Have you ever…

• wanted a personal shopper like movie stars have to go out and find the kind of clothes you like in your size?
• had a hard time finding the dress/top/pants you wanted in your size?
• yearned for a particular fashion item but couldn’t afford it at the regular price?
• visited an online clothing store to find a really great sale had just ended and you just missed it?

If any of the above describe you, you’re going to love ShopItToMe.com.

Give ShopItToMe your preferences, and every time something in your size goes on sale, it will report back to you.  That means 1) you don’t have to do the leg work ever again and 2) you don’t have to pay full price ever again.  Just kick back and let ShopItToMe do your shopping for you.

The service is completely free.  You can read more about how it works, see a partial list of retailers ShopItToMe regularly searches, or go directly to sign up.  For track shoes and running gear, visit Shop It To Me Running.

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Answer:  They were all in fashion news recently.
 
Lindsay Lohan/Paris Hilton Drama — Lindsay Lohan walked out of an event she was hired to work after finding out she would be helping to promote Paris Hilton’s line of handbags.  She’s getting a lot of criticism for it in the press, but I’m afraid I’m going to have to side with LiLo on this one; she wasn’t told about the Paris Hilton thing ahead of time.  So who’s the real cause of the drama, Lindsay Lohan or the less than forthright promoters?  (Or was this whole thing just a promotional stunt to begin with?)
 
Fashion Show to Rescue Bear — The “I Can’t Bear It” event will feature models in “barely there” underwear, as well as ladies apparel, in order to raise money to save a bear named Manchester.  Manchester is one of many bears being farmed for stomach bile in China (used in traditional Chinese medicine and easily replaceable with herbs or synthetics).  The event also hopes to bring attention to this cruel, unnecessary, and painful practice.

Fashion Police, Literally — The Information and Broadcasting Ministry in India banned a fashion channel called FTV;  among the reasons given – it’s “likely to adversely affect public morality.“  The article contains a few references to things you might not get if you’re not Indian, but it’s still a good read for anyone looking for a reminder of just how great it is to live in a free society.

If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post: Green Weddings, Skin Care, and Irish Chicken Wings with Guiness.

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Today, I’d like to bring your attention to a website called TabloidStyle.com.  They are self-described as “the red-carpeted road to Hollywood for the girl next door.”  TabloidStyle.com brings you the latest trends in celebrity fashion at regular-people prices. 

They have photos of your favorite celebrities, and lots of dresses, tops, handbags, etc., for sale that are the same or similar to those worn by celebrities.  If you’re already a fashionista, then this is a great resource for you to find the clothing and accessories you’re looking for.  If you’re not so good at keeping up with current styles, then let this site help to guide you.  Either way, this is a wonderful women’s style resource for everyone!

Shop now for the style (especially accessories) of some of your favorite celebrities.

• Ashlee Simpson
• Beyonce Knowles
• Britney Spears 
• Carmen Electra
• Christina Aguilera
• Coleen Mcloughlin
• Jessica Alba
• Jessica Simpson
• Linsday Lohan
• Nicky Hilton
• Nicole Richie 
• Paris Hilton
• Rihanna
• Sienna Miller
• Vanessa Minnillo

This V-neck, jeweled, teal top, seen here on a model, is one example of the many cute pieces of women’s clothing and accessories available for purchase at TabloidStyle.com:

TabloidStyle.com ships worldwide.  See their women’s clothing sale section, too.

If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post:  Trendy Girls Let JLo Pick Out Their Clothes.

Photo Courtesy of TabloidStyle.com

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Animal print is *in* right now, as are big, bold prints.  This trendy zebra-print dress in black and white features a sheer overlay below the bodice.

Here’s a closer look at the the silk chiffon material and chain trim along the bodice:

It’s available for purchase when you shop at the online women’s clothing store, Lew Magram.  Get the women’s shoes the model is wearing at the same shop.  These high heel T-strap sandals come in two different styles:

Lew Magram ships to the United States and its territories.  For complete outfits already mixed and matched for you, visit their Look Book.  Looking for a bargain on women’s apparel, footwear, and accessories?  See Lew Magram’s women’s clothing sale page.

If you liked this post, you might like the black and white purse at the end of my previous post:  5 Handbags Even You Can Afford.

Photos Courtesy of Lew Magram

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This JS Collections dress is fantastic.  A lot of clothes tend to follow the same pattern, but this one is different while still being in line with current trends.  I love the sleeves on this, the little bows on the sleeves, and the piping; the black floral print against the white background is really exquisite.

Available at Barrie Pace which ships to the United States.  See their women’s clothing sale section, too.

Photo Courtesy of Barrie Pace

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Kate Moss just launched her Spring/Summer 2008 collection.  You can buy it at TopShop.  Here’s one of her pieces:

This daisy print dress has a romantic, vintage touch with ruffles down the front.  Here’s another view:

You can get this same style in a top, as well.

She has a lot of great pieces, and you can view the entire Kate Moss collection here.  TopShop ships worldwide.  To learn more about their clothes and see them in motion, view one of their many video podcasts.  TopShop also offers special sizes for petite, tall, maternity, and babies.

You can book a Style Advisor (a.k.a. personal shopper) in stores throughout the U.K. for a small deposit (in case of cancellation), but you get the money back provided you show up.  You can also book a small group of friends for a shopping party with a Style Advisor. 

They’re also opening a store in New York in Fall 2008.

TopShop has love for students and offers a special student fashion section where they have fashion news, special deals, and occasional freebies.  Additionally, UK students with an NUS Extra card get a year-round 10% discount.

How great is this store??

If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post:  Yasmin Le Bon Approved Spring 08 Collection.

Photos Courtesy of TopShop

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Easter is coming up fast, and this season’s fashion offers all sorts of fun alternatives for your Easter attire.  Here are 5 fashion tips for a stylish Easter holiday.

1) Bright Colors:  Bright colors are in, especially yellow.  Bright colors against a black background are also very stylish this year.

2) Girly Stuff:  Ruffles, lace, florals — anything feminine or frilly.  Girl it up this Easter with romantic clothing styles.

3) Traditional or Casual, You Choose:  Fashion is much less rigid today, and choices abound.  If you’re not into dresses, wear a pretty floral halter top with slacks, jeans, or capris.

4) Chic Hair Accessories:  Forego the big Easter hat for a sleek and stylish hairband.  The Hair Boutique and Marketplace offers a fabulous collection of couture headbands, or, if you want the scarf look but aren’t sure how to tie one, cheat with one of these ready-to-go scarf headbands from Cherabella.

5) Big Bold Jewelry:  Match the bright colors in your clothing with big, bold jewelry that’s fun to wear, like these enamel bangles from Banana Republic.

If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post featuring 5 Easter dresses:  Easter Comes Early This Year — Do You Have Your Dress Yet?

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I found a store that sells regular and plus size dresses up to size 20 to the general public for wholesale prices!  It’s called Buy in America.  Here’s a cute and trendy dress from their site:

Not only is it wholesale, it’s also on sale right now for about $30!!  The chiffon wrap is sold separately.  They ship worldwide.  See their women’s clothing clearance page, too.

Photo Courtesy of Buy in America

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Nordstrom has a list on their site of 10 Things To Add A Glamorous Global Twist to Your Look for Spring 2008.  Want to know what’s in style right now?  Let Nordstrom point the way.

1. The Gladiator:  This look features any kind of shoe reminiscent of ancient rome.  Shoes come in all heights, from heels to flat sandals.  It’s all in the straps.  This L.A.M.B. stiletto heel is made of metallic leather.

Explore more of the Gladiator Look. 

2. Primitive Prints: Animal prints, batik, and geo-ethnic designs define this style.  A good example is the pattern on this Diane von Furstenberg dress, made of silk.

Explore more of the Primitive Prints Look. 

3. Organic Stones and 9. Exotic Rings:  For Organic Stones, look for natural materials (as opposed to precious stones) like crystal, agate, and quartz.  For Exotic Rings, go for big and over-the-top.  This Argento Vivo white cat’s eye pendant dangles from not 1, but 3 gold chains.  The white cat’s eye ring is big, bold, and attention-getting.

Explore more of the Organic Stones Look.

Explore more of the Exotic Rings Look. 

4. Ornamentation: Metal, beads, jewels, sequins – this season’s look features clothes that are decorated and adorned.  Like this cute swing coat from L.A.M.B. with metallic beading.  Pair it with the L.A.M.B. pencil skirt, called Bombshell, pictured below.

Explore more of the Ornamentation Look. 

5. Natural Materials: Look to accessorize with earthy materials like wood, cork, wicker, and bamboo.  This slingback Jessica Simpson pump features blue leather atop a wooden heel.

Explore more of the Natural Materials Look. 

6. Mixed Stack of Bangles:  When it comes to bangle bracelets, choose from a variety of different materials from wood and stone to metal and enamel.  Just make sure that no matter what type of bangle you’re wearing, you have lots of them.  For a glamorous touch, try these Swarovski crystal bangles.

Explore more of the Mixed Stack of Bangles Look. 

7. The Caftan:  The sixties are back in full force, including the caftan.  Try this Tory Burch tunic caftan in a yellow print.

Explore more of the Caftan Look. 

8. Safari Style:  Cargo pockets, khaki, and more animal prints define this look.  These Via Spiga wedge sandals sport a giraffe-print heel.

Explore more of the Safari Style Look.

9. (see #3)

10. Handmade Details: Attention to detail is the name of the game, whether it be embroidery, cut-outs, applique, ruffles, or something else.  Look for clothes with that extra touch.  This Phillip Lim dress features incredibly detailed embroidery and teeny tiny ruffles along the collar and sleeves.

Explore more of the Handmade Details Look.

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If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post: Designer Dress Has Fresh Look in Gray, White, and Beige.

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The Audrina dress pictured below features draping reminiscent of ancient statues of greek goddesses, a style that’s very *in* right now.  What I especially like about this dress is that it has the fittied piece beneath the draping.

Available in other colors, as well; get it at Lauren Conrad which ships worldwide.

If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post about another dress with a draped effect:  Mini Dress — Pale Blue and Just Right for You.

Photo Courtesy of Lauren Conrad

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