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Let's hear it for Peter Nygard October 27, 2007 | Comment on this article Leave a comment A Peter Nygard visit is never understated. It’s special, over the top, exciting. And so it was when he came to Oklahoma to visit Dillard’s stores and for two fashion shows at the Penn Square Mall store on Saturday. A large group of mostly Dillard’s employees chanted his name and waved... Read More
Malan Breton of Project Runway fame October 22, 2007 DALLAS – Anyone remember Malan Breton from “Project Runway”? He’s the one with the black hair and the accent from the third season. He didn’t sew up the fashion competition, but he is showing his spring 2008 collection at Fashion Center Dallas at the World Trade Center. More on... Read More
Checking out spring at Dallas market October 21, 2007 DALLAS — OK, I’ve only been at the World Trade Center, home of the Dallas Fashion Center where buyers from across the country come to fill their retail clothing stores, for a couple of hours, but here’s one quick trend for spring. YELLOW.  I mean in-your-face, screaming yellow. Even better if... Read More
Love to take pictures? Here's your chance October 18, 2007 The folks at Nygard International need your help. Designer Peter Nygard is coming to Oklahoma Oct. 25-27,  and the company is looking for “volunteer” photographers to take pictures of his visits to Dillard’s stores in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Norman and Lawton. He’ll be traveling with two... Read More
She's got legs October 12, 2007 Legs are going under cover, and they’ve never looked more stylish. Covered legs were all over the runways during the fall fashion shows earlier this year. Finally, a trend that makes sense. Who wants bare legs when it’s 40 degrees outside? This season’s legwear lineup... Read More
Taryn Rose trunk show October 01, 2007 Need a new pair of shoes or a handbag? Wait a minute. Need has nothing to do with shopping. If you want a new pair of shoes or a handbag, head to Dillard’s in Penn Square Mall for a Taryn Rose trunk show. A company representative will be there from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday. Happy shopping. Read More
Simply Vera Now on eBay September 21, 2007 Renowned designer Vera Wang’s budget-minded apparel collection landed in Kohl’s stores Sept. 9, and already the shelves and racks are looking bare. So, is anyone surprised to learn that some of the more popular and difficult-to-find pieces are commanding over-the-top prices on eBay? Didn’t think so.... Read More
Valentino resigns September 05, 2007 After dressing royalty, Hollywood stars and the international jet set for 45 years, Italian designer Valentino has announced his resignation as head designer of the Valentino fashion house. Valentino Garavani, 75, known for his red couture gowns, said he would show his last ready-to-wear collection in Paris in... Read More
More celebs dish up cheap chic September 04, 2007 Sarah Jessica Parker is getting some company at Steve & Barry’s. Actress Amanda Bynes, who starred as Penny Pingleton in “Hairspray,” and tennis star Venus Williams are launching fashion collections at the budget-minded retailer. Bynes, 21, said she has loved fashion all her life. Her new collection,... Read More
Styling with Tim and Veronica August 30, 2007 What do Tim Gunn and model Veronica Webb really have to say about Abercrombie & Fitch, fashion mistakes, must-haves for fall, favorite budget retailers and polishing up politicians? The two have been doing conference calls with the media to discuss their new makeover show, “Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style,”... Read More
Mad for plaid August 16, 2007 OK, so you’re mad. Gas prices are still too high and your favorite drink of choice at Starbucks now costs 9 cents more. Forget it and focus on fashion. Get mad for plaid. It was all over the runway during the New York fashion shows and the checked pattern is now starting to show up at your favorite stores.... Read More
It's in the bag July 19, 2007 I love purses, but I don’t like to change bags. I search for one that works with the majority of my wardrobe and off I go. Since I don’t change purses often, the one I carry often gets overstuffed, heavy and, well, a bit unorganized.  I usually end up with multiples — several lip glosses and... Read More
Q&A with Carmindy July 12, 2007   I recently talked with Carmindy, the makeup artist on television’s “What Not to Wear,” about makeup and her new book, “The 5 Minute Face.” She has a very healthy approach to makeup, one that most women will appreciate. Even better, she likes to use both high-end and drug store products.... Read More
Liz Claiborne ... she'll be missed June 27, 2007 It was 1976 and Liz Claiborne was in Oklahoma City for Fashion Week. Yes, Oklahoma City really had it own Fashion Week. Six months earlier, Claiborne had started her own company with clothing geared to women entering the workforce. “I don’t want to dress a few beautiful people who have lots of money,”... Read More
Flip-flops that tone your legs June 05, 2007 Yes, ladies, that’s the claim of FitFlops, which load your leg muscles more so you get a workout while you walk. The shoes were developed at the Centre for Human Performance at LSBU in London. Every step you take in the FitFlop helps tone and trim your legs. According to press info, a multi-density midsole... Read More
Get Reba's glam look May 17, 2007 Who noticed Reba McEntire’s glam and polished makeup during the Academy of Country Music Awards television show? The man responsible was celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman, who shares how he created the Oklahoma singer’s “hi-fi” look. “I really wanted to do something glamorous on Reba that would... Read More
Busting out with Jessica Simpson May 10, 2007 If Jessica Simpson’s goal was to get attention at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala in New York, she succeeded BIG time. Everyone’s talking about her dress — or to be more exact, what was not in the dress. Read More
Beauty awards May 07, 2007 Looking for a new beauty product or two? The Cosmetic Executive Women named these as the most innovative beauty product launches of the year. If you’ve already tried one or more, leave a comment and let us all know if it’s worthy of the honor. Acne Treatment $10 and over: MD Skincare by Dr. Dennis Gross... Read More