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CFDA Awards- The faces behind the glam at the fashion industry’s red carpet event

We’re used to seeing their designs on the red carpet on well-styled actresses or pretty young models on the catwalk.

But, in actuality, most of the faces behind the gorgeous designs are normal looking people who know how to get it right. Well, most of the time.

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From some train wrecks to full-out beauties, take a look at designers strutting their own stuff at last night’s …

Tags: Awards , CFDA , Designers Wearing Their Own Clothes , fashion designers , red carpet , red carpet fashion

Fashion News: Reed Krakoff CFDA Accessory Designer of the Year Award 2012

In their words…

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has announced Reed Krakoff as the winner of the 2012 Accessory Designer of the Year Award. This honor is given to the designer who has made the most outstanding contribution to and has influenced the direction of accessory design, with his or her Spring and Fall 2012 Collections.

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This is Reed’s first win for his …

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Diamond Jubilee, Schimond Jubilee… the wacky hats are all out!

Either from the Queen herself, those worn in her effigy, Royal comings and goings, or the Proud to Be British fun pack, put ‘em all in a mixer and you’ve got one freakin’ wacky batch of hats.    Hat’s off to the Queen.. it’s a wacky ride of millinery monstrosities.

Have some frivolity before closing your computer for the night…

 Crazy hats from the Diamond Jubilee:

Photos: Focusonstyle.onsugar…

Tags: Diamond Jubilee , Diamond Jubilee hats , hats , wacky hats

Beauty Product Launch: M. Steves Rose Hip Seed Oil Helps You Look Ageless Longer

Just in time for a Mother’s Day gift idea… Don’t send beautiful flowers, send rose hip beauty by way of M. Steves!

Face it, roses die but what’s inside can keep Mom (and you) looking radiant.

Just launched is M. Steves’ first line of skincare product based on the natural, power-packed Rose Hip Seed Oil.

>> FEELING FLOWERY?  Some tips on How to wear floral prints

Mally Steves Chakola, the creator of …

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Rihanna Designs With Giorgio Armani (Again)- It’s THE Fashion Collab of the Moment

This just out: There’a a SECOND Rihanna – Armani  Capuale Collection for Armani Jeans and Emporio Armani Underwear

Rihanna has certainly upped her style from mallrat punk to actually quite stunning as of late and is putting down her design chops to prove it with a second capsule collection for Armani Jeans and Armani Underwear.

>>MORE: collaborations

“I have always really admired Giorgio Armani and his elegant work; I never dreamed I’d …

Tags: Armani , Armani Jeans , Armani Underwear , celebrity , clothing , collaboration , Emporio Armani , Giorgio Armani , jeans , Rihanna , Rihanna Designs With Giorgio Armani , underwear

Lady Gaga, Giorgio Armani Love Fest Continues With ‘Born This Way Ball’ Tour Costumes- We have Mr. Armani’s sketches!

Lady Gaga and Giorgio Armani may appear as strange bedfellows, but the collaborations are intoxicating genius, just take a look at some of these out of this world costumes.

Have a look at Mr. Armani’s sketches for some of the costumes that Lady Gaga will wear on her  ‘Born This Way’ Asian Ball Tour.

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In their words:

‘Giorgio Armani is pleased to be collaborating once again with Lady Gaga. The designer …

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Expert Beauty – Natural Makeup Tips from Dimitri James of Skinn Cosmetics

Exude Femininity with the expert help of Dimitri James:

Natural make-up is as strong of a perennial Spring trend as nautical themes are so take note with sensational advice that’s destined to get you in the know on looking easily fresh-faced this season…

>> WATCH: Natural Makeup Tips for Everyday Beauty 

Skinn’s Dimitri James shares his inspiration, tips & know-how with us below-

Smokey eyes and bold red lips are undeniable statement …

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Share Your Personal Style: Reader Lindsay Webdell is classically and affordably fun!

We are going to start a chronicle to look at the personal style of some of our FocusOnStyle readers. Hey, that could be YOU next time! Jump to the end to see how to share your personal style with us.

Lindsay Webdell is one of our Twitter friends and jumped to the chance to share her look with all of us.

Lindsay is pretty nifty too… she has a fun and colorful spin on …

Tags: affordable fashion , ellewebbstyle , French Chic , inspired by French Chic , Lindsay Webdell , personal style , Share Your Personal Style

She’s Back! Claudia Schiffer is the face of Guess to celebrate the brand’s 30th Anniversary Ad Campaign

Can you believe that it was 1989  when Claudia Schiffer starred in her first  black & white Brigitte Bardot-esque, and now iconic, GUESS ad campaign, pictured above? Time flies when you STILL look fantastic!

That would be both for the supermodel and the brand.

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of GUESS, Claudia is back starring in its campaign shot again by Ellen Von Unwerth and guided by the creative direction of …

Tags: Ad Campaigns , advertising , Claudia Schiffer , Claudia Schiffer Guess , Ellen Von Unwerth , GUESS? , iconic , Paul Marciano

Loub & Nude- The Christian Louboutin Review, “Feu” at The Crazy Horse Paris

The Crazy Horse Paris has its first “Guest Creator” for legendary, sexy romp and that is no other than Christian Louboutin.

Louboutin is directing four original and unique tableaux shows that The Crazy Horse describes as being “inspired by various eclectic worlds, which constitute a personal look at femininity in all its forms.”  The show is called “Fue” or Fire in English.

Lououtin was involved in various aspects of the show, …

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