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White Clothing Care Tips- You Don’t Have To Marry the Drycleaner (if you don’t want too)

White denim and leather jacket at Shopbop

White Day at FocusOnStyle continues! The white clothing trend is certainly gorgeous with the likes of earlier posts about Acne and Comme des Garcons all seeing the white of day this spring. But if you are like me, you'll be questioning how much wear you will really get out of the big ticket items when keeping white clean and pristine can be an issue. We've talked about how to remove yucky yellow deodorant stains- if only I could spritz on that guy in front of me at the gym. White Brite laundry whitener And as far as keeping white jeans-- like the JBrand jacket from Shopbop pictured above-- T-Shirts and tighty-whities not looking dingy, I prefer a dash of White Brite in the

Slides, mules, clogs-that oh so familiar clank-clank sound of backless shoes, have once again come around the fashion merry-go-round and are on every must-have 'IT' list for spring. Are you ready? No, its NOT the slippery slides that the khaki-clad capri pant crowd refuse to give up. These mules stand tall, strong and have an architectural point of view. Sure, tracing the backless shoe since their sensual beginings as the footwear of choice for pin-up girls and the like does sound rather enticing minus the modern-day connotations they tend to bring to mind. >>More: Spring 2012 Advice & Tips From Floridian retirees to country clog kickin' folk to escorts, madame's and the ilk, what we've recently come to think of as an instant 'no thank you' option seems rather

Everyone likes a little DIY creativity in their life... Creating something uniquely hand-painted with the added benefit of helping children in need is the best win-win all around. Add the chronic mommy issue of trying to come up with a special idea for the next children's birthday party and I've got the perfect party solution -kids helping kids. >> RELATED: Shoe Shopping Guides To celebrate the TOMS Summer 2012 Collection, I was invited to the brand's Style Your Sole party. I got to thinking that this was a fantastic idea for a Kids for Kids children's party as for every pair purchased, TOMS will give a pair of shoes to a child in need. One for One, and your little ones can get

Sometimes you want a pair of on-ear headphones that don't look like you're ready to join the wannabe DJ set. Nothing wrong with the super-sized headphone look but at a certain age you look kinda ridiculous working out with a set of motherships attached to your head, not to mention some blinged out logo. If you're looking for something with a stylish yet sophisticated flair, Ear Wangs by Fanny Wang Headphones Co. in the "freshly squeezed" Duo Color 1000 Series may just be it. Ear Wangs by Fanny Wang Headphone Co. at Amazon.com RELATED: Music Posts Besides a sleek look that's clean and chic, and lightweight, Fanny Wang’s custom-paired titanium-plate drivers are "tuned to deliver natural, thumping bass with crystal clear mids

In our books Christopher Kane continues to excel with collections so mind-bogglingly cool and forward thinking without being too complex and if you've paid any attention to the fashion street scene photogs, he's now gotten a hold on creating exhilarating must-have bags. >>More: Christopher Kane Fashion Did you see his gel filled, neon hued clear plastic envelope clutches from last season? Good luck finding one of those collectibles now! >> SHOP: BEST BAGS Spring 2012's runway outing had us coveting his organza tee covered in plastic floral decals but his 3-d floral pouchette clutch really got our attention. CHECK OUT: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS While it's quirk factor is unquestionably playful and reminiscent of 70's children's stickers, it could make for one of the coolest bags we've seen

Workout clothing and activewear could easily be considered the hardest sartorial voids to be filled in one's wardrobe but thanks to Adidas and Stella McCartney's fruitful and highly successful five-year long plus collaboration, looking great while breaking a sweat has never looked so easy. SHOP: Adidas by Stella McCartney Spring 2012 online And besides boasting technologically advanced fabrications and carefully considered design details to help you brave the elements, McCartney continues to defy the norms of practically minded sportswear with options far from basic. Spring 2012 see's the designer expanding her vision with bold punctuations of color, abstract prints and plays on proportion for a range that should have you excited to hit the gym in new gear. Adidas by Stella

Don't say we didn't warn you, you've had the head's up on one of the few cheap chic collaborations that we are really excited about. Come March 8, Marni for H&M will launch. The line's spot on knack for complicated prints without looking gimmicky has always been a favorite. Just look how gorgeous Elisa Sednaoui looks in a pair of Marni pants at the cheap chic collaborations celebrity party in Los Angeles. MORE: Marni You can get that edge too, and on a budget. And, you have our permission to mix it with your designer pieces or wear it on its own- it's just that cute. Marni for H&M The Marni for H&M Lookbook:[nggallery id81] MORE: Online Shopping Guides Not in

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

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

Kenneth Jay Lane Coral Link Necklace at Shopbop

Shopping Guide: Jewelry Add an instant dose of high-shine glamor to any look with these covetable gems curated with you in mind. From jewelry of all types and provenances for just about any occasion, here's a savvy assortment of jewelry focused on the trends of the season that are all easily available online. More on jewelry trends

Shopping Guide to Deals, Saving & Sales Shopping Guide to Savings Online sample sales, private flash sales, and simply good deals Deals, bargains, sample sale are all magic to our ears. But did anyone say,"online sample sales" around here? Wowza! You know we love a good deal around here. We have shared plenty of discount designer style tips for life secret's to look great on the cheap, shopping on the cheap tips, shopping secrets to bargain your way to style, and even what to wear to sample sales tips that you don't even have to worry about communal dressing rooms or finding a tucked away spot to try-on when you are shop online sample sales. We've culled some favorite web sites

ESSIE BREAST CANCER AWARENESS NAIL POLISH at Zappos

Shopping Guide: Breast Cancer Awareness Shop for a cause while supporting an important issue with these playful finds in deliriously giddy pink hues for you to consider.

Shopping Guide: Cool Clogs Holy clog, the classic Swedish clog has been fashionably updated! What's a better way to kick back after a night in sexy stilettos than with a pair of super comfortable clogs? Yes, Matilda, the country classic comfort clog is back and revved up as a trendy fashion shoe with plenty of designer clog and high heel mule styles for you to choose from.

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White Clothing Care Tips- You Don’t Have To Marry the Drycleaner (if you don’t want too)

Baby Got Back(less)- Mules are Back! How to Wear Them

TOMS Style Your Sole shoes for a perfect kid for kid party

Listen Up! Ear Wangs by Fanny Wang Headphones for sound with grown-up style appeal

Want it Wednesday- Christopher Kane’s Hit Floral Clutch

Adidas by Stella McCartney Spring 2012- Work Out Clothing at Its Coolest!

Cheap Chic Alert- Marni for H&M is almost here and we have the photos!

Adventures in Extremes: Loafers, is it Prada at a fraction of the price?

It’s not Uncle Bif’s shoe anymore. Top-Siders are chic and Milly for Sperry Top-Sider leads the pack

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