Fashion Under $50: How To Wear 70′s Flared Denim

Assuming you’ll be sporting quintessential bouncy Farrah Faucet-esque curls and a matching mega watt smile, the 70′s flared leg jean is making a huge comeback for the Spring/Summer season and trust, you need these in your closet. Along with this classic American style staple we love how Heather Locklear, Elle Macpherson and January Jones paired them with basic white tops making for a look that is modern, easy and cool. We got the look with pieces under $50.

Jessica Simpson Low Rise Flare Jeans

Expressed Rouched Drape-Neck Top

Classic Aviator Sunglasses, $14.00

Gabriella Wedge, $39.90

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10 Looks We Love From The 2011 Met Gala

Daphne Guiness in Alexander McQueen

Yesterday, New York’s most highly anticipated fashion event of the year (aside from those two weeks in February and September) occurred at the Metropolitan Museum of Art honoring deceased fashion legend Alexander McQueen. We anxiously waited for the twitpics to roll in of our favorite celebs playing high fashion ingénues for the night. With all of the hoopla that surrounded this event, we’d have to say the fashion was less than what we expected. Like for starters, why was there so much non-McQueen? The night of tribute was saved by Daphne Guinness, muse of McQueen, who changed into her feathered McQueen gown for the world to see in the windows of Barney’s literally for the world to see. Fashionably, the night was a big let down with most starlets opting for pieces outside of the realm of McQueen, but there were some highlights.

Daphne Guinness emerged in an amazingly bold, head-to-toe feathered McQueen. We wouldn’t wear this ourselves but kudos to Daphne for honoring the man of the night.

This wouldn’t be a best dressed list sans a Diane Kruger appearance or that of her legs of steel. The beauty opted for a hot Jason Wu that screamed seductive siren. We like this look a lot.

Emma Stone was absolutely gorgeous in her black and white floral Lanvin. She worked a fun neon pink lip while exuding so much class and elegance.

Sarah Jessica Parker, who was a close friend of McQueen honored him by donning a sparkly number. The look leaned more on the safe side, but we’ll take it.

Blake Lively posed with Karl Lagerfeld in Chanel Couture.

Beyonce showed up on the arm of hubby Jay-Z in a skin tight Pucci. Word spread around Twitter that she was booed by photographers because she couldn’t even move in the dress.

Ginnifer Goodwin stole the show in an emerald green cut-out Topshop Unique! We’ll forever question why a Topshop dress owned a couture red carpet.

Gisele Bündchen was gorgeous, but what else is new.

Christina Ricci brought the drama in a webby Zac Posen which fits her off-beat style.

Another name known for beating to her own drum was Rihanna who wore a lace one-sleeve Stella McCartney and a huge braid.

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Travel Tuesday: Merry Month of Moms Giveaway!

Mother’s Day has turned into a month long celebration. We’re honoring moms with the chance to win our Merry Month of Moms Giveaway, because we believe every mom deserves a weekend away. That’s right—a whole weekend of no children, chores or work, just you and your umbrella drink, tanning on the beach in sunny South Florida. The package includes a two night stay for two at the stunning Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. You and a guest will stay in the resort’s Oceanfront Room, receive two 50 minute spa treatments, one spa lunch for two, and complimentary valet parking daily. Enter on our Facebook page now, and check out the swoon-worthy pictures of the resort and spa below:

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Playlist: Mom’s Favorite Songs

Sunday marks another year of honoring our mothers for all the hard work they put in day in and day out. Whether it’s providing filling dinners when we don’t have the time to cook ourselves, staying up for late night bedside venting sessions, being the brutally honest shopping partner we need and all around best friend — MOMS, we appreciate you! As you shop for the perfect gift this year keep in mind her interests and give her a gift she will love. In honor of those interests we reached out to our Facebook fans and Team Spa Week for their mother’s favorite songs. Consensus? Our moms are rocking to songs from The Rolling Stones and The O’jays to James Taylor and Boyz II Men. We love you mom. 

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1. Shower the People, James Taylor ( Stephanie’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
2. Stacy’s Mom, Fountains of Wayne (Kaitlin’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
3. A Case of You, Joni Mitchell (Michelle’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
4. Sherry, Franki Valli & The Four Seasons (Rebecca’s Mom’s Favorite Song )
5. A Song for Mama, Boyz II Men (Melissa’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
6. Maggie May, Rod Stewart (Erin’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
7. Cry Together, OJay’s (Candace’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
8. Don’t You Forget About Me, Simple Minds (Dawn M.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
9. Is This Love, Bob Marley & The Wailers (Marlene J.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
10. Sitting On The Dock By The Bay, Otis Redding (Heather L.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
11. Kashmir, Led Zepplin (Jennifer W.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
12. Ave Maria, Celine Dion (Yvette D. and Mary Jo B.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
13. I’d Give Anything, Beres Hammond (Rose T.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
14. You Were Always On My Mind, Willie Nelson (Melissa R.’s Mom’s Favorite Song )
15. Gimme Shelter, The Rolling Stones (Breanna’s Mom’s Favorite Song )
16. Oh What a Night, The Four Seasons (Kelly’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
17. My Funny Valentine, Miles Davis (Carol R.’s Mom’s Favorite Song)
18. The Way You Make Me Feel, Michael Jackson (Mazelle J.’ Mom’s Favorite Song)

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Fashion Under $50: Polka Dot Accents

While most of us enjoyed the holiday stateside with family and friends, Beyonce and Jay-Z skirted away for an elaborate Parisian Vacay. Oh, to be young, successful and loaded. She did so at a price as cameras closely trailed her every move even capturing her in the above color-blocked green and red Marc Jacobs frock during one of her daytime outings. As much as we love Beyonce, something about this look just doesn’t work. The color scheme screams Christmas time and the fabric looks way too heavy for vacation. Using a brighter color scheme could have turned this look from blah to magical.

Looking for the good in this situation, we DO appreciate her effort in choosing a rather off kilter print. Take a break from the head to toe tribal tribal or floral prints by incorporating an unexpected splash of polka dot with these cool finds under $50.

Bebe Polka- Dot Body Suit, $39.00

ASOS Spot Print Jersey Mini Skirt, $26.90

Delias Polka Dot Dress, $44.50

Chelsea & Violet Polka-Dot Tulip Skirt, $46.80

Tiered Dots And Leaves Top, $14.90