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Confident, Chic…& Curvy Fashionista

When it comes to cool weather, we don’t want to think about layering our clothes and looking bulky. That’s why you need a simple, yet very versatile, tunic to layer over and under your other fall essentials. A statement piece like the one below by Rick Owens will have you looking effortlessly chic whether worn alone for work, atop dark skinny jeans and leather wedges for a night out, or over straight-leg pants and flats during the day. Slip on

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6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Calling all DMV gents – the duo behind Hugh & Crye are great local outfitters for stylish men. Prep your guy for holiday parties and help him score the perfect shirt to impress just about anyone, including himself! The open house is tomorrow, Nov. 13 11AM – 5PM. We love local-chains here at BfS, and Urban Chic is no exception to being added to our favorites list. Urban Chic is continuing its streak of stylish domination by opening a new store

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Color Combo: Navy & Brown

Some colors seem like they just won’t mesh well together, and navy with brown might just be one of them… until now! Let us show you how to incorporate these two colors into one stylish ensemble that will have you looking professional and chic for the office while still looking undeniably eye-catching for happy hour cocktails after a long day of fabulousness!   By pairing together a standout animal-print bow blouse with a chic pencil skirt, finished off with brown or caramel-hued

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Curated, Curvy Fashionista

We love our curvy, confident, and chic fashionistas! With a look like the one below, every sexy siren will be ready for a day of work followed by a well-deserved night of play! The python leather skinny belt will perfectly hug your waistline as the drape cardigan gives you coverage at just the right length. Layer a sleeveless, silk, drape-neck blouse into a structured pencil skirt to further accentuate your beautiful curves….then when night rolls around, wear it alone without the cardigan!

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Tweople to Follow

@StylePage is just that – a page all about the ins and outs of style, in picture format! Providing a simple, easy-to-use, digital platform, designers and creative people alike are able to share their work and inspiration, to reach a global audience. Similar to keeping your own scrapbook at home, StylePage is a great place to go to when you’re lacking motivation or inspiration, as the photographs are greatly innovative and influential. What are you waiting for?! Request an invite

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Fall Trend #6: Plunging Necklines

Usually as the fall air blows in, we tend to cover up for the chilly temperatures. This fall trend throws that notion to the wind! The plunging neckline trend is all about showing some skin in the name of fashion and with a tab bit of coverage in other places, this trend becomes wearable for everyday! Fitted dress, $4,998 Chiffon dress, $2,250 Zac Posen plunge dress, $1,790 Lanvin cap sleeve dress, $2,740 Robert Rodriguez Black Label two tone dress, $425 Michael Kors plunge

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Tweople to Follow

@xoBetseyJohnson is an incredibly inspirational designer filled with an endless amount of energy and love that is clearly executed into her designs. Betsey and her lovely ‘Betsey Babes’ tweet about all of the action-packed adventures that happen in Betsey land; not only including sales/promos, events, and new merchandise, but you’ll find even tweets snippets on her personal life with her beautiful daughter LuLu. Come check Betsey out now as she is promoting her new fragrance, ‘#TooToo’ (which has the cutest

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Fall Trend #5: Shimmer

Wake up your fall wardrobe with one of the season’s most attention-grabbing trends: shimmer and sheen. If you haven’t already, you will definitely be seeing a lot of glistening sequins, metallics, fringes, and appliques that are set to create a major impact. Forget about the warm weather gradually disappearing as these shiny pieces will instantly give your look a pick-me-up whether during the day or at night. Among the many designers who created gleaming pieces in their collections are Elie

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Tweople to Follow

@froufrouu: Nadia Sarwar, blogger/photographer/stylist (froufrouu.com) I stumbled upon this fabulous fashionista’s photo (below) today while browsing Refinery29’s 50 Street-Style Looks from Fashion’s Finest during NYFW. Juxtaposing masculine accessories with a midi-skirt and blouse, Nadia has such a cool swagger and is so comfortable in her own style—a quality I wish for everyone. Be sure to check out her blog and her amazing photography for lots of stylish inspiration! photo from refinery29.com

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Fall Trend #4: Plaid

When thinking of plaid, most people may imagine a private school uniform or a Scottish kilt. We assure you that is not the case for this upcoming fall when you shop for tartan pieces to wear the trend. This time around, runways including Carven, Rag & Bone, Burberry Prorsum, and Sonia Rykiel, went mad for tartan plaid and incorporated the pattern in various shapes, forms, silhouettes, and styles. Everything from dresses and skirts,  jackets and capes, to handbags and shoes – the

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Tweople to Follow

@refinery29: Discovering the newest and best in style, shopping, and emerging trends from the runways to the streets. Tweeting mostly about current trends, fashionable shopping, and links to their latest articles such as their not-to-be-missed fall shoe guide or how to wear an oversized sweater without looking like you’re homesick, Refinery29 is a fabulous resource for youthful style tips! The DC edition will begin in October 2011 (I’m signed up already! Click here to join in the fun). I’m slightly obsessed (it’s

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6 Things We Want to Share

What are your plans for FNO? (Fashion Night Out is next Thursday September 8th for anyone that has been living under a rock!) Click here to see what’s going on in your city and across the entire country. And for the curvy fashionista, FNO will feature plus-sized events in LA, New York, Chicago and even in my hometown, Alexandria, VA this year! Check out Coco Hilton’s  (a.k.a. Perez Hilton’s) pep talk to all the plus-sized divas. These tights are making a statement. Period. This week’s LUST

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6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Like your trusty LBD, a piece that’s a must-have to include in your fall wardrobe is a black skirt. Try the Geo skirt by Rogan – with leather side panels, welt pockets, and a mid-rise waistline, it will perfectly accentuate your figure and look super chic. Rumors about Marc Jacobs taking over Dior are gaining more and more attention – would you ladies be excited to see his creations or are you still a fan of John Galliano and feel nobody

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Tweople to Follow

@StyleMint: T-Shirts are one of the greatest basic additions to any wardrobe, despite what style you possess. Follow StyleMint to discover unique tips on wearing your trusty tee, as well as finding out a variety of new styles to add to your closet. StyleMint is the incredible creation of fashion designers and style icons Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Offering members a unique online shopping experience – complete with a personal stylist – each member receives VIP access to specially designed

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Fall Trend #3: Leather

  Preen chiffon dress, $1,125 Bottega Veneta leather dress, $1,800 J Crew leather top, $495 Vince quilted leather jacket, $935 Reed Krakoff wrap around skirt, $1,790 Vince leather skirt, $545 Notify leather pants, $925 Sandro leather pants, $710 Tibi leather shorts, $550 Leather will be seen everywhere this upcoming fall, from shift dresses and a-line skirts to leather-trim coats and tees. It’s no secret that the classic leather jacket has become a popular essential addition to most wardrobes over the last

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6 Things We Want to Share

It’s almost September again and the fashion magazines’ September issues are out this week! Check out the Battle of the September Issues for what’s hot and noteworthy for fall. THE LUST ITEM for fall footwear is definitely a pair of Miu Miu sparkly booties. They’re just so pretty! A happy  belated birthday to the late/great Coco Chanel! (born August 19, 1883 in Saumur, France) Today and always we celebrate her influence on the fashion world including the infamous scent of Chanel

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Tweople to Follow

@StyledOn: From fashion shows, news and the latest trends, restaurant and bar reviews, travel guides, art shows and galas, home decor and much more – StyledOn has got you covered to stay perfectly in style no matter who you are and where you go! In just less than a year, StyledOn has been named “Best of the Web” by InStyle Magazine and, according to T, The New York Times Style Magazine, it is “quickly becoming the Facebook for the fashion set.”

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10 Tops That Pop!

Give yourself an instant eye-catching look by snagging a top as bright and bold as the ones we’ve featured today. Whether brightly hued or loudly printed (or both!), we’ve got you covered on dressing to be the center of attention with ten tops that pop!   Marc Jacobs sleeveless blouse $278 – theoutnet.com Proenza Schouler sheer blouse $550 – net-a-porter.com Miu Miu silk blouse $530 – net-a-porter.com Sonia by Sonia Rykiel silk blouse $435 – net-a-porter.com All Saints sequin tank $98 – allsaints.com Alice Olivia t shirt $200 – net-a-porter.com

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6 Things We Want to Share This Week

Karl Lagerfeld‘s Macy’s line has officially debuted! The limited edition line hits 235 Macy’s stores on August 31st and includes pieces ranging from only $50-$70! You can’t really say no to Legerfeld with that price! View the entire line here. It’s no surprise that  Kate Middleton made Vanity Fair‘s International Best-Dressed list! The Duchess always looks well put-together and still manages to look incredibly chic even while grocery shopping herself! True royalty. Just because Fall is approaching soon, it doesn’t mean

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Two Fall Closet Building Blocks

  Leopard print is one of the most versatile prints (goes with brown, black & camel) Camel is luxe and screams style! Choose from a variety of print accessories or clothing at J.Crew A button down sweater offers the option to rock it alone, under a blazer, or over another button down or tee… My favorite: I have so much leopard print, it’s not funny – – the leopard print pencil skirt is next!

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