SHOP: 4th of July

So normally we would advise against gimicky holiday attire, but this 4th of JULY there are some FRESH and WEARABLE pieces out there.  Shop the WILDFOX Seeing Stars Loose Knit at PLANET BLUE, or pick up a patriotic tank at URBAN OUTFITTERS and XXI. And don’t even get us started on these killer JEFFREY CAMPBELL Lita’s at LF, they are so hot.  However you end up celebrating the holiday, make sure you do it with CONFIDENCE and STYLE!

TREND ALERT: Tie-Fronts & Knots

Want to know a simple and cost-free way to SPICE up your wardrobe this summer?  This trend is red-hot and in stores everywhere!  Learn how to LAYER up your wardrobe by following these steps:

Step 1: Find slouchy GRAPHIC T or BUTTON-DOWN.  Step 2: LAYER it over your favorite summer DRESSES, TOPS, and MAXI SKIRTS.  Mix & Match is encouraged.  Step 3:  Tie up the bottom edges of your button-down, or start tying knots in your T-SHIRT anywhere they seem fit.  Step 4: Throw on some new jewelry, scarf or a lightweight sweater for the desired LAYERED look!

COLOR REPORT: Colors We Crave

SHOP: Holiday Cheer

With the Holidays days away, we want you gearing up in style for all your festivities! Spread that Holiday Cheer in your new Gear…and party with friends & family.

All sweaters available at Urban Outfitters.

SHOP: Gift Guide

Haven’t figured out what to get your man this holiday season?! Well here’s our helpful guide to get the men in your life an awesome present!

1. Nordic scarf at ZARA 2. Velvet Blazer for all the holiday parties at Express 3. Urban Outfitters has a wide range of gifts for guys 4. Plaid pajama pants at GAP 5, Every guy needs a great pair of classic Levi’s from Ron Herman 6. Puffer vest at ZARA 7. Plaid flannel hoodie at H&M 8. Shawl collar sweater by Shades of Grey at Macy’s (girls, you can steal this from them too!) 9. Supra high top sneakers at LIVE! On Sunset (save 15% off with your LLSLA VIP CARD) 10. Star Wars sweater at H&M (he will love this…trust us!!!)

COLOR REPORT: Grey

Grey is the dominate “new neutral” color this Fall and moving into Spring ’11. We have spotted some must have items all over town in this hue and just can’t get enough of it! From cable knits and fur to velvet and suede it’s EVERYWHERE!

Clockwise: Stella McCartney Fall ’10; Marc Jacobs Fall ’10; Stylein oversized cardigan at LIVE! On Sunset; Stine braided cable sweater at Urban Outfitters;  Club Monaco velvet blazer; Marc by Marc Jacobs fur purse; Elizabeth & James knit sequin top; Burberry knit beanie; Alexander Wang knit poncho; Jeffrey Campbell oxford shoe.

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HOT HOT HOT: Skirts

SKIRTS are making a comeback in all possible lengths, both long and mid calf form.

Clockwise: Urban Outfitters; Forever 21; Mannequin from Galeries Lafayette; Mango