I’m not loving the math on this one…

If there was anyone who could redo 80’s style at its super fun best it would be Patricia Fields– some of my best stripe tops came from her shop back then. If there was ever someone whose present out beauties her past it is Sarah Jessica Parker.

From yesterday’s first day of filming Sex and the City 2 in New York, there have been some paparazzi photos leaked of a very polished and lovely looking SJP in her role as Carrie.

But then there’s also this homage to the 80’s number, complete with the rather unflattering mall perm…

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The ongoing battle to find the right hat.

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I like hats.

At best they are form and function in one neat little package - parts of a greater whole. Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, Inez and Vinoodh, Cookies and Milk.

I am a major proponent of the humble knit ski cap - preferably picked up at Duane Reade for $3 on a freezing night when the cashmere Marc Jacobs beret thing I’m wearing seems over-affected for the circumstances.

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Part Two: The beauty of self-confidence…

Did you ever notice how when you’re feeling confident, happy, positive and I-feel-oh-so-fabulous people tell you how great you look? Well, that’s no surprise. The authentic quality of confidence is the oldest beauty secret in the book.

No bronzer or shimmery blush can create it. Not even high lights, low lights or a blow out can produce that internal shine that comes from a truly confident woman.

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Spring inspiration in the designer’s words: “The Rebecca Taylor girl for spring explores urban femininity. She works, lives and plays in the city. Towering printed sandals and architectural structured stretch dresses are softened with femme corset-inspired bustiers and flippy, fun, pull on printed skirts.

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Who said what online....

FocusOnStyle.com wants to have what Sienna Miller is having in terms of her chic and cool clear, round sunglasses. We've even found a few pairs for you. So modern, yet so 80's!

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Petite Fashion Tips to Look Taller from the Sharon Haver for About.com at Lord & Taylor New York Petite Video Series…

Haven't you ever seen a celebrity or met someone in the flesh and said to yourself, "Gee, they seem so much smaller in person?" Well, it's not that they "seem" smaller, they know how to dress to look taller.

In this installment from my petite style video series for about.com, learn the secrets to dress to look taller than you really are. It's all about what to wear and what to avoid to create a taller and leaner appearance.

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Two Questions To Ask That Are More Important Than A Diagnosis…

After 30 years of practicing Medicine, I have learned that for any chronic illness or ailment, treating underlying imbalances and dysfunctions is more important than making a diagnosis and naming the disease. Ultimately, asking the right questions is more important than giving a label to a set of observations.

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80’s rewind, totally updated eyewear that’s crystal clear…

It’s a tough choice. Do I love the round 80’s eyeglass shape. Or do I love the the clear frame?

I’d say it’s a double-whammy on cool sunglasses.

Sienna Miller was spotted the the NYC premiere of “The September Issue” sporting clear sunglasses with a slightly tinted lens. We all think that you short sport some transparent frames too. Round if it flatter you, more Wayfarer-inspired, if not.

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