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Boyfriend jeans are trending again this fall, though they’re less baggy and more tapered than years past. They go great with a simple tee or tank and a pair of Toms, though you can pair them with heels and a fitted blouse for a dressier look. What’s a boyfriend jean? In a nutshell, …

Dolce and Gabbana Fall Runway Show 2012 This fall and winter season has brought out the old world feel with a contemporary touch. Hitting the runways this past fall were models adorned with baroque inspired fashion with touches of gold! Dolce and Gabbana (see above) showcases this trend with embroidered boots, vintage jackets, and even gold hair pieces fit for …

If you thought that black was just another boring basic, you should think again. Black is in for Fall/ Winter 2012 and there is nothing basic about its Gothic nature. Brands ranging from Chanel to YSL and Alexander McQueen have all created looks to go with the trend. Gucci has created a 19th century dark romance look that has featured slithery …

Kristen Stewart in Florabotanica Ad Campaign Kristen Stewart, the edgy and complex actress has recently been picked to be the face of newest fragrance, Florabotanica by Balenciaga. Kristin was an interesting pick for the campaign considering she is very tom-boyish, and was quoted from a WWD interview that she does not like perfumes in general. However, Kristin Stewart still jumped …

Multi-platinum recording artist Nicki Minaj celebrated the launch of her fragrance, Pink Friday, with a personal appearance at Macy’s Herald Square in NYC, where she meet with 300 lucky fans on Monday, September 24, 2012. But Nicki couldn’t do it alone, she partnered with Elizabeth Arden, a global prestige beauty products company who helped her fragrance come to life. A natural progression in …

When most people think leather they cannot help but refer to the classic black biker jackets! But this season it’s official, leather isn’t just for jackets, bags, and boots anymore. Leather is used to make dresses, trousers, coats, gloves, hats as well as shoes, and jewelry. And when it comes to color it comes in many shades but black is …

Maxi dresses have always been one of my fave to wear in the Spring and Summer because they’re so comfy and you can dress them up or wear them casual. There was no shock that the maxi had returned another season! This time it bought a few friends, I’ve been spotting celebs wearing maxi length skirts, and also cardigans. I …

This Spring I have been seeing more feminine clothes with lace details and I am in love!! Lace is so girly and adds great flair to simple LBD’s (little black dresses) or blouses. You can also dress up lace or wear it casual. Check out these lovely pictures of the lace trend! See ya guys right here next Friday….xo Ashley …

This season I have noticed athletic wear on the runways among designers Alexander Wang, Stella McCartney, and small brands like H&M. Basically the designers are mixing flirty feminine pieces with athletic wear that reflects a more sporty look. Until next week guys! Ashley Thomas

Alright fashionistas, I know you all have seen them and you may even own one yourself. It’s flowy, high in the front and longer in the back. Yep, I’m talking about the ever new popular skirt/dress that goes by the name “high/low skirt”. I first laid my eyes upon a few at Buffalo Exchange in several colors. And now I …