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Treat Yourself- What To Gift Yourself This Holiday Season

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Now that the busy holiday shopping season is coming to an end, and you've checked off all of your gift giving needs, why not spend an afternoon treating yourself to celebrate the end of the year and a job well done. But if you're down to the wire and out & about in a mad rush looking for gifts, take a look at our Holiday 2012 Gift Guides and our Home Style Shopping Guide . With that in mind we've curated a deluxe gift guide just for you featuring some gorgeous little finds and pick-me-ups like from Karen Walker's eponymous cult eyewear come this subtle take on cat-eye frames for an instant update to your daily look that are destined to lift your spirits come

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Getting Gifty- Robert Verdi’s Luxe Laboratory is way too cool to discover new products

More from New York Fashion Week with the best insider's luxe sampling retreat. Check out the brands... What could be better than some time to try new products and a yummy lunch? Look no further for beauty touch-ups and a bit of swag at Robert Verdi's Luxe Laboratory. My editor in chief and FocusOnStyle founder, Sharon Haver and ! made a NYFW pit stop and I even made another! Here are some of my fave finds.... For the ultimate in bag hags... I had a cab encounter last night. I had to search in my mountainous Birkin for my wallet. Well, anyone with a Birkin knows you loose everything in it’s oversized and unorganized chic-nes. It took me about 10

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Holiday Wish List Gift Ideas- Impromptu Madness with Sharon Haver and Brad Boles, Episode 22

It's thought over cost when it comes to finding the right holiday gift The holidays can be stressful with so many gifts to find. For Sharon, December is giftapooliza with Chanukah, Christmas, her son's birthday, and other family occasions. She's more into practical gifts over fantasy and Brad is always into something big. In this video episode, Sharon Haver & Brad Boles reveal a little bit more about themselves and share some solid holiday gift advice tips... oh, there funny and a bit naughty too! WATCH Holiday Wish List Gift Ideas- Impromptu Madness with Sharon Haver and Brad Boles, Episode 22: Watch more Impromptu Madness with Sharon & Brad   Video topics include: Brad's really into having a Secret Santa

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Robert Verdi’s Hot Celebrity Holiday Gift Video

'Cause celebrities are naughty and nice... and they LOVE gifts! You know that around here at FocusOnStyle, Sharon has no patience for dry, route, and the same old style advice. Fashion should be fun and all fashion experts should certainly have a sense of humor... after all, who wants to be told to burn that sausage dress from someone as snappy as an undertaker? Sharon and Brad have been vlogging some hysterical tips about What to Wear to an Office Holiday Party, What To Wear & How to Plan a Holiday Party at Home, and What to Wear to A Holiday Party In The Country and the holidays are a time to share. So, here's a fun take on holiday

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Classic Chic Gifts- The 5 Best Style Essentials to Fashion Up Her Wardrobe

Confession: I'm not a crazy gift kind of girl. But WE all need some of these MUST-HAVE pieces in our wardrobe. Don't get me wrong, nothing beats the surprise of a gift. But what about all those weird things that some poor soul went out on a limb finding because "you would never get it yourself," like a ridiculous pair of fuchsia chacha slippers because they look so hot in the store! Listen up, you do not want to burden the recipient with ideas about how to get rid of your wacky gift when you can give something classic and chic that endures. No wardrobe cannot be without some solid, go-to items that live on longer than the season itself.

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Solving The Baby Shower Dilemma- Smart Choices For Newborn Gifts of Style

  Dear Sharon: I am in desperate need to buy a baby shower gift for a rather savvy fashionable relative. Unfortunately, I am absolutely out of the newborn loop and can't even begin to figure out what to buy. Should I buy clothing, toys, necessities, or what? Help! - Goo Goo Ga Ga Gift (via Fashion Advice)   Dear Goo Goo Ga Ga Gift: Baby gifts can be rather tricky, sooo many people give what they would like their child to have rather than consider the parent's tastes or needs. Bravo, for thinking outside of yourself! With this in mind, many moms-to-be register their wish list at a favorite store. You can ask if there is a baby registry and case

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DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST

DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST guide to what to wear and when to wear it guide to what to wear and when to wear it There is a respect factor to be in harmony with the occasion, but that doesn't mean you have to dress in the paradox of your personal style to feel welcome. Black has become a classic color when it comes to weddings like much else. But, some brides are still a bit superstitious about seeing a sea of darkness at their "I do" to-do-you might just want to pop this question if you are a bit unsure of her preferences. The same goes for wearing white… never be accused of competing with the bride! A

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