Get Inspired: One-Sleeved Gowns

Happy Almost '08!

may you're New Year's resolution be to dress even better!

With the holidays nearly behind us it's time to get back to fashion. This past season numerous celebs have sported one-sleeved gowns. Now it's time for you to...get inspired:

{Cate Blanchett, Heidi Klum, and Eva Mendes}

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Get Inspired: Holiday Dressing Options

Merry Christmas!

and

Happy Holidays!

but the blog must go on...

Here are a few chic options from this merry holiday season!

{Eva Mendes in Stella McCartney}

{Hayden Panettiere in a BCBG Max Azria Blouse}

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Trend Worth Trying: Black Bazers/ White Dresses

This chilly season add a masculine touch to a feminine white dress with a black blazer. This particular look is great for evening.

{Gwyneth Paltrow in Valentino}

Get the look:

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp

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Weekend Update: Top Looks

For the week of December 17-23:
Here's who had the hottest looks:

Best Gown:

Shakira in Carolina Herrera

Best Cocktail:

Beyonce in Giorgio Armani

Best Street Chic:

Jessica Alba in a Juicy Couture Coat

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Beauty Blog: Chic Updos

This season the party hair trend that is all the rage is updos. Whether worn undone or pulled tight with a bejeweled barrette these styles are always chic.

{Katherine Heigl}

{Mischa Barton}

{Jessica Alba}

Get their Looks: http://www.walgreens.com/

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Catwalk to Sidewalk: Burberry

On the Fall runway Burberry gave us military-inspired trenches with semi-feminine details. Now that the weather is finally cold enough, recreate their chic look with the following pieces:

* Remember- the key is to "recreate" not "copy."

Burberry Fall 2007 Runway:

Get the Look:

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp



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Go Bold!

Bold jewelry is a must this season. Worn with sweaters or dresses these pieces are always a hit.

For maximum impact pick up an Art- Deco inspired piece:

All- Arden B. http://ardenb.com/home.jsp

For a dainty touch try a bit of silver :

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Last Minute Gift Guide

Considering Christmas is a mere 5 days away most of our gifts should be bought. But, I know some aren't. (Including some very important ones). Here is a gift-guide-at-a-glance for everyone on your list.

The Best Friend:

For your bestie a great option is a M.A.C Brush set. It's the perfect combination of functionality and style. http://www.maccosmetics.com/

The Mom:

For your mother, a classy Tiffany cuff is an option. She'll love it- guaranteed. http://www.tiffany.com/

The Dad:

For Dad's this year take the classic route and wrap him up a tie. Be sure to pick one up in a geometric print to stay on trend. http://www.macys.com/

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Get Inspired: Sequined Dresses

The holiday season is all about parties and what better to wear than an on-trend sequined dress? Here are two takes on the trend:


Kristen Bell (above) wearing a more demure take on the trend and Heidi Klum (below) with a sexier way to wear sequins.

P.S. We've finally got pictures!

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Bundle Up!

As the mercury drops everyone must bundle up. Here are a few coats, scarves, hats, and mittens, sure to keep you warm and toasty.

{Sienna Miller in a Tod's coat}

• Coats:

1. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=111&itemID=47928&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter
2. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=111&itemID=47930&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter

• Scarves

1. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=8&itemID=48160&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter
2. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=8&itemID=48184&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter

• Hats

1. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=8&itemID=47781&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter
2. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=8&itemID=47796&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter

• Mittens

1. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=8&itemID=48015&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter
2. http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=8&itemID=48004&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter

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Year-End Trend Round-down

Please, for everyone with eyes' sake, ditch these last season trends for 2008. Start Fresh, please!

• White Sunglasses
• Crazy-Print Tights
• Knee-High Gladiator Sandals
• Studded Boots w/out Tights
• Huge Fur
• Striped Wedges
• Lock-Corset Belts

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Obsession: Bejeweled Barrettes

This Holiday season, the cutest and chicest hair goody is bejeweled barrettes! They're great for day or night, so start stocking up!

• Black Jeweled

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=small+hair+goods&product%5Fid=1046168207&Page=1

• Rhinestone

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=small+hair+goods&product%5Fid=1044172835&Page=3

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