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If you could dig a hole straight down through the Earth, you might wind up in Singapore.  You might come out feeling a little out of style (not to mention dirty). The island country in Southeast Asia is home to about 5 million people - an amazing 42% of which are foreigners who work and study there.  In other words, it's a melting pot of Eastern style.

1. A blazer is always a nice accessory to any outfit. This blazer becomes less conservative as the red clutch and lipstick pull the red right out of its pattern.

2. Gold is very elegant and visually appealing.  When purchasing handbags, glasses, earrings or belts, look for items with a gold accent.

3. Try adding belts around dresses and blouses. The belt will show off your waist, making you look as thin as you are.

4 Short and squatty?  Not hot.  You can't do anything about being short but squatty, on the other hand, can be cured with high heeled boots and shoes (as can almost any other ailment).  These girls are not known for their height but they can still stand tall in a sea of flats.

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London's cold winters can cause the wonderfully fashion minded residents to think more about function than form. So, the fall season is THE time to choose the latter. Londoners pride themselves on their tailored apparel. The three dapper ladies featured above are in London for Fashion Week. Do you recognize any of them?  One is Olivia Palermo from "The City". I'm really liking this year’s fall fashion trends.  Oh, and those high-heeled boots; I'll take 2, please.

 

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Foxy Friday is going Parisian. Looking at Paris's "Street Style" gives me a sense of freedom. Is it me or are Parisians (and plenty of other Euros) just more courageous and expressive with their style than anyone else in the world? Is it innate and genetic or is it a product of their social environment?  Or, do I just suffer from "the grass is greener on the other side of the pond" syndrome?
(photos courtesy of Vogue)

I absolutely adore the bussling streets of Paris. The smell of fresh baked bread in the morning - mmmm. You can walk down the narrow streets day and night and hear the sound of scooters echoing off of the buildings. The tagged cars, street signs and buildings remind you of the density of the populous but also add to the city's charm.  And, next time you're there, pay close attention to the shoes - both men's and women's - and you'll wish for a more favorable exchange rate.

(photos courtesy of kierlisbon)