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The Manic Pixie Dream Girl For 2013
In 2007, A.V. Club writer Nathan Rabin noticed a specific type of female character that was… Read More
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Designers
Stella McCartney & Adidas Inspire Us To At Least LOOK Athletic
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Shopping
Do Over: Get Your Pencil Skirt Ready For The Weekend
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Skin Care
Flower Girls: Our Expert Guide To Selecting & Wearing Floral Fragrances
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Wynter Gordon On Working Hard, Playing Hard, And The Best Dancing In NYC
The Manic Pixie Dream Girl For 2013
In 2007, A.V. Club writer Nathan Rabin noticed a specific type of female character that was appearing in films, one he dubbed "the Manic Pixie Dream Girl." The examples include Kirsten Dunst's character in Elizabethtown and Natalie Portman in Garden State, as well as other flighty, whimsical women who… Read More
May 21, 2013 3:30 PM EDT
Emma Watson Is Just As Cool As J. Lawr — We've Got Proof
We all know Emma Watson is a beautiful angel whose radiance shines down upon us from time to time. But what you should also know is that she can be a real goofball. So, while Jennifer Lawrence gets all the cred for messing around in the public eye, Ms. Watson definitely has her Oscars-face-plant-sort-of… Read More
May 21, 2013 3:30 PM EDT
Cross It Off Your Shopping List: The Perfect Summer Shoe
When it gets legitimately hot and sticky out, the thought of getting creative with your wardrobe can disappear faster than an ice cream cone in the sun. But, with the right ammo in your style arsenal, you can easily bust out of a sundress-and-sandals rut — and we're helping you get stocked. These… Read More
May 21, 2013 3:20 PM EDT
How To Make Creamsicle Orange Eyeshadow Look Chic, Not Crazy
Springtime means longer days, warm weather, and bright colors. Even in Stockholm, where the temperature hits a high of a mere 60 degrees, babes are starting to sport bright peepers. Bright, yes, but neon? That can be intimidating.
I was scared of wearing brightly colored makeup, so I stayed a brown-shadow… Read More
May 21, 2013 3:00 PM EDT
How To Be Unemployed (Without Going Crazy)
This week, a whole new generation of college graduates enter the working world — armed with diplomas, a thirst for success, and an alcohol tolerance like no other. We'll spare you the sappy quotes of graduation speeches past (insert biting, yet humorous observation on the outlook of society and the… Read More
May 21, 2013 2:40 PM EDT
Lovable DJ Jilly Hendrix Gets The Margaritas Flowing With The Man Repeller
It's time to draw your loved ones close, jack up the bass, and kick back marg after marg till you get brain freeze. But before you go plan your own margarita-filled soirée, we thought you could use a few pointers from a pro. So, we called up DJ Jilly Hendrix — someone who's just as adept at party… Read More
May 21, 2013 2:20 PM EDT
Stella McCartney & Adidas Inspire Us To At Least LOOK Athletic
Exercise is important. Very important. But sometimes, we skip the cycling and just let people believe we did all the work, while we sneak off for a mani. The secret to our ruse: the Stella Mcartney and Adidas collaborations that have changed the way we look at workout gear for the past few years. Mixing… Read More
May 21, 2013 1:40 PM EDT
Makeup Tips for Redheads: Yes, You CAN Wear Bronzer
Let’s face it: All redheads aren’t created equal. Red hair comes in a variety of hues to complement different skin tones — and personalities, too. Generalizing redheads is almost a sin, however, we will point out one thing gingers have in common: vibrant hair color. And, what better way to talk… Read More
May 20, 2013 1:40 PM EDT
May 21, 2013 1:30 PM EDT
Do Over: Get Your Pencil Skirt Ready For The Weekend
We rely heavily on our pencil skirts to keep us looking classy all week long. But, there is no reason to keep this wardrobe staple just for Monday through Friday. Pair it with a simple T-shirt for a perfectly put-together ensemble, whether you're on- or off-duty. Trust us, you'll be thanking us for this… Read More
May 21, 2013 12:20 PM EDT
The J.Crew Guide To Making Your Brand Cool
After reading the Fast Company account on how J.Crew's most successful collaborators came to be, we figured out the one major step to putting your brand on the map: land a J.Crew collaboration. Yes, it's that simple. Goldsign, Lulu Frost, The Laundress — some of these brands wouldn't be where they… Read More
May 21, 2013 11:10 AM EDT
Flower Girls: Our Expert Guide To Selecting & Wearing Floral Fragrances
Sorry, vanilla, but there's a new hot note in town...and it isn't gourmand. According to a recent NPD report, floral fragrances are the number-one scent category in the U.S., representing a total of one-third of all fragrance purchases in the first quarter of 2013. That's a lot of flowers, people… Read More
May 21, 2013 4:00 PM BST
Colour Me Red: Christian Louboutin Comes To Harrods
Shopping for shoes is always a treat, but the latest installment at Harrods is the stuff dreams are made of. We're talking 140 metres sq of Christian Louboutin. Plus, the in-store boutique will feature spring and summer styles exclusive to Harrods.
Designed by Lee Broom, the boutique draws inspiration… Read More
May 21, 2013 10:20 AM EDT
Will Same-Day Delivery Be A Blessing Or A Curse?
According to WWD, there is one thing that traditional shopping has over online purchasing. And that's instant gratification — the ability to find, pay for, and take your item home right away (or wear out of the store, if it's that good). But as reported today, that advantage may not count any more… Read More
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