We are fans of anything that encourages women to be stylish and empowered, so right away we were attracted to the concept behind Climbing Mountains in Stilettos, by Carol Brunelli and Ann Tinkham, a guidebook for getting your inner bad girl lead you to success.Continue reading "Climbing Mountains in Stilettos" - Book Review
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We weren't sure what to think when we first flipped through Natural Fashion, a gorgeously photographed chronicle of the nomadic people of Ethoiopia's Omo Valley. Page after page of young, naked, painted African models, wearing towering headdresses of leaves, vines and flowers. Who would dare to put together a project like this?Filed under: Clothing, Vintage and Retro
The style of the 1940s is instantly recognizable. In Forties Fashion, Jonathan Walford looks at the styles that emerged from the war years and beyond, with striking consistencies -- and differences -- in countries all around the world. 
Lucien Lelong is probably the most famous designer you've never heard of. He was a contemporary of Chanel, and Dior, Balmain and Givenchy apprenticed with him. Photographers like Horst, Beaton and Man Ray photographed his gowns. But Monsieur Lelong has remained in the background, until now. 
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Have you heard the expression, "A dress should be tight enough to show you're a woman and loose enough to prove you're a lady"? That was one of many memorable -- and true -- epigrams from Edith Head, the most famous and celebrated costume designer of all time. Continue reading Edith Head "The Dress Doctor" - Book Review
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Buying a gift for a baby shower is either totally fun, or a nightmare. For those of you who fall into the second category, step away from the political slogan onsies and expensive stuffed animals, we have the perfect solution for you: The Rookie Mom's Handbook.Continue reading Book review: your new favorite baby shower gift "The RookieMom's Handbook"
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The publishers of the new book, Forgotten Fashion: An Illustrated Faux History of Outrageous Trends and Their Untimely Demise by Kate Hahn, swear that it is a parody of the fashion world. Just for laughs! Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Books
You might be curious as to why the Sex and the City movie needs a book. It's as much about the fashions as it is about the plot, so what's there to read, right? Well, let us tell you -- a lot.Continue reading Sex and the City, The Movie: The book review
Threesome or topless?
More than 3/4 of you think the CK campaign 'Threesome' campaign was more risque than Wrangler's topless models. Get the full story here.
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Do these ads belong in the U.S.?
StyleList readers were nearly evenly divided on this, with 52% thinking that they should run in the States, and 48% finding them inappropriate. Get the full story here.
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Curly or Straight?
While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.
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Offensive or artistic?
Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.
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Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.
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Is Megan the new Angelina?
Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.
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Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.
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Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.
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Palin's Pedi
Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.
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Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.
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