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PVC Accessories: I Can See Clearly Now

…that transparent PVC should have a much bigger space in our closets. Think about it – clear matching everything. I don’t know why we don’t see more of it! I guess the challenge in fashion is to make sure it doesn’t look cheap, but these pieces are more than up for that test. Whether you … Continue reading “PVC Accessories: I Can See Clearly Now”

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Top 5 Pointy Shoes: Pointer Sisters

Manolo never left them behind, but pointy shoes are making a big comeback. They’re a staple now really, with rounded toes starting to look out of place and outdated even. One of my favorite things about pointed toes is that their edgy, modern aesthetic allows for a shorter heel without looking overly sensible. The sharp … Continue reading “Top 5 Pointy Shoes: Pointer Sisters”

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Men’s Bags of Fall 2013: Part 2

In Paris, the men’s shows for Fall/Winter 2013 continued, leading to another round of fine bags for men, that I’m looking forward to gracing the city streets. The French houses (and an American) managed to create covetable accessories that were neither too outlandish nor feminine. So the question I have to ask is who’s your … Continue reading “Men’s Bags of Fall 2013: Part 2”

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Best Lace Dresses: Lace Up

Lace lives a double life – the fabric is fragile and feminine but also undeniably racy. It’s a classy way (most of the time) to show a little skin. You can sex it up with leather or tone it down with pastels. And when you’re wearing lace, you don’t have to worry about accessories as … Continue reading “Best Lace Dresses: Lace Up”

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Best Evening Flats: Head Over Heels

Don’t be caught on a long night (and I mean looooooong night) on Florence’s cobblestone-paved streets in Lanvin stilettos. No matter how fab, I started to hate my shoes when I felt imprisoned and hobbled by them. Around 2 a.m. (and my night started at 7), we ended up at a club where I had … Continue reading “Best Evening Flats: Head Over Heels”

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Kourtney Kardashian Out and About in Valentino Ruffled Over the Knee Boots

Kourtney went to see Monsters Inc 3D over the holiday with her adorable son Mason in some equally adorable Valentino ruffled boots. Well, maybe not equally because Mason is abnormally cute, but nonetheless, these boots are fantastic. The ruffles add a touch of femininity to these otherwise edgy-rough and tumble boots, making them a shade … Continue reading “Kourtney Kardashian Out and About in Valentino Ruffled Over the Knee Boots”

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