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Accessorizing Formalwear with Color

As I mentioned in a recent Weekend Reads, I love awards shows, including the Emmys, which took place recently. My favorite look from the evening was also the person whose speech I loved the mostโ€”Candice Bergen. I love how she was accessorizing formalwear with color. Bergen's look is a favorite because it's really easily translated… Continue Reading Accessorizing Formalwear with Color

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