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Like any other trend, animal prints can either be very right or very wrong. While some women look sophisticated and very stylish, others can look overwhelmed in the look. The key to making this trend work is scale– try it in an accessory such as a fabulous shoe or gorgeous handbag. With just a dose of leopard print in your …
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It’s safe to say no one wears Ugg boots because they’re stylish or fashionable. Rather people wear them for their comfort and warmth. And in the middle of a Chicago winter, it’s easy to see why so many women (and men) are slipping their feet into the fur-lined boots. But it’s not just warmth-seeking Chicagoans and Mid-Westerners who wear …
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It is no mystery that prints are an interesting way to add depth to an outfit, not to mention flattering! The recent paris fashion week, in September, showed tons of prints for the season. The prints were splashed across all different pieces of outfits, dresses, tops, shorts and even shoes. I personally love big prints, paired with the right other …
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The doctors are telling us to wear them so they must be functional. Sunglasses-they are good for our health and wardrobe, everyone needs a pair. Sunglasses never leave fashion and can be worn year round by both men and women. Popular styles for this summer are aviators, oversized and wayfarers. Besides protection for your eyes, sunglasses have a are a …
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Flip flops are without a doubt the easiest shoe to be worn. With only a quick slip on you can be wearing a shoe that also allows your feet to breath during hot summer days. Flip flops are the ultimate summer shoe that can be worn in any casual setting. They can be worn to the beach, shopping, casual lunch, …
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Fedora hats have been around since the 1920′s when gangsters used to wear them, more recently they have shown up on celebrities on summer days and now on USA’s television show “White Collar.” Whatever the inspiration these hats have swarmed the streets of Chicago, these are definitely not the wool fedoras of yesteryear. These days fedoras are worn in the …
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Uptown, Midtown, Downtown, fedora’s are being worn all over NYC by women of all ages. The original male accessory is now desired to be worn by women. A fedora is this summer’s must have! You don’t need to wait for a bad hair day to wear a fedora hat. This season the fedora is typically being worn with a casual …
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Show off those legs while its hot! Shorts, they are easy, breezy and perfect for July’s heat. During the summer, shorts can be worn day or night. In an casual or a little more dressed setting. This year high waisted shorts are a favorite. Denim or fabric are both trendy this season. These shorts look fantastic with a tank top tucked …
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It’s time to give those gladiator heels and ballet slippers a rest and move into the fun shoes of summer. We love espadrillies, wedges and flats that wrap or tie which is a glam addition to maxi or mini skirts or shorts. These fun polka-dot espadrilles could dress up a pair of shorts or be a nice choice for a …
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You know it is summer time when every where you look there are stripes. As eyes are easily attracted to them, stripes can’t go unnoticed. This timeless pattern is worn by the bold and beautiful NYC women of all ages. Shirts, skirts, dresses…stripes are an option. Of course blue and white are classic combinations but don’t be afraid to be a …