Insider Tips

  • Runway to Street – Check Mate

    By Holly Boyle on 2014/01/21
    Of the many trends sweeping the catwalks, we fell fast and hard for the tartan takeover. Checkerboard prints, plaids, and checked patterns were spotted at Céline, 3.1 Phillip Lim and Stella McCartney in a surprising way – clashed together.  Mixing plaid on plaid, the trend proved that contrasting textures, patterns and colors actually worked brilliantly together.  So how do you […]
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  • Professional Predicament – Work Wear for Cold Winter Days

    By Holly Boyle on 2014/01/18
    It’s 8am and you’re staring at your closet because throwing together a look for work is proving to be difficult on this freezing cold winter day. You’d prefer to bundle up in the coziest sweater you can find, but the office mandated attire is nothing of the sort.  What’s a fashionista to do in this situation? Here’s the easy answer […]
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  • How to Wear Your Sparkle After the Holidays

    By Holly Boyle on 2014/01/15
    The holidays are officially over, which unfortunately translates to most people that the festive sparkle you purchased to bring some cheer and twinkle to your wardrobe needs to be put away.  But we here at Lustre Life tend to disagree.  You don’t have to say sayonara to your shimmery party favorites just yet.  In fact, we’re going to show you […]
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  • Wardrobe Refresh – 5 Key Pieces to Own in 2014

    By Holly Boyle on 2014/01/14
    In the game of wardrobe updating, we often find ourselves adding oldies but goodies – the ubiquitously loved LBD, the classic trench, the sophisticated button down.  Yes, they are essentials, and yes we use them daily, but what about some of the trendy pieces that can transform your wardrobe in mere minutes? We’re all in need of a refresh, the […]
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  • Runway to Street – How to Make Catwalk Looks Wearable

    By Holly Boyle on 2014/01/13
    We all know that it takes some serious editing to sort out of some of those outlandish runway looks. We tend to toss aside the impossible looks (ahem, 100% sheer blouses without anything underneath we’re looking at you!) in favor of the attainable ones.  And the questions often linger- who can wear that and how can I make that every […]
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  • 5 Fabulous Statement Pieces

    By Susan Linney on 2014/01/11
      No matter what the occasion, a wow-ing statement piece is always a wardrobe winner. Whether it’s a piece of costume jewelry, an evening clutch, or even a pair of boots, don a standout item and you’ll be the belle of the ball (perhaps as you watch the ball drop!). Here are five of our larger-than-life favorites. 1. Edie Stars […]
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  • One Fabulous Fur Vest, Two Ways to Wear It

    By Susan Linney on 2014/01/09
    It’s faux, of course, but we love this boxy, furry women’s vest from Topshop. It’s wonderfully versatile, as well as soft, stylish and warm. And a big winter trend, as well. Here, we show you how to wear it in two totally different ways. THE VEST Topshop Faux Fur Vest, $130 LOOK 1 Sophisticated and Chic 1. Theory “Karlyn” Sweater […]
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  • Shopping Tips for the New Year

    By Joyce Huang on 2014/01/07
    You ever go shopping and seem to go back and forth on an item? Well, not anymore! Here are some key questions to ask yourself before buying clothing and accessories. After all, you want to always be able to find something to wear in your already full closet, not feel frustrated and always say, “I have nothing to wear!” 1)   […]
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  • Cinderella Moment with Zac Posen

    By Joyce Huang on 2014/01/06
    Zac Posen is no stranger to dressing some of today’s most recognized, talented and beautiful women. His impeccable gowns have graced the lovely figures of Rihanna, Gwyneth Paltrow, Diane Kruger, Kim Kardashian and Reese Witherspoon. Posen manages to capture old Hollywood glamour, but combines it with refreshing and innovative silhouettes. With his latest designs all available for purchase right now, […]
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  • Store Spotlight: Intermix

    By Susan Linney on 2014/01/04
    Since 1993, Intermix has carried a dizzying array of designer brands, from 3.1 Phillip Lim and Jimmy Choo to Joseph and J Brand. They now have 30 stores across the U.S. and Canada, as well as a fully stocked online boutique. Intermix’s assortment of styles are always on-trend and well edited, so it’s easy to find your favorite brands and […]
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