Celebs are known to chop and change their looks fairly often, and Rihanna is no exception. Since last year, the pop singer has debuted so many different hair styles, it’s been hard to keep up. What’s next, a shaved head? Starting off with wavy and voluminous long hair that gave […]
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Spring Key Pieces: Jewels from Diane Yang
There is something about the sun in springtime that makes me crave brightly coloured clothing and accessories. Crystal Rainbow Choker.
Read MoreComfy Shoes: Love Your Footsies
If you live in a city, it is inevitable that you walk around a lot. In Manhattan, which is home to some of the most intensely fashion-oriented women I’ve ever seen (just wander around at 9 am on a Sunday on the Upper East Side to see women perfectly coiffed […]
Read MoreProject Runway Season 4: Finale, Part 1
I totally thought that last night’s episode of Project Runway would be the finale and that the season would be a wrap. Of course, the producers decided to milk it, so we won’t get to see the runway shows and the crowning of the winner until next week (should have […]
Read MoreWe’ve got legs, and we know how to use them!
Once thought to be a seasonal trend, the repeated appearance of collections for AW08 proves that they are here to stay. Online shop diamond-patterned tights.
Read MoreAccessories: Hair Wars
I don’t know about most of you, but my hair is completely unmanageable. I don’t mean that I can’t get it to hold a curl or it is too limp or anything like that- rather, my hair has a mind and will of its own. If you think this sounds […]
Read MoreSpring Key Pieces: ISSA Kimono Mini Dress
Whenever Spring is almost in the air, we get drawn into shopping for light, breezy dresses that are easy to throw on and effortless to wear from day-to-night (maybe with a simple switch from flip flops to sandals). Now that it’s abundantly clear that bold prints and colours are must-haves […]
Read MoreBeauty: Hair Wars
I don’t know about most of you, but my hair is completely unmanageable. I don’t mean that I can’t get it to hold a curl or it is too limp or anything like that- rather, my hair has a mind and will of its own. If you think this sounds […]
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Read MoreDior AW08: Off with Galliano’s head?
Fashion. Some love to hate it, we love to love it. Last season Autumn/Winter 08 has been condemned by the critics. In one collection he’s swiftly fallen from grace. But you know what? In what’s been a bland fashion season, at least he’s given us something to talk about. {democracy:16}
Read MoreGrab Your Diary: Temperley London Sample Sale!
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Read MoreShopping: Stella McCartney Baggy jodhpur style pants
[Jodh•purs: Wide-hipped riding pants of heavy cloth, fitting tightly from knee to ankle]. Jodphurs, I must admit are a bit of a mystery to me. They look so good on others but on me…not so much. Thankfully, with the trend in full swing, designers are creating styles that are more […]
Read MoreOscars 2008: Best and Worst Dressed
With the exception of
Read MoreOscars 2008: The Looks That Stole the Show!
Black and red appeared to be the popular colour of choice last night at the Oscars, which made for a lack lustre red carpet. But rather than focus on what the majority were wearing, let’s throw the spotlight on the outfits that, for better or worse, did make an impact. […]
Read MoreShopping: The New Look of Old Navy
Mascara: Imju Fiberwig
A few weeks ago, I went to dinner with my girlfriends and as usual, our convo turned into a lively discussion about the latest beauty products we’ve been using. As we covered falsies vs. eyelash extensions vs. the latest mascaras, we started talking about Imju’s Fiberwig, the number-one selling mascara […]
Read MoreBeauty: Imju Fiberwig Mascara
A few weeks ago, I went to dinner with my girlfriends and as usual, our convo turned into a lively discussion about the latest beauty products we’ve been using. As we covered falsies vs. eyelash extensions vs. the latest mascaras, we started talking about
Read MoreSteep vs. Cheap: Snakeskin Sandals
With exotic animal prints and skins being all the rage this Spring, it might just be time to invest in a new pair of strappy snakeskin sandals. Definitely not a look that everyone can (or would want to) pull off, but for those of you who like to walk on […]
Read MoreArticles: Fashion Secrets in Unexpected Places
When it comes to fashion and beauty, there are several magazines that many of us ladies turn to: Vogue, InStyle, Allure, etc etc … but when we’re all reading the same thing, the tips and tricks we glean from those pages suddenly become a bit less exciting. But never fear! […]
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What’s the most you’ve ever spent on a single fashion item?
Fabsugar asks, “Whats the most you’ve ever spent on a single fashion item?”
Read MoreFeatures: Cute & Comfy
Most of the time, fashion is all about dressing up. There are times though when high heels, pencil skirts and pantyhose are beyond unappealing, but you still want to look cute. Unfortunately, there isn’t much we can do about office dress codes, but for weekend wear just look below to […]
Read MoreLFW AW08: Romance Vs The Dark Side
It could possibly have been the fact that Valentines day occured during
Read MoreLips: Too Faced Mood Swing
Remember those kitschy mood rings or hyper-color t-shirts that we used to love in grade school? I used to think it was so cool that something would change colors based on my mood…I guess some things never change. When I was at Sephora this weekend, I came across a bright […]
Read MoreBeauty: Too Faced Mood Swing
Remember those kitschy mood rings or hyper-color t-shirts that we used to love in grade school? I used to think it was so cool that something would change colors based on my mood…I guess some things never change. When I was at Sephora this weekend, I came across a bright […]
Read MoreReader tips: Where do you shop for cute undies?
I’d like to pose a question to all of our wonderful readers out there; is it just me, or does it seem that the overall size of a garment is inversely proportional to the price? Let’s take undergarments, for example. I’ve found this lovely burgundy and navy patterned tunic on
Read MoreArticles: Personal Treasures
Buddhists say that we shouldn’t be too attached to our material possessions, and to a certain extent I agree. However, there are certain dresses, pieces of jewelry or other accessories that we don’t merely love; there is a memory associated with them that comes back each time we look at […]
Read MoreLFW AW08 Favourite Shows: Aganovich & Deryck Walker
The most common question asked while waiting for shows to start has got to be, “So…which has been your favourite show so far?” Now that all the chaos is over and I’ve had a chance to reflect on the week that was Jaeger London, Armand Basi.
Read MoreShopping: Jovovich-Hawk for Target!
I’m really excited for the new Target as part of their GO International Designers program! The LA-based models turned designers have quickly become a trendy cult favorite for young celebs everywhere. Now taking the lead from other big designers who successfully went mainstream, Jovovich-Hawk will be introducing their signature pieces […]
Read MoreVictoria’s Secret sexes up the Oscars
With the Oscar’s confirmed we’re almost certain the red carpet will be hot, hot, hot! Celebrities are certain to take fashion risks in a bid to make the headlines and goody bag gifts are likely to be more extravagant than ever. According to our sources nominees in the running for […]
Read MoreGo Red for Women: Take Action Now!
Knowledge is power! Take action now against heart disease – the No. 1 killer of American women – by visiting Go Red for Women. Go Red for Women movement (
Read MoreDressing Up (or Down!) for Any Occasion
Getting dressed for a night out is always something of a conundrum (for me, anyway). Where am I going? Is it raining out? How far do we have to walk? Am I going to an Irish pub or something a little more swanky? These are all things that I attempt […]
Read MoreDress Lust: M by MJ Clover Print Dress
So I was doing some research for something completely different and found this
Read MoreShopping: Locher’s
One of my favourite things about fashion would be the contrasts (and I am NOT referring to hipster irony, which is frankly annoying and deserving of an entire other post!); pair a pretty, flirty white summer dress like this one from Juicy Couture with a pair of beat-up Chuck Taylors […]
Read MoreFragrances: It’s all in the scent!
So, I’m making a foray into new territory here—perfume! I don’t know about all of you ladies, but I’m never fully dressed until I have spritzed myself with scent. However, it’s tricky to describe perfumes as they change with everyone’s body chemistry and no one has yet figured out how […]
Read MoreLunchtime Buy: ABS Ombre Dress
With ombre (think refined tie-dye) all over the runways from Baby Phat to Louis Vuitton, this color bleeding technique is sure to be a big trend this Spring. With gradient party frocks. accessories (bags, shoes, and hats) and even make-up palettes already hitting the shelves and the pages of our […]
Read MoreBeauty: It’s all in the scent!
So, I’m making a foray into new territory here—perfume! I don’t know about all of you ladies, but I’m never fully dressed until I have spritzed myself with scent. However, it’s tricky to describe perfumes as they change with everyone’s body chemistry and no one has yet figured out how […]
Read MoreFeatures: Bag Wishlist!
Lately, I’ve been into bags. Normally I see pretty handbags and swoon over how lovely they are, but never really think of buying them for myself (if only because they’re like, ridiculously expensive). I am a big fan of Herve Chapelier bags. They are my default carry-on tote whenever I […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Ashish
The show began with the Ashish we’ve come to know and love – sequins and colour! This wasn’t a collection for the career woman that works long hours, instead it was made for the lady “taking time out….from a life which didnt deliver the glamour she’d once anticipated”. I didn’t […]
Read MoreProject Runway Season 4: Episode 11
I can’t believe how quickly this season of Project Runway has gone by. With this week’s episode, the final contestants were chosen to make their debut at Bryant Park for Fashion Week. The challenge was to find a piece of art from the MET and to create an original garment […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Suzy Menkes talks to Christopher Kane
It seems as though Christopher Kane can do no wrong, his AW08 collection has received rave reviews from some of the harshest critics…see here and here. Check out
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Rodnik
As the lights dimmed in a smoky East End venue, the Rodnik boys picked up their instruments and began to play. Girls decked out in flirtatious party dresses of shiny black, hot pink and quirky prints rocked out like groupies, capturing the mischievous energy that designers Rich and Paul generated […]
Read MoreBeauty: Tips from a regular girls makeup bag
Sure, celebrities are always touting the contents of their makeup bags and their beauty must-haves. This is all well and good, but when it comes down to it, we’d all look flawless if we had a legion of beauticians applying our makeup every morning. Here in the Big Apple, most […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Armand Basi
After a couple of days of running from show to show and spotting similarities in each collection, you tend to think you have a fair idea of what to expect from the rest of the week however the collection at Armand Basi today totally threw me off. While many other […]
Read MoreShopping: Catherine Malandrino Camisole Dress
So it’s pretty clear that jewel tones and day glo colors are hot right now. From the runways to the red carpets, we’ve been blinded by the seriously intense hues radiating off of celebs and models alike (hello,
Read MoreTips from a regular girls makeup bag
Sure, celebrities are always touting the contents of their makeup bags and their beauty must-haves. This is all well and good, but when it comes down to it, we’d all look flawless if we had a legion of beauticians applying our makeup every morning. Here in the Big Apple, most […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Emma Cook
After being away from LFW for two seasons in a row, Emma Cook made a comeback that was much anticipated. Champagne and canapes were served prior to the show courtesy of Topshop and everyone was feeling bubbly and excited to see what Emma had cooked up (no pun intended). Just […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Eley Kishimoto
If it wasn’t for the outerwear and the use of heavier fabrics one would have thought the AW08 collection from Eley Kishimoto was for Spring/Summer. It was colourful delight! The collection was titled “Bonnie Bunny” and was intended to “twist the quintessential class of British country living into a showy […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Felder Felder
Remember how we raved about
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week AW08: Ashley Isham
Presenting his AW08 collection at the Royal Opera House, Ashley Isham upped the glam factor and urged us ladies to channel our inner sex kitten next season. The collections palette ranged from cobalt blue, and bright orange to purple and caramel. Snakeskin waistcoats complimented long evening dresses with plunging necklines. […]
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