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In the Realm of the Fashion Senses

Retail Remedy: New shop to focus on foreign & lesser known trendy designers A REALM is a dominion of a monarch or other sovereign ruler. It is also happen to be the name of the new high fashion boutique that just opened in the heart of New York's SOHO at 98 Greene Street by Randi Jacobson. Blake Lively at the Realm boutique opening The idea of the boutique came to Randi after being unable to get access to less known trendy designers that dwell outside of US. Jacobson decided to represent them in New York and establish her own REALM where she rules fashion. The store is spacious and eclectic. Last week there was an official opening fit to a

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Paris Chic Bicycles Are Rather Fun and Utalitarian

One reason why Parisians have such fab legs Somehow we would like to believe that the bikes in Paris are rather tzujed up glam affairs. But, no. More often than not, Parisians go for practicality rather than preciousness when it comes to getting around the city-- always with a dash of French chic style, of course! Richard Nahem, observes... I recently started taking photos of bicycles around the city. They have a certain charm which is hard to describe. From the slick racers that are used in the Tour De France, to the beat up but tough spray painted bicycles to the delivery ones with baskets to the gray, to the utilitarian Velib rentals, they are a vital form of

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Hamptons Gossip and the Best Early Halloween Costumes- It’s Two of a Strange and Dishy Kind

Bad Hair Days for a DC Queen and the Princess of Morning Televison Brad Boles is still on the loose making and collecting gossip in the Hamptons before the summer season comes to an end. Brad did take some time away from the luxe set to fine-tune some Halloween costumes that are about to hit the stores. It may seem early for you to start thinking about what will be the biggest Halloween costumes trends but if you look in the aisle next to school supplies, you'll see that Halloween costumes are already hitting the shelves in the big box stores! I always say, you better look good becuase 'ya never when that costumed photo of you will reappear... Case

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Blog Talk Radio- Listen to Sharon and Brad’s First Live Episode of FocusOnStyle Talk

FocusOnStyle- Talk Radio Blog Talk Radio Episode 1: July 4th Weekend Round Up- Celebrities, Fashion & Beauty with Sharon Haver & Brad Boles Welcome to Sharon & Brad's first episode of FocusOnStyle- Talk Radio. Do you believe it, that crazy queen had tech difficulties with our first try on Blog Talk Radio? It's been quite an action-packed holiday weekend with Brad Boles in the tony Hamptons and Sharon Haver in downtown Manhattan. From celebrities to family adventures... they've got your dish and tips. Problem: Where's Brad? Talk about surprises when you're live! Brad lost his phone connection and Sharon talks about some stylist gossip from back in the day until Brad turns up. Like the story about the model who

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American Fashion On View

Charles James "Butterfly" Dress, 1955. Smoke gray silk chiffon; pale gray silk satin; aubergine, lavender, and oyster white tulle. Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Sexpert Chic: Home Alone? Indulge yourself for self-loving, Jimmyjane style

In honor of Valentine's Day please revisit our Best of Sexpert Chic series, a new post every day until V-Day!   Sexy Fridays, Valentine’s Day series… Home alone, but never lonely! Try some of these self-loving sensual tips. Part One of a Weekly Four Part series   If you're single, conventional wisdom might have you believing that spending Valentine's Day at home alone isn't for the faint of heart - but it can actually be an ideal time for some well-deserved self-indulgence. Celebrating Valentine's Day is always best if you do it on your own terms (whether you're single or not). Let someone else fork out for the overpriced prix fixe dinner, eat the cheap chocolate, and jostle with the

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Dr. Frank Lipman: Sleep tips for a restful night

Top 10 sleep mistakes and their solutions January can be a funny month for most of us. We're winding down from the holiday hoopla and thinking ahead to next month's Fashion Week mayhem. It's also the perfect storm to wreck havoc on our sleep schedule. For now, and for always, here are Dr. Lipman's wellness tips for a good night's sleep. More from Dr. Lipman Although we may not like to admit it, many of the sleep problems we experience are the result of bad habits and behaviors. We stay up late or sleep in late. We eat foods that disagree with us or enjoy a drink late at night, oblivious to their disruptive impact on our sleep rhythms. Over

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Beauty tips to look slimmer

Out with the old and in with the new you! Happy New Year from Paris! If you're like me, you may be motivated to trim down immediately after all the holiday goodies! I felt snug in my skirt so I decided to get back on track! There are easy ways to create a slimmer look depending on the shape of your face. Don't worry about your double chin, you'll be fine if you get back into the swing of things. Concentrate on your eyes with a nice shadow-liner-mascara combination that draws attention to your personality. When you get ready for blush, there are certain things you need to know to get that slimming effect you're looking for. Choose your blush

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What to wear to a New Year’s Eve house party?

How many dressy pieces do you really need to own? Not many when they are the right classic ones. Let's help this reader discover what to wear to a New Year's eve house party with some timeless stylist advice from our fashion archives… As much as I love a good party, I always get flustered when it comes to what to wear for a New Year's party, especially if it is in someone's house and not a formal restaurant. I'm in my 30's, married and we don't go to clubs or fancy events that much anymore so I really don't want to invest in a sparkly outfit that won't get much other use. Don't get me wrong; I do have

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Louis Vuitton Sunglasses- Arty Technicolour for Summer Styles

Just in case anyone is going some place exotic and warm for the holidays, we thought we would give you a head's up on sunglasses trends to think about.Louis Vuitton just released the imaging for the Summer 2010 sunglasses collection and it is illustrated by a portrait gallery of Parisian and New-York trendsetters all in the most fab colorful eyewear. The collection designed by Marc Jacobs take on a seventies feel with an injection of Arty Technicolour. It may be 70's to them, but to us Theodora Richards looks like a modern Lolita, and we kinda love that. >> Watch Sharon's video about how to select flattering sunglasses to suit your face shape. This collection is exclusively available from the

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What to wear to a Christmas party when it’s cold

What to wear to a Christmas party when it's cold Is it ok to wear a short-sleeved dress to a Christmas Party even if it is 30 degrees outside? I am going to wear a shawl but would like to take it off I don't want to look so conservative, just be warm. I am a young 40 and it is a corporate Christmas Party. (Via Comcast email) Look how Claudia Schiffer dresses up for a cold night It can get tricky to look glamorous while not freezing your petunias off. No matter what the occasion is, dressing appropriately for the weather is common sense. Lucky you, it's a Christmas party and not a red carpet event, when wearing a

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