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Classic Slipper Shoes – Want It Wednesday

What we want this Wednesday (and for the past season for that matter) is a pair of updated takes on the classic slipper shoe, like these feminine takes from Miu Miu From Miu Miu comes one covetable pair of on-trend, timeless and ultra-deluxe flats that bring new life to the thought of donning old-school looking slipper shoes. Especially when taking in to mind that while formal, slipper shoes also boast a generous does of ease on the wear as they are quite literally as comfortable as a pair of house shoes -talk about unrealistic! >>MORE: Miu Miu And the timing for a new alternative flat couldn't come at a better time as the idea of well-designed flats and loafers has

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Target and Neiman Marcus – The Ultimate Holiday Collection with The CFDA

Big News from Target and Neiman Marcus! From two of fashion retailing's biggest names comes one exciting holiday collection to look forward to designed by 24 of the CFDA's most talented designers. That's right, Nieman's & Target will soon be giving us all a chance to nab 50 limited-edition scores from some of American fashion's biggest names including Proenza Schouler, Rodarte, Thom Browne, Tory Burch, Jason Wu, Judith Leiber, Marc Jacobs, Oscar de la Renta,Altuzarra, Carolina Herrera, Derek Lam and more... starting at just $8! More on the collection from Target and Neiman Marcus: "Two visionaries in the retail industry, today announced a revolutionary partnership that will bring together 24 of America's most talented designers to create a limited-edition holiday

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Want It Wednesday – 3.1 Phillip Lim Pop-Art Clutch

Want we want this Wednesday... 3.1 Phillip Lim's eye-catching clutch From Phillip Lim comes one playful Pop-Art inspired clutch that's destined to add a punch of energy to just about any look. Consider it an instant message that lifts up any outfits spirit as it is brazenly eye-catching while conjuring up the familiar genius of Roy Lichtenstein. >>Need A Bag? Consult our Bag Shopping Guide! From denim basics to gallery trotting gear, you'll look all the more cool with a statement making addition like this. For starters, its oversized yet flat shape works to highlight and maximize the pieces impact. >>MORE: Fall 2012  Just as its re-appropriation of a celebrated piece of artwork lends it an automatic seal of approval

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Grown-Up Denim Dresses – Diane Kruger In Chanel

Grown-Up Denim Dresses like Diane Kruger's hybrid number from Chanel puts a new spin on true-blue standby's Leave it to the forever-stylish actress Diane Kruger to signal a new era when it comes to denim dresses. After all, the last three to four season's have seen denim rethought in every iteration possible, from Chloe's patchwork moto jeans to Celine & Stella McCartney's must-have tunics -denim has come a long way. >>MORE: Celebrity Style What made Kruger's so statement making was Karl Lagerfeld's irreverent take on classic silhouettes of the Victorian era, rethought here in an abbreviated length and in denim for an ultra modern look. Anyone of literally any age should take advantage of grown-up denim. >>EXPERT ADVICE: Denim to

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Want It Wednesday – Miu Miu Cameo Collection

Want we want this Wednesday (and for the past few months for that matter) is any piece from the Miu Miu Cameo Collection for Spring 2012 First off, its nod to the classic Greco-Roman motif, the cameo, ensures that each piece will never go out of style while colorful bauble-like compositions make for a unique proposition you're not destined to find elsewhere. >>MORE: Miu Miu And when it comes to jewelry, especially the ultra-brights you see everywhere today, that makes for one remarkable feat and one collection of jewelry you should undoubtedly consider.   >>MORE: Spring 2012  Add a burst of unexpected pop-pink with this oversized cuff that boasts an extra-large cameo piece and luminous crystals that at first glance

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Chloe Baby Fall 2012 Ad Camaign – Stylish Kid’s Clothes

One look at Chloe's Fall Baby line had us aching for adult sized versions of the smart goods available for Fall 2012 Even if you haven't spent much time perusing Focus On Style, it's not hard to notice that we are die-hard fans of Chloe, the purveyor of ultra-chic Parisian offerings that touch upon both the ultimate in cool and the classic. >>More Luxe than Ever: Luxury Children's Clothing And while the girls cast in the label's latest campaign for Fall 2012 are too cute to not mention, the clothes look practical, friendly even, and best of all, easy on the wear. Just like the women's label we continue to covet so many pieces from each season. Chloe Baby Fall

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Want It Wednesday – Coach’s Men’s Legacy Briefcase

From Coach's Fall 2012 Men's Legacy Range comes a bag truly covetable for everyone... A first look at Coach's range of men's leather goods for Fall 2012 had us coveting a bulk of the lot while honing in on the updated 'Legacy' briefcase. Think of it as a classic unisex take on the heritage bags of today that's been masterfully crafted with the label's signature style in mind. >>Find a Bag Now: Shop our curated Bag Guide After-all, a Coach bag is a time-tested, ageless go-to as the price is just about right while never having to for-go a refined sophistication for pure practicality. >>Discover: Timeless Style Advice What caught our eye was that although a minimal bag in nature,

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Want It Wednesday – The Doctor Bag Is Back – Marni’s New Fall ‘IT’ Bag

Leave it to Marni to revive the Doctor Frame Bag in a covetable range of options -yes the Doctor's Bag is back! Known for mining through vintage era's with a razor-sharp focus on the 60's and 70's specifically, Marni is set to release a series of framed bags that are certain to have you hooked... >>Expert Style Advice: Our Best Bags Shopping Guide Sure, they've come back in vogue every ten years or so, but what makes Marni's resurrection of them seem so succinct is the fact that they work as a refreshing alternative to the now polarizing divide between slouchy, organically shaped bags and ultra-conservative 'heritage' options out there. >>More Marni: Marni Spring 2012 Runway Review And while these

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MDNA: Madonna’s Cone Bra 2.0, The Costumes, The Show…The Material Girl Still Has It Going On!

Feeling sorry for yourself? Need a little boost? What the heck is age-appropriate anyway?  We've got the elixir to charge you up! Over 700 costume elements. Six costume changes for the Material Girl  herself.  A costume change for the dancers with each song. Yup, Madonna is back! And, along with comes the iconic cone bra 2.0.  Madonna's MDNA World Tour opened in Tel Aviv last week and it's pointing up. First making waves in 1992 with Madonna's Blonde Ambition Tour, Jean Paul Gaultier have updated their longtime gender-bending provocation with a specially designed MDNA Madonna cone bra cage corset. >>MORE: Madonna  "I see Madonna as one of the greatest performing artists and entertainers of our generation," says longtime stylist Arianne Phillips

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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: [nggallery id107] Photos: Focusonstyle.onsugar

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Geek Chic: The Best iPad 3 Keyboard Case is the Logitech iPad 3 keyboard case by Zagg

Some girls lust for fab shoes. I also lust for tech gear that looks as good as it solves a problem. I've been on a hunt for the best iPad 3 keyboard case that was neither bulky, ugly, or had weird squishy keys. Who knew that geek chic would be such a tough call? Honestly, I had no idea how hard it was to find something that didn't look like it was designed in 1983 by someone wearing a pocket protector. It's to go with an Apple product darn it... style shouldn't be that hard to come by. I love my little tablet but if it was just a tad more like a computer, I'd love it even more. Then,

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Stylist Advice: You can do this! Audrey Tautou’s easy fitting pants and a girly blouse for French chic élan

Loooove the mix of an otherwise girly ruffled blouse with man-tailored pants. It's the unexpected hit of French chic that you can add to your wardrobe.
I'll Have What She's Having: A lively masculine/feminine French chic mix that hits smart notes by way of a soft blouse and tailored, easy fitting pants We should really call this post, "mix this DON'T match that" as  it's the unexpected combination that works so well. Love the mix of an otherwise girly ruffled blouse with man-tailored pants spotted on French actress Audrey Tautou. It's the unexpected hit of French chic élan that you can add to your wardrobe. Pairing something frilly with something sweet can get a bit too saccharine, while mixing too many man tailored pieces together can get a bit butch. French actress Audrey Tautou poses during the photocall of "Therese Desqueyroux" presented out of competition at the 65th Cannes film

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FRENCH CHIC SHIRT LESSON 101: A classic white shirt balances a vivid print a la Leïla Bekhti

I’ll Have What She’s Having:  What to wear with a bold print skirt? A white shirt, of course, is oh soooo French Chic! Leïla Bekhti, the French actress, knows that the best compliment to something bold and bright is palette cleansing clean, classic, and crisp starkness by way of a perfect shirt. >> MORE from the French Riviera: Cannes Do Chic Let's review the styling finesse of the bold "Renaissance painting" print Carven skater skirt  from last fall that she wore  at Cannes the other day. French actress Leïla Bekhti poses during a photocall of the Un Certain Regard jury at the 65th Cannes film festival Take a vivid print-- whether it be  as bright as a Lilly Pulitzer or as fashion statement-making as this Carven--

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