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Sexy - But Not Skimpy - Swimsuits

OK, can we be real here for just a minute? The media is awash in images of beachside beauties in barely-there bathing suits. But that doesn't mean we can't look sexy in something a little less revealing. There are loads of incredible sexy - but not skimpy swimsuits out there. Not exactly modest, but also not something that's gonna reveal parts of ourselves we'd rather keep...private. And anyway, sometimes the sexiest swimsuits are the ones that leave a little something to the imagination...

Women's Luxe by Lisa Vogel High Tea Draped Tankini Top

Juicy Couture Color Bloom Ruffle Swimdress Women's Swimwear Set

 

 Miraclesuit 'Hi Def - Regatta' One Piece

Christian Louboutin Flats

There is all kinds of fuss over Christian Louboutin high heels - and for good reason (they are a-ma-zing). But Christian Louboutin also makes flats - and they're pretty beautiful, too.

 

The Christian Louboutin Rosella Glittered Ballerina ($475) is a little bit dazzling, a little bit dressy and a whole lot of amazing.

 

Just like their high-helled brethren, the Christian Louboutin Kobe Patent Leather Flats ($595) are fabulous - only...flatter.

 

The Christian Louboutin Corta Mia Specchio Ballerina Flat ($695), a sassy little suede-on-metallic slingback, is its own kind of eye-catching, even without a 5 inch heel.

 

 

Sparkly Dresses For New Years Eve

 Halston Heritage Jeweled Jersey Cocktail Dress

 

Whatever your personal style, you have to admit that New Year's Eve is the time to shine. These sequined party dresses are the perfect way to bling in the New Year.

 BCBG MAXAZRIA Sequined Cocktail Dress

 
BCBG MAXAZRIA is one of my favorites - and I know I'm not alone. Fun and sophisticated and just a little daring, if you're looking for the perfect party dress, you'd best look here.

 David Meister One-Shoulder Sequined Dress

Glamour and sophistication. These days, one can't use those words to describe fashion, without talking about David Meister. One-shouldered, multicolor sequins - and now on sale! Happy New Year, indeed.

Christmas Stockings: Holiday Lingerie

This Christmas, are you more interested in being naughty than nice? Are you itching for Santa to slip a little something in your stocking? Wanna skip the mistlestow? This holiday lingerie is sure to roast his chestnuts. Well...so to speak.

 

No matter how you want to play it - sweet or sassy - there is holiday lingerie for everyone, in every size, to suit every style. For girls who want to go all out, choose a hot holiday costume.  Looking for something a little more practical? Something that will ring his sleigh bells, long after the Christmas season comes to an end? This La Perla bra and panty set is sexy - and something you can wear all year long.

La Perla Have It Bra and Panty Set

If that isn't practical enough, Hanky Panky thong underwear is available in a holiday 3-pack. Available in wear year-round colors, this is one package of underwear you'll be glad to get for Christmas.

 

Hanky Panky Signature Lace Holiday 3-Pack Low Rise Thong Underwear

But as much as I love the Hanky Panky Holiday 3-pack, I can't get over the cuteness of this Hanky Panky Star Box Original Rise Thong. It's a gift ornament for the tree! Ah, holiday lingerie. Oh, what fun it is to...well...you get the idea.

 

Hanky Panky Star Box Original Rise Thong

What to Wear This Winter: Wedge Boots

Alberto Fermani Distressed Wedge Boot

One of the best things about the cool-weather seasons is boots boots boots! These wedge boots for winter are some of my favorites this season.

Sam Edelman 'Zain' Wedge Boot

Sam Edelman wedge boots are many, and they are beautiful. These Sam Edelman 'Zain' Wedge Boots are my favorite of the bunch. The elongated cuff, chunky zipper, curved wedge and black suede all add up to one thing = fabulous.

Diane von Furstenberg Marvel Suede Wedge Boot

Want something tall and dramatic? Then there's no beating this Diane von Furstenberg Marvel Suede Wedge Boot. Black suede, platform sole, wedge boot deliciousness.

Hunter "Andora" Wedge Rain Boots

With all that suede, what will we wear during winter rain storms? Naturally, one of the most perfect wedge boots for winter are Hunter rain boots, of course! These Hunter "Andora" Wedge Rubber Boots are such a purple, fashionable, wedge boot dream, you'll want to wear them rain - or shine!

 

 

Best Dressed: The Little Black Dress for the Holidays

 

Jones New York V-Neck Sleeveless Black Dress

There are certain necessities in life: air, food, shelter, water...and a little black dress.

With the holidays ahead of us, it's time to start thinking about party dresses for the holidays. A little black dress is the perfect solution: always fashionable, always appropriate - and always a classic so you can wear it long after the New Years Eve ball falls.

 

 

Snuggle Up: Fur Vests

Catherine Malandrino Fur Vest

Brrr! It's getting chilly. Looking for stylish ways to warm up? Fur vests are your friend!

 

Bloomingdales has a nice selection of fur vests, but so does beso. These are some of my favorites:

Women's Rachel Roy Signature Reversible Fur Vest

 
 Brown suede reverses to luxe sherling in the Rachel Roy Signature Reversible Fur Vest.

 

Parker Fur Vest - Brown

 

The Parker fur vest is luxurious rabbit fur in a brown color and Bohemian style.

 

Pink Tartan Mongolian Lamb Fur Vest - Grey

 

 

 

 This fun gray Pink Tartan Mongolian Lamb fur vest is dyed lamb fur with hook-and-eye closure.

 

 Adrienne Landau Knit Fur Vest

 
 
 This sumptious Adrienne Landau Knit fur vest is fox and rabbit fur dyed black and knitted together. Funnel collar, hook-and-eye closure.

But, then again, if you're looking for something furry to snuggle up with and keep you warm, the first place I recommend you look is the ASPCA...

 

Top This: Lace Tops

Evening wardrobe causing you ennui? Get lacey, lady! Lace tops are totally hot this season and they're a lovely way to go from day to night.

Stella McCartney lace tops like the one, below, look beautiful under a suit jacket, and artfully alluring when the jacket comes off at happy hour.

Women's Stella McCartney Lace Peplum Top

 

Doing a little dinner and girls night out? Victoria's Secret has a full line of flirty lace tops that are perfect for your more risque rabble rousing.

Victoria's Secret Very Sexy Off-the-Shoulder Lacy Top

 

Whichever type of lace top you choose: something like a sophisticated Stella McCartney lace top, or a sexy, slinky Victoria's Secret lace top, be sure you stock up on several styles this season.

 

 

For The Win! Pour la Victoire Shoes

 

Pour la Victoire Over the Knee Boot

 

I bought my first pair of Pour la Victoire shoes last year. Now I'm hooked.

 

Sassy and classy, simultaneously traditional - and cutting edge - Pour la Victoire shoes will look just as good this season as they will the next...and the next...and the next.

 

My current obsession is Pour la Victoire riding boots.

 

Pour la Victoire Over-The-Knee Flat Belted Boot

 
Pour la Victoire riding boots aren't cheap - but they aren't common, either. The quality is outstanding, and it's obvious in every pair that the wearer is rockin' something really special.

 

Looks like shopping for Pour la Victoire shoes has become my annual tradition. Viva la Victoire!

Stylish Celebrations: Tart Dresses

 

Tart Chloe Dress

 

The year has totally flown by, and now here we are - staring down the barrel of the end of 2010. If that isn't disconcerting enough, we have all those holiday parties to think about. Whatever will we wear?! Well, I'll tell you: Tart dresses.

 

Don't we have enough to think about? What with Halloween parties, Thanksgiving, and buying white elephant gifts for office holiday parties...

 

Tart dresses are stylish showstoppers. They're unique dresses: you won't have to worry about somebody else showing up to your party wearing the same thing. They're always sexy and feminine. And they're comfortable, too.

 

So, now that you know what unique dresses to wear to all those winter galas, I guess you can get back to figuring out how the year can already be over...