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Cynthia's Women's Fashion Blog August 2006 Archive

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

Sneak Peek at Fashion Week: Tracy Reese

Thursday August 31, 2006
Fashion Week doesn't start until next week in New York, but we've been busy talking to some of our favorite designers about the inspiration for their Spring '07 lines. Designer ... Read More

Fashion Find of the Day: Slouchy Boots

Wednesday August 30, 2006
Slouchy boots look great with slim pants tucked in and they're are one of the hottest looks of the season. This elegant boot from Via Spiga is refined enough to ... Read More

Emmy Fashion: Busty is the New Black!

Monday August 28, 2006
The overall theme of the 58th Primetime Emmy Awards was heavily influenced by past decades: Dick Clark, Barry Manilow and "Dynasty" cast. But the Emmy fashion mood was a ... Read More

Vera Wang Teams with Kohl's for New Line

Friday August 25, 2006
Designer Vera Wang (shown left, with Kevin Mansell, President of Kohl's) is the latest designer to join ranks with a value-oriented retail outlet. The designer, who won the Council of ... Read More

Look for Less: Graphic Dress and Red Shoes

Wednesday August 23, 2006
Diane von Furstenberg's fantastic black and white graphic dress is a modern, sophisticated way to wear a print. Pairing the look with red platforms adds an unexpected touch and definite ... Read More

Fashion Find of the Day: Arche Short Boots

Tuesday August 22, 2006
Durable and comfortable aren't words you'd normally associate with really cute shoes, but for French shoememaker Arche they are known for modern designs that feel good. These short boots in ... Read More

Designer-Look Bags Under $75

Sunday August 20, 2006
Sure, it would be nice to be able to splurge on every adorable "It" bag that came along, but for those of us on real-world budgets it's unrealistic to think ... Read More

Grab a Piece of Paris Hilton's Style

Friday August 18, 2006
If you've ever wanted to live the life of the posh heiress, now's your chance because StarStyle.com is auctioning off Paris Hilton's furniture from her West Hollywood home. There are ... Read More

Designer Spotlight: Oscar de la Renta

Thursday August 17, 2006
Oscar de la Renta is the epitome of New York, upper-class chic. Never one to shy away from classics, feminine touches or color, Oscar's looks have a timeless quality that ... Read More

Trend Watch: Skinny Jeans

Wednesday August 16, 2006
Skinny jeans are not just for the rich (not unusual to find the best brands topping $150) or super-thin (when worn with tunic tops or boots even curvy girls can ... Read More

Fashion Find of the Day: Healthy Back Success Bag

Tuesday August 15, 2006
The Healthy Back Success Bag by designer Gogogear, available at FredaLA.com, is a cross between an "It Bag" and a utilitarian laptop bag. Made of leather and lined in a ... Read More

Are You a Snob?

Monday August 14, 2006
We all have our stuck-up moments, but has all that fashion gone to your head? Take the interactive quiz and see where you rate on the snob-o-meter!

Fashion Find of the Day: Isabella Fiore Oversized Bag

Friday August 11, 2006
It's rare to find a trendy bag that is still versatile enough to wear with almost everything in your closet, but this extra-large Isabella Fiore bag will fit the bill. ... Read More

Designer Spotlight: Jill Stuart

Thursday August 10, 2006
Designer Jill Stuart was born to garmento parents -- makers of the popular "Mister Pants" line in the '60s -- and as a teenager, Jill began selling bags and belts ... Read More

Top 10 Campus Bags

Wednesday August 9, 2006
Find the perfect bag to tote your books and essentials around campus in style.

10 Looks to Love for Fall

Monday August 7, 2006
Sweater knits, wide belts, leggings, menswear styles and patterns were just a few of the looks you'll start finding in the stores for fall. Find out which fall fashion trends ... Read More

Fashion Find of the Day: 'Glitter Punks' Shades from Juicy

Friday August 4, 2006
Add a bit of mystery with these large, shield-style shades from Shades of Couture, by Juicy Couture. The "Glitter Punks" style comes in either gold or black and has a ... Read More

Heather Locklear Too Old for Tank Tops?

Wednesday August 2, 2006
Normally, I don't bother to disagree with other fashion experts, but a recent comment by the fabulous Stacy London of "What Not to Wear" got under my skin. In a ... Read More

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