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How to Get the Perfect Hairstyle for an Oval Face

If yesterday we saw which was the most recommended hairstyle for girls with a square face, today we’ll see what the stylists are telling us to do if we have a more oval countenance. And what they’re saying is all only good news because, it seems, having an oval face is nothing short of a blessing, right t...

9 January 2009
15:41 GMT

Cashmere Knits for a Plus of Trendiness

Winter is all about keeping warm, but that shouldn’t necessarily mean it must also equal not being trendy all of a sudden. Being elegant should be a woman’s prerequisite no matter what, and this is why stylists are now urging us to turn our attention towards the somehow forgotten years of the ‘70s a...

8 January 2009
03:17 GMT

Stylists Urge: Banish Black from Your Wardrobe

Despite the fact that there are thousands of magazines out there telling us about the new pastel colors or strong, almost incandescent shades that are causing hysteria on the catwalks, black is undeniably the color of fashion. We may buy new clothes in pink, purple, or whatever other shade the industry tells us is tr...

6 January 2009
03:30 GMT

Do-It-Yourself Fashionable Straight Hair

Curls go in and out of style all the time, but straight hair has always been present on the scene, and will probably continue to be so forever. However, not all women have straight hair and, sometimes, getting it can be a real pain – not to mention the damage we can do to it if we don’t know what to do. L...

5 January 2009
03:01 GMT

British Law Firm Encourages Employees to Wear High Heels

In the increasingly cutthroat legal world, law firms are doing their best to outsmart competition and, at the same time, to gain a strong foothold on a terrain that has been previously unexplored. As it turns out, being smart is no longer of prime importance, which is why one of the most prestigious London law firms ...

23 December 2008
11:10 GMT

Helene Berman Chic Bow Beret

While hats are still struggling to make their presence on the scene properly felt, here comes yet another accessory with great potential of making a statement. Nevertheless, if hats may have seemed a bit inaccessible, this one beret is clearly an audacious piece that only the most daring and stylish can wear without ...

23 December 2008
08:17 GMT

How to Make the Perfect Ponytail

Ponytails have often been considered the quick solution on a bad hair day and, most often than not, that is precisely what they are. However, designers are telling us, a ponytail can now be a bit more than just a quick fix – a versatile and stylish do that, if done right, can work wonders for us. To make sure t...

22 December 2008
04:13 GMT

The Maxi Dress, a Must Have This Season

The catwalks might have moved on but designers still agree that, this season, the strongest item in a woman’s wardrobe is no longer the ubiquitous little black dress. As strange as that may seem, what was once the one piece no woman could do without has come to be replaced by something that, not long ago, many ...

22 December 2008
03:24 GMT

Kelly Osbourne Reintroduces Side Trimmed Hairdo

Despite being the daughter of iconic rocker Ozzy Osbourne, Kelly never quite managed to make a solid reputation for herself, either in the music industry, or as a fashion role model for other girls. With all the negativism being thrown at her, this is one celebrity that always remained true to herself, an attitude th...

20 December 2008
06:04 GMT

Making the Most of a Summery Outfit in Winter

With the passing of each season, many of us find it very hard to put away certain clothing items that we have grown fond of. Once fall and then winter fully settle in, it becomes clear that, for instance, a tee can only be worn when out on the town clubbing, and definitely not at work – at least, not if we don&...

20 December 2008
05:26 GMT

Antic Crystal Ballerina Slippers from Miu Miu

The age of flats, or ballerina shoes, seemed to have faded away this fall, when chunky or open toe pumps came to take their place, in what was clearly a compromise of comfort for glamour. With all these, the popularity that the Antic Crystal Ballerina Slippers from Miu Miu have enjoyed over these past weeks over at N...

19 December 2008
12:19 GMT

Bugs Render Cuteness Factor to Season Jewelry

Women are afraid of or sickened by bugs. That’s a truth as universal as that the Earth is round. With all that, it seems that, this season, as well as the next one most likely, bugs will represent a key element not only in accessories but also in clothing items. However, for the time being, if we want to be tre...

19 December 2008
10:39 GMT

Topshop Brings Pacman Leggings, for Utmost Geekiness

When leggings barged on the scene more than a year ago, and especially when it became clear that they were “persistent” enough to have good chances of making their stay longer, the fashion industry continued to stand its ground. There was no way for such items – halfway between pants and hoses ...

19 December 2008
10:12 GMT

Superstar Nail Lacquer, the Perfect Mood Fixer

All women out there who ever had their manicure done at least once in their lifetime (and it’s unlikely that there is one who hasn’t) know how annoying it can be when you either want a new color for your nails, or you want to have them done as quickly as possible. Thanks to StyleShoppe and its most recent...

19 December 2008
09:28 GMT

Hats – Even the Beckhams Are Doing It

Back in the days when troubled rocker Pete Doherty of the Babyshambles fame donned a trilby and something that vaguely resembled a military/detective coat, watchers in the fashion industry shrugged him off as a man who had no sense of style whatsoever. Now, almost two years later, Victoria and David Beckham have also...

19 December 2008
09:00 GMT

Revamp Last New Year’s Eve Party Dress

New Year’s Eve is drawing near and, as days swing by, so do the chances of finding that perfect outfit for the grand party. Extraordinary circumstances call for extraordinary methods, they say, and we should not let the new outfit, or lack thereof, be a reason to bring us down and not enjoy what is undoubtedly ...

19 December 2008
08:33 GMT

Vivienne Westwood Talks About Her Fashion Beliefs

In a recent interview published by NZ Herald, the well-known fashion creator, also notorious for her extravagant public appearances and statements, revealed some of her opinions on topics such as the audacity of being true to yourself, the different ways someone's personal style gets into the spotlight, the hone...

18 December 2008
06:31 GMT

Hublot Black Caviar Bang, Another Million Dollar Watch

It's already common knowledge that there are presents and Christmas presents, as well as watches and Hublot watches. It has actually been proven once more that the reputed company knows just how to do things in high style. Their newest creation, the Black Caviar Bang, featuring all the characteristics of the Big...

18 December 2008
04:10 GMT

Good White Dress vs. Bad White Dress

One fashion rule that is completely out of style for quite some time now is “Never wear white after Labor Day”. Luckily, there are many examples to prove that white is in fact a year-round color, and that the white December clothes you've been wearing are not a fashion crime, but a fashion fine. Stil...

17 December 2008
10:23 GMT

Madonna Brings Feather Dresses in the Spotlight

Catwalks have been seeing lots of amazing feathered frocks this year, from Luis Vuitton, Sonia Rykiel, Roberto Cavalli, and, more recently, in Oscar de la Renta’s gorgeous exhibit of his pre-fall 2009 collection. Moreover, Marc Jacobs created for Luis Vuitton feathered accessories for bags and belts, and even t...

16 December 2008
05:52 GMT

Tom Ford Expresses His Opinions on Style

Even if the latest news on Tom Ford is surprising, sometimes contradictory, the exquisite taste in fashion of the reputed designer and film director would never fade away. Tom Ford remains one of the few true experts on the planet to speak about suits, jackets, patterns, simplicity, and about the comfort of enjoying ...

16 December 2008
04:20 GMT

5 Worst Women's Trends This Year

Before taking a glance into the future fashion trends, maybe one should stop for a while and think about the mistakes of the past – if any. Nevertheless, fashion connoisseurs have already started to sum up the goods and the bads of the current fashion tendencies, which can be easily spotted on the street and no...

11 December 2008
11:02 GMT

Soft Goth Presents a Rather Pretty Type of 'Witch'

Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Viktor & Rolf and so many others have been trying to convince us for some time now that goth style is, in terms of clothing, rather more like an edgier fashion statement, instead of the sheer outcome of weirdness or despair, as many might think.Therefore, bulky jewelry, bold dark...

11 December 2008
09:26 GMT

Ripped Denims and Stockings - No Longer Freak Accidents

Since the '90s, when grunge style was made a fashion exclusive by Marc Jacobs, the ripped clothes trend seems to be resuscitated every now and then, while also adding some flavor to what designers define as hot (or not). Torn jeans, and especially leggings, are a must for every fashionista out there in search of...

11 December 2008
09:16 GMT

Chanel Pre-Fall 2009 Collection Brings Imperialism Back

Another first-class event that will certainly be the talk of the town this month is the latest Chanel line, recently introduced to the public. The impressive collection, inspired from the imperial court and the lifestyle of the Russian Tzar, was hosted by the sumptuous Théâtre le Ranelagh in Paris, just ...

11 December 2008
05:27 GMT

Calvin Klein Pre-Fall 2009 Line Revealed

Even if 2008 and the tendencies that have marked it continue to hold the public eye, designers are already rushing to inform fashion-savvy men and women of what the 2009 pre-fall season brings new to the scene. Consequently, lots of major brands, including Calvin Klein, have recently presented their latest collection...

10 December 2008
10:30 GMT

Easy Solutions for Teeth Whitening

There is no doubt that, depending on one's lifestyle, there are many reasons why teeth can get stained. Usually, the main causes are drinking coffee, tea, red wine, carbonated drinks, or smoking cigarettes. There are some antibiotics, too, that may have the same effect. If you cannot afford or don't want to...

10 December 2008
09:20 GMT

Audrey Hepburn Bangs Are Back

Trendsetters worldwide are eager to announce the “decline” of the short, cropped bob era, and the resuscitation of another hair trend old for centuries – the bangs are back again, and lots of celebrities and beauty icons have already embraced the idea. Among them, Reese Witherspoon, Tyra Bancks, Cam...

10 December 2008
05:35 GMT

Japanese Women Gone Crazy for Eyelash Extensions

Fake eyelashes are back in style, having seemingly been elevated to the rank of newest addiction. As it turns out, cosmetic salons around Tokyo and other major cities in Japan are unable to put up with the wishes of their almost desperate customers. This is because an increasingly number of women, from trendy teenage...

9 December 2008
10:57 GMT

6126 Leggings by Lindsay Lohan Take Off in High Style

Despite the economical recession and the initial skepticism of many fashion insiders, the leggings designed and proudly donned on so many occasions by Lindsay Lohan are selling like hot cakes. Fashion experts once hailing the end of the “leggings era” are now silenced by the huge commercial success of the...

9 December 2008
05:57 GMT

Christina Aguilera Launches Inspire Fragrance

Christina Aguilera is one of the few pop icons to walk in the shoes of a “natural-born” perfume designer and to do it so well. The latest, Inspire, was just launched recently, at Macy's Glendale Galleria in LA. The new fragrance is especially designed to combine modern and classical notes, floral and...

9 December 2008
05:00 GMT

Victoria Beckham's Dress Collection Proves Immensely Successful

Showcased for the first time at the New York Fashion Week in September, along with her fabulous, newly cropped hairdo, Victoria's clothing line has managed to take the fashion industry by storm. This time in a good way, though. Even though the line has only 15 unique styles, each of them maintaining a strict not...

8 December 2008
10:41 GMT

Choosing the Jeans to Flatter You

With the dazzling trends and tendencies for jeans, it’s no wonder that the fashionista in you gets a bit confused sometimes. Still, when you’re out to buy jeans, there are a couple of things you need to know – like what is “a perfect match” for you in terms of color, size, rise and cut. ...

8 December 2008
03:31 GMT

Jessica Alba Does the Anniversary Campari Catalog

With predecessors like Eva Mendez and Salma Hayek, Jessica Alba is the next movie star to “steal” the glory of showing her outstanding face and body on the 2009 edition of the Campari Catalog. Alba, who recently gave birth to a beautiful baby-girl named Honor Marie Warren, is another major beauty icon to ...

6 December 2008
06:41 GMT

Claudia Schiffer - the New Gorgeous Face of Yves Saint Laurent

All fashionistas worldwide remember some major 80's- 90's fashion stars, such as Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Elle Macpherson and so many others. Despite the skepticism of the envious, who believed some time ago that the supermodel era was over, they have kept dazzling, ever since, with their outstandi...

6 December 2008
04:27 GMT

The Golden Rule of Fashion: Keep It Simple

When thinking about what to wear for a night out, you should always keep in mind the number one rule all fashion gurus can never stress enough, and that’s that an outfit can turn out ridiculous if paired with the wrong (number) of accessories, or if consisting of items that cannot, by any means, go well togethe...

3 December 2008
11:17 GMT

Dandy Accents in Women's Fashion

Trendsetters worldwide have already announced what's hot for 2009. The famous dandy manifesto is again to be written and signed, as, come next spring-summer season, fashion trends will shift once more. The sumptuous elegance that was so characteristic to Oscar Wilde’s writings will be reinvented and transf...

3 December 2008
08:11 GMT

TINte Fall Release: the Natural Beauty Match Books

At the beginning of this season, TINte Cosmetics took the make-up market by storm with the brand-new and multifarious Match Books, three different compact cases that seem to be the hit of the fall, and which have been especially designed to satisfy even the pickiest fashionista out there. Coming in three color palett...

2 December 2008
11:33 GMT

Trendy Coats Colorfully Get You Through Winter

Winter season usually brings a bunch of glamorous surprises, but none of them as desirable and trendy as coats are. This winter, you can go for extremes in every single aspect of your outfit and you can start with the colors and the cuts, for instance. Go back in history with a bold tailoring, stage-like elements of ...

2 December 2008
08:53 GMT

Plenty of Options for Home Decoration This Christmas

For true fashionistas worldwide, ChristmasWorld presented, early this year, the best options to be considered when preparing to decorate for Christmas. Gunnar Frank, international designer and genuine guru in terms of winter glamour, introduced us to what's hot for the 2008-2009 season. He came with four major t...

2 December 2008
06:19 GMT

Skinny Pants Still Make History

Celebrities and designers have expressed their preferences towards wide-legged trousers, yet skinny pants still have something to say to a red blooded fashionista. Right from the catwalks, designers like Betsey Johnson, Catherine Malandrino and Alexander Wang are confident enough to put again their signature on reall...

28 November 2008
12:46 GMT

Timeless Brooches Are Back in Fashion

Brooches are definitely the come-back of the season. People with a good sense of fashion unanimously applauded all the public appearances of the newest first lady of the USA. She definitely succeeded in convincing us all that brooches are one of those accessories that can become a fashionista's signature - ...

28 November 2008
10:41 GMT

Color Your 2009 with Gloves

Your hands may have an impeccable manicure, their skin may be as soft as it can get, but you still can’t shake off the feeling that there’s something still missing. Perhaps what you’re looking for is a brand new and colorful pair of gloves. For the fall 2008 - winter 2009 season, designers have...

28 November 2008
09:01 GMT

Huge Earrings for Huge Success

This season, when it comes to jewelry, hip equals as big as it gets. From necklaces and bracelets, to rings and earrings, they all ought to be oversized and a bit chunky. That can’t but be good news for those who enjoy showing off their eccentric side every once in a while. Designers have now decided that it�...

27 November 2008
07:02 GMT

Headbands Make the Difference This Season

As of late, we've been seeing lots of celebrities wearing headbands and looking drop-dead gorgeous while at it. No matter if they go for the hippie or the goddess-like look, if they’re relaxed or self-conscious, they do get our undivided attention. Wearing a headband with style is no rocket science, which ...

27 November 2008
05:45 GMT

Everybody Wears Scarves This Fall

There's no way we could ever forget about scarves, as designers constantly keep reminding us that they're a hot, hot accessory. They’re omnipresent, from the catwalks to down on the streets. If this past summer has shown us how beautifully they may be used in lieu of belts, the fall tendencies bring t...

27 November 2008
03:21 GMT

Folk Boho Is Back for the 2008/2009 Fall-Winter Season

When talking about folk boho, we're actually referring to that delicious mixture the two otherwise distinct trends successfully represent since the early ‘90s. Via the catwalks, the next season will bring it back on the streets, especially thanks to Roberto Cavalli, Gucci and Ana Sui collections. Naturally...

26 November 2008
10:54 GMT

Boyfriend Jeans – The New Hit of the Season

The jeans we've been seeing lately on catwalks and in fashion magazines may be contrastingly different from what we might have been expecting, but that does not mean they’re not refreshing to look at. Those skinny jeans that flatter only the most fortunate of us (mainly the tall and slim women) are to beco...

26 November 2008
08:42 GMT

Major Fashion Crimes to Be Avoided

The fall-winter 2008/2009 season is just kicking off, and all that we hear stylists talk about is what to wear and how. On the other hand, when we do get a reference to bad choices, it’s not only regarding items that have gone out of style/trends. Things can actually go worse than that. Wearing a fashionable fr...

26 November 2008
03:19 GMT


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