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Giorgio Armani F/W 2012- Milan Fashion Week

Sharon Haver — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:35:14 PST

Runway Review: Shorts seem to be on Mr Armani’s mind come fall as they made a more sophisticated appearance on his namesake runway. Peppered with saturated color and deluxe tweaks here & there, confidently styled looks were both ‘modern eccentric’ and evocative of untouchable, yet approachablly easy glamor.

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In their words:

THE MODERN WOMAN LOVES TO DRESS IN ANDROGYNOUS AND MASCULINE CLOTHES, YET …

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Emporio Armani F/W 2012- Milan Fashion Week

Naveed Hussain — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:30:11 PST

Runway Review: From Emporio Armani comes an assortment of wardrobe pieces perfect enough to update any wardrobe with, but the real story here were those directional Bermuda shorts that were the starting point for almost every look and were offset by a surprising girlishness.

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In their words:

‘LITTLE WINTER FOLLIES’

A play on clothes, fun little touches of pure fantasy: the more the …

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Oscar Red Carpet Make-Up Trends 2012

Brad Boles — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:00:45 PST

In many ways, the Acadamy Awards are a truly pivotal in terms of trend setting for the year ahead.

But this year, the Oscar red carpet make-up trends on these red-carpet beauties seemed to fall flat and pale in comparison to Hollywood starlets of the past.

Let’s review, actress by actress…

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With the exception of Jennifer Lopez‘s big sexy eyes and double set …

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She’s Got Leg- And Too Much of it from Angelina Jolie

Naveed Hussain — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 05:40:15 PST

Something tells us that Angelina Jolie is somewhere out in Malibu with her ultra-toned right leg covered in a militia’s worth of ice packs after last night’s odd show of the come-hither at the 84th annual Academy Awards.

What was with that much leg? Every picture of the starlet, every pose, is just ridiculous and on a ‘Hollywood’ stylist note, completely questionable as it was unbearable to watch.

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Best of Oscar Red Carpet Fashion 2012 Rundown

Naveed Hussain — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 05:00:55 PST

From Penelope Cruz’s retro-Hollywood inspired Armani Prive gown to a parade of matronly gala dresses, you never know what to expect from the style scene at the Oscars and this year’s 84th annual Academy Awards served as no exception -although a cold one indeed.

The problem with the stylization of Hollywood is the banal red carpet scene as of late with its too safe & ho-hum attempts and now rare …

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Men’s Oscar Style: Jean Dujardin, THE Award Winning Hunk- Here Are His Grooming Tips

FocusOnStyle.com Team — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:14:31 PST

Oooh la la! A gentlemen can have a bit of French Chic too…

We cannot promise that you will end up looking just as stunningly handsome as Jean Dujardin, the Oscar Winner for Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role, but we can promise that you will definitely up your grooming game.

FocusOnStyle has the inside dish on what grooming products (they are French, of course) were used on …

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Emma Stone in Giambattista Valli, So Glamorous- Oscar Red Carpet Fashion 2012

Naveed Hussain — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:57:50 PST

Emma Stone seems to know a thing or two about what works for her body type, complexion, hair and most of all, her personae as the actress continues to shine in classic pieces that hint to old-school Hollywood glamor while possessing an appeal that’s more timeless than retro.

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While her Giambattista Valli dress harkens back to starlet styles of the past on albeit ‘older’ women of that …

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Michelle Williams in Louis Vuitton So Gamine- Oscar Red Carpet Fashion 2012

Naveed Hussain — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:32:33 PST

Michelle Williams made a typically feminine choice to compliment her gamine pixie cut with a vivid red tiered dress from Louis Vuitton that worked to highlight her radiant complexion while nailing the season’s top peplum trend while on the red carpet.

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Not a bad move considering the more matronly choices her fellow actresses wore to today’s 84th annual Academy Awards.

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By choosing a decolletage …

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Oscar Red Carpet Fashion- The Most Matronly… it’s sort of like the worst

Sharon Haver — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:00:20 PST

I’m sorry but I have a habit of trying to not point a finger on who looks awful, because everyone has a bad day.

Except, there are too many old lady frocks on the Oscar red carpet tonight, that I think it all needs to be discussed. Just look at Bérénice Bejo, she forgot about French chic and went for a mint julep instead.

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Rooney Mara in Givenchy So Gorgeous- Oscar Red Carpet Fashion 2012

Naveed Hussain — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 17:01:06 PST

As she’s been cutting a dangerously chic swath on & off the red carpet circuit as of late, it’s no surprise that actress Rooney Mara once again opted for another statement making yet achingly sophisticated number to keep us craving more Mara.

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Even amongst friends & colleagues at FoS, all predictions on this year’s best dressed at the 84th Academy Awards was hands-down Rooney Mara.

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Academy Awards Hair Prediction from Serge Normant at John Frieda

FocusOnStyle.com Team — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 15:15:37 PST

Just as all eyes are on the red carpet to catch a glimpse at all of the inspirational fashion & beauty trends that are sure to dazzle, the folks at John Fried weigh in with their own forecast on what’s destined to make a splash.

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The nominations are in for the Academy Awards’ must-do looks. On the list, texture, buns and height. Calie Noble, master stylist from …

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Oscar Red Carpet Beauty Prediction & Hot Makeup Tips Too!

Brad Boles — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 06:00:00 PST

I’ve got my Swarovski crystal turban on and I am making some beauty predictions.

Can you picture me?

When it comes to Oscar red carpet beauty this Sunday, you can expect to see a makeup throwback to the 1920′s with clean fresh skin spotlighted just the right way.

I guarantee that big dark eyes, double sets of false lashes, and blood red lips will dominate the Oscar red carpet beauty …

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London Fashion Week: Highlights of the Fall 2012 Runways- McQ by Alexander McQueen, Acne, more

Naveed Hussain — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:45:04 PST

While we’ve reported some of the best fall 2012 / winter 2013 shows that we’ve seen so far this season with runway reviews, fashion show coverage, backstage beauty, and home style inspiration too, we wanted to take a moment and look back at highlights from London’s top shows.

As per usual, there was no shortage of statement making, thought-provoking, completely modern & individual outings from some of the city’s most …

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Pre Oscar Beauty- Age-Appropriate Celebrity Glam, Your 50′s and Beyond, Part 3 of 3

Gad Cohen — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 05:00:10 PST

The Oscars are coming! Are you ready for a heady source of fresh celebrity style inspiration direct from the red carpet?

Pre-game your Oscar beauty on day no.3 with makeup and hair stylist Gad Cohen as we look at top Hollywood actresses while helping you up your own beauty-regime ante with a three-day series on Oscar-worthy style through the ages! -N.H.

We’ve covered what those in their 20′s, 30′s & …

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Pre Oscar Beauty- Age-Appropriate Celebrity Glam, Your 30′s and 40′s, Part 2 of 3

Gad Cohen — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 05:00:34 PST

The Oscars are coming! Are you ready for a heady source of fresh celebrity style inspiration direct from the red carpet?

Pre-game your Oscar beauty on day no.2 with makeup & hair stylist Gad Cohen as we look at top Hollywood actresses while helping you up your own beauty-regime ante with a three-day series on Oscar worthy style through the ages! –N.H.

Our first day’s installment had us looking at …

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Robert Verdi, the fab style guy with sunnies on top of his head, launches a sunglass collection on HSN

FocusOnStyle.com Team — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:27:55 PST

If there ever was kismet for a launch, it’s Robert Verdi and his own line of sunnies. The always funny and bright lifestyle guy is barely ever seen without a pair of sunglasses on top of his head.

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Starting tonight and tomorrow, you can get your own pair of Robert Verdi Sunglasses on HSN… all for under $40!

Who needs hair when you can wear Robert Verdi Sunglasses?…

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Cheap Chic Alert- Marni for H&M is almost here and we have the photos!

FocusOnStyle.com Team — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:24:48 PST

Don’t say we didn’t warn you, you’ve had the head’s up on one of the few cheap chic collaborations that we are really excited about. Come March 8, Marni for H&M will launch.

The line’s spot on knack for complicated prints without looking gimmicky has always been a favorite.

Just look how gorgeous Elisa Sednaoui looks in a pair of Marni pants at the cheap chic collaborations celebrity party in …

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Kate Middleton Looks Dowdy, Samantha Cameron Goes Glam

Sharon Haver — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:43:50 PST

As we’re focusing on the close of London Fashion Week, we can’t help but take a look at what the royals and pols are wearing, specifically yesterday.

There’s no doubt that Kate Middleton can make almost anything work with her gorgeous smile and slim figure.

But even pretty clothes-horses can look dowdy.

Case in point: The brown princess-cut coat dress with the fuddy-duddy print that even a Princess like the …

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Pre Oscar Beauty- Age-Appropriate Celebrity Glam- Your Twenties, Part 1of 3

Gad Cohen — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:01:46 PST

The Oscars are coming! Are you ready for a heady source of fresh celebrity style inspiration direct from the red carpet? Pre-game your Oscar beauty with hair & makeup stylist Gad Cohen as we look at top Hollywood actresses while helping you up your own beauty-regime ante with this start of a three-day series on Oscar worthy style through the ages! – N.H.

As we watch the stars we idolize …

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Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012 Womenswear Collection

Naveed Hussain — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:08:28 PST

Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2012 Womenswear Collection Runway Review:

Burberry’s Christopher Bailey looked to the directional trend of contrasting elements and fabrications and the house’s history and combined town & country elements with rigorous styling that gave off a personal, quirky vibe.

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Overall, the collection had a tight selection of silhouettes that all boasted a cinched, figure defining waist that was ladylike while at the same time …

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