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Bette Midler Auctions Costumes & Gowns The celebrity auction house, Julien’s Auctions of Beverly Hills has announced that Bette Midler has put up a large cache of costumes and gowns dating back...

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Fun Fact Friday: Which Designer Has a Ph.D in Political Science?

This designer was born in Italy, took over the family’s company in 1971 after her grandfather started the company, and graduated from the University of Milan with a Ph.D. in Political Science.  Who is...

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Which First Lady is America’s Fashion Icon?

Ever since she came into the limelight as the first lady, she’s been a style icon who women have tried to imitate over the years. Who is she? Jackie Kennedy has had such a strong impact on the world...

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Fashion Fact Friday – Trench Coat Edition

A trench coat is a water proof rain jacket usually made out of leather, heavy duty cotton gabardine drill or poplin. The jacket usually goes down to the knees or mid-calf. It was originally meant for...

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Fashion Fact Friday: Runway Edition

In 2011, at this designer’s runway show, the front row benches collapsed, causing everyone  to stand during the show.  Luckily for him, the show did not let down any expectations. Now, who is this...

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Fashion Fact Friday: Pleat Style

  Pleats are very recognizable in all types of fashion.  Something I am sure not many people are aware of is the fact that there are multiple types of pleats. Even though there are several types of...

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Fashion Fact Friday: Hats

“Whatever is worn on the head is a sign of the mind beneath it.”—Alison Lurie, The Language of Clothes. For women in the 18th century, the hat was an icon of wealth. The begere, or ‘Shepherdess Hat’,...

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Fashion Fact Friday: Eyelet Dresses

One of the biggest on going trends, especially around summer time is the eyelet dress.  It is so simple and yet adds so much to a dress.  But have you ever wondered where the idea of eyelet comes from...

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BackInStyle.com is Being Featured in Pantone’s Book!

For the past 40 years, Pantone has been looked at as the Color Bible.  Companies like Apple, Nike, Pottery Barn, Kitchen Aid and J.Crew all rely heavily on the color prophecies made by Pantone. Every...

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Looking Cool with Michael Kors

The big thing this summer has been these woven beach bags, I see them every where from high end designers like Michael Kors or lower end Target bags, everyone has them! If you were a little late to...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: The Origin of Lining

Have you ever been putting on a dress or a coat and wonder why the inside of it is called lining? Well you are about to find out! The word lining originally came form the word linen because the inside...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: The History of the Polka Dot

The Polka Dot is a fun and iconic pattern with a rich fashion history. This classic pattern first became popular when Miss America was photographed in a polka dot swimsuit in 1926. Miss America in a...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: The Blue Jean

We all have that go-to pair of jeans in our closet. Jeans are such a versatile part of the modern woman’s closet, able to be easily dressed up or down for a variety of occasions. But where did these...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: High Heels

Do you know about the origins of your favorite shoe? The High Heel wasn’t always just for women. In fact, high heels were originally worn by both men and women. The lengthened heel gave men more...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: The Most Famous (and Expensive) Pair of Shoes

MGM’s The Wizard of Oz is arguably one of the best American films ever made. But, did you know that the iconic ruby slippers that Dorothy wears are among the most famous and expensive shoes in the...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: Chanel Costume Jewelry

With Halloween just around the corner, many vintage fashionistas may be on the lookout for costume jewelry to jazz up their costumes or even just add a little flair to everyday outfits. Did you know...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: Think Pink?

Vintage 1970s Lilly Pullitzer Pink & White Squirrel Shift Dress Did you know pink hasn’t always been a stereotypically “feminine” color? The pink is for girls, and blue for boys mindset is a...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: Haute Hats

Kate Middleton sporting one of her many hats Our British friends can teach us a thing or two about style. For instance, hats are a chic way to make a fashion statement. But where did this tradition...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: Leg warmers

While we now know how to dress for the decade, why were fashionistas of the 1980s so obsessed with leg warmers? These comfortable accessories weren’t the most practical fashion statement, but they...

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Fun Fashion Fact Friday: Black Friday

Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends, enjoy each other’s company, and some delicious turkey. The day after Thanksgiving is a whole other story. The Friday after Thanksgiving, coined...

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