Levi's Curve ID

In their new campaign, Levi's models (Sabina Karlsson, Marquita Pring, McKenzie, and Ashley Graham) are plus-size! This is so exciting! As one of the top jean brands, seeing models who truly represent real women is so refreshing - to say the least.

It's about damn time.

Kim is DASHing !

Kim Kardashian is definitely one that has superb style. After seeing her (IN PERSON) today at DASH, I was certainly reassured. Not only does her makeup look flawless, but her clothing choices are right on all the time. She loves the layered look, especially with blazers and jackets.

Keep it up, Kim! You da best. 


Here's the pic I managed to snap. She was wearing this amazing black and green dress! How does she wear something different aaand so fabulous on a daily basis!? Love:

T-Swizzle Fo Shizzle

Who wouldn't want to look like Taylor Swift? Every time she is seen in public, even in those paparazzi snap shots, she looks nearly perfect. Doll-like, if you will. And although she looks innocent, her songs will tell you otherwise: she is BA. Bad Ass that is. With songs on her new album [Speak Now] like "Better than Revenge," you would think that she dresses in leather coats and ripped jeans. But below you will see quite the opposite. We love her:

Taylor Swift is will be 21 on December 13th and this is sort of a homage to her for her birthday and with regards to her well-deserved success. We wish her the best in her career 

(and with Jake Gyllenhaal :-* eh eh?). Get SPEAK NOW if you haven't already!

Photos Courtesy of TaylorSwift.com and Google Images

Shorts Over Tights Looks so Damn RIGHT

 

No matter how it's done, wearing shorts over a pair of dark-colored stockings or tights looks oh so cute! Without a doubt, there are tons of options with this Fall '10 trend. Dress it up or dress it down; either way you are one step towards becoming the Hottest Fall 2010 Fashionista.

Photo Courtesy of Instyle.com .

Does SiZE Really Matter?

Okay. Some shocking news has come our way, but it does seem to make sense. Do you ever find yourself buying jeans at a particular store more often because you can fit into a lower size there? YAY I FEEL SKINNY is the thought that races across your mind as you smile in the mirror at yourself as you gaze at the smaller sized jeans you managed to slip perfectly into. No wonder...

So the question is: Now knowing this, will you still feel the same way when you fit into a "Size 4" when you are truly a "Size 8"? Probably. The mind is tricky like that. The reason that these companies do this is to attract us to buying their clothing; even if it means deceiving us into thinking that we are a smaller dress size than we actually are.

No matter what size you are or aren't, wearing clothes that compliment your curves and beautiful shape will increase your confidence! So who cares what the number is on the tag...what matters is how you feel in those jeans and the confidence that you display for all to see and love.

STOP IT! YOU'RE MAKING ME BLUSH!

To blush or not to blush? BLUSH! You can easily find the right pinkish colored blush according to your skin tone and apply right under cheek bones. Then add some illuminator right atop of your cheekies to create a natural-looking glow. WARNING: adding too much might defeat the purpose, so remember: less is more! Big brushes work best.

Emmy Rossum looks flawlessly natural with perfectly  highlighted  cheeks:

Photo Courtesy of InStyle.com

Greta Knows Best !

Today on Rachel Ray's Talk Show, Greta Monahan [an amazing fashion guru] came on to explain that those 5 particular items you probably have in your closet, should be immediately thrown away and replaced with . . . well . . . better choices.
 

Throw out: Scrunchies 
Replace with: Headbands

Throw out: White Pumps
Replace with: Nude Pumps

Throw out: Cut-off Shorts (Guys)
Replace with: Dockers

Throw out: Nude Pantyhose
Replace with: The Big Skinny Cream by Philosophy

Throw out: Pleated Pants
Replace with: Flat-front Khaki's

Click on this link to watch the video: Greta on Rachel Ray

Best Sale EVER.

So, it's that time of the year. FINALLY, we waiting all year for this Fall 2010 Sale at LF. Do yourself a favor and go. Be prepared to spend all of your money because it is difficult [to say the least] not to buy everything.

LOCATIONS:

106 S Robertson Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90048

310.271.2727

149 Spring Street

New York, NY 10012

212.966.5889

 

 229 8th Street

Miami Beach, FL 33139

305.672.4928

26 Church Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

617.492.7700

Featured: The View

Today on The View,  Zanna Roberts Rassi (Senior Fashion Editor for Marie Claire Magazine) came on the show to explain that you really only need SIX quality items for a week's worth of outfits. Is this actually possible!? Yes, it is! Here's the list via THEViEW.com:

#1: Stripe Rugby Top from Forever 21

$17.80; forever21.com

#2: Golden Tunic from Arden B.

$98; ardenb.com

#3: Sleeveless Trench from Ann Taylor Loft

$98; anntaylorloft.com

#4: Silk Print Blouse from H&M

$24.95; hm.com

#5: Black Pleated Full Skirt from Free People

$98; freepeople.com

#6: Classic Skinny Blue Jean from Urban Outfitters

$54; urbanoutfitters.com

Looks like it's time to go shopping ;) Have fun!

Don't be Afraid of the Braid

It is not CONTROVERSIAL whether or not the braid's origin was from LC in LB. 

Translation: Lauren Conrad in Laguna Beach.

Ever since the revolutionary reality show Laguna Beach, braids have been a craze. THANKS, LC! They have evolved into so many different looks just like the hawt ones below:

So, what are you waiting for? Go get your braid on!

There's Hope!

If you're feeling like you are in a serious fashion-rut, do not be discouraged. These Celeb Makeovers gives everyone hope that no matter how horrible you could possibly look, there is clearly a chance to look fabulous in the future.

KATiE PERRY

LAUREN CONRAD

CARRiE UNDERWOOD

Photos courtesy of Seventeen.com

Pearls: Not JUST for the Sophisticated . . .

From classy and sophisticated to edgy and rocker, pearls work.

Coming in various colors, sizes, and shapes, attached to longer chains, or beaded beautifully; pearls have become extremely versatile. We're impressed with following celebrities & their terrific pearl choices:

Check out the Chinos.

Chinos are so good looking when done right. They give off the 'not-trying-too-hard' look, which can be difficult to achieve. The following ladies have definitely achieved:

Reese Witherspoon

Jessica Alba

Keri Russell

Photos Courtesy of InStyle.com

Apparel Advertisements Without Apparel

All I want to do after looking at these advertisements is cuddle with a sexy six pack guy, play football with a sexy six pack guy and put eyeliner on. Is it just me or does anyone actually have the urge to shop after viewing?

Layer Anytime . . . Anywhere !

One of the best ways to show off many of your perfect pieces all at once is to layer them! Whether you're thinking clothes or tons of necklaces- do it up! Below I am [shamelessly] showing off an outfit I wore to a Cosmo Girl Fashion Show in Lower Manhattan over a year ago. Although I was not snapped in this during our current 'fashion minute,' layering is SO still in style!

These black boots are Steve Madden and are oh so comfortable. The dress is a vintage piece from one of the best shopping spots in town - LF (www.LFstores.com). And most importantly, the jacket was a lucky find in the Syracuse Carousel Mall about two years ago when this Michael Jackson style jacket first started to hit the racks. Like this - layering an innocently pretty lace dress with a bold jacket creates a perfectly balanced look. So what are you waiting for...layer-up!

In these two cases, Taylor Momsen and Miley Cyrus both layer-up with their leather jackets and long chains to emphasize their ROCKSTAR facades:

For more ideas on how to achieve these cool layered looks, visit www.glamour.com !

Photos Courtesy of Seventeen.com

Splurge Worthy Must Haves !

Here are 5 Fashionista Must Haves that are so flawlessly essential, we will gladly allow spending hundreds on them :

These two "Tess" purses by Lauren Merkin are adorably essential. One in every color please!

You can find them here in various colors at www.laurenmerkin.com for $325.00 a piece.

This sexy Diane von Furstenberg dress is to die for! It is on Sale for $318.00 (Originally over $400). Show off your curves & knowledge of fashion as you shop for it at any Bloomingdale's in-store or online at www.bloomingdales.com.

These Christian Loubouton patent-leather pumps are a steep but worthy $775.00 on www.net-a-porter.com. The red soles scream Loubouton which is fancy in itself, but what really sells us is the blue-ish metallic finish creating a distinctive statement for any true Fashionista.

At www.shopstyle.com, this Literature Noir white blazer is a not-so-radical $165.00 (on sale from $253.00). This piece can be dressed up, pairing it with a short black dress (or our very own Spurlge Worthy Item #2 by Ms. Diane von Furstenburg) and pumps, or dressed down with skinny jeans and flats. There are endless possibilities so the only option is to purchase! Simply necessary.

As another www.net-a-porter.com favorite, this Crumpet black cashmere cardigan is an essential. This classic piece costs $435.00, but will come in handy in the quickly approaching Autumn months. So, grab yourself a Chai Tea and curl up in this cozy, yet stylish sweater!

I want to look cool !

Have you ever seen someone wearing a certain something that you would've bought right then and there because it just looked so damn good? Well, he or she was most likely wearing one of Jac Vanek's fad-tastic creations. Ms. Vanek has recently made a name for herself, mostly through her well-known and very cool badass bold rubber bracelets.

You can purchase her bracelets, shirts and miscellaneously unique items at JacVanek.com

This "BADASS" bracelet is only $10.00 so let's get a dozen!

Also, you can follow this young & hip designer on Twitter : twitter.com/jacvanek

Red Carpet Perfection

The girls, and guy [YUM], of the new hit series Pretty Little Liars are undeniably easy to look at, to say the least. But what we want to know is how these gorgeous people found their jaw-dropping rocker-chic outfits for the 2010 Teen Choice Awards. Come on, girls - give us the 411! They took home the surfboard for Best Summer TV Show, but could have easily won for Best Dressed!

              Ashley Benson         Ian Harding       Lucy Hale        Shay Mitchell           Troian Bellisario

Photo Courtesy of JustJared.com