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  • Michelle Obama Designer Shutters Shop

    By: Tracy Hopkins | 1 Comment | Feb 18, 8:43am ET

    Not even creating clothes for the First Lady could keep Maria Pinto in business.  According to various reports, the Chicago designer quietly closed her boutique and filed for bankruptcy earlier this month. Peculiar news, considering Oprah was also a client.

    Just six months ago, I was privileged to attend a lovely presentation … More

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    Hot Valentine's Day Jewelry Under $20

    By: Tracy Hopkins | Comment | Feb 4, 10:53am ET

    Nothing says “I love you” like statement jewelry that actually spells it out. So this Valentine’s Day, whether you want to drop a less than subtle hint to that special someone or simply treat yourself to a little self-love, these cute, kitschy accessories will help you wear your heart on … More

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    Danielle Stevens' Help for Haiti Necklace

    By: Tracy Hopkins | 1 Comment | Jan 28, 7:00am ET

    It’s a great time to show support for Haiti in any way you can.  That’s what makes this engraved necklace designed by Danielle Stevens so special. Danielle launched her whimsical jewelry collections in 2002 and will donate 80% of all sales from the “Help For Haiti Necklace” to the Red Cross … More

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    LOFT Summer 2010 Preview

    By: Tracy Hopkins | 1 Comment | Jan 27, 12:16pm ET

    Thanks to an exclusive blogger preview of LOFT’s (formerly known as Ann Taylor LOFT) Summer 2010 collection, I have a new store to add to my weekly shopping routine.
    When I was in junior high school, my mother styled me in “little miss” blazers, skirts, and dresses from Ann Taylor.  As … More

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    Get Jessica Alba's Red Dress Look for Less!

    By: Tracy Hopkins | Comment | Jan 27, 8:02am ET

    Whether you have a romantic date or a classy girls night out planned for Valentine’s Day, you’ll want to look your Hot Mama best for the occasion. So let’s look to Hollywood for inspiration.
    Jessica Alba looks the happiest I’ve ever seen her in a red carpet photo in this sweet, … More

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    Sex and the City V-Day Accessories

    By: Tracy Hopkins | 2 Comments | Jan 26, 7:00am ET

    Dress up like Carrie Bradshaw this Valentine’s Day.  Sarah Jessica Parker’s fashionable “Sex and the City” character was known for the flirty catch phrase, “Hello Lover,” and you can wind down your romantic Valentine’s night out with your Mr. Big in these sassy “Foldable After Party Flats.”
    Or if you’re feeling … More

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    Award Season Look for Less by M. Levinson!

    By: Tracy Hopkins | 1 Comment | Jan 22, 7:00am ET

    Add a dose of red carpet glamour to your wardrobe with these delicate, sterling silver tear drop earrings with faceted Peridot rondells ($55) by New York jewelry designer Matthew Levinson for M. Levinson.  I was thrilled to receive a sample pair and can’t wait to make my fellow fashionistas green … More

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    Buy Unique Vintage Umbrellas for Haiti

    By: Tracy Hopkins | 1 Comment | Jan 19, 7:00am ET

    The starlets at the 2010 Golden Globe Awards could have used one of these trendy umbrellas ($25) from Unique Vintage. To lend a helping hand to Haitians in the aftermath of last week’s devastating earthquake, the Cali-based vintage-inspired clothing and accessories boutique and online store is donating 20% of … More

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    Support the Yéle Haiti Earthquake Fund

    By: Tracy Hopkins | Comment | Jan 17, 12:04pm ET

    Here’s another way to show your support for Haiti.  Music producer and hip-hop artist Wyclef Jean is a proud Haitian.  His organization, Yéle Haiti, uses music, sports and the media to reinforce projects that are making a difference in education, health, environment and community development.  Celebrity supporters include Tyra Banks, Norah … More

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    Rihanna Hearts Johnny Vincent Swimsuits

    By: Tracy Hopkins | Comment | Jan 13, 7:00am ET

    Rihanna has been prancing about Mexico and the Caribbean in some pretty hot bathing suits. After some investigative research (meaning I watched a segment on “Extra” hosted by the uber-irritating Billy Bush), I found out the suits are designed by Chicago native Celeste Johnny.
    After college, Celeste moved to New York … More