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    Influential International Style: M.I.A.

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    kate napleton on Nov 17, 2009 2:25 PM PST
    Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam broke into the music scene in 2004 and is simply impossible to forget, because of her lyrics, both catchy and intense ("All I wanna do is... BANG BANG BANG BANG"), and her unique style. M.I.A. seems to take style inspiration from all areas of her life - whether it's her love of prints coming from her past as a graphic designer, or drawing a love of dyeing techniques from her Sri Lankan decent. Her style is incredibly unique - and she puts things together the way no one else would, with a surprising mix of color, crazy textures and a great love of neon and shiny material. To get even close to M.I.A.'s signature style, you'll have to mix it up - bold bangles with loose-fitting neon shirts over shiny leggings with some bright kicks. Top it off with a hat and you're on your way. Check out my slideshow for some great ideas on how to get started incorporating M.I.A.'s look in to your personal style!
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    Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week SWIM Runway: Cia Maritima

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    Alex Gambardella on Jul 24, 2009 8:19 AM PDT
    Well, if someone's gotta bring the Latin flavor to the Mercedes Benz SWIM runway, it might as well be Brazilian beachwear designer Cia.Maritima! The show started off relatively slow, giving us a glimpse of some undoubtedly unique watercolor animal prints that put a soft spin on a traditionally wild design. Things slowly began to simmer with the introduction of boldly printed string bikinis and then reached an eventual boiling point with the parade of dare-to-bare cutout bikinis and structured monokinis that left everyone feeling hot, hot, hot! It wasn't all about the skin-baring ensembles though- the designer wowed with an impressive array of sheer and Grecian-inspired caftans and cover ups, and the details weren't to be missed either- the bold cuffs and strappy arm embellishments were just as alluring. Take a look at some of the highlights in the slideshow! Photo Credit: Getty Images
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    Trendy Tie-Dyed Pieces That Don't Look Like You Made Them At ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Jun 29, 2009 10:17 AM PDT
    What is it about tie-dye that seems to just ooze summer spirit? I don't know if it's the bright colors or the fond memories of wringing out freshly-dipped t-shirts on the backyard lawn, but I was always secretly rooting for a tie-dye comeback that didn't look too homemade or too hippie. As if the almighty trendsetters read my mind (it's about time!), tie-dye has been sprouting up all over the place -- high-end and affordable retailers alike -- in every place imaginable, from shoes to shades! While stereotypically the print has always been associated with peace signs, flower children, and campy arts and crafts, this season it's keeping it casual with thong sandals and dressing it up in the form of sexy minidresses. Still not convinced? Take a look at the slideshow and see for yourself how today's tie-dye has gone from hippie to hip!
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    Summer Style: 10 Crunchy-Chic Tie-Dye Looks

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    Amelia Parry on Aug 6, 2008 9:18 AM PDT
    I used to tie-dye Hanes t-shirts at camp every summer, trying to create complex designs with multiple colors of dye. Basically, they turned out really horribly unless I stuck to just two colors. Then I forgot about tie-dying, maybe because I didn€™t think it would fit into my "adult" life. But after seeing Drew Barrymore wearing a rainbow swirl shirt, I decided to revisit the psychedelic-ness that is tie-dye with some clothes that are tie-dyed, or inspired by it. And if you don€™t feel like spending hundreds on a scarf or thousands on a dress go buy a box of Rit and make your own!
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    Hive 5: Groovy Ombre Fashion Is Everywhere, Man!

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    Sydel Sakuma on Jul 23, 2008 8:21 AM PDT
    Distant cousin to the dreaded tie-dye, ombré is the best of both the carefree and the style-conscious worlds. Personally, I love the option of having multiple colors that don't necessarily come from the same palate, and being able wear them without looking like Rainbow Brite, not to mention the eye-catching, slimming and enhancing effect on one's figure! With all of the benefits, one would think that such a gentle gradient of color could only belong on a yoga master or hippie, but ombré can be found on Prada bags, sweaters, bathing suits, and a variety of dresses galore. Click on the SLIDESHOW and let ombré change your life!
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