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From Catwalk to Cover Look

What says Spring/Summer 2010?  According to Project Runway and Marie Claire, it’s a blue, one shoulder dress.  Earlier this Spring the designers of Project Runway were challenged to create the look Heidi Klum would wear on the April cover of Marie Claire.  The winner was Anthony’s light blue one shoulder dress.  The Project Runway Season [...]

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Let’s Get Physical

Our Picks For Best Activewear

There seem to be two types of people when it comes to working out: those who like to sweat, and those who like to be seen. Women who fall into the latter group very well may show up to the gym with a full face of makeup and a blowout. The others? A ponytail and [...]

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Q&A with Camille Bergher

Creative Director of Pure Energy

As Creative Director for Pure Energy, Camille Bergher’s aim is make women look fabulous. Camille recently partnered with Target to create a plus-sized Pure Energy line available in January and to fill a niche in the market for more fashion-forward styles for sizes often overlooked.

Camille Bergher’s latest Pure Energy [...]

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Holiday Dresses

For Every Body Shape and Occasion

With cocktail parties, holiday fetes, and an endless stream of seasonal mingling upon us, it’s only natural to keep reaching for a dress that does it all. But when the LBD (little black dress) just won’t do, opt for something more festive to celebrate the season.
With different body types in mind, we looked for [...]

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Q&A with Alia Ahmed-Yahia

Fashion Director of LOFT

As Fashion Director for LOFT, Alia Ahmed-Yahia works directly with the LOFT design team to interpret runway trends and develop the styles that wind up on women like us. In short, she’s a fashion translator. Based in New York City, Alia believes that fashion is for everyone, just in different interpretations. Her work is proof [...]

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Fall Outerwear

Choice Coats

For some of us, the shorter days and longer nights mean just one thing: the need to bundle up. Fortunately, the outwear options for this season run the gamut from ladylike coats to trenches to puffer jackets and full-length coats. And while we’re all in favor of staying warm in a down puffer, spending the [...]

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Mad for Plaid

Plaid Fall Fashion

Tartan plaid is one versatile print. It can look preppy, punk, classic, cowgirl and grunge depending on how it’s paired, the color pattern and, of course, who’s wearing it. Celebs like Gwen Stefani are known for their penchant for plaid and it’s no wonder. It’s evergreen and virtually trans-seasonal.
The trick to not looking too slouchy, [...]

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Q&A with Tina Lutz, Lutz & Patmos

Interview with Knitwear Designer

Tina Lutz is one half of design duo, Lutz & Patmos, who along with design partner Marcia Patmos, has taken their knitwear collection to great heights including collaborations with Japanese retail giant Uniqlo, an upcoming effort with Desmond Tutu, CFDA membership and their Teflon-coated cashmere featured in Time magazine. A graduate of Esmod in Paris, [...]

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Think Pink

Shop for a Cause

This October marks the 25th year of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of prevention and support those living with this disease. And nothing feels better than shopping for a cure.
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and since shopping is such a fun and easy way to show our support, [...]

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Totally 80s

80s Inspired Fall Fashion

If there was ever proof of us living in a material world, it was no more apparent than on the Fall 09 runways. Designers looked back to the 80s with gleeful nostalgia and reinterpreted the all-or-nothing styles with a contemporary slant.
Everything from leggings to shoulder pads are back, and while there were no right way [...]

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Scarlet Fever

Red Clothing for Fall

In China, the color red represents good luck and prosperity, and with that message of hope in mind, many designers chose this vibrant shade to highlight their Fall 2009 collections.
Handbags, shoes, coats and dresses and tops were painted in hues of tomato, fire engine and crimson in both saturated and subtle ways. Fortunately, this bold [...]

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Underneath It All

Best Undergarments for Fall

Forget jewelry and makeup — the right underpinnings are what makes an outfit either work or go horribly astray. These often-invisible foundations are crucial year-round, and this Fall, we’re seeing even more ways to keep your silhouette looking sleek.
The 80’s are back with the return of shoulder pads and below the waist, it seems that [...]

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Block Party

Chic Color Block Dresses by Bodyline

Anyone looking for a pop of color — especially those who tend to shy away from prints — color block dresses are the key to easy elegance with a touch of fun.
While some color block dresses evoke the Mod look from the 60s, the picks below are perfectly chic for any mood, occasion, and color [...]

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One Hit Wonders

Asymmetrical Tops

Baring a single shoulder has been popular since the Grecian goddesses exposed theirs centuries ago. Fast-forward to Fall and the asymmetrical trend is still going strong.
With clean lines and feminine silhouettes, these tops can be worn from summer right into autumn— and can even be paired with the right cardigan or jacket into winter.
The trick [...]

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A Smart Investment

Summer To Fall Outerwear

Rainy days, cool nights, and warm weekends are making this one unpredictable season, weather-wise. So it’s not too soon to invest in an outerwear piece to move from summer to autumn with ease and complete almost any outfit. This Fall, trenches are everywhere, as well as tuxedo styles and short sleeved outerwear. Here are some of our favorite pieces.

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Super Summer Denim

Denim Styles

Denim is a great year-round fabric that easily transitions from season to season. In the warmer months, put aside the heavier pieces and opt for lighter version of this casual wardrobe staple. Here are some of our favorite chambray and denim styles for straight and curvy figures that are great for summer.

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Bright Summer Dresses

Bright Styles for Every Body Type

From fiery orange to mermaid turquoise, color is everywhere this summer. Here are some chic and bright styles for every body type.

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Fashion Angel

Interview with designer from The Fashion Show

Fashionistas are tuning into Bravo’s new hit reality series, The Fashion Show. Here, contestant Angel Chang reveals the secret behind her captivating designs.

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Summer Beach Cover-Ups

For Different Body Types

You don’t need the perfect beach body to don a swimsuit, but no matter the body type, a cover-up is a must.

From long legs to short, wide hips to narrow, here are our choices for the best for beach season.

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Great Bras for Summer

When the weather warms up, it’s only natural to gravitate towards sundresses and cute summer tops. But the trick to easy summer dressing is the right bra. Read more to see our picks for key undergarments for all shapes and styles along with the perfect t-shirt bra and a minimizer for larger busts.

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Norma Kamali

Interview with fashion designer

From the woman who invented the sleeping bag coat and has been dressing fashion jet-setters since the 70’s comes a collection of casual and work wear for the masses. Norma Kamali for Wal-Mart is a smart mix of easy, timeless and recession-proof wardrobe staples—all priced under $20. Here, she fills us in on the new line for Wal-Mart.

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Trail Blazer

Blazers by Body Type

The versatility of the blazer cannot be argued. A great topper can be worn with jeans to add polish during the day, tossed over a cocktail dress for evening, and paired with tailored skirts and pants for work.

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The Transformers

Convertible Clothes

Cost-conscious? Eco-friendly? A fan of choice? If you’ve answered yes to any of the aforementioned, you’ll love the items we’ve discovered below. From a garment that can be refashioned into several looks, shoes with heels that twist off, to a carryall that shrinks in size, all are multipurpose. Who wants to settle when you can have more of a good thing?

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Jean Pool

See what jeans are good for your body type

What began as a sturdy cotton work pant in the late 1800s, the blue jean is now a wardrobe staple. Far past it’s humble beginnings, denim serves not only as daywear but eveningwear. A staple in every woman’s wardrobe, the quest for that ideal denim pair is one that women embark upon season after season.

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Spring Checklist

10 Spring Must Haves

It’s easy to understand fast food’s appeal—sometimes you need it simple, fast and quick. It’s the same with fashion. Sure, it would be nice to scroll through every designer runway show on style.com but who has time for such luxury? We at always in style understand the need for speed. Here’s our list of the top ten spring trends you’ll want to incorporate into your wardrobe. Consider it our version of the drive through.

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