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Vanity Fair Attempts Recession-Proofing of Socialites, Makes Mockery Of Itself

socialite Vanity Fair attempts to frame socialites in the context of the recession. An epic fail of journalism inspires a hilarious critique of Fortune’s Children.

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Style Shiznat

Flower Child Street Style

mimi2 A vintage romper paired with a straw hat makes for a sunny summer outfit. Seventies flower child street style in NYC’s East Village.

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Diy

Ridiculously Fun Party, Ridiculously Fun Outfit

momralph1 A long floral vintage Ralph Lauren dress gets shortened into a cocktail dress and paired with black boots. Summer style goes badass.

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Retail Fare

Save Your Soles From Urban Heat

smartflop Save your soles from the urban heat with flat sandals that protect you from subway grime and other NYC ickiness. For NYC transit, flip flops are ill-advised.

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The Soapbox

A Low Blow To High Fashion

3509084984_c725590546 You know high fashion is suffering from the recession when Anna Wintour has to walk to work. See the Vogue editor in a rare moment of reality.

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Oy Vey

The Mindless Shitshow That Is The Fashion Show

the_fashion_show Bravo TV substitutes competition for content with The Fashion Show. A piss poor interpretation of Project Runway, featuring Isaac Mizrahi at his most obnoxious.

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Resale

Newbie Shops Resale, Snags Melissa Wedges

readershoe A second hand shopping newbie hits Buffalo Exchange, and snags barely-worn patent leather Melissa wedge sandals for less.

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Style Shiznat

Beach Coverup/Dress, Courtesy Buff Ex

buffexwht Take a transparent tunic from beach coverup to dress with tights and other cold-weather accessories. One top, two looks.

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Retail Fare

Killer Boots, Courtesy Burlington Coat Factory

bcfboot Killer Etienne Aigner tall flat back boots found on Burlington Coat Factory’s clearance rack. Well-made and waterproof – loves it!

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The Soapbox

Mrs. O’s No Jackie O… And That’s Not A Bad Thing

michelle_obama_screaming2 Comparing Michelle Obama to Jackie O is an insult. Michelle Obama is worth more than the sum of her designer clothes. Let’s not take her for granted.

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Diy

Forever 21 Dress Makeover

f21omg An erroneously purchased Forever 21 dress gets a makeover. Scissors work their magic on a muumuu.

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The Soapbox

What Not to Wear Bad for Budget, Self-Esteem

what-not-to-wear TV hacks like Stacy London like us to feel poorly dressed so we’ll spend more money on clothes. A Conde Nast pedigree is not to be trusted.

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