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Say Chic…

Paris fashion designer exhibitions: YSL, Chanel, Lacroix Say Chic - Paris fashion designer exhibitions - YSL, Chanel, Lacroix - Style Thing! C'est trés bon! Nothing beats discovering an extra dash of unexpected style while walking the streets of Paris. Not one to typically write-up exhibitions that are limited to one area rather than Internet-wide, but it's hard to pass on these haute couture perpetuators of French chic in a city where fashion is not simply something to wear, but an art form. On my way from a casual lunch with BF's, art director and artist Vincent and Paris concierge Richard, we literally stumbled upon a fantastic exhibition in the Marais in celebration of the 30th anniversary for the Yves St.

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Red Carpet Glamour Is Only a Day Away…

Hollywood Oscar Fashion Review 2007 Red Carpet Glamour Is Only a Day Away. Hollywood Oscar Fashion Review 2007 To some this year, the Oscars may be wrapped up as one night only, but its dream girls fashion reach is pandemic. As part of the festivities in the run-up to this year's Oscar telecast, Vogue editor-at-large André Leon Talley, who will also be the voice of fashion for the red carpet arrivals segment “Road to the Oscars,” curated "A Celebration of Oscar Fashion" retrospective of the best and most elegant gowns worn by nominees, winners and presenters at the Academy Awards over the red carpet loving years. How fun is it to see original photos of the stars wearing the gorgeous

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Capture, enduring beauty

Sharon Stone stars in new Christian Dior skincare campaign Sharon Stone will star in a worldwide print ad campaign for Parfums Christian Dior beginning in spring 2006. You bet, I've had a narcissistic eye for all references to the name Sharon since I could remember. First, there was that infectious James Darren ditty, “I Ain't Sharin' Sharon,” track number 32 on his Teenage Tears album which I imagine only my parents could hum. I would learn that melodically, Sharon was also neither shared by Bobby Darin nor Hank Williams Jr. Then, there was Sharon Tate. “My Sharona” was cute, but overused by some boyfriend wannabes. So by the time I first noticed Sharon Stone's modeling headshot back when I was

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Somber, Retro Glamour for Oscar Fashion Stars

It's curves not cleavage at the 78th Annual Academy Awards Oscar Fashion 2006- Celebrity style turns back to good old Hollywood glamour. Only Dolly Parton and her “girls” were able to shake some badass sass into last night's Oscars. Never one to take herself too seriously, Dolly has fun with her campiness- and, that's why it works for her. Meanwhile, most stars took themselves very seriously in retro glamour that was divine at it's best and aging at its worst. Reese Witherspoon shined in her 1955 Christian Dior gown that she picked up in a Paris vintage shop. The ribbon and beaded gown could have looked more Mamie Eisenhower than ingénue on anyone else, but Reese's simple, undone hair and

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Leather Fashions

Share | Leather Clothing - Designer Fashion Shows|FocusOnStyle.com Leather Fashions Leather Fashionsleather clothing style favorites from the runway collections of Christian Dior, Costume National, Hermes, Douglas Hannant, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu, Kenneth Cole, Burberry Prorsum fall winter 2005 -2006 Dear Gorgeous Darlings, Leather clothing carries that undeniably, slightly provocative look of cool. Take a look at some of leather's hottest fashion styles for men and woman from some top designer fashion shows. -S. Click on each picture for an enlarged view. How to care for suede and leather clothing: We have to admit that some leather clothing certainly looks better once it's broken in. But broken in does not mean uncared for. Take note of some helpful care tips from

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Oscar fashion strikes gold…

It's lucky sevens for the 77th Academy Awards Oscar Fashion 2005   Frankly, I miss Cher. I really did like Bjork's wacky bird dress. And all the other Academy Award getups that may not have been politically fashionably correct, but sure did show off the wearer's personality. It gets terribly boring to spot stars decked out as a clone of their stylist's fashion connections with not an iota of their own personal style in play. Instead of seeing who is wearing what dress it too frequently becomes what dress is wearing which star. Worse off, while glamorous they may want to appear, the celebs look darn uncomfortable--- awkward is clearly not chic! Thankfully, this year's Oscar fashion, while heavy on

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Shopping secrets to bargain hunt your way to top style…

Money-saving insider tips for shopping on a budget Dear Sharon:I want to look like a model but I don't have the moo-la! I need great ways for finding trendsetting clothes without spending a lot of money. Please, can you help me? --Style Saver (San Antonio, TX) Dear Style Saver: Never forget that great style is all in the mix, not in the price tag! Where you purchase your clothes and how much they cost you is irrelevant to the final outcome. Just because you spend a fortune on an outfit, does not guarantee a look that's right for you. Ironically, most of the models and ôin the businessö fashionistas who are wearing the cutting-edge clothes that you crave didn't necessarily

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They’re Baaaack In Style…

They're Baaaack In Style... The top 10 fresh Fall 2002 trends that are not in your working wardrobe... promise! The top 10 fresh Fall 2002 trends that are not in your working wardrobe... promise! The top 10 fresh Fall 2002 trends that are not in your working wardrobe... promise! Dear Sharon: My wardrobe is full of great basicsů I love well-cut black clothes. I also have a slew of peasant styles from last season that I am completely sick of, besides, I think, they are on their way out of fashion anyway. I want something new to zip up my everyday fall wardrobe, but not a trend that's so saturated, like that peasant thing again, that I see my look

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Short on Bermuda Style…Hose No’s

Short on Bermuda Style...Hose No's I like to wear navy Bermuda shorts suits with a white blouse, ivory hose, and navy shoes. I'm not into bare legs and prefer ivory in lieu of natural color hosiery. Is this acceptable dress for someone who is 60 years old and size 8? And, is colored hose out of fashion? Should I just do what feels good and looks good to me? (Conroe, TX) If you're after the Little Lord Fauntleroy look, you've hit the right mark. Bermuda shortsuits are just not a chic style choice in most fashion circles. Always unflattering ivory or white hose is simply not stylish. If you need to wear pantyhose, you should not be wearing shorts. A

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Pantyhose and Sandals, Oh My

Pantyhose and Sandals, Oh My Urgent, I need to know if you can wear open toed shoes with nylons for a nice evening out in the city. -Nutty Over Nylons (San Francisco, CA) If I had a coin for every time someone asked me some version of the same "pantyhose with sandals" conundrum I would have enough money for a lifetime supply of different Manolo's for every day of the week! Sheer nude hose worn with very open toe shoes or sandals looks weird. A small peek-a-boo open toe shoe looks fine when worn with hosiery. Bare feet and a perfect pedicure are best with sandals. Tip: if you need the support of pantyhose and you're wearing pants, hack the

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Spinning Me Softly With Your Touch…

The Path to White Teeth Gets Colorful The Path to White Teeth Gets Colorful. There usually isn't anything aesthetically thrilling about personal hygiene gizmos lingering on the bathroom countertop. But the quest for white teeth just got brighter. [img2816|left] Six totally de-groovy shades of the new Crest SpinBrush add a pow of color to an otherwise bland arena. The battery-operated SpinBrush whirls like an electric at close to a manual toothbrush price. SpinBrush for Kids are so funky looking, "otherwise engaged' tykes actually want to sit still and brush- a perfect stocking stuffer! When you are after super-duper teeth cleaning vroom, Braun Oral-B 3D Excel is the fastest pulsating power toothbrush around. This baby is perfect for those of us

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Wedding Round-Up…

Wedding Round-Up... The End Of Guest Distress What to Wear With What Shoes, Hose, Accessories The End Of Guest Distress What to Wear With What Shoes, Hose, Accessories Darling Readers: I don't know why, but weddings seem to blitz everyone out about style. A normal formal evening would seem like almost any other dressy event, except, when the word "wedding" is added to the agenda, most of us are stymied. So here's a bridal round up of some of the most frequently asked questions about how to dress for a wedding --SH If the Shoe Fits…Dear Sharon: Hello, I have a wedding to go to and I'm not sure what color shoe I should wear with my powder blue outfit. I was thinking silver shoes would look good

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Sock It To Me…

The shortie sock (aka : the anklet) is "it" Forget about blisters this summer!The shortie sock is IT in a big way. Forget about blisters this summer! The shortie sock is IT in a big way. It's not the bobby soxer or the little girl anklet. It's a nod to 80's retro, but not the frilly Madonna "Like A Virgin" kind. The shortie sock--like this gumball pink one from Hue-- has a distinct touch of modern funkiness-- bold colors, wild prints, edgy lace, and wacky textures. Most important, it's worn with high-heel stunners, updated wedgies, or pointy flats. Besides the fact that the shortie sock is sooo of-the-moment cute, we like them because they are way more comfortable than stuffing

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