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I know Spring and Summer are on your mind, but switch your mindset for a second because Banana Republic's Fall '08 collection is way desirable. Despite the gloomy weather that accompanies autumn, it's making me look forward to bundling up and layering. You'll notice this collection is mostly monochrome, with sprinkles of red to surprise the eyes. On the outerwear front, there are lots of greys, Read more
We're the first ones to dig into our arsenal of accessories for a quick outfit pick-me-up, but today's styling exercise comes courtesy of 15 totally cute tie-front pieces. Exaggerated sash wrap details, country-chic knots, silky tie blouses, and the most perfectly cinched-at-the-hem striped tee — it's a swift way to enhance the texture and dynamic of any clothing item with little to no effort Read more
Forget traditional Hawaiian-printed muumuus and silly parrot-themed button-up blouses: these tropical print wares are not only covetable — they'll also instantly inject your closet with a Summer-ready feel. While it's no secret we love a great floral pattern, we're currently crushing on a bolder, brighter tropical iteration of the trend. And the best part? You can incorporate the Read more
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Mila Kunis and Clive Owen were together on the NYC set of Blood Ties yesterday. The costars in the movie, directed by Guillaume Canet, shared a kissing scene in front of the cameras. Clive's working on his next project as he gears up for the May 28 debut of Hemingway & Gellhorn on HBO. Mila likewise has another project on the way, with Ted hitting theaters July 13. Canet's latest movie also Read more
There's little fault we can ever find with Eva Mendes. Even when she's shopping at Whole Foods, she manages to effortlessly nail that sexy off-duty Rita Hayworth look. By pairing a crisp white Express tie-front blouse with a sweet daisy-print skirt, Eva looks both Spring-ready and vintage chic. This sexy daytime ensemble is totally easy to achieve; Eva only had to style five key retro-inspired Read more
For Fall 2012, Ann Taylor's head designer Lisa Axelson crossed the pond and took to the banks of the Seine, to the cozy-chic cafés of Montmartre, and to the gardens of the Tuileries. The result? An autumnal collection not only reminiscent of her travels, but also totally inspired by la femme jolie. Apart from the brand's signature animal-print wares (this time, in a digital dalmatian iteration), Read more
We're happy to present this story from one of our favorite sites, The Good Men Project. Lisa Solod, who came of age during the sexual revolution, explores what feminism means to this generation. My mother married my father because, she told me in a rare moment of candor, she wanted to have sex with him. She was 25 and tired of pre-sex fumbling and stolen kisses. My father was, of course, far Read more
If strong, sculpted legs are what you're after, you've got to become one with the squat. The basic exercise targets glutes, hamstrings, quads, and core, so incorporating it into your strength-training workouts is definitely worth your while. Here are some ways to get more bang for your butt — er, I mean buck — when doing squats. Focus on your heels: When doing a squat, make sure to shift Read more
Bows are no longer just for the frill-seekers. The Spring 2012 runways — namely Miu Miu, Valentino, Viktor & Rolf, and Carven — have proven that these sweetly twisted knots are the perfect flirty accent for any serious style-setter. To this point, it's less about the overtly girlie Little Bo Peep fluff and more about the subtle ways in which we can show off a romantic detail without going Read more
