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Effortlessly Chic

Effortless:

*wavy, tousled hair that looks as if you rolled out of bed, flipped your hair back and went about your day

*layers, like v-neck shirts or tanks, that are flattering but relaxed

*shorts or jeans that hug your curves but don't look as though you are gasping for air from the tightness

*shoes that are chic and laid back and that don't leave you limping after an hour

The theme is effortlessly chic and the look is a natural, laid back look. Don't confuse this look with messy; rather this natural non-chalance embodies a relaxed, fun attitude.

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Leather Jackets

When asked what one of my favorite clothing items is, my answer has to be my leather jacket. Leather jackets lends a flair of toughness to any woman. The fusion between the femininity of a woman and the hard, 'bad-ass' look of a leather jacket makes for an appearance that is both irresistible and magnetic.

Perhaps it is simply my experience, but my leather jacket embodies an attitude that's not found in my high waisted skirts or summer dresses.

SAG Awards 2010 Best Dressed

Sitting here watching E! Fashion Police 2010, I couldn't resist blogging about my own take on some of the best and worst dresses to grace the red carpet this year.

I love the bold colored dresses that were shown at the SAG awards; it gives the go-to little black dress a rest as the LBD becomes the little BOLD dress.

Of those actresses to be considered best dressed, my vote goes to Christina Applegate who looked so feminine and whimsical in a Roberto Cavalli dress detailed with Swarovski crystals. The powder blue, Grecian looking dress complimented her silhouette effortlessly.

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Siriano's Spring

I love the use of various hues of blue, the oceanic prints, and the satin fabrics that show a revitalization of femininity for Spring, quite the contrast from the androgynous "boyfriend" look from the previous seasons. I have loved the boyfriend blazer and the incorporation of vests and these looks seem to be transcending the seasons and becoming a classic trend and wardrobe staple. I also enjoy how Siriano, and other designers such as Mizrahi, are keeping metallics and sequins on the runway.

Favorite Trends of 2009

Here are some of my favorite trends from 2009 that I absolutely plan to carry with me into the new decade.

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VESTS

BOYFRIEND BLAZERS

LIQUID BLACK LEGGINGS

SEQUINED TOPS

HIGH WAISTED SKIRTS

STRIPES

Fashion's Newest Sensation

Amongst the high profile crowd of fashion designers and editors, an unusually fashion forward 13-year-old girl was bound to have made couture show attendees do a double take.

Chicago's Tavi Gevinson took a fairy tale story to a whole new meaning when her blog, Style Rookie, took her from her small town home to the photo shoots of Rodarte, pages of Harper's Bazaar and seats at top fashion shows.

It is hard to pinpoint how the musings of a 13-year-old girl have attracted over 22,000 readers daily and rendered her both a sensational and controversial figure in the fashion world. Perhaps it is a mix of her impressive style, sharp wit and spot-on writing skills, but regardless of the reasoning, Tavi has managed to make fashion editors both smile and scoff.

This vivacious girl has taken blogging to a new level and has transcended the constraints of her age and gained considerable popularity. Her age and inexperience may ruffle the feathers of more established bloggers and fashion writers, but I believe that talent can arise from all places and people, in this case a small midwestern pre-teen girl. As is written in the URL of her "Style Rookie" blog, Tavi is absolutely the new girl in town and appears to be as fearless as her style outfit choices.

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To visit Tavi's Blog visit: http://tavi-thenewgirlintown.blogspot.com/

See Tavi Interviewing for Rodarte

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSZuZ0htBMo

Fashion's Adaptation

In our economically strained times the realm of fashion is presented with a daunting challenge: how to sway consumers to purchase high end items at such cringing prices as those for Christian Louboutin heels or Vera Wang dresses?

The answer? Well, if Mohammed won't come to the mountain, the mountain must come to Mohammed; and that is exactly what the top fashion designers are doing in order to bring luxury items to the price level consumers won't shy away from.

Jimmy Choo, whose shoes usually range anywhere from $300 to over $800, created a line of heels for H&M that are sold a price that can allow even teens to wear this much coveted designer. The Jimmy Choos flew off the H&M racks, and the launch of Rodarte's economical friendly line to Target followed the same trend. Understandably, the quality of these "high designer-low priced" items are nowhere near on par with their high cost counterparts, but for the brand hungry crowd who don't wish to break the bank, this is a good alternative.

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"...and then there was FASHION"

In the recent dreary weather that has been fluctuating between snow and rain, there was no better mental escape than last night's runway show, "...and then there was FASHION."

I had the opportunity to be part of the team that brought this visionary fashion event to life and, to say the least, it was a great experience. The show took fashion to a new level where personality was integrated with the models on the runway, and choreography upgraded the mere strut to a performance art piece.

The show featured the latest trends from various stores and boutiques in the area, and emphasized the styles that are being seen everywhere this season. Clothes on the runway took basic looks to unforgettable by throwing on a hint of glamorous sequins, a splash of rocker studs, or the attitude of leather.

The excitement surrounding the runway show was palpable, and to not only watch the show but have seen it grow from a mere idea was a great experience. Watch the clip from the show below.

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Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving Fashionistas and Fashionistos!

May you all have a fabulous holiday filled with love, appreciation and, of course, style ;)

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