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Know a woman stepping out on her own...first apartment, first home...or maybe someone who's been on her own and has a birthday coming up?  We found this Home Chic Home Tool Kit at OH Baby! and thought it was perfect...who wants a metal hammer to pound nails and hang pictures when you could have one like this?  Set includes 7 pieces with a black and white floral print: scissors, tape measure, screwdriver, hammer, pliers, box cutters, and of course, the nylon tool bag to carry them all around in. 

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In this day and age when its so easy to email, e-vite, text, instant message, etc. how much more fun is it to open your mailbox and have an unexpected card or invitation?  Target has some of the chicest stationery-from just because to thank you very much.  It may not be New Year's but lets resolve to start showing how much we care by sending a card as stylish as you! 

Sassy Girl Stationery Set $11.89 (org. $16.00) With the retro look and phrases like "Its so exhausting being fabulous!" your friends will love getting mail from you!

City Chic Portfolio $6.99 (org. $9.99) The pictures of dresses, shoes, bags, etc. will tell people exactly what you're interested in!

Cosmo Girl Invitation Set $13.99 Who could turn down a retro invitation for Girls-Night-Out?  Absolutely adorable.

Shop at Target.com  for all of the above plus tons of other great options!  Along with these retro note cards, visit our Trend Love section for retro make-up packaging.

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I love them, especially in fall paired with a thick cableknit sweater.  So why don't we see them more often?  I'm not sure if its a fear of standing out, a I'm-not-sure-if-it-looks-right mentality, or if its just the last thing on our shopping lists.  Well, stylistas, you will stand out-in a very positive put together way (so please get over that fear!).  Also, keep in mind, not every hat will "look right" on your head.  You may have to try out several before you find your ideal look.  If you're still not sure, you can email us (for free) at advice@24-7style.com for a second opinion or advice on putting the look together.  Some great choices from Urban Outfitters:

 Military Fedora $28.00

 Tweed Buckle Hat, $14.99 (org. $28.00)

 Chambray Linen Cabbie, $9.99 (org. $24.00)

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Some trends take a little while for me to fully embrace...the peep-toe bootie is not one of them!  I love the look and idea of truly being somewhere in the middle of summer and winter-totally chic with your skinny jeans, trousers, or a dress.  They're also the perfect excuse for keeping up with your pedicures as the weather turns colder!  If your budget allows, I am truly adoring the Kors Michael Kors Promo Bootie but Steve Madden has some fabulous options as well:

  MIDORY KHAKI SDE $149.95 I love the slouchy laid back vibe displayed here...with six colors to choose from (my favorite is the purple suede) you're sure to find one you like.

  MERRITT BRONZE LEATHER $139.95 Peep toe and cut out...I love it!

GINN BRONZE METALLIC $169.95 A harder edge with a rock vibe, yet completely wearable-brilliant!

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I sometimes miss things, but I'm not sure how this snuck by.  Did everyone else know the amazing fashion line Bliss has?  I've always adored their beauty line and now I'm adoring their clothing line, which is full of everything you might expect: tops, pants, dresses, and accessories (inlcuding shoes!).

Cousin Claudine Nima Earrings $35.00 (org. $178.00) A perfect pop of color!

Maria Bonita Extra Silk Blend Dress, $300  I love this for fall, since it will easily pair with a fun belt and open toe booties.

Libertas Dame Wedge $195.00 What we all need in our closets: gold snakeskin gold wedges!

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Great news fashionistas across the globe...Fab Finds has just been updated and really is fabulous...from some of the best outerwear pieces from Macy's (vote for your favorite on the Fab Finds homepage) to rock vibe jewelry, you're sure to find anything your heart desires in Our Picks.  Trend Love is bringing you favorite beauty buys with a retro vibe.  Finally, Get It While Its Hot is showing off some of our favorite pieces from Chadwick's, at great prices.

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We adore the tie-neck tops and dresses so popular right now-what an easy way to add flare and interest to an otherwise basic top. From a bold bow to softly draped, you're sure to find something to fit your taste:

 Tie-Neck Knit Dress, $39.99 (org. $59.99) A work must have!

 Chadwick's Tie-Neck Chiffon Blouse, $29.99 Perfect with just about anything...jeans, trousers, shorts, a high-waist skirt....you get the idea!

 Chadwick's Boston Design Studio Puff Sleeve Tie Neck Cardigan, $19.99 (org. $39.99) A basic tie-neck piece sure to become an instant favorite.

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Sometimes we spend so much time searching for the perfect accessory, we forget that our best accessory is sitting atop our head.  Hair accessories are making a huge comeback this season, taking inspiration from the 20's through the 70's.  With all the flare, remember to not over-accessorize.  Think of it as jewelry for your hair...if you're wearing a statement making hair accessory, keep everything else basic: small hoops, a simple chain necklace, or thin bangles is really all you'll need. 

 Skinny Feather Headband, $18.00 The more I see the feather trend, the more I love it.  This headband is far from over-the-top, making it easy to pull off.

 Diamante Barrette, $7.99 (org. $12.00) I love a simple statement piece, and this is exactly that.

 Crystal Plumage Hair Clip, $12.99-$18.00 I think its my high regard to previous eras in fashion, but I love this.  Although harder to pull off-probably not the hair accessory to pick for a trip to the grocery store-its great for cocktails or a night out in general.

Check out all of the great hair accessories from Urban Outfitters...unfortunately we couldn't feature all of the ones we adored.

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It seems as if each fall we see an influx in plaid prints, and this fall will be no exception.  However, we may see this influx carry over not just to winter, but spring as well.  From standing out to barely there, this is an easy trend to follow and hard to get wrong.  See our selections from Yoox:

  RALPH LAUREN - Women - DRESSES - Short dresses on YOOX.COM $565.00 I adore updated classic and this plaid cocktail dress is exactly that.

 VALENTINO R.E.D. - Women - TOPS & TEES - Tops on YOOX.COM $98.00 I love clothes that aren't season snobs.  Perfect now in the heat, and just as perfect later with a cardigan or cropped jacket.

 DENNY ROSE - Women - DRESSES - Short dresses on YOOX.COM $80.00 How great would this look with the up-and-coming peep toe booties?!?

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...or should I say the "line" I want for fall.  I'm not picky, I'd take any (or each of) the Newbury line from Michael by Michael Kors.  The woven leather bags have a slightly relaxed slightly bohemian yet very uptown chic look.  As is typical from any of the Michael Kors lines, an instant classic has been born.  Macy's has several styles to choose from:

 MICHAEL Michael Kors "Newbury" Woven Python Large Clutch $248.00

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Newbury" Woven Large Drawstring Satchel $548.00

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Newbury" Large Shoulder $428.00

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Newbury" Woven Large Clutch $228.00

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From time to time items featured in either our blog or Fab Finds end up being "Googled" or searched for by other methods showing up on our reports.  Over the past two weeks, we're seeing huge numbers for the 7 For All Mankind Braided Cami in Hammered Silk, $108.00.  It is cute and is also available in Navy and Tan, which is more of a Vegas Gold.   Although hard to see in the tiny picture above, the fabric itself has a beautiful hammered effect...visit the direct link and move your pointer over the top for it to automatically enlarge and see this unique texture for yourself.

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Classic, timeless, pieces are essential for the office-and always appropriate, where as trendy can sometimes just not be quite right for work.  However, there are ways to mix subtle trends with those classic pieces and become a classic-trendsetter.  The Gap is a huge asset when trying to mix the two:

Women: Delicate lace button cami - white $19.50 Cami's are essential for layering, making sure everything that needs to be is covered up.  We love this because of the lace and button detail...it gives a little more visual interest. 

  Women: Elbow-sleeved boyfriend cardigan - heather gray $54.00 A cardigan is not only a perfect way to keep warm, but is a key layering piece.  It can also cover up small straps that may not fit your dress code.  If left unbuttoned and belted, you'll be deemed the office fashionista!

Women: Fitted tie-neck shirt - navy stripe  $48.00 A classic button down gets a menswear twist.

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Not all of us have been blessed with curves in all the right places.  Creating an hourglass look however is easier that you may think.  See below for our pieces and tricks to perfect curves:

 Chadwick's Shawl-Collar Wrap Dress, $49.99 (org. $59.99) A wrap dress is such an easy way to get that hourglass shape.  On this parictular dress, the ruffles on top, combined with the fullness of the skirt really add to the illusion of the cinched in waist.  Notice how your eyes are automatically drawn to the smallest part of it?  Voila!  An hourglass!

 Metrostyle Smocked Satin Blouse, $49.99 Worn alone this would make many of us look like we were wearing a sack, but a full top is a perfect candidate for a fabulous belt (see below) and creates exactly what we need it too...fuller on top and bottom, eyes focus on the teeny tiny middle.

 Chadwick's Cinch-Waist Tee $19.99 (org. $24.99) This self-cinched tee does all the work for us...eyes are drawn up, down, and in.

 Chadwick's UNITE' Leather Double Belt, $21.99 (org. $49.99) Belts will create shape and add interest to any outfit. 

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