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  • In a few days, July will be over and summer will run into its last month. This gets me very excited. Why? Fall/Winter comes into play, finally! As a stylist, the fall (or the colder months) is the best time of the year. When the colder months arrive, it's layers all over and you seriously get to express your style to a whole different level. Summer is about kicking back, relaxing, and just having fun. Everyone needs a little break from time to time. When the fun is over, back to business - we get dragged all the way to the holidays. In a way, the fun doesn't really stop, does it? Well, being a stylist, the fun really never stops; it just gets better when Fall/Winter comes along.
    This is the time to prepare for the coming season. I have chosen one of my favorite articles of clothing to prepare for the coming season. This particular item, I believe, is a transitional article of clothing. The cardigan. It can be worn during the summer (preferably during the evenings) and it goes into full effect during fall and winter. I absolutely love the cardigan sweater. With so many designers putting their unique detailing in the new wave of these knitwear wonders, I'm making it a personal mission to get my hands on plenty of cardigans the next time I head out for some retail therapy.
    Here are some quality and worth the purchase cardigans gentlemen:
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    Lanvin double-breasted wool cardigan
    J.Crew classic cashmere cardigan
    Marc by Marc Jacobs silk-blend cardigan
    J.Crew two-tone shawl collar cardigan
    Maison Martin Margiela wool-blend shoulder patch
    Alexander McQueen merino wool cardigan
    Alexander McQueen asymmetric buttoned cardigan
    Alexander McQueen asymmetric shawl collar cardigan
    Etro cardigan with herringbone trim
    Alexander McQueen asymmetric wool cardigan
    We all have to thank Lieutenant General James Thomas Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan (1797 - 1868) for this wonderful creation. One of the many lovely things about this style of knitwear is that you can layer this on a simple t-shirt or put it on top of a dress shirt, with a tie around your neck (or bow tie), and make it look more sophisticated. It's not as serious as wearing a full on suit, but in the elegant fashion in which it is presented makes it a great substitute to a blazer.
    Alexander McQueen - 1:09 PM

    A Little Fall, Please

    I n a few days, July will be over and summer will run into its last month. This gets me very excited. Why? Fall/Winter comes into play, fina...

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    There was this picture posted up, a couple of days ago, by The Sartorialist (< click link for the picture) that made me skip a heart beat. The outfit, the woman, the entire image was heavenly. The beauty was in its simplicity. She wore all white and accessorized like a pro! That's the best possible way to show off an entire white outfit, all about contrasts!. I wanted to mimic that look here to share with the rest of you. The necklace she was wearing wasn't too clear and her belt drove me crazy, but I did my best to find something similar, just like a couple of other items in the look. The belt is a multi-colored woven belt with a brown leather buckle. The belt I chose does the original no justice but the style of belt works fine as well.
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    Off white chino trousers from Top Shop
    Lauren by Ralph Lauren "Mandell" ruffle broadcloth blouse
    Ray-Ban Jackie Ohh
    Hermes Twilly pink scarf ( similar to this, wrapped around her wrist next to...)
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    Hermes H-Hour wristwatch
    Dior necklace
    Lauren by Ralph Lauren woven belt
    If you take a look at the original image, I assure you, it will make you smile.
    fashion - 2:46 PM

    Divine

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    Ladies and gentleman, I would love to introduce to you a very special person in my life. She is my fashion soul-mate; she is my label spouse. We both share the appreciation for art and share the importance and devotion to all that is style. She is a former model, certified fashion journalist, and the art director of Daily Star. She is one half of S&M (no, not that s&m), my better half. She is S.
    Sabrina will be, from time to time, contributing to this blog. Her knowledge should be taken to effect so I recommend the words you read from her should be put into practice. This specific piece is strictly for the ladies, but gentlemen, this is definitely something you can share with the women in your lives.

    Tabula Rasa

    Being an art-director for zero-budget photo shoots can be a major pain in the donkey. Not only do you have to find creative ways to make your set look glamorous, (I once had to improvise a backdrop for a Halloween party scene using a clothesline, a couple of old bed-covers, a few dead branches and a bucket), you can’t afford to hire professional models or make-up artists. Finding pretty people to grace your pages isn’t the hard part, contrary to what one may think. Bangladesh is full of pretty faces. Getting those faces ready for the camera? That’s a different story altogether.
    Too often have I had to deal with models who just rush in from a long commute and onto the makeup chair without cleansing their faces. The lucky ones with unblemished skin don’t bother with things like skin tone. Models aren’t the only ones committing this basic beauty crime. Go to a wedding, or a high-profile event, and you will be able to spot the improperly applied, brittle cakes of foundation on many a face.
    The purpose of make-up is to enhance one’s features and hide one’s flaws. Just as every  painter needs a fresh canvas to work on, and the same principle applies to faces.  Let’s look at how you can get your face prepped for make-up magic.

    Working from inside out

    Over the long haul, the best way to maintain flawless skin is to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Drink lots of water, get plenty of sleep, avoid fried and fatty foods, eat fruits, and exercise. Oh, and dont skip the sunscreen. None of this should be news to you, although it’s harder to implement than preach. The hard work definitely pays off, and you’ll end up needing less to look better.

    Cleanse, tone, moisturize

    This skincare mantra applies whether or not you’re planning to pretty up your face with a little maquillage. The importance of cleansing is a no-brainer; we all know how the build-up of dirt and oils makes for pimples, and is just really gross to boot. Pick your cleansers to suit your skin, though. For me, personally, Bella Pierre’s Milk Facial Cleanser is a favourite, because it’s hypo-allergenic, smells good, and cleanses and moisturises at the same time. I chase it with the Bella Pierre toner for a quick pick-me-up. A word of caution; if you have oily skin, go easy on the toner, because, like soap, strips your face of oil, and this might cause your skin to overcompensate by producing more oil.
    There are many people who are also either lazy about exfoliating, or too scrub-happy. Strike a healthy balance, and use your facial scrubs no more than three days a week, follow with a gentle cleanser (never soap) and then moisturize like it’s going out of style.

    All primed up

    This gets a section to itself because so few people use it locally, or even know what it is. Just as you use a base coat before applying nail polish, you use primer before applying your foundation. This does double duty as moisturizer and toner, and evens out your skin tone. Most importantly, though, it will lock your foundation in place, and prevent your face from going all melty in hot weather, and at the same time, it creates a barrier between your make up and your skin, so that your skin doesn’t absorb harmful pigments, and your foundation doesn’t soak up the oil and get greasy. Nifty, eh? My personal favourite is the Laura Mercier Foundation Primer, which is loaded with herbal goodies that soothe the skin and prevent future breakouts. If you’re blessed with acne-free skin, you’re good to go. If, however, you’ve got a spotty issue, it’s time to bring in the concealers to hide the bumps. Start with green concealer, which, when applied to red pimples, cancels out the redness. Pat gently, until the red is covered, then dot over with regular concealer about a shade lighter than your complexion. Remember to pat and not rub, so that it blends in naturally. I’ve found that concealers in pots and tubes are more effective than the ‘stick’ ones. Again, Laura Mercier is a favourite.

    Cleansed, toned, moisturized, and primed up for action? Your canvas is now ready for the artwork to begin. Enjoy!
    Bella Pierre - 7:45 PM

    Back to Basics

    fashioncelebrityonline.blogspot.com L adies and gentleman, I would love to introduce to you a very special person in my life. She is my f...

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    It's no secret that my ultimate destination has always been Milano. Since I was a child, I always found myself under the spell of all that is Italia. For me, it's more than just the fashion aspect of Milan; I have always been drawn to the culture.
    I have this scene in my mind that keeps playing over and over. To me, it's the perfect morning waiting to transition into an afternoon. I'm sitting at a table at a local indoor/outdoor Milanese cafe by myself. Covered all in Italian threads, I take sips of my cappuccino. I breathe in the Milan air while watching the beautiful and chic Italian women walking by from one direction to another. I am dressed as there is a purpose but not of the professional manner. I dress as I am in my sartorial nature, I drink because it brings pleasure to my taste buds and warms my heart. Purpose? Sitting there, enjoying the beauty, and finally saying to myself, "I've done it. I am doing what I have always wanted to do. Sto vivendo la dolce vita."
    This is probably a similar outfit that I would be wearing:
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    Gucci Slim Fit Cotton Shirt
    Brioni two-button wool blazer
    Brioni moleskin trousers
    Gucci loafers
    Ray-Ban (NEW) Wayfarer  
     I usually feel naked without a tie, but it's about living the life that I've always wanted to live. Relaxed and magnificently stylish.
    Brioni - 10:28 PM

    La Dolce Vita

    I t's no secret that my ultimate destination has always been Milano . Since I was a child, I always found myself under the spell of all ...

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    It has to be a bit more difficult to trim it down to my top five favorite pieces of each show. The reason I decided to only choose 5 is because the majority of the pieces are simply amazing and mind blowing. I tried and it was heartbreaking to leave some of them out from each designer who presented their brilliance at the Fall 2011 Couture runway shows in Paris.
    *images from Style.com
    • Alexis Mabille
    •  Armani Privé
    • Azzedine Alaïa (first show in 8 years)
    •  Bouchra Jarrar
    •  Chanel (one of the more difficult ones)
    •  Christian Dior
    •  Elie Saab
    •  Giambattista Valli
    •  Givenchy
    •  Jean Paul Gaultier (another difficult one)
    •  Maxime Simoens
    •  Valentino
     Nothing tops a few shows of Haute Couture. Even though he's trouble, John Galliano's genius was missed at Dior. Apart from that, there was plenty to show and plenty to love from all the shows.
    Alexis Mabille - 2:55 PM

    Back to Paris

    I t has to be a bit more difficult to trim it down to my top five favorite pieces of each show. The reason I decided to only choose 5 is bec...

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