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Yellow dress

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Would you wear a caftan?

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Summer Uniform: Hamptons Beauty

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    I always joke that my friend Susan Cernek is the nicest person in fashion. She has a mouthful of a title at Glamour, but she always looks drop-dead gorgeous and friendly, with a megawatt smile and easy laugh. So, I asked her to share her summer uniform with us (in hopes that we could copy ruthlessly:).

    Here's Susan's take:

    Here, my husband Rob and I are on grill duty at our dear friend's house in Southampton. I've worn these tortoise Ray-Ban Wayfarers since '06. I've tried on a zillion other pairs since then, but these are the only sunglasses that suit my face/don't make me look like a crazy person.

    I got the shirtdress at Zara last year for our honeymoon, and it's now my summer go-to. The special twist is that it looks like a man's dress shirt since it scoops up a bit on the sides--making it a bit risque to wear to work but flirty and sexy for weekends. [Here's a similar dress.] A word of caution: Never use the fabric belt that shirt dresses come with. Fabric belts can look floppy--not exactly a description you want anywhere near your midsection. You need structure to flatter your waist, so go with a thin leather belt.

    For beauty, I stay light. I love Diptyque bath oil; I dab it on after the shower for a light scent, instead of a heavy perfume. And my go-to lip "marker"--Revlon's Just Bitten in Flame-- gives you a cheery, pretty hint of color, like you just ate a popsicle from the Mister Softee truck.

    Here's how to get the look:
    Wayfarer sunglasses: Ray-Ban, $194.
    Shirtdress: L.L. Bean Signature, $79.
    Belt: 7 Hills, $36.
    Thong sandals: L.L. Bean Signature, $69.
    Lipstain: Revlon, $8.99.
    Messy French bun.

    P.S. Another lovely summer uniform.Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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Sexy eyebrows (yes, eyebrows)

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    Oh my goodness, how gorgeous are these dramatic eyebrows? When I saw these stunning photos of Oscar de la Renta's recent runway show, my jaw dropped. Makeup artists often insist that eyebrows are the most important part of your look, since they frame your face and can make your eyes look bigger and make your face look younger. Wouldn't you love to recreate these sexy bold brows for a night out?

    Happily, my make-up artist friend Suzy Gerstein shared the two steps to getting the look: "The secret to a gorgeous full brow is to layer products. First, sketch in any sparse areas with hairlike flicks of a brow pencil. Use the skinniest, pointiest pencil you can find, so your drawn-in 'hairs' will look natural. My favorite is the Kevyn Aucoin Precision Brow Pencil. Then layer a powder color over the pencil. Two colors that work well for brows: MAC eye shadow in Brun (for brunettes) and Concrete (for blondes)."

    What do you think, my lovelies? Would you dare? xoxo

    (Photos by Jamie Beck. A similar red lipstick is Rouge Dior in Red Muse)Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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Riding bikes while wearing skirts

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Do or don't: Pale skin this summer

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    As summer approaches, I usually get a little shy about wearing shorts and exposing my so-white-they're-almost-blue legs. When I was in college, I even went fake tanning (yikes!) and slathered on orange self-tanner (not a good look).

    But this summer, I've decided to embrace my pale skin and freckles. We've recently discovered a few great natural, chemical-free sunscreens: Badger, Dr. Robin and the Babo Botanicals stick (which is super easy to apply on babies!), and wear them everyday.

    My darlings, this summer, will you rock the pale look? Would you prefer to get a tan? Have your feelings on tanning changed? What kind of sunscreen do you use? I'd love to hear...

    (Photo by Garance Dore)Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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Tattoo girls

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Salt-Water sandals

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    My darlings, another Motherhood Monday post is coming up (about husbands!), but in the meantime, I wanted to share these sandals for little dudes. Every child in our neighborhood wears Salt-Water sandals, which are adorable, comfy and tough enough for city streets, grass parks, sandy beaches, and, of course, salty water. Toby just got his first little pair, and we're loving them already.

    Mamas, have you ever tried them? What other children's shoes do you swear by? xo

    P.S. Funnily enough, the sandals are also becoming cool for grown-ups. We spotted some chicer-than-chic women wearing them in the Hamptons!
    (Bottom photo by Fashion is Spinach)Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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EmersonMade giveaway!

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    Yahoo, the last EmersonMade giveaway was so well received that we decided to do it again! EmersonMade, the husband-and-wife clothing line based in New Hampshire, is offering a $1000 shopping spree to one lucky winner. They make lovely pieces, including dresses and bags; and their whole countryside life looks so dreamy that it makes me want to move to a farm, wear a flower brooch and raise chickens. Oh, just think how beautiful you'll look all summer. xo

    For a chance to win, visit EmersonMade's shop (and consider signing up for their Facebook and twitter), and leave a comment below telling us your favorite pieces. A winner will be chosen at random tomorrow. Good luck. xo

    Update: Erica M. is our lucky winner. Thanks for playing--and for all the comments!Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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Motherhood Mondays: Has your style changed since having a baby?

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    My lovelies, for today's Motherhood Monday post, let's talk about style. I've always had a pretty low-key look (cardigans, flats), but after Toby arrived, my style became even more relaxed (read: worse!). I didn't have time to do much for my own look, and I sort of forgot about myself in that way. My focus was so much on sweet Toby. But now that Toby's a year old--and we feel much more comfortable and confident as parents--I'm excited to take some time for myself and reestablish my style. Here are the pieces that are getting me started:

    * Red lipstick. Red lips make you feel glamorous and feminine, even when you're driving trucks in the sandbox or changing a diaper.

    * Striped shirts. Along with everyone else in the (blog) world, I adore French-style striped shirts, which make you feel like a modern-day Jean Seberg.

    * Dark jeans. Around a baby, you run a 100% risk of getting covered in banana, yogurt, sand, spit-up, snot, pee, or something strange-smelling and unidentifiable. Dark denim is the way to go! Spills just magically absorb until you have time to do laundry. :)

    * Big bags. Instead of an actual diaper bag, I like carrying big regular bags and throwing everything in. I love this leather bag from Banana Republic. Bonus: It has a magnetic clasp, so it's easy to open and close while juggling a baby.

    * Ring slings. I tried a Sakura Bloom ring sling for the first time recently and fell in love. Not only are they super cozy (Toby sleeps so well in it!) and surprisingly easy to put on, but they look beautiful. Instead of wearing a strappy carrier or pushing around a stroller, you wrap yourself and your baby in silk. It's a fashion statement as much as a baby carrier. Also, don't you love how you can see the shape of their big diaper butts? Heartbreakingly sweet. :)

    So, I'd love to ask: What are your go-to pieces? How would you describe your style? If you're a mother, how has your style changed since having a baby? Do you ever wear your baby in a sling or carrier? xoxo

    P.S. This post is part of the Sakura Bloom Styleathon, hosted by my friend Leigh. Read more here, if you'd like. I'm honored to be a part of it!
    (Striped shirt from Chance; layering tank c/o Lilla P; jeans from Emersonmade; sling c/o Sakura Bloom; sunglasses c/o Selima Optique; heels from Michael Kors; bag from Banana Republic)Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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Do or don't: Bell bottoms

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Lilac polish

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Wayfarer sunglasses

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Garnet Hill, is that you?

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    I've never really shopped at Garnet Hill (have you?), but I stumbled on their site today and was really surprised. How pretty is this trench coat ($138) and blue dot dress ($138)? I'd love to wear both of them on a seaside vacation this summer.

    Update: Garnet Hill just contact me and wants to offer 20% off to all Cup of Jo readers with the code E1W140B until June 17th. Let's go for it! :) Thanks, Garnet Hill!Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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DIY wedding hair: Chestnut bun

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    When I got married, I never would have thought of doing my own wedding hair, but my friend (and hair genius) Caroline swore this beautiful chestnut bun was simple enough for brides to do themselves. So, I invited her to a West Village wedding shop to explain the steps (and play dress up), and the wonderful Jamie Beck took photographs. Doesn't the elegant bun look like something Grace Kelly would wear? Would you wear it?

    Here are Caroline's steps, if you'd like to try it out...
    1. Gather your hair into a high ponytail and secure it with a rubber band. You want the band to be pretty tight (otherwise the sides of the ponytail will droop after you do step three).

    2. Next, slide your rubber band down a little so it's no longer tight against your scalp.

    3. Create a little "hole" in the loosened part of your hair (between your scalp and the rubber band).

    4. Pull your ponytail through the hole you just created.

    5. Note: Be sure to pull the ponytail UP through the hole (instead of DOWN through the hole, like the topsy-tail we used to do in the 80s:)

    6. Pull the ponytail all the way through so it hangs over the top of the rubber band. You may have to fan out the ponytail a little to create an even shape.

    7. Next, loop the end of the ponytail under, towards the rubber band. If your hair is super long, you may have to wrap the ends of the ponytail around your hand a few times before you tuck it under. (I did!)

    8. Pin the ends that you just tucked using a few bobby pins. Make sure it's pinned very securely. Then keep pinning the sides and bottom of the bun until it feels secure. You can spray with hairspray for extra hold, and feel free to bring some extra bobby pins for touch-ups throughout the night.
    Voila, that's it! What do you think, my dears? Would you do your own wedding hair? Isn't this surprisingly simple? xo Thank you, Jamie and Caroline! And most of all, congratulations to all you brides-to-be out there!
    P.S. More hair tutorials...

    (Photos by Jamie Beck for Cup of Jo. In the step-by-step photos, Caroline is wearing an Eberjey robe. In the wedding photos, Caroline's adorable wedding dress is by Ivy & Aster from Lovely, a bridal boutique in the West Village. Her jewelry is from her own line, Brvtvs, and her red lipstick is Rouge Dior Lipcolor in Red Muse.)Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/fashion
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