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— From our friends at TheFind
With Valentine’s Day soon approaching with it comes the question, “what will I wear for an evening of romance?” Whether it is your fifth date or your 5th anniversary, no other fabric says ‘romance’ like lace. A delicately woven lace dress adds a sweet message of feminine charm. Choose a [...]

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— From our friends at TheFind
Ponchos are making an appearance again this fall in the form of chunky knits. Think handmade, warm and cozy. Many are a fusion of sweater and poncho that button up the front, making them easier to layer. You’ll see hoods, pockets and zippers as added features as well. Look for [...]

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Looks from Hayley Starr
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
WHO: D.O.G Pet Boutique
WHAT: Celebrating VH1 Divas upcoming concert, the pet boutique is teaming up with VH1 for a day devoted to the doggies, including the opp to take a pic with your pooch on the Vh1/D.O.G. Red Carpet with celebrity pet photog Kristin Kirgan (4pm-6pm, yes, apparently, celeb [...]

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Gilt is a good thing this fall. Yes metallics are with us again this season. In addition to the metal stud trend is the appearance of warmer shades of gold and bronze.
Metallic leggings are one version of the many styles of skinny leg coverings for fall. We love these Helmut Lang metallic stretch leggings ($275.00 [...]

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Get the look from upper right clockwise: Hunter Festival Limited Edition lace-up Wellington boots $225 at Net-a-Porter; Alexander Wang Max Fanny Pack, $790 at Shopbop; Juicy Couture ‘Chief’ Bootie, $475 at Nordstrom.com; Alexander McQueen Stud-Textured Bracelet, $330 at Saks.com; Mike & Chris Double-Breasted Leather Vest, $495.00 at Saks.com; Balmain Leather motorcycle jacket $12,050 at [...]

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The short romper jumpsuit has grown up. No longer just for playdates at the playground. Now available in sophisticated styles and sizes for grown ups, the summer romper is one way to keep cool and maintain your style credibility. Honed in fabrics like silk, knit and linen these delicate little short jumpsuits look very pretty [...]

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Haven’t the inclination or time to create a charm bracelet of your own? Not to worry, look to one of your favorite designers for some instant gratification as many have curated a collection of bits and baubles into embellished charm necklaces. Charm necklaces add an interesting element of an eclectic accessory yet won’t get [...]

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In case you were wondering, people will line up and wait for a free cupcake. Sunday at 3pm at The Grove, Sprinkles Cupcakes teamed up with Fox Searchlight to give away 500 sweet treats via the bakery’s adorable van, plus a tee, in promotion of 500 Days of Summer.
By 3pm, the line stretched [...]

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Considering Magic Johnson’s business savvy, it’s not a surprise that wife Cookie (who has a degree in Retailing of Clothing and Textiles) would team up with one of the industry’s best—Michael Glasser, founder of 7 for all Mankind and Citizens of Humanity and current owner of Rich & [...]

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Rachel Comey for Urban Outfitters from The Pipeline
— Blue13 Dance Company Bollywood Classes / DailyCandy
— Roxy launching activewear line / WWD
— Kate Moss For Topshop Remembers Studio 54 / The Pipeline
— Rachel Comey Does Shoes For Urban Outfitters / The Pipeline
— Nails the color of the ocean / Fashion Rules!
— WeHo’s Art & Design Walk [...]

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Adam Lippes for Mango from Racked NY
— $11 gingham glasses, though not as cute as these / Fred Flare
— Vogue’s Fash Editor Sally Singer talks shop at the Hammer / The Curated Life
— Recession takes big bite out of L.A. restaurant business / LAT
— Recipe, Oatmeal raisin cookies from Auntie Em’s Kitchen / LAT
— Cool [...]

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Umami burger from Daily Dish/LAT
— Mmm, Umami burgers! On La Brea, south of Wilshire / Daily Dish/LAT
— The best cookie dough at La Brea Bakery / Pocket Lint
— SF Assemblyman Ammiano proposes bill to tax/regulate marijuana / LAist
— Taxing pot could become a political toking point / LAT
— Another bar, The Varnish, opens Downtown / [...]

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