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Preppy Plaid Ok, I'll admit it: I'm a prep at heart! Throw me a blazer and cable knit in any combination, and I'll start to swoon. While 'prep' usually conjures up images of dorky girls in knee socks, modern takes on preppy staples, like plaid, are adding an air of cool to tradition: Kat de Luna and Eva Pigford rock plaid in colorful dresses topped off with pretty pumps or ankle boots... ...with or without tights. Rihanna and Rachel Roy pump up the volume in all plaid coats... ...adding belts to create hourglass silhouettes. Chanteuse Christina Milian offers just a dash of plaid in a yellow cap... And Kimora (and kids) go super traditional and super cute in Burberry....

Preppy Plaid

Ok, I'll admit it: I'm a prep at heart! Throw me a blazer and cable knit in any combination, and I'll start to swoon.
While 'prep' usually conjures up images of dorky girls in knee socks, modern takes on preppy staples, like plaid, are adding an air of cool to tradition:
Kat de Luna and Eva Pigford rock plaid in colorful dresses topped off with pretty pumps or ankle boots...
...with or without tights.
Rihanna and Rachel Roy pump up the volume in all plaid coats...
...adding belts to create hourglass silhouettes.
Chanteuse Christina Milian offers just a dash of plaid in a yellow cap...
And Kimora (and kids) go super traditional and super cute in Burberry....

. Festive Frocks! Sanaa Lathan at Essence Magazine's December Cover Party on November 28, 2007 Lil' Mama at the "This Christmas" premiere on November 12, 2007 Christina Milian at the "House Of Taylor" Jewelry Collection launch on November 10, 2007 Take a cue from the ladies above and sparkle this season in a festive frock in a bold hue. Bold hues are sure to help you turn heads this winter, so pull out that perfect special-occasion dress and get the party started! Left to right: Satin Racerback Dress, $19.80, Forever21; Crystal Pleated Dress, $24.50, Wet Seal; Curvy jersey ruched dress, $89, Victoria's Secret; Morgan Ruched Envelope Dress, $118; Macy*s. Nerd Alert! .
champagne chocolate Champagne and chocolate. The two must haves in my survival kit; next to matches and a cell phone. I mean can a lady survive without either? Thank goodness ShoeBox Bakery realized the necessity of both and created this wonderful little treat called (insert drum roll here) champagne chocolate! It's a deep chocolate folded with champagne, then topped off with a champagne glaze. The little treats are only $8.50 a dozen; which gives you plenty to share with others, and available for pick up or shipping. Check out champagne chocolate here, and visit www.shoeboxoven.com for more information and to view their other tasty treats. LET'S PLAY!!!
The Date, and What to Wear. The misconception faced by many males is that suits are all the same. No, they are certainly not. That 3 button pin stripe piece you place on your body to that mundane place you call work, will not be suitable. Invest some of that hard earned Christmas bonus into something I like to call "THE COOL SUITE." Here is a smart, casual slim fit two-piece suit to show off your lunch time gym physique, or to disguise that lunch time beer physique.
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First up, Olamide from London is totally in love with Beyonce's look: She says, "Please can you find where Beyonce got this outfit???" Slouchy Knit Beret, $10.80, www.forever21.com ; Max Studio Silk Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater, $98, www.maxstudio.com; Tribeca by Kenneth Cole Rock Candy Flats, $40, www.piperlime.com; Women's Beaded Hoop Earrings, $7.50, www.oldnavy.com; ASOS Paperbag Stripe Trouser, $47, www.asos.com. "Any advice on where I should start looking? ( I just graduated college so i can't spend a ton)" Rihanna's $398 coat from Ron Herman might be a bit out of reach, but that doesn't mean you can't get a similar look. Try these lower priced black and white options: Left to Right: Belted Houndstooth Coat, $178, www.talbots.com; Soia & Kyo Belted Houndstooth Wool Coat, $330, www.nordstrom.com; Paper, Denim & Cloth Jackie O Jacket in Houndstooth, $149, www.revolveclothing.com. Next, reader Julia says, "I do not have the traditional crave of shoes/clothes/purses. Don't get me wrong...if I see some hot shoes, purse, or outfit I will definitely buy it. What makes me go crazy for fashion is outerwear style...like coats/jackets/vest/sweaters. So I come to you asking: Can you please find where I can get this coat Alicia has on???" "...Your help is truly appreciated." Julia! So that coat, with the leather detailing, really reminded me of a Mackage Coat. Mackage coats are made in Canada, have great cuts and shapes, cute leather accents, and also cost a grip! I checked their stock, and couldn't find anything...though I did do a search and found this $258 Kenneth Cole Reaction Trench Coat.... ...that I felt fit the bill. If that doesn't cure your coat jones, let me introduce you to a few Mackage creations: Top Row: Joanie Prince of Whales Zip, $748; Zipper Coat with Puffy Sleeves, $550. Bottom Row: Noemie Coat in Fog, $660; Valeria Trench Coat in Black, $627. Get 'em all at www.revolveclothing.com. And if anyone knows who made Alicia's coat...let me know! Next, Natalie says, "Hi Claire, I love these boots..." "...edgy but sexy. By chance do you know who makes them?' Hey there. Kristen's boots look similar to these boots by Fitzwell... Get 'em for $180 a zappos.com Next, Shari says, "Hey Claire! What kind of shoe do you think I can wear with this dress? "...And do you think I can wear panty hose? Thanks!" Um, Shari. That dress is fire. And a fire dress deserves some fire shoes. I'd say keep it simple in a neutral black, but make sure that these aren't any regular old black shoes (as the model is wearing). Strappy, tall, wedged, or spiky, make sure your heels stand out! Try these: Left to Right: Jessica Simpson Hidi Platform Maryjane, $63, www.endless.com; Report Signature Guarda T-Strap Pump, $195, www.revolveclothing.com; Alessandro Dell'Acqua Suede Bondage Stilettos, $670, shopbop.com Oh and yes, wear sheer hose. It's cold out there!

First up, Olamide from London is totally in love with Beyonce's look:
She says, "Please can you find where Beyonce got this outfit???"

Slouchy Knit Beret, $10.80, www.forever21.com ; Max Studio Silk Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater, $98, www.maxstudio.com; Tribeca by Kenneth Cole Rock Candy Flats, $40, www.piperlime.com; Women's Beaded Hoop Earrings, $7.50, www.oldnavy.com; ASOS Paperbag Stripe Trouser, $47, www.asos.com.

"Any advice on where I should start looking? ( I just graduated college so i can't spend a ton)"
Rihanna's $398 coat from Ron Herman might be a bit out of reach, but that doesn't mean you can't get a similar look. Try these lower priced black and white options:
Left to Right: Belted Houndstooth Coat, $178, www.talbots.com; Soia & Kyo Belted Houndstooth Wool Coat, $330, www.nordstrom.com; Paper, Denim & Cloth Jackie O Jacket in Houndstooth, $149, www.revolveclothing.com.

Next, reader Julia says, "I do not have the traditional crave of shoes/clothes/purses. Don't get me wrong...if I see some hot shoes, purse, or outfit I will definitely buy it. What makes me go crazy for fashion is outerwear style...like coats/jackets/vest/sweaters. So I come to you asking: Can you please find where I can get this coat Alicia has on???"
"...Your help is truly appreciated."
Julia! So that coat, with the leather detailing, really reminded me of a Mackage Coat. Mackage coats are made in Canada, have great cuts and shapes, cute leather accents, and also cost a grip! I checked their stock, and couldn't find anything...though I did do a search and found this $258 Kenneth Cole Reaction Trench Coat....

...that I felt fit the bill.
If that doesn't cure your coat jones, let me introduce you to a few Mackage creations:
Top Row: Joanie Prince of Whales Zip, $748; Zipper Coat with Puffy Sleeves, $550.
Bottom Row: Noemie Coat in Fog, $660; Valeria Trench Coat in Black, $627.
Get 'em all at www.revolveclothing.com.
And if anyone knows who made Alicia's coat...let me know!
Next, Natalie says, "Hi Claire, I love these boots..."
"...edgy but sexy. By chance do you know who makes them?'
Hey there. Kristen's boots look similar to these boots by Fitzwell...

Get 'em for $180 a zappos.com
Next, Shari says, "Hey Claire! What kind of shoe do you think I can wear with this dress?

"...And do you think I can wear panty hose? Thanks!"
Um, Shari. That dress is fire. And a fire dress deserves some fire shoes. I'd say keep it simple in a neutral black, but make sure that these aren't any regular old black shoes (as the model is wearing). Strappy, tall, wedged, or spiky, make sure your heels stand out!
Try these:

Left to Right: Jessica Simpson Hidi Platform Maryjane, $63, www.endless.com; Report Signature Guarda T-Strap Pump, $195, www.revolveclothing.com; Alessandro Dell'Acqua Suede Bondage Stilettos, $670, shopbop.com
Oh and yes, wear sheer hose. It's cold out there!