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As cage fighting's popularity grows, Tapout label no longer battles for recognition
L.A.-based trio's clothing line taps into mixed martial arts craze.
Monica Corcoran muses on the culture of keeping up appearances in Hollywood and beyond.
ALL THE RAGE
The Academy Award-winning actress sinks her teeth into the role of the legendary designer but these days, she's happy in sweats.
Until time reveals more of the Alaska governor's substance, we can't help but study the Republican VP nominee's style.
STYLE PROFILE
They've ditched the T-shirt-and-jeans look and are talking about Dior Homme suits, A.P.C. jeans, ascots and maybe even their own clothing line.
THE BIG DEAL
Answering a demand for vintage pieces, Fila will reissue clothing from its first tennis collection, the White Line.
THE LIST
The 1990s looks from Comme des Garçons, Yohji Yamamoto, Issey Miyake and Undercover among others will be offered.
BEAUTY
Celebs such as Brooke Shields and Keira Knightley and designers such as Prada and Donna Karan are thickening the lines.
BEAUTY
Anastasia Soare, the aesthetician who's turned her talent for taming arches into a Hollywood eyebrow empire, shares her tips.
FALL FASHION
Los Angeles' Union Station is the setting for a rewrite of the season's dark tones that adds Hollywood flair to create a timeless wardrobe.
STREET STYLE
In a 21st century twist, museum visitors will be digitally photographed for a fashion blog.
ALL THE RAGE
This former New Yorker wants a coat, and she wants it now. And Southern California's ridiculous weather can't stop her.
SHOPPING
But seller, beware: Stores such as Wasteland and Buffalo Exchange can be tough to please. They'll scrutinize style, condition and brand names.
At the Democratic National Convention in Denver, finding folks who put some thought into their attire proves to be a challenge.
THE LIST
Dress for academic success for less, thanks to specials at Marshalls, Target, Lisa Kline Kids and more.
STYLE NOTEBOOK
The head of her own agency once thought her stylists should hang back. Now she arranges licensing deals, branding partnerships and clothing lines ...
MEDIA
Trendsetters know that one small write-up equals mass exposure. And those Daily Candy 'girls' are a force to be reckoned with.
STYLE NOTEBOOK
In the first episode of the Bravo series the stylist to the stars talks about launching her own fashion brand.
BODY POLITIC
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.
BEAUTY
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
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
At 18, the Santa Monica high school student faces everyday teen issues while dreaming of being back on the runway.
SHOP TALK
The Web-based company brings its up-to-the-minute retail model to a new boutique on Melrose.
TRENDS
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
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.
ALL THE RAGE
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.
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
The best stores in the world aren't just about shopping for stuff but also are about experiencing fashion.
SHOPPING
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 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
The laconic actor pairs with splashy golfer Johan Edfors to co-design the Chrome line for Puma that reflects their contrasting personas.
SHOPPING
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
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.
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.

