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Celeb Trend: Orange Crush

This season celebs have been crushing on tangerine orange dresses, and I think I’ve caught the love bug myself! What better hue to welcome in the warmer months than juicy orange?? For the Vanity Fair Oscar party, Elizabeth Banks wore a floating, floral Alexander McQueen number. I think she could have gone without the tortoiseshell … Continue reading “Celeb Trend: Orange Crush”

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Saint Laurent Black and Gold Asymmetric Belt: Black Belt

I love the sheer drama of this patent black Saint Laurent belt. It belongs on a Greek goddess. Honestly, if the asymmetric hardware weren’t attached to the leather, it could be a serious weapon! There are innumerable ways to wear it, but since this is such a strong statement, I like the idea of pairing … Continue reading “Saint Laurent Black and Gold Asymmetric Belt: Black Belt”

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Matthew Williamson Metal Waist Belt: Silver Lining

Belts are often forgotten accessories. So why not wear one that no one can forget? Matthew Williamson’s metal belt (on Net-a-Porter for $825) is a sexy standout piece that’s sure to make you the silver belle of the ball. It’s pricey for a piece of metal, but you’re paying for the name. Since it’s more … Continue reading “Matthew Williamson Metal Waist Belt: Silver Lining”

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Modern Evening Glamour for the Male: Shaken not Stale

Modern glamour. Words that don’t often seem to mix as well as, say, the components of a dirty gin martini. However, it works, and lately we’re seeing the evolution of menswear from a simple tuxedo constituting the attire for a glamour-laden event to a mix and match approach sans-bow tie. Yeah, we’ve gotten to the … Continue reading “Modern Evening Glamour for the Male: Shaken not Stale”

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Sass & Bide The Star Turn Metallic Neoprene Mini Skirt: Dance in the Dark

Who cares about staying in the “comfort zone?” But more importantly, who cares what people think or say? Short tight skirt in metallic silver neoprene, hell yeah!! This fun Sass & Bide mini skirt (on Net-a-Porter for $345) has so many ways to go – a great metallic party dress, but also with an athletic design … Continue reading “Sass & Bide The Star Turn Metallic Neoprene Mini Skirt: Dance in the Dark”

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Etro Lace-Up Leather Waist Belt: Cinch and Sin

If this belt doesn’t show up in the Fifty Shades movie, the costume designer is slacking majorly. A big, thick blazer is probably not the best way to showcase a garter-inspired waist-cincher, but hooked on the right dress, this is hot with an X-rating. The dangling straps seem random until you see the full effect … Continue reading “Etro Lace-Up Leather Waist Belt: Cinch and Sin”

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