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Style • Shopping • Fashion

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New Year, New You: Stylehive's Stylescopes Show You The Way!

Looking at all the magazines and blogs out there, everyone is saying that the new year calls for a new you. Even with all the style predictions out there, how do you know which is right for you? Stylehive's Stylescopes are here to help you out. Capricorns, get in touch with your inner child with fun patterned tights. And you Leos should get your dancing shoes on and party the year away! For more Stylescopes, check out the slideshow, find your sign and start looking your best!

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Occasions • Home • Fashion

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Gifts For The Tragically Hip Guy In Your Life

So maybe your guy isn't the outdoorsy type, the cultured guy, or the geeky guy-- don't fret! Here's the last installment of my Gifts For Guys roundup. Hopefully you'll find everything you need, but go out and get them quick-- the holidays are almost here! Which guy have I left out? Let's figure out his style. Tight skinny jeans? Check. A wardrobe full of plaid shirts and graphic tees? Check. A fondness for street culture, music and the arts? Check. Looks like you've got a hipster guy on your hands. Deck him out with some fitted cardigans or a retro-inspired digital watch. Or style up his pad with a cardboard deer wall mount or some sleek wooden iPod speakers. Check out the slideshow for some quirky and cool gifts for the tragically hip.

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StyleDiary • Style • Fashion

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Stylediarist Sweetpea's Lookbook Is So Sweet, You Might Get A Toothache!

An ocean may divide us, but with Stylediary, I can always stay up-to-date with my favorite European fashionistas like sweetpea. Residing in London, sweetpea is a twenty-something working girl with serious style. Sweetpea combines retro designs with London's high street styles to get a totally hip and chic look. And oh my! I'm dying over her coat collection! Check out this adorable coat from Topshop and this coat from River Island. Plus, she has this charming tartan cape from APC for us all to drool over. Check out the slideshow to see some of my favorite (or should I say 'favourite?') looks from sweetpea, and also be sure to click over to sweetpea's Stylediary to see more!

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Stylehiver Spotlight • Fashion

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Stylehiver nkatt Brings You Retro Feminine Style From Down Under!

Hailing all the way from sunny Perth, Australia, today's featured Stylehiver nkatt gives you a glimpse into her funky vintage-inspired Hive. Almost every save seems to be a modern interpretation of a classic retro fave from one era or another, with black, lace, leopard, and red dominating the mix. While this tunic-style camisole in bold leopard may technically be lingerie, it is definitely worthy of a night on the town with some skinny jeans and heels. Don't miss a unique velvet Rose Hair Clip complete with peacock feathers - a special piece that will really attract some attention. And this skirt by Tina Kalivas is the perfect combination of femininity and edge with its flirty, ruffly hemline. Another fun save is a red Nas Vintage-Retro Handbag in a faux lizard skin that could rev-up any basic outfit. Finally, open Pandora's box to find this silver ring, nkatt's must-have accessory of choice. So what are you waiting for? Go search through her Hive for more glamorous retro finds!

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Occasions • Shopping • Fashion

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Still Need A Halloween Costume? Dress Up In The Style Of Your Favorite Decade!

Halloween is just two days away and you know what that means? Getting together with friends and winning costume contests, of course! Crunched for time and still wondering about what you're going to wear this Halloween? No worries, Stylehive has got you covered! Take a look at some of the ideas we brought you over the past few week, like the costumes inspired by the style of your favorite decade! Cut your hair short and bare some skin as a flapper from the 20s, celebrate the Swinging Sixties with a mod dress and go-go boots, or get loose as a dancing queen of the 70s. Looking for an era that's not so retro? The neon and skintight clothes of the 80s is an easy look to obtain, and of course, you just know that the perfect 90s outfit can be easily found in the deepest corners of your closet. Check out our ideas, have fun, and be sure to thank us when you win "best dressed!"

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Occasions • Celebrity • Style Steal • Fashion

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Get Sultry and Sassy This Halloween With Katy Perry's Look!

First singer-songwriter Katy Perry made waves in the music industry in her debut album with her tongue-in-cheek lyrics. These days, she's a fashion it-girl with designers such as Betsey Johnson and the house of Chanel clamoring to dress her. That's why Katy's distinctive 1940s retro look makes a perfect costume for Halloween! Katy likes to stick to body-hugging silhouettes with sweetheart necklines and high-waisted bottoms along with show-stopping hair accessories to pull her sexy yet innocent look together. To get you started, take a peek at this ruffly top and these saucy zebra print shoes. For a Katy Perry-worthy face, stick to shimmery (but not glittery!) eye makeup and dramatic red lips. And don't forget to come up with some sassy lyrics of your own! Click SLIDESHOW to see how you can dress up as Katy this Halloween.

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Fashion

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Talking Fashion, Fabric, And Flair With Flutter Designers Joleen & Rachel!

Designers Joleen Rumsey and Rachel Six of Flutter make finding that unique look super easy. Each of their creations are super colorful and playful. Many of the jackets are made from vintage fabrics that they have upcycled into "modern jackets with a retro flair". The independent designers both love working with soft knits and believe that clothes should make you feel good. We caught up with Joleen and Rachel to ask them more about their funky fashions. Click READ MORE to hear what they have to say, and check out the SLIDESHOW for some of our favorite looks from Flutter available at their Etsy shop!

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Travel

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Gotta Getaway: Portland's Jupiter Hotel Delivers Out Of This World Experience

Portland, Oregon has both travel critics and serious shopaholics abuzz. The rapidly growing Pacific Northwest hot spot is overflowing with fair-trade coffee houses, quirky boutiques, a bustling local scene, and an eco-friendly lightrail to help you see it all. Travel & Leisure even rated Portland as one of America's Favorite Cities this year, praising its cleanliness, safety, and environmental awareness. The Jupiter Hotel, located in the heart of Portland's Downtown, epitomizes the city's free-spirited attitude with a 1960's retro meets cabin-in-the-woods style decor with a rock n' roll edge. That's right, this hip boutique hotel's own courtyard turns into nightclub come sun down - red carpet included! After adventurous days exploring the city, grab some grub at the Jupiter's on-site restaurant, the Doug Fir Lounge - it's known for its buffalo burgers, omelets, and staying open "until way past your bedtime." Best of all, this trendy new hotel rocks a very budget-friendly pricetag. So whether you come for the chalkboard doors or because Conde Nast Traveler branded it "one of the best new hotels in the world," next time that you gotta getaway consider Portland, Oregon and the Jupiter Hotel. To see more, click on my SLIDESHOW.

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StyleDiary • Fashion

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StyleDiary Spotlight: Amethyst Dazzles In Romantic Dresses

Meet Australian Stylediarist Amethyst. Although her style mantra happens to be "quality over quantity, her StyleDiary sure offers up an impressive number of innovative and romantic looks. I'm already inspired by her variety of shorter style dresses, skirts, shorts - and especially seeing how she wears them during the different seasons. Amethyst favors a classic yet timeless color palette of mostly blues, greys, creams, and black, but she isn't afraid to add subtle pops of color from items like grape-colored tights or a knit red beret. But fabulous sense of style aside, Amethyst's StyleDiary is worthy of a visit simply due to her collection of envy-inducing fashion finds. I'm already pining over more than a few items straight out of her personal wardrobe! Like this shrunken coat with beautiful ruffle detailing and this irresistibly chic ivory cape. So see Amethyst's StyleDiary for yourself, or click on the slideshow to see my favorite looks straight from her page.

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Celebrity • Fashion

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Dita von Teese Unveils New Wonderbra Ad, "The Science of Sexy"

Wonderbra and Dita von Teese have just unveiled a retro-inspired line of lingerie that's guaranteed to seduce! Dita explains that wearing her collection is a "wonderful way to seduce yourself€¦ which is ultimately a glamour girl's best strategy in seducing others!" The collection comes in three styles: Spot-Teese features a casino chip motif in nude with a sexy, sheer black tulle overlay. Multi-Teese has straps be arranged in a number of different ways and magnetic closures for (ahem) quick release, and Satine-Teese mixes vintage styling with Wonderbra know-how. Dita's collection with Wonderbra is available across Europe and will be available for purchase online at the end of September. Dita herself starred in the latest Wonderbra ad where she transforms from a mousy scientist to a pinup diva. Watch the video and find out how!

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