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Younger Than Springtime! It Cosmetics Vitality Anti-Aging Color Collection Sets You On the Right Path

It Cosmetics Vitality 5-Piece Anti-Aging Color Collection

At a certain age too much makeup, or the wrong texture of makeup, can make otherwise bright skin look like a day spent lounging at the embalming lab. Look pasty no more with It Cosmetics (that stands for Innovative Technology) latest bundle of the Vitality 5-Piece Anti-Aging Color Collection. >> MORE: Beauty Tips Developed with plastic surgeons and infused with all sorts of cutting edge goodness to keep you looking vital just like the name says, the anti-aging color collection includes my new favorite Vitality Lip Flush 4-in-1 Lipstick Stain, a nifty Vitality Anti-Aging Brightening Face Disc with Blush Stain & Drops of Light Luminizer CD-looking compact, Bye Bye Under Eye Anti-Aging Conceler/Foundation, and two fantastic brushes to make it all

What we want this Wednesday is a fun, updated take on the classic shopper tote, like this fun alternative from Acne From Acne comes one covetable tote that's unique, on-trend, and somehow timeless! Ultra-deluxe totes have made quite a comeback from the likes of Celine and Stella McCartney. Especially when taking in to mind that while practical, tote bags also boast a generous dose of ease on the wear, can expand to hold an assortment of must-haves and almost certainly never go out of style. >>MORE: Acne And the timing for a new alternative bag couldn't come at a better time as the idea of heritage minded bags and totes seems to never fade from fashion's conscious as of late.

Mara Hoffman's Resort 2013 Swimwear Collection tinged with the designers knack at balancing earthy, ethnic vibes with a realistic sense of ease on the wear with jewelry from Pamela Love and custom boots from Frye to punctuate each looks boho flavor Mercedes Benz Miami Swim 2013, Mara Hoffman, Raleigh Hotel July 21, 2012 In their words: Designer Mara Hoffman constantly finds inspiration from nature, mythology, and fantasy when creating her Ready-to-Wear and Swimwear collections, as well as many of the rich indigenous folk art histories found around the world. Part dream sequence and part anthropology, Hoffman’s voice is at once playful, adventurous, and daring. >>DISCOVER: How to find the right Cover-Up For her upcoming Resort 2013 Swimwear collection, think “Desert

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, has made wearing pantyhose mainstream, and even chic!

Can I wear stockings in beginning of September or is there a time of year when I can wear nude stockings? My legs are horrific... I am 58 and have a lot of marks and spider veins. I had a housecleaning business for 18 years, so my knees are discolored. What is the best shade of hosiery to wear? Is it nude or should the hose color to match dress--- with closed shoes, of course? (via Fashion Advice) >>MORE: Stylist Advice and Pantyhose Trends may come and go but what looks best on the wearer is ALWAYS the most important, regardless of the season. While nude pantyhose has been off the charts for a while, Kate Middleton's penchant for properness put nude hose back in

Timeless Style with classic black and white options hasn't looked so fresh in a while thanks to an abundance of printed options taking their toll on even the most trend-less types... Sure, we ourselves got in on the big print story that has been making its way throughout the fashion universe but first look at Alexander McQueen's forever-chic Resort 2013 outing had us aching for a new direction. One that goes back to the classic combo of black and white for they are tried-and-true but also, color restricted pieces can work as one sure-fire foundation to play just about anything up against. Take a look at actress Cate Blanchett at a premiere for 'Uncle Vanya' above, who chose a Givenchy number

What we want this Wednesday (and for the past season for that matter) is a pair of updated takes on the classic slipper shoe, like these feminine takes from Miu Miu From Miu Miu comes one covetable pair of on-trend, timeless and ultra-deluxe flats that bring new life to the thought of donning old-school looking slipper shoes. Especially when taking in to mind that while formal, slipper shoes also boast a generous does of ease on the wear as they are quite literally as comfortable as a pair of house shoes -talk about unrealistic! >>MORE: Miu Miu And the timing for a new alternative flat couldn't come at a better time as the idea of well-designed flats and loafers has

So far the Fall 2012 ad campaigns have yet to disappoint! From McQ by Alexander McQueen to more from Miu Miu, we've begun to set our minds on the season ahead Another batch of Fall 2012 ads comes your way to ignite lust and inspiration well ahead of the new season. And by the looks of it, there's plenty of substantial style notes to take in. >>DISCOVER: Fall 2012 Campaigns Featuring Aymeline Valade and Arthur Gosse photographed by David Sims, McQ's fall ads boast a stark, clean background to highlight the collections military and sport references and slick leather options. We love the men's bomber, imagined in black polished leather for a thoroughly modern look alongside the women's contrasting sleeveless

Giorgio Armani for Batman continues with the upcoming third and final installment of the blockbuster 'The Dark Knight' trilogy From Maison Armani: 'In his latest film collaboration, Giorgio Armani again brings his signature style to the character of Bruce Wayne in director Christopher Nolan’s much-anticipated finale of the Dark Knight trilogy, “The Dark Knight Rises” in theaters July 20th. For the production, Giorgio Armani worked in partnership with acclaimed costume designer Lindy Hemming, who won an Academy Award for her costume designs for “Topsy-Turvy.” Mr. Armani previously created designs for Bruce Wayne in 2008’s blockbuster “The Dark Knight.” >>Discover: Armani Mania at FocusOnStyle As Batman’s alter ego Bruce Wayne, the film’s star Christian Bale wears Giorgio Armani Made to Measure suiting.

Hermes and Hiroshi Sugimoto's new line of limited edition scarves -Couleurs de l’Ombre, are destined to become collectors items you'll never want to stop wearing... Leave it to Hermes to tap artist Hiroshi Sugimoto to create one of the art & fashion worlds most covetable accessories to come this season with a range of scarves. >> DON'T MISS: Scarves Shopping Guide Featuring ombre prints in an assortment of vivid hues, they make for an easy to wear scarve that you'll be able to add lush shots of color with well into fall. >>FoS VIDEO: How to wear a scarf Simple yet decadent, they're just about precious enough to want to hang on a wall to observe... Declaring “I believe that art

French Actress Marion Cotillard, star of The Dark Night Rises lands on Vogue covers July 24th with a sneak preview from one of our favorite magazines Captured by legendary lensman Peter Lindberg for the magazine's 'Annual Age Issue,' the actress evokes a sense of self with a sultry French allure that's won her legions of fans stateside. >>MORE: Celebrity Style Inside you'll find an up-close, intimate portrait of Cotillard including thoughts on her first year of motherhood alongside exclusive highlights on her starring role in the upcoming Batman flick. Like Marion's elegant Haute Parisian style? Consult our Guide's for Can-Do French Chic The one that's sure elevate the starlet's status amongst Hollywood's leading ladies... >>MORE: Marion Cotillard Red-Carpet Highlights on

Yoox Summer Sale Time: Because who doesn't like a good deal on high-end fashion that we've all been craving straight from the runways? Do you love a bargain, we sure do! That's why we were floored when we saw all of the great designer deals at online retailer Yoox.com that have been substantially marked down to upwards of 70% off. Forget about sample sales and ilk when the going on Yoox is oh so good at the moment. Some top designer bargains in our super fab deal finds below.... Happy bargain hunting! Above, Isabel Marant's coveted rugby dress is now only $160 Here's some more deals to covet: A timeless Mugler Wallet Who doesn't love a designer wallet, and on

From Rochas Resort 2013, find inspiration to tackle the print trend in an elegant manner... Rochas has quietly come back on the scene over the past few season's with attention grabbing clothes that wittily reference vintage styles with a subversive twist. And with that heavy handed nod to the past comes one promising collection after another chalk full of easy to wear yet surprisingly cool goods with the modern girl in mind. By hitting glamorous favorites of the past, the growing number of die-hard Rochas fans is certain to continue to gain momentum while offering them options that will never go out of style. Take a cue from the outing's 60'e era simplicity for Resort 2013 and take the ongoing

From Alexander McQueen Resort 2013, find a crisp pant alternative with a tailored flare... With Sarah Burton at the helm of Alexander McQueen we've seen feminine touches make McQueen signatures flourish with a much-needed softness. Ultra-romantic dresses constructed at a couture level have quite quickly become her most generous feature, and with that she surprised everyone with a Resort range chalk full of ultra-refined, elegantly tailored suiting options. Take a cue from the outing's sharp suiting when looking for an alternative to the pleated trouser/skinny leg divide and consider Burton's natty tailored flared trouser as both timeless and manageably elegant while taking little to no effort. >>MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS A look at extracting the trends from next season for now has

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Younger Than Springtime! It Cosmetics Vitality Anti-Aging Color Collection Sets You On the Right Path

The Perfect Tote – Want It Wednesday

Mara Hoffman Resort 2013 Swimwear Collection

Stylist Advice: When Can I Wear Nude Stockings?

Timeless Style – Black And White Fashion Never Goes Out of Style

Classic Slipper Shoes – Want It Wednesday

Fall 2012 Ad Campaigns – McQ by Alexander McQueen and more Miu Miu

Giorgio Armani for Batman – The Dark Knight Rises

Don’t miss out on limited edition scarves! Hermes Hiroshi Sugimoto- Couleurs de l’Ombre Covetable Scarves

Marion Cotillard – Vogue Cover Star From The Dark Knight Rises

Yoox Summer Sale: The Best In Design On The Cheap

Rochas Wear It Now – Matching Prints – Resort 2013 Highlights

Alexander McQueen Wear It Now – Flared Pants – Resort 2013 Highlights

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