1:10 pm, May 2, 2012
With the spring wedding season underway, brides are heading to their final gown fittings—but it’s Mom who's usually the last member of the bridal party to outfit herself for the big day. Although buying off the rack is an option, working directly with a designer gives women the chance to have a one-of-a-kind garment fit just for them, as well as...
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1:05 pm, Apr 26, 2012
Look around you. There is probably something nearby that Renaissance inventor Leonardo DaVinci helped create—or inspired. I knew that he was a pretty bright guy, but it wasn't until I visited The DaVinci Machines Exhibition at the Denver Pavilions (through September) that I fully understood what this one person had done for the...
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10:45 am, Apr 13, 2012
Maybe it's the improving economy or simply the area's charm, but it seems that Cherry Creek North landlords are finally filling in their empty storefronts with new shops, salons, and restaurants. The Third Avenue block between St. Paul and Milwaukee is bustling with recent openings (like Mariel and J. Gilbert Footwear), but I'm most excited about...
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1:18 pm, Apr 11, 2012
I'll be the first to admit that I am no connoisseur of experimental film. I think the furthest I've delved into the area is the comparably mainstream Qatsi trilogy by Godfrey Reggio. That being noted, I showed up at University of Denver’s Lindsay Auditorium recently for the Free Form Film Festival with an open mind—and was...
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4:15 pm, Apr 4, 2012
New contemporary women’s line Wai Ming (“Gift of Light” in Chinese) is launching at Alicia the Boutique this month. Designed by Emily Brady Koplar, an alum of both Vivienne Tam and Ralph Lauren, the collection’s feminine looks (pictured) are crafted with luxurious fabrics from Italy, Japan, and China, and are designed to be functional for the...
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4:00 pm, Apr 4, 2012
Catwalks and denim aren't the only things sporting botanical themes this season; beauty companies have also picked up on the floral trend. Featured in everything from single-note fragrances to special packaging to bright pink and red shades for lips, cheeks, and nails, these cheerful garden varieties are making spring a very feminine season. So,...
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3:15 pm, Apr 4, 2012
Spring has finally sprung, and that means it’s time to get your warm weather wardrobe out of storage and pack up those winter duds! For those of you not already switching out your closets, now is a good time to start; it’s easier to dress yourself when the right season’s garments are in front of you. And because caring for your clothes goes a long...
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3:00 pm, Apr 4, 2012
Bold botanicals are one of the biggest fashion trends this season. From tropical flowers in citrus hues and brilliant pinks, reds, and greens (check out the Proenza Schouler and Altuzarra runways) to the digitally manipulated versions at Prabal Gurung and the photographic Dries Van Noten dress on this month’s fashion page, floral patterns...
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9:37 am, Mar 26, 2012
As a woman, cufflinks aren't something I think about. Honestly, they seem unecessary; buttons were invented for a reason. But a few weeks ago, I found myself searching around Etsy (read: procrastinating), and I stumbled upon a charming take on the traditional male accessory.Denver-based Ryan Young (aka the Crimson King) is a former graphic...
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12:55 pm, Mar 7, 2012
With the upcoming opening of Yves Saint Laurent: The Retrospective at the Denver Art Museum (mark Sunday, March 25 on your calendars), it seems this city just can’t get enough YSL. For those looking to grab a modern piece of the house’s history (current designer Stefano Pilati ended his tenure at YSL with the Fall 2012 collection), visit Max in...
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3:15 pm, Mar 6, 2012
The humble anorak has become this season’s must-have piece, as designers sent out streamlined, high-fashion twists on this classic outerwear. To keep it looking modern and on-trend, pick a version in neutral with the hemline hovering just above the knees (à la Rebecca Taylor and Tess Giberson). Our favorite anorak spotting in town?...
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12:45 pm, Mar 5, 2012
With the start of the spring social season and parties galore on the horizon, we thought it was time to share our favorite shapewear pieces to help ease that transition from cozy sweaters to flirty frocks. Although it's a wardrobe staple for plenty of women—even those matchstick-thin actresses on the red carpet—all shapewear is not created equal....
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12:45 pm, Mar 2, 2012
We shouldn't have to say it at this point, but here it is again for you stubborn types already dreaming about sunning yourselves on the first warm spring day: Overexposure to UV rays is a recipe for premature aging and skin cancer. To stop the damage (hey, we're not immune to the lure of a sunny day), our latest secret weapon is Elite Therapeutics...
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3:30 pm, Mar 1, 2012
When it comes to accessories, I'm a self-confessed shoe addict, but even a sole girl craves a handsome, functional handbag. So for spring, we’re going for a look that features a clean silhouette with minimal hardware and no discernible logo (ladies, we’re not luxury-brand billboards). Put all of these elements together, and it adds up to a stylish...
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11:00 am, Feb 22, 2012
My love affair with Yves Saint Laurent began in high school. While shopping at the Denver Design District with my mother, I became smitten with a pair of high-waisted, beige sailor pants, and a red wool dress with three-quarter sleeve and flounced hem—both of which I own to this day.YSL inspired legions of fashionistas like myself, and his legacy...
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