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Get Ready for the Spring Summer Look

My favorite seasons would have to be spring and summer because you can dress up in plenty of ways. You can go simple and light for the daytime….and then bundle up but not feel to overpowered and cluttered at night.

For these two seasons, here is a cheat sheet of trends you have to watch for to get it with the “in style” crowd!

As we have previously discussed, soft hues are going to be big this coming season. So choose clothes with these really feminine style. Go with vintage 1920’s for inspiration. Also, because it’s summer, Nautical fashion is definitely making a comeback.

Sheer nudes, tulles, ruffles, fringes, laces…all combined with jeans or casual cotton, are the fabric of choices for this season’s stylish wear, too. On the other hand, beige, taupe, peach, persimmon, turquoise, olive green, light yellow and gray are this season’s best color choices.

For hairstyles, loose is more likely it. But long braids or disheveled buns still look really attractive, relaxed and casual. Pink or coral lipstick shades are back.

Accessories of choice include straw hats and 80’s inspired sunglasses. Beads and bangles in many colorful designs are also going to make your summer wear so much more prettier.

Do away with dark leathered bags and go with beige, nude, while or brightly colored ones. Canvas is most preferred than leather. While sandals and flip flops will rule daytime wear, at night, you can dress it up with wedge heels or clogs. Pink shoes with a lot of character and design too.

The seasons of spring and summer is about light and fun! Enjoy it!

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Wedding Boutique by NetAPorter

Although wedding boutiques online have been existence for years now, and this concept is not entirely new, shopping site, Net-A-Porter, offers yet another option for many bride to be’s out there. And what they have is something women getting married cannot simply ignore. The newly opened section features many things a bride needs for her one stop bridal fashion shopping.

The site is loaded with features including some dress suggestions based on one’s personal style and a gallery of bridal fashions from all over the world.

Pieces sold include the wedding gown, of course, as well as the bridal lingerie, head dresses, bags and shoes.

The also offer something for the whole entourage, so it is really fairly easy to come up with the what everyone can wear at the wedding, on this site.

You can start browsing the collection here.

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Backpacks making a comeback?

Lately, there have been photos of celebrities, both male and female, seen carrying along backpacks. Is this style back to the top of the fashion totem? Are backpacks cool once again, that even people in the 30’s actually carry them around? (Backpacks were originally most convenient for students).

We’ve got some really fashionable backpacks to consider adding to your bag collection:

Vintage Chanel Backpacks

I love the yellow color of it! It’s so summery and the style itself is also very casual but fashionable.

This authentic vintage Chanel quilted leather backpack features interlocking Cs and a turn-lock closure at the front flap. Large patch pocket at back. Gold hardware. Chain inset at straps. Zip main compartment closure. Leather-lined interior features zip pocket and patch pocket.

* 9″H x 9.5″L x 3″D.
* Made in France.
* NOTE: This is an authentic vintage piece. Gentle wear is to be expected.

You can also check other fashionable backpacks below:

Topshop’s Wash Retro Backpack
Ninewest Cozumel Backpack
Burberry Checkered Backpack

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New video tips from Etre Gloves

Hello all my fashionista’s and fashion gurus, Today I have some exclusive videos from Etre Gloves! These video are those non techno chic peeps around. You will learn everything about how to use your fab iPhone with some wackiness! I think these videos are cleverly funky. So if you need some serious help with your iPhone or enjoy a funny Youtube videos than check out Etre Youtube channel.

Etre glove are fab for this winter season. You can keep your digits warm while tweeting, texting, or facebooking! I love these gloves because they are so cute especially for all my east coast peeps experiencing this bitter winter. We all use our hand held electronics so why not use them in the winter time! I would definitely pair this outfit with any winter wonderland apparel. This gloves are also great in the spring. They make a fab fashion statement. So if you are wear Etre gloves with a winter coat or a some skinny jeans and a tee. Accessories can make a outfit work, why not use Etre gloves to give your style an extra boost.

So make sure you check out Etre Gloves New Youtube Video. The video are fabulous and quirky. So make sure you check out the video and subscribe!

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Pop Queen Madonna To Come Up With Fashion Line?

Pop superstar and multi-performer awardee, Madonna, is reportedly going to start her own apparel line and it will be sold exclusively at Macy’s. Her merchandise will include contemporary clothes for women, as well as accessories, shoes and the most awaited of all, the intimate line.

Madonna is considering whether to call her line Material Girl or Truth Or Dare, or use both. Material Girl would be for the clothes and accessories, while Truth Or Dare will carry the lingerie collection. These names are so very close and important to the singer/performer. Material Girl was her most popular song, while Truth or Dare was the title of her first movie.

Although Madonna’s people and Macy’s haven’t made a comment yet, sources say that Iconix Brand Group has been in talks with the the celebrity for its licensing. Iconix has worked with other stars before like Britney Spears, who has her own line of apparels called Candie, which is found at Kohl’s.

I think that this new venture for Madonna is something that has been waiting to happen. I am actually wondering why it took them awhile to come up with it, although she did collaborate with H & M some three years ago for a woman’s collection called M by Madonna.

Not only is Madonna a very famous star that everyone in the world recognizes, she is also a fashionista and an icon in that sense. A brand by her would almost instantly be something sellable/

Madonna is currently also a product endorser of Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, Gap and Versace.

Source: WWD

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Trend Alert: Taupe Nail Polish

Seen at the runway in this week’s Fashion week are models at the catwalk wearing the latest in nail polish color trends. Many of them had lovely fingers in TAUPE shade. Some carried them in matte, not the usual glossy type. This is the latest trend in nail polish wear. And you can get the color and the consistency in time for your Fall Fashion look.

Where to get it?

OPI has the Over The Taupe shade which cost about $5.25. It’s almost caramel like and would look really good for those with warmer skin tones.

Butter London has the Fash Pack which is a mushroom taupe nail shade. The bottle is a bit expensive than OPI’s, at $14.

This is a Classic Nicole Cosmopolitan. The shade has a soft shimmer and is sold for $8.

These polishes are available at your regular beauty stands.

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Long Live Alexander McQueen

Despite his untimely death early last week, Gucci has just announced that it will still proceed with the Alexander McQueen label. Clothes, accessories and other fashionable collections will still be pro. uced bearing the late designer’s name and that the well-known luxury brand will still continue to finance this. So far, since the company has acquired the label, profits have risen to good numbers and that expansions were carried out by opening stores in London, New York and Los Angeles. The label also came up with a collection in collaboration with Target, for its more affordable line.

However, there are still no details as to how Gucci will proceed to sustain the Alexander McQueen label. Their latest line, geared for the fall season, will be shown to a select few on March 9th and 10th.

It has been reported that Alexander McQueen has had most of his 2010 Fall collection already done before he died. We may see this collection in the runway pretty soon, perhaps to pay a tribute to the very talented designer.

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Christian Louboutin for Barbie

As a child, I used to play with a set of Barbie Dolls that came with dresses my very own grandmother used to make. And her shoes were all bought for less than a dollar each.

Today, though, kids can play Barbie Dolls donning their own designer wardrobe as Barbie makers team up with fashion designer Christian Louboutin to launch a line of Barbie collectible wardrobe.

The first line, which can be purchased at Net-A-Porter, was released before Christmas and it was no surprise doll and outfit set was sold out within the day it was released. The set, with had Barbie wearing a black tight cat burglar-inspired outfit included four red-soled Louboutin shoes, including boots, a show box and bag. The set was sold for $150.

This week, the second line of Barbie & Louboutin has been announced and will be sold until March:

This set is more safari inspired and carries the famous knee-high fringed pink boots from the brand. I actually recognize this shoes as celebrities have been seen wearing it.

If you have a budding fashionista who loves Barbie Dolls, or you collect one for yourself, this would be a great addition.

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Belted Fashion

I personally don’t wear a lot of belts as accessories, but these latest designs may cause me to reconsider. They absolutely speak of how lovely spring wear is going to be. Belts give your wardrobe an instant update and style improvement. They can turn a boring set into an interesting outfit.

Here are some great choices:

TEMPERLEY LONDON
Mini Trapeze Belt
- Gold woven belt with leather panels. Temperley London belt has plaited detailing at front and a designer stamp, gold buckle and eyelets to fasten at back.

OLD NAVY
Perforated Leather Belt
- For a smart but very casual style, this leather belt adds character to your outfit of the day. Wear it with jeans or skirts. Get all three kinds of colors for a more versatile style. The belt is very affordable at $15.

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Trend Alert: Colored Shoes For Men

Fashion gurus have decided the men need some work when it comes to colors. Black, brown, navy and gray are so basic and boring, they are no longer in. Recent runway spectacles showcasing collections for Spring and Summer 2010, have men wearing suits in subtle pink, purple, turquoise, green and other bright shades. And it seems that this trend is unstoppable because here now comes a selection of colored men shoes…also seen at recent fashion runways.

So, will your man be open enough to the idea of wearing colored shoes? Take a look at these, for inspiration:

Gucci Red Suede Double Tassel Moccasins
I like it good enough to wear for myself! But this is a man’s shoes. I’ve yet to see a man wearing red shoes, other than sneakers or rubber shoes. Will this be something your boyfriend would want to wear?

- Supple suede upper
- Rounded moc toe
- Beaded lacing along opening
- Beaded double tassels at vamp
- Leather lining
- Split rubber sole

Tod’s Mauve Suede Moc Toe Driving Loafers
I’m not sure a man can get away with wearing red shoes much less this pink one (alright, it’s mauve!). But we will never know…it can be adorable on a man’s feet. Just like the red shoes, I think I’d rather like this for myself though. Is your man confident enough to wear this? This style also comes in brown and bluish gray, if your guy wants to remain traditional.

- Color: Mauve
- Supple suede upper
- Square moc toe
- Tie detail at vamp
- Overlay with signature rubber dotting along back heel
- Leather lining

So what do you think? Colored shoes yay or nay?

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