5 Fresh Ways To Style A Plain, White Tee

5 Fresh Ways To Style A Plain, White Tee

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By Connie Wang, Gina Marinelli, Market Research by Willow Lindley

 The Downtown — Your most basic closet essential plays well with your most statement-making. We love combining a leather vest, neon jewelry, and a seriously picturesque skirt into an ensemble perfect for your night out. Pair it all with thick-heeled, peep-toe booties and you're set for when that gallery opening turns into an all-night dance party.

Mural Faux Leather Vest, $78, available at Nordstrom; Nasty Gal Winslet Ankle Boot, $98, available at Nasty Gal; Everlane The Women’s V, $15, available at Everlane; Topshop Patchwork Paint Skirt, $80, available at Topshop; Shourouk Pixie Necklace, $938, available at Charm & Chain. 

The Weekender — Effortless white tees were made for Saturdays and Sundays. And mixed with your favorite boyfriend jeans, a few practical and comfy accessories, and a standout jacket to throw over your shoulders, you're totally prepared for whatever adventure this lazy day may bring.

By Malene Birger Salisca Blazer, $565, available at Net-A-Porter; ASOS Leather Backpack with Tab Detail, $93.34, available at ASOS; AE Boy Jean, $49.95, available at AE; Everlane The Women’s V, $15, available at Everlane; Old Navy Crochet Sun Hat, $16.94, available at Old Navy; Report Silverton, $80, available at Piperlime.

  
 The Office — By now, you're already well aware that your white T-shirt is the hardest working item in your closet, so why not impress (or become) the boss, too. The touches of gold are classic and add just the right amount of shine, while a pair of gingham pants are summery but still office-appropriate. Of course, an amazing carryall is the (pink) cherry on top of this sartorial sundae.

Everlane The Women’s V, $15, available at Everlane; Miu Miu Tote, $1,395, available at Miu Miu; Uniqlo Women DIP Ankle Length Pants, $9.90, available at Uniqlo; Joie Linen Blazer, $248, available at Intermix; Chan Luu Tassel Coin Necklace, $43, available at OTTE; J.Crew Everly Mirror Metallic Pumps, $255, available at J.Crew.

  
The Beach Bum — We'll be frank: When we're at the beach, our sights are set on the ocean and that best seller we haven't yet made creases in. This easy-to-pull-together look makes sure we're equipped with the perfect oversized tote, ready to take some safe sunshine, and still look cute when we hit the boardwalk for an afternoon stroll.

Suntegrity "5 in 1" Tinted Natural Moisturizing Face Sunscreen (BB Cream), $45, available at Beauty Sage; Everlane The Women’s V, $15, available at Everlane; Thom Dolan Liberty Print Lulu Shorts, $184, available at Madewell; Rebecca Minkoff Union, $220, available at Rebecca Minkoff; Mango Touch Two Tone Straw Tote Bag, $79.99, available at Mango; Ecote Cutout Huarache Sandal, $39, available at Urban Outfitters.

 The White Party — Bring it on, Diddy! We're sticking to the white-on-white outfit rules but blending all kinds of small (but powerful) add-ons for the ultimate getup that ensures us an invite to next year's bash, too.

nOir Chindarkar Thick Cord and Crystal Hoop Earrings, $275, available at nOir; Zara Neon Miniaudiere, $35.90, available at Zara; Sergio Rossi Flashy Sandal, $1,602.51, available at Farfetch; Tibi Sigrid Lace Skirt, $625, available at Tibi; Everlane The Women’s V, $15, available at Everlane; Essie Saturday Disco Fever, $8, available at Beauty.com.

Those items which may have been forgotten ...

 By: Hizri Hasshan


We are already in year 2013....almost 13 years I have left my secondary school...... but, i still remember those days as student......the following items may have been forgotten or not even known by our young generation... i hope my daughter (Sophea) will know her papa's favourite items when she grows up ....

(1) Floppy Disk (Diskette)
This is very important when i need to do assignment...haha...those days, quite expensive to buy pendrive....

(2) Brick Game
I cant forget this till now.....crying and insisting on my parents to buy one for me.....

(3) Cassette Tape and Pencil

The new generation today may not know the link between cassette tape and pencil.... we do use cassette to tape /record song as well... those days, we dont have Youtube...

(4) Kodak Film Roll
Now, we already have digital camera with memory card....










(5) Nokia 3310
All my colleagues will have this phone during student days.... We are always busy to choose a nice ringing tone and casing.... "poliphonic ringtone" is considered awesome.... Nowadays, we have Iphone and Blackberry....

(6) Walkman
To play song and listen to the radio.... especially when u are lonely...

(7) Card Games
After finished exam, my friends always play card games....









(8) 7 Up Drinks and "Fido Dido"
I dont really think the young people know who is fido dido..... ;P









(9) Playing with bottle cap (tudung botol) and eraser
The students will keep the bottle cap and eraser (with various countries' flag) in their school bag and play the game during recess.....

Street Style Of The Day: A Lesson In Scale

By Gina Marinelli, Photographed by Mark Iantosca

 

Prints of any kind have the power to make us weak in the knees...and consequentially, weak in willpower, when it comes to shopping. However, this street-style shot teaches us that — big or small — the right print has the power to pack a major punch. While Miroslava Duma plays with large-scale stripes, there's no doubt that smaller swirls, and even teeny-tiny polka dots, don't also beg for our attention, as well. Of course, it could just be that Duma, herself, is one gigantic camera magnet.

The Top Treatments Explained

Facials 411: The Top Treatments Explained

By Emily Orofino

From extreme weather to nerve-racking elections and everything in between, there have been far too many contributors to our skin freak-outs of late. Our usual prescription for out-of-control skin is to head to a pro, pronto. But, if you’ve visited a spa lately, you already know that the facials menu couldn't be any harder to read if it were in Greek. The differences among skin types are common knowledge — but what do all those different luxurious facial treatments actually do? And who are they for?

Don’t worry, we’re here to keep you (and your skin) stress-free. So, we headed to two of NYC’s hottest spas to chat with their aestheticians and got the lowdown on the five most popular facials to ensure that no matter how bumpy life gets, your face won't show it. Go ahead, read up, and then take your pick.

Anti-Acne
We kind of figured that this treatment would be best for those of us who have oily skin or are prone to pimples, but Bliss technician and facial specialist Keisha Pittman got us thinking outside the box. “In addition to treating breakouts, it’s also super-soothing and calms irritated skin.” Clarifying facials use a combination of extractions and product application to bust blemishes and, like Bliss’ No ‘Zit’ Sherlock treatment, can tack on light therapy, which zaps zit-causing bacteria at the source.

Anti-Aging
Even if you aren’t starting to sag or worrying about wrinkles, you might still want to consider trying out one of these rejuvenating treatments. According to Alice Villanova, aesthetician at the Guerlain Spa in the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, it’s also perfect for anyone heading to a fancy event. “You’re going to see some very dramatic results,” she told us, “and you’ll see the difference in your skin immediately.” A key component of an anti-aging facial is deep massage. This stimulates collagen production, resulting in a lifted, fresh face. “I tell my clients to think of it as gymnastics for the skin,” Villanova says. The Orchidée Impériale Facial incorporates three sets of face, neck, and décolleté massage with application of intensive masks and a concentrated anti-aging serum. The best thing about anti-aging facials? Consistent treatments will lead to legit results.

Brightening
Redness and irritation are common around this time of year, especially for us city dwellers. If your complexion needs a tone reboot, a combo of microdermabrasion and serums will get your glow back ASAP. And if you think that super-scrubbing your skin will only irritate you further, think twice. “Microdermabrasion intensifies treatment results, as it helps active ingredients to easily absorb into your skin,” says Villanova, who recommends that those with hyperpigmentation give brightening facials a try, as well.

Detox
If you’re getting your hot toddy on as often as we are, your liver isn’t the only thing that needs a break. “Detox facials are like a breath of fresh air for your face — literally,” says Pittman. These treatments use hardcore amounts of oxygen to help tired, congested skin get the rehab it needs. Not unlike a juice cleanse, Bliss’ Triple Oxygen Facial gets rid of the grit and gunk with (you guessed it) three different forms of O2, in addition to extractions, cleansing, and masks.

Hydrating
We’re getting into the thick of the holiday season and while it might be exciting to get our red Starbucks cups back, that change in eating and drinking (not to mention the crunch at work) is less than thrilling, especially for our skin. Heating systems can also wreak havoc on our hydration levels. But dehydrated skin is not dry skin, cautions Villanova. “Dehydrated skin results from a lack of moisture content in the skin,” and anyone suffering from this, regardless of skin type, would benefit from the intensive hydrating ingredients in the moisturizers, masks, and serums that are applied during these type of treatments. Guerlain’s version, the Radiance Facial, is named after the glow skin has when it's balanced and healthy. But, you’re not done yet! “The moisture level needs to be maintained through proper care at home,” warns Villanova. Think of it as homework.

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Photo: Via Blossom Spa Austin

Does Liking A Luxury Brand Make You A Beauty Snob?

By Megan McIntyre

Now, we know we are going to ruffle more than a few feathers with that headline alone, but hear us out. A while back we posted a piece on the emergence of CC creams and how Chanel was the first non-Asian brand to introduce one. Reader Rachel Phipps commented that while she wasn't so sure about the CC cream craze, she would most likely be trying it because if it's Chanel, it has to be good.

This sparked a veritable firestorm in the comments section, with many readers accusing her of snobbery and others defending her love of luxe. For us, this raised a very valid question: What's the difference between buying the highest-quality products and being a beauty snob? So, forgive us for talking out of both sides of our mouth, but let's sum up the arguments and hear both sides of the story. Let the debate begin.

Luxury Beauty Brands Are Just About The Label
Like a designer bag festooned with labels, a luxe beauty product signifies someone's status in the world and lets people know just how fancy they are. To luxe-brand detractors, it says, "I can afford the best of the best, and I want you to know it." Sure, they can spend $6 on a drugstore lipstick in the same shade, but without those interlocking C's, what's the point? Not to mention the fact that many luxury lines are owned by companies that make many drugstore brands, so all those innovative ingredients and high-tech formulas eventually trickle down to the bargain brands. The common consensus amongst the anti-luxury crowd is that people who are devoted only to designer brands refuse to venture outside their spoiled bubble.

Closing argument: There's no reason to spend that much $$$ on a beauty product when there are perfectly good, non-designer options available for much less.

Luxury Beauty Brands Are Just Better Quality
For luxury-lovers, it's not about the label or the price tag — it's about what's inside that monogrammed bottle. Sure recognizable brands are nice, but it's the connotation behind that label — one of quality, high standards, and, yes, prestige — that drives devotees to shell out their hard-earned cash. That satisfying heft of a Tom Ford lipstick, for instance, doesn't come cheap — even in the manufacturing process. And when you get into high-concept creams that harness next-generation technologies, that's bound to cost more than a bargain cream with basic emollients. Want formulas that don't budge and pigments that look just as lush on your skin as they do in the tube? Those things cost a pretty penny to make, so you're going to have to drop some dough. And while it's true that many high-priced ingredients trickle down into drugstore products, they don't do so in the same concentration, meaning you lose a lot of the efficacy behind those formerly power-packed formulas.

Closing argument: You'd still be devoted to the brand, even if it wasn't backed by a major designer — it's the quality of the product, technology, and formula inside that counts.

Both arguments make interesting points, but we want to know where you stand. Do luxury brands really make better products, or is it just about showing off a designer label?

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Photo: Via Chanel 

What Your Bag-Holding Style Says About You

By Us & Isabelle Rancier

It may be subconscious, but what if we told you that the way you hold your bag can tell us a little something about you? Unless you're the type to carry your wallet in your pocket and your keys off your belt loops, your bag probably contains some of your most important items (including, for some of us, the bag itself — have you seen the sticker price on a Céline tote lately?). And how you choose to house your possessions, tote it around, and keep it on you reveals a little about your own personality.

So, we tapped body-language expert Patti Wood to shed a little insight onto what it all means. Now, take a look down. What are you telling the world?

Like what you read? Check out Wood's book, Snap: Making the Most of First Impressions, Body Language, and Charisma, on Amazon.