Casual Friday 7/31/09

Casual Friday 7/31 by The Style Aficionado featuring Tory Burch shoes

Lucky Mag’s 5 ways to dress around a button-down shirt (with the aficionado’s twist)

  If you don’t have a white button down in your wardrobe, we suggest you go out RIGHT NOW!  and buy one. As shown in the video this essential is very versatile, and can be worn from day to night effortlessly. Check out The Style Aficionado’s recreations and tips on how to care for your [...]

WWOS – Week worth of Style: Vacation Edition

Packing for a trip doesn’t have to involve baggage claims. Check out these items that can be mixed and matched for more than a weeks worth of style – and it all fits in your carry on (with room to spare)

Keep your intimates safe in the wash

Lets face it, underwear is an investment – it’s the foundation of our wardrobe, but can be a bit tricky to care for. Here are a few tips to keep your panties pristine and as beautiful as the day you bought them.

Double Take: Fashion repeats of the First Lady (slideshow)

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Casual Friday 7/24/09

Casual Friday 7/24 by The Style Aficionado featuring Tory Burch shoes

Forever 21 to launch home and beauty line

Forever 21 recently launched Faith 21 its plus sized clothing line, and just when we thought it couldn’t get any better – the chic and budget friendly mega brand has decided to expand again. This time adding home and beauty items to its list.  We haven’t seen any promo pictures or received any details about what exactly would [...]

Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale

Fall’s hottest styles are making their debut right now – and for a short time they’re on sale! Find irresistible clothes, shoes, accessories, and outerwear for the entire family. Prices go up Monday, August 3.

Reality check – FCJO (for celeb/creative jobs only)

The emergent trend of funky, edgy hair styles are definitely attention getters. However, they are not meant for the masses. Specifically the trend shown below. The half shave, as I am calling it, is one fad that cannot and should not be replicated on non celebs. Unless you are unemployed (and not looking for a job), a [...]

Casual Friday 7/17/09

Casual Friday by The Style Aficionado featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Front Row Seat: Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2009/2010

Sunscreen and your Makeup routine

Many foundations and powders contain sunscreen, but is that enough to protect your skin for the day? You want to prevent wrinkles and skin cancer, so you are a dedicated sunscreen wearer. But is it possible to wear makeup with sunscreen without looking like a glazed donut?

Francois Nars for Marc Jacobs – Fall 2009 Fashion Week

Ask the Aficionado – What to wear to a funeral or memorial?

I was watching the Michael Jackson memorial on TV the other night and got to thinking if I ever had to go to a funeral what would I wear? I know it’s not meant to be a fashion show, but I also wouldn’t want to be inappropriate. I am 24 years old, and I have never been a one. My family members are getting older, so I am afraid funerals are in my future.

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