Fashion Matters

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Neiman Marcus lists the best accessory trends for fall May 31, 2010 | Comment on this article Leave a comment We just closed the lights on a long Memorial Day weekend, but for those in the fashion business, it’s often about the next season. That means fall. With that in mind, Neiman Marcus compiled its list of the season’s best trends. Animal print is essential, but keep it in mind that it doesn’t have to be a... Read More
Kim Kardashian and sisters launch new self-tanning gel May 27, 2010 The Kardashian sisters — Kim, Kourtney and Khloe — debuted their signature self-tanning gel, Kardashian Glamour Tan, the first product from their upcoming Kardashian Beauty line. The product is available exclusively at Sephora. “My sisters and I are all about getting the perfect tan without harming our... Read More
Sidewalk sale at Shawnee Mall May 28-31 May 27, 2010 [img]2061267[/img] Read More
Freebie: Win this book by Elizabeth Adler May 26, 2010 Time is ticking, so don’t wait wait another minute to enter this week’s Mood giveway. It’s “There’s Something About Tropez” by Elizabeth Adler, a great summer read filled with romance, adventure, mystery and an exotic locale. Send your entry with your name and mailing address to... Read More
"Sex and the City 2" girls glam it up for movie premiere May 26, 2010 So, how did the Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall and Kristin Davis fare — fashionwise, that is — at the “Sex and the City 2″ premiere Monday evening in New York? Stylist Patricia Field, who dresses the fab four for the series and the movie, told Radaronline.com: “I thought the four of... Read More
Cosmetic Executive Women name 2010 beauty award winners May 25, 2010 The 2010 CEW Beauty Award Winners Last week in New York City, Cosmetic Executive Women recognized the most innovative beauty products of the year at the 16th annual CEW Beauty Awards. In a field where innovation is the norm, which products stood out enough to take the prizes? The 2010 CEW Beauty Awards... Read More
Get a beachy glow with Bobbi Brown Beach Club Collection May 23, 2010 Looking for a new shadow or shimmer? Bobbi Brown’s new Beach Club Collection features several products for gleaming skin and iridescent lids. Beach Shimmer Brick, Limited Edition Hand-made in Italy, Bobbi’s new Beach Shimmer Brick compact features five bars of warm, pearlized shimmer to create a... Read More
Flip-flops for $1 on Saturday at Old Navy stores May 21, 2010 Guess what a buck will buy in today’s economy? Come on, play along. Take a guess. A pair of flip-flops at Old Navy. Yep. That’s right. A pair of flip-flops. Unheard of, huh? Except during Old Navy’s $1 Flip Flop One Day Wonder Event.  It’s May 22 at all Old Navy stores across the country.... Read More
Summer makeup video with Stephanie Woods and Anthony David May 21, 2010 Blink and summer will be here. That means 100-degree days and high humidity. But that doesn’t stop those of us who love makeup. Here’s a short video from KWTV-9 on summer makeup tips and trends with Stephanie Woods of Sooo Lilly Cosmetics and Anthony David of Anthony David salons. I’m so loving that coral... Read More
Patricia Field introduces new clover necklace for Payless May 20, 2010 The latest item under the Patricia Field for Payless designer label is a four-leaf clover charm necklace inspired by the stylist’s work on “Sex and the City 2.” The silver-toned necklace features a four-leaf clover charm encrusted with multiple pave-set sparkly jewels.  The charm hangs from... Read More
The Buckle reopening in Penn Square Mall on June 7 May 20, 2010 The Buckle will fling open its doors to reveal a newly remodeled store at Penn Square Mall on June 7.  Kknown for its denim selection, the carries a wide variety of fits, styles and finishes from such brands as  BKE, Big Star, Big Star Vintage, Rock Revival, Antique Rivet, MEK Denim, Miss Me,... Read More
"American Idol" judge Simon Cowell tells all to Oprah May 19, 2010 Simon Cowell is leaving “American Idol” as a judge,  but not without an exclusive interview with Oprah. He opens up tothe talk show host about why he decided to leave and what comes next. Watch his farewell interview at 4 p.m. May 20 on “The Oprah Show” on KOCO 5. If you miss it, you can... Read More
Jantzen swimwear presentation at Dillard's, Penn Square Mall May 19, 2010 Jantzen, one of the oldest brands in swimwear, celebrates 100 years in business this year. To celebrate, Harper’s Bazaar and Dillard’s will sponsor a fashion presentation showcasing imagery from past editorials of the 1910s through today, including current trends and the latest — the Heritage Collection –... Read More
Abaete goes out of business May 18, 2010 Abaete, a New York-based urban chic label, has gone out of business, another vitim of the recession. The company was founded by French Brazilian designer Laura Poretzsky in 2004 and quickly became a favorite a favorite among fashion media and celebrities. Abaete teamed with Payless to create its first-ever designer... Read More
Giveaway: Enter the drawing for Sunsilk hair products May 18, 2010 You’ve still got time to enter the drawing for this week’s giveaway. It’s Sunsilk co-created with Teddy Charles. The hair product line comes in four formulas — Hydra TLC for added moisture, Captivating Curls; Daring Volume; and ThermaShine to protect from heat damage. Let us know which works best for... Read More
Lancome makeup event with Tarek Abbas at Macy's, Penn Square May 18, 2010 Need a new look? Head to Macy’s at Penn Square Mall for a special makeup event. Tarek Abbas, a national makeup artist for Lancome, and his team will be there from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 20. Abbas and his team will offer makeup appliations for the public at a cost of $50 (which is redeemable in Lancome products).... Read More
Q&A with Suzy Menkes, fashion editor of the International Herald Tribune May 17, 2010 Suzy Menkes is at most of the big-name fashion shows, and many of the ones stages by up-and-comers, around the globe. The fashion editor for the International Herald Tribune is  easily recognized by her hair, as you can see from this picture.   This is a woman who can cover 180 shows... Read More
Estee Lauder to buy Smashbox May 17, 2010 Estee Lauder is adding another beauty mark to its stable of pretty packages. The cosmetics giant said today it would buy Los Angeles-based Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics Inc., reports Reuters. Smashbox, which sells cosmetics and nail polish mainly in North Ameica, was founded in 1996 by two great-grandsons of Max... Read More
Sexy sandal in the city ... take a peek May 17, 2010   What’s all this hoopla about the new “Sex and the City” movie?  We like a little sexy sandal in the city. We played up the sexy and the sandal in our Mood on May 13 and online at mood.newsok.com.  It doesn’t get much better than a sexy, sophisticated sandal. It helped... Read More
Eva Longoria wears Emilo Pucci at Cannes Film Festival May 13, 2010 Now here’ s a Hollywood siren. Eva Longoria Eva wore a white, tier ruffle gown by Emilio Pucci at Cannes’ opening night for the “Robin Hood” premiere on May 12. Read More