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		<title>Fashion: The Look for Less &#8211; Alexandra Daddario</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2010 04:47:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashley Thomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ahh - the quintessential "Little Black Dress". Is there anything more versatile? Anything else that screams "I'm a fashionista!" while also screaming "I'm simplistic yet elegant"? The answer, of course, is no. Little black dresses can go with anything (and I do mean anything) you would want to wear them with.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ahh &#8211; the quintessential &#8220;Little Black Dress&#8221;. Is there anything more versatile? Anything else that screams &#8220;I&#8217;m a fashionista!&#8221; while also screaming &#8220;I&#8217;m simplistic, yet elegant&#8221;? The answer, of course, is no. Little black dresses can go with anything (and I do mean <strong>anything</strong>) you would want to wear them with. A nice pair of pumps, a boho scarf, or a chic pair of aviator sunglasses. The possibilities are limitless! For a top-notch quality &#8220;LBD&#8221;, as well as other gorgeous dresses, look no further than <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Supastarclothing" target="_blank">Supastar Clothing</a>. They provide you with clothes for every occasion, and, (get this&#8230;) even <strong>swimwear</strong>! And an added bonus is that everything is handmade. But with all of the things they offer, nothing is as adaptable as this beautiful black strapless dress.</p>
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<p>Who is Alexandra Daddario? An Italian supermodel perhaps? A famous movie director? A rich, pompous heiress? Actually, she&#8217;s none of the above. She&#8217;s a 24-year-old American actress who has been in exactly 9 movies and 6 television shows. Most recently, she played Annabeth Chase in the fantastic movie <em>Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief </em>(which I would most definitely recommend seeing). Even though this relative newcomer in the film industry hasn&#8217;t even begun to dip her toes into the pool of the vast repertoire created by Hollywood living legends such as Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson, or Dame Judi Dench, her future looks quite promising.</p>
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<p>Her outfit at the premiere of <em>Avatar</em> shows off the elegance of the little black dress, while still maintaining it&#8217;s stylish simplicity. This outfit would be perfect on a date with your husband/boyfriend or on a night at the club with the girls. Whatever the reason to wear it, there&#8217;s no doubt that this outfit is affordable, no matter your celebrity status.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/alexandra-outfit.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-6093" title="alexandra outfit" src="http://www.handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/alexandra-outfit.jpg" alt="alexandra outfit" width="585" height="505" /></a></p>
<p>1. <a title="Black Dress" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46942758/black-satin-puff-dress-with-adorable?ref=sr_gallery_7&amp;ga_search_query=strapless+black+dress&amp;ga_search_type=handmade&amp;ga_page=1&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Little Black Dress</a> &#8211; The bottom half of this dress is covered in tulle, which makes it look like it was made especially for the hottest of celebrities.</p>
<p>2. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48301785/1980s-black-leather-belt-vintage-never?ref=sr_gallery_9&amp;ga_search_query=black+belt&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_page=&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Black Belt</a> &#8211; This black belt is worn around the natural waist, giving the appearance of an hourglass shape.</p>
<p>3. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47826340/jasmin-jet-black-leather-classic-pumps?ref=sr_gallery_19&amp;ga_search_query=high+heels+pumps&amp;ga_search_type=handmade&amp;ga_page=2&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Black Pumps</a> &#8211; These shoes are super simple, but the pointed toe gives them added flair.</p>
<p>4. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/41101666/vintage-silver-braided-metal-cuff-bangle?ref=sr_gallery_5&amp;ga_search_query=silver+braid+bracelet&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_page=4&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Braided Bracelet</a> &#8211; The braided design on this bracelet looks like something straight out of New York Fashion Week, but the price isn&#8217;t quite so extravagant.</p>
<p>Remember, you don&#8217;t need to spend money like a celebrity to look like one.</p>
<p>Accessories complete any outfit. Bracelets, rings, and scarves are my favorite. What are your favorite accessories?</p>
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		<title>The Look for Less &#8211; Rachel McAdams</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:49:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashley Thomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We used to think of them as the things that detectives wore when solving a case, but now, nothing says style like a trench coat. They can be worn with your best dress or with your best pair of jeans. Either way, trench coats know how to spruce things up! ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We used to think of them as the things that detectives wore when solving a case, but now, nothing says style like a trench coat. They can be worn with your best dress or with your best pair of jeans. Either way, trench coats know how to spruce things up! This trench coat in particular is a great piece of clothing.  It comes from the wonderful <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/IvyTangCollection" target="_blank">IvyTangCollection</a>, clothing from a New York based fashion designer (and I must say&#8230;it&#8217;s all REALLY cute).</p>
<p><a href="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/rachelcoat.png"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2399" title="rachelcoat" src="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/rachelcoat.png" alt="Trench Coat" width="297" height="529" /></a></p>
<p>One of my all time favorite celebrities is Rachel McAdams. She&#8217;s a Canadian actress who&#8217;s had roles in some of my favorite movies such as <em><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0332280/" target="_blank">The Notebook</a>, <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0377092/" target="_blank">Mean Girls</a>, </em>and <em><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0452694/" target="_blank">The Time Traveler&#8217;s Wife</a><span style="font-style: normal;">. She truly is a gifted performer and a very stylish person. And, get this&#8230; she has a whole blog (along with 2 of her best friends) called <a href="http://www.greenissexy.org">Green is Sexy</a>, which gives tips on how to choose environmentally friendly things instead of the things we normally buy from the local grocery store.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/rachel-mcadams.png"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2400" src="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/rachel-mcadams.png" alt="Rachel McAdams" width="199" height="408" /></a></span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-style: normal;">Her look here is kind of classy-meets-business-Barbie. This versatile outfit is something you could wear to a business meeting, a luncheon, or even shopping! </span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/racheloutfit.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2401" src="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/racheloutfit.jpg" alt="Rachel McAdams' outfit" width="560" height="333" /></a></span></em></p>
<p>1.<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38748082" target="_blank"> Trench Coat</a> &#8211; I love the neckline, sleeves, buttons, waist, and bottom of this coat! Oh&#8230;what the hey, I LOVE THE WHOLE THING!</p>
<p>2. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38834097&amp;ref=sr_gallery_10&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=black+pumps&amp;ga_search_type=handmade&amp;ga_page=4&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Black Pumps</a> &#8211; These pumps have a rounded toe, which is a lot more simplistic than the dramatic pointed toe.</p>
<p>3. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19258118&amp;ref=sr_gallery_9&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=cap+sleeve+dress&amp;ga_search_type=handmade&amp;ga_page=4&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Checkered Dress</a> &#8211; This dress typically falls right at or below the knee, so it&#8217;s classy without being too revealing.</p>
<p>4. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=40584752&amp;ref=sr_gallery_13&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=grey+purse&amp;ga_search_type=handmade&amp;ga_page=&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Grey Purse</a> &#8211; This purse is just the right size. Big enough to hold all of your stuff, but small enough so it doesn&#8217;t look like you&#8217;re lugging around a hamper.</p>
<p>Remember, you don’t need to spend money like a celebrity to look like one.</p>
<p>I really like the street chic look to this outfit. What&#8217;s your favorite style?</p>
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		<title>Fashion: The Look for Less &#8211; Selena Gomez</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:25:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashley Thomas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Celebrities always have the most current, up-to-date styles. Right now, Vintage is IN. However, most of us don&#8217;t have hundreds of thousands of dollars to spend on the latest pair of Vintage pumps. Well look no further than viralthreads, an Etsy shop that sells mostly 70&#8242;s and 80&#8242;s vintage women&#8217;s apparel. ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Celebrities always have the most current, up-to-date styles. Right now, Vintage is IN. However, most of us don&#8217;t have hundreds of thousands of dollars to spend on the latest pair of Vintage pumps. Well look no further than <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/viralthreads" target="_blank">viralthreads</a>, an Etsy shop that sells mostly 70&#8242;s and 80&#8242;s vintage women&#8217;s apparel.  These amazing pair of Hollywood White 80&#8242;s pumps were a STEAL. The shoes look to be in great condition and the photography really captures the timeless nature of these shoes.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30091034" target="_blank"><img class="size-full wp-image-2198 alignnone" title="White Vintage Pumps" src="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/selenashoes.png" alt="White Vintage Pumps" width="367" height="339" /></a></p>
<p>All of us want the latest Hollywood styles&#8230;without the expensive prices. This incredible outfit worn by teen sensation, Selena Gomez, captures the grace and style of America&#8217;s youth.</p>
<p><a href="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/selena.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2199" src="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/selena-543x1024.jpg" alt="Selena Gomez" width="266" height="502" /></a></p>
<p>Since I&#8217;m pretty sure none of us are professional singers and actresses, we wouldn&#8217;t be able to afford this outfit. BUT&#8230;I can show you where to get basically the same outfit for <strong>thousands</strong> of dollars less.</p>
<p><a href="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Selena-outfit.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2200" src="http://handmadespark.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Selena-outfit.jpg" alt="Outfit Chart" width="560" height="420" /></a></p>
<p>1. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41588893&amp;ref=sr_gallery_22&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=black+sweater+dress&amp;ga_search_type=category&amp;category=clothing&amp;ga_page=&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Sweater Dress</a> &#8211; Sweater dresses are <strong>so</strong> in right now. This one has a really pretty braid design down the front for added elegance.</p>
<p>2. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=42008611&amp;ref=sr_gallery_33&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=silver+clutch&amp;ga_search_type=handmade&amp;ga_page=4&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Silver Clutch</a> &#8211; Clutches make any woman look classy. This one is a metallic silver, which goes well with any outfit.</p>
<p>3. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=41014141&amp;ref=sr_gallery_4&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=navy+blue+ring&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_page=4&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Blue Ring</a> &#8211; Every outfit needs incredible accessories. This ring brings awesome color contrast to this outfit.</p>
<p>4. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30091034&amp;ref=sr_gallery_9&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=white+pumps&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_page=&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">White Pumps</a> &#8211; These may not be the peep-toe pumps Selena is wearing, but they&#8217;ll make this outfit perfect for a night on the town.</p>
<p>5. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38094265&amp;ref=sr_gallery_6&amp;&amp;ga_search_query=gold+and+black+bracelet&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_page=2&amp;includes[]=tags&amp;includes[]=title" target="_blank">Gold and Black Bead Bracelet</a> &#8211; Black and gold are two colors that are certified stunners.  This bracelet will make you look like a perfect 10.</p>
<p>Remember, you don&#8217;t need to spend money like a celebrity to look like one.</p>
<p>The white pumps really stood out to me. Which piece is your favorite from this outfit?</p>
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