What's hot today? DailyCandy in Los Angeles

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What's hot today? DailyCandy in Los Angeles

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STYLE NOTEBOOK
Margaret Maldonado, the power behind the image makers
The head of her own agency once thought her stylists should hang back. Now she arranges licensing deals, branding partnerships and clothing lines ...
STYLE NOTEBOOK
Rachel Zoe: all dressed up and ready for her reality show
In the first episode of the Bravo series the stylist to the stars talks about launching her own fashion brand.
 
BODY POLITIC
Paper doll books take on John McCain, Barack Obama
Dress the presidential candidates and their wives in fashions that range from country casual to black-tie.
CASH OR CREDIT
How do the retailer's premium brands stack up against the makeup artists' original, and costlier, versions? We put them to the test.
 
STYLE PROFILE
Manny Ramirez's mixed-fashion sense fits in L.A.
Dreadlocks. A suit. Shades. Expect the unexpected from the newly minted Dodger.
BEAUTY
Sonya Dakar to be arraigned on charge of battery
The skin-care specialist to the stars, is alleged to have tried to bite a state inspector at her Beverly Hills clinic.
 
A report details the emotional and financial harm that can befall women and young girls who feel pressured to pursue unrealistic beauty standards.
THE VELVET ROPE
Dinner and celebs at Kress nightclub in Hollywood
The new nightclub features a VIP roof for star-gazing, a basement club for dancing and a dining room.
 
THE LIST
The shop sells art and fashion from Africa, New York and Paris, including Azzedine Alaïa, Duro Olowu, and Vice and Vanity.
STYLE NOTEBOOK
Model Gerren Taylor's short but stunning fashion career seen in 'America the Beautiful'
At 18, the Santa Monica high school student faces everyday teen issues while dreaming of being back on the runway.
 
SHOP TALK
Revolve Clothing sets up its first store -- on Melrose Avenue
The Web-based company brings its up-to-the-minute retail model to a new boutique on Melrose.
THE GOODS
A new shirt tale, no starch
Richard Nicoll gets the shirtdress to loosen up a little.
 
TRENDS
The jumpsuit makes a comeback
After leaving its mark in Vegas, the one-piece makes a move to the runway and red carpet, seen on Maggie Gyllenhaal.
CASH OR CREDIT
For $2 or $2,000, follow a Native American path for fall accessories
Scout out feathered and fringed accents by top designers such as Jimmy Choo and Tory Burch as well as at local boutiques and museum shops.
 
BEAUTY
Brazilian hair straighteners offer reformulated keratin treatments
The formaldehyde-free products provide a safer alternative for controlling overactive curls.
ALL THE RAGE
Lauren Conrad, the Emmys' trophy designer
In a stunt tailored to boost ratings, the star of 'The Hills' gets the gown gig ahead of TV's real-life costume designers.
 
LIQUID L.A.
Absolut Los Angeles: flavor of the city?
FRANCE HAS given the world Burgundy and Champagne. New York's contributions include the Manhattan and the Long Island iced tea. Even the tiny ...
THE LIST
At TenOverSix, it's all about the extras
The best stores in the world aren't just about shopping for stuff but also are about experiencing fashion.
 
SHOPPING
L.A.'s Ferragamo shop leads the way in stores for men only
High-end retailers are responding to men's desire for a luxury shopping experience, with the richly appointed Ferragamo store in the Beverly Center at ...
OLYMPIC STYLE
The world's biggest fashion show: Beijing's opening ceremony
The Olympic teams sport touches of home as they open the Games -- Americans in blue blazers, preppy British, bereted French in sublime jackets. Most ...
 
STYLE PROFILE
Luke Wilson takes a swing at golf fashion
The laconic actor pairs with splashy golfer Johan Edfors to co-design the Chrome line for Puma that reflects their contrasting personas.
Celebrity golf: Call it the green carpet
When stars hit the links, their wardrobe choices can be, well, a handicap.
 
STYLE NOTEBOOK
Rock stars, celebs team with watchmaker Nixon for charity
Limited-edition watches feature designs by Ringo Starr, Fall Out Boy and Jack Black.
SHOPPING
E!'s 'Sunset Tan' set to launch L.A.-centric clothing line
THE E! reality series that follows a group of blond, scantily clad tanning bed operators, "Sunset Tan," has inspired a clothing line. That's right, ...
 
LOOKBACK
T. Rex's Marc Bolan, always famous -- and flamboyant
A photo exhibition, 'Gibson Through the Lens,' includes a shot of the T. Rex singer in all his glam glory at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in 1973.
Three books explore the modeling world
Reviewed: 'Sex, Love and Fashion' by Bruce Hulse, 'This Year's Model' by Carol Alt and 'Model' by Cheryl Diamond
 
THE LIST
The Fashion Institute's Scholarship Store event features more than 700 pair of pants and jeans donated by local fashion manufacturers.
DIY
Convert those jeans to a denim miniskirt
Think tomboy mini, not a patch job.
 
DIY
How to make a jeans cut-off skirt
Time: About 45 minutes, plus washing and drying
STYLE NOTEBOOK
Denim days, thanks to Alber Elbaz
He's taking jeans to a new level.
 
DENIMOLOGY
Selvage jeans aren't just for denim snobs anymore
J. Crew, Ralph Lauren and other popular labels are starting to carry the high-quality -- and high-priced -- jeans that cult brands helped turn into ...
YOUR STYLIST
The comeback: Peg-and-roll pants
Designers Emily Current and Meritt Elliott tell us how to re-create the '80s silhouette.
 
Premium denim brands make jeans for the curvy women
Reviewed: Rozzie Rae, J Brand Blue Label, Beija-Flor, Hello! Skinny Jeans, Not Your Daughter's Jeans
BEAUTY
Spa-music makers seek respect for music that melts away
Malibu's Gemini Sun is among labels whose music helps set the mood for soothing treatments.
 
ALL THE RAGE
Designer jeans have plenty of tricks to get you in their pants
From monks to math, no gimmick is too outrageous for designer denim rivals.
St. John Spring 2009
Runway Show at the Samueli Theater in Costa Mesa, CA
 
THE GOODS
Skin care, designed for athletes
Josh Shaw partnered with elite pros when he was creating Mission Product, to get feedback on such items as sunscreen and lip balm.
THE LIST
Ann Taylor is partnering with Kay Unger on a line of formalwear in the store's first designer collaboration.
 
Going back to the future: plastic watches
Swatch, Freestyle USA, Paul Frank, Vans and Casio trot out the plastic and rubber timepieces, most priced under $100.