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Celeb Color Trend: Powerhouse Pink!

by Sabrina Newman
May 22, 2008 2:16 PM PDT

The days of pink signifying youthful innocence are over. This season, designers have turned up the voltage, taking pink from pretty to powerhouse. Powerhouse pink is a happy medium between the sweet innocence of pale pink and the overt sex-appeal of radiant red, and has a vibrant energy which exudes confidence and fun. For a current look, contrast this vivid shade with neutral tones, or add sleek structure by pairing it with basic black. Click READ MORE for tips to pull it off, plus and expert tip from Rachel Zoe - and check out my SLIDESHOW for amazing finds to help you get your Pink on!

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Dressing for Your Body: Pants for Petites

by Sabrina Newman
May 15, 2008 8:16 PM PDT

Although I personally am not €˜petite,€™ I can definitely empathize with the plight of petites when it comes to finding the perfect pants. If you wear pants that are too loose, you can look like you€™re drowning, too long, and you'll look sloppy and short, too tight, and you can look especially teeny and shapeless. Length and fit are of utmost importance- a golden rule that applies to ladies of all body types, but is especially crucial for petites. Since your body type is significantly smaller than the average woman, finding a good tailor is ESSENTIAL when it comes to looking amazing. Click READ MORE for additional tips to help all you petites wear pants perfectly.