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Guys Guide To Back To School Accessories

McArthur Joseph — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:56:00 +0000

Yes gentleman, it’s that time we all dread: back to school season. To make the transition a little smoother we compiled a list of your must have accessories.

Being a student is really hard. How do professor expect you to balance a ridiculous workload, overwhelming part schedule and on top of that look good at it? Believe it or not you really can. (I can tell you from personal experience.) All you need is a few key pieces to get you through.

Keep reading to find out what these pieces are.

SWEET TREAT OF THE WEEK: Fedora’s Madeleine

Amanda Gabriele — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:55:22 +0000

Spongy cookies don’t usually come to mind when you’re thinking of NYC’s most delectable desserts, but there’s always room for an exception. The Madeleine is loved by French sugar freaks generations over, and West Village restaurant Fedora does it the justice it deserves. Baked to order and served with a honey-flavored sabayon, this is a sweet treat you don’t want to miss.

Photo: TimeOutNY

These little cookies are so tasty, New York Magazine named them the best Madeleines of 2011. If you haven’t been to Fedora, check out the menu ASAP. Hungry yet?

8 Hair-Tie Alternatives to Up Your ‘Do

Jessica Lapidos — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:25:56 +0000

A hair-tie is such a finite, plain Jane way to cap off a hairstyle. There are plenty of ways to put your hair up without such a boring bit of elastic tying you down. They’ve been stifling wrist circulation since its invention and it’s high time to put a stop to this humdrum hair-don’t. Time to create a cooler coiffure, sans scünci. Here are some alternatives.

Whoaaaa a Double Hair-Bow!

What: Silk scarf, 5’ long, 6” wide

How: Place scarf under hair and pull up. Smooth out hair and wrap scarf 2-3 times at base for support. Tie into a bow, pulling the loops as far as they will go (without the loose ends slipping through, becoming a knot). Take a side from each bow arch and tie them into another bow. Expand the loops as wide as they go, and there you go.

Sized Up Fedora

What: Wide brim straw fedora, one size bigger than you’d normally wear.

How: Stuff all of your hair into the hat, letting some of it emerge from the beneath the brim. You don’t want to look hairless.

Raising the Barrette

What: Metal squeeze-release clips

How: Twist hair into a bun atop your head. Bring the end of your hair forward on the last twist. Clip that bit to the roots of your hair. Let the ends fray forward.

Smooth Tied Caplet

What: Silk square headscarf, 3’ by 3’

How: Fold in half along the diagonal. Scrunch all hair to the back of your head. Place fold along the backside of your hairline, pressing mass of hair into the scarf. Bring the two corners forward and wrap them around so they tie in the back. Here’s the key: bring the middle point of the triangle over to one side and tie it in the same knot as the other two ends. Make a bow, or knot and tuck the ends.

Hair Hammock Headband

What: A favorite of hippies everywhere it’s 1/3 encased elastic, 2/3 spreadable fabric.

How: Place all hair into the “hammock” part as you pull the elastic around your head. I like doing it at a slight angle with the elastic in front, but place it to taste.

Self-Contained Braid

What: Thin silk scarf, 5’ long, 6” wide

How: Tie the scarf around a low ponytail. Split hair into three sections for a braid and place the two ends of the scarf with a section. Braid normally, making sure the scarf shows through. At the base of the braid, wrap each end of the scarf twice then tie the ends in a knot.

Bow to the Fifties Housewife

What: Headscarf, 3′ by 3′

How: Fold at the diagonal, and again so the point is at the folded edge. Smush your hair into a wad at the back of your head, and cup it with the middle of the scarf, point side touching the hair (the outer layer should be smooth). Pull tight and tie in a bow just above your temple. Pull out the edges of the arches so that the bow reaches its fullest capacity. If you have bangs, let them hang out.

Over Comb

What: Decorative comb from the days of yore.

How: Bring hair to a low ponytail, wrapping the base with a small chunk of hair. Secure it together by sinking the teeth of the comb in.

Get the Blazed Beyoncé Look for Less

Bella Dawn — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:34:33 +0000

Beyonce waved to fans as she landed in Nice, France in a simple, but not basic black and white outfit. A white blazer with gold button played up her white and black platform heels, while black leggings keep her sleek and slim. She topped the look with a fedora, round frames and devilishly red nails. Her clothes might be the best you never had, but we’ll tell you where to get it for less right here.

Blazing white blazer with golden buttons.

A.P.C. ~~$390~~ $229

Wayfarer on the top, circle on the bottom.

Topshop $36

Peep toe and a contrast platform and heel.

Steve Madden $100

A nod to black fedoras.

Tilly’s $13

Rich red, like B herself.

Orly “Red Carpet” $3.50

Not all leggings are created equal.

Splendid $55

Now, dress like this and run the world, girls.

Top 10 Pieces to Rock While Celebrating Cinco de Mayo

Amanda Gabriele — Thu, 05 May 2011 15:51:45 +0000

What comes to mind when you think of tequila-laden holiday Cinco de Mayo? I think of bright colors, bold prints, margaritas and big accessories when reflecting on the celebration, pieces and outfits that scream party without even trying. Check out our top 10 pieces to rock while celebrating Cinco de Mayo so you can get your booze on in style.

Right to left, from top left:

BeaValdes for CoutureLab “Azzura” Necklace $2,764, couturelab.com

Eugenia Kim Gabriella Feather-Trimmed Fedora $345, net-a-porter

Cacharel Cutler & Gross Circular Lens Sunglasses $525, openingceremony.us

Azzedine Alaïa Skirt $2,800, colette.fr

Manish Arora Pop Dress $1,072, bombayelectric.in

All Saints Elkin Poncho $165, allsaints.com

Aldo Barges Bangles $18, aldoshoes.com

Aldo Croner Peep Toe Pumps $70, aldoshoes.com

American Apparel Nail Polish $6, store.americanapparel.net

Old Navy Aztec-Print Bucket Bag $19.94, oldnavy.gap.com

How are you going to celebrate the holiday?

STREET CHIC REPORT CARD: Kim Kardashian in Eric Javits

Amanda Gabriele — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:17:07 +0000

If you like Red Carpet Report Card, you going to love Street Chic Report Card, a new feature where celebrities will be graded on their street style. In this edition, Kim Kardashian will be graded on her outfit and Eric Javits Tiffany fedora worn walking with her sister Kourtney. See how she looked after the jump.

Kim will be rated on the below categories, five being the highest and 1 being the lowest.

Fit: 5

Appropriateness: 5

Trendiness: 4

Styling: 4

Shoes: 4

Hair: 4

Makeup: 2

Confidence: 4

Love the look and the fabulous hat! Kim would have probably gotten an A if the makeup wasn’t so crazy.

You can check out this hat and more amazing accessories at EricJavits.com.

Steal her Look: Jessica Alba

The Fashion Web — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:44:37 +0000

Jessica Alba looked casual chic in this white skirt, blue top and ferragamo jelly flats while vacationing in France. Here’s where you can get it (I love this look that I think I just might have to get it for myself too!)

Where to Buy:

White Skirt, Gap, $29.99

Grendha Jelly Toe Flats, Endless, $25.48

Mossimo Fedora, Target, $12.99

Giani Bernini Handbag, Macys, $$51.99

Stripe Shirt, Gap, $29.99

LINK LOVE:Steal her Look: Jessica Alba

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I Love My…..Fedora!

Lauren Garroni — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 16:24:52 +0000

It seems THE ‘IT’ item this Fall is the fedora. What dresses up your AA leggings and tri-blend shirt than this menswear favorite? The look has currently been spotted on: Mischa Barton, Rachel Bilson, and Vanessa Hudgens. SO channel your inner-Indiana Jones and rock this look come Fall.

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