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On Trend: Lace

Although a timeless classic for special occasions, lace is one of the biggest trends this season. Before we delve into ways to wear lace and make it look modern, have you ever thought about what lace means to you? What does lace evoke, and where does it stand in your life? At first, those may seem like tricky questions especially if lace is not for you. But have you ever thought about the symbolism of lace and it's enduring significance throughout history. From fairy princesses to walking down the isle, from purity to regal elegance, from sweet to sexy, the complex symbolism of lace and it's history makes it one of the most substantial yet often over looked fabrications of modern time. Baby

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Lace Tights, Thank You Chanel!

Thank you Karl Lagerfeld for inspiring me to want to spice up my hosiery drawer with lace tights again! Lace stockings have been looking "off" for a few years. Add just a few sartorial twists and they look so right again. Mostly due to the styling at the Chanel Paris In Rome Show at Cinnecitta Studios where the models wore mules along with lace tights. "The mule... It's a typical Chanel shoe, open behind, but we had never done it. With a lace stocking, it's something which, in people's minds, is very Paris." Karl Lagerfeld Trying mules with tights can be a bit tricky, both in styling and in being slippery to wear with an open back shoe (these remind me of my Nicholas Kirkwood pair, so

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Do you want to see the history of lace making? Virtually visit the Lace Museum in Calais, France

How they make lace... from then to now with an inspiring road-trip uncovering the history of lace With wedding, prom and formal season about to commence, we bring you our very own Parisian ex-pat who set about to uncover the rich history of lace. From styles evocative of the Victorian era to the modern day romance of Kate Middleton's spectacular lace wedding dress, there's plenty to take inspiration from for the season ahead. >>MORE: Make lace modern along with these must-try trends Follow Richard as he travels to the city of Calais, long known to be the hub of the finest lace making center the world over, as he uncovers time-tested techniques and takes in thousands of varieties. >>Discover: What

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How To Update Your Wardrobe- Runway Trends Pre-Fall 2013 Fashion Cheat Sheet

Make What You've Got Current with Runway Trends Pre-Fall 2013 ... Runway trends can be as simple and wearably divine as the perfect pantsuit from Dior Couture above, or as over-the-top grand as the lace cape from Alexander McQueen, below. Either way, there is an essence that you can steal into your wardrobe. Be inspired. Great style is all about interpretation on how it best flatters you. We made it easy with some how-to's and  reason's why you should consider elements from these next season now fashion looks into your daily wardrobe.--S.H. Alexander McQueen, a bigger than life example of the lace trend for Pre-fall 2013 New York Fashion Week for Fall/Winter 2013 is just about to start, and as important as

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5 Trends to Trash or Switch to Update Your Look for 2013

Lose This, Redo That in 2013... Truth be told, I HATE telling anyone to ditch something trendy. Something that is such a quick fad should not be in a chic wardrobe to begin with. There IS a sophisticated difference from looking on trend and  being trendy... particularly, after 25ish. Trendy is a blip on the style meter that spoils faster than a gallon of milk and dates itself in one of those "what was I thinking" old photos. On trend is staying modern, looking fresh and never dated. >>RELATED: How to clean out your closet & the top 20 items to let go It is OK to add a few throwaway trendy pieces here and there just fun of it. But

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How to Be a Chic Parisianista Tip #2: Wear Nice Underwear

“I don’t always wear underwear. When I’m in the heat, especially, I can’t wear it. Like, if I’m wearing a flower dress, why do I have to wear underwear?” --Naomi Campbell, supermodel. The How To Be A Chic Parisianista Series | 7 Steps to French Chic Maybe not wearing underwear with flower dresses in the heat is an English thing, but the French seem to have the opposite approach: wear it come rain or shine, hot or cold – no questions asked. Definitely wear it appreciatively, discreetly (not on the outside displayed for everyone!), beautifully, and above all - confidently. After all, you never know when you’re going to flash a French dad at the school fair like La Mom

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Pretty Party Looks: Black Lace Cocktail Dresses

A very merry widow LBD… Pretty and chic black lace party dresses are a sexy and timeless investment for the holiday season. There’s a plethora of pretty party dresses out there and many are already on sale! [raw][/raw] Are you looking for something budget-friendly? Don’t miss our Under $100 Shopping Guide: Black and Chic Fashion Finds with plenty of little black dresses to choose from!  

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Hot Legs… Pantyhose makes a comeback!

Hosiery Alert: Pantyhose is back in fashion! Hot Legs- Pantyhose makes a comeback! The Pantyhose Portfolio…Expand your style sense with the hottest hosiery The right to bare legs has become one hot debate for the past number of years with three sides up the middle on when to wear pantyhose or not. There are those tanned and toned creatures of perfection who cannot wait for the chance to show off some hot looking legs. Then, the old school mamas who would rather kiss their soccer mom lipgloss away than go without pantyhose, and some rightly so! And then there are the rest of us who fall in the middle: You get fatigued working that fake tan and what about those

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