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A Reader Asks: What to wear to a Baptism?

Our latest reader style question asks what to wear to a Baptism. Can she wear a mini dress to her child’s baptism? Is short too short for a religious occasion? Let’s discuss…

Next month my daughter’s baptism. I’m thinking of wearing my H&M white lace mini dress, pictured above, with navy peep toe heels and a navy blazer (if the weather requires it).

My problem is this, the

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Stylist Advice- What to wear with really flashy shoes

 I just bought these beautiful Jeffrey Campbell Martini Studded Ballerina Flats and I don’t know what to wear with them. I’ve tried to get some help from friends, but they think the shoes are “too gold” or “tacky.” I was thinking about taking them back but I don’t want to because I love them. Can you please give me some ideas or suggestions?

I can’t

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Are you game for vintage style? Try a full 50′s inspired skirt [HINT: It's all over Cannes]

I have rule around here about never wearing vintage too literally when it’s a style that YOU wore in its first fashion outing as it seriously dates you… in other words, makes you look o-l-d.

So if you watched I Love Lucy in anything other than a rerun, skip this look.

But for the rest of us, why not try a midi-length, flippy & full

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Stylist Advice- What to wear with a peplum top

Peplum pairings… what has become a favorite silhouette in many wardrobes can still be perplexing when it comes to deciding on what to wear with a peplum top. Let’s solve that…

Dear Sharon:  I recently purchased a sheer lace peplum top.

Because of the fabric and two-toned colors that is has I’m stumped on what to wear it with. I was thinking stripe shorts but I’m not

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Cannes Do Chic! How to Wear a White Top and Black Bottom for Elegant Accessible Style

You know how I love Cannes for high fashion inspiration that makes luscious, elegant, and real sense in all of our wardrobes. Join FocusOnStyle as we continue to explore the best of Cannes Do Chic to help you get it together with ease.

I’ll Have What She’s Having: A crisp + chic white button down shirt on the red carpet? Absolument, mon cherie.

And for real life too, learning how to

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Stylist Advice- How to look older? I’m a young mom and my sons are being mistaken for my little brothers

Help, I need style advice fast! I am 27 years old, 5ft 1 and a size 4/6. I have a decent figure considering I have had two children but have a major issue… and I know in 10 years time if I still have this issue I will be laughing, but at the moment, I find myself at a complete loss.

>>RELATED: Tired of being mistaken for a kid? Here’s

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Splurge! Treat Yourself With Little Fixes For Major Impact

With a new season comes the perfect time to revamp your wardrobe with little fashion fix splurges! Keep these ideas in mind:

After catching up on essential trends with us here at FoS, take a moment each season and scan your options and most importantly, treat yourself to both fill in the holes and update your look instantly with fresh, key pieces & beauty pick-me-ups,

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Stylist Advice: Can I wear this Rebecca Taylor maxi dress to a wedding?

 Would this Rebecca Taylor pleated maxi dress be appropriate for a guest to wear to a formal(bridesmaids and MOB’s will be in long dresses) summer June wedding in Wisconsin? The wedding will be late afternoon and the reception is at a formal hall.  (M.W. via Fashion Advice)

>>MORE INSPIRATION: Couture Dresses to Dream About 

 First off, great find! We instantly recognized this pleated maxi as a score for many a reason, besides

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Are you looking for something ageless that never goes out of style? Try classic French Chic black + white

I’ll Have What She’s Having:  Classic French chic by way of can’t go wrong black + white

I love a trend that is age-appropriate for everyone, has endless mix and matching possibilities, is striking and classic, and never goes out of style.

Hard to find?

Not when you consider the endless appeal of classic French Chic black and white, the classic tried & true color combo that never gets dated.

Look

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From Plus size to not, what to wear as you lose weight?

Dear Sharon: I have undergone weight loss surgery and am about half way to my goal; just over 50 pounds gone so far. I have always been a plus size gal and I find that I have no idea where to start with clothes shopping in smaller sizes. I don’t know what looks good on me or where to begin. I don’t want to spend a lot

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