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

Work out in a Balenciaga dress, why not?

Fit Flops - New Styles - The Exercise Gladiator Sandal beats cellulite. FitFlop sandals get the fashion touch. When it comes to body-bettering toning claims— 'nuff said, I'm your girl guinea pig. Last summer getting your feet into the limited supply FitFlop, "the sandal with the built in gym" was about as impossible as coming upon an authentic Birkin at a yard sale— there's a chance but slim it is. Slim is exactly why these souped-up flip-flops sold out upon introduction in the U.K. and then stateside faster than the running of the running of the brides. Created by Bliss Spa founder Marcia Kilgore and a well-titled biomechanist, the FitFlop is designed with a patent pending microwobbleboard technology that promises

Foot Ache? Maybe it’s time for a pair of orthotics… When the shoe doesn’t fit right, tips to wear it

Foot Ache? Maybe it's time for a pair of orthotics… When the shoe doesn't fit right, tips to wear it Dear Sharon: Lately, My feet are starting to ache during the day and my shoes just don't feel like they are supporting me correctly. The pain is really not that bad, more of an annoyance than a real hurt so I'm afraid that if I see a doctor I'll get screamed at for wearing my heels. Any Advice? (Charlottesville, VA) Sweetie, I'm a shoe junkie with gnarly feet who is married to a podiatrist— you have come to the right place! While not the most stylish of subjects, comfy shoes can make all the difference in the world and there

My Bag Cares…

Eco bag helps plant trees and looks cute too The eco chic "I'm Not A Plastic Bag" phenomenon by luxury handbag designer Anya Hindmarch created quite a stir a few seasons ago. Not only did Hindmarch's designer green awareness bags sell out in a matter of hours, but Whole Foods ceased distributing non-reusable plastic bags across their stores in the US, Canada, and the UK. The crazy thing is that the once hot eco "designer" bag-with-a-message sold at a health food supermarket has become fodder for the counterfeit set and can be seen hung from the sidewalk stalls with all their other cheesy knock-offs of "luxury" goods-- not exactly an extension of the pc eco message but still sported by

Blow dry your hair like a pro…

Turbo power hairdryer for salon results at home The most powerful blow dryer for professional hair styling results at home - Twin Turbo 3200. At one of my highfalutin hair appointments, I asked the very chichi stylist how I could get the same gorgeous blowout at home? Instead of a hold-the-brush-this-way and use-this-product kind of hairstyling how-to, his response: “You need me”! Well, perhaps he's on the right track because you can get his tools. Frederic Fekkai, Oribe, the Jean-Louis David chain and 8 out of ten stylists in major United States salons all use the The Turbo Power Twin Turbo Ceramic Ionic 3200 blowdryer that's like no ordinary dryer, but a souped-up style salon on steroids. So good, that

Marimekko at H&M…

Fast fashion meets pop style Marimekko at H&M tribute collection. Fast fashion meets pop style. There's nothing that beats a vibrant punch of color on an otherwise dreary day. Add some fast fashion to the pop style mix and you have the perfect limited edition Marimekko collection that debuts at H&M stores today.Then First Lady, Jackie Kennedy created international awareness to the Marimekko label when she wore the bold color combinations during her husband's presidency. Fast forward forty-odd years later and gorgeous prints for home and fashion still herald as must-have chic. The H&M design team dipped into the massive 1960's archives of Marimekko vintage prints for their inspiration and came up with a witty, fun, and absolutely delicious collection

Watch what's in store at one of the leading trends spots in France Paris shopping spree - Colette Shopping TV. Watch what's in store at one of the leading trends spots in France for the best in style and design. We love Colette-- who doesn't? It's been a must-stop trend shop for what's next in Paris for a decade with everything from the latest techno gadgets to top designer fashions displayed in a gallery-style walk around setting. With the dollar feeling like an old centime, sometimes just a petite bite of what's tres chic can get you through the day. Watch the adorable Colette video with delight: Merci Colette for granting us Colette Shopping TV with English subtitles-- a witty

Right as Red…

Fashion Tips- Red Clothing trends - get the red-hot fashion clothing trend now: How to get the three season fashion trend Color of the moment.... Red clothing trends to get next season's look now! Right as Red ...How to get the three season fashion trend + shopping guide for red Dear Sharon: I'm trying to keep one step ahead of fashion trends, but feel like I'm lagging behind. I watch all the runway shows and red carpet events wishing that I could afford everything I see, but alas my eyes are bigger than my budget. Don't get me wrong, I can afford nice things, just not something that's out before it even gets from the runway to the stores! What's

Get Smart, the car that is…

Smartcar - Eco chic and sweet Smart car - Eco chic and sweet automobile from Mercedes-Benz and the founder of Swatch watches. What would happen if a major car manufacturer and whimsical watch company produce a cute little joint venture? You'd get 4-wheels with lot's of moxie! The inventor of the Swatch watch, Nicolas Hayek, brought his dream of an "ultra-urban" car to Mercedes-Benz, resulting in a teensy, fun, and sturdy “it” car that's been cruising the streets of Paris, Rome, Barcelona or London, and now the US of A. The eco stylish Smart Car Fortwo has extremely low exhaust emissions, uses only water-soluble paints for its three basic colors - black, white and yellow, and its molded-in color body

The best black leather jacket… How to wear a leather jacket and does black really go with everything? My 21-year-old daughter tells me that I am wrong! She thinks her black leather jacket does not "go" with a colored sweater and jeans, so she chose to "freeze" today instead of wearing her leather jacket here in usually much warmer central Florida. I grew up in Chicago where people do not own five different colored winter coats because everything goes with black. Am I wrong??? My daughter also tells me that one does not wear black with brown or even black with blue. Please help us settle this argument. Thanks for your input. (Lakeland, FL) Jeez mama mia, seems like the

Slides, mules, backless shoes, they’re back…

But to some women did slide shoes ever go away? The women's slide shoe makes a fashion comeback! Slides, mules, backless shoes are back on trend -StyleThing! Slides, the women's shoe to literally take a stance on. Admittedly, there are some stale pairs of slides in my closet—some rather over-priced pairs, barely worn, yet intrinsically classic backless beauties that I cannot make it out of the house wearing without thinking, do I look like one of the them? You know the club of women of a certain age who think clanking around in slides is a sign of sex appeal to an otherwise drab wardrobe, usually involving a pink cardigan. There is typically an over-processed hair color and geranium lipstick

Oscar fashion…

Tasteful and elegant style Oscar Fashion 2008- Celebrity red carpet fashion - style inspirations. Good things come in threes and it was definitely the year of the red dress, bare shoulder, and baby bump. Although everyone looked tastefully fantastic and thankfully there was a whisper of personal style, there really weren't many obvious standouts when it came to Oscar fashion at the 80th Academy Awards. Anne Hathaway, stunning in a rich red Marchesa gown with a dramatic rosette sash which she described as a "diaphanous sheath" that spotlighted her luminous pale skin. Jessica Alba in a Marchesa grape strapless baby bump covering chiffon sheath with a spray of feathers across the bodice. Heidi Klum in a very dramatic, portrait collar,

Celebrity Chic Hairstyles- Get a red carpet updo like Ellen Pompeo

In the throng of celebrity style, which can be pretty tiresome, Ellen Pompeo always stands out as an example of effortless chic. Admittedly, I also have a special eye towards her personal style since we are “related” because our pooches have the same parents. Breeder bros aside, the actor knows how to rock glamour in a very modern, elegant, and off-handed manner that is absolutely worth a double-take. Ellen Pompeo's simple chic hairstyle at last night's SAG awards was no exception. "Ellen was looking for a modern, cool, hip style - not your typical old Hollywood up-do," says her hair stylist for the event, Harry Josh, the Creative Consultant for the John Frieda Collection. "We went through tons of runway

Oops, he said it again…

Mr. Blackwell's 48th Annual Best & Worst Dressed Women List for 2007 Mr. Blackwell's best Worst Dressed List 2007 -FocusOnStyle.com Without delay, here is the fashion dish from the man who put the B in be-atch, Mr. Blackwell...Please keep in mind that these opinions represent those of Mr. Blackwell and not the staff at FocusOnStyle.com. Now, Welcome to my annual merry-go-round of fashion follies-the Worst-Dressed Women List. This past year stands out as one of the most disastrous fashion years in recent memory-as well as being a particularly eye-popping moment in Tinsel-Town where several worst-dressed repeat offenders suffered collective meltdowns. There more melodrama surrounding the Spears clan, Lindsay, Paris and a host of other style-challenged starlets than a double feature

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