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Simple Ways To Brighten Up Your Home For Spring

While the holidays have just passed and it may still be cold outside, I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of colorful spring flowers and clear skies in the coming months. So to hasten the slow approach of spring, I've found a few ways to update your home with some colorful accents without a lot of effort. Plant a keylime tree in your patio or sunny kitchen for a dash of natural aroma and bright color to match. A cherry red pillow against your sofa or bed will certainly bring some much needed color. Even if it's still cold and gray outside, take a look at my slideshow to see how you can easily update your home and be ready when spring finally rolls around!

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Style • Shopping • Fashion

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Catch An Exclusive Sneak Peek At Shopbop's Spring Preview!

Confession- I probably spend more time clicking through Shopbop than I spend "reading" my favorite fashion magazines. It's easy to see why- between the incredible styling, constantly updated selection, and my personal favorite, the lookbook, it's a one stop shop for all of your style needs, wants, and dreams. And right now, I'm needing, wanting, and dreaming about SPRING! Shopbop sent us an exclusive sneak peek at their spring preview styles and I'm smitten- flowy florals, edgy knits, hippie-inspired accessories, and sunshine brights are just the thing to pull me out from under the pile of grey and black I've been living in all winter. Click the slideshow to see the preview for yourself!

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Low-Calorie Holiday Fashions For Vintage Fashionistas

As the holidays approach with their high-calorie temptations, it's helpful to keep in mind that the skimpy fashions of spring are stalking us, ready to pounce in only a few short months. I prescribe a quick glimpse at a body-conscious item once a day to help promote healthy eating habits and the ability to zip all your zippers come April. Just tuck one of these little vintage inspirations within sight while getting dressed and you'll have heavy motivation not to skip your spinning class to do more holiday shopping. Yes, just one glance per day is all it takes to find the strength you'll need to pass up the second eggnog and restrict yourself to just one treat from the dessert table! Just click the slideshow to see my selection of low calorie finds for vintage fashionistas!

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Shopping • Fashion

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Thakoon For Target Debuts December 28th- See The Lookbook Now!

Born in Thailand and raised in Omaha, Thakoon Panichgul has been a name to look out for since his New York debut in 2004. While he his fans include the likes of Rachel Bilson, Demi Moore and Sarah Jessica Parker, we mere mortals can get a piece of Thakoon too! His limited-edition collection for Target's GO International line comes out on December 28, 2008 online and at most Target stores nationwide. This collection is totally affordable (ranging from $16.99 - $44.99!) and features flutter sleeve tees, ruffled tanks, printed swimsuits, and belted shirtdresses. It may be December, but I am so ready for spring to come! Want to see more? Take a look at my SLIDESHOW!

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StyleNews • Fashion

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Dior Hikes Up The Hemlines, Margiela Moves Over, And Much More!

John Galliano shows some leg in his Spring '09 Collection for Dior, famous recluse Martin Margiela may go into hiding forever, spring accessories galore and more!

Dior Hikes Up the Hemlines -wsj.com

Martin Margiela to Exit Margiela? -nytimes.com

Paris Fashion Week: Denim For Charity -style.com

Strike It Rich: 15 Spring Accessories Trends To Get Your Hands On Now -refinery29.com

Going Tall at Roberto Cavalli... Rihanna at Gucci -wwd.com

French Flair: Lingerie Looks From the Runway in Paris -apparelnews.net

A Lensman Always In Vogue -iht.com

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NYFW Spring 09 • Fashion Week • Beauty

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NYFW Backstage Beauty: Get the Julie Haus Hair and Makeup Runway Look

The Julie Haus Spring 2009 collection was all about celebrating the rebellious spirit of women. Enhancing the fun, carefree, and slightly irreverent vibe of the fabulous fashions that lit up the runway were the effortlessly sexy, naturally undone hair and makeup looks. According to Dwight O'Neal, who created the makeup look for The Balm, "It's just very, very natural. Picture a model on a go-see and she's rushing getting in between places and she hops in a cab and just does her makeup really quickly- she throws on lip gloss throws on her mascara really quickly. So it's just the natural beautiful you shining through, not about the makeup." Read on for a step-by-step guide to replicate the hair and makeup looks!

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Links & Thinks: Olsens To Design A Men's Line, And More!

Viktor & Rolf say no to Paris Fashion Week, Alex Wang street style, Olsens looking into men's line, and more!

You Just Can't Kill It -nytimes.com

The Moscow Mash -style.com

Street Seen: Are You a Wangster? -refinery29.com

One for the Boys -wwd.com

YSL lands In Kuala Lumpur -jcreport.com

Hey-Ya! A Celebrity-Driven Clothing Label That Actually Works -vanityfair.com

Viktor & Rolf say 'no' to Paris Fashion Week -stylelist.com

Power Clutches -nypost.com

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NYFW Spring 09 • Fashion Week • Fashion

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New York Fashion Week Trend Report: Asymmetry On The Runways

You don't have to be in the front rows to tilt your head at one of Spring 2009's most notable trends. Designers have been dabbling in asymmetry for some time now but this time around, one-shouldered dresses were put front and center, a significant departure from previous seasons where the daring look seemed to be pushed to the sidelines. Max Azria looked at asymmetry from a different angle with a one-shouldered, bias-cut gown with a front halter strap, while Marc Jacobs indulged in his signature offbeat style by sending a model down the catwalk in a quirky, single shoulder-baring top. Nicole Miller layered a structured asymmetrical shift over a crisp shirt dress making the look oddly workplace appropriate, and BCBGMAXAZRIA's coral-pink asymmetrical dress was draped so beautifully, giving the illusion that it was falling off the model- intentionally, I'm certain. Click the SLIDESHOW to see who else picked up on the trend.

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NYFW Spring 09 • Fashion Week • Fashion

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New York Fashion Week Trend Report: Acid Brights

Flashing lights aren't just for the cameras, and this season was all about the candid look of acid brights- those neon tones that, when done right, transcend the dreaded day-glo look and become patches of pure spontaneity. Alexander Wang, taking a break from the blacks and greys that defined his Fall 2008 collection, opted for punchy pinks and oranges for Spring 2009, sometimes in the same outfit. Matthew Williamson paired bright jackets and pants with even brighter heels, Tadashi Shoji squeezed lime green over skirts and anoraks, and Chris Benz played up sheer neutrals with shades of yellow ranging from canary to fluorescent. If you're still not seeing neon, opt for a more subtle splash- a neon bandeau peeking out from a black or tan tank, a brighter-than-usual sandal, or for the truly faint of heart- neon nail polish. As for stares you'll get-- we're pretty sure they're looks of envy. Check out the slideshow for some of the brightest looks from New York Fashion Week.

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NYFW Spring 09 • Design • Fashion Week • Fashion

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New York Fashion Week Runway: Carmen Marc Valvo Has Eveningwear Squared Away

Renowned for the unique details he incorporates into eveningwear, Carmen Marc Valvo built upon this trademark for his Spring 2009 collection, choosing to focus on one detail in particular- the square. Body-con woven ribbon dresses, gorgeous metallic leather square skirts, eye-catching patent square sequin appliques, and geometric basket woven details transformed pretty dresses into show-stopping numbers, and swimsuits were given the square treatment as well. Taking a break from the rigidity of the square shape, black microfiber twisted jersey dresses added fluidity to the collection with the perfect balance of draping and tailoring, and a pair of pleated trousers ensured that Valvo's signature elegance will travel from ballroom to boardroom in style.
Colors: black, ivory, canary yellow, grass green
Celeb Sightings: Emmy Rossum, Tamara Tunie, Ingrid Seynhaeve
Click the slideshow to see the looks in action, and be sure to check out Stylehive members' favorite Carmen Marc Valvo designs!

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