Dream Beauties

When the economy took a downturn, educator-turned-entrepreneur Sandy Philpott became sure of one thing: a lack of money doesnt have to equate to a lack of style.

Enlarge Uptown Redesigns gallery (6 photos) In 2009, the self-taught handbag designer founded Uptown Redesigns, a collection of upcycled handbags made from old leather jackets salvaged from thrift shops, consignment boutiques and the back of her own closet.

Like many Americans, my husband and I were at a point in our lives where we were trying to cut back on our spending, Philpott said. So in an effort to keep my creativity stimulated, I looked around the house and got resourceful.

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Today was a new day and the last day at Amsterdam International Fashion Week..

The weather could not decide itself rainy or sunnyWell I dont know why I tell you thatmaybe I did not got that much into the Design to speak about the weather.

I wanted to go there by bike, like it should be here in Amsterdam, though as soon as I opened the door it was raining that hard that I would get directly totally wet. So I had to decide:

Either I go and be wet @ the Jan Boelo Show, to make my cold even worse, or I would go up, get some other cloths to take with me to change there, or last choice, I would go with my broken, pink -flash umbrella to the tram, and arrive there dry but maybe a bit too late

I choose decision number 3.

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As much as we love to strut our stuff in our stilettos and wedges, sometimes our poor feet deserve a break!

Flats are cute, but take a cue from the boys and try a pair of stylish brogues instead! It’s a more unique and dapper look that mixes menswear with lady-like casual perfectly.

These lightweight shoes work for summer and then transition effortlessly into the cooler seasons. Go as simple or embellished as you please and scope out a pair today!

Plus, this fashionable footwear doesn’t have to cost you your savings account! Click on the slideshow and take a look at our fave picks for stylish brogues for $75 or less!

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The 1960s were a time of experimentation and the art world was no exception. Artists such as Andy Warhol were turning conventional items into influential pieces of art. These “Pop Artists” were pushing the boundaries of what people considered art and Mel Ramos, with his provocative images combining consumer goods and naked models, was at the forefront of the Pop movement, along with Warhol. Would you like a side of sexy with your Velveeta?Sex sells – it has always has. It probably always will, and Mel Ramos knew it. Advertisers have been using sex to sell everything from soda to sheets – and the female form continues to push products today. Ramos Full Article…

DALLAS, Jul 20, 2011/ FW/ Attention Kmart shoppers! This is not a Blue Light special; this is the new Kmart! Unveiling an unexpected campaign titled “Money Can’t Buy Style”, Kmart re-launches itself as a fashion destination.

With the advertising aimed at empowering customers to embrace their individualism when approaching fashion, Kmart wants its customers to emphasize self-expression in fashion rather than focusing on brand names.

Our goal is to get people to look at Kmart apparel differently, said Tara Poseley, president of Apparel at Kmart. We took a fresh approach in our campaign with a message that truly embodies what Kmart does best making the aspirational attainable. We ha

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Ok, yes. We love our purses and handbags.

We have many in our closets and are nowhere near our limit and always on the look-out for the next must-have bag to add to our collections. But as much as we love our bags, we have to admit … Sometimes, they get in the way.

When it comes to partaking in carefree summer activities, maneuvering through large crowds on vacation and trying to be as streamlined and clutter free as possible, our beloved purses are sometimes more hassle than haute.

That’s why we love this little purse that’s also a belt. It’s roomy enough to store all you’ll need, but not so big where you end up with a lot that you don’t.

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