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Winter Hats: Stay Warm Look Cool

Get your slouch on with some chunky knits Brrr, it's frigid outside. Every time I hear that a winter weather advisory is extended, all I want to do is stay in and cuddle up. Vintage winter hat at VagabondNYC.com Good luck. A girl has gotta get going no matter how uncooperative the weather is. There's nothing better for stylish winter survival mode than a good warm hat. Knit hats in slouchy styles are looking right, particularly with bit of texture by way of an updated cable or popcorn stitch. Or a modern yet classic stripe for effortless, and warm, chic. The softer the style, the less chance of hat hair. What's not to love? If a chunky, slouchy knit hat

How can I rework my party clothes into my everyday wardrobe? I know I was absolutely crazy when I bought all these holiday clothes but everything was on sale and I was invited to a bunch of parties. Now that the party season is over, I don't want to shove "worn once" evening looks to the back of my closet but not sure how I can rework them into my everyday wardrobe. I bought a one-shoulder black lace dress, a gold sequin top, and a purple satin mini that's sort of like a tunic. I live in the city and do go out a lot but not that dressy and glitzy. Is there any stylish way to transition all these

Tips for Wearing Jeans if You're Petite from the Sharon Haver for About.com at Lord & Taylor New York Petite Video Series… Depending on your body type, you will need to adjust your style to achieve that perfect denim look. See our tips for wearing jeans if you are petite. >> Petite Shopping Guide Don't want to look like you're standing in a hole? Don't worry! Watch my Petite Jeans Tips to Look Taller Video to learn how to find jeans that make you look you're best: Transcript: Tips for Wearing Jeans if You're Petite Hello, I’m Sharon Haver from FocuOnStyle.com, and I’m here today for About.com at Lord and Taylor, and we’re going to be talking about some great ways to wear

We just loved the way Emma Watson look all dolled up in Burberry at the spring show.Guess, they did too! As Emma stars in the Burberry Brand spring campaign shot by Mario Testino. 'We've worked again with Emma Watson who has a classic, effortless beauty and is incredibly talented. Alongside Emma we have four British guys; Emma's younger brother Alex Watson, Matt Gilmour, Max Hurd and George Craig. 'This campaign celebrates our heritage and our timeless Burberry icons. The energy of the images and the dynamic cast reflect the different attitudes and expressions of the Burberry guy and girl," Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative Officer. Watch the behind-the-scenes clip: Shoot Details: Creative Direction Christopher Bailey Photographer Mario Testino Hair

Fashion: Best of the Decade & Its Defining Style Moments

Fashion designers of the decade and their standout looks that will become the hallmark of 00's fashion Our fashion savants, and vintage experts, Andrea Perini and Naveed Hussain of VagabondNYC are like walking encyclopedias of iconic fashion moments from mid-century to today. The fashion industry kids are a go-to source for what's relevant from the past to wear today. Andrea and Naveed have culled some of their thoughts from the past 10 years and let us be a fly on the wall with this quick-study crib sheet of what influences in fashion they feel are worth your remembering and collecting from the decade and why. Is it fair to call this a decade of heavy revivals? Why so? AP: Absolutely.

Out with the old and in with the new you! Happy New Year from Paris! If you're like me, you may be motivated to trim down immediately after all the holiday goodies! I felt snug in my skirt so I decided to get back on track! There are easy ways to create a slimmer look depending on the shape of your face. Don't worry about your double chin, you'll be fine if you get back into the swing of things. Concentrate on your eyes with a nice shadow-liner-mascara combination that draws attention to your personality. When you get ready for blush, there are certain things you need to know to get that slimming effect you're looking for. Choose your blush

Gettin’ Jotty Wit It…

Don't forget to take note with an old school leather journal It's a new decade and the perfect time to not forget where we've been and how it has taken us on the road we walk today. Ok, it's a little heavy but New Year Day should be a bit thoughtful. So pencils up, my lovelies! We've become so digitized that the old school art of the written word has become a distant chore. Our entire life can run amuck with a low battery (hello iPhone, I'm talking to you) or the ‘wrong' light to read from our screen. How crazy is that? Write an inspirational word, a note, some scribble-scrabble, a doodle, or even a diary entry in

Timeless advice to stay vital and well from our archives… 20 ways to add MORE to your life, this year and forever! When I qualified as a Doctor at 25 years old, I thought I knew everythingthere was to know about health and medicine. By the age of 30, I realized my medical training was limited and I didn’t really know much about health and wellness. So I went on a journey of discovery to expand my horizons and studied acupuncture, Chinese medicine, Functional medicine, nutrition, yoga and Buddhism. By 50, I realized my life training was limited too as my daughter (a teenager at the time) was pointing out “how stupid” I was. And now that I am 55,

Focus on Style Through the Decade: See how we looked

A look back at our favorites stories in fashion beauty, style, wellness, travel, and more 5,4,3,2,1, H-A-P-P-P-Y N-E-W Y-E-A-R!!! And, what a fantastic year it was... I wanted to honestly bring you the best of 2009 from FocusOnStyle- it's our 10th year online and our best yet. Selecting content to highlight became the dilemma of a mother choosing her favorite child. How could I possibly make exception? What about the others? It's more karmic damage than I'm willing to tinker with. Instead, I've culled some of the more timeless and sage pieces that will have you looking in check from now until the time you feel the mood to modify your look-- something you really need to renew, at most,

How many dressy pieces do you really need to own? Not many when they are the right classic ones. Let's help this reader discover what to wear to a New Year's eve house party with some timeless stylist advice from our fashion archives… As much as I love a good party, I always get flustered when it comes to what to wear for a New Year's party, especially if it is in someone's house and not a formal restaurant. I'm in my 30's, married and we don't go to clubs or fancy events that much anymore so I really don't want to invest in a sparkly outfit that won't get much other use. Don't get me wrong; I do have

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Winter Hats: Stay Warm Look Cool

Tips to transition your post-holiday dressy wardrobe into the front of your closet

Petite Jeans Tips to Look Taller- Video

Burberry Spring Summer 2010 Ad Campaign Behind the Scenes with Emma Watson

Fashion: Best of the Decade & Its Defining Style Moments

Beauty tips to look slimmer

Gettin’ Jotty Wit It…

New Year Resolutions for Wellness by Dr Frank Lipman

Focus on Style Through the Decade: See how we looked

Best of 2009, a Focus on Style Flashback

What to wear to a New Year’s Eve house party?

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