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La Redoute: Affordable French Designs
La Redoute is the French equivalent of H&M, featuring the latest styles and exclusive bridgelines from designers like Jean Paul Gaultier (of Madonna cone breast fame) and Vanessa Bruno at prices that normal people can actually afford. The Jean Paul Gaultier corset dress is so hot, that people will swear you picked it up on [...] Read More
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How to Unshrink a Wool Sweater
So you’ve shrunk your sweater? Don’t fret, you can unshrink your sweater using the simple steps below. How to Unshrink a Sweater 1. You can stretch your sweater by soaking the garment in a tub and/or sink with a mixture of gentle hair conditioner (think Baby Shampoo) and lukewarm water for approximately 15 minutes. 2. [...] Read More
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How to Get Free Fragrance Samples
If you’re someone who wears perfume infrequently, then head to the nearest fragrance counter and request a free sample, instead of purchasing a full bottle. Most major fragrance companies, from Burberry to Givenchy have samples of their products. Collect enough samples and you will never have to purchase a bottle of perfume again. Here are [...] Read More
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Novelty Shoes: Equine Chic
Do you take your style cues from Seabiscuit? Tired of your boring black boots? Do you feel the need to let people know you’re coming? Well these are the boots for you. Who says horse shoes can’t be sexy . . . [...] Read More
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A Special PSA Just in Time for Spring: Just Say No to the Visible Thong
Attention Fashionistas young and old… Wearing your thong outside of your pants has never been in style. Yes, pop princesses like Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears have been seen rocking this look, but they are also worth millions of dollars and live in a special place called Hollywood. Turn off MTV and put your underwear [...] Read More
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Tunic Tops: Spring’s Biggest Trend
I’m all for the emergence of the ethnic tunic as the “must-have” item for spring. These colorful tops are comfortable, can be worn with jeans or with a skirt, and are available in all price ranges. But enough already . . . Another example of the over commercialization of a trend. Remember the Ugg boot? [...] Read More
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Furniture for True Budget Fashionistas
Although I’m a big fan of the furniture design shop, Design Within Reach, I still find their products to be a little outside of my price range. For Budget Fashionistas like myself, we have Design Without Reach. Warning . . . These ideas are highly addictive [...] Read More
