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Travel: Vietnam bound? Try the tailors of Hoi An

<h2The ultimate shopping guide for custom clothing in H?i An, VietnamAlix and Colin are almost midway through their trip around the world. Their global backpacking adventure to all points exotic took a very chic turn when they stopped off to sample the custom clothing and shoes from the tailors and cobblers in H?i An, a city located in the South Central Coast of Vietnam. According to Wikipedia, in 1999, the old town of Hoi An was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO as a well-preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port of the 15th to 19th centuries, with buildings that display a unique blend of local and foreign influences. Here, Alix and Colin share their Vietnam shopping diary

Hot Shoes, the anti stiletto

Same outfit + new shoes magic! Put the plain Jane pumps on ice, you have enough already!Hot shoes are "It" this season. Yes, you can still wear your basic stilettos, but just don't stock up on any more-- your outfit's centerpiece lies at your feet! Think of this as a bit of fashion pep talk. You all know we are shoe freaks here, and that's because one great pair of shoes can completely change the look of your outfit. You don't have to model skinny to pull off shoes. They don't hide under your desk at the office, like a bag. You flaunt your shoes with every step you take. >> Look at these glam platforms, super souped up

These shoes are so gorgeous, it's like shoe porn!!!! If you know me, you would understand what a shoe freak I am, so this post was pure delight! I worked in Delman, the fancy ladies shoe salon at Bergdorf Goodman in NY back in the early 80's where gorgeous shoes were part of design. If you don't know me, just ask Sharon and she can share some mutual shoe drool stories with you-- starting with the time that I found her the most incredible fuchsia, ankle wrap Charles Jourdan disco heels! On second thought, maybe you shouldn't ask... To make all you shoe fanatics jealous, I had the distinct pleasure of attending two major shoe events in the same day-

Makeup tips to wear the must-have lipstick shade <h2Go ahead and wear RED!Can I wear red lipstick? It's funny how many people ask me that question.The classic lip color is both dressy and an eyecatcher, depending on how you're going to wear it. There is nothing more beautiful than nice foundation, light blush, and very natural eyes with a hint of eyeliner and mascara to bring out your red lipstick. ??Never try and overdo it on your eyes and your lips at the same time. It's either one or the other.? There are all sorts of famous faces, both iconic and contemporary, that we identify with red lipstick such as Angelina Jolie, Katy Perry, Dita Von Tesse, Kate Bosworth, Taylor

Lady Gaga flaunts the best lace lingerie

Take her cue to get your sexy on Since we first watched Lady Gaga's romp in her 'Bad Romance' video yesterday, we have all been a gaga about some sexy lingerie. Now, we all agree that Lady Gaga is one of the most incredible contemporary performance artists. Through her music and her look, she has raised the public's awareness to video as an art form, once again. But do we want to look like her? Nah, not so much. Except this time. The 'Bad Romance' video is full of high fashion, sexy lingerie... the kind of undies that makes any girl feel that much more hot. Your mama and the French always say to wear nice underwear. Now, so is

Lady Gaga’s new video is out and she burns it up

And, she's looking quite peaches and cream... 'Bad Romance" must work for Lady Gaga as she burns it up in glam lingerie in her new video that drops today. Recipe for afternoon dance break: Turn the audio up. Get your Gaga on in the Bathhouse of Gaga... she's the only one who could dance in those Alexander McQueen python 'Armadillo' fetish shoes. Watch the Bad Romance video here.

Move over Michelle Obama, The First Lady of Japan was awarded ‘Jeans Ambassador’

... and, Zac Efron doesn't wash his jeans Miyuki Hatoyama, the First Lady of Japan, was awarded for her ' classy but revolutionary style' in jeans by the Japan Jeans Association. The honor was for "wearing jeans gracefully, with a bit of a revolutionary touch," according to AP reports. "I have long wished to win the prize, as I'm a big fan of jeans," Hatoyama was also reported to say. JustJaredJr reports that Zac Efron said he wore the same pair of G-Star raw denim jeans for 8-weeks straight. “They’re my favorite jeans. I wore them all throughout High School Musical 3. I even wore them hiking. You have to wear them everywhere to get them right,” Efron said. Octogenarian

Stylish Clogs, you will want them!

Thank Chanel for your clog dancing beats! Don't say we didn't warn you. We've been spotting clogs and clog boots with street style cred for a few seasons. We've been stocking up our Cool Clogs Shop, when whenever we see a wood-soled wonder that looks right. And now it's official- Chanel showed clogs on the spring 10 runway and they have morphed into a must-have trend for fashonistas and the comfort-seeking alike. Visit our Cool Clogs Shopping Guide ??But we did tell you... Clogs have got to be one of those styles that should be the dictionary picture of anti-cool, anti-fashion, bedraggled mommy, utilitarian nurse, cook, or server footwear of choice. But when the clog gets a bit of design

A Deeper Look at Alexandre de Betak: The Fellini of Fashion – Part 4

Fellini of Fashion - Part 4 of 4 Alexandre de Betak is the superstar behind the most elaborate fashion show extravaganzas that the international fashion world has ever seen. Take an insider's look into his creative genius with the Crane.tv's video series, The Fellini of Fashion. Some of de Betak's shows can take six to twelve months to produce for what becomes 10 to 12 minutes on the runway. Don't miss this this, you may never look at a fashion show the same way again! Watch: Alex de Betak - Fellini of Fashion Part 4 of 4 episode series Sit back and enjoy the FocusOnStyle weekend film screening of the 4-part series, there's a new episode coming up

A Deeper Look at Alexandre de Betak: The Fellini of Fashion – Part 3

Fellini of Fashion - Part 3 Alexandre de Betak is the superstar behind the most elaborate fashion show extravaganzas that the international fashion world has ever seen. Take an insider's look into his creative genius with the Crane.tv's video series, The Fellini of Fashion. Some of de Betak's shows can take six to twelve months to produce for what becomes 10 to 12 minutes on the runway. Don't miss this this, you may never look at a fashion show the same way again! Watch: Alex de Betak - Fellini of Fashion Part 3 Sit back and enjoy the FocusOnStyle weekend film screening of the 4-part series, there's a new episode coming up each day. >> See all four episodes

A Deeper Look at Alexandre de Betak: The Fellini of Fashion – Part 2

Fellini of Fashion - Part 2 Alexandre de Betak is the superstar behind the most elaborate fashion show extravaganzas that the international fashion world has ever seen. Take an insider's look into his creative genius with the Crane.tv's video series, The Fellini of Fashion. Some of de Betak's shows can take six to twelve months to produce for what becomes 10 to 12 minutes on the runway. Don't miss this this, you may never look at a fashion show the same way again! Watch: Alex de Betak - Fellini of Fashion Part 2 Sit back and enjoy the FocusOnStyle weekend film screening of the 4-part series, there's a new episode coming up each day. >> See all four episodes of

A Deeper Look at Alexandre de Betak: The Fellini of Fashion – Part 1

Fellini of Fashion - Part 1 Alexandre de Betak is the superstar behind the most elaborate fashion show extravaganzas that the international fashion world has ever seen. Take an insider's look into his creative genius with the Crane.tv's video series, The Fellini of Fashion. Some of de Betak's shows can take six to twelve months to produce for what becomes 10 to 12 minutes on the runway. Don't miss this this, you may never look at a fashion show the same way again! Watch: Alex de Betak - Fellini of Fashion Part 1 Sit back and enjoy the FocusOnStyle weekend film screening of the 4-part series, there's a new episode coming up each day. >> See all four episodes

In Their Words: M.A.C. Pro’s Caroline Donnelly opens up on beauty

Backstage Beauty Exclusive: Caroline Donnelly shares her insider makeup tips exclusively with Focus On Style Caroline Donnelly, M.A.C Pro Team Senior Artist talks to Kirsty Armstrong about the atmosphere working backstage during London Fashion Week, her desire to ‘make up' singer, Paloma Faith, and must-have makeup products to stock up on for Spring. Caroline Donnelly is a member of the M.A.C Pro Team and collaborates with designers to create makeup looks for fashion shows and magazines around the globe. She's worked with a range of celebrities including Erin O'Connor, Elizabeth Jagger and Kylie Minogue. Her work has been published in British Elle, The Observer and InStyle and she specialises in body painting and beauty makeup. But how do you make

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