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By Catherine Santino Now that it’s getting colder out, it’s time to change our skin care routine. Winter months means constantly looking for ways to keep your skin moisturized as the weather gets harsher. Contrary to what you might think, you don’t need to break the bank to maintain healthy, glowing skin this coming season. Here are my beauty tips... How to Take Care of Your Skin in the Winter  Club Fashionista blogger Amra B. 1) Drink water:  This is the most important skincare and beauty tip. Water is crucial to your skin’s overall health and keeps it looking hydrated and fresh. It’s easy to forget to drink water when it starts getting colder, but make sure to always carry a water bottle with you and drink throughout the day.  2) Vitamin E Cream:  If you have extremely dry skin like me, vitamin E cream is a great way to keep your skin from getting dry in the winter. It’s inexpensive, easy to find, and is extremely rich and nourishing for your skin. I...

By Kati Miller Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that sportswear is the new “it” trend this season. But pairing sneakers with our everyday outfits can seem like quite a daunting task, especially when we’re not wearing just jeans and a tee. Here is a list of suggestions on how to wear this fashion trend and stay stylish while keeping comfortable with this new style... 1. Ditch the chunky shoe for cult trainers. Don’t be afraid to wear a nice pair of cult trainers or saddle shoes as a light alternative to a chunky shoe. Hogan makes an adorable pair of wing tips and Nike makes a much more affordable version of the mesh cults as well. This style works especially well with dresses, skirts, and skinnies! The Lovely Pepa (Spanish fashion blogger) 2. Clashing Colors. Dark and light hues now go together!  Contrary to what you have been taught in the past, clashing colors is not only in but it’s the must have look.  Try to incorporate a color from your outfit into the ...

By Elma B. & Amra B.  We had the pleasure of meeting the beautiful J & J heiress, Jazz Johnson, and her uncle, an Emmy-nominated film producer, Dirk Wittenborn over a cup of coffee at a plush hotel lounge on the Upper East Side. We were intrigued by their recent project—The Social Climber’s Bible: A Book of Manners, Practical Tips, and Spiritual Advice for the Upwardly Mobile, which through humour and scandalous tales opens-up the conversation about a serious topic—social climbing—or crawling your way to the top.  When we met Jazz, she encapsulated the Gossip Girl meets Carey Bradshaw persona. She grew-up attending debutante balls with society boys, like Gossip Girl’s Serena van der Woodsen, and then she is also like Sex and the City’s witty author Carrie Bradshaw.  Jazz has always had the best of both worlds: she is a well-known heiress of the Johnson & Johnson fortune, has travelled all over the world, and attended the most exclusive parties. Despite her pos...

By Fatima N. 10 Iconic Movies That Changed Fashion Along with art museums and books, movies are a constant source of inspiration for fashion trends. The two have a connection, movies are great reference points for fashion. We copy characters seen on the screen. If we are aiming for a certain decade's look, we look to films of that era because movies are time capsules for fashion. Designers look to film for inspiration for their collections. Stars in the film also became stars in style, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly and the like. Films and fashion trends share a common ground, and here are 10 films that prove it... Alicia Silverstone in Clueless ('90s) Clueless ('90s) 1) Gone With the Wind In 1939, Scarlett O'Hara stole the silver screen with her Walter Punkett designed dresses. They were Oscar worthy, the only reason they didn't win it was because there was no category for it. The pattern of the dress Scarlett wears in the picnic scene was the most bought pattern aft...

By Elma B. I have been fascinated with the "golden age of Hollywood" (1927-1963), when Viven Leigh, Audrey Hepburn, and Lauren Bacall reigned the silver screen. The elegance, grace and poise that the style communicated was superb. The cuts and the fabric of the clothes showed that without having to bare everything, a woman could be the apple of any gentleman's eye. Hence, the "dare to bare" motto isn't so interesting after alI; it kills any kind of mystery, so boring. Without further ado here is... How to incorporate the Old Hollywood Glamour  into your everyday wardrobe:  1. Cover modestly . Old Hollywood has a plethora of examples where the divas are covered modestly, whether it is because of long skirts/dresses or  simple black turtlenecks.  2. Wear loosely fitted clothes . Make sure that your clothes are always fitted to fit beautifully for your body shape. Wear loosely fitted clothes because your beautiful contours become apparent and are hugged in ju...

By Katya Bychkova Guilt-Free Nutritious Cakes I am a strong believer that little indulgences such as a spoonful of Tiramisu or a bite of a French Macaroon could help one to deal with absolutely any situation. However, I know how easy it is to lose control while enjoying your favorite dessert. The moment a piece of delicious cake or any other dessert reaches my mouth, I totally forget my New Year's resolutions about eating healthy and staying in shape. Luckily for us dessert-lovers, there are certain tricks out there that can help you to transform your favorite desserts into nutritious and satisfying meals. Try these easy and healthy recipes... Flour-less strawberry chocolate cake   1. Say ‘no’ to flour White flour is the most calorie-dense ingredient in desserts. One cup of all-purpose white flour contains about 580 calories which is equivalent to two and a half cups of vanilla ice cream or twelve cups of fresh strawberries. By substituting flour with more nutritious ingredients su...