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The Best Cozy Sweaters for Fall

By //  by Elaine Atkins

It’s always sad to see summer pass us by so quickly. But I have a confession to make, I’m looking forward to fall! Please don’t hate me! Fall is my favourite season thanks to rich colours and boots. Not the boots needed for trudging through deep snow, but all the other lovely ones. I also LOVE a great sweater. Nothing makes you feel cozier than the perfect sweater. While throwing on a hoody is perfect for home, when we're at work or running errands there’s no excuse to …

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What to Wear to a White Party

What To Wear To A White Party

By //  by Elaine Atkins

You may have noticed a trend over the last little while – society is OBSESSED with the colour white. You can see it in décor (white kitchens are still huge), art and photography. Of course this trickles down to entertaining and style. Taking cues from the growing popularity of the “Diner En Blanc”, private white themed parties are cropping up everywhere! Just a warning though – pay attention to the type of event you’re attending. In general, wearing white to a wedding is still a major faux pas …

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Back to School Fashion Trends for Teens

By //  by Natasha Bernardi

We're nearing the end of summer and that means it's time for back to school shopping. If you're the parent of a teen though, you know that this is an especially trying time of year. We're here to help. These are the seven hottest Fall fashion trends for teens this back to school season, according to Seventeen magazine. We've seen these styles before but they all have a new modern twist to them for today's fashionable teen. Imagine how impressed your teen will be that you know …

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