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Robert Verdi, the fab style guy with sunnies on top of his head, launches a sunglass collection on HSN

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If there ever was kismet for a launch, it's Robert Verdi and his own line of sunnies. The always funny and bright lifestyle guy is barely ever seen without a pair of sunglasses on top of his head. MORE: Sunglasses Starting tonight and tomorrow, you can get your own pair of Robert Verdi Sunglasses on HSN... all for under $40! Who needs hair when you can wear Robert Verdi Sunglasses? Sharon with Robert wearing a pair of sunglasses that he selected for her Details: On February 22 and 23, celebrity stylist and television personality, Robert Verdi, is launching an exclusive collection of sunglasses with multi-channel retailer, HSN. Famous for his celebrity clientele including A-listers like Eva Longoria, Bethenny Frankel, Kathy Griffin,

As we're focusing on the close of London Fashion Week, we can't help but take a look at what the royals and pols are wearing, specifically yesterday. There's no doubt that Kate Middleton can make almost anything work with her gorgeous smile and slim figure. But even pretty clothes-horses can look dowdy. Case in point: The brown princess-cut coat dress with the fuddy-duddy print that even a Princess like the Duchess of Cambridge can't pull off. Yes, Catherine looks like an old lady. There, I've said it, the pretty youthful Princess looks decades older than her years and rather stodgy to boot. While Samantha Cameron, wife of the Prime Minister, hosted a reception to celebrate London Fashion Week at 10 Downing Street for members

Loafers are not for the sheer hose set any more! But then again, sheer hose has made a recent come back thanks to Kate Middleton. >>DON'T MISS: Shoe Shopping Guides The loafer, from high-heeled to flat, is fast becoming a wardrobe must-have as they hit upon a more refined look while being completely comfortable. And it's hard not to become infatuated with this pair of Prada Classic Leopard Loafers. Although pricey at $795, they make for a shoe that we bet you would get years of wear from. Vaneli Jabez Camel Jag Hair Calf Loafer at Zappos So, how about a more budget-friendly doppleganger? The Vaneli Jabez Camel Jag Hair Calf Loafer at Zappos is (probably) just as cute, right on trend and

As we learned of Whitney Houston's passing last weekend we like many of you out there felt an overwhelming shock and genuine sympathy for the fallen star for her voice was like no other. And although we got to see her through her turbulent years and were faced with an explicit reminder of the devastation drugs can take on one's life, we will miss her fiery demeanor and explosive performances. Brad Boles looks back at their time together. -N.H. The unexpected that comes along in life can work in funny ways sometimes. Just a week ago I received a call from Whitney Houston asking to meet as she wanted me to work on an interior design project. She was upbeat and looking to the

The BCBG runway and some home inspiration by way of the Ampersand Color Block Duvet set.

Use fashion show inspiration to style your home! New York Fashion Week just ended but don't be surprised if what you saw on the Fall 2012 / Winter 2013 fashion runways ends up as inspiration in your home style. READ: Color Chic, How To Add Color To Your Home Or consider looking at the future fashion trends to think about how YOU can get the look in your home right now. The BCBG runway and some home inspiration by way of the Ampersand Color Block Duvet set. Colorblock Adds PunchBCBG Max Azria's color block rollover from their spring collection will definitely make its way into the more trend minded home decor options such as table top accessories, China, vases, linens, and even wall paint

We can't quite get white jeans out of our minds since watching Emanuelle Alt, the editor of VOGUE Paris jump around and do the best karaoke cover of WHAM's Wake Me Up Before You Go Go in a promo video for the magazine earlier this week. We've coveted Alt's rocker-esque update of French chic since day one and, in this video, what shows the most is her joie de vivre that makes anything she wears instantly cool. Thus reinstating the fashion truism that you can wear (almost) anything as long as you are confident and have fun with it. White jeans can be a tricky affair to pull off, but Brad Boles has been sizing up body types and shares his thoughts, with

I'll Have What She's Having: Clean, timeless figure-flattering lines One-shoulder dresses are not so easy to wear and after having a huge fashion "moment" a few seasons back, can look dated if not styled correctly. But when worn, right, a one-shoulder dress is a total WOW. Thandie Newton made a chic red carpet statement in an elegant, minimal one-shouldered column dress from Osman that made for a perfect starting point for her classically chic hair and accessories. Try this T by Alexander Wang One Shoulder Dress for your off the red carpet moments. At Shopbop. For starters, her maxi dress' print and detail free composition works as an uber-chic foundation while highlighting her svelte figure as her sleek gold belt

While Cate Blanchett made a stunning recent appearance in the black version of the sculptural white Givenchy dress Rooney Mara wore last week in Tokyo for the premiere of The Girl With A Dragon Tattoo, Mara made a case for alternative red carpet dressing in winter white and looked all the more memorable for it. Consider white as a fresh alternative to party dressing and the ubiquitous L-B-D as it is certain to make you stand out from the crowd in a discreetly chic manner when planning your next night out on the town. For Mara, the color choice also highlighted the piece's decadent peplum waste, frothy ruffles and the actress's flawless milky complexion. >>Make Peplums Work for You: Peplum

I'll Have What She's Having : Sophisticated & pretty pastel shades oozing with daytime elegance. Pastels can be tricky to pull off if you want to look more refined rather than youthful. Even with the best intentions, a grown-up woman can instantly look like a cast off from the sherbet scooper. Last week First Lady Michelle Obama made a case for daytime elegance in an easy to pull-off, well styled look that exudes a certain finesse at pairing subtly distinct separates. SHOP: Accessories Guides MORE: Michelle Obama B-Low The Belt Alpha Belt stretch snake coil belt with simple styling to update any outfit. At Shopbop While it vaguely brings to mind mid-90's Gianni Versace with its powdery hues, classic silhouette and references to haute bourgeois

I see Paris. I see France. I see Madonna's Gladiator's underpants. And they're Calvins! Think you'll look as hot? We cannot lie. There is no point to this post. Well, other than a completely gratuitous & exclusive look into Madonna's Super Bowl Half Time dressing room and her hunky gladiators. MORE: Madonna's Half Time in Givenchy & performance video Madonna herself sent these behind the scene dressing room images of her dancers including Adrien, Brahim, Lilou and Maxime to the Material Girl brand, so let's ogle. GLADIATORS IN THEIR CALVINS Tony's helmet Costumes Costumes for dancers Adrien, Brahim, Lilou and Maxime. organized And don't forget Madonna herself Photos: Material Girl Collection

Move over prepsters, wannabe blue bloods, and the yachting set! Sperry Top-Siders are having a F-A-S-H-I-O-N moment. The Milly for Sperry Top-Sider footwear collab launches today and Milly Creative Director, Michelle Smith introduces 13 styles that include ones with her signature prints and fantastic sense of color. We're particularly mad for the idea of a signature Top-Sider upper styled atop espadrille platform heels. Very cute indeed. Milly Authentic Original 2-Eye by Sperry Top-Sider at Piperlime MORE: Shoe Shopping Guides You can find the Milly for Sperry Top-Sider line at Piperlime now. We're predicting that Michelle Obama will be caught wearing a pair soon enough, as they have her preppy chic style written all over them! Don't you think? Check out all the Sperry Top-Sider

I'll Have What She's Having: A burst of stylish color in my wardrobe because THIS yellow is far from mellow! Last week actress Kirsten Dunst worked one of the season's most vibrant trends while donning head-to-toe monochromatic color in Stella McCartney separates and looked all the more put together for it. While making her stand out from the crowd in a dinner ready suit, Dunst's outfit also elongates her look while giving off a polished sense of maturity that should serve as a guide as to how girls in their early 30's should consider dressing. MORE: Color Stories What made it work and saved it from making her look like a marigold column were effortless styling tricks and a restrained

I'm never a fan of gimmicks, but some novelties do make me giggle. In an effort to pass on a quick smirk, I've decided that from time-to-time I will share my own version of Anderson Cooper's Ridiculist or David Letterman's Stupid Pet Tricks starting with... A camel toe barrier, called The Cuchini! Ok, for those of you who wear pants that are too short in the rise (morning after Chinese food bloat could be a temporary culprit), there's now a device to "smooth the ridges of a woman’s mons pubis area providing a smooth and camouflaged appearance," hence, ending hideous camel toe and a possible trip to the gyno for some yeasty infection. I wonder if one should wear it

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