Archive for the 'fashion accessories' Category

7 Summer Beauty Horrors

Tuesday, June 24th, 2008

Hot Weather Horror 3: Blisters 
Those strappy sandals look hot, but a night out in them has left you limping from blisters.
 Prevent It: An ingenious product called Blister Block by Band-Aid keeps even the cutest shoes from rubbing. Foot powder also works in a pinch.
Damage Control: Sanitize a needle with alcohol and pop the blister [...]

7 Summer Beauty Horrors

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008

Hot Weather Horror 2: Sun-Damaged Polish
After two days in the sun, you pretty pastel nail polish has turned an ugly yellow.
Prevent It: Light pink and beige hues turn yellowish in the sun, to prevent discoloration use a clear top coat formulated to prevent UV rays from altering the color. Also, rub sunscreen over your [...]

The Oversized Marc Jacobs Clutch

Saturday, May 24th, 2008

Sporting a clutch is always in, but check out this funky fresh take on a classic from Marc by Marc Jacobs. It’s the oversized Airliner Magazine Clutch, seen here in black, but also available in bright blue. The bag is backordered in most places like Neiman Marcus, Barney’s and Net-A-Porter.

Add a Shot of Color with Accessories

Friday, May 23rd, 2008

Add a blast of color to your wardrobe this summer with accessories. If you’re afraid to step too far over the edge, try a brightly hued tie-dye scarf like TDM Design’s in ‘Maison Sun’, or play with colors and textures in your handbag. Dior’s ‘Gipsy’ Ruffles Large Bag is big on both color and [...]

Aluminum Water Bottles are In!

Thursday, May 1st, 2008

In keeping with earth week- supermodel Giselle looks très chic running errands in NYC with an aluminum water bottle in hand. Plastic #7 bottles were recently found to leach hormone-disrupting toxins.
Giselle dated earth-crusader Leo DiCaprio on and off for a couple years; perhaps that’s where she adopted her earth-friendly style.

Fun Feature Alert!

Thursday, May 1st, 2008

Rachael Ray’s website now allows viewers to get the dish on what Rachael wears every day on the show. Notice fun earrings or a great dress? Click to the website, check out who the designer is and grab some celebrity fashion for yourself! And whether you like her or not, you can’t deny the girl’s [...]

Whatever happened to Mary-Kate?

Thursday, May 1st, 2008

Oh Mary-Kate.
One-half of the Olsen Dynasty was at an event in NYC Wednesday looking more awful than ever.
After your eyes adjust to the rainbow muumuu dress thing, notice the bile-colored clutch and aerobics headband. This girl is a danger to the public, padded walls for her fashion schizophrenia is in order.

The Art of scarf tying: the ascot

Thursday, May 1st, 2008

The Ascot does double duty; it keeps your neck warm and looks chic. It also holds the title for the easiest scarf tie.
Hold the scarf around your neck and tie it into a simple knot at the front.
Spread open the gathers and tuck into your coat or an open neckline. For an updated look, [...]