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So the snow is back. Back with a vengence. Up here in the Far East it is a total white-out and it's still falling. Brrrrrrrrrrrrrr You don't need me to tell you in weather like this, it's important to feed our little feathered friends. So it seems a great idea to give yourself a little positive .. read full article »

The first thing that comes to mind when it comes to pearls is dignified elegance so it’s not surprising that it’s the very statement that I’ve associated with this piece of jewelry. It has become the go-to accessory, safest bet if you may, for stately events. The top-of-mind choice to wear .. read full article »

for this little television! This is the Happy TV Pillow. I love him. He is happy and cute. At only £13.99 and available here he would be a very welcome addition to The Palace...   Queen Marie read full article »

found this little collage squirreled away from the summer. ah, god bless those days when I had hours to spend lying on my bed with the window letting in a warm breeze and crafting winter wishlist collages..and now a few items on my mind. gorgeous little knit cardigan (look at those lovely square .. read full article »

Back on the seasonally-challenged motif I'm afraid...veering wildly between lusting over the cosy delights of sheepskin lined rain boots one second...and contemplating the sublime simplicity of Reed Krakoff's pre-Spring collection the other. One day, my whims...and those of mother nature...may .. read full article »

So here is a picture of a shoe with Michael Jackson’s face on it, except they’ve sort of broken it up and turned him into Frankenmichael. It is, therefore, terrifying, and maybe a commentary on the necrotic nature of fame itself. Can’t think about it too much, have to polish off pumpkin .. read full article »

I know every other website has been compiling their Holiday Gift Guides to help you buy gifts for your loved ones, but in the hustle and bustle of it all I figured hey, what harm could it do if I just throw my wishlist in the mix too?  And since I’ve basically screwed my chances with Santa, .. read full article »

Though I love to say that I live to spa, the truth is that I don't always have the time I'd like to invest in anything beyond the basics - waxing and mani/pedi emergencies. So, Haven Spa's new Mini Escape treatments are a welcome reprieve, delivering maximum relaxation and results, with a .. read full article »

Jessica, oh Jessica.  How your shoes designs come out so polished yet you come out such a mess leaves me baffled. You make this Prada tote look like you picked it up at an outlet store in the extra 40% off bin.  Get it together woman, you’re about to be a bride…again. read full article »

Ok so maybe deport is a bit strong, but it certainly sums up the fact that Angie made sure that she and the brat pack were out of the country during a holiday she claims to hate: American Thanksgiving. Dun dun dun…. A source told Pop Eater that ”Angelina Jolie hates this holiday and wants .. read full article »

When it comes to designing the perfect peep-toe stiletto bootie, Alexander McQueen hits the nail on the head. The bootie has the perfect platform-to-sky-high-heel ratio that keeps a girl comfortable yet dangerously sexy.  I’m having a hard time deciding between the sexy all-black angel .. read full article »

Sienna Miller has spent the last few months off-camera to focus on her new life as a glam fashion designer for her clothing line, Twenty8Twelve.   Today, fans are thrilled at the announcement that she has picked up a new acting role playing a drug addict in the film “Yellow”. Judging by .. read full article »

Since I like to consider myself a forward-thinking woman of the world, it's no stretch to say that I'm already planning my Resort and Spring '11 acquistions. After all, large expenditures should take place only after some planning, yes? Near the top of my list for spring is a nude shoe, the .. read full article »

I spent a lovely night on Friday with my dear Joanna. It was my first time visiting Leeds and we replicated the many dinnertime noodle routines we enjoyed when we traveled around America together in the Spring and got incredibly excited about the nighttime snowfall on our way back from a long .. read full article »

Those who know me know that it's pretty unusual that I fall hard for faux anything. And while faux fur is having a real mo' this fall, I personally feel that it makes many women look like stuffed animals. And unless you're into the whole Furry lifestyle, that's not hot. Thankfully, this rad .. read full article »

“Can I have some remedy? Remedy for me please. If I had some remedy, I’d take enough to please me.” My mood that day called for Chris Robinson to fuel the rekindled memories of youthful decked out style inspirations. Remedy, blaring from my iPod’s earphones, made the trip to Buenisimo up .. read full article »

I may have taken the lazy way out last night by running home like a wussy baby to central heating and duvets and therefore missing the opening bash of Fleet Ilya's Restraint exhibition and pop-up shop in Dalston last night but I scurried up there today to make up for it, observing the scene of .. read full article »

Sparkle and shine for the holidays! The end of the year is packed with holiday gatherings from Halloween to New Year's and a glittery sequined jacket is a perfect way to rock a festive look for parties and get togethers. No need to wear this look with a cocktail dress or a ball gown either, the .. read full article »

You may remember last winter I wrote about the wonderful foksy scarves made by Celapiu. Little wooly foxes who would keep you company and keep you warm, through the bleak winter. I seem to remember that Wendy B was as smitten as me! Crocus Long $99  So I was delighted to recieve an email .. read full article »

photo creditCostume and theme parties are a huge part of college life. After all, college is one of the few times in life where you can get away with dressing in crazy costumes, and convincing your friends to do the same, on a regular basis. I mean, how often do your parents talk about going to .. read full article »

Here’s a little video of professional babes Alessandra Ambrosio, Adriana Lima, Behati Prinsloo, Chanel Iman, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and the rest starring in a lip dub of Katy Perry’s robustly terrible new song, “Firework.” Most people who lip sync in Youtube videos look awkward and .. read full article »

Editor’s Note: This post was written by our friends at CollegeCandy! Before you click over to read the second half, know that some readers found CC’s content/ads to be non-work-safe. We thought you should know ahead of time. Now, on to the post!I have an obsession with all things lips: lip .. read full article »

Turkey. Sweet potatoes. Cranberries. Stuffing. Thanksgiving is awesome for your belly, but not so awesome when you have to wear elastic waist pants because they’re the only thing that fits your belly. Luckily, though, the New York Daily News says it’s now acceptable to wear sweatpants. As .. read full article »

When you wear a nude color it disappears against your skin and gives you a seamless silhouette. Nude tones were popular for Spring 2010 and the trend continues to be strong into Fall and Winter. Browse and shop a few pair of chic, nude/natural toned boots below and get ready to be on trend this .. read full article »

Beige wool pleated waist coat with flower printed collar and waistband custom made for Luminita. Delia came by the atelier last week and tried on a few dresses from the fall collection and this beige wool brown and white fur dress fit her so well, as if it was made for her. Elisabeta’s .. read full article »

Burlesque is like a magical turducken of a movie, stuffed with Showgirls and Cabaret and Coyote Ugly. There are a lot of reasons to see it, but here are five. Post from: TheGloss read full article »

I've only just got him to sleep. If he wakes up now, he will be a crabbit as hell and won't sleep tonight. Take it from me, Bubo may look like a little cherub when he's asleep, but trust me, wake him up before he's had a proper nap, and he's an unholy little terror! This is BuboBag. .. read full article »

He has a very delicate constitution. The vet told me to put him on a lettuce only diet.  I suspect however, that could be one of the reasons why he look so sad. Imagine a life without cake. Poor bunny... This is the bunny bag designed by Mandy Coon He comes in leather or velvet , but sadly .. read full article »

If I were a sleek, high-maintenance sort of femme I know what would be top of my Christmas wish list...Nars wooden bento box...with two Kabuki cups nestled inside...hand-poured with Maiko and Sakura lip colors...with a Kabuki lip brush for precise application. Of course, I'm as un-HM as you can .. read full article »

FASHION & STYLE Second City Style is looking ahead to What’s In & What’s Out: Winter 2011. Did Willow Smith wear a fashion rip-off to the AMAs? Allie is Wired takes a look. Omiru said You Said: Yes to the Camel Coat. The Budget Fashionista thinks girls can be studly, too with20 Studded .. read full article »

Give thanks - and shop all weekend long! That's what we plan on doing, so we'll be off on Thanksgiving and Black Friday, but back up and running on Monday November 29th. Second City Style wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving, and always remember to dress appropriately for every holiday occasion.   read full article »

It’s that time of the year again. Christmas is just around the corner and the stress involved in all the preparations is reaching greater heights with each passing minute. Is the Christmas tree even set up and adorned yet? Better yet, did you remember to file that leave from work so you can .. read full article »

These shoes are made by Heavy Machine, a design team out of Taiwan. They’re crafted from leather and plastic and called “Calamari.” Anyone that understands the equal importance of shoes and fried appetizers is all right by me. Heavy Machine, $299 Post from: TheGloss read full article »

The voluminous shoulders on this dress dictate an off-the-shoulder hairstyle and simple, minimal accessories. While I went out of my way to seek this puffy floral number out while shopping the Lanvin ♥ H&M collection, I've since realized that it was well worth it. Not only is it well made .. read full article »

Don’t we all wish we were sixteen year old Emily Carter, a native New Yorker, who’s the newest model to the  FORD family, and bound to be a new muse on the runways! Find out more about this up and coming model on the FORDMODELSBLOG and watch EMILY CARTER in action! Photography: Damien Neva read full article »

I admit that I went into this video more than a little skeptical, mostly because Ke$ha makes my eyes and ears bleed with her (exaggerated quotation marks) “music.” While the “singer” is no Tina Fey, she’s also not completely unbearable in thie Funny or Die video, that sort of mocks the .. read full article »

Today untrustworthy sources told us Jessica’s biggest fear in life: parade floats. This picture was snapped yesterday at the Macy’s Day Parade, as the pop star sat atop her massive float. (As you can see, she’s about to wet her pants.) False reports informed us that Jessica’s fear .. read full article »

So I wouldn’t consider myself the biggest baby fan but if you have a mom as stylish as Rachel Zoe, your bound to be the best dressed baby around! and Fashionista has the answers!.. Vest, $185; Dress Fantaisie Multicoloured, $120; and Scarf $80 Baby Marc Jacobs, $44, Barneys. View the rest .. read full article »

Let’s just add this to the September Issue, Lagerfeld Confidential, Valentino: The Last Emperor.  I’m officially convinced if you don’t have a perfume or your own documentary you’re still under the whatever list. YSL Documentary to be released next year! read full article »

Guys, remember telephone cords? Those long curly things that used to get all twisted and prevent you from moving between rooms while speaking on the phone? So weird, right? Well, now they’ve been relegated to where they probably have always belonged — fashion. I’m not sure if this bag by .. read full article »

There’s no one right way to do anything! But here are some pretty interesting tips from fashion dot net! On your way to a Fashion Dream! read full article »

It’s safe to say every girl has a borderline obsession/ fetish with shoes! All shoes, but I say the high the better… Here are my top picks creeping on Net-A-Porter. Marc Jacobs, $965 Christian Louboutin, $975 Jimmy Choo, $495 Lanvin, $775 Jimmy Choo, $675 Miu Miu, $495 Burberry Prorsum, $1,095 read full article »

How addicting is the Urban Outfitters blog definitely my new mantra! especially with flickr faves and stories like 12 days of dresses! Buy a MILKMAID DRESS from UO, $89. read full article »

Totally kidding, but I’d so live in Stella McCartney’s new Spring 2011 Lingerie line. read full article »

Launching in 2011, the campaign will include a “Shaping Up with the Kardashians” mother-daughter fitness challenge and a holiday giveaway (running now until Jan. 10). From promiscuous sex tapes to sick acne problems, the Kardash sisters have done it all… But collaborating with SKETCHERS .. read full article »

I am not a Katy Perry fan! She’s like a Zooey Deschanel, Nicki Minaj, slash Lady Gaga gone bad. She might have the bod, and the boobage, but WTF is up with your outfits girl? more to be bashed on LOOKBOOKS read full article »

I must admit that I wasn’t the biggest H&M fan, until they took over and collaborated with some pretty amazing designers! Just when I thought I had the perfect look for this cold weather… it’s time for spring looks already…. !! Kudos H&M you’re looking more and more on the high end .. read full article »

Many of you expressed your interest in British style in response to my last post on British vs. American fashion, so I thought I would do a piece on inspiration from some of my favorite British style icons. There were plenty to choose from, but today I want to focus on some slightly lesser-known .. read full article »

NUDE SCENES from Love & Other Drugs. Anne Hathaway bares breasts for the first time on camera. Jake Gyllenhaal’s manhood is exposed. Wow. Anne Hathaway. Looks. Amazing. And Jake’s been SEEN. [Pictures compliment of egotastic.com] read full article »

Last week our Fashion Director, Samantha Lim,  started off her week long birthday celebration.  One of those parties happened to be at NYC’s RDV where she was joined New York’s finest including blogger Micah Jesse. Don’t feel bad about missing it because we have full coverage here. If .. read full article »