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Stars dazzled 2010 Grammy Awards with styles ranging from glam to casual to rock chick. As  we’ve seen in  is the past, there is no dress code to abide to at Grammy awards.

Some celebrities wore elegant gowns, while others turned heads with skin baring rock ensembles.   And as usual within each style some looks worked (yes, J. Lo and Heidi, you did it again), while other looks didn’t (sorry Lady Gaga, while we get the whole alien vibe, we’re not entirely sure if the intent was to dress up as a human or to moonlight as a stage decoration.)

Here is the round up of best dressed celebrities and how to get a similar look (for mere mortals with mortal cash flow).

Taylor Swift was a vision of elegance  in this Kaufman Franco sexy back gown with jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz and Christian Louboutin shoes.
For a similar look to a black tie event, try this sexy, open back Silver Sequined Dress by Tony Bowls.   For a night out or cocktail event version, go  with this drape sequin dress by Alexander Wang.

Alexander Wang Drapey Stretch Sequin Dress

Beyonce wore Stephanie Rolland with Casadei shoes and jewelry by Lorraine Schwartz.   We like this Bodice Lace Evening Gown
by Terani Couture
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Marisa Miller in vintage Gucci with Neil Lane jewelry and Yves Saint Laurent shoes.  We like this strapless  Aja Dress by ADAM.

ADAM Aja Strapless Dress

Lea Michele(from Glee) looked adorable in Romona Reveza dress with a Fendi bag, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry, and Brian Atwood shoes.
For a more grown up version try this elegant one-shoulder number from D&G.

Fergie in Emilio Pucci with a Kwiat cuff, Jessica Robinson ring and earrings, Le Silla shoes, and a Judith Leiber clutch.
This multi-layer Alice & Olivia One shoulder dress, gives off the same rock-chic vibe and is young and fresh.

Alice + Olivia Multi Layer One Shoulder Dress

Jennifer Hudson stepped out in this Victoria Bekham dress that shows the right assets and hides any imperfections.
To hide stomach excess, go with this Alice and Olivia Peplum dress or try Maggy London Pagoda Sleeve Sheath Dress for a structured shoulders  and fitted look.

Alice + Olivia Peplum Dress
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It is a known fact that many natural deodorants don’t work. So you can understand our leaping excitement when we discovered Kiss My Face Liquid Rock Roll-On Deodorant. In addition to having natural ingredients and forgoing harmful chemicals typically used in over the counter deodorants, this deodorant is also effective, convenient to use, doesn’t stain clothing fabric, and reasonably priced at $6.29(triple gasp).

Kiss My Face Natural Deodorant is available in 5 scentsSummer, Lavender, Peaceful Patchouli, Scented, and Fragrance Free. Note, while this deodorant doesn’t contain antiperspirant, it works well in blocking the sweat odor for 8 hours assuming average daily activities.

Another winning point is the “liquidity”.  Most natural deodorants are hard, which in our experience leaves white smudges on clothes.
It is rare to find a deodorant that is natural, convenient to use, and effective

For more social feedback, check out the heaping four star reviews from 91 happy customers.

Additional Flavors:

For more of the best natural product finds, check out Best Anti-Aging Facial Sunscreen and Moisturizer and Best Lip Stain and Organic Lip Balm guides.

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Sometimes to fully celebrate the end of 2009 and the beginning of 2010, a girl simply craves to make splash. Whether it is to feel beautiful, to rise above the challenges of this year, to get him to notice you (even if it takes the oldest and simplest tricks,  i.e. men are visual creatures), or to simply celebrate wholeheartedly, you just need to go all the way.

When this is the case, these three sparkling dresses will make it happen.   Order now to receive for New Year celebration (or slightly before).

1.Quotation: KAS Sabby Dress -$168.   This dress is a perfect balance of a classy dress that has the right silhouette, and also beautifies.   Available in 2 colors: platinum and champagne, this dress flatters the upper body while showcases your legs.
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2.Platinum One Shoulder Dresses by Scala -$198.  This curve hugging, sexy number raises the stakes so that no matter where you are in the room you will be noticed all night.   The center panel adds visual divider and creates an even slimmer waist.
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3.Platinum Paiette Cocktail Dresses by Scala -$258.  This dress is classy, with figure flattering cut, yet shows off just the right assets.   We love the visual touch: the dazzling embellishments sewn horizontally in the upper part of the dress and vertically below the chest creating a slimmer silhouette.
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Need something to slip into after the party?  Try these fabulous Marc by Marc Jacobs flats to ride home and celebrate New Year day in comfort.

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CashmereCardigansSaleSome people like cold weather and can’t wait to breeze in the brisk air…others (like moi), search for the warmest place in the room and  layer multiple pieces to keep warm, begging the universe to shorten winter by two months, and reorganize seasons such that summer comes right after winter, and lasts for 6 to 7 months.

Given that we can separate wishful thinking from reality, and will be enjoying or enduring the cold weather (depending on which camp you belong to), it is easier to get through the winter and cold spring in warm cashmere.

These cardigans are luxuriously soft, asymmetrically chic or symmetrically ruffled, made from quality threads, and will keep you feeling cozy and looking chic throughout the year.   As a plus, they are also on sale.

1.Laurie B Rumba Long Drapey Cardigan in Smoke -$111 (from $162)
Women's shoes & accessories: Laurie B Rumba Long Drapey Cardigan - Smoke

2.Splendid Drop Needle Cashmere Wrap Sweater in Heather grey -$151.50(from $218)
Women's shoes & accessories: Splendid Drop Needle Cashmere Wrap Sweater - Heather grey
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Theory Bobbins Cardigan in black and light heather -$111.50(from $160)
Women's shoes & accessories: Theory Bobbins Cardigan - Black and light heather
4.Juicy Couture Ruffle Zip-Up Cardigan in Angel -$172.50(from $240)
Women's shoes & accessories: Juicy Couture Ruffle Zip-Up Cardigan - Angel

5.Shae Shawl Sweater Coat in Truffle-$97.50(from $141)
Women's apparel: Shae Shawl Sweater Coat - Truffle

7.Vince Short Sleeve Leather Tie Belted Sweater Vestn in Black
-$205.50 (from $295)
Women's shoes & accessories: Vince Short Sleeve Leather Tie Belted Sweater Vest - Black

Pair your cardigan with a versatile party dress for a perfect event appearance.   Or choose from the The Ultimate 2009 Holiday Gift Guide if you are a slightly behind on buying gifts this year for friends and family.

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With the holiday events approaching at a catapulting speed, it’s hard to keep coming up with a new dress for each event. That’s why a versatile dress is the best strategy.  Wear it with a cardigan to an office party, then add sparkling  jewelry and platform pumps to transform it into an evening number.

For 20% off $100 use code BRGIVE20 until Dec. 13th.

We love these pieces for their ability to meta-morph from day to night pieces.   And the sale price makes buying this dress so much more enticing:
1. Circle-print wrap dress – Dark burgundy -$99.95(from $125).  Rich burgundy color, eye drawing pattern, flattering wrap, and a plunging neckline – can you ask for more?  Well, may be just a little discount.  Voila, add a small accessory to bring the total to$100 and get 20% off total purchase.
Women: Circle-print wrap dress - Dark burgundy
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2.Flutter-sleeve wrap dress in Roadster -$45 to $50 (from $132).  Elegant and playful this dress will look appropriate for the office holiday party and will work well during a dinner out or a festive evening event.  Just throw on a pair of sparkling earrings and a tall pair of heels.  Go with roadster color for a classier look and with silver for a festive look.
Women: Flutter-sleeve wrap dress - Roadster

3. Twist wrap dress in Deep Fuschia-$69.99 (from $165).  Make a splash entrance in this vibrant fuschia colored, Issa-like dress.  The wrap style is elegant, and the ruching is figure flattering. Wear with black opaque stockings for contrast or beige stockings to punch up the elegance factor.
Women: Twist wrap dress - Deep fuschia


Accessorize:
Accessorize with stylish pumps from Nine West discounted 60% (this sale is good until Dec. 11th).
Nine West – Georgy Pump
- $31.60(from $79 -60% off)
Nine West - Georgy (Black/Black Suede) - Footwear

Pick up cashmere cardigans on sale to throw over your dress, today Only Dec. 10th. All the popular styles are 30% off, including Vince, Splendid, Juicy Couture and Rebbecca Taylor. 

This Juicy Couture Ruffle Zip-Up Cardigan in Angel is festive and flattering.  It would work well to wear over a holiday dress.
Women's shoes & accessories: Juicy Couture Ruffle Zip-Up Cardigan - Angel

Running behind on getting your gifts?  Make it simple by choosing from the The Ultimate 2009 Holiday Gift Guide.

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Shopping for the holiday gifts can be simple or complicated. We like simple.  To help facilitate simple, we put together the ultimate holiday guide grouped by these categories: Beauty, Fashion, Comfort, Mind, and Gadgets.   To put it simple, get the best products for the people you love.

Beautify: Face, Body, and Within:

1. Philosophy The Winter Escape-$25
From delicious cocoa to marshmallow flavors to creative packaging, Philosophy has once again created a product that we covet.
2.Stila Lip Glaze Collection Lip Glaze Set -$25($80 value). Sprinkle these glazes into every purse or jacket pocket and enjoy delicious scents wherever you go.
Also sold at Beauty.com

3.Sephora Brand Scent Sampler-$50($80.00 Value). This scent sampler is a fragrance galore that will let you try all the bestselling scents without having to invest a bundle into each bottle.Pick a favorite fragrance and use included voucher to redeem a free  full size bottle of your chosen perfume from Sephora store.


4.Mini Me! Bath Ice Cream Gift Set – $15 to $28.
Some cooking is done best in a bathtub.  These deliciously scented bath balls are so yammie, we can’t wait to mix and match to cook up our own scents.
Pick up Ice Cream Bag in ” Gotta Have It Pomegranatefor an extra scoop of flavor.

Lounge Around:

1. Slipper booties -$15-$29. These slipper booties from Old Navy and Gap are the most comfortable indoor wear that we ever tried.   These will keep you warm and cozy during the coldest winters.Other shoppers agree, we’ve never seen so many raves on any Gap product.Women: Women's Cable-Knit Slipper Boots - Heather Oatmeal 2. Azuri Feather Ombre Pashmina Shawl - $25(from $130). This cashmere blend pashmina is available in 50 colors to satisfy even the pickiest color fiends.   And at this price, they should be gifted to your entire gift recipients list.
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3.Juicy Couture Couture Stripe Scarf with Tassels -$96
Vibrant colors, luxurious threads, and playfull pom-poms that remind us of strolling to pre-school make it hard to say “no”.
also available at
Nordstrom
Zappos(no tax outside of NV and free shipping)

4.Ugg Bailey Button Boot – $150
UGGs Boots are going as strong as ever with the adorable new styles.  It’s hard to resist comfort.Also available atShoes.com andThe Walking Company. For more sales, check out our list of stores to purchase UGGs on sale.

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Compartmentalize:

1.Melie Bianco Diagonal Stitch Tote -$79.
Unique and stylish, this bag is a chic steal.
Women's shoes & accessories: Melie Bianco Diagonal Stitch Tote - Black
2.Linea Pelle Dylan Zip Tote -$399 (from $495).
Dylan tote has been popular
with celebrities and is flying off the shelves at a rocket speed.

Nourish the Mind:

1.Magazine Subscription

- $5-$20.  Gift yearly magazine subscription and they’ll think of you with every issue.

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2.“The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency” 5 Book Boxed Set$43. Stimulate the mind with classic or modern books.  We love this book set, it is filled with endearing stories that will move and entertain.
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Love Gadgets:

1.Apple iPod touch 32 GB -$274.99 + free shipping. You don’t need an iPhone to experience the greatness of the new features.  iTouch has all the same features, including wireless web, except it is lighter, sleeker, and doesn’t require phone contract commitment.
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2.Kindle Wireless Reading Device -$259 and free shipping. This virtual library on the go is a perfect gift for a book lover, bound to keep her entertained for years to come.
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3.Wii – $199 + Free Shipping. Does Wii really need an introduction?


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4.Nintendo DS Game Style Savvy – $29.99 (Free shipping included).   This game is so real, it’s easy to forget you are playing.
Just make sure that giftee owns a
Nintendo DS or DS Lite console to actually play the game.
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The Walking Company
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Ankle boots are a perfect footwear to transition from fall to winter.  They live in the same footwear proximity to pumps as they do to boots.   We love how perfect they fit with skinny jeans and that they show just enough leg when worn with skirts.

Since myriad of styles are available this season, we broke them down by the top categories that are the top trends this season.

Cutout Short Boots - these booties play peek-a-boo and we love them just so for their flirtatious nature.  Experiment with patterned tights and pantyhose for fun glimpses of texture and color.

1.Report – Deahne - $88.95 2. Calvin Klein – Raine$138.95 3. Pelle Moda Tammie Lace Up Suede Booties -$195

Report - Deahne (Black) - FootwearCalvin Klein - Raine (Black S Nappa) - FootwearPelle Moda Tammie Lace Up Suede Booties with Cutouts


Ruches, Ruffles & Flower Ankle Boots – when your goal is to make an impression and you are looking for something above average, these decked out booties are a perfect choice. Whether they are embellished ruched detail, a flower, or ruffles, these booties say: “I am a chic chick and I make a fashion statement.”

1. Report Britt Bootie-$124.95 2.Kelsi Dagger Rosabella Platform Side Zip Bootie  -$190 3.Elizabeth and James Lola Bootie-$350
Report - Britt (Black) - FootwearKelsi Dagger Women's Rosabella Platform Side Zip Bootie Women's shoes/bags: Elizabeth and James Risky - Black suede

Buckles Ankle Boots: These babies come in various flavors, classy and biker, casual and dressy, there is something for everyone.   These are more daring and chic, and will look great with a pair of skinny jeans.   If you are a conservative dresser, push your boundary and pick up a pair and give your style an edge.

1. Michael Antonio Macey -$60 2.Not Rated Saba Island – Gray-$70 3. Report Kline-$124.95 (also available at Zappos (no tax unless in Nevada))

Women's shoes/bags: Michael Antonio Macey - BlackWomen's shoes/bags: Not Rated Saba Island - GrayWomen's shoes/bags: Report Kline - Black

Pair these with a great coats and a perfect top, ruffled or with a back twist. To many trends, not sure which to go with? Check out our Trends Decision Making guide to buy exactly what you need.

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Monday, Setpember 21st
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Costume National Shoes & Clothing
Mixed Designer Clothing sale and a Mixed Jewelry sale

GiltFuse:
AV Max Jewelry

Beyond The Rack(to sign up use code: LSFM0910JXRV):
Armani Clothing
Alexia Admor Clothing

Billion Dollar Babes:
Mara Hoffman Clothing
Jacquie Aiche Jewelry
Megan Fabulous

Hautelook:
American Apparel Clothing
Tokidoki Bags
Fitflops Footwear

Rue La La:
Joan Vass Clothing
Ebel Watches

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Antik & Taverniti Denim
Gustto Handbags

The Top Secret:
Just Cavalli Sunglasses

Editor’s Closet:
Skagen Watches

For more styles, check out Fall 2009 Tops guide and Designer Boots and Booties for Fall to give you a perfect pout.

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Alberta Ferretti Clothing
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GiltFuse:
Genetic Denim

Beyond The Rack(to sign up use code: LSFM0910JXRV):
Prada Handbags
Armani jeans

Billion Dollar Babes:
Danielle Stevens Jewelry
Toute la Nuit Loungewear

Hautelook:
Heidi Klum Jewelry
Nux Workout Gear

Rue La La:
Bric’s Handbags
Designer clothing blowout sale

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Lacoste Watches
Atelier Outerwear

The Top Secret:
Designer Clothing Blowout Sale

Editor’s Closet:
Kata Sunglasses

For more styles, check out Fall 2009 Tops guide and Best Lipstains to give you a perfect pout.

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AnasuiRunwayPhoto from Anna Sui for Target Runway
If you watched “Gossip Girls” season premiere last night, (and it was well worth waiting for), you know that Anna Sui for Target collection inspired by female characters from Gossip Girls, has launched.

It is making a powerful media splash, and is available in stores and online.

I happen to be at a physical Target location last night and expected to see a full range of styles and sizes.  What I saw was an adorable collection with many sizes scooped up by the time I graced the store with my evening entrance.

As for quality, and I will note specific items that are worthy, overall the collection is well made.   Most dresses are made of 100% silk,  lined, well crafted, and interesting.   The styles are fresh and youthful.   As for the prices, the dresses are priced in high $50. Given the designer styles, and extra designer touches: lining, patterns, styles with twist, these items are reasonably priced. If I had to pick one item to buy, I would go with a silk dress for the optimal style & value proposition.

Here are the best picks:
From left to right: 1. Anna Sui Silk Wrap Black Dress 2. Anna Sui Lace Halter Neck Dress 3. Anna Sui Metallic Jacquard Dress in Blue  4. Anna Sui Silk Wrap in Multi Dress 5. Anna Sui Floral Jacquard Dress in Multi

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Check it out and write your thoughts about quality, fit, and pricing in comments.

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