In Need of Mending

White Ruffle Top: INC. Plaid Pencil Skirt: Love Tease. Red Peep Toes: Nine West. Belt: Thrifted.This waist on this skirt is way too big for me. I love the skirt color and pattern, but it is utterly impossible to wear it without a top to cover the waist because it is so big and "gappy". When I bought it, I knew it was a touch too big, however - it is seriously too big at this point. Arg! Tomorrow I go to the seamstress!...

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Dark and Sexy Knits at Mark Fast

Mark Fast's Fall 2009 collection showcased some almost unfinished dresses that are very interesting. I really like how they used nude heels with black dresses. It makes the idea of knitted dresses much more modern. Another unique technique used in this collection is knitting garments with velvet. NOTE: See the Mark Fast website link on the right side bar. ...

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Luella's Lucky Londoners

For those within a wedge-heeled walk of Bond Street, don't miss this Thursday's Luella sample sale. With 60-90% off current and vintage lined on catwalk, ready-to-wear and accessories, it is what it is - a steal. If you fail to turn up, consider it a crime against fashion. Talk about getting things handed to you. Jeez! (cue: grumbles bitterly to herself all the while claiming she never liked that lovely Luella anyway!)Luella sample...

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Steal her Look: Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad wore this Urban Outfitters top and Elizabeth and James black shorts to promote her new book L.A. Candy. Here's where you can steal her look for less and get her same top she wore. Ecote Silk Top, Urban Outfitters, $39.99(Same Top and on sale! ) Black Shorts, Arden B, $38 (You can also find them even cheaper at Forever 21 for about $13)Black Pumps, Yoox, $49Rhinestone Bracelet, Forever 21, $15.80...

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Turtlehead Tees

Slogan tees - a divisive fashion point at best. 'RELAX' like Frankie and you're an ironice hipster; emblazon 'Northsiders do it better' on your chest and you're a life-size prat. Luckily, Turtlehead.ie - a Dublin-based t-shirt/art collective - has come up with snazzier tag lines to save you from impending social suicide. 'I Hate Bread' is angsty yet coeliac-friendly; while 'Old is the New New' could score you serious post-modernist...

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BB Dakota Giveaway

If you're looking for a fabulous new summer dress, I've got great news for you. I've teamed up with Chick Downtown once again for another exciting contest. One lucky Fashion Trend Guide reader will win this BB Dakota dress from Chick Downtown.BB Dakota has been one of my favorite labels for a while now. They entered the fashion scene in 2005. Glorida Brandes, founder of BB Dakota, adds her French flair to the clothes, and her...

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Givenchy's Riccardo Tisci Talks About Latest Collection

Check out this cool video from The Cut....New York Fashion director, Harriet Mays Powell interviews Riccardo Tisci about his latest resort collection. ...

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Gorgeous Scene Gril Andie

Hi my name is Andie! XDMy style is Scene! And baby does it rocks socks off!I live in Texas. Yeah, it's kinda a boring place and there are like no emo or scene ppl that live here. I'm like a freaking loner!My myspace is http://www.myspace.com/smexy_maggs and my photos and drawings are on http://reflectingmoon.deviantart.com/I wish to be a photographer, an author and of course an awesome mom and wife. (ehhh...don't ask on the last...

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Car Boot Sale @ The Shaw

Me and my bargain-hunting. As if I needed an excuse to go shopping, now I can defend it with the excuse that I got at a car boot sale. Yes indeedy, the George Bernard Shaw Toe Jam car boot sale descended on Dublin for a sunsoaked day of fashion, falafels and general good vibes. I managed to bag myself a €10 sequin dress which I'm still on the fence about. On one hand it was a steal as it is fully-embellished and in top nick;...

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Giveaway: Current/Elliot Boyfriend Jeans

It's Giveaway time again. We recently gave away these amazing jeans and since so many of you asked if we were going to do it again, we've decided to give away another pair. Thanks to ChickDowntown.com, which carry over 150 designer brands, one lucky winner will have another chance to win these Current/Elliot Boyfriend Jeans. Simply tell us why you want them at vivafashionblog@gmail.com. Contest ends tomorrow June 27th at 12pm...

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Nicole Richie's Fringe Bag

Nicole Richie has been spotted everywhere with her Thomas Wylde "Ibiza" Shoulder Bag. If you're looking to add some fringe to your look, here's where you can get Nicole's fringe shoulder bag for less.Where to Buy:Poggiodomo Bag, Aldo, $29.98 Photo: Just Jared...

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Billion Dollar Babes - Society for Rational Dress Knitwear Sale

Billion Dollar Babes is a new website (but not new to the fashion scene) that holds three high end designer sales per week. Here I am featuring a few knitted pieces from the Society for Rational Dress sale going on right now. "Structure Vest" - an alpaca/merino blend yarn. The vest features two leather and chain link closures at front. The collar is a fold over that covers the upper shoulders in the back. It is a very stylish...

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The Cellulite Challenge - Parts 7 & 8

It's hard to believe I'm on the last stretch of my miracle cellulite treatment regime. Only four more sessions to go until I emerge as Heidi Klum's doppelganger! Since starting the Meditech challenge 2.5 weeks agao, the DTs have ended, my skin is flawless and I've melted almost 20 cms from my thighs; the cellulite isn't bad either! That's is the beauty of it. I went in to blast those dimple marks and in turn received complimentary...

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Free Personal Stylist: Covet.com

Having a personal stylist would make our lives so much more easier in the morning...don't cha think? Well, over at FabSugar I was introduced to a new website called Covet.com. Have you heard of it? It's actually pretty cool. The way it works is you first chose from a series of photos of different outfits worn by celebrities. Once it determines your style you pick your shoe size, dress size...etc. Then they email you shopping suggestions...

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Rock & Roll Jewelry by Mollie Dash

Mollie Dash's latest collection of jewelry has a great Rock & Roll feel to it. The mixed metals, and mesh chains give the pieces a lot of texture and movement. Visit Mollie Dash to see the whole collection.Fashion Plate Blog...

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Mesmerized By Motel

An intense online browsing session for floral dresses at Asos last week led me to a U.K. brand I'd never heard of called Motel. Heavy on bold florals and flirty frocks, it was just what I was craving for my summer wardrobe. I knew I'd hit the online shopping jackpot, especially when I saw that they delivered to the U.S. My new vintage-inspired 'Kate' dress perfectly satisfies everything I want in a summer dress - it's lightweight,...

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Floral Print Dresses

I am loving these garden party large floral print dresses. Shown Kimchi Blue '80s Floral Strapless Dress $58.00 at Urban Outfitters and Floral Tulip Hem Dress $22.80 Forever 21Fashion Plate Blog...

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