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Monday, July 1, 2019

Watch the Dior Haute Couture Show Live Right Here

Maria Grazia Chiuri is about to unveil the latest Dior Haute Couture collection, and you're invited to take a front row seat and view the show as it happens. We'll be streaming the show live right here, and it sounds like it's going to be a spectacle. The fashion house has been dropping hints about the inspiration behind the collection for the past few days, and the key theme appears to be caryatids, a feminine sculpture within architecture that is usually shown to be holding up a building or acting as a supporting column. Citing Agnes Varda's 1984 short docu-film Les Dites Cariatides as source material, the fashion house is set to pay homage to the caryatid sculptures that sit on many Parisian buildings, emphasizing the "supporting role" women play in both this form of architecture but also in society.

The show takes place at Dior's iconic Paris home, 30 Avenue Montaigne, at 3 p.m local time (9 a.m. ET). Take a look at the hint video ahead, stay tuned to watch the show live, then come back later for all the runway photos and details fresh from Paris.

The Supersimple Style Trick I Swear By For Looking Insanely Stylish

Weird admission: I hate my calves. Sure, it's a specific issue that probably seems like an unnecessary share but I do, in fact, have a reason for revealing this personal tidbit. There's an outfit formula I love and wear on repeat both because it conceals said lower leg muscles and happens to be one of those sartorially pleasing combos that makes any woman who wears it appear super stylish. I'm talking about a dress over pants. Whoa! Complicated. But, not really . . .

Because of my calf qualms, I exclusively wear long dresses and skirts to cover them up which quickly becomes limiting when shopping for new dress styles. But I refuse to cut minidresses and to-the-knee styles out of the equation altogether (consider me a bona fide dress addict). Instead, I layer all my favorite dresses over pants, most often choosing a pair of vintage-inspired jeans to dilute the sweetness of the feminine frocks I'm typically drawn to, like this affordable Printed Midi Dress ($48, originally $64) from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's. Cute, right?!

What I love most about this style trick is that it works for a lot of different tastes, in a lot of different scenarios. Going to work? Try a button-down shirtdress over a pair of slim-fitting jeans or trousers with mules or pumps for a polished take. Or a short slip dress with an oversize blazer and pants feels nostalgic yet sleek for a meeting. Packing for vacation? How about a flouncy mini over white jeans with metallic sandals for a warm-weather spin? Or a knitted camisole dress with a slit to pair with silky trousers. Grabbing brunch or drinks with friends? Go for some drama with a robe-style maxi worn open atop leggings, slim or straight-leg jeans, or even cutoffs? If you're the trendsetter in the group, opt for a puffy-sleeve mini over biker shorts with barely there sandals. Bold! And super playful. You can even try out a dress over pants when lounging around the house - a floaty dress worn over similarly slinky trousers will make your next binge-watching session feel achingly chic. Another low-key way to rock the look is a tunic-style minidress styled over cargos, leather trousers, or wide-leg capris. Fashun, honey!

As you can see, your dress-over-pants options are endless. It just takes a little experimentation to find the right formula for you. For inspiration, check out one of my recent formulas, starring the prettiest floral-print dress from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's. Then, shop my entire outfit for your next fashion-forward moment.

The $36 Dress Kelly Ripa Says Is "Very Cute," "Wearable," and "Adorbs"

I've long admired Kelly Ripa's spunky personality, bright blond hair, and signature wit (thanks to my mother, I've been a Kelly fan since her early years on All My Children) and to be frank, I think we'd be great friends IRL. Don't tell my boss, but in a perfect world, I'd be co-hosting LIVE With Kelly (sorry, Ryan) where we'd gab about hot topics, trivia winners, celebrities, and, of course, fashion.

On the topic of fashion, the TV host recently welcomed our Executive Style Director, Dana Avidan Cohn, for a Summer trends segment, and a few days later, she wore a $36 dress from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's that Dana gave her. Naturally, since I feel Kelly and I see eye-to-eye on so many things, it was one of my favorite styles from the collection: a floral-printed wrap dress in a poppy red hue that just so happens to look flattering on everyone (the dress comes in a great range of sizes including options for curvy figures).

Giving it the ultimate Kelly Ripa stamp of approval, in a video for the LIVE Instagram handle, Kelly described the dress as "very cute," "wearable," and "adorbs" - a few descriptors I always seek out in a Summer dress. Even better is that in the video, Kelly says Sienna Miller (another one of my style and hair-color idols) complimented her on the dress (you better believe we're sending one to the actress ASAP!).

Ahead, witness Kelly wearing the $36 POPSUGAR Printed Wrap Dress (marked down from $60!) in a few behind-the-scenes videos and photos with show guests last week. Then, be sure to scoop up one in your size before it sells out - with these celebrity stamps of approval, you know it will - and check out the rest of the new June collection to stock up on more affordable Summer staples.

Sunday, June 30, 2019

16 One-Piece Swimsuits People Will Never Believe You Bought For Less Than $50

If you're sick of wearing the same old bikini, you've come to the right place. We've curated a list of flattering one-pieces that will make you feel your best on your next vacation. The best part: we shopped at Walmart and found so many surprising stylish choices starting at just $15, you can treat yourself to more than one. Keep reading to shop our favorites.

H&M's 20 Hottest Summer Swimsuits Are Here, and They All Cost Less Than $40

It's no secret we love H&M for its versatile basics and on-trend seasonal pieces, but this Summer, H&M completely blew us away with its latest swim collection. The line features everything from flattering one-pieces to ruffled bikinis, and we just can't get enough. To save you time, we narrowed it down to our 20 favorites. The best part is, they're all under $40, so maybe you can get two. Take a look.

I HATE Getting Dressed For Work in the Summer, but These Comfortable Outfits Are Better Than a Bikini

Getting dressed for the office instead of a pool, the beach, or a yacht (dream big) in the Summer is kind of the worst, right? OK, sure. There are far worse tragedies than stifling suits, constricting dresses, and, the absolute worst of them, uncomfortably tight jeans in the heat (see this $35 pair of pants as a comfortable alternative). But they're pretty terrible. A delightfully airy maxi dress with oversize sunnies, a wide-brim hat, and comfy sandals is far more idyllic (preferably in a warm but not unbearably hot locale while consuming copious amounts of oysters with an Aperol spritz and/or glass of rosé in hand). But I digress.

Since, like most people, work is still very much a part of my Summer (I've got to bring in the bucks for those dreamy getaways!), my warm-weather office outfits revolve around lightweight blouses, breezy midi dresses and skirts, loose-but-still-crisp shirts, and tailored separates in cool fabrics like linen and cotton. Yes, I'd prefer to be wearing slinky slip dresses, whisper-thin skirts, and shoulder-baring tops in 90+ degrees at all times, but I'm not exactly angling for darting glances from HR.

Already with an affinity for neat and tidy attire, Summer's tailoring trend - a look that's all about looking polished and relaxed at once - couldn't be more up my alley. With warmer days already on deck, I want to get ahead of the season and plan out a handful of comfortably tailored looks that are smart for the office but also enjoyable enough to wear for leisure. Pieces like the floatiest pair of cropped wide-leg pants, lightweight blazers in fun colors and prints, and versatile tops that help to transition from the office to off duty will get me there.

If you're looking to add a few new outfits to your workwear lineup this Summer, ahead, see how I'll be wearing the Summer tailoring trend over the next couple of months. Featured here are affordable hero pieces from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's, including $44 linen blazers and $30 tie-front tops.

For more comfortable office outfit ideas, head over to The Outfit Bar at Kohl's, where you'll discover a range of affordable looks you can wear to every kind of meeting on your calendar.

23 Fashion Brands That Carry Swim and - Whoa! - You Had No Idea

We know you never fail to check out the usual suspects when it comes to swimwear - ASOS, Urban Outfitters, Solid & Striped, Lisa Marie Fernandez, Marysia - the list goes on. Frankly, we get tired enough scrolling through the pages of our go-to labels each season. So do we really need to add more brands to our repertoire? Short answer: yes.

You'll be shocked when you find that some of your favorite spots to shop for clothes also have swim (Hello, Mango and COS!). These categories are fully stocked too; there's no skimping on the assortment, because that's no fun. Plus, we included lesser-known companies you may not know of yet, plenty of which offer affordable price points or sustainable materials you'll be delighted to add to your swim drawer.

Whether you're just ready to round out your collection with a maillot in a fresh colorway or you love to read up on retailers, see below for our list of favorites. We chose one sublime piece from each and every site, so that you understand exactly why browsing online will be worth your while. These looks are also representative of the type of silhouettes each brand carries, so if something catches your eye, you may have just landed on your new destination.