The Gucci Horsebit Loafer: Loafing in "Timeless Style"

Gucci

Gucci

is giving us many colorful reasons to celebrate an anniversary. Sixty years later and the iconic

Horsebit Loafer

is as relevant today as it was in 1953.

"Flawless style"

... fresh, modern, classic AND calling your name!

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SHOES: thom browne men

Thom Browne Shoes

Am I in love? Obsessed? Deranged? Or just a Thom Browne stalker. Maybe all of the above. Either way, I can't seem to get enough of all things TB. Noted, I've been a fan long before our First Lady "introduced" him to America, so to speak. [Have I mentioned that I have played with most of the clothing in his Tribeca showroom? The fit is as impeccable as is the style.] I'll take the pair pictured above, please.

Thank you.

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OSCAR 2013 Red Carpet Fashion: Best & Worst

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The girl became a woman in this stunning Dior...

Jennifer Lawrence

killed it last night on every level. I loved the dress, the hair and necklace. And for those of you who thought this was too much dress...

please!

She took home the top honor. The biggest prize... Jennifer can wear anything she likes. 

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Naomi Watts is radiant in this dress. She took a risk with this edgy Armani and it paid off.

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I still see Jessica Rabbit, but thats not a bad thing. Jessica Chastain looks like a glamorous movie star. Oh, wait... she is!

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Halle Berry redeemed herself in my eyes from the last Versace disaster she sported in the Golden Globes. This dress is amazing. The only thing I wish she'd do different is the hair. I would like to see something chic and structured. Not so wild.

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Sharp and debonair. He's distinguished yet modern in this blue tuxedo. Congratulations on the Oscar win Daniel Day Lewis.

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The Dior is gorgeous but it's Charlize Theron's overall beauty that I am dying over! OMG, she is so amazingly beautiful. I'm obsessed.

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This photo is pint sized, just like Bradley Cooper's mother. He is dashing in Tom Ford. The hair was a little too slick for me, but not enough to make me not like.

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Amanda Seyfried seems to be having fun. She looks a tiny bit washed out in the dress.

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Great for Helen Hunt for wearing H&M! Just remember, you get what you pay for.

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I give Jane Fonda props for having a banging bod and a great plastic surgeon. Now if she would only do something with that hair!

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What is going on with Nicole Kidman? She's lost her red carpet mojo. I like the dress, I hate the hair. She can do better. Remember the red halter gown with the oversized bow? I want that Nicole to come back.

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Salma darling, you just killed McQueen again. Are you still channelling Frida Kalo and replaced the back brace with a blingy neck brace? And what's that on your head? Call me, we can do better next time. xo

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Train wreck.

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If Wonder Woman swallowed Adele she would look like Melissa McCarthy.

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Anne Hathaway... I love you from the Tiffany's necklace and up. That's it! You've given a whole new meaning to "deer caught in headlights" with those crazy nipple darts! Do NOT ever be on my worst dressed list again, okay?!!

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Falguni & Shane Peacock NYFW f/w 2013

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Without a doubt, the edgiest runway show at Lincoln Center was the

Falguni

& Shane Peacock

Fall/Winter 2013 collection, which made it one of my favorites. They basically created a 3D effect with their garments by layering rich textiles. Feathers,

beadwork

, leathers, velvets and lace were meticulously presented in a classic silhouette influenced by Art Deco artist

Erte

. Balancing the luxurious softness of the collection with a harder, more powerful edge, the designers created amazing

peplum

shaped bodices out of high polished metal. The juxtaposition of the feminine sensibility with the futuristic corseted accessories

"elevated the super heroine to the next level of

badassery

," according to the designers. They achieved their intentions.

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The Essential Guide to Strapping Strapless Winter Looks

by guest blogger: Mollie O'grady

Winter is just around the corner, and unless you live in a tropical paradise, it's time to put away your beloved summer wardrobe and pull out the cozy sweaters and boots...or is it?

This winter, the fashion world is exploding with fun looks that weave summer's hottest trend, the strapless dress, long into the winter months.

Try these styles to jazz up any strapless dress.

Warm

Winter can be frigid. Although it's tempting to try on cute, semi-skimpy tube dresses that go perfectly with those new peep-toe heels, you don't want to be caught outside when a gust of wind makes you cringe longingly for the Caribbean. Keeping warm in a strapless dress can be tricky business, so make sure to bundle and layer as much as you can without looking like a bag lady.

Tasteful

When wearing a strapless dress in the winter, start your look from your feet up, when those tootsies are bundled it makes a huge difference. This season it's all about the boots. From rocking boots to stilettos; boots are back in a big way. Boots make a great accompaniment to strapless dresses, as you can throw tights or even hide poodle fleece socks underneath. As noted by Urban Outfitters, this season's cute looks include pairing socks with pumps or even peep-toes to stretch your summer wear as long as possible.

Next, it's time to work those legs! Take advantage of the boat loads of cute leggings lining this year's racks. You can mix and match colors with styles, lacing looks edgy against corduroy, and sparkles match with just about anything. The same goes with tights, you can pair patterns for a fun bohemian look, or spice things up with fishnets over nude tights for warmth and style on a sassy night out.

Comfortable

Although sometimes you have to forgo a little comfort for the sake of style, if it's enough to give you frostbite, then you've gone too far. That's where layers come in. Layers are making waves across runways in a big way this year, and you can easily cash in on the cuteness. If you have fitted long sleeve shirts, or even baby doll t-shirts, you can layer them underneath your strapless dress and throw a cardigan over. Even the added warmth of a camisole paired under your strapless dress can work out nicely.

Last but not least, a jacket or coat is the most important part of a winter ensemble. There are infinite numbers of cute coats out there just begging to be paired with your favorite strapless dress. A fitted trench coat can give a strapless dress an instant elegance, taking you from a cute daytime look to fancy and warm in an instant. Puffy down coats can be added for extra "spunk" and go-anywhere attitude, or a blazer can add a muted respect for business and play time. Top your look off with a cute hat and scarf and you'll be the bell of the winter ball!

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News Anchor turns Super Model for a Day

Look at what happens when you take the anchor away from the desk and she steps into the fashion closet. WSBTV Senior Anchor, Jovita Moore and I played dress up earlier this year.

Our closet: Jeffrey Atlanta;

Our playground: W Hotel Midtown. That's pretty fabulous already, huh?! Jovita was a fantastic model, a professional all the way around and together with a great team of photographers, hair & make-up artists and assistants, an amazing day of all things style occurred.

See photos:

Jovita looked relaxed yet chic in a Michael Kors zebra print poncho and linen pant. The shoes: peep toe cork sandals by Prada.

Jovita is totally glam in a Giambattista Valli chiffon gown. Shoes Prada. W Midtown Whiskey Park.

Dries van Noten blouse and printed wrap coat. Piazza Sempione pant and bronze Manolo Blahnik watersnake heels. This was one of my favorite looks on Jovita. A perfect modern pairing with the setting.

Girls just want to have fun in a Dries van Noten blouse and Jason Wu ostrich feathered skirt. The shoes are a hot pink Prada.

Classy and classic in a Giambattista Valli black beaded sleeveless dress. Love the red lip.

After the shoot, Jovita dashed off to the station and delivered the evening news - glamorously in fashion hair and make-up. 

*Big thanks to Don Purcell at Jeffrey Atlanta. Hair/Makeup: Tymeka McNeal, Zavia Ross. Photos: Tomas Espinoza.

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Avoid an Office Holiday Party Wardrobe Malfunction: The Do's and Don'ts

by guest blogger Jason Torres

The office holiday party is coming and you do not want to be hiding your face behind your notepad as you walk through work on Monday ashamed of your behavior. Your goal is not to find someone to kiss under the mistletoe at this shindig, but to celebrate a good year and job well done working together.

Approach the office holiday party as you would your 

photo Christmas cards

. These greetings are going to a variety of locations: from your mom and dad to your best friends from college. You want to be you, but you don't want to be too over the top — office holiday party.  It's not worth risking your professional reputation by being a blundering idiot. These

do's

and

don'ts

apply to both women and men (except maybe the little black dress part). 

Do

• Get Your Sparkle On — However, if you're in your closet choosing your outfit and you pick up that glittery Vegas dress or suit, go ahead and put that right back in the closet. Probably going to be too much for the office party. But don't let that stop you from wearing something glittery and adorned with sequins - just keep it real.

• The Little Black Dress — Classic and lovely, the little black dress is appropriate for your office party. Think about adding a scarf or big and bold accessories. Oh and shoes, add some sassy shoes.

• Don't Stray From Your Style — Whether you are funky, sophisticated, playful or classic, come as yourself. This isn't Halloween. Being yourself will assure your comfort throughout the evening, in turn allowing you  to have a good time and not worry about a possible wardrobe malfunction.

• Plan Small Talk — It's not a bad thing to be prepared for conversation. Talk with people in different departments. Introduce yourself to the bosses you may have not met. This may be the best chance to get to know people you see every day.

• Thank the Party Planners — Whether you know it or not, there is a lot of preparation that goes into an office holiday party. The coordinator has to start in October in order to nail down the date and location for that very busy weekend in December. That is just the beginning of months of planning. Be sure to recognize.

Don't

• Tuck Away the Cleave, Ladies — Again, office party. Not a time to show off your guns. Guaranteed, the dates of your fellow male co-workers will be quietly planning a drink spill on those boobies.

• Shear Fabric — If it's see-through, people will be looking. Do you really want creepy Charlie from Accounting watching you all night?

• Go Casual — The office party planning committee would be slightly offended if you decided the party wasn't important enough for you to dress nicely. Skip the casual attire and put on your pearls and cufflinks.

• Christmas Sweaters — Unless it's an ugly sweater party, definitely leave the holiday decorations on the desk. Everyone probably already knows how much you love Christmas by the shape of your desk so show them another side to you. Leave the reindeer headband at home.

• Get Funky Monkey — Don't get drunk at the party! No one has ever benefited by trying to keep up with Ke$ha on the Drunk-o-Meter. Even though you feel comfortable because you and your boss are chatting it up, remember, come Monday morning, you are not best friends. He or she is still your boss and will remember what you said, because surely they are watching their behavior. (hmm...or are they?)

• Post Pictures — Your co-workers may not want their pictures posted on social media . Don't post without asking them first. Same goes for checking them into Yelp or Facebook, respect their privacy.

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