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Thursday, 17 May 2012

Five Summer Reads You Haven't Seen On TV Or The Movies

Lately, it seems that all people can talk about are books -- and the movies and shows these books have spawned. Harry Potter, Twilight, Hunger Games, Game of Thrones, the list goes on forever. But not every great book gets snatched up by Hollywood. Here's my list of five great summer reads that have not yet been featured on the big screen.
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How 14 Celebs Changed From Age 20 To 30

When I was 20 I was a hot mess. I can't imagine being in the public eye at that age, much less crashing through the next ten years in the spotlight. But such is the life of a movie star, model or famous musician. And I think in the case of these ladies, time has treated them kindly. Check out the journeys of these 14 celebrities from ages 20 to 30, and how their appearances changed... or didn't! More Here...
Red Carpet Roundup: 2012 Cannes Film Festival, Part 1

The Cannes Film Festival has just begun, and yet the fashion world is already abuzz about certain red carpet looks. As a style event, Cannes tends to be more adventurous than the Academy Awards, so most of the starlets' gowns are unique, if not strangely beautiful. See a few of the early standouts by clicking here!
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Would You Try This DIY Haircut?

I couldn't help but be intrigued when I first read this. I spent the necessary amount of time learning how to cut hair professionally, so anytime someone says "Try this home haircut on yourself," my instinct is to call shenanigans. But the man behind this sensation, Lee Stafford, is an actual hairdresser, and his six-step process is designed for the cash-strapped woman who wants a medium-length layered cut. Take a look at the results of the big chop below, as well as the steps this woman used to get there. More Here...

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Hit Or Miss: Ginnifer Goodwin's Leather Minidress

This season is seeing a whole lot of leather. It might not be practical for warm weather, but designers are still cutting tons of summer styles from it; like this minidress by Jonathan Saunders worn by Ginnifer Goodwin this week. She matched her clutch and peep-toe pumps to the woven dress, but steered clear of accessories otherwise. Her color palette makes me think of the queen of hearts. What do you think of this look on Ginnifer?
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10 Passive-Aggressive Parking Notes

Parking lessons were the best thing that came from dating my first boyfriend. For about three months after receiving my license, you would find my car pathetically double-parked in the far back of lots, out of the way of people who knew how to properly operate their vehicles. Then "Fernando" (as I will call him) came along, and made all my dreams come true! Parking dreams, that is. And now, while parking with ease is nice, it's also nice to know that I'll probably never be a recipient of passive-aggressive notes like these.
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The 3 Best Coconut Products For Summer: From Hair Products To Hangover Cures

Summer is just around the corner, and I can already almost smell the scent of coconut that seems to pervade every aspect of the season. From food to candles to tanning oil, it's safe to say that coconut is a prominent figure from June through August. But with so many tropical options, where's a girl to start? I'm here to help with a few of my favorite coconut products, and you should tell us yours in the comments! More Here...
Would You Wear A Corset? What If It Shifted Your Organs Around?

As if Spanx weren't torturous enough for our bellies, it seems that the fashion world wants to assault womankind with corsets (again). Shapewear called fajas have been trending in Spanish communities for years, and now it looks like they may become mainstream. Will women really latch onto the look in pursuit of a great figure? More Here...
12 Reimagined Versions Of The Royal Crown

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The Queen's Jubilee is coming up soon and, as with any proper royal event, fashion designers are drooling over every aspect of it. One challenge several high-end names were given by Harrod's department store was to invent an imaginary new crown for Her Majesty. And, like most items designers produce, they are quite eye-catching! More Here...
6 Peeks At The 80s Fashion In 'The Carrie Diaries'

The CW has released some stills from its upcoming show The Carrie Diaries, which follows a young Carrie Bradshaw (she of Sex and the City fame, in case that needed clarification) in her early years. Since the program takes place in the 80s, there are lots of eye-catching styles on Carrie, which shouldn't be surprising for a character known for her already over-the-top 90s fashion sense. See some of the shots here!
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