Sharon Haver- style expert, online business success strategist for women entrepreneurs, fashion stylist, founder & editor in chief of FocusOnStyle.com

Weekly Web Roundup: 09.11.09

Who said what online… FocusOnStyle.com is having what Anne Fontaine and Audrey Tautou were having at the “Coco Before Chanel” premiere: classic French chic that belongs in every wardrobe! With this twist front cardigan from j.crew, girlawhirl’s got the most stylish look in the office. Smarter Fashion shows us some of the hot preppy fashion from Harvard University’s new clothing line which helps fund financial aid. From leather jackets to ruffles, StyleBakery.com shops the Top 10 Trends for Fall Curly hair driving your crazy? The Beauty Brains blog about Mixed Chicks Leave in Conditioner.

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Anne Fontaine and Audrey Tautou

French chic at the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Coco Before Chanel’ The fashion would have to be amazing. Anything with Chanel in the title must be genius. But what’s more genius and relevant to updating your look is the very simple and understated glamour of director Anne Fontaine and star Audrey Tautou worn at the Los Angeles premier of “Coco Before Chanel”. Both woman have mastered basic black that is anything but boring in a timeless style that is gorgeous on a woman of any age. While every wannabe fashionista has been having sleepless nights as what she should wear for Fashion Week, some know that it’s the easiest to be simple, smart, and chic. Style that comes naturally to

Road trip shopping in Montana and Wyoming for iconic western fashion… Oh, give me a home where the buffalo roam… Where seldom is heard a discouraging word, except when it comes to the fashion that’s cloudy all day! City slicker fashion peeps have a romantic and idolized view of Western clothing. We assume that the fabulous fringe, perfectly worn in cowboy boots, dusty dark jeans, and delicately beaded belts are an easy find in any shop in a town where lodgepole pine outweighs cement or old time shoot ‘em up references still apply. Well, reality doesn’t always play as well as Ralph Lauren’s stylized vision of the Wild West when it comes to fashion. I should know about authentic western fashion

Sarah Jessica Parker + Sex and the City 2 = 80’s Rewind

I’m not loving the math on this one… If there was anyone who could redo 80’s style at its super fun best it would be Patricia Fields– some of my best stripe tops came from her shop back then. If there was ever someone whose present out beauties her past it is Sarah Jessica Parker. From yesterday’s first day of filming Sex and the City 2 in New York, there have been some paparazzi photos leaked of a very polished and lovely looking SJP in her role as Carrie. But then there’s also this homage to the 80’s number, complete with the rather unflattering mall perm… >> SHOP: Halston Heritage Stretch Denim Legging in White - as seen on Sarah

Announcement: There's a NEW look coming to FocusOnStyle this fall! After 10 years online... we have a very fabulous fall look waiting to be unveiled A decade online, a couple of decades in the fashion business and we've seen more flashes in the pan and too-tried trends come and go. But, www.FocusOnStyle.com is here to stay! Just like your wardrobe, a fashion site needs an update. We must always focus on style. Don't be surprised if one day you day to come back to the site, and WOW, we have had a makeover. Stay tuned for an early fall unveiling of a very editorial and NEW look for FocusOnStyle. More solid fashion advice from Sharon. And lot's more contributing experts

Ruffles

How to wear the ruffle trend I wanted to know a smart and not too over-the-top way to incorporate ruffles into my wardrobe. I saw so many references to ruffles in magazines, and I love the look, but I'm not sure how to put it together, please help! Thank you! (New York, NY) Stay on trend and elegant with this very feminine trend Ruffles are one of the strongest fashion trends right now, but if not put together in just the right way, you can wind up looking like an escapee from the Can Can Review! Reference, not overindulge is absolutely the stylish way to master this trend. The key to wearing ruffles without appearing overly juvenile or theatrical, yet

80’s rewind, totally updated eyewear that’s crystal clear… It’s a tough choice. Do I love the round 80’s eyeglass shape. Or do I love the the clear frame? I’d say it’s a double-whammy on cool sunglasses. Sienna Miller was spotted the the NYC premiere of “The September Issue” sporting clear sunglasses with a slightly tinted lens. We all think that you short sport some transparent frames too. Round if it flatter you, more Wayfarer-inspired, if not. >>Don’t forget to watch my video on tips to select Sunglasses That Flatter Your Face. Round, transparent, or a little of both, SHOP our designer sunglasses guide, now! Flip through these round sunglass styles for inspiration... More Asos... –August 24, 2009 Photo Credit: Janet Mayer

Eyewear Tips from the Women's Sunglasses by Face Shape with Sharon Haver video series at Barney's New York for About.com series... Of course Barney’s New York has the most cutting-edge, fashion sunglasses around. What what good is a gorgeous pair of sunglasses when they don’t flatter your face? Do watch this installment of my how-to style series for about.com and learn the ins and out to select the best sunglasses for your face shape.--S.H. Shopping for sunglasses can be a daunting task with so many looks and trends on the racks. See what to look for in color and shape so that the sunglasses you buy compliment your face nicely. Proportioning Sunglasses to Face Shape The easiest way to find

Too 2 Late Watches Italian Style…

It's the cheap chic waterproof watch that's trending now Too 2 Late Watches Italian Style. It's the cheap cic waterproof watch that's trending now Cheapie end of summer style fix alert: If they play their cards right, the Too 2 Late watch will be the next big thing stateside as it is trending in Italy. Could barely pass a shop window or peek at the wrist of a low-key Italianista without spotting a strip of colored silicone with a bitty digital watch nesting inside. I had to pick some up. They're waterproof too! Too 2 Late watches look even cuter when you stack a few different colors-- one for each of your favorite time zones? The colors are all rich

Curvy jeans with style…

Is having a womanly figure a curse for a flattering fit in jeans? I like to consider myself as stylish and pretty cool but when it comes to finding curvy jeans that fit my hourglass figure, it's out of the park on styles that will actually pull up over my hips and not gap around my midsection. Every time I go jeans shopping, I get more and more depressed as nothing ever fits me and I feel like a freak. I am otherwise a pretty much "normal" size 8 in every other piece of clothing and stand 5'6" tall. If I find jeans for curvy figures, the styles are so dated that I feel like I've aged 10 years with

Seven Ways to Dress a Suit Up or Down from the Sharon Haver for About.com at Barney’s New York Style Video Series… Many of us think of a simple business suit as something rather humdrum. But that needn’t be the case as a well-cut suit is one of the most versatile additions to your wardrobe and truly something worth investing in. In this how-to style video from my about.com fashion video series I show you seven ways to wear a suit from casual to dressy and, of course, for the office! We started with a grey lightweight wool, single-breasted slim suit by Jill Sander. The simplicity of the cut makes it a no-brainer to mix and match thoughout your

How to Accessorize a Cocktail Little Black Dress with Sharon Haver from the About.com at Barney’s New York Style Video Series… This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series Sharon Haver for About.com Video Series Everyone loves a great LBD but sometimes we get a bit stymied on how to best accessorize it. Please look at my latest style video for About.com and learn some great tips to accessorize a little black dress and put more mileage in your very fashionable wardrobe! How to Accessorize a Little Black Dress: Transcript: How to Accessorize a Little Black Dress with Sharon Haver Hello, I’m Sharon Haver. I’m the founder of focus on style.com. We’re here today at Barney’s New York for

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Rashida Jones and the strong red lip

Red lipstick at the ready… how to rock ruby lips for summer and all year round… In this economy, we’re big on finding something small that makes a major and lasting impact on your style. And a tube of ruby red lipstick may just do the glam trick! Case in point: The very glam and very understated chic of Rashida Jones pictured here. No frou-frou Hollywood fussiness for her. Just all the right things that make a simple look sizzle. Rashida’s strong ruby red lips are the focal point , not a distraction to her beauty. Simple, undone pulled back hair, a natural bronzey glow, black lashes, and that vibrant pow of a very strong red lip! That’s all she

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Weekly Web Roundup: 09.11.09

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Anne Fontaine and Audrey Tautou

On the Road: Authentic western looks are more romance than reality…

Sarah Jessica Parker + Sex and the City 2 = 80’s Rewind

Announcement: There’s a NEW look coming to FocusOnStyle this fall!

Ruffles

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Sienna Miller in Clear, Round Sunglasses

How To Select Sunglasses For Your Face Shape – Video Tips

Too 2 Late Watches Italian Style…

Curvy jeans with style…

How to Accessorize a Suit and Add Versatility to Your Wardrobe- Video Style Tips

How to Accessorize a Little Black Dress and Get More Mileage out of Your Cocktail LBD- Video Tips

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Rashida Jones and the strong red lip

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