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Stylehive's Stylescopes Give You A Hand In Finding The Perfect Pair Of Gloves!

idabone@stylehive.com (Ida Hsiang) — ma, 09 nov 2009 04:17:40 PST

The holiday season is officially upon us in case you haven't noticed the festive decorations lining the streets and storefronts. This means that the happiest and coldest time of year is about to be here. It would be great to just curl up under a warm blanket with a cup of hot cocoa by the fireside and pseudo-hibernate for the entire winter season, but you don't need the stars to tell you that that's out of the question! The stars predict a lot of quality time with friends and family coming up for the week, as well as a few career-related activities that'll keep you out of the house more than in. Don't worry, though, because the stars are giving you a hand in outsmarting the wintry weather! Put on a pair of gloves that instantly add an air of sophistication and enjoy your week of socializing without being hampered by frost-bitten fingers! Click on the slideshow to see which style of gloves the stars have found to keep your hands toasty!

Find Endless Style In An Infinity Scarf This Fall

facadeindreams@stylehive.com (Anna Yu) — ma, 09 nov 2009 02:25:40 PST

Fall is my favorite season of the year because I can wear cute boots, peacoats, and scarves galore. However, I have to wait while the fickle San Francisco weather decides whether we're going through one last heat wave or if it's finally going to get chilly. In the mean time, I've been window shopping online for some new scarves. I've got long and short scarves, but don't own any infinity scarves. Also known as circle scarves or loop scarves, these scarves are one big knit ring that you can loop around your neck. Hang it over your neck once like a casual necklace or wrap it around twice (or more) to protect you from the cold. I've found infinity scarves ranging from under $15 to $350! On the lower end, American Eagle has a rugby-inspired Sparkly Striped Circular Scarf you can take to a sporting event or on a day out with friends. If you're looking to splurge, I'm loving the super luxurious Infinity Cashmere Scarf by James Perse. Check out my slideshow for more infinity scarves!

YOOX Celebrates "American Glamour" With FIT And An Exclusive Vintage Sale

lisannebee@stylehive.com (Lisanne Silverman) — ma, 09 nov 2009 12:21:40 PST

Vintage Halston, Bill Blass, Rodarte. If your heart rate sped up just a bit upon reading those words, you'll want to check out the vintage sale going on at YOOX right now! It's a part of American Glamour, a YOOX shopping event, and American Beauty: Aesthetics & Innovation, an FIT exhibition that debuted last Friday. The exhibit features about 75 couture masterpieces from 20 designers, while the American Glamour sale will showcase a collection of samples by fifteen designers including the aforementioned Halston and Blass, plus other legendary couturiers and even some contemporary designers (Laura and Kate Mulleavy of Rodarte, Ralph Rucci, Isabel Toledo, to name a few). Part of the motivation behind the event is to show that America's contribution to fashion goes far beyond the invention of sportswear and the rise of mass marketing, and also to provide a highly curated collection of one-of-a-kind items to breathe life into an industry where trends are exhausted and uniqueness is often hard to come by. Click here to shop the exclusive collection and learn more about YOOX and FIT.

These Platform Pumps Make It Chic To Be Square!

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — ma, 09 nov 2009 10:20:40 PST

Pointed, rounded, almond, peep toe... you may think you've got your bases covered when it comes to shoe shopping, but there's a new style on the block that's ready to take over. Square toe platform pumps are popping up everywhere lately -- designer and bargain brands alike -- and are bringing that ballerina-inspired pointe shoe look to the style scene. The flattened toe provides a vintage feel, especially if you go Mad Men style with a pencil skirt, while the platform gives the look a modern edge. Be careful when indulging in this trend, though -- if you're looking to elongate your legs, you might not want to throw out all your pointed pumps and replace them with their snubbed-toe counterpart! However, all you leggy girls can lust after the trend without fear! Of course, your credit card may have reason to fret if you go overboard... check the slideshow to see a selection of hot square-toed platforms!

A New Kind Of Animal Print

lisannebee@stylehive.com (Lisanne Silverman) — ma, 09 nov 2009 08:17:40 PST

Fashion-y types are often quick to say that anyone can pull off the trend du jour, but we all know that this isn't the case. For me, that trend is animal prints- while I can appreciate them on others, leopard spots and zebra stripes just aren't for me. Lately, however, a different kind of animal print has been on my mind -- a more literal interpretation, if you will. Wren's silk tunic gets whimsically wild when a stampede of tiny elephants settle in rows. Maeve's printed shirtdress is easily the pick of the litter -- look closely and you'll see different dog breeds! Perhaps you haven't worn a critter print since you were a toddler, or you feel they're strictly for wellies and pjs (penguin printed flannel pants come to mind), but they take on a stylish edge when stamped on fall's rich fabrics. See the entire menagerie in my slideshow!

Heidi Klum Will Host The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show!

idabone@stylehive.com (Ida Hsiang) — ma, 09 nov 2009 07:17:40 PST

We're almost a bit surprised that Heidi Klum is hosting the Victoria's Secret fashion show instead of modeling in it. Of course, she did just have a baby a couple weeks ago, but you know how Heidi is. The last time Heidi Klum had a baby, she decided she still wanted to walk the runway in the Victoria's Secret fashion show. But this time, she just doesn't think she can do it. According to Heidi, "The last time [I gave birth], I had two months, and I don't know if I have that much time this time... It was pushing it the last time. But if I don't make it, I'm sure I'll be very sad." So, even though Heidi will only have weeks between giving birth and the fashion show this year, she still wants to be a part of it. And obviously hosting the show is a really big part of it!
Read more by clicking over to our friends at Limelife!

Hot In The Hive: PowerCup Charging Port

xgalexy@stylehive.com (Alex Gambardella) — ma, 09 nov 2009 06:17:40 PST

Let's face it -- we live in a technology-dependent world in which our daily routine is shattered when our PDA battery depletes to empty. But while we make the necessary room in our budget to get all the latest electronic gadgets, that old jalopy you've been driving may not have the modern accommodations to keep you wired on the go. Welcome PowerCup, a 200-watt outlet inverter for your car, complete with a USB hub to charge your phone, iPod, PDA, laptop -- whatever your techie heart desires! And the coolest thing? It's shaped like a coffee cup to fit perfectly in your car's cup holder! How genius is that? You can finally call off the search for separate car chargers for all your gadgets!

Price: $32.50
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add PowerCup to the Hive.

Lemondrop's Latest Beauty Obsession: Bangs!

facadeindreams@stylehive.com (Anna Yu) — ma, 09 nov 2009 05:23:40 PST

A few weeks ago, two Lemondrop staffers, Bonnie Biess and Julieanne Smolinski, got bangs. It isn't important who got them first, only that they set in motion an office bang wave in which the fringe-y hair style spread like a viral wedding dance video. I was next to succumb, followed by Urlesque editor Kelly Reeves. And these are just your classic straight-across-the-forehead-style bangs -- other Lemondrop eds sport side-swept and other long bang varieties. (In the spirit of full disclosure, I should tell you that we're also all brunettes.) But the popularity of the look doesn't surprise me in the slightest, considering how obsessed I've become since breaking into the world of bangs. I've always liked them -- after all, what's good enough for Bettie Page is good enough for me. But it wasn't until I got them myself that I realized how bangs really kick your whole look into high-gear. They're basically their own accessory, adding quirk and edge to even basic looks. Click over to our friends at Lemondrop to read more about their new hair styles.

Get Cozy With Handmade Knits By Efia

DIYthing@stylehive.com (DIY thing) — zo, 08 nov 2009 05:23:40 PST

Step back in time and put some sexy in your step with a pair of spats by Efia. Efia handknits all of her designs. Efia, an aspiring actress and accessories designer, is often inspired by handmade materials from other independent artists. She loves soft textures, natural fibers, interesting ribbons and unique buttons. And she loves to use rich bold colors as well as nice feminine touches in her designs. She not only designs spats, but also handmade scarflettes, scarves, and fingerless mittens. The Bluebird of Happiness scarflette is darling and will add such a splash of color to your winter wardrobe. And who can pass up accessories in this shopping season, they are your easiest way to extend your wardrobe. Efia even has some handsome man mitts for the guy in your life. We've picked some of our favorites accessories to share with you in our slideshow.

Which Of Lady Gaga's Looks Is The Wildest?

idabone@stylehive.com (Ida Hsiang) — za, 07 nov 2009 09:19:40 PST

By now, there is no need to prelude Lady Gaga with an introduction or description. Everyone knows who she is. Plus, how exactly would you describe this powerhouse entertainer? Her blindingly platinum blonde hair, those bling-ed out sunglasses, her lack of pants and one over-the-top get-up after another... one almost forgets that through all the crazy costumes, strange antics, make-out sessions with muppets and smoke and mirror filled performances, this girl can actually sing! Fantastical ensembles aside, Lady Gaga is known for pumping out one hot dance hit after another, making it impossible to not get up and bust a few moves to her beats. But let's face it. She's become a household name due to more than her songstress talents. Those crazy costumes and over-the-top outfits are what made us sit up and take notice. Some would say she's the leader in avant-garde fashion, others find her amusing, while still more would claim that her fashion sense belongs in an asylum! What do you think? Take our poll below and tell us which Lady Gaga ensemble is the wildest!