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by Renae Virata |It’s the Year of the Snake…according to the Chinese Lunar Calendar! To properly celebrate, whether it is a part of your culture or not, make a statement in red, the color of good luck in Chinese culture.

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by Renae Virata | Looks like New Orleans is going to have a busy February this year!  With Super Bowl taking place February 3rd and Mardi Gras to follow February 12th, it’s going to be par-tay time in The Big Easy! Read the rest of this entry »

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by Renae Virata | You wouldn’t believe it unless you saw it, but the mountains along the Blue Ridge Parkway really look – blue! I was lucky to make this trip (for work, no less!) for a stretch a few years back. Definitely a wonderful break in between meetings.  (Read below to know why they’re so blue.)  Higher elevations mean it can get somewhat cool, so, again, layers work best.  Have some fun with your pics and do a blue-themed wardrobe.  And make sure you’re comfortable if you decide to do a mini-hike to scope out some nature.

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A splash of blue hints at the day. Click image to see this complete look from the Gap.

by Renae Virata | This Memorial Day, it’s all about mixing it up.  Don’t be afraid to look like a patriot. Splashes of red or navy as well as different red, white and blue theme variations will help you keep in theme without going overboard. Read the rest of this entry »

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Are you ready for some football?!  It’s that time of year, once again, to gather ’round the tube with your favorite sports fans to watch the Giants versus the Pats.  But even if your team isn’t battling it out on the field, you can still look your best wherever you watch the game.

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by Renae Virata

The holidays are over, but it’s still winter, right?  If you are lucky enough to squeeze in a couple more good ski trips in through March, then good for you!  I got some great insight from John Gates over at the fabulous European-based ski-wear boutique Jet Set for trends and tips on what to wear in the ever-popular snow sport destination, Aspen, Colorado. Thanks for the great advice, John! Read the rest of this entry »

Gisele in Boston

by Renae Virata

Boston is one of the smallest big towns in America.  That’s how one Travelista I talked to described the city after having moved there from Texas a few years ago.  “With schools like Harvard, Tufts, Boston College, and Boston U [among 50 other schools] within miles of each other, the city definitely has that casual college vibe,” says Jen, a transplant from Texas who’s enjoyed the charm that the city offers. “Plus, you walk, cab it or take the T everywhere, so it’s important to be comfortable.” Read the rest of this entry »

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by Laura Milligan

New York City is a mecca for ambitious business professionals, impassioned creatives, families, immigrants, and anyone inspired to live life at a pulsing rate. It’s like society on steroids: you live your whole life in public, maybe because your apartment’s a shoebox, or maybe because you actually like being around other people. Forget the stereotype: New Yorkers may be practical and straightforward, but they love being around one another, no matter how much they smirk. It’s an invigorating city to visit, whether you’re into the arts, food, fashion, architecture, history, media, parks and rec, business and industry, or just learning more about new cultures. People who live in New York are from all kinds of backgrounds, ethnically and geographically, and the style reflects that. Anything goes, and you should too. Read the rest of this entry »

East Coast-style by Gabrielle Union. Photo credit: FabSugar.com

by Halee Watel

After what seems like an eternity of slaving over tests, papers and then finals, graduation can seem like a relief to most. But the stress is not over—the question still remains. What to wear? Read the rest of this entry »