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Talkin' bout regeneration

by Liza Weisstuch | July 25, 2008
Old goods find new life at Magpie They say one gal’s junk heap is another’s treasure— or something like that. If that’s the case, Magpie (416 Highland Avenue, Somerville, 617.623.3330) is a treasure chest, a glimmering Xanadu of would-be rubbish repurposed...

Hair today: Wake up blah, boring tresses with these fun-to-use products

by Heather Bouzan | May 05, 2008
We like the sound of "cotton-infused shampoo" - it evokes images of soft, full tresses lightly mussed by a gentle breeze. Leave it to the folks at Fresh to harness the power of the fluffy stuff with Fresh Cotton Shampoo ($26), which its works...

Sacked Out: Put that fall handbag away and start fresh this Spring

by Erica Corsano | March 10, 2008
WHEN IT comes to swapping out your fall handbag for a spring one, there seem to be two distinct schools of thought. One believes in exchanging a statement bag for a statement bag - meaning that your spring handbag should be as important and luxurious...

Street style

by Heather Bouzan | March 10, 2008
Hilken Mancini, formerly of Honeyspot and, before that, Punk Rock Aerobics, has joined up with vintage shop Gumshoe, now known as 40 South Street (40 South Street, Jamaica Plain, 617.522.5066). Got all that? Good. The shop has added a women's section...

'Head of the Class: A Back Bay green boutique outfits the eco-friendly with élan

by Heather Bouzan | February 25, 2008
IT'S BEEN a few months since we last checked in with Carol Smith Miller, who opened gifts-and-housewares boutique Fiddlehead (292 Newbury Street, Boston, 617.247.1120) in November. The then-retail novice is settling in nicely, reveling in the learning...

Get Stoned: You don't need diamonds to sparkle

by Erica Corsano | February 06, 2008
IF THERE were a local support group called Accessories Anonymous, I would be its president. I'm obsessed with accessories - namely shoes, bags, and jewelry. Your entire outfit can be from H&M or Target (pronounced Tarjay , of course) as long as...

What’s in a name?

by Heather Bouzan | February 06, 2008
We're forward-thinking feminists as much as the next girl, but there's something hot about having your significant other take a little ownership of you. Let your male (alpha or not) know you're his by sporting his name on your knickers. Blume...

Cruise Control: Resortwear for your sunny weekend getaways

by Erica Corsano | January 28, 2008
IF YOU haven't skipped this page to read about booze, food, or some dude's Saturday-night adventures, you're probably interested in fashion. You're probably also aware that each winter, design houses large and small introduce their special...

Winter Warmers: Yes, you can look good without freezing

by Erica Corsano | November 30, 2007
On Lauren: Patricia Underwood purple knit cap, $260; Theory long-sleeve T, $65; and Vince cowl-neck cashmere sweater, $275, all at Neiman Marcus (5 Copley Place, Boston, 617.536.3660). Plaid tunic dress, $34.90; scarf, $14.90; and leg warmers, $5.60,...

Beyond hippie-chic: Eco-fashion goes luxe

by Erica Corsano | November 14, 2007
WHEN ONE thinks of eco-fashion, it's easy to imagine hemp clothing and patchouli oil. But though the hippie-chic look works for some, it's nice to know that these days there are plenty of other eco-friendly options for the environmentally conscious...

Strings Attached: Shield your party clothes in retro-fabulous style

by Heather Bouzan | November 14, 2007
A) Vintage apron, $48 at the Velvet Fly (424 Hanover Street, Boston, 617.557.4FLY). B) Hey Alice! vintage table linen apron, $48 at Aunt Sadie's (18 Union Park Street, Boston, 617.357.7117). C) Recipe Book apron, $38 at Anthropologie (799 Boylston...

Style Spy: Keeping an eye on Ligaya Tichy

by Erica Corsano | October 17, 2007
THIS SAN Francisco transplant spent her college years at Tufts, and recently returned to work as community manager for www.yelp.com's Boston outpost. Whether she's heading out to a new local hotspot, hosting an event for her army of yelpers, or...

The Bangles: The most versatile jewelry around (your wrist)

by Erica Corsano | September 19, 2007
IF YOU DON'T own a set of gold bangles, get on it immediately! Why? Because bangles are timeless. They easily translate from day to evening, they update classic looks, and they can be worn over and over again with just about anything. Jewelry designers...