Fashion Matters

Not even the new Kardashian Kollection could help. Sears Holdings, the parent company for Kmart and Sears, barely let the holiday sales get counted before it announced the closing of 120 stores. I admit that I rarely venture to Sears and almost never to Kmart since there isn’t...

If you’re still tring to decide what to wear on New Year’s Eve, consider a tuxedo jacket. It’s one of designer Rachel Zoe’s favorites and it’s more versatile than you might think. For a party or night out with friends, wear one with high-waisted trousers (or maybe a slim or full...

Whoo-hoo and happy holidays to me. Look at what I’ll be wearing to cheer on the OSU Cowboys when they play Stanford on Jan. 2.  These Sperry Top-Sider boat shoes have clear sequins on the sides and top. Pretty cool, huh? FYI:  Tangerine is the color of 2012. More on that in a...

Oscar de la Renta is setting his sights on the smaller things in life – specificially children’s clothes. He recently announced a children’s line that will include styles for girls and boys for ages from about 18 months to 14. A capsule collection will be available...

Still trying to figure out what to wear to that holiday party or family gathering? Designer Isaac Mizrahi says you shouldn’t overthink it. Pretend that you have this kind of ordinary object that you want to make into a Christmas gift, so  you have to wrap it, he said. It’s like...

Olay Professional Pro-X Age Repair Lotion, SPF 30 I just used up one of my favorite moisturizers — Clinique Youth Surge.  I love the way it makes my skin feel, all plump and moisturized. If I didn’t look in the mirror, I would think I could leave the house without makeup —...

Last week it was actress Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry that was auctioned.  More recently, Michael Jackson’s home furnishings were up for grabs. Jackson’s furnishings from last residence were auctioned by Saturday, and more than 500 items were sold, including original artwork from...

Evidently there were some rumblings that Fashion’s Night Out might not make come together again. But all is right with the world.  Women’s Wear Daily said the shopping extravaganza is expected to reveal today that it will return for a fourth time in the U.S. and globally next...

This pearl, diamond and ruby necklace, known as “La Peregrina,” sold for $11,842,500 Tuesday evening at a Christie's auction. The necklace was given to Elizabeth Taylor by Richard Burton. AP PHOTO It wasn’t a bargain-hunters paradise, but there were plenty of jewels to be...

Designer Vera Wang is going after more mainstream customers. AP PHOTO Designer Vera Wang isn’t content with just a small piece of the luxury bridal and ready-to-wear market. She continues to go after a bigger piece of the fashion pie and that translates to mainstream. Now she’s got her...

Sephora beauty advisers will be sporting a new look next spring. The company has commissioned designer Prabal Gurung to create new uniforms for all North America advisers, according to Women’s Wear Daily. The uniforms will debut in April. This will be the first change to employee...

Balliets’ pre-Christmas sale event starts today. Those of you who are familiar iwth Balliets’ sales know it’s all about percentages. This sale is 40-50-60 percent off.  Buy one item and get 40 percent off of tht item. Buy two items and get 50 percent off of both items. Buy...

There are thousands of how-to beauty videos on You Tube, but this one is different. Cassandra Bankson is a California teen with severe acne. She was on “Good Morning America” today, talking about her acne and why she decided to do a before-and-after video. Read her story here.

I love the look of coats, but I seldom wear one. I prefer lightweight jackets. Here’s a cute one from Old Navy and it’s on sale for $49.50. I rarely shop at Old Navy so I can’t vouch for the quality, but the style is nice.  Faux-fur trim hood, rib-knit mock neck, zippered front,...

Who could use some new fashion styling tips? Me, too. Maybe just a few ideas on how to wear that metallic top, sequin jacket or button-down shirt? Who What Wear offers some great looks, straight from the celebs. Check ‘em out here.

I’m blessed with pretty good lashes. A couple of coats of  mascara and they really stand out. I have tried Revitalash, an eyelash enhancing treatment. It  made my lashes even longer and thicker, but I didn’t keep it up.  A tube was about $150. That was...

Garyk Lee, who hails from Ponca City and now lives where he doesn’t have to deal with Oklahoma’s wild weather, is creating some pretty nice clothes that will appeal to many Oklahomans.  His collection is Bamboo by Garyk Lee, and it includes everything from easy-to-wear pants...

It’s no secret that my favorite lip balm is Fresh Lip Sugar Treatment SPF 15. It moisturizes like nothing else, has heaps of vitamins A, C and E and provides protection from damaging UV rays. It costs $22.50, considerably more than most drugstore brands, but this stuff is...

Looking for something different for that fashionista on your shopping list? Check out a new book by Hal Rubenstein, InStyle magazine’s fashion director. With more than 200 images, “100 Unforgettable Dresses” reveals behind-the-scenes anecdotes of memorable dresses in fashion, film,...