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The latest celeb fashion line had us a little nervous at first thought.  Hitting Macy's stores in early August 2010, Madonna and daughter Lola have teamed up to produce "Material Girl" just in time for the Back-to-School rush. 


Perhaps the most surprising thing is that we actually really like some of these pieces - and we're not alone: it seems The Great Mo's magic touch is...

You’re overwhelmed. Your patience is running out. Not long after walking into a second hand store are you ready to dismiss the activity of thrifting as something better suited for your costume bejewelled colleague. Fear not – her secrets can be yours too with these five simple steps to succeed in your vintage shopping spree.

1) Find out if the store is buy/sell/trade. If so, pack some used...

What was once a tourist’s faux-pas is now the hippest thing in fashion since the ankle bootie: wearing socks with heels. 


We noticed the trend on the runway from the likes of John Galliano, Dior, Marni, and Canada’s own Joe Fresh, a look that has many variations from feminine ankle socks to bunchy mid calf or full out knee highs.  Not an easy look to sport - but if you have the guts,...

Hot pants, rompers, mildly inappropriate high slits and shorter-than-short dresses are sharing the seasonal spotlight with maxi frocks.  While mile-long legged ladies may feel confident stepping out in hot pants, try the safer and much more wearable alternative to show off those sexy stems: a short flirty dress.

Steal

Victoria’s Secret carries plenty of short playful print dresses including

From saucy to sleek, this year's crop of beach wear is eye-catching.  Form-fitting styles in every cut and colour forgive little indiscretions like a chocolate feeding frenzy - you won't need airbrushing to look anything less than fabulous pool-side.

Here’s what’s trending for swimsuits in 2010:

Bandeaus
'Barcelona' by Miraclesuit ($138), 'Illuminance' by SAHA ($119),...

As the modern bra turns 100 this year, we’ve uncovered the newbies your boobies will love from amazing steals to must-have splurges.

The Sports Bra

Splurge: 3 Reasons Support Bra by Title nine. $45 US

Steal: Hanes Sport Full Figure Sports Bra $14 US

The Push-Up

Splurge: La Perla Sea-Shell Push-Up Bra $118 US

Steal: Victoria Secrets Miraculous Push-up bra $49.50-$54 US

Size-Wise

Plus Size: Bali’s...

Just when everyone thought the Maxi dress (AKA Maximum length dress) had seen sunnier days, it’s back and sexier than ever.   Bolder prints, more vibrant colors and daring cut outs are just a few of the ways this frock has transitioned into a Summer 2010 must–have.

Splurge: The Milly Printed silk-chiffon Maxi’s cut and print is pure perfection ($545, Net-A-Porter).  T-Bags also...

The hem lines for skirts have been getting higher for years, and this summer tops are following the same route. From casual to classy, celebrities have been showing off their midriffs by wearing cropped tops.

The cropped top made an appearance on the runways this year for designer Alexander Wang.