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How to Take the Safari Trend from Runway to Your Living Room


It used to be that stylish gals were more about their five-inch stilettos than the latest iPhone app (such as our own!), but these days style and technology are as inseparable as Demi and Ashton. But lest we're caught around town sporting that ratty BlackBerry cover, here are some stylish techie-chic picks to keep you connected.

Chloe Dao for Nuo Laptop Sleeve, $44.99 at store.nuo-tech.com (above)
The Project Runway Season 2 winner teamed up with Nuo Tech to create a line of accessories. This bright pattern says anything but Silicon Valley.

Juicy Couture Laptop Sleeve, $98 at Nordstrom.com


Can't get enough of Juicy? Or is it printed laptop sleeves for that matter? Protect your beloved Macbook with this fun dotted number for the mega brand. Velour tracksuit not included (thankfully).

Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile iPhone Case, $385 at Net-a-porter.com


Croc is a sure way to

Switch up your warmer weather beauty routine!


Beauty Tricks to Play Up Your Best Features

As summer rolls in, and we have more 90 degree days with blacktops so hot they'll cook an egg, our beauty routines need a bit of adjustment. Most of us try to go a little more lightweight on the cosmetics to avoid breakouts, but smart beauty devotees know going to the root of the cause - that is, changing up cleansers - is a necessary solution.

To help a girl get on her way to clear skin, hot weather or not, we had some of StyleCaster's finest test (plus amis) try out a selection of face cleansers that were kindly sent to our Studio. All the products promised gentle cleansing. See how products fared below:

Renee Rouleau Gentle Gel Cleanser


"The formula was great - the feel of the gel was light and as far as cleansing goes, it felt like it did the job without stripping my skin. I was curious though that the ingredients list included cocoa butter. I have combination skin and it worked fine with my

3 New Way to Incorporate Color Into Your Spring Wardrobe



Styles from the Cosabella Jeans Line Launching May 15. Images: Cosabella.com

Not to be confused with that newly ubiquitous term "jeggings," lingerie brand Cosabella is launching a line of denim-inspired leggings, says WWD.

Guido Campello, VP of sales, marketing and innovation told the fashion trade, the collection is "a merging of denim and leggings, so we called it Cosabella Jeans."

So what exactly is the difference from jeggings?

"We decided to do faux denim leggings with a printed denim effect. The leggings are lightweight, easy to wash and travel easily," he continued.

Okay, so we guess the difference is in the details. But if you want to see for yourself, the line launches May 15 and will be sold at department stores including Neiman Marcus, and online at Zappos, and brand's own e-commerce site, cosabella.com.


Get Taylor Swift's Flirty Style


Initially, the legging/jeans will be available in two styles, one is

Experts dish on what to eat for a clear, glowing look.


The Strangest Ingredients Lurking in Your Beauty Products!


Getting a clear complexion isn't only about the face washes and moisturizers that we apply with care each morning and night. Many dermatologists also believe that your outward appearance has a lot to do with what you are putting inside your body. Dr. Murad, reknowned dermatologist and founder of Murad skincare products, created a philosophy called Inclusive Health with one of the main pillars focusing on what you are putting in your body. Murad says, "Internal care supports all aspects of a healthy lifestyle. This includes eating healthy, nutrient rich foods and taking dietary supplements."

With summer just around the corner, and warmer weather on the horizon, it's high time to limit the amount of cover-up we have to cake on to our skin (we're not exactly keen on make-up meltdown).

Here's a list of some of the best foods for your skin, so you will have a glowing appearance

The country star is all feminine fun when it comes to everyday style.

The Best Spring Necklaces Under $100!


When it comes to stylish songstresses, we've recently noticed Taylor Swift upping her sartorial game. Her signature curly locks, perfectly crafted cat eye, and sparkly cocktail numbers on the red carpet have made her a fashion favorite when it comes to high-profile events, but what of her everyday street attire? At the start of her career, the country songstress was looking a bit dowdy for such a fresh looking future, but we can tell that Swift has been weighing her clothing choices a bit more carefully as of late (what girl wouldn't pay more attention wearing ridiculously beautiful Marchesa?).

When she's not on stage belting out songs about past lovers (or crushes might be more like it), she's been spotted donning a mix of uber girly accessories like floral headbands and strappy heels, along with some edgier pieces that match her rocker repertoire. And of course, no country

Are makeup brushes really worth the cost? Our expert tells us why you should pay up.


Makeup Tricks to Play Up Your Best Features


Dear Beauty Banter,

I want to start using real makeup brushes instead of the cheap sponge applicator that comes with my eyeshadow and foundation compact. What kind of brushes should I buy for foundation and eye makeup that won't break my budget but will still keep me streak-free? Should I even bother, or should I just keep using the sponges that are already included?

Sincerely,
Brushless and Wondering


Eat Your Way to Clearer Skin!



Makeup artist Taryn Potenza's reply:
Dear Brushless and Wondering,

Silver tip brushes are professionally used and not too pricey. With any brush, you want the ferrule (the metal part of the brush that holds it all together) to be crimped; you will get longer wear from the brush this way. A crimped metal ferrule also helps to keep hair in position. Most high quality brushes are made using this method. Feel the brush hair for

Learn to play up your best features with our tips!
Why You Should Invest in a Makeup Brush

Makeup can be a bit daunting for those of us who would rather just grab the closest clear gloss and black mascara and run out the door, swiping them on as we go. But, just a few tools and secret tips are really all it takes to play up your best features.

If you're that girl who has gorgeous baby blues or Angelina Jolie lips but aren't quite sure how to showcase your best assests - read below for tips to drawing all eyes on you.

Define Your Eyes


If you have a gorgeous eye color (like baby blues, emerald green, or even a deep brown) bring out that color by using shadows in complementary shades. Use suede tones for blue eyes, navy shades for brown eyes and purple to make green eyes pop. We're loving Essence's vibrant shades, an amazing (and cheap! $1.99 each) European line that just launched stateside.

Lengthen Your Lashes


Eat Your Way To Clearer Skin!

Long, luscious lashes are a sure-fire win to

Striking out? Up your date night chances with these tips by dating expert Carly Spindel.


Top 10 Dating Mistakes Women Make


Meeting the opposite sex isn't the easiest feat - especially when you work in femme-heavy fashion - but here's a compilation of some handy and perhaps unexpected tips to cross paths with Mr. Right.

1. Eat Out
Busy, single men don't have time to cook. This is why they need a girlfriend! Just kidding. However, when they are tired and hungry after work, they dine out at restaurants. So if you want to meet a new man, try a new restaurant at least once a week.

2. Join a Gym
Gyms are places where all body conscious men go to let off some steam. If you meet a man at the gym you can see what he really looks like when he's all sweaty. If he looks good in gym clothes, he'll look great in real clothes. People who work out are also much happier (translation: a better partner to be with).


3. Pay Attention To Your Pet
The sun is out and love is in the air. People are outside