Rachel Zoe Sends Her Latest Collection Down the Fashion Week Runway


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Rachel Zoe Pictures at Fall New York Fashion Week

Rachel Zoe had a busy weekend at NYFW. In addition to checking out the Diane von Furstenberg, Skaist-Taylor, and Derek Lam shows, she presented her own Rachel Zoe Collection Saturday at the Empire Hotel. Stars like Olivia Palermo and Mary Alice Stephenson turned out to see Rachel's designs, which were inspired by '60s London and icons like Marianne Faithfull and Mick Jagger. We caught up with Read more

Cooking Basics: How to Make Caramel Candy


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How to Make Caramel Candies

Making caramel may seem like a daunting task, but it is an exhilarating (and delicious) science project that requires a little preparation, patience, and timing. Challenge your candy-making skills by trying out this soft caramel recipe by a chef from the Culinary Institute of America. As you cook the caramel on the stove top, you will notice the sugar, butter, and evaporated milk will slowly Read more

The Surprisingly Easy Way to Dress Up Your Ponytail


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Tibi Fall 2012 Beauty Look

When you get Aveda stylist Kevin Ryan in a room, it's always a fun-filled time. And the feel backstage at Tibi reflected that playful mood. Stylists were abuzz creating low-slung ponytails that captured "a cool, independent girl having a 5 p.m. moment," as Ryan put it. Who ever said fashion had to be so serious? See how it all went down behind the scenes now, and learn how you can get a Read more

Mara Hoffman Fall 2012


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Mara Hoffman Runway Fall 2012

Mara Hoffman has made her name in the industry with her own brand of bohemian-cool separates perfect for the easy, low-key girl on the go. The designer's Fall '12 collection showcased her signature free-spirited, breezy silhouettes in floaty silks and sleek geometric prints with a decidedly Southwest feel. The jury's still out on the designer's headscarves (ones that flowed dramatically from the Read more

Foodie Friday Link Time: Low-Cal Love Potions


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Valentine's Day Low-Calorie Cocktails

Low-calorie cocktails for your Valentine's Day celebrations — Shape Go ahead and plate up some pasta; these recipes are healthy — Real Simple Healthify your chocolate torte with sweet potatoes! — Vegetarian Times 9 power foods that boost your immunity — Prevention Healthy reasons to not follow recipes when making meals — Self Low-calorie sweets that please the palate and satisfy — Read more

Lighthearted Valentine's Day Date Ideas


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Valentine's Day Ideas

Did you or your man make dinner reservations for Feb. 14, yet? If not, don't worry! Valentine's Day can be a day of great expectations and mild disappointment. Instead of buying into the hype with an overpriced date night, opt for a low-key outing that will bring you and your lover closer together. Here are seven lighthearted Valentine's Day ideas. Read more

Adding Modern Chicness to a Traditional Edwardian — on a Budget


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Modern Budget Renovation Tips

Figuring out how to inject modern style into a home from the Victorian, Edwardian, or Arts and Crafts era sometimes poses a challenge for motivated, modern-style-loving homeowners. When interior designer Jennifer Hannotte purchased her Edwardian home in Toronto, she knew she wanted to renovate the home to reflect her style. Jennifer opened up the home and used both high and low materials and Read more

Jen Kao Fall 2012


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Jen Kao Runway Fall 2012

The East and West collided together at Jen Kao's Fall showing, resulting in an unapologetic mashup of sexy fringe, baseball caps, and ombré lace dresses. While it might sound a little disjointed, Kao managed to pull it all together creating a carefree attitude with her mixed bag of offerings. Printed floral dresses were decorated with fringe, pleated leather and silk maxi dresses were styled Read more

Link Time: Modern Mexico Style, an Austin House Tour, and Valentine's Day Flower DIYs


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Modern Mexico Decorating Style Plus Links

Inspiration for cultivating a modern Mexico-inspired home. — Houzz These paint colors will chase away depression. — Real Simple Find the most unique Valentine's Day gifts here. — Stylelist Home Tour this fun, fresh Austin home. — Apartment Therapy Tour Highlight Store & Gallery — it's so cool. — California Home + Design Use scraps of Marimekko fabric to customize low-budget Read more