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

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

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

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

Shopping Tip: The Silk Blouse Your Essential Go-To Foundation. Layer up in cool, polished style, NOW. Forgo the 2000's fascination with casual t-shirt dressing. This season designers of all kinds have been offering a savvy assortment of fitted silk blouses to help keep you looking polished throughout the day while retaining that must-have sense of comfort and ease. DON'T KNOW WHAT TO GET? Try one of our Shopping Guides for handy, dandy style online. Dress it up, tuck it in, wear it out, layer it up or wear alone, the Equipment Signature Blouse is back & a perfect wardrobe essential in tons of colors. As they can easily go from day-into-night and work as an excellent foundation layer under blazers and

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

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Ditch those stuffy images of 1980's French Chic helmet hair tucked in place with a bulky headband. Forget Mary Richards and her rigid flip. Say toodleloo to the overdone fascinator. There is something refreshingly modern atop the chicest heads on the red carpet, like Charlize Theron and Michelle Williams (pictured above) at the Golden Globes, when looking to polish up something as everyday as a casual Sunday sweater. France Luxe Comfort Headband at Nordstrom's The headband is back. Holding every stray hair in place and still having the tactile appeal of allowing you to run your fingers through your hair, this updated version of what was once one of the most popular hair accessories, captures an easy undoneness that makes it so alluring. READ: Gad Cohen's hair tips on how to

Wow, wow, wow. As we often suggest products from both Zappos and 6PM, we feel it important to share the security breach news. It's reported that 24+ million customer accounts are affected by the security hack on Zappos. Read the Zappos security release here for tips on what to do and what not to worry about and how to change your password. The release states, "THE DATABASE THAT STORES OUR CUSTOMERS' CRITICAL CREDIT CARD AND OTHER PAYMENT DATA WAS NOT AFFECTED OR ACCESSED." 6PM hacked Also hacked was sister site 6PM; its security release is here. Please follow the suggestions for changing your password.

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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?

Style advice to wear white jeans (in any size) inspired by Emanuelle Alt- beauty tips too!

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

Want an essential piece to work your wardrobe around? Try a silk blouse!

Online Sample Sales, Coupon Codes & Deals

Breast Cancer Awareness

The Return of the Headband- From Red Carpet to Lazy Day, It’s an Instant Do!

Zappos Hacked and 6PM Hacked Too!

Female Entrepreneurs: Helping You & Your Business Get Out There!