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Going goth no longer means all black clothes and multiple piercings. It's becoming mainstream and even ruled the runways during the spring fashion shows.

By Sara Elliott

While essential oils may be essential, they're also expensive. That's where fragrance oils come in. And there are some really popular choices.

By Emilie Sennebogen

Seersucker's a fashion classic -- if you don't overdo it. We'll show you how to wear this summer style essential and look fab at it.

By Terri Briseno

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In the summer, women can wear tank tops, tube tops, dresses, skirts, shorts, capris -- basically, whatever they want. Men have shorts, and that's about it. Here are the five kinds of shorts that every man should have.

By Alison Cooper

There's no need to go barefoot! Check out our list of flip-flop alternatives for men that will suit every style.

By Natalie Kilgore

It's hard to establish a unique style when you're wearing the same thing as the person next to you. How can you set yourself apart and become your own style icon?

By Debra Ronca

Don't blow your budget on a new summer wardrobe. Instead, try these five summer accessories to freshen up your look for less.

By Bambi Turner

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Fashion is typically cyclical, but these 10 classics have never gone out of style.

By Terri Briseno

What's the look of the '00s? It's an interesting question, with an even more interesting answer: Turns out 21st-century fashion isn't as high-tech as we might have expected.

By Julia Layton

When it comes to men's swimsuits, they all look pretty similar. But there are some definite differences that will come out when you suit up.

By Sara Elliott

If you don't know what your body type is, then chances are good that you're dressing all wrong for it. We can help you find your type and tell you how to accentuate it.

By Sara Elliott

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Tired of wearing the same thing day after day, but don't have the budget for a complete overhaul? No problem. We've got five easy solutions to change it up -- for the better.

By Sara Elliott

Let's face it: Not many of us sport the same body we did 10 years ago, so why are we still wearing the same style? It's time to change it up and get real.

By Sara Elliott

When your outfit feels "blah," and there's no time to start from scratch, you need handy, reliable accessories. These five knockouts will have you looking gussied up in no time.

By Julia Layton

Perfume doesn't have to be an environmental hazard. Learn more about making perfumeout of flowers from your garden.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

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Shoelaces have to take a lot of wear and tear. Every time we set foot in our shoes, our shoelaces have to lash the footwear to our feet.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

It's easy. It works and it saves you money. Learn more about making deodorant out of cornstarch and baking soda.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

Remember those weird shoes called Crocs? They were a fad a few years back. They are still around. People still wear them.

By Josh Peterson, Planet Green

Finding cool clothes for middle schoolers is all about thinking outside the box. Try these five tips for cultivating your unique style.

By Alison Cooper

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While the maxi dress is long in length, it makes short work of looking great. Learn how to choose a style of maxi dress that flatters your body type and which accessories to pair with it.

By Bambi Turner

Even if you're packing light, there are still some vacation accessories you won't want to leave home without. Grab your sunhat, sarong, sunglasses ... and what else?

By Debra Ronca

Whether your look is totally original or you always follow the latest trends, these women inspire us and help create the fashions that stand the test of time. See the style icons who made our list.

By Laurie L. Dove

Men loved her, and women wanted to be her - or at least look like her. Marilyn Monroe was sexy but classy and remains a fashion icon more than 60 years after her death. Check out the fashion cues we can take from this legendary beauty.

By Laurie L. Dove

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It may seem like nothing more than a swath of stretchy fabric, but the swimsuit has a history -- one that traces the evolution of sex, gender roles and the rush to lose 10 pounds before summer. So how did we go from nothing to everything and back again?

By Julia Layton

And the award for best dress goes to ... See our 10 picks for the most smashing Oscar looks of all time. We've reached into the vaults of Oscar history to find vintage glamour, and we've profiled the hottest looks of the new millennium.

By Jessica Willis