Apr 27

Real Women Have Curves: Style Tips For Hourglass Women

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imageAs a leading personal stylist in London, I have clients from all over the world,my clientele is mainly upmarket women. Are these women size zero? Absolutely not. The most common body shape is hourglass and whatever their size my hourglass clients complain that fashion does not suit them. They are right. I am a UK size 8- US size 6, I have not bought a pair of trousers for 6 years, many of my clients are the same. This is not a size thing but a shape thing. I have curves. Is fashion missing a trick? I refuse to wear hipster trousers. In fact, I refuse to wear anything that does not suit me. If you have a waist, hipster trousers cut in at the wrong part of your body and however slim you are the result is a roll of flesh. Elegant? I think not. Hipster skirts ride up and down as the hourglass has no defining flat area, so tops hang out and you are left with about 6 inches of spare material at the back, as the “too big top will end up on the waist. This makes the skirt unflattering, at best and it looks like you are wearing someone else’s clothes.

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Apr 27

Tip Your Hat To Stylehive’s Stylescopes!

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imageI don’t know about where you’re at, but here in San Francisco the weather is blazing (weirdly enough), and my basic hairstyle isn’t doing the trick in keeping the sun from beating down on my face, neck, and part! So why not tap into the upper-body realm of fashion accessories and explore your hat and hairpiece options for tip-top style and function? With the help of this week’s Stylescopes, you’re sure to find the perfect add-on for your noggin — from a hip mini fedora for those Aquarius girls to a jeweled mesh flower headband for a Taurus gal’s night out, for example — that will either protect you from the weather, keep your hair out of your eyes, or even salvage a potentially disastrous bad hair day! No matter what the fates have in store for you, you can be sure you’ll look chic! Take a look at the slideshow to see the stellar style advice for your sign and more!

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Apr 27

Don’t Let Your Prom Purse Be An Afterthought!

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imageIf you’ve got everything else on your Prom list, it’s easy to forget one of the most important components to your outfit. You don’t want just any bag to do the trick for your touch-ups (and yes, that includes the device you currently use for your everyday toting). A cute clutch is the perfect companion on a night to remember like this. Style-wise, there are many different trendy takes designers can create for an evening bag: there are colors, patterns, textures, and shapes that outweigh your wildest clutch imagination! You don’t even have to mirror-match your bag to your outfit, as finding a suitable compliment to your gown can mean that an eye-popping contrast is the perfect touch! Also, don’t be daunted by your idea of a clutch’s size: these handy pieces are made both big and small to accommodate your desired degree of prom preparedness. Start your search soon this spring to cling to a clutch that’s just right for you!

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Apr 26

Springy Men’s Scarves Move To The Lightweight Division

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imageIn essence, a scarf is one of two things: 1) a piece of fabric that you wrap around your neck to keep you warm or 2) a decorative item that hangs on your neck like garland on a Christmas tree. For the spring and summer seasons, the latter is what we look for. Ultimately, a scarf in the warmer season doesn’t really serve a purpose. I have a lightweight scarf that I wore on a nice sunny day and no matter how warm I got, I refused to take it off because it pulled the outfit together in a way no other accessory can. Also, I didn’t want to expose my neck in fear that it would be grotesquely sweaty. Nonetheless, lightweight scarves for the warmer seasons work well when the fabric is breathable and when it is wrapped loosely around your neck with dapper flair. For something a little simpler, opt for any of American Apparel’s sheer jersey scarves. If you’re going for that urban bandit look, Urban Outfitters can make you look like the ultimate hipster. And if you really wanna go all out, Phillip Lim’s beaded silk scarf can turn a bunch of heads. Check out the slideshow for more man-friendly scarves.

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Apr 26

Be Like Lady Gaga iPhone App: Are YOU The Next Big Electro-pop Star?

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imageIt seems like everyday there is a new iPhone app. Some extremely useful, some just plain stupid, and others absolutely hilarious. This Lady Gaga app falls into the category of utterly useless, yet hilarious. Anyone who knows me knows I’m a huge fan of Lady Gaga, despite the fact she stole my hairdo (I too rock platinum blond hair with bangs). But now anyone can be- or pretend to be- the first lady of electro-pop with the “Be Like Lady Gaga” Haus of Gaga iPhone App. From your iPhone, you can choose pictures of yourself, your friends, and your dog, as well as some signature Lady Gaga graphics. You can choose from a vast array of her personal items and accessories to dress up as her! All of the graphics can be stretched out and manipulated to fit any sized photo, even that unflattering close-up that you have of your frenemy! Then you can share the pics with your friends and the rest of the world in the global online gallery. Available now for $1.99 at the Apple Apps store.
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Apr 24

Save 25% On Spring Looks From Rebecca Turbow!

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The spring and summer seasons are the perfect time to experiment with fun new styles, and this summer, there’s no better way than with Rebecca Turbow. The Brooklyn-born designer started her eponymous collection in 2005 and has gone from playing dressmaker to her indie music scene friends to being recognized as one of the hottest new lines to come out of New York– not an easy feat! But it’s easy to see why: her clothes are simple and modern with a touch of playful wit that makes all the difference. And now for the really fun part- they’ve offered Stylehive readers a special discount! From now through Sunday, April 26th, save 25% on all Rebecca Turbow items with code STYLEHIVE. Click on the video to see more from s/s 2009, and happy shopping!

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Apr 24

Cute Mother’s Day Jewelry Gifts To Spoil Mom (For Under $100!)

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Right when you thought you’d be catching a break from the stress of gift shopping as we leave Valentine’s Day and Easter in the dust, you came to the sudden realization: Mother’s Day is fast approaching! And since your wallet isn’t looking any fatter than it was a couple months ago (in fact, probably quite the contrary), you need a gift that Mom will appreciate while still making sure your bank account doesn’t suffer too much — after all, you still have to eat! If your mama is the kind of lady who would rather wear her gifts than eat them or put them on display in a glass vase of water, you’ll be relieved to know that there are plenty of gorgeous jewelry gifts that look expensively chic and Mom’s Day festive without the exorbitant price tag! From cute Betsey Johnson crystal flower studs to a wish charm necklace designed just for Mom, there are so many affordable adornments that you might even be tempted to buy yourself one to match! Take a look at the slideshow for more mom-worthy trinkets that won’t cost you an arm and a leg!

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Apr 24

Hot In The Hive: Givenchy Leather Camera Case

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The combination of the currently warm weather and depressing economy brings back fond childhood memories of my carefree summers spent at Girl Scout Camp. We used to do all sorts of fun things like hiking, face painting, arts & crafts — and as a fashion maven in training, one of my favorite activities was a leather-working workshop where we would get to make our own leather bangles, barrettes, and accessories by etching designs into the material or gluing on tacky feathers or jewels. Sometimes I wish I had kept some of my kiddie creations, just to see if any could have been salvageable for any fleeting trend of the moment, which is why I was so excited to discover the similarly-adorned Givenchy Camera Case at Barneys! Why go through the trouble of a do-it-yourself craft project to create your own camera accessory when you can waste all of your money simply buying a ridiculously-priced designer leather case that looks exactly like an 8-year-old girl decorated it for you? Furthermore, the case measures about 5×8 inches, so it’s actually probably way too big for your camera, but at least all that unnecessary surface area allows more room for gaudy jewels! Overall, it totally makes sense to have your carrying case cost over ten times more than the object it’s meant to protect.

Price: $3,620 — not even kidding!
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Givenchy Leather Camera Case to the Hive.

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Apr 24

Vintage Fashionistas Learn The Costa Chic

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Victor Costa is known as the “King of Copycats” and wears the badge proudly. “The word ‘fashion’ would not exist if there were no copying,” he says. How true, how true. And while the designers he copies may not always be too happy with his talents, his attention to detail and his ability to rework the latest runway and red carpet trends makes him a favorite among vintage fashionistas. Three generations of Victor Costa customers still clamor for his special occasion dresses, the hallmark of his business. And while not all these dresses are replicas, it’s easy to see the hallmarks of the current fashion season in his work. Now just click to see this little collection of vintage Victor Costa frocks and you’re sure to become a Victor Costa fan too.

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Apr 23

Buzzworthy Deals From AE, Tulle, Orla Kiely, And More!

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Take an additional 20% off all clearance styles at AE.com…. hurry, shop now for the best selection!

The Bloomingdale’s Friends & Family sale ends Sunday, April 26th. Enter code SPRINGFF and save 20% on regular and sale priced fashion, kids, and home!

Orla Kiely sample sale time! Save 30% on the current season at allaboutcute.com until May 8th with code SAMPLE. Just in time for Mother’s Day!

Save 75% on spring collections at Tulle, now through April 30!

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