Capture The Tassel — This Season’s Fashions Have Tassels As A Common Thread

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The idiom “letting it all hang out”  takes on new meaning this season thanks to the abundance of tassel embellishments on everything from garments to sandals, handbags, hats, belts, and jewelry.

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Even In Beauty, Orange Is The New Black — Energize Your Senses With New Dove Go Fresh Revitalize Collection

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We all know citrus-based scents tend to have an energizing sensory effect, their zesty notes uplifting our senses and literally adding a pep to our step.

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The Nut Job — Take A Crack At The Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Collection

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It’s been four years since I first discovered (and subsequently raved about) the Macadamia Professional hair care line, which back then was a limited collection consisting of six nourishing products designed primarily for dry and frizz-prone strands.

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Only For The Young? — My Thoughts On The Origins Original Skin Renewal Serum With Willowherb

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You’ve ever been on a date with a guy who is good on paper (good-looking, nice family, right job, desired level of education, and so forth), only to discover that, despite meeting all the basic criteria, he simply didn’t light your fire?

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La Boheme — Glisten all Summer with Pieces fom the Ale by Alessandra Jewelry Collection for BaubleBar

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There’s a beautiful photo on my vision board of Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio wearing a printed dress and knee-high gladiator sandals while standing on the wooden planks in front of a wooden beach house, her two children perched atop a windowsill directly behind her,  each of her hands holding one of her children’s hands protectively.

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What I Wore This Morning On Telemundo NY’s “Primera Edición” — Classic Polka Dots and Cherry Red Accents

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I’ve always been a fan of classic black-and-white polka dot patterns — there’s something so timeless and fun about both the spotted motif and the monochromatic color scheme.

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Start Summer Off On The Right Foot With New Matisse x Kate Bosworth Footwear Collection

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Celebrity collaborations are nothing new in the world of fashion, but their frequency has steadily increased in recent years, with Zooey Deschanel teaming up with Tommy Hilfiger, Lucy Hale collaborating with Hollister, Iggy Azalea teaming up with Steve Madden, Eva Mendes designing her own apparel and accessories line for New York & Company, Alessandra Ambrosio launching a limited-edition jewelry collection for BaubleBar, Cara DeLevigne lending her discerning eye to a new DKNY collection, and many more instances.

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A Star Is Born — Oscar de la Renta’s Extraordinary Eau de Parfum Is A Shining Victory

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When the late fashion designer Oscar de la Renta spoke, the world listened — not just because of the exquisiteness of his confections or even because of his stature, but because he was a beacon of wisdom, a shining example of gallantry, an indefatigable advocate for women, and an endless source of inspiration.

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Pineapple Express — Give Your Outfit A Tropical Taste With These Piña-Themed Picks!

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Pineapples have long been associated with hospitality.

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Recap of “Acceso Total NY” Segment On Billboard Latin Music Awards Fashion Predictions

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Last Thursday, as the white carpet was being rolled out for the 2015 Billboard Latin Music Awards (yes, J.Lo insisted on a white carper rather than the customary red one!), I stopped by Telemundo NY’s “Acceso Total” to chat about some of the red carpet trends we’ve seen over the past few months and what we were likely to encounter during that evening’s awards ceremony.

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