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Cynthia's Women's Fashion Blog March 2006 Archive

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

Featured Designer: Monique Lhuillier

Thursday March 30, 2006
There's never anything outrageous or tacky about Monique Lhullier's designs. Instead, the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising alum turns out elegant dresses and sportswear that are both youthful and ... Read More

Get the Look for Less: Designer-Inspired Handbags Under $75

Wednesday March 29, 2006
Designer handbags look scrumptious this season with details like chunky gold hardware, pockets, oversized shapes and denim. But not all of us can afford to blow mortgage-size payments (some ultra-luxe ... Read More

Spring's 'It' Bags

Monday March 27, 2006
Forget the hippie hobos and flashy metallics of the past seasons: this spring bags run the gamut from big and bold to sweet and laydlike (like Marc Jacobs' directional perforated ... Read More

Tough Chic

Saturday March 25, 2006
Don't be fooled by the girly ruffles, soft colors and floaty fabrics of Spring '06: there is still a strong element of tough, rock 'n' roll style out there to ... Read More

Quiz: Do You Need a New Look?

Friday March 24, 2006
Has it been a while since you changed your look? When you have a wardrobe filled with clothes all in the same color or you wear the same looks everyday, ... Read More

10 Foolproof Formals

Wednesday March 22, 2006
When the occasion calls for a special dress, you may become overwhelmed with all of the choices out there (and even more confused when you see stick-thin celebrities carry off ... Read More

Fashion Steals of the Week

Monday March 20, 2006
How about a pair of adorable brown and pink espadrilles for less than $40? Or a preppy-cute bikini for almost 50% off? Nothing's better than great fashion at a wonderful ... Read More

Fashion Bloggers are Talking About...Prints & Patterns

Sunday March 19, 2006
One of the easiest ways to add a little zip to your wardrobe is by adding prints and patterns. This week's StyleChatter hones in on which prints and patterns fashion ... Read More

Featured Designer: Rosa Cha

Thursday March 16, 2006
Brazilian designer Amir Slama knows a thing or two about making women look sexy. Take his cutout, flesh-tone and brightly printed bikinis for label Rosa Cha, for example. Find inspiration ... Read More

Get the Look for Less: Jessica Alba's Oscars Dress

Tuesday March 14, 2006
Jessica Alba, in her golden Versace dress with embroidered skirt took top honors in our site's poll of best-dressed actresses at the Oscars. Get the look for yourself for less ... Read More

StyleChatter: Fashion Blogs are Talking About...Oscar Fashion

Monday March 13, 2006
Are the Oscars as important as Britney's bathing suit? Was Michelle Williams best dressed only because the show was too boring to watch in its entirity? Find out the entertaining ... Read More

Denim Bags and Shoes

Wednesday March 8, 2006
The newest way to add denim to your style isn't through jeans or jackets: it's by wearing denim handbags or shoes. Wear denim bags and shoes with anything -- white, ... Read More

Vote for Best-Dressed Actress at Oscars

Wednesday March 8, 2006
Vote Now! Who was the best-dressed actress at the 2006 Oscars? 1) Keira Knightley 2) Jessica Alba 3) Charlize Theron 4) Uma Thurman 5) Felicity Huffman 6) Ziyi Zhang 7) Reese Witherspoon 8) Nicole Kidman 9) Jennifer Lopez 10) ... Read More

Oscar Fashion: 10 Best Looks

Monday March 6, 2006
Loads of bling and bright colors (with the exception of blue) were gone: in their places were neutrals and murky colors often reserved for fall (olive, eggplant, chocolate). But the ... Read More

StyleChatter: Fashion Blogs are Talking About...Preppy

Sunday March 5, 2006
Preppy is the quintessential American sportswear look, but for fans of the always-cute style it's more than fashion: it's a lifestyle. Find out what fashion bloggers are saying about preppy ... Read More

Wedges and Platforms: The 'It' Shoes of the Season

Friday March 3, 2006
Forget about delicate heels and dainty soles: the hottest footwear trends feature a thick footbed (or platform) and/or wedge heels. From rope-wrapped espadrilles to sexy evening platforms, these shoes are ... Read More

7 Style Secrets from the Red Carpet

Wednesday March 1, 2006
Secret #3 - Don't Dress Your Age: Scarlett Johansson knows how to work a glamorous Hollywood look that defies her young age. Likewise, style-savvy stars like Jane Fonda know how ... Read More

Paris Fashion Week: Fall '06

Wednesday March 1, 2006
From Nicholas Ghesquière's modern play on proportion at Balenciaga to John Galliano's rocker chick collection at Dior, Paris Fashion Week is in full swing. Milan Fashion Week wrapped last Saturday, ... Read More

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