Lip Service: #HRCG Spring Pop Up Shop

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  5-25-13 | HRCG's Pop-Up Shop | Spin (259 Peters St. Atlanta, GA)     "I never really went to any concerts that I wasn't in" - Slick Rick It's Like that Sometimes... Unpolished & Unapologetic series...This phrase comes from being stuck in a particular space of not really caring what society thinks. It's the difficult times and negative situations a person overcomes, which makes them great. So for those people who have overcome adversity in any form and have the scars to show from their struggle; we created a visual representation that encourages you not to be apologetic for your journey, regardless how others may feel about it. #PardonMyExcellence
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Target’s Big Announcement

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FIRST LOOK: Target Collaborating With Phillip Lim For Fall! Target just announced their latest collaboration… with designer Phillip Lim! And while some of their more recent collabs have received a lukewarm response from customers and editors alike, Lim’s legitimacy within the fashion world has everyone riled up. As Racked pointed out this morning, the line ”revives collab excitement,” after a downward trend in the public’s interest in high-low collections. According Target’s blog, 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target will include 100+ pieces ranging from bags to shoes to travel accessories and men’s and women’s apparel. The limited edition collection will hit Target stores and online September 15th, and is priced $19.99-$299.99 – “with most items under $49.99.” Oh happy day! For a sneak peek of the collection, watch Target’s teaser video here: [youtube http://youtu.be/G3Ln5Yom-xI] For more collaborations news, check out Matthew Williamson x Benefit, Nike x Liberty London (they’re customizable!), and Kirna…
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White Jeans For Any Size!!

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No More White Jeans Guesswork! Shop The Best For Big Butts, Short Legs And More You’ve waited all winter for this moment–it’s finally time to bust out the white jeans! Now if you’re grimacing instead of smiling, fret not friends. Wearing white jeans is supposed to be liberating, not something you dread. From pastels to leather, white denim goes with everything when the weather is warm, so your closet isn’t complete without a pair. That being said, white jeans come with a whole slew of challenges. Are they see-through? Will my cellulite show through them? What color underwear should I wear? Skinny or bootcut? The questions are endless! Fortunately, we did the dirty work and hunted down the best white jeans for every conundrum for you. Petite? We found the best straight leg pair. Worried about…
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Floral Footwear

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Put Some Spring In Your Step With A Pretty Pair Of Floral Print Shoes From short sets and pant suits to handbags and denim, this is the season of the print and none is more popular than a good ol’ floral. The only thing not covered in pretty flower patterns? Shoes–until now, that is. Thanks to designers like Rag & Bone, Loeffler Randall and Manolo Blahnik, you can now put some spring in your step–literally–in a pair of floral print shoes. Whether you opt for a pair of floral print Doc Martens or ladylike, bouquet-inspired pumps, flowery kicks are an easy way to add interesting detail to any otherwise dull outfit. Try slipping on a pair with your black pencil skirt for work or with jeans and a tee. Shop our favorite floral print shoes in the slideshow. Check out other shoes we’re loving for spring: perforated…
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#LikeTheLook

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"I'm gonna pop some tags, only got $20 in my pocket . . ." One of my favorite things to do is SHOP!! And a great way to find steals & great deals is at a thrift shop or consignment store! Here are some tips you can use on your next thrifty adventure. [youtube http://youtu.be/gl6DnlTGacM] What are some tips you use while thrifting? Leave a comment below! Have some great buys you wanna share? @ me in your pics @BlondiesLipstk
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Get the Skinny

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Put Some Spring Into Your Wardrobe With These Bright, Colorful Jeans For $75 Or Less From scarves and nail polish to cute workout gear and handbags, there’s just something about spring that makes us crave all-bright everything. A few of us dipped our toe into colorful denim last year, but this season it’s time to fully embrace it. And we mean, like, really embrace it. So because we know just how life changing a little color can be, we rounded up 25 pairs of our favorite bright,colorful skinny jeans and not one is over $75. For real! With this many affordable options, you can totally get your Roy G. Biv on every day of the week and keep your bank account (more or less) in tact. You are sowelcome. Shop our favorite bodaciously bright pairs of jeans in the slideshow below. Don’t miss these other…
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Sam & Libby’s for Target

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First Photos: Sam & Libby’s New Lower-Priced Line For Target (From $25!) Is it just us, or has there been a surprising lack of buzz about the Sam Edelman‘s  super-affordable collaboration with Target? Sam & Libby, which launches in stores and at Target.com on May 5, was announced back in November, but we haven’t heard much about it since. We did some investigating and managed to get our hands on images of the line, which includes sandals, wedges, flats and more. We are shocked by how closely some of the styles resemble Sam Edelman’s classic designs. And with prices starting at just $24.99, these shoes are a total steal. Click through the slideshow to get a sneak peek at the collection. Which style are you most excited about? For more recent collaborations, check out Charlotte Olympia x Tom Binns, Aerin x Erickson Beamon jewelry collection and Melissa Jellies…
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Channel your inner Punk Princess

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Some say punk is dead, but given the subculture’s enduring contributions to high fashion, we’d have to argue otherwise. The anti-establishment/DIY attitude that was once spearheaded by the Sex Pistols and Vivienne Westwood can still be seen on the runways today, and as the subject of this year’s Costume Institute exhibition--Chaos to Couture--at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 9th, the influence of punk has never been more prevalent. As we consider how today’s designers, including Anna Sui and Rodarte’s Kate and Laura Mulleavy, have appropriated this ripped-and-torn look for S/S 13, we couldn’t think of a more fitting subject for today’s Currently Channeling. The Inspiration Punk icons such as Sid Vicious and Joey Ramone may have made all the noise back in the day, but it was the subculture’s…
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White Jackets Aren’t Just for Doctors!

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Spring Has Officially Spring So It’s Time To Bust Out The White–Blazers, That Is We know it’s only April, but in our minds (and closets), as soon as it hits temperatures warm enough to forgo tights, we whip out our best whites. This year, our white item of choice is the blazer, which adds instant polish to almost any outfit. The trick to making sure your white blazer looks like a polished jacket and not a doctor’s overcoat is in the fit and the details. Make sure the blazer is extremely fitted–even if it’s a boyfriend style, the shoulders should be tailored–and look for options with fun details like leather piping or embellished sleeves. With options fromRebecca Minkoff, Rag & Bone, Theory, Haute Hippie, DVF, and Vince available to shop now, we’re sure you’ll find…
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Brighten Up your Lace

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Though white lace brings to mind bridal gowns and black lace tends to feel naughty, brightly colored lace is free of such associations. In attention-grabbing hues like crimson, citrus, and neon green, it offers a fun, fresh, and feminine way to amplify your everyday mix. These vivid pieces couldn’t be more perfect for all of summer’s al fresco events, which is why we’ve gathered some of our favorite styles, from a pair of tailored shorts to a swingy day-to-night dress, to help you shop the look now. And you’ll be happy to know that all of today’s picks are Under $100! The Inspiration For spring, Elie Saab presented one show-stopping moment after the next, but it was the designer’s Lace Dress ($6300) in Berry and Blush that had our jaws on the floor.…
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Kenzo x Vans Collaboration

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Contrary to popular belief, a leopard can change his spots--or at least make them brighter, as evidenced by Kenzo’s fourth and latest shoe collaboration with Vans. The collection is made up of six classic styles punched up with an oversized animal print, called the Clouded Leopard, which Creative Directors Humberto Leon and Carol Lim also used in Kenzo’s S/S 13 collection. The design duo’s supercharged pattern--in electric colors like ochre, orange, blue, and green--was inspired by their travels to the jungles in Thailand, and gives Vans’ street sneakers a modern and fashion-forward twist. Among our favorites? Starting clockwise from the top, the Authentic Sneakers ($125) in Kenzo Leopard Flame/Pool Green, Classic Slip-Ons ($125) in Kenzo Leopard Nutria/Spectrum Blue, Authentic Sneakers ($125) in Kenzo Leopard Pool Green/Flame, and Authentic Sneakers ($125) in Kenzo Leopard Peacoat/Spectrum Blue. Wear these kicks…
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