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4 Must-Haves Under $50 for Summer

Every summer you’ll get this list and plus-or-minus it doesn’t change less a quick switch with something that is more pressing…like sunscreen. This summer’s list of must-haves is easy: a simple tee, handheld bag, sunscreen, and sunglasses. The simple tee: for me, there’s nothing “simple” about it because I like color so mine is a vintage/destroyed tee or sleeveless u-neck so I can keep cool. [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2704369″]   The handheld bag: this is because that quick run to the coffee

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Guide to the Perf Sunnies Under $50

Not everyone can just grab a pair of Chloe sunglasses and be fabulous. First, they’re expensive and then oversized isn’t for everyone. Better than that though, it doesn’t take $350 to look good in sunglasses – just a few quick pointers to have you looking like a rock star! Here are 15 pairs of fab finds under $50… [show_shopthepost_widget id=”1602767″] Round Face Look for more angular and geometric shaped frames to balance, define and elongate your softer facial features. Oval

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Chloe, Carlina
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An Eyeful of Chloe

I am lusting after these sunglasses by Chloe, the Carlina. I have a few pairs of Chloe sunnies and they are all characteristically round and slightly oversized but not so much that they eat up all of your face! They will remain on my Wish List until I can not break into a cold sweat when purchasing them (here). In the meantime, the round, slightly oversized, feminine, rose gold and brown, eclipse-looking sunnies will have to get some shade!

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Pay Yourself to Shop

Sounds weird right? But it’s true ~ since you’re shopping, why not get a little back for what you spend?! If you shop using Ebates, you will! I discovered Ebates while at a conference earlier this year and even though I scooped these Chloe shades for nothing (gifted), I was enthralled by the concept of getting something more than a bill for shopping {sheepish grin}. Ok, so next you’re wondering if the stores you shop are available using ebates and

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Pumped About This Pump

I get lots of emails and when I saw two other blogs featuring this shoe, I had to get in on the game. It’s the Carly canvas platform pump by Ann Taylor ($115) and I’m loving it: espadrille-inspired sturdy heel leather sole (very important for comfort!) rounded toe And look how we styled it ~ Ann Taylor Carly pump, $114.99 Zara printed dress with gold piece, $29.99 Rochas two-tone leather pouch, $645 Topshop rose gold, large aviator sunglasses, $24

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6 Things We Want to Share This Week!

So long, Oprah Winfrey! A historic day in television as Oprah aired her last show ever. Glamour shares with us their top 5 fashion moments on the show throughout the years, from Lady Gaga sharing her wardrobe to Oprah’s famous Calvin Klein skinny jeans. Warm weather has thankfully spread across most of the nation, just in time for a sunny Memorial Day weekend!  The question is: are you beach-ready? If not, don’t fear – take a look at New York Magazine’s

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Shady Guide to Sunglasses

Which are the right ones for your shape? What works best for everyday? How do I look like the stars without going overboard (is that possible!)? Which color is best for my skin? Where can I get the best deals on shades? Is there a shape that is universally flattering? Click here to get the answers!

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(Small) Sunglasses Obsession

SUPER founders Daniel and Simon Beckerman have created hauteness…and apparently everyone knows about it including Kanye West and Sienna Miller!  These SUPER’s “Lucia” sunglasses have petite, thin frames combined with a strong design.  In a beige and black puma pattern. The sunglasses are handmade in Italy with German ZEISS lenses, which provide an extremely high level of protection for your eyes. Preorder them at Intermix…. I did!

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Sailing into Spring in Style

Sunglasses: they’re all over the place in terms of where to buy them and how much you can pay for them.  Choose wisely or go Blueprint for Style‘s Wardrobe Essentials Accessories section to figure out exactly what’s right for you!  Today some of my faves are on sale Fendi @ RowNine … all under $100 Chloe @ Beyond the Rack … most between $90-120 DKNY @ Sunglass Hut … all $70 Whatever you want for spring, use Virtual Shopping Service to get it!  Looking for

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Spring has Sprung!

Look what’s coming to Blueprint for Style in APRIL: Sequins during the day …. unheard of! Too Many Mags to Mention – In Style, Vogue, Details, Vanity Fair, Elle, More, Lucky, GQ … which ones do we read for what?! Spring Cleaning – when, what to get rid of, what to keep & what to add Packing Right – how to pack for the first big travel weekends Men & more … adding the ‘right‘ stuff Ladies & less … removing

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Giving Shade to the other Sunglasses

Blueprint for Style believes style dollars should not be blown on items that can either by sat on and destroyed, or dropped between a car seat and lost forever.  With that said, I am a lover of sunglasses that have panache, great coloring, complimentary shapes, and wonderful coverage….Oliver Peoples, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Costume National, and Tom Ford are stellar examples! Right now, Tom Ford sunglasses are on sale at Beyond the Rackand although the price tag is pricey at

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Sunglasses: The Ultimate In Giving People “Shade”

So sunglasses are the ultimate “I’m cool” accessory – they can say so much like “I’m cool and definitely know it”, “Not sure what the big deal is but I only wear them so I don’t squint”, “I don’t want to be seen”….and the list goes on.  Whatever they say, you determine it by their shape, size, shading/gradient, material, and embellishments.

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