The Budget Babe

Dear Budget Babe, Do you know of any knock-offs of Stella McCartney's Miracle Dress? It is so expensive and I was wondering if anyone has manufactured a cheaper version. —Janet BB: Stella McCartney's so-called miracle dress is hugely popular with celebs like Kate Winslet for its magical slimming properties. Black contouring side panels give the optical illusion of an hourglass figure, and just like that, you've dropped two dress sizes. While Kate's now sold-out dress cost $1,600, you can

Tracy Reese Fall 2012 Nail Looks by Sally Hansen: Backstage Beauty

Published on 2012-02-13 13:20:00

Yesterday I was invited to cover the nail looks backstage at the Tracy Reese Fall 2012 collection runway show, thanks to Sally Hansen. Manicurist Jin Soon Choi gave me the scoop on the two exclusive new nail polish colors that Reese created for the runway inspired by her vibrant fall line: Scarab, a peacock blue and Copperhead, a metallic copper. These polishes showcase never-before-seen technology exclusive to Sally Hansen, which is why it's hard for me to describe them but I'd say they're simi

Tracy Reese Fall 2012 Runway Show

Published on 2012-02-12 20:22:00

Today I attended the Tracy Reese Fall 2012 runway show, part of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Tracy Reese is easily one of my favorites for her use of color, texture and the fact that her clothes ooze cool but you don't have to be a "cool" girl to wear them, if that makes sense. This season, the designer offered up "colorful, confident attire for navigating the urban landscape." This translated into chic tailored coats, slim pants and cozy sweaters, as well as feminine blouses, easy shifts and sho

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