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Go ahead, give yourself permission to make your outfit pop…

How to add a little tzuj to your life with New York Fashion Week inspiration. Hey, it’s New York Fashion Week and I thought this would be the perfect time to come in and give a little nudge to take some helpful advice from the fashion world. Even with my years in the style industry, as a business owner who works from home, I know it can get difficult to actually put emphasis on what you wear (when no one sees you). Especially when your familiar, comfy clothes are staring right back at you all the time… Entrepreneurs can easily fall prey to this hum drum routine. But ignoring what you wear starts the ripple effect of being lackluster that

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What to wear now? Look at the New York Fashion Week Spring 2017 runways to tweak your chic

It's been quite the week of running around with New York Fashion Week, tons of media interviews, and some restaffing. If you are following me on social media (my handle is @focusonstyle), and I hope you are, you've seen some behind the scenes snaps and comments of my week. One of my favorite Fashion Week pit stops was the Donna Karan Urban Zen presentation that harkened classic Donna design... think draping. There was lot's of fashiony inspiration. Naveed wrote it up so you can get an idea of what trends to wear now to incorporate into your wardrobe. Have a read, let me know what you think. -- S.H. New York Fashion Week Spring 2017- How To Incorporate The Top

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What to wear now? Look at the New York Fashion Week Fall 2016 runway to tweak your chic

New York Fashion Week Fall 2016- How To Incorporate The Top Five Trends Into Your Wardrobe Now There are a couple of ways to look at Fashion Week. You could go crazy wild with a total shift of silhouettes or you could find familiar shapes tweaked into something fresh yet not quite a dramatic shift from what you may already own. I like the latter. Because it proves that fashion isn't a one season wonder and that you can morph, adapt, and renew pieces that you already own. Just add a few new ingredients and you're good to go.  I'll pass it to Naveed to tell you how... The Top Five Trends from New York Fashion Week to consider right

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The Top Five Trends To Incorporate Now from New York Fashion Week Spring 2016

When looking at fashion shows and the endless show cycles, remember that the most important information you can gleam from them is how to dress for today: Right now... And that's exactly what you should be doing. After all, how many clothes does one need? Especially when the same sartorial ideas come back every few seasons. Your style can always benefit from essential tweaks here & there - all of ours could. Trust me, the little effort it takes to refresh will pay off big. Fashion Week: Why Should You Care About The Runway? Here's a look at the Top Five Trends from New York Fashion Week Spring 2016 to get fresh ideas to focus on your own style. Go

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Textural Froth at Ralph Lauren Fall 2014

Texture, dimension, and unexpected pairings of "touch me" fabrications in soft muted colors were abound at Ralph Lauren Fall 2014. When it comes to getting dressed, look to Ralph for inspiration. Why not pair a gray turtleneck poncho over a filmy metallic skirt? The result is divine! >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS And TREND SPOTLIGHTS >>> CLICK: Ralph Lauren Collection in store now... [raw] Ralph Lauren collection [/raw]   Photos: Ralp Lauren

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Top Runway Trends for Fall 2014

 Enjoy Top Runway Trends from the Fall 2014 New York Fasion Week collections to even consider trying now... In one of the strongest season's in recent times at #NYFW, designers did their best to not only update classics, but to rethink approaching cold weather dressing in ways that will have YOU seeking the unexpected when it comes to keeping warm and on trend. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS And TREND SPOTLIGHTS The Ultimate Sweater- The Row In the midst of a relentless winter, The Row's deluxe cashmere sweater summed up the season's call for quiet yet gorgeously combative essentials. And after season's of heavy prints, how smart does a simple sweater sound? Fleece Look-A-Likes- 3.1 Phillip Lim (left), Altuzarra (right) Teddy bear

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Runway Beauty: The messy hair knot at Jenny Packham + How to get the look

 It's no surprise since we loved the easy glamour at Jenny Packham fall 2014, that we'd be equally as excited to bring you the hairstyle how to's for the messy hair knot as seen on the runway.  Thanks to the folks at TRESemmé for helping out with the hairstyle how-to's, using all drugstore products, save for the brush... Apply TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse to hair and blow dry with a round brush Once hair is completely dry, back-brush hair for volume and then spray with TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Illuminating Shine Spray while gently brushing the hair away from the face Pull the hair back so that it loosely vovers the ears into a low ponytail and fasten with elastic

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Easy Glamour at Jenny Packham Fall 2014

  It's hard not to love anything about the laid back glamour at Jenny Packham Fall 2014. Even the feather coat takes an understated touch when styled with ease. With 70s era Bianca Jagger as her inspiration, Packham says, “I admire women who style themselves with integrity and wit – Bianca was the Queen of mindful dressing…” This is luxe for the woman who likes to kick back her heels & doesn't get trapped into overstyled gimmicks. It's a throwback to the casual elegance of Cali style pre Kardashians. Styling Tip: Try an open knit jeweled and glimmery crystal encrusted cashmere sweater over a satin skirt or fluid charmeuse palazzo pants for entertaining at home or pair it with shorter full

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Mid Week Break: New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlights

 Whoosh, it's a busy (fashion) week!  Honestly, I have to say that I'm loving what is being shown at New York Fashion Week Fall 2014 more than in past seasons. I really enjoy cherry-picking some of the singularly most wearable trends  for you that are more real way than runway.  (Secret: I'm crazy for all that red) Before the week goes on, I invite you to take a look at the trends I've selected here and think about ways to be inspired to update your wardrobe... even what you wear right now. There's more coming & I don't want to overwhelm you with too much fashion week fabulousness at once... runways are like eating chocolate, so delicious to be savored in small bites. - S.H. And

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Collage Prints at 3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 14

3.1 Phillip Lim Fall 14 featured a treasure trove of collage prints in pretty pastels and plush outerwear galore. But we bet this #NYFW it's his printed options you'll be coveting most...  Phillip Lim was on point once again this season and his take on collage prints was fresh and viable. Two things that standout during another packed season of shows that should keep you motivated to stay on trend. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS And TREND SPOTLIGHTS Styling Tip: It worked at Phillip Lim because the prints were paired with either solid black or a neutral pastel in of the moment silhouettes which kept it all the more modern. CLICK to see 3.1 Phillip LIm in store now: [raw]3.1 Phillip Lim[/raw] Photos: designer

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Ultra Cozy at The Row Fall 14

On a particularly cold day out in NYC, one look at The Row Fall 14 will have you longing for the thickest yet chicest sweater possible... .  Continuing on with the label's understated elegance, the ultra thick and super plush sweaters above are certain to keep you warm, true. But we also like the quiet sensibility of each look. Nothing loud, no tricks, just simple perfection meant to protect and provide. Although, keep the HYPER EXAGGERATED runway styling for inspiration only. When it comes to real way, try a massive sweater over a lean bottom, even corduroys or jeans. Styling Tip: While the heavy gauge of The Row's knits make them likely to cost a small fortune, consider opting for an extra

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Polar Fleece Lookalike’s at Altuzarra Fall 14

Surprise! Altuzarra Fall 14 once again saw the designer suberversivly twisting an American classic -this time the polar fleece jacket... As we continue to cover the top New York Fashion Week trends comes genius outerwear from Altuzarra.  Why didn't anyone ever think of this before? Sure teddy coats like Max Mara's fall 2013 plush coat are all the rage, but seeing a polar fleece jacket revved up in shearling and paired with sexy, languid satin was quite a surprise on the #NYFW catwalks. As Birkenstock lookalikes in satin and fur are also all the rage, kudos to Joseph Altuzarra for giving the crunchy fleece an immaculate go. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS And TREND SPOTLIGHTS Styling Tip: Look for well made teddy bear and fleece

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New York Fashion Week Trend Spotlight: Tie One on at Band of Outsiders Fall 14

Leave it to Band of Oustiders Fall 14 to take inspiration from Paris and give it an All-American appeal... As we continue to cover the top New York Fashion Week trends comes Band of Outsiders natty takes on the trompe l'oeil tied sweater trend.  Taking inspiration from Celine's highly influential Fall 2013 collection, we've seen our fair share of the tied sweater trend creeping along many a #NYFW catwalk. But Band of Outsiders combination of American sportif paired with the unexpected styling of a faux sweater tied around the neck or waist made for a winning take on the trend we're sure to see more of over the upcoming weeks. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS And TREND SPOTLIGHTS Styling Tip: No need to go out

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