Fall Fashion 2009
Budget Fashion’s More Than Basics
What: Lately, everyone’s been talking basics. Basics, basics, basics...basically (forgive us) meaning clothes you can wear for all kinds of occasions and weather, that can be easily transformed through mixing and matching and accessorizing. However, we might have missed the boat. Apparently, shoppers “are not playing it safe” but are actually getting bolder with their style decisions. Except this time around (amid the recession), they’re just looking for more jaw-dropping pieces. By working with their current wardrobe and seeking out dramatic clothes that also offer up a lot of value, ...
Read MoreAnna Sui for Target Apparel Collection
What: Finally! The Anna Sui for Target collection is here. The much-talked-about line - (infamously) inspired by the CW’s “Gossip Girl” - has hit stores, on and off line. And we’re looking forward to checking it out. Pieces include a $19.99 pair of leggings, $44.99 empire dress, and $34.99 plaid crop pants. If you want in on the action, you’ve gotta make up your mind about what to buy by October 17th - the Anna Sui/Target collection will only be around for a limited time.
What We Say: We’re bummed that most the line costs over $30, but we think it will be a refreshing and edgy ...
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Top 5 for Fall 2009: Plaid
Plaid’s back for fall. For better or worse, the pattern has become a fashion constant, so wear it - just wear it wisely. Please note: petite fashionistas should avoid wearing the print from head to toe and focus more on embellishing outfits with plaid accents (jackets, hats, belts, handbags) so that the design doesn’t swallow them whole.
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Top Fall 2009 Beauty Trends: Makeup
Smoky/Intense/Dramatic Eyes
Smoky eyes have been de riguer for some time now, but for fall 2009, beauty mavens are kicking it up a notch with bold lines (think dark smudgy kohls or defining black liner) and deep color (dark purples and blues are hot). This is not a workplace-friendly look, so if you do indulge (and quite frankly, we suggest you do) keep it softer for day with some subtle gray shadows and kick it up for evening by adding some sweeping color and dark definition all around ...
Top Fall 2009 Beauty Trends: Hair
Now that it’s August, it’s time to start thinking ahead to fall. We’re less worried about raking leaves and more concerned with bigger issues at hand—like how we should be boosting our beauty routine to suit the season. Fortunately, the fall runway shows and style powers-that-be have given us plenty of hints as to what we should be thinking beauty-wise in the cooler days to come. Our top ten trends to try:
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The Top Colors for Fall 2009: Fall Fashion Guide
We’re pretty enthused about the Pantone Fall 2009 Color Guide , which is vibrant and sophisticated - without being controversial. There’s enough diversity to suit all skin tones, and all of your options are super “wearable.” There’s nothing boring about this year’s palate, either (gray has replaced brown as the new black).
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