Dec 31

Style Flashback: Lisa Turtle From ‘Saved by the Bell’

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imageJessie Spano was the brains and Kelly Kapowski was the beauty, but it was Lisa Turtle who had all the style. Saved by the Bell‘s resident style expert and gossip queen was sassy with sophisticated taste — heck, she was even accepted into the Fashion Institute of Technology on the show’s finale. But could we pull off her over-the-top look? To the rescue with some tips on making it work: our in-house fashion expert Brian. Brian says Lisa’s wild style is back in a big way with graphic fit-and-flare dresses and light-wash denim jackets. Turn down the volume on her high-intensity style by sticking to tamer prints with fewer colors. Check out more of Lisa Turtle’s style by clicking over to our friends at Lemondrop!
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Dec 31

Buzzorthy Deals From Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Cole Haan, And More!

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image‘Tis the season… for saving 40% off. See those sales and more in today’s Buzzworthy Deals!

BUY MORE, SAVE MORE: 20% off Purchases $250-499.99 or 30% off Purchases $500+ in Womens, Mens, Kids, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories at Bloomingdales.com! This offer is valid from December 3, 2009 through December 6, 2009. Exclusions apply.

Shop the Barneys designer sale for up to 40% off! Same goes for Saks and Bergdorfs.

Take 30% off any single pair of shoes at Cole Haan, now through Dec. 7th with code HAPPYFW. You have to register and log in first, but it’s free! Plus, you’ll get free shipping and returns through Dec. 23rd.

Take 25% off orders of $150 or more at J.Crew, online only through Dec. 6th with code GIFTS.

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Dec 31

HauteMimi Finds A Laptop Tote That’s Actually Stylish!

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imageI love a good clutch, but a stylish clutch that’s created to cradle my laptop? Now that is divine. I am all over this new laptop clutch named “Colette” by the stylish laptop bag maker J’Tote. It comes in 3 chic colors including black, pewter and navy blue and can hold laptops that are up to 14″. I personally have the Colette in black and I find that I can fit my Blackberry, wallet and makeup bag along with my hp mini. The envelope-style clutch is the new way to carry your laptop around town. Perfect for editors as well as fashionistas on the go! Get yours here.
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Dec 31

The Crop Top: Love it or Lose it?

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imageIn the fashion world, it’s “what is old is new again” all of the time. Everywhere I turn, it seems like the cropped top is one of those “new” old trends that’s coming back with a vengeance! They were on the runways (Alexander Wang & Victoria Bartlett, for instance), in tons of editorials, and now it seems like the lynch pin of ’90s fashion is even popping into stores! After years of t-shirts and tops getting longer and longer, are we ready to raise the shirt hemline, bare the midriff again, and show off some skin? While the trend seems sexily adorable on tall Eastern European models in the pages of Vogue, is it going to be able to translate to mere mortals? Crop tops can be a great option with high-waisted pants and skirts, as you don’t have to tuck in all that excess fabric. But what happens with tighter pants? What’s going to hide a woman’s worst enemy… the muffin top? Just the thought of wandering the city streets with my belly bare makes me want to lock myself in my apt with my ab roller!
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Dec 31

Sophisticated Playwear: Short Romper Jumpsuits!

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imageThe short romper jumpsuit has grown up and is no longer just for playdates at the playground! Now available in sophisticated styles and sizes for grown ups, the summer romper is one way to keep cool and maintain your style credibility. Honed in fabrics like silk, knit and linen these delicate little short jumpsuits look very pretty dressed up with a pair of ankle tie wedge espadrilles. We spotted a few short romper jumpsuits and are coveting them as our go-to summer uniform. Haven’s ‘Amy’ silk print romper embraces a subtle ethnic tonal print with a blouse effect and tie waist. Pair it with an eye-catching pair of beaded wedge espadrilles. Emblazoned with the signature zigzag pattern, the Missoni Fortaleza woven jumpsuit indulges our search for “La Dolce Vita” with a spaghetti strap tank and flowing shorts. The Missoni jumpsuit is perfect for a bikini cover up or night on the town. Twin the Missoni jumpsuit is a pair of Louboutin light blue ankle tie espadrilles. Elizabeth and James’ black silk summer romper will be the urban girl’s best friend- it’s a decidedly daring jumper for the perfect downtown look. Don a pair of black caged sandals or beach-ify the look with a pair of black ankle tie espadrilles. Alexander Wang’s edgy zipper-embellished silk short romper is made even cooler with a graphic marble print. Pair the oversized short jumpsuit with a pair of pretty lavender hued Louboutin espadrilles. For more sophisticated summer rompers, click over to our friends at The Find!
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Dec 31

Don’t You Dare Call These Tees Basic!

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imageWe love our basics, we really do… but we’d be lying if we said they were the most exciting things in our closets. Sure, that American Apparel v-neck goes with 18 other outfits (and that’s just the grey one) but honestly, it’s kind of boring on its own, right? Why not swap out those boring basics with tees that have just a little something extra? Tiny embellishments transform plain tees from reliable standbys to fashionable favorites in their own right, and they’re just as versatile as ever. Take this jersey tank from Casual Couture by Green Envelope- from the front, it’s a simple, well-cut top, but the back features an exposed zipper that will add a little edge to any outfit. The pearl tee from Sauce is a girly spin on everyone’s favorite slouchy pocket tee, and J. Crew’s jeweled tissue tee practically has a statement necklace built in and would look perfect paired with everything from scruffy boyfriend jeans to a polished skirt and blazer. See the slideshow for your new favorite basics!

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Dec 31

Buzzworthy Deals From Bloomingdale’s, Acne, Banana Republic, And More!

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imageA friends and family discount, an Acne outlet, and free lipgloss? Don’t say we don’t take care of you.

Bloomingdale’s Friends & Family sale is here! Take 20% off all regular and sale merchandise online, now through October 4th with code FANDF.

Take an extra 20% off sale items at Banana Republic, for 4 days only! Use code BREXTRA10 at checkout.

Acne has an online outlet store! Save up to 50% on tons of cool styles.

Get a free NARS lipgloss duo sample with any NARS purchase from Beauty.com, now through October 8th.

Check back Thursday for more Buzzworthy Deals!

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Dec 31

Stylehive’s Stylescopes Help You Have Stylishly Sweet Dreams!

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imageMany people believe that dreams are a gateway into our subconscious and can help us know our true selves and thoughts more clearly. This is the week to kick back, reflect and take a break from your busy schedule. Whether you’d rather curl up on the couch with a good book or just snuggle, the stars help you find the most comfortable and appropriate sleepwear for your ideal night in! With styles ranging from soft knit one-pieces for the comfort loving Capricorn to silky and slinky teddies for sexy Scorpios, it doesn’t matter what sort of at-home night you have planned this week; Stylehive’s Stylescopes have consulted the stars for the best sleepy-time ensemble for you. Cozy flannel, lacy babydolls and girly cami sets all lend their own type of sex appeal and comfort to bedtime, so click on the slideshow to see what stylish pajamas the stars have set aside for you!

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Dec 31

Go Wild With A Faux Fur Vest This Fall!

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imageMy favorite boho-chic models and celebs like Kate Moss, Sienna Miller and of course Rachel Zoe have all been seen throughout the years wearing fur vests. A fur vest is a fun trendy piece to keep around to add a little punch to an otherwise boring jeans and t-shirt outfit. I’m always tempted to buy one for myself, but I’m skeptical about the vest making me look chic rather than like a bulky Eskimo. It also doesn’t help that I don’t agree with buying fur when plenty of faux fur options are available. So I got to searching for animal and cruelty-free fur vests that look like the real deal and found tons at every price point. Trust Urban Outfitters to have a super shaggy fur vest for only $88. If you’re looking to splurge, go for the Gryphon Rocker Vest with eye-catching metallic beading at the neckline. For more faux fur vests, check out my slideshow!

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Dec 31

Dealers Of The Purple Cloth Go “Prepster Chic” At Karmaloop!

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imageThe fall delivery of Dealers of the Purple Cloth, “Prepster Chic,” is now available at Karmaloop. The collection features an array of quirky bow ties, ruffles and hunter fabrics, from tank tops to tees to button-ups. “We wanted to put out the message that nerdy is cool and intelligence is sexy,” said Creative Director Lydia Nam. As an emerging women’s brand based out of Toronto, Dealers has developed a reputation for creative designs that inspire individuality and personal expression. Fall must-haves include The Henley Thermal with Kangaroo Pockets and The Hunter Bow Tank. Look at the slideshow for some of our favorites, then check out the full collection at Karmaloop.com.

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