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Tis the season! 2007-12-03 22:28:00 Whether you're shopping for your mother, sister, best friend, or if you'd like to treat yourself to something special this holiday season, Bath and Body Works has something I'm sure you'd love! Your favorite holiday treats are back and have added two new scents to line up! Now available at Bath and Body Works are the Holiday Temptations. Scents include: Twisted Peppermint, Dreamy Chocolate Mint, Sassy Strawberry Mint, Glittery Gumdrop, and Sugar and Spice.Left to right: Tempations scents in Twisted Peppermint, Dreamy Chocolate Mint, Sassy Strawberry Mint, Glittery Gumdrop, and Sugar Spice, all $12, www.bathandbodyworks.com.Satisfy your holiday cravings with a mouth-watering scent from the Temptations collection. Each scent also includes: a 3-in-1 Body Wash, Bubble Bath and Shampoo, Body Lotion, Shimmer Body Powder, Body Scrub and a yummy lipgloss. Make someone's Christmas this year by showing them just how much you care when you purchase some of these fantastic products. These bea ...

Festive Frocks! 2007-12-01 08:00:00 Sanaa Lathan at Essence Magazine's December Cover Party on November 28, 2007Lil' Mama at the "This Christmas" premiere on November 12, 2007 Christina Milian at the "House Of Taylor" Jewelry Collection launch on November 10, 2007 Take a cue from the ladies above and sparkle this season in a festive frock in a bold hue. Bold hues are sure to help you turn heads this winter, so pull out that perfect special-occasion dress and get the party started!Left to right: Satin Racerback Dress, $19.80, Forever21; Crystal Pleated Dress, $24.50, Wet Seal; Curvy jersey ruched dress, $89, Victoria's Secret; Morgan Ruched Envelope Dress, $118; Macy*s. ...

Nerd Alert! 2007-11-30 14:55:00 Four eyed fashionistas and fashionistos and the like are turning in their petite frames for a new pair of specs - Professorial aka "geek" glasses. The influence came straight from the runway - they were shown going down the cawalk during the Yigal Azrouel Fall 2007 show (see: slideshow below). This look also previously triumphed on the spring runways. At Dolce & Gabbana, for one, models sported geeky turquoise glasses and severe topknots, a look that's usually more popular at your local library. In Paris, Balenciaga's Nicolas Ghesquiere dressed his girls in hefty square-rimmed frames that might do double duty in a high school chem lab. Miu Miu showed teeny glasses in bright colors, while models at Marc by Marc Jacobs wore graphic black or white versions (not shown). Stars such as Angela Simmons, Scarlett Johannson, and Chris Brown among others have already sported this "geek chic" look. What do I think? Believe it or not, I’m into it. I already have to wear glasses anyway and I'm ...

Embrace your inner nerd! 2007-11-30 14:54:00 As you can tell, I'm lovin' this trend! Which is why I had to give you the best of the rest and shed light on a few celebrities who have already be seen wearing the trend.Above: Episode photo of Angela Simmons from the "Rock in Run's House" episode that aired last night.Above: Outtake photo of Chris Brown from his cd, Exclusive. (Just sexy!, LOL.)Whose idea was it to make smart "uncool" anyway? Some airhead, probably. One who reads books only because they're assigned for a particular course. Or, one who has higher scores on the PS3 than the SAT. Not you, right? Right. You're smart! More importantly, you're not obsessed with impressing others. That's why you can pull this look off so well. You are who you are, and you're proud of it. Maybe you let every person you see know it, or maybe you just keep it to yourself. Either way, you're comfortable in your own skin. Click here to view various styles of the wayfarer-style glasses.Love this trend?!?!?! Shop more geek chic finds here ...

So Retro! 2007-11-29 11:59:00 Rihanna channels the 1920s with a flapper-style haircut at the 2007 MTV Movie Awards.Rihanna channels the 1940s with a glossy pink lip, long lashes and a red vintage hat.Rihanna channels the 1960s with her '60s girl-group inspired hairstyle complete with soft curls, strong black eyeliner and a pale pink lip.When fashion and creativity collide, there is no limit to what you can do and Rihanna proves that everytime. Like all of us, I'm sure Rihanna is aware that many of the fashion styles from previous eras are still being worn today. And, it's no secret that mixing those styles with modern pieces will give your look that little somethin'-somethin' you've been looking for.Spotlight On Style! tip: If you're really interested in creating a new look for yourself, research the era of your choice to get a better understanding of the fashion and beauty trends worn during that time, then experiment with different beauty looks from those eras to create a look that's unique and original. ...

A man's touch! 2007-11-27 15:54:00 Above: Thandie NewtonA little definitely goes a long way and Thandie Newton proved that when she added a touch of masculinity to her sweet evening dress by tossing on a menswear-inspired blazer. The look gives off of a sophisticated and refined vibe that isn't overwhelming and is perfect for a night on the town. To get the most mileage from this look, pair a sparkly evening gown with a good quality blazer. Also, finish the look by pairing it with shoes, a clutch, and understated accessories that match your blazer for the ultimate in chic. ...

First Annual Hair Show & Beauty Expo! 2007-11-23 18:55:00 The Voice of New York City, Angie Martinez along with Covergirl Queen Collection, Akademiks and Hot 97 present the First Annual Angie Martinez Hair Show & Beauty Expo scheduled for Saturday, November 24, 2007.Bringing together hair, make-up, beauty, music, and fashion, this groundbreaking event marks the country's premiere celebrity driven hair & beauty convention for the multi-cultural woman. Top beauty experts, stylists, makeup artists and industry insiders will come together for the first time to give Angie's listeners tips on what products work best for their hair, complexion and lifestyle. Taking place on this Saturday at New York's Hammerstein Ballroom, this all day event will be filled with Q&A panels, hair competitions, performances, giveaways and more.Joining Hot 97's first lady for this event are recording artists: Missy Elliot, Keyshia Cole, Eve, Ashanti, and Nina Sky. Actress Meagan Good, celebrity stylists and make-up artists Misa Hylton, JJ and Rafael, as well as reno ... Amp

"In" Style!: Jules Smith Designs 2007-11-20 14:44:00 In this edition of "In" Style!, I wanted to give you all some insight on how to stay ahead of the crowd by knowing what's "in" in accessories. I recently interviewed Gina Nigrelli of Jules Smith Designs to give us the down-low on what accessories to rock this season. How would you describe your personal style?Island chic. I try and make my style appear effortless. I don’t like a lot of fuss over an outfit. What's one item that you can't live without and why?My running shoes, I would be fat and depressed without them. =) In addition to a statement handbag and shoes that are to die for, what would you consider to be the hottest accessories this fall/winter? A Jules Smith Kiss Kiss Petite Necklace in yellow gold. No ensemble is complete without that perfect piece of jewelry. With that in mind, what piece(s) of jewelry should every girl own?A long necklace with a large pendant, it dresses up any outfit.Is BIGGER always better when it comes to accessories?YES. Just look at my line!Wh ...

Look of the Day!: Beyonce 2007-11-19 14:18:00 Beyonce at the 2007 American Music Awards held last night Los Angeles, CA.Ms. Knowles was an effortless beauty at the American Music Awards held last night in L.A., in a mermaid-inspired satin gown. The singer/songwriter/actress upped the ante with jewel encrusted accessories (click photos to enlarge) and complemented the dress with soft makeup and metallic nails, for a look that was utterly fabulous!What do you think of her look? Share your thoughts. ... Beyonce

Feelin' like an EleVen! 2007-11-17 09:48:00 On a scale of 1 to 10, I'd definitely say I'm an 11! Bold, huh? Maybe. But, that's the manifesto behind Venus Williams' new line, EleVen. The tennis pro seeks to empower women with her clothing line by inspiring them to be fearless, fabulous, and feminine as well as urging us to be more and feel like more.Venus Williams, who graduates in fashion design from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale in December, launched "EleVen," a new celebrity collaboration with Steve & Barry's on November 15, 2007. To celebrate the launch, Williams did an in-store appearance at the chain store's Manhattan Mall location in New York, where she signed autographs for excited fans who lined up outside the store for a chance to meet the top-ranked athlete, who has U.S. Open and Wimbledon titles to her name.All items in this sporty collection, which include long sleeve logo t-shirts, track suits, shorts, sports bras, sunglasses, visors and outerwear, and more are priced under $20. Williams' stop in New Y ...

Style Spotlight!: Pfatty Girl Accessories 2007-11-16 10:10:00 It was love at first sight when I came across Pfatty Girl Accessories. No matter your age, size, or sense of style, every woman will find something that is “uniquely her” at Pfatty Girl. With a fabulous selection of handmade one-of-a-kind pieces and a full range of accessories that suit our varying body types, I just had to share my fab find with you here at Spotlight On Style!. Enjoy!What originally led you to the path of jewelry design?We both shared a love of accessories, but for plus size women the accessory market was practically non-existent in North America. The decision to cater to women of all sizes came out of necessity and frustration more than anything else. I think many women can relate to trying on bracelets that couldn’t get past their hand or choked their wrist. Not to mention necklaces that fit like chokers. In addition, for the average size woman, although she had many places to find accessories, she also found many women wearing the same accessories as she owne ...

All Grown Up!!! 2007-11-15 11:07:00 Above: Eva Pigford at the "Why Did I Get Married?" premiere on October 10, 2007.Above: Ciara at the 2007 BET Awards on June 26, 2007.Once upon a time, Mary Jane's were shoes only worn by children. That was a very long time ago and since then the Mary Jane has grown up. The new variations of the classic Mary Jane will have you taking notice of just how versatile and totally adult these casual shoes can truly be. (See items below) Left to right: Classic Mary Jane Peep toe pump in green, $35; Satin Peep Toe Mary Jane Pump, $28; Rinaldi Retro Platform, $50; all available at Fly Jane.net. Source: About.com ...

Coming Soon! 2007-11-14 09:40:00 Spotlight On Style! presents the 2007 Holiday Guide!Segments include: Gift ideas for everyone on your list!Great gifts starting under $20!Style Guides: tips for looking glam at holiday parties!Entertainment: Get advice on hosting your most memorable event yet and much, much more!Stay tuned to Spotlight On Style! and check back daily for the holiday guide coming in December. Also, take advantage of the fabulous offers available on the site and look forward to seeing more holiday-inspired ads in December. :) Stay tuned and remember, this holiday season, "do everything with style!" ...

Rack Room Shoes Giveaway! 2007-11-14 09:00:00 Rack Room Shoes has partnered with WomansDay.com to give 5 lucky women a new shoe wardrobe! The winners will be able to choose any pair of shoes in the athletic, dress, work and casual categories from Rack Room Shoes' massive top brand offerings. Brands include: Skechers, Nine West, Steve Madden, Dockers, Rockport, Columbia, Nike, Reebok, New Balance and many others. Their shoes always reflect the latest fashions at the best prices for the whole family. And with the holidays just around the corner, how great is that?Enter today and win over $300 worth of footwear. Click here to enter! ...

Let's start the healin'! 2007-11-08 15:04:00 As the seasons change, so should your haircare routine. During the colder months, many of us notice that our hair becomes dryer and more fragile, but often do nothing about it. Now, I'm sure that most of us can attest to going from "happy" to "nappy" in a short matter of time during the winter because of the harsh effects the weather has on our hair, right? *sniffles* Right! So, let's get an early start on our New Year's Resolutions and vow to keep our locks in tip-top shape this season.Let's face it ladies, if we want salon results at home, we're gonna have to put more effort into taking care of our hair. We need to step it up this season because that "wash and go" look that worked in the summer just won't cut it during the winter months. Look to the selected products below for delicious deep treatment masks that are designed to meet the needs of YOUR hair texture.Left to Right: Ojon Restorative Hair Treatment, $55, www.ojon.com; Fango Active Mud for Hair and Scalp, $36.50, www. ...