Fashion Designers & Labels

Are Juicy Couture Clothes Tags Pink or Gold?

Fashion-fanatic friends Pamela Skaist-Levy, a film stylist and hat maker, and Gela Nash Taylor, actress and wife of John Taylor of Duran-Duran, founded Juicy Couture in Los Angeles in 1994. After starting out with the brand's iconic designer track...

What Is Camel Cashmere?

One of the most luxurious fabrics to wrap yourself in is cashmere. This ultra-soft, fine fabric makes for a stylish sweater, cardigan or wrap. If you want to amp up the glamour factor, try wearing a camel-colored cashmere clothing item. The camel...

What to Wear to a Texas Inaugural Evening Event

Texans don't do anything halfheartedly -- and that includes celebrating the installment of a favorite politician. If you're lucky enough to have scored an invite to a Texas inaugural ball, get ready for a supersized helping of glam and...

The History of Close-Fitting Clothes

Throughout the centuries, the fashions of the day either reveal or conceal the bodacious beauty of the human form. The moral powers that be determined the appropriate standards of dress. Their rules regarding the form-fitting or loose-fitting...

History of Gianni Versace Medusa Crocodile Purse

Versace, Italy's top fashion brand, has a legacy filled with glamour and mystery. From humble beginnings in 1978 to worldwide fame and socialite status, designer Gianni Versace took fashion to new a new level of haute couture before his murder....

How to Tell If Chanel Slides Are Real

If you're a true fashionista, you don't scrunch up your eyebrows when someone says "Chanel." No, this word is all too familiar to you, especially considering your closet is probably half-full of stuff from the brand. It's certainly a...

What Outerwear Can I Wear With a Pencil Animal Skirt?

Animal print skirts are right on trend, and what's more flattering than a pencil skirt? Combine the two for a fun and exotic look. The only issue left is what to wear on top of your sizzling outfit to keep warm -- don't let a bad choice of...

The Difference Between a Fake & a Real Purple Label Dress Shirt

Did designer Ralph Lauren name his signature men’s collections after his favorite colors? Maybe. While his Green Label is licensed to another firm, his Black Label, known for slim, fashion-forward Italian styling, is 100 percent Lauren, as...

What Does a Cut Label in Clothing Mean?

You'll do anything for a deal on designer label clothing, but if the tags are cut, you may wonder whether they're still worth as much. Some retailers will cut or otherwise mark the labels on the clothing as a way of identifying certain pieces....

Types Of Eyewear

If you've never had trouble with your vision, you might think that glasses are just glasses. When you look at the variety of eyewear available, you'll see that the glasses you're used to are just a small part of the choices available. Even if they...

How to Make Your Sperrys Look Worn

Boating enthusiast Paul Sperry originally made his Top-Sider shoes after noticing that dogs maintain good traction on slick surfaces, like ice. The pads of his dog’s paw inspired Perry to make his first line of seaworthy kicks that were...

Eyelash Glue That Does Not Damage Real Lashes

If you think all the beauties in Hollywood were blessed with perfect long, lush lashes, think again. These ladies often take advantage of faux lashes to make their eyes look positively dreamy. Before you rush off and apply your own, consider the...

Nylon Vs. Polyurethane Outerwear

If looking good while battling the elements weighs heavy on your priority list, arm yourself with credible fabric technology. Where some jackets aesthetically excel, they lack in protective properties. Naked nylon fabrics protect you from the wind...

Nylon vs. Cotton Leggings

Leggings are a great addition to any wardrobe. They let you stay comfortable wearing short skirts and tunics in cold weather, work well for layered looks, and make comfortable fitness wear. Not all leggings perform the same, however. Nylon, a...

What Kind of Dress Is Appropriate for a Cotillion?

Cotillions are more than just a party, they provide an education in social etiquette. Traditionally a social dance popular in France in the 1800s, cotillions have morphed into a structured ball-like event designed to instruct young adults and...

Gucci Styles Through the Years

Unless you've been hiding under a rock for a while, chances are you are at least somewhat aware of Gucci's high-profile glamazon looks. But it wasn't always that way. The company has certainly gone through some changes since it began in the 1920s....

Point and Click: Shopping Strategies for Cyber Monday

Who hasn’t done it from time to time — shop online late at night or early in the morning and then furiously check emails to make sure the whole thing wasn’t a mistake and a waste of money? Online shopping during the holiday...

Weatherproof vs. Waterproof Boots

Those sexy new boots you snagged on sale look absolutely fantastic, but even the smallest amount of moisture may ruin your sweet outfit. If you live in an area prone to soggy weather, buying the right type of boots is essential to avoid fashion...

Which Is Better for Mousse Foundation: Real or Synthetic Brushes?

Most women don’t want to be weighed down. If you like the finish of a liquid foundation, yet find it too heavy, consider switching to a mousse foundation, which looks like a liquid but goes on light as air. Since you need the right...

How to Dress Natural and Not Look Sloppy

Natural dressing means different things to different women. Environmentally conscious types buy clothes made with organic fibers and sustainable material. Surfers, skaters and sportswomen wear what fits in with their lifestyles. Any gal can rock...