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Edith Head "The Dress Doctor" - Book Review

Filed under: Celebrities with Style, Books

the dress doctor by edith headHave 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.

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Princess Stephanie to guest edit French Vogue

Filed under: Style in the News

Because we didn't grow up in Europe interning for Chanel and crashing the chicest Parisian parties, we imagine if someone, say, French Vogue editor-in-chief Carine Rotfeld asked us to guest edit an issue of her magazine we would jump up and down, send a mass text message to all of our friends, and hit up an ex-boyfriend with some type of "how do you like me now" statement. Suffice it to say, we would be extremely happy.

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Bruce Oldfield insults Victoria Beckham and Cate Blanchett

Filed under: Celebrities with Style


British fashion designer, Bruce Oldfield, has a criticism of today's A-listers. He thinks they've killed off elegance. There's that and the fact that oversized purses make him "want to vomit."

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How to rock a scarf this spring

Filed under: Accessories

As Tiffany has already pointed out, scarves are hot for spring. They've been all over the runway lately, so I thought that you lovely Styledash readers might want to know just how exactly you should rock this trendy look.


Some of the most popular scarves with celebrities are from YaYa Infinite,Sir Alistair Rai and Tolani Missoni but if you don't have the cash to lay down for a designer scarf, I've put a few cheaper options in the gallery for you!

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How to be a Retro Princess

Filed under: Vintage and Retro, Celebrities with Style

The hottest style this season is Retro Princess. Clean, tucked in, nice lines, classy, and pretty. Think Grace Kelly (right), as well as Audrey Hepburn and Kate Moss in their effortless chic.

Being a Retro Princess does not mean ball gowns and sparkly eyeshadow. Real princesses are businesswomen. They wear neat skirts, pants and professional blouses with demure and exquisite accessories as they meet with dignitaries and discuss how much money to give to the orphanages. They can also rock an evening in an old-Hollywood dress so well that people build statuettes. The look celebrates each day for its own importance; whether it be "date with a handsome suitor" or "finally a day I can relax at the coffee shop in jeans." Every ensemble is purposeful, luxurious, and secretly a little playful.

Best of all, Retro Princess is a look than can be emulated for cheap. Here are some basic rules:

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Grace Kelly: Style Icon

Filed under: Accessories, Celebrities with Style

The Birkin might be Hermès most famous bag, but it's the Kelly that has the most famous namesake. Named after the American film star turned Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, Hermès' Kelly bag ranges in price from $5000 to up to $50,000.

But the Hermès bag isn't the only accessory named after Grace Kelly. The classic head-cover of a silk scarf crossed under the chin and knotted at the side or nape of the neck is universally known as the "Grace Kelly." Used by stars when they want to be ignored by the paparazzi, Sharon Stone, Madonna, and Annette Bening have all been known to sport "The Grace Kelly."

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    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.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    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.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    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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