Vera Wang Makes Hall of Fame ... in Figure Skating
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We all know Vera Wang as a top designer, but not everyone is aware that she was once a top figure skater. In fact, in 1968, she was named one of Sports Illustrated's Faces in the Crowd -- that same year she competed in the U.S. Figure Skating Championship. She only became a designer because she didn't make the Olympic team -- thank goodness there were better skaters, right?Continue reading Vera Wang Makes Hall of Fame ... in Figure Skating
You think you're the only one with an empty wallet? Think again. Designers Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan and Carmen Marc Valvo have all pulled out of 
Wedding bloggers, you've caught some major competition coming your way.
The 36th Annual FiFi Awards were held this week, and Vera Wang was honored 
Contrary to what the weather would lead us to believe, it's actually spring. And on that fine day, when the cold fronts that are brought on by these horrible thunderstorms finally cease, we'll be there -- to greet the warm sun in our favorite pair of over-priced sunglasses and possibly wearing a top or sun dress by 
Because the red carpet of the Academy Awards is still burning in my brain, all I can see is red and maternity, though last night they weren't together. However, if you happen to be pregnant at your next red carpet event (of which I know you have so many!), Vera Wang's Jersey Gown in scarlet puts both together. In a departure from the usual silk, satin and taffeta for evening wear, the dress is made of super soft, super comfortable stretch knit jersey, is ruched at the bust and at the empire waist, which makes the dress both perfectly comfortable if you don't want to "suck it in," or if you can't (because you've got a baby bump!)
Like any year, 2007 was full of memorable, and oh-so-forgettable, fashion moments. The casual fashionista probably noticed H&M, Target, and other mainstream retailers stopped carrying the annoyingly bold, 80s-inspired fashions that'd been a staple for far too long, opting instead for a re-invention of the 90s -- grunge, grime, and even retro-gaming were big in the second half of the year. 
According to a Women's Wear Daily report
