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The Seven Unsung Heroes of Washington Fashion

Karin Tanabe | Posted 10.17.2009 | Style


Karin Tanabe

Michelle Obama and her well-dressed entourage came to town and Washingtonians aren't likened to burlap-clad trolls anymore.

The Style Blazer: Taking The Business Out Of The Jacket

Mihal Freinquel | Posted 09.29.2009 | Style


Mihal Freinquel

Experiment with size and tailoring. Long blazers and oversized blazers are huge right now on women

Forget Phone Calls - Use Your iPhone For Something Way More Stylish

Michelle Madhok | Posted 09.26.2009 | Style


Michelle Madhok

We've decided to wrangle the top style and shopping apps for iPhone-toting trendsetters. And, true to our budget-savvy ways, they're all free.

How To Live On $0 A Day: What's A Poor Fashionista To Do?

Lesley Stern | Posted 09.20.2009 | Comedy


Lesley Stern

A psychological lifesaver for fashion victims victimized by the economy, buying and returning allows you to binge on high end designer clothes and purge them once they're out of style (usually in a day or two).

Tattoos on Women, Yes or No?

Irene Rubaum-Keller | Posted 09.14.2009 | Style


Irene Rubaum-Keller

I have been thinking about getting a tattoo. After posting an informal Facebook poll, I found people have very strong feelings about tattoos in general, and tattoos on women in particular.

Alexandra Richards: Modeling Has Made Me More Beautiful

My Fashion Life | Posted 09.13.2009 | Style


The 23-year-old daughter of Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has been a professional model since she was 14, and is convinced her stunning look...

Clothing Company to go Logo-less and Brand-less

Piers Fawkes | Posted 09.12.2009 | Style


Piers Fawkes

Rick Klotz, the owner and designer for Freshjive states disillusionment with the world of branding and marketing and a desire to return to the essence of design as reason for this bold new move.

British Teens Are The Most Style-Obsessed In The World: Survey

Times Online | Ruby Warrington | Posted 09.11.2009 | Style


The advertising agency JWT recently asked young people in the UK, America, Brazil, Canada and Australia which items they would never cut back on, no m...

Flood Pants Hit The Streets

Finch's Quarterly Review | Tom Stubbs | Posted 09.11.2009 | Style


In January (and the previous June) the runways were awash with flood length trousers. It also originates from the current vogue for rolling up skinny ...

Flats Trend Sweeps England

Times Online | Alice Olins | Posted 09.11.2009 | Style


Just as we'd managed to convince ourselves that 7in heels were a practical footwear option, rather than the modern equivalent of Chinese foot-binding,...

Mad Men Style: The Best of the Sixties

Stephen Drucker | Posted 09.10.2009 | Style


Stephen Drucker

To get me through the final countdown, I've been looking through old issues of House Beautiful and found some real Mad Men style from the sixties.

The Things Men Wear Under There

Karin Tanabe | Posted 09.05.2009 | Style


Karin Tanabe

When asked by US Weekly if he wore boxers or briefs, Obama refused to enlighten the good people of America, but said, "Whichever one it is, I look good in 'em!"

New Site Serves Up News Women Want

Terry Gardner | Posted 09.04.2009 | Media


Terry Gardner

SmakNews combines some features of several popular social media sites to provide a destination where women can share interesting links, create original blog posts and more.

The Top Ten Ways to Get Your Thrift On (Part II)

Alexandra Sinderbrand | Posted 09.04.2009 | Style


Alexandra Sinderbrand

Wear a cami under your shirt, don some spandex under your jeans, and/or make like the ladies at the Upper West Side Goodwill, lose the modesty bit and get nekkid in the back part of the store.

The Case in Washington That Has Impacted Almost Every Powerful Figure

Rose Procopio | Posted 08.29.2009 | Style


Rose Procopio

Since I have served as the make-up artist for so many people that have been (or for that matter are currently) embroiled in controversy, the opportunity to sell a story has always been there.

Style Stock Slips... How Will Fashion Fare The Recession?

Alan Au | Posted 08.28.2009 | Style


Alan Au

The recession is adversely affecting the entire fashion food chain. It's survival of the fittest. What survives after the recession will create a new fashion landscape and altered food chain.

Facebook HQ Designed Through Facebook Platform

Dave Pinter | Posted 08.28.2009 | Business


Dave Pinter

The design brings together seemingly disparate elements to form a cohesive pattern and uses color and interior spacing to create neighborhoods within the open plan space.

Face Paint: Not Just For Carnivals Anymore (SLIDESHOW, POLL)

Huffington Post | Emily Singer | Posted 08.21.2009 | Style


Face paint has been used for cultural purposes for centuries. Face painting booths are a staple at carnivals and fairs, and elaborate make-up is ofte...

Fashion's Fight Against Fakes: An Exercise in Hypocrisy

Alexandra Sinderbrand | Posted 08.20.2009 | Style


Alexandra Sinderbrand

Buying an authentic designer goody in lieu its counterfeit alternative isn't a step toward ending sweatshop labor: It's playing into Fashion's latest and greatest, activism-focused marketing initiative.

Interview: Entrepreneur & Designer Rachel Roy

Felicia C. Sullivan | Posted 08.16.2009 | Style


Felicia C. Sullivan

Rachel Roy's eponymous line is the epitome of refined, feminine sophistication. From the optimistic explosion of tropical color in her recent resort collection, to the cigarette pants for Fall '09.

How To Live On $0 A Day: An Undervalued Asset In Tough Times

Lesley Stern | Posted 08.16.2009 | Home


Lesley Stern

Aside from its obvious usefulness as an anti-terrorist tool, duct tape is one of those simple products that fulfill a wide variety of needs, (kind of like cheap vodka).

"Color My World"

Jerry Zezima | Posted 08.14.2009 | Living


Jerry Zezima

I am often asked why I don't dye my hair. "I do," I always respond. "I dye it gray so I'll seem more mature." To which people invariably say, "It's not working."

J. Crew's Jenna Lyons: See What's In Her Office (PHOTOS)

Rachel Strugatz | Posted 08.11.2009 | Home


Rachel Strugatz

Meet Jenna Lyons, the creative director of J. Crew, the face behind "Jenna's Picks," and the resident visionary responsible for catapulting the retailer into a realm of success never seen by the likes of most brands.

5 Things You Should Never Wear to Work

Nicole Williams | Posted 08.08.2009 | Living


Nicole Williams

Your choice of clothing speaks volumes about your personality and your level of professionalism. A black figure-flattering suit with a punch of color says "I am savvy and stylish."

First Lady Summer Style: A Slideshow Retrospective

Huffington Post | Hilary Moss | Posted 08.04.2009 | Style


The first lady's garb is a great way to gauge what's hot for summer style. Michelle Obama often makes news with her warm-weather wear comprised of cap...