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February 8, 2011

Go Minimal or Go Home

Did your jaw drop as far as ours when you saw Claire Danes and Emma Stone at the Golden Globes? What a bold move, to embrace spring’s hot minimalism trend amid a sea of beading and bling. Yet, if you remember our coverage of the Prada and Jil Sander Spring 2011 collections, you probably saw this coming. Bright, matte, “neon” colors, simple shapes, and pared down details are the way to do less. And we like less — a lot.

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Emporio Armani keeps it cool and blue with these inky shades for $175, available at Armani 5th Ave in NYC.

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Bright pops of color are a great way to stand out on a crisp spring day. Peter Som manages to make a snakeskin skirt light and airy, $2,850 at Peter Som, NYC, and Céline color blocks a silk crepe shirt, $870 at Céline, Bal Harbour, FL.

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Just because you’re doing a pared-down look doesn’t mean you have to skimp on the accessories. Rock this delicate gold and quartz Dinah ring from Tous for $335. Contrast it with Reed Krakoff‘s sporty yet sophisticated pink alligator strap watch for $2,395; call 877-733-3525.

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Add a little sheen to all the matte with this crossbody patent leather bag from Burberry for $1,195.

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Every girl knows the shoes can make or break the outfit. Pair Christian Louboutin patent leather pumps for $695 with primary colors to turn up the neon volume. Call 310-247-9300.

-Kaci Hamilton

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February 6, 2011

Forever 21 Pick of the day: Cute Owl Earrings only $1.50!

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Unique animal-inspired jewelry is popping up everywhere. Designers like Marc Jacobs and Vivienne Westwood have successfully entwined animal aesthetics with the glitz and glam of precious stones and metals, but at a cost that most women can’t easily pay. A more affordable option? Forever 21’s Cute Owl Earrings in silver/navy. These chic earrings are a fun way to accessorize just about any outfit. Compared to the $40 or more for a designer brand, these are equally as cute and are only $1.50! At a price cheaper than your morning cup of coffee, how can you possibly resist?

–Dana deBoer

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February 5, 2011

You are What you Wear – Right?

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[Photo by Cara Photography]
Think about it — what really does your clothing choices say about you? Your brand choices? What would your motto be? It could be ‘ I have the utmost refined taste’ or ‘You’d never know what a good bargain shopper I am unless I told you!’ or ‘I could care less about what I wear – it will always be an afterthought for me’.

We often don’t take pause to think about it – it can usually come down to a “what is clean, appropriate, and not wrinkled” decision on a daily basis, but really – take a moment – think what your clothes may say, and if they are truly expressing what you want them to! Today, I am speaking at the Association of Writers and Writing Programs Conference in Washington D.C, as part of the panel “What Are You Wearing?: Exploring the Emerging Genre of Fashion Writing.” with Molly Prosser from ModCloth, Amber Oakley from Zappos.com, and Sadie Stein from Jezebel.com. Stay tuned for updates on what we had to say about it!

February 1, 2011

Loeffler Randall’s Spring 2011 Collection

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It may be hard to believe, but despite the winter chill, spring will be coming! What better way to celebrate than to get a pedicure and step out in a pair of new shoes? Loeffler Randall’s Spring 2011 collection is one of effortless sophistication and flair. With a wide array of options from flats to wedges, lace-ups and suede — this collection is definitely one for every woman to lust after. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the campaign’s photo shoot with photographer Jamie Isaia — enjoy!

Photos courtesy of Jamie Isaia and Loeffler Randall