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How to Make an Outfit That Works

Posted on December 7, 2010

In the same straight-talking style that has made TLC’s What Not to Wear a smash hit for eight seasons, Clinton Kelly shows women how to outfit themselves with confidence and style. From his book Oh No She Didn’t: The Top 100 Style Mistakes Women Make and How to Avoid Them.

6 Style “Don’ts” and How to Fix Them

Posted on December 2, 2010

Clinton Kelly, the cheeky cohost of TLC’s popular show What Not to Wear, offers detailed and entertaining critiques of six of women’s top style mistakes and practical suggestions for fixing them. From his book Oh No She Didn’t, a delightful mix of hilarious dish and expert fashion advice

How to Roll a Perfect Pastry Crust

Posted on November 16, 2010

The perfect pastry crust is the key to a divine pie. It all comes down to how you roll — the dough, that is. To perfect your technique, follow these rolling tips from Shirley Corriher, author of BakeWise: The Hows and Whys of Successful Baking with Over 200 Magnificent Recipes.

How to Become an Unclutterer

Posted on October 26, 2010

Scribbling “Be more organized” on a list of New Year’s resolutions doesn’t take much effort, but actually becoming an unclutterer requires change. Erin Rooney Doland, author of Unclutter Your Life in One Week, can help.

5 Top Fashion Mistakes Women Make and How to Avoid Them

Posted on October 19, 2010

How NOT to dress. Clinton Kelly, cohost of TLC’s popular show What Not to Wear and author of Oh No She Didn’t, pokes fun at five common fashion and style “don’ts” and, because he loves you, presents easy alternatives. From his book Oh No She Didn’t: The Top 100 Style Mistakes Women Make and How to Avoid Them.

Shoes Always Set the Tone for an Outfit

Posted on October 19, 2010

Clinton Kelly, cohost of TLC’s popular show What Not to Wear and author of Oh No She Didn’t, explains this fashion truth and offers advice on shoe repair, commuter shoes, and more.

How to Fake a Pair of Louboutins: Inexpensive Fashion Tips

Posted on October 12, 2010

Style secrets for looking fabulous without spending a lot of money, from J. Alexander, America’s Next Top Model judge and author of Follow the Model: Miss J’s Guide to Unleashing Presence, Poise, and Power

How to Get the Right Look for Your Lips

Posted on October 6, 2010

Six simple steps for picking the best shade for your lips and making the color last, from makeup guru Laura Mercier, author of The New Beauty Secrets.

Behind the Scenes of Project Runway With Tim Gunn

Posted on September 16, 2010
Tim Gunn

Playing it safe is never really safe, says Tim Gunn, cohost of Project Runway and author of Gunn’s Golden Rules. Risk taking in fashion is fun, and risk taking in our careers is essential. Here he describes how he took a chance and became involved with the now-successful TV show Project Runway.

Why, When It Comes to Fashion, Comfort Is Overrated

Posted on September 16, 2010

Sure, oversize T-shirts feel soft on your body, says Tim Gunn, co-host of Project Runway and author of Gunn’s Golden Rules. But you know what’s genuinely comfortable? Being dressed appropriately for your surroundings.