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Cynthia's Women's Fashion Blog August 2008 Archive

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

Q: What is Cocktail Attire?

Saturday August 30, 2008
A. Cocktail attire calls for a short dress, preferably not something you'd wear for daytime or the office. A little black dress -- glammed up with accessories -- is a ... Read More

Fall Quick 'n' Cheap Update #2: Longer Skirt

Tuesday August 26, 2008
It's been ages since I was excited to wear a skirt. This fall I can turn to one of my favorite silhouettes, the longer skirt, which is anything from a ... Read More

Fashion Do or Don't? Amanda Peet

Tuesday August 26, 2008
Can you really have too much of a good thing when it comes to fashion trends? Definitely. Anything more than 2 or 3 trends worn together usually screams fashion victim. ... Read More

Fall Quick 'n' Cheap Update #1: Skinny Belt

Thursday August 21, 2008
First in my series of easy and inexpensive ways to update your fall wardrobe: the skinny belt. Don't be fooled by its size or name, because the skinny belt will ... Read More

Designer Spotlight: Michael Kors

Monday August 18, 2008
I've developed sort of a fashion crush on Michael Kors. Although I've always loved what he does with American sportswear, the point where I really got hooked on him was ... Read More

Studs, Bows, Maxis, Jumpsuits: Would You Wear These Trends?

Thursday August 14, 2008
I'm never going to wear a maxi or high-waisted pants because I'm none of the things that really make those looks work like being a) super tall b) super thin ... Read More

Tuesday Fashion Find: Red Scarf

Tuesday August 12, 2008
One of the easiest ways to transform your current wardrobe is to add updated accessories. And the scarf is definitely the accessory of the moment. This red cotton square scarf ... Read More

Ralph Lauren Turns U.S. Athletes into Country Club Set

Friday August 8, 2008
I'm probably the only person who didn't love Ralph Lauren's Olympic Opening Ceremony look for the U.S. team, but the whole ascot/blazer/giant polo pony crest smacked of the uptight preppy ... Read More

Free WWD.com Access Today

Friday August 8, 2008
If you've ever wanted to see fashion like a pro, you'll love a sneak peek into Women's Wear Daily online. Today that insider's look is free (WWD.com is subscriber-only access) ... Read More

Paris & the Pink White House. I'm In.

Wednesday August 6, 2008
Paris Hilton's new video spoof -- in reply to presidential hopeful John McCain's use of her celebrity in an ad -- is funny stuff. As a fashion model/actress/shoe designer ... Read More

Free Celebrity Fashion Games

Wednesday August 6, 2008
The kids have said "I'm bored" for the 1000th time, dishes are piled up and it's a million degrees outside. The perfect distraction? Celebrity makeover games. Take out your frustration ... Read More

Tuesday Fashion Find: Studded Shopper

Tuesday August 5, 2008
Want a high-end look for an affordable price? I like the Tignanello brand because it offers touches you'll see on pricier brands like luxe pebbled leather (hides scratches great), magnetic ... Read More

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