Fashion

    Article Our Most Fashionable Moments of '08

    Jan 5, 2009

    Let's not kid ourselves. Chicago isn't exactly the fashion capital of the world -- but we did have a couple notable moments in 2008. As we get used to writing 2009, the Chicago Tribune put together a list...

  • Video Release Improving Personal Style Begins From Within

    Jan 5, 2009

    In the time of year where many make resolutions, one expert says improving your outside image begins on the inside.

  • Link Five Fabulous New Year's Fashion Resolutions External website

    Jan 5, 2009

    by Carly J. Cais, Fashion Designer & ChicSteals blog As a designer, I've developed an eye for style over the years along with an appreciation for the fact that sometimes, designer pricetags...

  • Link 1 Little Black Dress; 9 Different Looks External website

    Jan 4, 2009

    The LBD is truly a heroic multi-tasker with at least 9 fashion lives.  This version from Bottega Veneta may initially seem p

  • Article What is She Wearing?

    Jan 1, 2009

    A new Web site hopes to limit social nightmares by allowing women to "register" the gown they're wearing to a specific inaugural ball.

  • Gallery New Year, New Look...Please

    Jan 3, 2009 | 12 comments

    It's a new year. Don't you think it's time these celebs freshened up their looks a bit? We have some suggestions...

  • Link Eat, Drink & Be Chic in 2009! External website

    Dec 30, 2008

    Still stumped about what to wear for New Year's Eve?  Time to reach for the trusty LBD, and gussy it up a bit. Try a bold clutch and shoes that, while not matchy-matchy, are complementary in some...

  • Article FDA Okays Eyelash-Growing Drug with Side Effects

    Dec 30, 2008 | 8 comments

    The FDA approved the eyelash-thickening drug Latisse -- and it has some interesting side-effects. Redness, itchiness, darkening of the skin. Now that's sexy!

  • Article Want a Free Birkin Bag?

    Dec 29, 2008

    Who doesn't want a Birkin bag? Starting at about $7500 a pop, these gorgeous handbags are difficult to come by. Fear not! We have the scoop one who's giving one away for free...

  • Link All Good in the Hoodie External website

    Dec 29, 2008

    A fully tailored, pinstriped satin-lined hooded jacket may be just what you need to get through the winter in style.

  • Link Play Ping Pong with Stuart Weitzman External website

    Dec 29, 2008

    You already knew Stuart Weitzman knows for shoes, but did you know he's also an ace Ping Pong player?  If you think you have what it takes to beat him, first check out the video of him in action...

  • Video Release The Perfect Leather Jacket

    Dec 26, 2008 | 1 comment

    Check out this season's trends in leather jackets...

  • Link The Skinny on Getting Skinny in 2009 External website

    Dec 30, 2008

    According to ABC News, almost 5 out of every 10 Americans resolves to lose weight in the New Year. And the reason that half (!) the population is having to revisit this goal annually?  The abysmal...

  • Link Worst Fashion Trends of 2008 External website

    Dec 29, 2008

    Uggs....ugh. Fanny packs...please.  Celeb perfumes...do you really wanna smell like Paris Hilton?  While the year was fashionable in so many ways (glamorous shine, fabulous florals, ladylike...

  • Link Book a Room at L.A.'s New Fashion Hotel External website

    Dec 29, 2008

    The notorious Sunset Strip hotel formerly (and formally) known as Hyatt West Hollywood, aka The Riot House, was recently gussied up as the Andaz West Hollywood and a fashion stylist brought in to give...

  • Video Release How to Dress Skinny

    Dec 25, 2008 | 4 comments

    The makers of a new body shaping garment claim it can trim women by two dress sizes instantly...

  • Video Release Want a Model Body? Here's How

    Dec 25, 2008 | 1 comment

    A few model citizens (that is, actual models) demonstrate their body-toning workouts. Watch and learn.

  • Link Bad Santa Wishes You Decidedly Drunken, Mostly Miserable Holidays External website

    Dec 24, 2008

    I've been to prison once.I've been married twice.I was once drafted by Lyndon Johnson and had to live in shit-ass Mexico for two and a half years for no reason.I've had my eye socket punched in, a kidney...

  • Article Short-Haired Women Aren't Hot

    Dec 19, 2008 | 38 comments

    The NY Daily News says pixie hair is back -- apparently, so are silly clichés about sex appeal

  • Link A Heartwarming Tale of Xmas Terror External website

    Dec 24, 2008

    "Christmas crept into Pine Cove like a creeping Christ thing: dragging garland, ribbon, and sleigh bells oozing eggnog, reeking of pine, and threatening festive doom like a cold sore under the...

  • Article Christmas Cheer: Posh Will Save the Economy!

    Dec 24, 2008

    Here's some Christmas cheer to get you feeling all warm and tingly: Vicky Beckham's line of frocks is the light at the end of the economic fashion tunnel.

  • Link Celeb-Inspired Holiday Fashion with Carly's Chic Steals External website

    Dec 23, 2008

    by Carly J. Cais, Fashion Designer & ChicSteals blog As a designer I've developed an eye for style over the years, and an appreciation for the fact that sometimes, designer pricetags can be...

  • Link Win Fabulous "It"Girl Gifts from Intermix External website

    Dec 23, 2008

    Why not start 2009 off with a fashionably new you, courtesy of Intermix?  Fashiontribes has the exclusive on the It Girl Gifts Giveaway, $3000 worth of Intermix stuff for one lucky winner. ...

  • Link Last, LAST Minute Gift Ideas External website

    Dec 23, 2008

    If you act fast, there is still some gift shopping to be had today that will arrive in time for Christmas Eve tomorrow. "Many stores are offering free overnight shipping, so the cutoff time is...

  • Link Sexy New DL1961 Jeans for a Sexy You External website

    Dec 22, 2008

    Technology is a beautiful thing, especially when it translates into sexxxy jeans that never sag, bag, or lose their shape.  "We have developed soft, lightweight washes with XFIT that are far...