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10 Hot Headbands That Cure Bad Hair Days

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Headbands are an accessory often overlooked by grown women. For sure, certain styles make their wearer look more innocent, which isn€™t necessarily a bad thing €“ remember when Winona Ryder sported a headband during her shoplifting trial? But new styles from designers like Marc Jacobs are downright fabulous. With feathers, jewels, and flowers adorning them, these headbands add quirky style to any outfit. Plus they come in handy when your hair is just not cooperating. Click SEE SLIDESHOW for our favorite headbands in the hive!

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Tags :   cara accessories , hair accessories , headbands , hiveslides , marc jacobs , urban outfitters

13 Warm Weather Dresses That Transition From Work to Play

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We wear dresses all year round, but the ones we put on during the winter just aren€™t as fun as the ones made for warmer weather, when scratchy wool finally gives way to soft, flowy, and feminine materials. And, unlike winter dresses, which seem to be either made for work or made for after-work, the dresses out now can go from the office to a bar just by taking off the sweater you wear to stay warm in your frigid, air-conditioned office. Click SEE SLIDESHOW for my favorite warm-weather dresses for work and beyond!

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Tags :   bcbg , dkny , free people , gap , hiveslides , j crew , karen walker , plenty by tracy reese , rachel comey , rebecca taylor , spring dresses , summer dresses , sundress , vince , wear to work

10 Sports Bras That Don't Give You Mono-Boob

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Boobs are great for everyday, but when you want to run a marathon or do a little yoga, you kind of wish they were gone, don't you? That's where sports bras come in. Luckily, there are options that won't make those of you with larger chests look like you have a mono-boob, while still giving you the proper support €“ it€™s all about separating them, rather than smashing them down. Here are 10 options €“ some for bigger cups and some for smaller €“ that will let you jump up and down without jiggling. Unless, of course, that€™s your prerogative.

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Tags :   active , activewear , bras , champion , exercise , gym , gym wear , hiveslides , lily of france , lucy , marathon , nike , patagonia , running , shock absorber , sports bras , womens , yoga

10 Sorta Kinda Romantic Necklaces

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When you think of "romantic" jewelry, Tiffany & Co. heart necklaces, traditional tennis bracelets, and diamond engagement rings might come to mind. But if things aren't that serious yet with your man, if traditional jewelry isn't really your style, or, hell, if you'd rather get yourself some sweet bling, there are plenty of independent designers creating baubles that express the feeling of love in somewhat innovative ways €“ diamonds, pearls, and platinum are hardly necessary. After all, nothing says, "I love you" like a sterling silver human heart pierced with a dagger.

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Tags :   catbird , clay pot , hiveslides , jennifer zeuner , jewelry , love , rachel leigh , romance

Twelve Cute and Ladylike Round-Toe Pumps

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Period movies like Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day and Atonement showcase gorgeous costumes from the '30s and '40s, and they've made us lust over the styles of decades past, such as silk dresses, pin-curled hair, and, of course, round toe shoes. While they might not rank high on some people's sexy lists, round toe heels are refined and will add a dash of femininity to any outfit€”even jeans and a t-shirt.

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Tags :   hiveslides , pumps , round toe pumps , shoes

10 Strapless Party Dresses That Steal the Spotlight!

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There's something very Audrey Hepburn about strapless cocktail dresses. Put one on, and you instantly feel graceful and elegant. This style draws attention to bare shoulders and the sexy curve of the collarbone, plus, you won€™t have to worry about adjusting pesky straps that tend to slip. While other cocktail dresses might feature plunging necklines with loads of cleavage, the strapless variety suggests a fun, flirty attitude while leaving something to the imagination (so long as you don€™t have a wardrobe malfunction).

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Tags :   black halo , carmen marc valvo , dresses , forever 21 , hiveslides , kara janx , party , party dresses , strapless , strapless dresses , vivienne tam

How To Turn Some Heads on the Beach This Year!

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We're still bundling up in knit hats, heavy coats, and winter boots, but our favorite stores haven't been paying much attention to the weather--either that, or they're hoping that selling t-shirts, spring dresses, and sandals will raise the temperature about 30 degrees. We're eyeing the swimsuits, because it's never too soon to start imagining yourself relaxing on a sandy beach. Here are 10 that will make you lust for lemonade and 90-degree weather. While you€™re at it, don€™t forget to stock up on SPF 15.

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Tags :   bandeau , bikini , brette sandler , carmen marc valvo , diane von furstenberg , hiveslides , marc by marc jacobs , retro , salinas , spring , summer , swim

9 Hot Books That That Bring the Sexy (Literally)

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Some subjects, like math and reading, are best taught in a classroom, while others require book learning and first-hand experience. Among the subjects that fall into the second category are medicine, flying planes ... and sex! So, before you take part in your next bedroom practical, pick one of these nine books and continue your education, because you€™re never too old learn something new.

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Tags :   advice , book , books , learning , sex

9 Wireless Bras That Prove Bigger Isn€™t Better

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Underwire and push-up bras work well for when you want to show a little cleavage or need to fill out a dress, but not all lingerie needs to augment your endowments. Women like Gwyneth Paltrow, Keira Knightley, and Kate Bosworth work what they have, even if it€™s not much. Follow their lead and put on one of these nine wireless bras--because sexy comes in more than one shape, size, or style.

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Tags :   bralettes , bras , lingerie , wireless bra

12 Little Black Dresses From $23 to $402 (See If You Can Tell the Difference!)

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Great for a date, a wedding, a funeral, or a solo night out, LBD€™s are the go-to-ensemble for stylish women everywhere. They've withstood the test of time and changing styles, and have been worn by everyone from Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's to Angelina Jolie in Mr. and Mrs. Smith. But how to choose one for yourself when there are so many options, from sweet to sexy and expensive to pocket-change-priced? Here are twelve options for every mood and budget.

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Tags :   dresses , hiveslides , lbd , little black dress
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