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Dare to Wear: Shiny Leggings 2007-11-07 15:15:00 Above: Cassie at the Sean John Women's launch party on October 19, 2007 Above: Lauren London at the BET Hip-Hop Awards on October 13, 2007Above: Candid of Rihanna leaving her hotel in NYC on October 10, 2007For Fall/Winter 2007-2008, the leggings trend was brought well into the future! Forget the plain black cotton because leggings, tights, and pants as we know them have been livened up by shiny metallics and rubbery skin-hugging materials. What do you think of this trend? Are you daring enough to wear shiny leggings? Share your thoughts.Source: WireImage and Fashionising ...

It's good to be sheen! 2007-11-06 09:29:00 Above: Alicia Keys on the set of 106th & Park on September 24, 2007.Above: Nia Long at the 9th Annual Benefit for the Lili Claire Foundation on October 14, 2006 Sheen is the item to be seen in! These babies take center stage when paired with sleek black trousers for the workweek or with skinny denim for the weekend - giving you a dose of fabulosity wherever you go! Above: Silk Wrap Blouse, $79; Silk Bubble-Sleeve Blouse, $44.25; Rose-Print Banded-Bottom Blouse, $51.75; Metallic Bubble-Sleeve Wrap Top, $51.75; all available at Macy*s. ...

Fire & Ice! 2007-11-05 14:32:00 Fire & Ice, founded by Robert Levine in 1980, is a jewelry store that features a wide selection of unique art glass by today's most prominent artists as well as ancient fossils from around the world. Fire & Ice also carries silver and gold jewelry, decorated with both traditional and distinctive gemstones and minerals. Above: Various items from Fire & Ice's holiday collectionRobert Levine of the collection aesthetic: At Fire & Ice, the collections are as varied as what you might find in open air markets in far away lands. Art Glass, in all its wonderful forms, is arranged throughout each store, brightly representing some of the most respected and brilliant glass artists and studios in the United States and Canada, as well as around the world. Fossil specimen, petrified woods & pinecones, and fascinating crystal formations stand as silent guardians of secrets of the ancient world-secrets held for millions of years. Carving, the oldest form of Man's artistic expression, is well repre ... Amp

Looks We Love: The Cardigan 2007-11-03 18:09:00 Above: Mariah Carey during the NY State Jury Duty postage stamp dedication ceremony on September 12, 2007Above: Model Liya Kebede at the "Things We Lost in the Fire" screening on October 6, 2007Above: Chudney Ross at the Mercedes Benz Spring 2008 Fashion Week in L.A. on October 14, 2007Short and sweet or long and lean, the cardigan is back in a BIG way. These cute cover-ups offer new takes on workweek sophistication or casual weekend style. Paired with your favorite dress or classic turtleneck, this is the layer you can't live without!!! See my picks below for a little inspiration. :)Above: Pleated sleeve cardigan, $30, Top Shop; Crochet cardigan, $24.80, Forever21; Two-pocket cardigan, $20, Forever21; Sweater cape cardigan, $24.80, Forever21; Cashmere cape sleeve cardigan, $75, Top Shop; V-neck knit cardigan, $17, Charlotte Russe.Source: Macy*s ...

Your vote counts! 2007-11-02 18:55:00 If you have yet to visit The Fashion Bomb blog, I suggest you do so and pronto! Back from Miami and hard at work, Claire (the blog author) is asking that we all visit her site and vote on The Most Fashionable Fashion Bomber! Fashion Bomb readers from around the globe with varying interpretations of style have sent in their submissions for the contest and we want YOU to vote on your favorites. Cast your vote by leaving a comment and tune in daily as the top choices will be revealed soon. Also, stay tuned for round two scheduled to be held next week.Best of luck to all the contestants and congrats on a fabulous blog Claire! ...

What A Relief!!! 2007-11-02 14:46:00 Join the likes of Jessica Biel and get involved in Relief International's latest efforts, which is to provide relief to the crisis in Darfur.Above: Jessica Biel posed on the red carpet to show off her Relief beads at the Darfur Now screening on October 30, 2007.Relief Beads is a grassroots campaign selling handmade African bracelets to raise money for Relief International’s efforts in Darfur. Established in 1990, Relief International hasadministered relief-providing services to thousands of people and donated millions of dollars to several crises worldwide. Relief International’s current priority is to provide relief to the crisis in Darfur. Since the conflict began in 2004, more than 2.5 million people have been displaced from their homes and the crisis is only getting worse. Each bracelet is individually made, so no two bracelets look alike. The bracelets cost $8 and the proceeds provide the following:1 Relief Beads provides two months of education for a student2 Relief Beads bu ...

A-head of the game! 2007-11-01 22:37:00 Don't be fooled into thinking that "fashion" only consists of clothing and accessories! Up your style factor with the season's must-have headgear.Alicia KeysRihannaWith winter just around the corner, you're gonna need something cute and cozy to keep your head warm during the cooler months, right? Right. Beanies and berets have been around forever and are constantly showing up on some of our most favorite celebrities. Perfect for "bad hair days" and even better for adding some edge to your look, beanies and berets are a must-have for every fashionista. For a casual daytime look, top it off with your beloved beanie (or beret!) to pull the look together. Selected beanies and berets at varying prices; all available at Forever 21. ...

Berry Delightful! 2007-11-01 22:13:00 Above: Beyonce wearing a cranberry-hued dress at Usher's fragrance release party on September 25, 2007.When thinking of the best hues to wear during the season, colors like: deep red, burnt orange, and chocolate brown come to mind. Now don't get me wrong, these colors are beautiful and they work well on most any complexion; but, take note from Ms. Knowles and make a bold impression this season in a fun and fruity hue! Below are suggestions for what hues look best on what skintone.Cool complexions: Those with cool color profiles look best wearing hues in red and plum. These color choices are best for you because cooler complexions look great in very bold colors.Warm complexions: Those with warm color profiles look best wearing hues in dark peach and golden brown. These color choices are best for you because you have a lot of depth and coloring to your skin tone and these hues will accent it even more. ...

Technical Difficulties!!! 2007-10-30 15:11:00 Hey y'all!Posts will be very slow this week as I am trying to get my computer back online. Somehow the network is offline and it won't allow me to do anything for long periods of time. I hope to have things back up and moving very soon and thank you all for continuing to visit me here daily. Continue to check back as I will have some fabulous new posts available for you real soon. For now, chat with me in the cbox and take advantage of the fabulous discounts available throughout the site.Thanks.XOXO,Talysha ...

Boyish Charm! 2007-10-25 14:53:00 Menswear-inspired pieces are a must-have for fall and like true fashion risktakers, Amerie and Jessica Simpson show the world how to wear the look confidently. Above: Amerie arriving at Out Magazine's Out 100 Awards in New York City.Above: Jessica Simpson poses on the red carpet during the MTV Video Music Awards in 2003.To wear this look and wear it well, don't be fooled into thinking that menswear only consists of tailored suits. Let that fearless fashionista inside of you come out and play for awhile by taking this look and putting your own little twist on it. In doing so, I suggest that you make the look your own by wearing a sleek pantsuit paired with the season's bold hues. Also, invest in a fitted vest or a pair of suspenders and team with a fitted shirt to add a feminine twist to this look. ...

Instant Shape! 2007-10-25 11:35:00 Above: "Deep plunge bodysuit" and "High-waist step in" shapewear from the Instant Shape collection. Sexy. Edgy. Revolutionary. These aren't exactly the first words that come to my mind when thinking about shapewear, but this was the vision Dr. Rey, from the hit show “Dr. 90210,” had when he teamed up with Australian designer Bruno Schiavi to create Instant Shape by Dr. Robert Rey. Instant Shape is the first sexy shapewear co-designed by a plastic surgeon. So, not only will it look good, but it will literally drop you a FULL dress size. How great is that?Instant Shape by Dr. Robert Rey was designed using Dr. Rey’s reconstructive plastic surgery secrets as well as Bruno’s knowledge in the lingerie/shapewear category. Dr. Rey has always been an advocate that surgery should be your LAST resort and this new collection is the answer for every woman who wants to correct their body flaws without the high cost or danger of going under the knife. On October 27th, Instant Shape will be ...

Shake your bootie! 2007-10-23 15:51:00 Keyshia Cole pictured wearing a fierce pair of lime green knee-high boots backstage during MiTRL on September 27, 2007.Pictured: Red pointed toe boot, $40, Wet Seal; Corset boot, $40, Fly Jane; Tan leather boot, $200, Steve Madden. Extremely flattering, very practical, and incredibly stylish, knee high boots are here to stay. With a multitude of attributes, knee high boots can make thick calves appear slimmer, cover lower leg flaws, keep your legs warm, and they look incredibly chic for day and night. Below are a few suggestions for wearing knee high boots:Knee High Boots for Larger Legs - Women with larger legs who desire to wear knee high boots should look for a pair of boots that have some stretch in them. Also, look for chunkier heels which are great for heavier legs as they can make your legs appear slimmer. Knee-High Boots for Thinner Legs - Women with thin legs who desire to wear knee high boots should look for a boot with a bit of structure or bulk to it (i.e. the "slouch" boot ...

Model Tendencies! 2007-10-22 23:20:00 Admit it, at one time or another all of us have dreamed of being a supermodel. With the glitz, glam, and all those wonderful perks, who wouldn't want to be a model? Even if you're not 5'7" or taller or stick-thin, you can still be a supermodel. Impossible? Think again. Strut your stuff like the best of 'em when you buy Victoria Secret's newest fragrance, Supermodel. Created in partnership with the Victoria's Secret runway Angels, Supermodel is glamour in every sense of the word. Supermodel is a unique mix of sparkling berry, seductive peach blossom and creamy sandalwood. The scent is undeniably sexy and is sure to turn heads both during the day and at night. Stop in and purchase it for yourself at your local Victoria's Secret or shop online at www.victoriassecret.com.Price: $40-$50Shop: Victoria's Secret ...

Ooh La La! 2007-10-20 23:49:00 Funky Lala's storefront Inside Funky Lala where style and substance collideLocated in New York's East Village, Funky Lala is the one-stop shop for handbags, jewelry, clothing and accessories. And, if that didn't tickle your fancy... try this on for size: Funky Lala has a Nintendo Wii and lounge area at the shop. Just think, you now can have a fuss free day of shopping because the video games and lounge will entertain impatient boyfriends/husbands and children while you browse around. Now, that's definitely worth checkin out! Also, enjoy a glass of champagne while you shop or take a break and relax in the garden, whatever suits you. All this pampering is sure to make a girl say, "Ooh la la!"Address:Funky Lala boutique422 East 9th St.New York, NY 10009Store Inquiries: 212-260-2865Hours: Tue-Fri 1-9pm; Sat 12-8pm; Sun 12-6pmShop: Funky Lala boutique ...

Warming Trends! 2007-10-20 14:06:00 Carrie Underwood rocks a cute pair of gray legwarmers during her performance at the CMT Awards on April 16, 2007. Shown: Rugby leg warmers, $4.80; Crochet leg warmers, $5.80; Striped leg warmers, $6.80; Button-tab leg warmers, $6.80; all available at Forever21.It's fall and the season calls for keeping warm as the wind chill begins to drop. While you are outside shivering, your first thought should be that it's okay to be cute AND warm! :) With that in mind, the perfect solution is... legwarmers! They may look a little awkward at first but teaming them with the right clothing and accessories will guarantee you a fabulous look every time. Pair them with flats and a skirt or with a chunky belt and lots of layers to give you the ultimate fall look! ...