Elegant tunics for plus size women are a huge trend for the summer season. Sheer lace-trimmed tunics and pieces with crochet accents are popping up in stores in record numbers. A great tunic is a versatile must have for any plus-size woman. They skim the upper body beautifully and their flowy design is perfect for pairing with skinny jeans and pencil skirts to showcase a great pair of legs. Tunics also double as chic alternatives to beach cover ups on vacation.

Every curvy lady needs a color blocked sheath dress this season. The latest designs showcase a light center and darker outer and side panels; this gives the illusion of an hourglass silhouette and tricks the eye. Women will feel powerful and sultry in a color blocked sheath dress this summer. Whether you opt for the classic black and white theme or you love the vivid hues of navy paired with red, this summer’s color blocked sheath dress will fit and flatter any curvy figure.

Printed skinny jeans and floral pants are a huge trend for summer. Many plus-size women refrain from wearing light bottoms or fitted pants with prints. This season’s printed pants and jeans are designed with plus-size women in mind. The placement of the prints and the fun designs are begging to be paired with this season’s flowy tops and tunics. Ballet flats or platform wedges, a neon cross body bag and a chic bangle complete this fun summer look that will fetch lots of compliments.

Ikat prints in pencil skirts and blouses are another huge summer design. With its distinct exotic feel, plus-size women will feel like they are on vacation on a tropical island every time they wear an Ikat-printed skirt or blouse to the office. The unique print is also designed to camouflage any perceived flaws.

Platform pumps and wedges are another huge summer trend. Whether you like romantic floral prints, bold neon hues, rich tones or the color blocked look, there is the perfect show for every curvy girl this summer. A statement-making shoe quickly becomes the focal point of any chic outfit. When paired with a show stopping pencil skirt, A-line dress or pair of skinny jeans, onlookers will be drawn to your magnetism and beauty.

Finally, every plus-size gal needs a hot swimsuit for summer 2013. Ruched one-piece suits with sweetheart necklines and rich jewel tones are always flattering choices for curvy women. This season’s skirted suits provide ample coverage while also being feminine and playful. Two-piece suits with adjustable tie bottoms are also surprisingly flattering on fuller figures. You can adjust the tie to accommodate your body; this creates a custom fit.

Plus-size women have more choices than ever when it comes to fashion. Luxurious, soft stretchy fabric blends and flattering silhouettes make dressing fun for plus-size women. These days, more and more women are embracing their curves and opting to play up their favorite body parts by taking fashion risks. Designers and manufacturers appreciate that women want to feel sexy and feminine, and they are creating pieces that will flatter every woman’s figure and make her feel like a million bucks.

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This year, the fashion world is once again celebrating spring with bold colors and dazzling styles. In addition to the emerging new trends in clothing, you may have noticed that eye-catching gold-plated and metallic footwear is increasingly popular. Now, we’ve seen these types of shoes and sandals for a few seasons, but this year, they’re the perfect complement to so many spring ensembles. When you open your closet, aren’t the possibilities almost limitless? Luckily, we’re here to help you narrow your selections. Here are 3 ideas for dynamite outfits that coordinate with select styles of these trendy women’s shoes.

1.       Dressy

It’s always helpful to have a go-to outfit that isn’t too formal, but feels dressy enough for the party where no one’s wearing jeans and sneakers. This spring, pair a long tunic in a bold color, like indigo, with a cardigan or button-down shirt, depending on the temperature. Accessorize with a white or gold belt and finish your look with a pair of Miz Mooz shoes. The Mali Ankle Wrap Sandals have a clean, graceful appearance perfect for any occasion that calls for elegance and sophistication. The subtle metallic accents add some shine without detracting from the rest of your ensemble.

2.       Weekend

For a day trip or a coffee date, you want a comfortable but stylish outfit. This spring, wear a pair of skinny colored jeans or khakis with a nautical-inspired button-down shirt. Add some pep to your step with Clark’s Indira Rue Ankle Strap sandals. With their Egyptian-inspired design, they bring some glamour to your outfit and show off your perfect spring pedicure.

3.       Everyday Casual

You want to be able to reach into your closet and quickly pull out some comfortable standbys that still look great. Try your favorite jeans with a graphic slouch T-shirt or cap-sleeved babydoll top and a pair of Miz Mooz shoes. The Maureen Slip-on Loafers are easy to step into and add some shimmer to your no-fuss look.

Whether you’re dressing for a party or date, lunch with a friend, or just a walk through town, you want to incorporate a touch of glamour. These chic metallic shoes for women will put some serious “spring” in your step!

Check out 50 of the top looks from red carpet arrivals at the 2013 Met Gala and let us know which look you love the most!

Anna Wintour & Bee Schaffer

  
Donatella Versace

Diane Von Furstenberg

     
Tommy Hilfiger & Dee Hilfiger

Marc Jacobs & Sofia Coppola

Valentino Garavani & Anne Hathaway

   
Michael Kors & Jennifer Lopez

   
Riccardo Tisci & Rooney Mara

   
Stella McCartney & Cameron Diaz

   
Erdem Moralioglu & Lena Dunham

   
Andrew Bevan & Hailee Steinfeld

   
Lauren Santo Domingo

   
Cara Delevingne

Coco Rocha

   
Karlie Kloss

    
Doutzen Kroes

Constance Jablonski

   
Miranda Kerr

Linda Evangelista

    
Sarah Jessica Parker

    
Beyoncé

   
Kim Kardashian & Kanye West

   
Madonna

   
Nicole Richie

Carey Mulligan

   
Jennifer Lawrence

  
Dakota Fanning

    
Michelle Williams

   
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

   
Katy Perry

   
Kristen Stewart

   
Miley Cyrus

   
Nicki Minaj

   
Sienna Miller

Taylor Swift

Florence Welch

   
Katie Holmes

   
Kirsten Dunst

   
Julianne Hough

   
Blake Lively

   
Emma Watson

Mary-Kate Olsen

   
Ashley Olsen

   
Emily Blunt & John Krasinski

   
Jessica Alba

   
Gwen Stefani & Gavin Rossdale

  
Nina Dobrev

   
Kelly Osbourne

   
Allison Williams

Kate Bosworth

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When it comes to setting trends, celebs are usually the people who get the ball rolling, but not all of them make good choices, especially when it comes to undergoing cosmetic surgery. To try and halt the ageing process or correct what they see as a major flaw in their look, some stars choose to go under the knife with mixed consequences.

King of Pop: one op too many?

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When doing an online search for cosmetic surgery and celebrities, the first name that usually comes up is the late singer and entertainer Michael Jackson. The King of Pop might be most famous for his long list of hits and dancefloor fillers, but he was also renowned for the way in which he regularly altered his appearance.

Before he passed away in June 2009, he was hardly recognisable from when he first shot to fame. Although plastic surgery wasn’t the cause of his premature death, it did endanger his health to some degree, and many of his operations were controversial to say the least.

Nowhere to Heidi

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As one of a host of stars from MTV’s hugely-successful reality series The Hills, Heidi Montag has become a favourite with paparazzi in the US, but despite her antics on the show, she’s perhaps more famous for having an astonishing 10 operations back in 2010. The results weren’t great.

Heidi’s quest for perfection didn’t go too well, as her implants were uneven, and is still talking about them as being a big mistake today. She joined a long list of stars who may have gone too far in receiving plastic surgery.

Even today, cosmetic surgery can be dangerous. According to First4Lawyers, as many as 70,000 operations every year are at risk of going wrong. This shocking stat shows that you can never be too careful!

Celebrities are able to walk the red carpet with confidence because they have teams of professionals supporting them. A Hollywood superstar knows her hair looks perfect, her couture gown fits like a glove, and her smile is stunning. The color of your teeth is only part of what makes your smile appealing to others. It’s true that a dazzlingly white smile is a show-stopper – it commands attention and admiration. But cosmetic orthodontic work could be the real ticket to Hollywood glamour, since crooked teeth are never in fashion. We all know that celebrities have work done to look beautiful, youthful, and healthy, but only their plastic surgeons, hair stylists, dentists, and orthodontists know for sure. So what can YOU do to secretly achieve a superb smile?

It is no surprise that straight teeth are in high demand for Hollywood royalty.  A-listers like Estelle, Faith Hill, Tom Cruise, and many others have invested in their smiles. We only learn about it after their braces come off.

Furthermore, straight teeth are easier to keep clean and healthy. Adults who want to improve their smiles have a variety of choices. The best news is that today’s orthodontics options include choices that bypass the awkward look of metal braces, long associated with gawky teenagers and youngsters. Qualified orthodontists achieve this through the use of hidden braces for adults.

Whether the stars of the silver screen choose lingual braces (which are worn behind the teeth), teeth whitening, or another treatment, the before and after pictures are always impressive. But they’re well aware that the paparazzi will be chasing them 24/7 – and because of that, they want their cosmetic dental work done behind the scenes.

Maybe you aren’t being followed around by a swarm of photographers, but you have friends, coworkers, and maybe even a romantic interest – and you don’t want any of them to know you’re wearing braces. You might worry that showing up at work with a mouth full of metal will give your superiors a negative impression. It’s true that we all have our imperfections, but wearing traditional braces shines a bright light on them. Fortunately, there are ways to be discreet about your orthodontic work. Hidden braces, such as Incognito Braces, are the latest advancements in orthodontic treatment. Worn on the back of the teeth, lingual braces straighten your smile while remaining out of sight. Unless you want friends to know they’re there, they won’t.

If you research lingual braces reviews by adults and look at before and after pictures, you’ll see that they are a fantastic option for improving your smile without the social stigma of traditional, metal braces. And good dental health is always in style!

The Catherine Martin and Miuccia Prada Dress Gatsby exhibition is currently on display at Prada’s Soho flagship store. It includes 20 costumes from the film, each complete with accessories like shoes, hats, and jewelry. All of the dresses and gowns are also placed next to a placard that tells which character wore the look in the film and describes the character’s career and personality in detail.

The exhibit will be on display in New York until May 12 and will then travel to Japan in June. See pictures of some of the costumes below, but check out all the costumes in person if you can to revel in all the sparkling 1920s glamour!

The stars of The Great Gatsby and their fellow celebrities got a first look at the costume exhibition at a party earlier this week. Miuccia Prada and Catherine Martin posed for pictures with Carey Mulligan, who plays Daisy Buchanan. Florence Welch, who is featured on the film’s soundtrack, also came out to help celebrate the designs. Tobey Maguire, Isla Fisher, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Katy Perry, and Alexa Chung were among the other stars at the fête.

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Shot by Mario Testino, the cover and the images inside the issue show off the increasingly sexy side of Miley. Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele styled the star in leather, studs, and spikes, but also made sure Cyrus showed off plenty of skin. In one image, Miley looks like a “pilates instructor” while showing off her toned abs in a sports bra. She gets even more scandalous in an image that reveals underboob in a rolled-up shirt emblazoned with her name. In another shot, Cyrus rolls her shorts down to show off a portion of her bare backside.

During her interview with the publication, Miley opens up about her new look, her relationship with fiancé Liam Hemsworth, and what it’s like to work with Pharrell Williams, who’s helping to produce her newest hip-hop-infused songs.

Cyrus and Williams both insist the singer’s new look isn’t shocking because “she already was that.” Miley has simply become more open about who is really is and how she wants to look. Cyrus states,

“I’m going to change, I’m going to be different, I’m going to do what I want to do. I chopped my hair and bought a pair of Docs and never looked back.”

Pharrell has stuck by her side her through the whole process, encouraging her to free herself and be more comfortable in her own skin.

As for her much-talked-about relationship with Liam, Miley says she doesn’t have time to pay attention to all the speculation surrounding their engagement. She insists the only reason they’re not together all the time is that they work. She’d love to wake up and go to Starbucks with him every morning, but the couple’s conflicting schedules don’t allow it. Just because the paparazzi doesn’t capture the couple out and about very often doesn’t mean they’re not together though. Miley says she’d rather spend quiet time at home with Liam when they get the chance to.

Miley makes it seem like everyone close to her loves her makeover, but what do you think of it? Take a look at a behind-the-scenes video from the shoot and some of the images from V and tell us what you think of the edgy images!

Shopping and Goodies shares the latest trends and the most fashion forward accessories! You know we’re all busy shopping the street styles, the chi chi boutiques, the fashion shows and the Net for our readers! Our most discerning eyes choose the hottest looks each week. We’re featuring a fabulous selection of the brightest bags, celestial designed pieces, and stacks of arm candy. Plus, we always have our “fattening” celeb scoop. I’d start reading what the trendiest fashionistas have to say!

A Few Goody Gumdrops rolls the dice with Lulu Guinness’ Two Faced Domino Clutch!

Be Voguish shares the brightest handbags for spring!

The Find loves these galaxy-themed pieces – they will have you seeing stars all summer long!

Shopping and Info knows how to stack her bracelets, which make a great Mother’s Day gift!

Girls Talkin Smack shares celebs who have packed on the pounds!

Check out some of the best bright bags available this season and grab the one (or two…or more!) that you want before they’re all gone. Colorful bags are available in every price range, so you’re sure to find one that you and your wallet will love. Which bold accessory do you like the best?

Kate Spade

Michael Kors

Tory Burch

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Rebecca Minkoff

Coach

Cambridge

Ralph Lauren

Juicy Couture

Steve Madden

Betsey Johnson

Nasty Gal

Urban Outfitters

ASOS

Free People

Victoria’s Secret

Target

Forever 21

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Shopping and Goodies is jumping right into spring with gorgeous green bags, luscious lilac pieces, and kissable lip clutches. We’ve got the latest scoop on your favorite celebs who don way too much makeup! Speaking of make-up…we’re excited for the launch of Michael Kors Cosmetics line! Seems every designer who is anybody has a makeup line! We always have the latest fashion and beauty trends! That’s because we’re so busy shopping the funky boutiques, taking in the fashion shows, carousing the city streets, and shopping the Net for you! I’d start reading what the hippest fashionistas have to say!

Be Voguish has the scoop on the launching of Michael Kors cosmetics line!

A Few Goody Gumdrops is puckering up with with Lulu Guinness’ playful Lips Clutches.

Shopping and Info is lusting over gorgeous green bags for spring and summer.

Girls Talkin Smack shares eight celebrities who wear too much makeup.

TheFind has a springtime color crush on luxe lilac pieces for Spring!