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Cynthia's Women's Fashion Blog August 2005 Archive

By Cynthia Nellis, About.com Guide to Women's Fashion since 1999

Star Style Scoop: Sarah Jessica Parker

Wednesday August 31, 2005
No single celebrity carries off fashion as well as

Best Little Black Dresses

Monday August 29, 2005
Whether you're heading off to a class reunion or walking the decks of a cruise ship, the little black dress is a no-fail option. Look for details that flatter your ... Read More

What We Wear to Work

Thursday August 25, 2005
Are sleeveless shirts, open-toed shoes and heavy makeup outlawed at your office? Or are flip-flops, jeans and T-shirts standard office wear? Find out how your office dress code stacks ... Read More

Gap for Grown-Ups

Wednesday August 24, 2005
If you've ever felt lost at the mall -- between teenybopper styles and old lady looks -- you'll love Gap's newest venture, a store called Forth & Towne. The store skews ... Read More

Designer Eveningwear

Tuesday August 23, 2005
At the recent Dallas Apparel Market, a line of wonderful eveningwear separates caught my eye. The vibrant jewel tones were a perfect match to the handmade Thai silk, the fabric ... Read More

Fitted Fall Jackets

Monday August 22, 2005
It's time to start thinking about covering up with Fall's best jackets. Look for close-fitting styles in casual fabrics like cord or denim to pair with skirts or pants

Star Style Scoop: Sienna Miller

Thursday August 18, 2005
As the boho princess, Sienna Miller takes things that would make most of us look like urchins and mixes them to perfection. Find out more about Sienna Miller's knack for ... Read More

Fashion FAQ: How to Layer?

Wednesday August 17, 2005
Whether you love the funky look of layering dresses over jeans or you need the practicality of layering your work wear for chilly offices, you can learn more about layering ... Read More

What to Wear to Disney World

Tuesday August 16, 2005
Some of the most heinous crimes know to the fashion world are committed at family parks like Disney World, including a profusion of fanny packs and entire families dressed in ... Read More

Luxe Tunics

Monday August 15, 2005
In fabrics like wool or silk with hand embroidering, the tunic becomes a work of art for designer Tinkkoo. One example, is the silk crepe tunic (photo, left) with ... Read More

6 Perfect Pantsuits

Thursday August 11, 2005
I love pantsuits! Nothing is more polished, professional and flattering than a jacket with pants. Matched sets take the pain out of getting dressed for work every morning; most of ... Read More

Charm Your Cell

Thursday August 11, 2005
Give your most indispensable accessory -- your cell phone -- a little bling for just $5. Trinkies cute little charms fit right on the antenna and come in styles like ... Read More

Star Style Scoop: Paris Hilton

Wednesday August 10, 2005
Is your wardrobe lacking oomph? Don't worry: you can borrow a few style secrets from heiress/actress/model Paris Hilton.Few celebs take their image as seriously as Paris Hilton. Her all-or-nothing ... Read More

Faking It

Tuesday August 9, 2005
Counterfeit fashion items are a huge business worldwide. Find out how to spot a fake (it's getting more difficult!), why you should rethink buying knockoffs, and how to make sure ... Read More

Doggy 'n' Me

Monday August 8, 2005
Woozie Wear's adorable line of canine fashions includes cozy sweaters for little dogs with matching hats, scarves, gloves and apparel for owners. Douglas Perlman, owner and designer of Woozie Wear ... Read More

Plus Size Styles for Fall

Monday August 8, 2005
Don't hide those curves under baggy clothes this season! Show off your curvy figure in sleek pants, svelte skirts and sexy-cut jackets.

5 Back-to-School Styles to Steal From Kids

Friday August 5, 2005
Why let your kids have all the fun? Some of the hottest new fall trends will work great for your wardrobe, too. Find out which styles translate for grown-ups. (Photo, ... Read More

Attack of the Supermodel

Thursday August 4, 2005
Not only do supermodels not look like the rest of us, apparently they settle disputes with their friends a bit more aggressively than just being catty. International news outlets report supermodel ... Read More

Quick Fashion Tip: Dark Jeans

Tuesday August 2, 2005
With all of the distressed, faded looks out there it's easy to become distracted when it comes to buying new jeans. But one of the easiest ways to do denim ... Read More

How to Shop in a Hurry

Monday August 1, 2005
Navigate the aisles in a flash with these insider tips to shopping for apparel in a hurry.

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