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Year of The Dragon

Happy Year of the Dragon!  With the arrival of the Lunar New Year, the Chinese zodiac turns its sights to the the Dragon.  Of all 12 signs in the zodiac, the dragon is thought to be the most auspicious and powerful of them all – and typically associated with prosperty.  Because this year is the year of the water dragon, which only occurs once every 60 years, it’s considered even more auspicious than ever.

Happy Chinese New Years from Know Boutique!

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Alex and Chloe / SALE

That's so New York - Thanks to the wonderful invention that is email and "subscribe" options on various online-stores, this afternoon I received an email from Alex and Chloe which bombarded me with various discounts across the Alex and Chloe store. Brands which have happily slipped themselves into the sale include the likes of Cheap MondayObesity and Speed and The Local Firm, followed by a selection of own-label items from Alex and Chloe; including a series of items from my favorite collection

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Hey, Full Skirt Team!

Hey, you, full skirt team! Here are some celebrity dresses for you to draw inspiration from:

Do wear a full skirt that’s the perfect length

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Michelle Obama is a huge fan of the full-skirted silhouette, and she wears it in everything from dresses clothing (like the green print dress, pictured) to separates. The First Lady favors a very flattering length for her height -- just below the knee -- and it looks fantastic on her. Fuller skirts look best when worn with a hem that ends at a slimmer part o

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2012 Liancarlo Spring bridal collection has brought us a lot of gorgeous wedding dresses gowns. Here I picked some from the collection. Now, let’s have a look.

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This strapless ball gown has embroidered bodice and satin ribbon sash in platinum.

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The sweetheart drop torso gown has a silk organza and tulle feathered skirt, shown with crystal/pearl art deco belt.

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The white tulle strapless gown has crystal beaded organza embroidery on it, shown skinny crystal/pearl jewel belt on satin ribbon sash in plati
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Apart from famous Japanese school uniforms, there are still so many uniform cosplay costumes to choose from. Some other uniform costumes such as maid uniforms, police costumes even priest costumes are good options for you uniform costume players. Why not add some spice to your daily life with these uniform costumes?

Long sleeve jacket or blouse and pleated skirt (sometimes plaid skirt) is the signature of Japanese uniform. This is youthful costume sailor suit uniform, including long sleeve blouse
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New Trend on the Red Carpet - Leather Dress

Is there any new trend on the red carpet? Celebrity dresses always tell us the trend. That is leather dress many stars wearing on the red carpet. Now, let’s have a look.

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Even though it’s summer season, celebrities have been favoring the trend that’s just as sizzling as the weather. It will be a trend in autumn/winter season. Topically leather dresses have been worn by celebrities in basic black. This time fiery shades of red, orange and burgundy have joined the roster. Kristen Stewart kicked off
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Kim Kardashian has confirmed that designer Vera Wang will be designing her wedding gown for her big day. So, what will her gown look like? Maybe we can get some clues from Vera Wang Spring 2012 Collection in New York Bridal Week. Finally, here come the colored gowns, which is a bridal trend.

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It’s my favorite. It’s an otherworldly pale green of this strapless mermaid gown. From the vertical sash-bow to the layers of looped petal detail, what's not to love?

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Featuring standout vertical bow and grace
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All Stunning Dresses on Kim Kardashian's Wedding

Why these days Kim Kardashian became the focus of the public? Yes, we all know that was because she got married this month. Besides the royal wedding of Kate and Prince Williams, it is the wedding of the year.

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All romantic details include 3 stunning Vera Wang gowns and a $15,000 wedding cake! Kim in tears after Kris’ touching promise. It was an intimate affair, with only close family and friends in attendance. Now let’s just check out these fantastic wedding dress.20110826a-2.jpgFist we see this, the tulle skir
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Almost every girl grows up longing to wear like a princess one day. Finally, it comes true on her big day when she can choose a fairytale wedding dress with winter wonderland twist and feel like a princess. Winter is the best time of the year choosing a fairytale wedding gown. Here are 3 kinds of dresses for you to choose from.


Disney Princess

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Consider Cinderella and Snow White for this type of fairytale wedding dress. This famous fairy tale comes alive with a classic ballgown of tulle and glitter
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Kim Kardashian have confirmed that designer Vera Wang will be designing her wedding gown for her big day. So, what will her gown look like? Maybe we can get some clues from Vera Wang Spring 2012 Collection in New York Bridal Week.Firstly, let’s see the white ball gown wedding dresses.

"An ode to the Paris Opera: Degas... young dancers floating about the stage! Artful and adorable!" said Vera Wang of her theatrical and fabulous new wedding dresses. It’s voluminous built-up ballerina ball gown, pai
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Some Blush Touch in Your Wardrobe


Blush is a color warmer than cream and ivory. With a soft rosy hue that flatters just about every skin tone, blush is the perfect shade for wedding dresses gowns on your big day, bridesmaid dresses or even just decent wedding party dresses. Rosy your wardrobe with these 5 Gorgeous dresses in sugary ice-cream hues.

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Black lace with nude is a match made in heaven, and this sweet shift dress has just more than a touch of French boudoir chic to it. Perfect for a Gallic affair. Now, let’s book the Euro
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5 Fabulous Hairstyles for You to DIY

Choosing a perfect hairstyle is a task you need to finish before your big day. You can ask your hair stylist for help, or you can do it yourself. Here are 5 fabulous yet simple hairstyles you can DIY. Just consider the one suit to your wedding gown.

High Twist

Thick bangs add a touch of modernity to a classic twist.

High Crown

Perfect for short- and long-haired brides alike, this hairstyle always looks polished.

Loose Curls

Polished bangs with these loose curls are a great juxtaposition of messy and n
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Cheap Monday; 'Cheap Date' (Re-Blogged)

That's So New YorkI have Susie Bubble (Susanna Lau) of Style Bubble to thank for this post, primarily due to the fact that the majority of you may recall Susie sharing a post titled Cheap Date earlier this week; that of which presented an interview which Susie held with Cheap Monday's Creative Director, Ann Sofie-Back and Orjan Andersson, where she questioned the aesthetic behind their Spring/Summer 2012 show/collection (don't worry, I haven't completely forgotten Fall/Winter 2011; rest assur

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In my bio, I explain that I was once a template designer. Well i've been think'n, and I decided that instead of letting all those hours, of staring at line after line of different versions of markup languages, go to waste, I would just create beautiful templates for you guys and let you give others blog envy! lol So here are some I was working on over the weekend:




I will continue to add new templates as I finish them. I am curr
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2011 Autumn Must-have: Collaged Items (1)

It was a season of the mash-up. This autumn, the runway trend will hit the street. Naturally, the fearless Anna Dello Russo was its earliest adopter. Here’re some top picks from the runways for you to invest in from the clothing stores.

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Mary Katrantzon added three-dimensional flair to a lampshade skirt with appliquéd flower buds.

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Givenchy showed us a all black collaged outfit with different black materials. Glossy bomber jacket and hat adds a future twist to the outfit.

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Rodarte’s dress was made of
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It’s the 20th wedding anniversary for you and him. You are wondering what wedding dress to wear in your big day? Infact, you may draw inspiration from Kris and Bruce Jenner’s wedding anniversary. After 20 years of marriage, they decided to celebrate their love with a lavish, televised vow renewal ceremony.

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The couple wore classic attire in monochromatic palette. Bruce and Kris donned white outfits and accessorized with black. The flower wreaths look great.

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The ceremony took place on a hilltop. And
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Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge attended Zara Phillips’ wedding with Prince William. What did she wear in that ceremony? Let's draw inspiration from her wedding party apparel and be a well-dressed party guest, showing our flattering figure without stealing the bride’s show.

It’s an ecru or bone color brocade coat. It’s elegant and flattered Kate’s slim and slender figure with outshining Zara Phillips. A tonal hat, clutch and nude heels completed her look.It’s said Kate donned the same coat a
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Women are big shoppers for quality shawls, evening shawls that will make us feel beautiful elegant & stylish. Internet shawls & wraps shopping from the comfort of our homes is what we women want.

 

Yours Elegantly Fashion Shawls are creating a buzz in the fashion industry. An online quality shawls site understands latest shawl / evening shawl fashion trends & endeavors to provide a wide range of quality shawls for all seasons. There are an array of seasonal shawls in pastel and vibrant seasonal co

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Goodbye to bulky gowns, hello to sweet shorties. Short length suits hot summer most. It’s the best time of the year wearing short wedding dress, or at least choosing a short wedding dress for the summer wedding reception. Here are some sweet and stylish looks for you.

Elegant yet sexy, this silk taffeta strapless gown has draped bust and vertically seamed bodice with tulle hem. It’s a simply shimmery vintage wedding dress.

This short dress is made of English net with lace layered over a satin and
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