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Orange is in this season. Why? Because Prada said so. And Prabal Gurung. And Giambattista Valli. And tons of other designers who decided to send head to toe creations of this bold and beautiful color down their runway’s, simultaneously proclaiming “this color is the only thing that matters, now!” But what was so amazing about this consensus was beyond the fact that color was orange, or that the designs were beautiful, but because these weren’t dresses or jumpsuits. It wasn’t one article of... Read Full Story

Every working woman, and I say this with consideration that every woman is different, wants to emulate impeccable runway beauty looks and make them work in the office. With the Spring 2011 season in full swing, this season is by far the most trend-heavy Spring season we’ve had in a long time! With beauty looks that span from bold orange lips, deep berry glosses, dramatic eye shadow colors, and a prevalent return of 70’s hair that includes loose waves, center parts and bone straight hair you... Read Full Story

H&M’s Fashion Against AIDS campaign is H&M’s annual initiative to bring awareness to the disease that more than 33 million people worldwide is infected with. While most people and celebrities have taken a hush-hush approach, only feeling comfortable to discuss the complexities of the disease on World AIDS Day, H&M has gathered several celebrities to discuss their thoughts on it and lend their voice- Selma Blair being one of them: When asked about why she is involved with HIV/AIDS... Read Full Story

Now, who doesn’t love a good sample sale? Otte NY, the ultra chic boutique I visited and reviewed , is having a sample sale! From 3.1 Phillip Lim to Steven Alan, the items have been reduced up to 70% off! Otte’s Spring sample sale will be going on for 2 days only- April 13th and April 14th from 10am to 7pm and ALL major credit cards will of course be accepted. Above are a few of the sample sale items (from left to right): 1. Seventh and Wonderland zipper front caftan Original Price $310... Read Full Story

The much anticipated cover is here! Rihanna graces the April issue of Vogue for their annual shape issue, wearing a skin tight sheer Chanel dress, with lace and jeweled floral pattern. Her trademark red mane was styled in a retro look reminiscent of the 40′s. Honestly, I think this is one of her best covers, of course after her Vogue Italia cover and spread. Love, love this! Nice spread! In the issue, she talks about her father’s betrayal and loving her body: On her father’s... Read Full Story

Looks like Karl Lagerfeld wasn’t fashion show hopping in Paris with the hottest Gossip Girl on the Upper East Side for nothing! Blake Lively , who has longtime been a favorite of Anna Wintour and Lagerfeld, is appearing in Chanel’s new campaign for their Mademoiselle collection. The ads, which were captured by the Chanel creative director in Paris’ historic Rue Cambon, will make its appearance in June magazines. Clean and dramatic at the same time, very Chanel! More photo’s from the... Read Full Story

When you have an iconic skin care brand like Nivea ringing in its 100th year keeping women’s bodies looking flawless, why not get one of the most flawless skins in Hollywood to  front the campaign? Well, that’s what Nivea did when they nabbed “the baddest b*tch in heels” for their 100 Years of Skincare for Life campaign. The campaign featuring the red headed beauty will feature tasteful nudes that showcases her gorgeous skin, and will kick off in May, the same time Rihanna ‘s upcoming world... Read Full Story

While every other super model is trying to lose weight, Chanel Iman is trying to gain. In a recent interview with Us Weekly, the Victoria’s Secret angel revealed that she is naturally skinny and eats tons of steak and potatoes to pack on pounds, but no such luck: “I eat to gain. I’m a big believer in having hips, butt and thighs!” “I’m eating everything from steak to mashed potatoes; people hate me!  It’s very difficult for me because I’m naturally skinny. I have to put on a lot of weight... Read Full Story

Uh-oh! Two very bad mama-jama’s was spotted in the same badass Christian Louboutin Daffodile 160′s platform pumps in Strass recently! Bey Sting opted for a more casual look for the NBA All-Star Basketball game held in Los Angeles, rocking hers with capri pants, a beige blouse and Bavna diamond hoop earrings. Heidi Klum dressed hers up in a mirror embellished Julien Macdonald gown for Elton John’s annual Oscar viewing party. I think its pretty easy to decide who won here, but… Who ROCKED it... Read Full Story

Whoa! Definitely couldn’t have thought this up on my own, even if I authored the greatest fantasy novel of the 21st Century. John Galliano , the man whose name is just as synonymous with Christian Dior as Donald Trump ‘s name is synonymous with luxury, has been dismissed by the brand he helped build. But why, you ask? Apparently, John Galliano’s racial comments was videotaped and released on the internet, as well as his “I love Hitler” declaration. Double whoa! Here is the full statement... Read Full Story