Sharon Haver

Thanks for reading my post! I'm Style Expert + Success Strategist for women entrepreneurs helping you and your business get out there so you can attract the high-level clients you want. All my tips come from my real world professional experience. As a bootstrapping entrepreneur with a business degree in Marketing and a graduate of an extensive amount of business and personal development programs and high-level masterminds, my advice is based on how I successfully run my online business since 1999. Previously to be being the founder of FocusOnStyle.com, I was a well-known New York fashion stylist on major photo shoots for 15 years, where I styled everything from Vogue covers to advertising campaigns for cheesy products that I made look so good that you would actually want to buy them. I've also had a syndicated newspaper fashion advice column and featured in lots of media. Learn more...  About Sharon Haver | Press Clips | Start Here | Work With Me Let's get social... Facebook  |  Twitter   |   Instagram   |   Pinterest   |  YouTube

Stylist Advice- Beat Party Outfit Fatigue and Rework a Few Good Pieces

MARC BY MARC JACOBS Suvie Satin Blazer at Bloomingdales
 Dear Sharon: I'm getting exhausted from trying to figure out what to wear to holiday parties as this season progresses. I still have a few more fetes left- some are casual, some are kind of dressy. What in tarnation can I wear without having to buy something new each and every time I have to show my face at a party? I've been working a black  pencil skirt and a black satin jacket but I think that not only am I sick of these two pieces, so is everyone else who sees me! Please help me rework my holiday style. (via fashion advice)  MORE: Holiday  Yes, there can be such a thing as party outfit fatigue! As holiday parties keep

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Trendy Fashionista Gifts Under $100 – no size required!

Adorable Zara.com outfit
We all know one. She's up on every fashion trend, a major label queen, and loves instant gratification. She puts the most unexpected pieces together for smashing results, like the model in the Zara outfit above. But, what in living daylights to get the girl who wants everything? Something trendy, of course! Need more help gifting this season? Consult our other Holiday 2012 Gift Guides We've picked some top, of the moment gift ideas under $100... and some are SERIOUSLY under $100! None require a size and they all fit perfectly into a fashion obsessed lifestyle. She may even love these so much that she shares them on her personal style blog! SHOP: Our super cute and trendy fashionista gift

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Angelina Jolie is one smart cookie when it comes to an evening wrap that’s really meant for travel

I'll Have What She's Having: A cashmere wrap that does double-duty from red carpet to staying snuggly on an airplane Finding something to elegantly top an evening gown is no easy matter when, realistically, you're not on the glamourella circuit. Wouldn't it be fab to find a wrap to stay warm on your way out from the limo to the venue and wear it to stay snuggly on the airplane, or look chic when worn with a pair of jeans and a cashmere turtleneck? MORE: I'll Have What She's Having Angelina Jolie did just that on her way to the "In the Land of Blood and Honey" after party.  The navy White + Warren cashmere travel wrap, $295 at Saks.com or at whiteandwarren.com,

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Elizabeth Taylor believed “More is More,” and it’s all up for grabs at Christie’s

Elizabeth Taylor
The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor auction dates December 13-16 2011, celebrating her life and legacy at Christie's New York and online. The Mike Todd Diamond Tiara An Antique Diamond Tiara, circa 1880 Gift from Mike Todd, 1957 Estimate: $60,000-80,000 The legendary actress and humanitarian's estate is stunning, to say the least. From the Crown Jewels of Hollywood, her copy of the first edition of National Velvet, incredible haute couture from Dior, Valentino, Gianni Versace, to French decorative arts and furniture from Emile Galle, to her Andy Warhols. And, who cannot think of the jewels... some of the most extraordinary in the world, plus some Kenneth Jay Lane costume. It's all there from high to low (that cigar box purse), and everything

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Absolutely Fabulous Special- OMG, sweetie darling, I’m becoming Eddy! Sneak peak

Or, is Eddy becoming me? My favorite show, Absolutely Fabulous, returns with a Christmas special. Bubble is back and Eddy is having issues with updating her blog, or flog. I'd like to hear her take on wanker web developers... I could write a comedy of errors pilot on that! Here's a sneak peek video of the Ab Fab Christmas Special 2011: Ya know, that undulated alumninum kitchen cabinet looks a lot like my kitchen.... a bit too-too of art imitating life! The sad news, according to Lalate is that the special will not be airing in the US at this time... boohoo.

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EMERIL’S TABLE- HOLIDAY COOKING FOR A CROWD, Watch our episode, get the recipes

On the set of Emeril's Table
Don't Miss: "Emeril’s Table" Holiday Cooking for a Crowd episode airing December 9th at 11:00am ET/10:00am C on the Hallmark Channel. Why: I'm on it along with my family and friends. I've always felt that style is a lot like cooking. If you don't start out with the right ingredients (wardrobe), no matter how you try to doctor it up (accessories too) , the results can be less than tasty.  Less is more when it is well-planned and of fantastic quality. The Holiday Cooking for a Crowd gang: (left to right) My husband, Emeril Lagasse, my son, me (front row l to r), my friend Liz, her niece Kelsey. My husband and I entertain quite a bit in New York, particularly around the

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Adventures in Extremes- The Leopard Clutch, Judith Leiber or Express

Judith Leiber Veronika Leopard printed haircalf envelope clutch
Funny Story: Once upon a time I purchased a vintage Judith Leiber round suede bag with fantastic passementerie detail. The bag was a unique style and exuded absolute timeless chic. The little finding that held the shoulder strap popped off so I took it up to the Judith Leiber showroom for repair. As I sat in the waiting area, Ms. Leiber walked by. She looked at my bag and in her deep Hungarian accent declared, "Such a young girl, such an old bag," I was speechless. And also quite flattered to be called a young girl. I can never look at a Judith Leiber again without giggling at the thought of this anecdote. MORE: Animal Prints Judith Leiber Veronika Leopard printed haircalf

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Victoria Beckham wins Designer Brand Award and Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen wins Designer of the Year at British Fashion Awards- video

Victoria Beckham
The British Fashion Council is what one would say is the CFDA of England. The annual British Fashion Awards yesterday had some pretty keen picks as winners: Sarah Burton of Royal Wedding fame, for Alexander McQueen won Designer of the Year (video below jump) Victoria Beckham won the Designer Brand Award (video below jump) Alexa Chung won the British Style Award Christopher Kane won the New Establishment Award  while Sam Gainsbury of Gainsbury and Whiting won the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator Stella McCartney won the Red Carpet Award Watch Sarah Burton's acceptance speech for Alexander McQueen as she won Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards: Alexander McQueen in stock now: More Alexander McQueen... "I am absolutely thrilled

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Cheap Chic Thrill: Marni at H and M

Can you wait for spring? Full disclosure, reporting on every designer's cheapie collaboration can get rather mundane, but this time... whoosh, we are all excited here! There's something about the easy off-handed nonchalance of Marni that is irresistible. And now, it's been recently revealed that there will be a Marni for H&M collection coming this spring. Watch Consuelo Castiglioni, Founder and Creative Director Marni describe the collection in this exclusive video: Details: March 8th 2012, a Marni at H&M collection will be released worldwide! Women's and Menswear as well as accessories.   Photo: H&M Video: Barracuda Film & TV       Designer Marnie in stock now: More Marni...

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Celebrity Street Style- Kate Moss Dresses Up Super Casual Jeans

Kate Moss at Mulberry Spring/Summer 2012 - London Fashion Week - Arrivals
 I"ll Have What She's Having: Super casual light chambray jeans & shirt with a heavy dose of gold jewelry Let's face it, so many of us spend a good part of our lives in jeans- from working at home, to mommy duties, to casual offices, there are not many days where many of us have the opportunity-- or need- to get all tzjued up. But you still want to pull off chic even in a casual setting, who doesn't? Kate Moss, spotted wearing super casual jeans and a chambray shirt, in a way that acts as the perfect base to layer up all those glam items that predictably sit in our closets with no place to be worn. Why not add

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday Fashion & Beauty On Sale

 Camping out on a long line is not for the chic of heart. Here are some top Black Friday and Cyber Monday fashion and style sales so you don't have to deal with crazed crowds...   Shopbop has got to be a favorite e-tailer at FocusOnStyle. Well-edited fashion pieces and an easy to navigate web site. Perfecto just got better when you type the special code, BIGEVENT from this link at checkout.   Ted Baker Black Friday Sale... I love their shoes and feminine, yet clean, take on wardrobe basics. You can too with a special 30% off the entire site from Black Friday November 25th through Cyber Monday November 28th. Ted Baker JAMTHUN- Zip Detail Dress - $295 All the British

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Pedicure Boots- Who Knew?

Every once in a while there's a clever idea that's not the most stylish. Think of this as a wannabe UGG married to an open toe bootie. Here's where the not too favorite visual makes perfect sense- Bootie Pies are pedicure boots. How many times in the winter have you sat in the nail salon begrudgingly waiting for your tootsies to dry and wished there was some way to speed up the prolonged process? Well, so did three sisters from New Jersey who conceived, Bootie Pies. Fuzzy-lined suede UGG-alikes that have a patent leather toe cap which flips back to expose freshly polished toes until they dry! SHOP: Uggs and Sheepskin Boots You may not want to run around town

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Fashion Turkeys- Fugly Fads To Thankfully Put to Rest

No one is always perfect. There are moments in one's life where you have had to have made some fashion missteps, it's only a part of growing up. It's normal, I swear, to not be perfect 365 days a year. But to keep following the trendy flock without looking in a mirror or paying mind on how that fad works on YOU, is just plain silly... particularly when there are some dang nasty, fugly, tacky, and unflattering looks around. Considering the end of the year is just around the corner, there's nothing like Turkey Day to share some style duds of the ugliest fashion trends that wreck my nerves. WATCH: Thanksgiving Survival Tips Let's throw a few drumsticks to the

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