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Thursday, July 9, 2009

Steal her Look: Kim Kardashian




Kim Kardashian wore this Haute Hippe Fringe Tank (Nordstrom, $146). Here's where you can get a similar fringe top for less and steal her look:

Where to Buy:

Fringe Top, Free People, $39.95
Black Leggings, Dillard's, $11.70
Black Pumps, Charlotte Russe, $24.99
Boyfriend Blazer, J. Jill, $89.99
Oversized Sunglasses, Old Navy, $8

Swimsuit Shopping Guide: Plus Size

Finding a bathing suit that will flatter your curves doesn’t have to be challenging. Here are some tips to finding the perfect bathing suit if you are plus size:

* Stay away from horizontal stripes, which can make you look wider. Instead go for vertical stripes. These can make you look thinner since it directs the eye to look up and down as oppose to left to right with horizontal lines.

*Try to avoid white bathing suits or very light colors, which can only emphasize problem areas. Instead go for darker colors, which can be slimming (It doesn’t necessarily have to black..a dark brown or navy blue would work just as well).

*To hide tummy problems, try a one-piece wrap style, which can help give the illusion of a smaller waist. You can also try a one-piece bathing suit that have a corset-type
spandex built-in, which can help mold your body to look slimmer.

*A tankini can be flattering, just be sure that the tankini top is long enough so it meets with the bottom half of your bathing suit to cover any belly bulges.

Here are some suggestions:



Tankini Swimsuit, Lane Bryant, $69.65




Wrap Bathing Suit, Shape FX , $39





Two Piece Bathing Suit, Land’s End, $49.50

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Steal Her Look: Jessica Simpson (Ebay Find)




Jessica Simpson wore this red and navy striped Michael Kors dress during the 2009 AT&T Golf Tournament. Here is a very similar dress from Michael Kors, but this one is in a halter style. It's on sale on Ebay. Here's where you can steal the rest of her look.

Where to Buy

Micheal Kors Striped Dress, Ebay, $67.28 (New with Tags) or you can find it on sale on the Michael Kors website for $105
Tan Strappy Sandal, DSW, $39.95
Gold Earrings, Forever 21, $3.80
Gold Chain Bracelet, Kohl's, $12


Photo: Carl Prouse

Britney Spears Candie's Ads



Check out Britney Spears new Candie's ads for Kohl's. She's even wearing some of the clothes for her latest music video "Radar." Here's what she had to say: "I was so excited to wear Candie's in my 'Radar' video," "I especially loved their jeans and cute dresses, which were perfect for the theme of my video." You can find the line exclusively at Kohl's with prices ranging from $28-$58 for clothes and $10-$70 for shoes and accessories. The ads are set to hit fashion magazines and TV in the fall.



Photo Courtesy: Candie's

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Did you Wear Bodysuits?

I was at my mom's house this past weekend when she started taking out some old pictures of me. There I was, 9 years old in jean shorts and a white skin tight 3/4th sleeve bodysuit. I think I must have owned one in every color. I couldn't help but think back at how uncomfortable I felt. Not only that, but I remember how long it would take me just to try to pop these little buttons that weren't too conveniently located (ahem--the crotch area). Worst of all sometimes they would un-pop and I would have to run to the bathroom to pop them back in place. I'm kind of glad these stayed back in the 90's. Did you ever wear a bodysuit? Do you own one now?

Bethenny Looks So Fit for SOBeFit Magazine

Our favorite Real Housewife, Bethenny Frankel, shows off her super-fit bod in this red dress for the SOBeFit Magazine party to announce the "Fittest Person of the Year" Award. It all took place last week in Miami Beach and Bethenny of course was there to make her Skinny Girl Margaritas.

Steal Her Look: Megan Fox





Megan Fox wore this Juicy Couture jacket, Brian Atwood Heels and a Stella McCartney Leopard Top, which goes for $235 . Here is a similar complete outfit for less than that.


Where to Steal her Look:


Leopard Top, Wet Seal, $17.50
Black Skinny Pants, Guess, $45.00
Michael Antonio Purple Heels, Endless, $54
Black Leather Jacket, Arden B., $58


Other Leopard Top Options:


Green Leopard Top, Charlotte Russe, $17.99
Rainbow Leopard Top, Delia's, $28.50



Photo: Mark Von Holden



Monday, July 6, 2009

VFB Featured on Seventeen.com

Viva Fashion Blog was featured on Seventeen as part of "Cool Blogs About Fashion and Style." We couldn't be happier. Thanks again to all of you for supporting Viva Fashion Blog. You can check out it out here.

Jessica Alba: Corso Como Sandals



Jessica Alba wore these Corso Como "Felicia" sandal as she strolled around Beverly Hills. Now you can find the same sandals on sale at ShopBop for $62.50 (originally $125). If you don't want to buy them online, no worries, they also have them at Nordstrom for $64.90.

Where to Buy:

Shopbop, Corso Como Felicia T Strap Sandal

Louis Vuitton Band-Aid

Are band-aids becoming the latest fashion accessory? You might remember last year Brazilian Designer Alexandre Herchcovitch designed some band-aids with bold patterns, some were even studded with Swarovski crystals. Now Amron Exptl has created these Louis Vuitton print band-aids. But is this a little too much? What do you think... is this a fashionable way to cover up a boo boo or a fashion No No.



Friday, July 3, 2009

Fourth of July Outfit





Don't know what to wear tomorrow? Well, whether you'll be enjoying a delicious BBQ or some outdoor activities, here are some ways to show some patriotism. Happy 4th of July!


Red Shorts, Forever 21, $19.90
White and Blue Fish Sandals, Target, $29
White Top, Old Navy, $14.50
Gingham Plaid Top, Forever 21, $19.80
Mink Pink Dress, Chick Downtown, $79
Jean Shorts, Delia's, $24.50
Nautical Straw Tote, Spiegel, $39




Thursday, July 2, 2009

Steal her Look: Kirsten Dunst





Kirsten Dunst wore this green American Apparel dress while she walked her dog and accessorized it with a cute apple belt. Here's where you can get her same dress and also a similar belt for less:

Green Short Sleeve Tunic, American Apparel, $38 (Same Dress)
Kimichi Wide Bow Belt, Urban Outfitters, $34


Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Silk Shorts: Express

Remember yesterday's post on Lauren Conrads silk shorts? Well, check out these silk shorts we found at Express for only $9.99. They were originally $59.50. Happy Shopping!

Flirty Summer Dress: Under $10

This blue tiered dress is perfect for a hot summer day. The tiered layer on top is also great for hiding any tummy problems. It's a steal for $9.95 (originally $39.50) and it comes in black and red.

Where to Buy:

American Eagle, $9.95

Tip: You can pair it up with some flat sandals for a more casual look or dress it up with a wedge.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

VFB on Telemundo

Check out the latest interview I did for Telemundo, a spanish TV station. I shared some tips on what to wear for their fashion segment "What to Wear if You Have Curves." Although it's in Spanish I thought you still might enjoy. Click here to view the clip.

Steal her Look: Lauren Conrad



Don't you love it when celebs wear clothes you can actually afford and it's not thousands of dollars. Lauren Conrad wore this Urban Outfitters top (only $39.99) and Elizabeth and James black shorts to promote her new book L.A. Candy. Here's where you can steal her look for less and get the same top she wore.


Ecote Silk Top, Urban Outfitters, $39.99(Same Top and on sale! )
Black Shorts, Arden B, $38 (You can also find them even cheaper at Forever 21 for about $13)
Black Pumps, Yoox, $49
Rhinestone Bracelet, Forever 21, $15.80

Gold Chain Sandals

Check out these adorable sandals my co-worker just bought on Shop-A-Matic. In case you're not familiar with them, it's a shopping page on NY Mag that hunts for the best items in the city. They have everything from shoes, clothes, wedding dresses, furniture--you name it they have it. Almost all of the items can be purchased online. These sandals are from Fred Flare, a boutique in Brooklyn. I love the black and gold combination. You can buy them online for $28.

Click
here to buy.

Monday, June 29, 2009

Givenchy's Riccardo Tisci Talks About Latest Collection




Check out this cool video from The Cut....New York Fashion director, Harriet Mays Powell interviews Riccardo Tisci about his latest resort collection.

Friday, June 26, 2009

Giveaway: Current/Elliot Boyfriend Jeans


It's Giveaway time again. We recently gave away these amazing jeans and since so many of you asked if we were going to do it again, we've decided to give away another pair. Thanks to ChickDowntown.com, which carry over 150 designer brands from clothes to accessories including Rachel Leighjewelry, one lucky winner will have another chance to win these Current/Elliot Boyfriend Jeans. Simply tell us why you want them at vivafashionblog @ gmail.com **This contest is currently closed** Congratulations Irma! We hope you enjoy your Current/Elliot jeans.
You can also add Chick Downtown to Twitter and Facebook to find out about the latest in sales and giveaways.

Take Your Dog To Work Day



Today was "Take Your Dog to Work Day." My co-workers and I were really ecstatic that we got to bring our dogs. I just had to share with you this picture of my co-workers shih tzu "Maxwell". Doesn't he look so cute with his tie...very work appropriate I must add. To the right is my own doggy "Scrappy." I actually barricaded him in my cubicle with this baby gate. Did you take your dog to work today?