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March 29, 2011

Get a Boost in the Gym with Marika Magic

Doing outfit photos are great, but I’m way too modest (and I’m sure you probably will let this one slide) to post pics of me in a sports bra, so…you’re just going to have to take my word on this one! I tested out my complimentary Marika Magic Uplifting Sport Bra, $32, at the gym twice and gave it the full gamut run from the treadmill to the elliptical, bike, and stretching floor.

The verdict? It is AWESOME. I really like the fact that it gives me a little shape with removable pads that stay put and are in no way a hindrance to my performance. Gone are the sports bra days of the flat “uniboob”! It also wasn’t an acrobatic feat to get it on and off, as there are adjustable sides for a perfect fit and easy placement/removal. I’ve never tried anything by Marika before until this bra, but I think it may just cause me to start! The brand also has a variety of tops and bottoms that offer shape enhancing, slimming, and uplifting features.

-Julia DiNardo

March 28, 2011

5 Spring Trends I Have to Have (CollegeCandy Guest Post)

by Julia DiNardo

The sun is shining. The birds are chirping. And I’m finally able to put the big winter coat away. It’s time for iced caramel macchiatos and driving with the windows open and the music blasting. It’s time for spring.

Well…almost.

For me it won’t quite be spring until I’ve done my spring shopping. And I plan to do a lot of spring shopping. Bright colors. Neutral shoes. 70s inspired shirts. Lady like pieces. Long skirts. So much to choose from. And so little cash. Sigh. I guess I’ll have to stick with my top five. These are the spring trends I just can’t live without. And you shouldn’t either.

Wide Leg Jeans.

I resisted this trend. I resisted this trend a lot. Because as much as these jeans are supposed to flatter every body type, and as much as these jeans are supposed to make your legs longer, and as much as everyone wants to embrace these jeans with open arms, I was worried they’d look dated next to my favorite pair of skinnies. But two weeks ago I caved and bought a pair. I tucked a white button down into them and paired them with some wedges and a really cute belt. And you know what? It looked really great. I may just have a new favorite jean.

Check out our favorite wide leg jeans here

Chunky Wedges.

Being all of five foot nothing I’m a girl who likes her heels. But I like them even more when they’re a chunky wedge with wooden or rope woven bottoms, and lots of crisscross straps. I like them in leather and in cloth. In bright color and neutral shades. I like them with skinny jeans and wide leg trousers and longs skirts and short dresses. I like them with pretty much anything, actually. And this spring wedges will be my go-to shoe. That’s for sure.

Click here to read the entire article at CollegeCandy.com!

March 28, 2011

Pick My South Beach Shoes, & Win a Pair for Yourself Courtesy of Isola!

by Julia DiNardo

Fashion Pulse Daily readers, I need your help (and there’s something in it for you too)! Here’s the deal: I’m heading to South Beach in April, for the very first time with my best friend for a girl’s getaway. The dilemma: I’ve never been there before and I hear that it can be very dressy. Since it is snowing in New York today, just as “spring” officially starts and I can’t even remember the last time I put on a pair of cute sandals, I need your help to pick the perfect style for me.

Whichever style gets the most votes I will wear to South Beach, AND one lucky entrant will also get the same pair! Below are two of the dresses I am packing, and three footwear styles from Isolá, one of my new favorite brands that emphasize both style and comfort. See below for the official RULES OF ENTRY, but all you do is just look at my dresses, pick one of the three Isolá styles for me, write which one in the comment section, and EITHER “Like” Isola on Facebook or follow @IsolaFootwear on Twitter, letting me know which one of those you did as well. That’s it! Just pick a style (1,2,or 3) and if you are so inclined to also decide what color within that specific style I should wear, go for it (but not necessary). Thanks for your help, and good luck!

Style #1: Ivalee T-Strap Heels (also in gold or ivory)

Style #2:Alda Snakeskin Gladiators (also available in dark brown or black)

Style #3: Oasis Wedge (also available in copper or ivory)

RULES OF ENTRY:

1) Tell us in the comments below “Which style is your favorite for South Beach?”

2) “Like” Isola on Facebook or follow @IsolaFootwear on Twitter -mention in the same comments post from #1 which one you did!

3) USA entrants only, one entry per person, must be 18 or older.

Good luck!

*Contest ends on Monday, March 28th, 2010 at 11:59pm. The winner will be selected via Random.org

March 28, 2011

Do Your Part To Help With Relief Efforts in Japan! (Part II)

by fashionpulse

Japan Relief T-Shirt, $29 by Tory Burch

If you haven’t taken the time to make your contribution to the relief efforts for Japan yet, here are a few more ways you can lend a hand…

Tory Burch has launched a Japan relief T-shirt, that is fashion forward while donating 100% of the net proceeds to the American Red Cross. Shop online at RueLaLa.com and ToryBurch.com through September 11^th, 2011.

Through April 30^th, EmerginC will donate 20% of proceeds from the sale of Red Carpet Primer, a topical wrinkle filling treatment, to Global Giving.

Lady Gaga has designed a wristband with the phrase “We pray for Japan” written in English and Japanese. She is selling the bracelets online for $5 and donating 100% of the proceeds to Japan relief efforts.

Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda designed a $25 T-shirt that says “Not Alone” in honor of the Japan Relief. All of the proceeds from the shirt sales will go to Music for Relief.

If none of these options are the right fit for you, check out our last posting for a few more great ways to do your part in the relief efforts!

-Dana deBoer

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