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This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Zenni Optical. All opinions are 100% mine.

Or..the curious case of the $30 glasses.

I’ll be honest… the first few times I logged onto Zenni Optical’s website, I was both overwhelmed and skeptical.  The site is filled with pages and pages of frames of all different styles, sizes and colors.  I didn’t even know where to start! Not to mention, after having spent years forking over the big bucks for designer frames, I wasn’t sure what to expect from designs that came with the price tag of $8. (more…)

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Ramblers Way Farm. All opinions are 100% mine.

Yesterday, on one of the hottest New York days of the year, I wore wool.  As it turns out, that’s not as counter-intuitive as it sounds. I recently discovered Ramblers Way, a new line of next-to-skin wool tees founded by Tom and Kate Chappell, the duo behind Tom’s of Maine. They grow Rambouillet wool on their own sheep farms and ranches across America and then design and manufacture everyday lifestyle basics for men and women. Best of all, the entire line of products are earth and animal friendly- created through sustainable farming and production practices.  All tops and bottoms are a natural light blond color and untreated with chemicals, bleaches or dyes.

For me, the shirts are perfect for any type of chic but casual dressing. The natural color and casual style of the shirt makes it a little more difficult to pair with the dressier pieces in my closet, but the superfine finish and body hugging fit really elevates “casual wear” into something more sophisticated. Simply put, the top is perfect with denim, cargo pants, skinny pants and even chic with a pencil skirt for work.  I personally matched it with a black Alexander Wang draped silk skirt and tied the entire look together with a cognac belt from Barneys.  The natural blonde color of the top tied together the black and brown perfectly without being too stark against either color.

The feel of the top is very comfortable and soft, though ever so slightly rougher than jersey.  However, what I love about the wool is that it retains its shape extremely well.  In the past I’ve had some trouble with my tee shirts looking and feeling droopy after just a couple of wears but I absolutely love how form fitting my Ramblers Way tee has stayed after multiple wears. Oh and one more thing- the natural wool fiber repels moisture and odors so my shirt wasn’t a wet smelly mess after 12 hours of go-go-go. A definite summer perk.

Curious about Rambler’s Way?  If you like to lead a green and organic lifestyle, definitely check out their website below!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Bloomingdale’s. All opinions are 100% mine.

Love to shop?  (So do we!!)

One of TDO’s favorite designers, Rebecca Minkoff and Bloomingdale’s have partnered in a “Design your own Tote” contest- where you will be able to design (virtually)  a reusable tote bag!  TDO Editor Carolyn has designed one herself (see above) by logging onto the Tote-ally Green design contest. Contestants can use the tools on the site to digitally create a design or they can import an image from their own computer.  The one above is of a favorite quote from a friend’s photo album

One winner will be chosen everyday, based on Bloomingdale’s  favorite submissions, and will receive a $100 Gift Card. The contest is already in full swing, running from April 7- April 25, 2010 and submissions will be whittled down to 50 favorites based on user votes. Grand prize winner who will receive a $2,000 shopping spree and the winning design will be sold exclusively at bloomingdales.com. The entrant with the most votes can also win $1000 shopping spree.

So make sure you take some time to design your own tote and share with your friends.The more votes you can get, and the more likely you will win. You can also tweet about it using the hashtag #Bloomies.

Check out some of my favorite links from this week’s Elle.com roundup.

Anne Hathaway’s Hairstyles – Vote for the Alice in Wonderland star’s best dos through the years.  Love that girl- love her hair!

Joe Zee Styles Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford – See how the season’s trends translate for the Today co-hosts.  I love a stylish  makeover!

We’re Just Not That Into You: Undateable Book Preview – Know a girl that dates the worst guys? Ellen Rakieten and Anne Coyle’s hilarious new dating handbook.

Best Hair Tips of 2010 - The most in-demand hair insiders give tips for creating a head-turning do

Spring/Summer 2010 Shopping Guide – Your spring wardrobe starts here—dresses, sandals, separates, jackets, and more

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Happy Tuesday folks. This week, we look to the fashion editors at Elle to tell us exactly what’s hot for summer and fall.

Trend Report: Southern Summer Sundresses – Look good enough to eat in homegrown Louisiana sundresses, denim, and sweet accessories inspired by True Blood’s Sookie Stackhouse.  If you’ve ever fantasized about the life of a Southern Belle, take tips from these runway looks.

Fall 2010 Trends: Paris – Modern minimalism, with a wickedly sexy undertone, made a strong statement on the Paris catwalks.

Fall 2010 Trends: London – British designers broke all the rules, showing loads of prints, peek-a-boo pieces, and dark and moody styles.

Fall 2010 Trends: New York – Strong silhouettes stormed the catwalks—from Alexander Wang’s Wall Street revival to Altuzarra’s fierce fur

Fall 2010 Trends: Milan – A fresh take on power dressing emerged on the Milan runways, tempered by a sexy mix of to-die-for minis.

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Happy Tuesday! Is it just me (and the fact that I was out until 4am last night)…or is the week dragging already?. If you need a midday break like me- check out the latest buzz from Elle.

Ever have a moment when you tried to make a “don’”t a “do?”  So do the professionals.. be sure to check out the Top 10 Beauty Faux Pas Made Popular – These hair and makeup don’ts were dos on the spring 2010 runways.

Still in red carpet mode?  Check out Elle.com’s picks of 2010 Oscar Dresses and and 2010 Oscars: Red Carpet Couples: The chicest Hollywood duos, from Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick to Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony.

Also check out Best Dressed: 2010 Film Independent’s Spirit Awards - We love Carey Mulligan’s dress (see above).

Award season may be when the stars go on their diets but for the rest of us, sunny days in March kick off our summer bikini body weight loss plan.  Learn the secrets from star nutritionist Oz Garcia.

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This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of KAO Brands. All opinions are 100% mine.

Recently we learned about the newest giveaway from KAO Brands: Temptation is Beautiful, where readers can enter to win a trip to Las Vegas for with 3 friends with $1,500 in spending money! In addition, every day they’re giving away a tempting beauty basket (must enter daily) full of goodies from Curel, Jergens, Biore, John Freida, Ban and Guhl.  Longtime readers of TDO know that all of us editors are fans of these reliable products- plus what’s better than a new set of goods to kick off the spring?

I recently signed up myself and took the fun Temptation Quiz to see how tempting my style is.  Results above :)  Be sure to check it out yourself and let us know what your style is…and of course, enter to win goodies and a vacation!  (Contest for US Residents Only)

Happy Tuesday.  Ugh is the work week OVER yet?  Here are some links from our friends at Elle.com to keep your mind off that Excel spread sheet…until lunch anyway.  Enjoy!

Personal Style Quiz – What is your fashion personality? (Editor’s Note: Despite having some (I thought) weird questions, this quiz got my style totally right. Let me know if it gets you too- let’s compare notes!)

Best of Milan Fashion Week: Fall 2010 favorites from the editors.

Would rather see Italian street style than Italian runway style?  Yeah, us too! Check out the latest in Street Chic shot straight from Milan Fashion Week.

Olivia Wilde Photo Shoot – A smoldering Olivia Wilde models Spring’s sexiest trends.

Love Taylor Swift (‘s hair?)  Us too!  Vote for the country music siren’s best coifs through the years.

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Happy March! Check out the latest from our friends over at Elle.com. Below are some of my favorite tips for spring style (because we are all ready!!!)

Spring 2010 Shoe Trends – Make a statement in the season’s hottest footwear—from hard-rocking studs to bohemian beading

Spring 2010 Cocktail Dresses – Get dolled up in spring’s chicest frocks—from bright and beaded to sleek and simple

Spring 2010 Beauty Trend: Glitter Eye Makeup (yes! it is actually wearable) – Sparkling tips and products to play up your eyes

Beauty Top 5: Best Sunscreens The votes are in: These sunscreens keep you covered from head to toe

Alcohol and Calories: Does Drinking Cause Weight Gain? New research suggests that drinking may pack on the pounds even more than you thought

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Now that New York Fashion Week is over, be sure to catch the “Best of” roundup from Elle editors.  (We love the leather body-con dress from Alturazza and will be looking at investnig in the style for our own fall wardrobe!)

And as for current style inspiration?  Check out one of our favorite features from Elle.com, Model’s Off Duty Street Style.

Complement your favorite new outfit with the hottest makeup trends from the Fall 2010 runways.

What’s next in Fashion Month?  The European couture shows! Be sure to catch up on the Spring 2010 collections before they hit the runways for fall in Milan and Paris.

Need more style inspiration?  Find out how to dress like your favorite star in TV’s hit series Glee.

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