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15 Fourth of July Goodies (Under $50!) You Need Now
The Fourth is a fine time to celebrate our country's independence with friends and fams. Why not attend the festivities looking fashionably patriotic? I'm not talking about a baggy tee with the American flag plastered on the front — it might work for my dad, but not me.
Fab Finger Discount: Express Silk Pleated Shorts
Shorts have a tendency to look casual but not when they're silky sleek. I've been keeping a close eye on these Express Silk Pleated Shorts ($20, originally $60) since they first arrived online and I gotta say, patience pays. I'd wear them to work with a loose tank, lots of baubles, and chunky platform sandals.
The Look For Less: Giuseppe Zanotti Stud Clutch
Here's what I love about clutches with studs: Studs are the easiest way to look tough, but since the surface area of a clutch is small, there's no overkill. Make sense? I would carry this Giuseppe Zanotti Stud Clutch ($745) but for that price?
Celebrity Style: Rihanna
Rihanna paid a visit to Carol's Daughter Hand and Foot Spa in NYC, but looked more like a girl ready to party. A long black Preen blazer with bold shoulders covers up her pewter gray drape A.L.C. dress — what a stunning color, it matches her eyeliner.
Trend Alert: Secret Sequins
There's this theory that sequins can be too flashy and thus trashy. If a glimmering Alexander McQueen head-to-toe bodysuit is freaky to you, secret sequins may strike your fancy. Kate Walsh donned Stella McCartney's nude tank with gray ombre jeans and she looks friggin' fantastic.
Trend Alert: Tassel and Fringe Bracelets
A recent trip to the SF-exclusive Banana Republic Edition accessories store had me ogling the latest and greatest in jewelry: tassel and fringe bracelets. There was a lot to swoon over, but this newest style really caught my eye. We've seen tassel necklaces before but these bracelets deserve their own category.
Trend Alert: Silky Shorts
Instead of going per usual with a Summer skirt, give silky shorts a try. This sultry texture emits a fancy, chic vibe. Even better, you can translate this look from day to evening with just a few funky accessories.
Celebrity Style: Diane Kruger
Biker babe, Diane Kruger, promoted her new film Anything For Her in London wearing an all-black ensemble complete with fun embellishments and a funky bowler hat — rad. I like how the Fab fave contrasted her tough leather jacket with a flirty tiered frock and studded Balmain booties. The perfect mix of naughty and nice.
Celebrity Style: Leigh Lezark
Do you fancy purple? If so, this one's for you. Leigh Lezark attended a party at the Hogan store in London last night dressed in a suede purple dress with two zippers on the bodice.
Celebrity Style: Victoria Beckham
Victoria Beckham dresses up no matter where she goes and that includes airports. She arrived in Milan looking posh in a LBD from her Fall namesake collection, Christian Louboutin suede boots, and her signature Hermes Birkin. We've seen Victoria in all-black before, but what makes her unique this time is the combination of the black sequined headband and studded belt.
People
Instyle
Jul 04 2009
Cameron Diaz
WHAT SHE WORE
Ripped and patched jeans, a T-shirt, metallic gladiators and a Balenciaga bag
WHERE
Strolling in New York City's East Village
WHY WE LOVE IT
The ever-stylish Diaz took the distressed denim trend to a new level with a colorfully patched pair. For a similar look (without picking up a needle and thread), layer ripped jeans over a pair of bright patterned leggings.
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