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Stylist Advice: Age Appropriate Shorts And What Leggings To Wear To A Wedding

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For our first round at Talk Thursday full of expert stylist's advice, our new weekly installment of style & lifestyle questions from YOU for us to contemplate, comes TWO questions that everyone could learn a thing or two from From Lisa- 'I like the shorts with platform heel look. I am not talking short shorts but at least a 5" inseam. What I am wondering is what age is too "old" to be wearing this? I am not looking for a cougar look. I do like this look, it looks good on me but when am I not age appropriate?' (via fashion advice) We agree, shorts paired with platform heels can be quite a killer look as they can highlight assets, offer a

What do we think YOU will want this Wednesday? After seasons of print mania comes Club Monaco's perfect graphic silk tee at a price that's budget conscious... For well-made, well-priced staples that last season in, season out to on-trend must-haves that aren't easily recognizable, we've long been fans of Club Monaco. For starters, their quality really is unbeatable for the price. The design, no matter what it is, always looks considered. >>MORE: Find out how to make prints WORK for you And long before fast fashion, the Canadian bred retailer was one of the first to bring a certain sense of restrained yet stylish goods to the masses. Take their new Harper silk tee, pictured above, (about $120), its both unique

Anna Piaggi, 81, passed away at her home in Milan. It is indeed the end of an era for authentic eccentric style combined with an unerring eye to what is fashion. In a time of dime a dozen posers trying to set forth their fashion freak for a bit of media attention, Ms. Piaggi was-- and will remain-- an original. Her "work" was as creative consultant to Vogue Italia since 1988 but it is her individuality that is legend. If you are going to make a BIG statement, make it your own and at that, Ms. Piaggi was brilliant beyond compare. R.I.P Anna Piaggi, the joy you brought to fashion will be missed. >> FOR A FULL 360, READ: Is Fast Fashion

With wedding season and summer events still ahead, take a style note from Jessica Biel's gorgeous nude number at a photo call for 'Total Recall' We've all been there, how does one go formal when special events are held outside far away from black-tie halls come summertime? How does one even go formal when they'll be facing the outdoors in general? >>MORE: Celebrity Style When considering such obstacles we suggest you look no other than Jessica Biel's head-to-toe nude number that while a far cry from the comforts of black garb, is still precisely formal while looking easy on the wear. >>STYLIST'S ADVICE: When can you wear nude hoisery? From weddings to graduations to birthdays, you name it -this is

After starring in an eye-opening and utterly infectious study on film of his life and work followed by a series of smartly curated museum exhibitions comes the latest celebration of Valentino at the Somerset House From hand painted haute couture dresses created late in his career to Julia Robert's graphic vintage Valentino dress she infamously wore to the Oscar's, expect to see a bevy of the dressmakers finest creations on hand for a truly inspirational experience. >>DISCOVER: Valentino Fall 2012 Along with other handmade creations worn by illustrious patrons including Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren and Gwyneth Paltrow, 130 dresses make for a bulk of the curated lot spanning the designer's 50 year-long career. >>FASHION HISTORY: Prada & Schiaperelli

Star style favorite Kate Beckinsale made a bold look seem easy to manage with an undone hairstyle that you'll be able to pull of with expert advice straight from the pro's who helped her In Giorgio Armani Privé at the premiere of her latest film Total Recall, actress Kate Beckinsale made the correct and inspiring choice to play down her dress' opulent motif with simple hair that made her look all the more modern. >>DISCOVER MORE TIPS: Our Beauty Section Celebrity hairstylist Mara Roszak, who created Beckinsale’s look took a cue from her statement making dress and created a texturized look Roszak describes as “edgy and undone, with an effortless feel.” >>LEARN FROM THE PRO'S: Olympian Hair Care Advice Get Kate’s

When it comes to denim, you can go any way you want, from dressed up to comfy and fuss-free, just take a look at Diane Kruger and Kate Middleton who both worked denim to their advantage from the oh-so trendy to the discreetly classic... The other day Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, wore a classic pair of dark skinny jeans at the Cross Country Equestrian competition at the 2012 London Olympic Games and looked polished and quite glamorous to boot. What made it work besides a great fit on a toned bod was her pairing of a natty fitted blazer and a forever-chic white button-down -which you can never go wrong with. >>MORE: Kate Middleton Style And across the pond actress

I'll Have What She's Having: Bellecore bodybuffer, an anti-cellulite product that is so good, it becomes addictive! Supermodel Nancy Donahue, a refined blonde in the way that makes the straightest of men drop to their knees is the genius behind Bellecore body buffers. Nancy and I have known each other for years as we share a mutual friend, Vincent Gagliostro, art director of FocusOnStyle. The thing is that when it comes to reducing cellulite, someone as lithesome as Nancy could be the last person who I would think would need to concern herself with orange peel skin. I was wrong. Nancy's discovery in the anti-cellulite wars is the Bellecore bodybuffer, a magical little gizmo that takes 5 minutes in the morning and 5

Sometimes less is not more when it comes to a price tag. As I'm sitting outside on what is a very warm day, all I can see is a sea of fashionista fiascos: Ill-fitting maxi dresses that can passoff as nightgowns, garish prints, short shorts and rompers on girls both too old and too out of shape to publicly prance around with their rears hanging out, jersey body-con dresses clinging in a way that even the Shore-ettes would think was cheesy, pastel sheers that look like a shower curtain from Great Aunt Tilly's trailer, and the de rigueur touch of polyester neon (sorry, you shouldn't wear fabric that looks like it would smell!).Eeeecccch. Yet, I'm sure that every fashionista fiasco squealed,

With fashion cycling through the classics comes one of our favorite returns, the varsity inspired trend we've seen from some of our go-to labels Take Raf Simon's Pre-Fall collection for Jil Sander as your starting point with its wide range of ultra-deluxe classics peppered with the labels initials. Placed on structured basics with a retro elegance, the theme loses its ironic tendencies for a look that's fresh. The winning trick here was that these pieces have an ageless sophistication to them while the preppy notes lend each look a graphic twist. >>MORE RUNWAY COVERAGE: Pre-Fall 2012 Highlights How could something so novel work on just about anyone of any age? Jil Sander Pre-Fall 2012 For starters, each piece boasts a

Looking for that perfect summer dress, one that's figure flattering, stylish and easy on the wear? In the midst of a blazing hot summer we've taken a moment to help you find the right dress for basically any season. After all, a dress is not only one of the easiest things you can wear, it also works as a comfortable foundational base come fall and winter. With these tips in mind, you'll be on your way to building a wardrobe chock full of sensational figure flattering dresses that will have you looking your best. >>MORE: Expert Style Advice Dress Styles to be on the look out for: Printed: While an all-over print will have you keeping up with today's print

Olympic Beauty Secrets with Expert Hair & Skin advice from Mariya Koroleva and Mary Killman of the US Synchronized Swimming Team: And with the London games in full effect, the Olympic duo are here to share some invaluable tips to keep your hair & skin looking their best just as you're combatting sporty summer events. And trust them, after all, they've spent many a day battling the sometimes harsh effects of competitive swimming and know what it takes to keep you looking your best. >>MORE: Expert Beauty Advice For Hair: · After a day of swimming, be sure to condition your hair with a leave-in treatment. Mariya and Mary love Infusium 23’s Repair & Renew Spray, which helps to alleviate breakage

Invitation for the Rock Paper Photo "The Decade That Rocked" photo exhibition by rock 'n roll photographer Mark "WEISSGUY" Weiss, curated by Phil Collen of Def Leppard.

The Decade That Rocked. Do you ever wonder what it's like to be behind the scenes photographing some of rock 'n roll's greatest legends? I know that I certainly find it fascinating. Bon Jovi. Twisted Sister. Def Leppard. Ozzy Osbourne. Christina Aguilera. Sebastion Bach. Gwen Stefani. Gene Simmons. Bret Michaels. Joan Jett. And even One Direction. A who's who in music, that's who. My friend since my early stylist days, Mark "WEISSGUY" Weiss, the ICONIC rock 'roll photographer that has been photographing his friends who just happen to be some of the biggest names in metal, rock, and pop since he was a determined teenager. >>MORE: Music Posts I had my son, a determined filmmaker, shoot this interview when Mark was

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Stylist Advice: Age Appropriate Shorts And What Leggings To Wear To A Wedding

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R.I.P. Anna Piaggi, the end of a fashion era

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“Valentino: Master of Couture” – A New Exhibition

Get the Do – Kate Beckinsale’s Easy To Manage Hairstyle

Jeans – Classic Vs. Trendy on Kate Middleton and Diane Kruger

Beauty & Brains: Supermodel Discovery To Reduce Cellulite With BelleCore Bodybuffers

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Trend Tuesday – Varsity Blues Inspired by Jil Sander Pre-Fall

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Olympic Beauty Secrets from the USA Synchronized Swimming Team

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