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Here's How To Style Your Favorite Fall Scarves

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Here at HuffPost Style, we're all about dressing for fall. Because really, any season that involves sweatpants, cozy flannels and the perfect pair of boots is reason enough to be a sartorial favorite.

But what's even better than autumn clothing? Autumn accessories, of course. Scarves are not only a great way to pull your entire look together, but they're pretty versatile, too. In fact, we've decided to show you just how easy it is to style your neck adornments in all types of ways.

So whether you're into big, drapey blankets or small, silk neckties, the possibilities for scarf season are endless. We chose the scarves (and the dance moves) that fit each of our personalities to prove it.

Check out our looks below to fuel your fall fashion inspiration, and happy styling!

The Poncho Scarf


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Shop this look: Senor Tyrone Burgundy Peacock Women's Poncho, $125

The Circle Scarf


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Shop this look: Urban Outfitters Marbled Knit Eternity Scarf, $34

The Silk Scarf


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Shop this look: Ann Taylor Signature Chain Link Silk Scarf, $59.50

The Lightweight Scarf


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Shop this look: Theodora & Callum Navy Wearable Art Scarf, $155.00

The Blanket Scarf


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Shop this look: Asos Plaid Wrap Cape, $38.07

13 Scary Movies You Can Stream On Netflix For Halloween

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Halloween is coming. Time to set about planning what sexy "Frozen" character you are going to dress up as and start watching scary movies. The "horror movie" genre page on Netflix is pretty crowded, but there's enough quality stuff buried in there. No need to get your nightmares from something random like "Return Of The Killer Tomatoes." Here's a nice mix of campy, classic and just plain terrifying stuff available to stream right now.

"Rosemary's Baby"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "A frightening tale of Satanism and pregnancy that is even more disturbing than it sounds thanks to convincing and committed performances by Mia Farrow and Ruth Gordon."


"The Cabin In The Woods"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "'The Cabin in the Woods' is an astonishing meta-feat, capable of being funny, strange, and scary -- frequently all at the same time."


"Antichrist"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "Gruesome, explicit and highly controversial; Lars Von Trier's arthouse-horror, though beautifully shot, is no easy ride."


"The Blair Witch Project"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "Full of creepy campfire scares, mock-doc 'The Blair Witch' Project keeps audiences in the dark about its titular villain -- thus proving that imagination can be as scary as anything onscreen."


"The Fly"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "Deliciously funny to some and eerily prescient to others, 'The Fly' walks a fine line between shlocky fun and unnerving nature parable."


"Silence Of The Lambs"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "Director Jonathan Demme's smart, taut thriller teeters on the edge between psychological study and all-out horror, and benefits greatly from stellar performances by Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster."


"American Psycho"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "If it falls short of the deadly satire of Bret Easton Ellis' novel, 'American Psycho' still finds its own blend of horror and humor, thanks in part to a fittingly creepy performance by Christian Bale."


"The House Of The Devil"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "Though its underlying themes are familiar, 'House of the Devil' effectively sheds the loud and gory cliches of contemporary horror to deliver a tense, slowly building throwback to the fright flicks of decades past."


"Let The Right One In"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "'Let the Right One In' reinvigorates the seemingly tired vampire genre by effectively mixing scares with intelligent storytelling."


"Cropsey"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "Riveting and bone-chillingly creepy, 'Cropsey' manages to be one of the best documentaries and one of the best horror movies of the year."


"Scream"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "A great mixed of bone chilling suspense and witty dialogues."


"Scream 2"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "It is scarier and funnier than the original."


"Carrie"
Rotten Tomatoes Critic Consensus: "'Carrie' is a horrifying look at supernatural powers, high school cruelty, and teen angst -- and it brings us one of the most memorable and disturbing prom scenes in history."

We Asked Women How They Really Feel About Ambition -- This Is What They Had To Say

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Over the last 40 years, ambition and success have become loaded terms, especially for women: Now that we can do it all, does that mean that we should? It depends on who -- and when -- you ask.

A recent nationwide "Success Poll" by Real Simple and Time found that women jump into the career world hungry for success -- 73 percent of women in their 20s ranked it as "very important" -- but that eager majority falls to 61 percent for women in their 30s, 50 percent for women in their 40s and 50s until it drops down to 37 percent for women in their 60s.

With women outnumbering men at universities and increasingly taking on household breadwinning roles, it's easy to wonder why this ambition drop-off occurs. Is the circus-level juggling act of "having it all" to blame? What about inter-office gender discrimination? Or is it that not all working women even want to "lean in" close enough to reach CEO-status?

If only there was one simple answer.

HuffPost Women decided to talk to working women between the ages of 25 and 45 to see how they internalized contemporary messages about success and how that influence manifested in their careers. Despite what you may have heard, there's not one blanket answer: The intersection of a woman's work and personal life is a unique, not a universal, experience. Read their stories below.

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shelly
"I always knew I was good in math and sciences growing up, but I didn’t really know what to do with it. Engineering was not something that was presented as an option, especially to women. In college, I started out in accounting, but I thought 'this is going to be very boring.' When I found engineering, I was immediately like, 'this is what I need to do.'

After I finished my master’s I transferred to a job in Atlanta. I was seeing a guy and I got pregnant, but we were not working out. I was 30 at the time. I had a good job and I owned my own house, so I decided I would have a baby on my own. I had these dreams of being this super career woman, with a kid, thinking I could do it all. But it was just me and this baby -- all of my family was still in Louisiana. About six months in, I applied to go back to my old job so I could be with my family. It was a hard decision, because I’ve always seen myself as very career-oriented, but becoming a mother helped me find balance in ways I didn’t know it would.

I love that my son, who is 9, spends time with his family. I love that he is close to his grandparents. If I was still my late-20, early 30-year-old self, I probably would look at myself now and think, 'Oh, I’m 40 and I’m still at this level? I should have been way past that by now.' I see women who are my age who are far more advanced in their careers and I do sometimes still feel a twinge of, I don’t want to say jealousy, but of 'I should’ve been doing that.' But I do see myself as successful. I look back and say, 'This is the path that I chose -- and look how great my son is doing.'"
-- Shelly, 40, aerospace engineer in Louisiana

jami
"I've been here for about four years and I’ve had three different titles. So I'm one that's always trying to reach the top … I feel like a lot of my friends are OK with stability of jobs, as opposed to wanting to move up within the company. I think they're kind of happy getting a paycheck and doing their daily tasks, whereas I feel like I'm a little bit more ambitious in the fact that I want that higher title, I want that higher pay and I work longer hours to make sure that I can get there.

In comparison to my friends, I do feel like I'm successful. But that's because I want to be, and I work hard. I have a couple of girlfriends who have good jobs and who have pursued higher education -- they have MBAs -- but not very many. Most of them have graduated college, but they're really OK with doing the secretary jobs. Because that's not what they want out of life. They want to be able to raise kids. This sounds terrible, but I'd rather make money and be a part of a team and be in the corporate world. I feel like I will always work, no matter if I have kids or win the lottery. That's just who I am."
--Jami, 28, Product Manager in Texas

jennie
"I have a 4-year-old daughter, and I would just like to be able to provide her with the best living that I possibly can. It's more money-driven, my desire to succeed.

I've heard that if you're in a job and you haven't advanced within three to four years of being there, then it's time to look for another job. That's kind of the rule of thumb that I live by. Don't try to get too comfortable and continue to challenge myself and figure out what it is that I want to do. Given my age and given the knowledge of just how many people that are coming into the workforce at a younger age, there definitely is more pressure to get to a higher level if that's where you want to be, just for worry of what's coming behind you."
--Jennie, 34, Telecommunications Specialist in Washington D.C.

linh
"When I see someone around my age who I feel like I’m nowhere near, I start stressing. I did that a lot at the beginning of my career, but now I’m learning that’s not something I need to do. When I first started my career, my goal was to be in a management position by the time I was 30, but that hasn’t happened yet, and I’m actually OK with that. I feel like I still have a lot to learn. I’ve sat down multiple times to try and write down a clear career path for myself, like, 'What do I want to do to get where I want to be?' The problem is, sometimes I don’t really know where I want to be. I know I want to continue to work in PR, but I’m not sure what industry I want to be in. I would love to be at the top of my field, in terms of being a subject-matter expert and having whoever I’m working with really trust my decisions. But it’s not about having a specific title."
-- Linh, 29, Public relations specialist in Texas

adriana
"I actually started at my first company as a receptionist when I was 19. I wanted to get my degree in construction management, but what ended up happening was that I'm the eldest of three kids and my parents are Mexican immigrants. I didn't really have time for school, because I had to work and help my parents bring in the bacon. I stayed in that company and they taught me from the ground up with no degree. It's awesome, but it's tough because there's sexual harassment all of the time.

I don't literally want to be with the guys -- I just want to make as much as they do, but there's always an obstacle placed in front of you. As a woman in the construction field, you have to work 10 times harder than a guy because not only do you have to do what they do, but then you have to do all of the little tedious administrative duties that they think a woman should be doing. They shouldn't be creating labels or excel spreadsheets -- that’s a woman's job. But I feel like man or woman, if you work hard enough, people notice that. If you work hard for anything, you almost will for sure get it. You never know, though. I could be saying this and five years down the line, I'll be singing a different tune."
--Adriana, 30, Project Engineer in California

dina
"Of course, everybody feels pressure to do more. A lot of it comes from myself, but a lot of it is from media. You see a lot of successful women in the news right now. Even though they're still a minority in those positions, you see a lot more of it now, so sometimes you kind of aim to be those women. Even the way women are portrayed on TV shows, in their suits. They're supposed to look extremely gorgeous and very fashionable and it's often hard to look that way and be that way. I wouldn't like to be at the top of my field, maybe middle management, rather than at the very top. I definitely feel pressure to be successful, but I just don't think that that type of lifestyle would meet my desires. I want to travel, and the level of commitment that's required for someone in a senior executive position just isn't something I could see myself being able to do."
--Dina, 30, Marketing Coordinator, Canada

christine
"I totally feel like I'm on the right track. There's always more to do, but there's never been any pressure, like, 'If I don't reach this goal, I won't be successful.' I measure success by 'Are we still growing?' It doesn't matter if I'm talking about two people or 10 people. It's measured in how we're growing as a company. My individual success is tied into that.

Really what it comes down to is what makes you happy. If you feel like you want to be that superstar parent, go for it it. Do it. In an ideal world, in 10 years, I'd probably have a kid and I'd probably be working part-time. I think my focus would probably be more geared towards being a mom and being that support system. Kids today need that."
--Christine, 30, Recruiter in Maryland

danika
"Emergency medicine is a beautiful field in that it is very broad -- you work with both adults and kids, and you have to know a lot. You're the expert in handling the first 15 to 20 minutes of any emergency. But I also enjoy the lifestyle it provides. You can work a shift, and at the end of that shift, you're done. You don't have to be on call. You can have a life, and children. I just had my third.

I'm very ambitious, which to me, means being a go-getter. I've been that way since middle school and high school. I'm maybe less ambitious as my focus has shifted to my children, but I'm being patient about it. I don't feel sad -- at all -- about what I've been doing the last couple of years. I'll know when it's time to rev back up. I do have a desire to be at the top, to have more of a public platform as a physician, and I also have artistic aspirations. I'm incredibly interested in design and party planning, and have a strategy for developing a side business -- the design doctor! I'd like to get there before I'm 40. That's a big number for me.
--Danika, 35, Emergency room physician in Texas

sheila
"I was a stay-at-home mom for nine years. I got married right out of high school and we had two kids, who are now 18 and 14. When we divorced, I took a job at one of the local banks, which was my first full-time job. Eventually, I moved to the company where I am now.

I don’t have a very good five or 10 year plan. My kids will both be gone in five years and I don’t know where I'll be, because I’m a mom first and then I work. But I do think I’m more ambitious now than when I was younger. The younger Sheila may not have realized how important work-life balance is, because she wasn’t used to working. Five years ago, I would have looked at women who got to stay home with their children and thought, “Oh, they’re so lucky.” But the more that I mature, and the more my children mature, the less I feel that way. Now I realize how important it is, for me, to stand on my own two feet."
-- Sheila, 37, data documentation specialist for rocket systems company in Virginia

lindsay
"I’m am a relatively new partner at a large law firm, where I do a lot of class action work and a lot of product liability work. I started law school right after college, then took a judicial clerkship in Minnesota, and have been in private practice at large law firms ever since -- for the past 9 years or so.

There are a lot of ways to be at the top of my field. I would consider the very top to be a supreme court justice, and I don’t think that’s in my future [laughs] -- I am not going to be the next Ruth Bader Ginsburg. But I would like to be a top person, maybe a managing partner at a law firm, or a general counsel for a company. I think it could be in my future, certainly not in the next 10 years, but maybe in the next 20. But it’s still very difficult for women in law firms. There are not very many women at the top, although I have had a couple of women who were equity partners in the firm who have really had my back, and that has been huge. It’s still a very male, competitive profession; you have to be assertive and advocate for yourself, but not cross that very, very fine line where suddenly you’re perceived as 'bitchy.'"
--Lindsay, 34, attorney in California

*Interviews have been condensed and edited.


Photographer Uses Brain Waves To Reveal What People Really Want To Look Like

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They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but what happens when that beholder is your own subconscious? Photographer Scott Chasserot put that to the test with his project, "Original Ideal."

"What do we find instinctively beautiful in the human face, and how does this translate to self-image?" he asks on the project's website.

To find out, Chasserot asked people to pose for a simple, unadorned headshot in his studio. He then made dozens of altered versions of each person's photo, manipulating their looks with editing software. Some of the edits were made according to "scientifically established canons of beauty," according to a video on the project, and others went against such traditional standards.

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Chasserot then presented both the original and altered images to his subjects, while recording their immediate neuroelectric responses with an EEG headset able to detect and translate brainwaves. He reviewed the resulting scans for signs of a positive emotional reaction, which he says allowed him to determine which version of themselves people found most ideal.

Check out what people apparently thought was their "ideal self" below; the original photos are one the left, and the version of their face that provoked the most positive response is on the right.




Original Ideal from Scott Chasserot on Vimeo.



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Lorelai's Worst Outfits In Season 1 Of 'Gilmore Girls'

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Let the record show that we love Lorelai Gilmore. We love her for her coffee addiction, her monologues, her snow obsession, her appetite, her independence, her relationship with Rory and for a trillion other things that make her the coolest mom in Stars Hollow. We do not, however, love her outfits in Season 1 of "Gilmore Girls."

Costume designers Caroline B. Marx and Robin Lewis-West, not to mention the year 2000, are to blame for the sartorial misses. They've got her in triangle headscarves, rhinestone embellishments and scarves attached to dresses that look like they came from the sale section of a Delia's catalogue. It's a pure delight to re-watch the first season of "Gilmore Girls" (new to Netflix!), but the binge-watching is now paired with screams of "WTF are you wearing?!?!?!?!?!" Lorelai Gilmore, we forgive you, but we will never forget your patterned short-sleeved turtlenecks.

Episode 2
What: Laundry Lorelai
Where: Rory's first day at Chilton
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Episode 3
What: Work Wedding Appropriate Lorelai
Where: Independence Inn
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Episode 4
What: B52s Skirt Suit Lorelai
Where: Parent Teacher Night at Chilton
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Episode 4
What: Cool Mom Lorelai
Where: Home
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Episode 4
What: Matchy Matchy Lorelai
Where: Stars Hollow
matching

Episode 4
What: Wild at Work Lorelai
Where: Independence Inn
zebra blouse

Episode 6
What: DIY Velour Gown Lorelai
Where: Rory's Birthday Party
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Episode 6
What: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Lorelai
Where: Home
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Episode 7
What: Housework Lorelai
Where: Home
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Episode 9
What: Back Spasm Lorelai
Where: Home
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Episode 11
What: Ice Princess Lorelai
Where: Home, post-ice skating
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Episode 12
What: Blind Date Lorelai
Where: Stuffy French Restaurant
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Episode 13
What: Coyote Ugly Lorelai
Where: Luke's
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Episode 13
What: Pro-America Lorelai
Where: Home
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Episode 14
What: Short-Sleeved Turtleneck Lorelai
Where: Home
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Episode 18
What: Funky Work Lorelai
Where: Independence Inn
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Episode 19
What: Are You Kidding Me With This Newspaper Print/City Name Blouse Lorelai
Where:Independence Inn
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Sofia Vergara Poses In Bikini Bottoms On The Cover Of Shape Magazine

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Sofia Vergara is 42 and absolutely fabulous.

The "Modern Family" actress stuns in Shape magazine's November issue as she rocks a black bikini with a plunging top and, of course, her famous smile. Vergara opens up about feeling comfortable in her skin and embracing her figure.

"I was always very happy with what I have. I mean, like any woman I'd complain that my thighs were too big or whatever, but I felt comfortable with my curves –- people expected me to have them," she tells Shape. "Then I hit 40 and started seeing a softness everywhere on my body… I knew it was time to do something.”

Vergara has been using the Megaformer machine, which is based on Pilates and the Strengthen, Lengthen and Tone philosophy. She also lifts free weights and drinks vegetable juices. Her motto? "No pain, no cake!"

For more with Sofia Vergara, head over to Shape.com and pick up the November issue on Thursday.

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5 Obstacles to Finding the Perfect Bra

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Every woman wants one: the perfect bra that works under every outfit, looks fabulous on its own, and doesn't cause pain---to our bodies or budgets.

I spent years blaming the lingerie industry for refusing to meet my perfect-bra desires. Then I realized that many of the obstacles to finding the best bra were of my own making. I had to get past my limited thinking to discover what bras work best for me.

If you're having issues with finding the perfect bra, here are a few things that might be in your way:

1) Location. Finding the right bra has a lot to do with where you live. Are you miles from the nearest mall or department store? You may have few bra shopping choices, if any, in your locality. You can approach this problem in two ways (or a third, if you're willing to move). First, you could ask the local store manager to stock your size or brand. Or you could shop online, and broaden your bra horizons.

2) Purchasing Power. This isn't so much about the size of your paycheck but how much you're willing to spend. There's a huge difference between a bra that retails for $12.99 and one that costs $69.99. It's about quality of design, construction, fabric, and notions (hooks, sliders on straps, and wires). Rethinking your bra budget might open up the door to a better fit and style of bra. On the flip side, not every bra in your lingerie wardrobe needs to be of the same quality. Learn to be a savvy shopper.

3) Geography. What's your build? Are you short, tall, thin, athletic, curvy? There are 20+ different bra styles from which to choose. You can't just go by size (from AAA to K in US) but must consider breast placement and body type. Get to know where your boobs rest on your chest (i.e. wide, high, low, or close-set). Factor in features like narrow shoulders or a short-waisted torso. What most of us seek is a custom-made article we hope to find off-the-rack. Being aware of your unique shape and size will make the search easier.

4) Unreal Expectations. The same bra you wear for yoga won't work under a button-down shirt or strapless evening gown. (You wouldn't wear flip-flops with a cocktail dress either.) Make a list of your actual bra needs, whether everyday or special occasion, before you start shopping. Don't forget that proper care will extend the life of your lingerie. It took me years to figure out that my bras didn't belong in the washer or--more importantly--the dryer. Turns out that all those wires poking through were my own damn fault.

5) Personal Style. A bra is the foundation for everything you wear over it. Are you more sporty, fashion-forward, or traditional? You might want a feminine, frilly look or something plain and simple (or both). The perfect bra for you might be a vintage style or a colorful sports bra. There are a gazillion bras to choose from in the wide world of lingerie. You'll have a better chance of finding the perfect bra (for you) if you shop from a source that matches your style.

What about you? What's been your biggest obstacle to finding the perfect bra? Is it your size, location, style, or some other factor?

This article first published on The Breast Life.

Globetrotting Inspired Gorgeous Guest Bedrooms

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Are boutique hotels and bed & breakfasts forever calling your name and making you want to stay on vacation infinitely? Good news, you can make your next staycation WOW-worthy with some of these fun boutique rooms as inspiration. Why not treat the guest bedroom in your home like your own boutique hotel?

1. Avalon Hotel, Beverly Hills

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Why We Love It: This room is cool and soothing to the senses. The sea foam, teal, blue and jade tones are beautifully paired with the cream accents to deliver a bit of glam in a relaxing "ahh" way...

2. Castello Di Vicarello, Italy

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Why We Love It: The Italian Tuscan vibe is represented with gusto in this room through color, texture and the bold pairing of the hand carved and painted headboard with the raw steer and horns. It gives an edgy elegance.

3. Abbott Room at the Round Barn Farm, Vermont

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Why We Love It: This cozy country home-away-from-home delivers warmth and charm. The wood cabin interior, strong furniture, layers of bedding, bold headboard and elegant lighting make you want to curl up and stay in. The cookies on the bench also have a "scratch and sniff" feature in case you were wondering. Give it a try!

4. Hotel St. Germain, Texas

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Why We Love It: This boutique hotel suite uses red and white in a Cirque couture way! It's easy to fall in love with the draped sleigh bed and canopy, sweetheart details and tufted slipper chairs. A room like this screams of spectacular fun!

5. Villa Delle Stelle, Los Angeles

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Why We Love It: This is enchanted cottage suite is full of beautiful details, whimsical art, checkerboard floor and cozy bedding that makes guests feel like they've entered their own romance novel.

6. L' Hotel, Paris

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Why We Love It: If there is ever a time to wow friends it's in a guest bedroom like this. We like to call this "boudoir chic." The chandelier, fur throw, silk pillows shine in their colorful splendor. Add in the velvet slipper chairs and lamp shades with tassel details and guests will long to bring this French Flair back to their own homes.

7. Pomegranate Inn, Maine

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Why We Love It: The garden iris flower wallpaper makes this room very lively! It's full of eclectic features too; the woven headboard, leopard pillows, Asian art, gilded mirrors, whimsical chest of drawers and beautiful silk canopy drapes. It's a spot guests will not forget!

7. Chateau Le Thil Comte Clary, France

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Why We Love It: The French do rustic, elegant and croissants well. This room focuses on the former two. The rough wall and old oak floors are balanced by the simple linen drapery and tailored bedding. The chandelier is in perfect harmony with the warm wooden furniture and traditional art. Can't you just picture the sun coming up through those windows?

8. Parker Hotel, Palm Springs

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Why We Love It: This suite is rich with mid-century decor and whimsical parings. You have to love the bamboo bench, the leopard seat, the vintage lighting that gives the room a bit of edge. Adding in bold art and the simple bed frame with a Moroccan wedding blanket and you find a room that serves as both edgy and comfortable. A perfect blend!

9. Villa Astreo, Italy

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Why We Love It: Green room? More like a dream room! With it's alluring details, beautiful mint tone, warm woods and old world feel you just want to snuggle into bed. The armoire in the corner is the crown jewel of the room along with the antique headboard! We also love the small victorian lamp on the night stand!

10. Ventana Inn, Big Sur

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Why We Love It: This central coast dream hotel brings you to a sophisticated rustic style! It has a minimalist style with clean lines and features plenty of modern charm. Slate flooring, low pile rug, local artwork and pops of color in the pillow and throw accents make this an authentic space for r&r!

We hope that some of these images inspire a dreamy guest bedroom and we wish you luck setting a maximum stay!

#GetYourDesignOn

xo,

Laurel & Wolf


Laurel & Wolf is the world's leading interior design marketplace. We provide online interior design services to residential and commercial spaces powered by our talented community of professional interior designers.

Ariana Grande Ditches Famous 'Do And We Barely Recognize Her

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Ariana Grande has had quite an exciting few months.

Between a performance on "Saturday Night Live" and a second number one album, it's safe to say she and her famous hairstyle have become quite the household name.

Now, however, it looks like Grande is going in a completely new direction. At least when it comes to hairstyles, anyway.

The 21-year-old pop princess stepped out in London on Wednesday, and while she looked super stylish in an all black ensemble, we noticed one very important thing was missing -- that updo. Instead, she styled her long locks in a half-up, half-down blowout.

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We have come to recognize her with her hair slicked back, so we definitely did a double take at this look. Upon further investigation, however, we must admit her hair looks pretty darn great down.

So go on, Ariana. Let your hair down. We're ready for it.

The Models' Best Kept Beauty Secret That Costs Less Than $10!

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It's no secret that models have excellent skin. Whenever we see them, their complexions seem to be healthy and radiant - a far cry from how WE would look if we were under the constant pressure they are say, during fashion month. And while some of this healthy, radiant skin comes from help of professional makeup artists - it became abundantly clear during New York Fashion Week that there is one beauty product that ALL of the girls are using right now, and it's readily available.

That's right, we're talking about Rose Water. It seemed that every single girl we talked to backstage at various shows incorporate Rose Water into their daily routines, from Chloe Norgaard, who told us that she "uses rose water every day as part of her beauty regimen," to Candice Swanepoel, who explained, "I try to keep my skincare really natural and simple. I use rose water spray. It calms my skin after having makeup on all day. I use it on the airplane and I don't go anywhere without it," to Miranda Kerr, who loves her Kora Organics Balancing Rose Mist Spray!

After hearing about rose water backstage at almost every show, we decided to do a little research into it's benefits, and we were surprised to find out that while traditionally used to sooth and tone skin, rose extract has been clinically proven to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, to protect cells against oxidative damage, and to enhance proteins and enzymes that contribute to barrier functions. With all these benefits, it's no wonder that all the girls are using rose water. Check out below where we've rounded up five of our favorite rose water products!

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Heritage Store Rosewater $5.49

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Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater $12

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Chantecaille Pure Rosewater $62

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Kora Organics by Miranda Kerr Balancing Rose Mist $65

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Charlotte Tilbury's Rose Oil Infused Magic Cream $95

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The Cutting Edge of Accessories: The Wooden Bow Tie

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When deciding how to put together a good wardrobe, many men forget about the accessories. An interesting satchel, a colorful pocket square, or a unique bow tie can make all the difference in pushing menswear to the next level. If you're looking to add that extra edge to your ensemble - would you ever imagine that edge being made of wood? Why not a wooden bow tie?


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A new Chicago based company called Monties manufactures premium wood bow ties. The idea behind the wooden bow tie was inspired by a college project that the company's founder Montgomery St. Peter was assigned. While he initially set out to make a wooden cabinet to store bow ties, he ended crafting the ties themselves out of wood.

Here's how the founders described their brand:

Monties combines the resilience and charm of wood with the versatility of fabric to create something sophisticated when tailored together, a contemporary adaptation of the classic bow tie. Currently there are 10 styles of Monties available and three special edition Monties specifically designed for our Kickstarter supporters. All our Monties are unique to their name and guaranteed to make an elegant addition to your wardrobe.



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While Monties does not yet have a brick and mortar store location, they are fundraising on Kickstarter to expand their brand. The goal is to raise $7,500 to cover the production costs of crafting new styles. If you support their fundraiser you can receive a special edition bow tie or even custom design your own. The Kickstarter campaign ends October 28th.

This fall why not be a little daring in your style? Indian rose wood with a pop of plaid would enhance anyone's look, so grab yourself a wooden bow tie! My favorite part is you don't have to fight to tie these bow ties...but that's just me being lazy. Good luck meeting your goal Monties!

TIME Asked Men Why They Would Date A Woman Over 30. So, We Did Too.

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TIME recently did an investigative deep dive* into the perplexing question of why anyone would deign to date a haggard old woman over the age of 30.

Eager to know more about this crazy phenomenon, we also asked men** why they would be open to romancing a lady who was alive before "Back To The Future" came out. Here's what they had to say:

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"30-somethings -- so hot right now." -Rich, 31, just complimented himself



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"Is this a trick question?" -Jeremy, 35, great on Tinder



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"Could you repeat that? I couldn't hear you." -Merv, 83, doesn't look like this anymore



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"I've got bigger things to worry about." -Jerry, 29, has his head on backwards



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"I wouldn't." -Tom, 34, gay



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"... ... ..." -Pete, 27, speaks with his eyes



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"Is everyone else doing it?" -John, 38, hipster



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"Did you seriously interrupt my run for this sh*t?" -Bill, 54, pissed off and stretching



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"Why did you even ask me this question?" -Kevin, 30, normal dude



*It was not investigative, nor a deep dive.
**Not real names... or real men

Halloween Costumes That You Can't Miss: Model Edition

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This post was originally published on Haute Talk.

Halloween is almost here and we couldn't be any more excited! This tradition of dressing up as a sexy school teacher, nurse and basically anything that requires as little clothing as possible is pretty unoriginal. Yes, we know this is the one time of year that you're given a free pass to dress as whatever you would like, but let's class it up a little, shall we? And trust us, there's nothing sexier than being funny, cute and warm!

Who knows this best? Victoria Secret models and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit models. If they can dress up in actual costumes and still look adorable then so can we! Here are a few must-see Halloween costume ideas from our favorite models to help inspire you this year.


 Who better to recreate the Mario Party Family than happy couple John Legend and Chrissy Teigen?     







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Leave it to Cara Delevingne to have the goofiest costume of all. We love their breakfast combo!





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Portugal princess Sara Sampaio was so adorable dressed as a Teletubby.    







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How cute are Candice's  playful kitty ears?


Brooklyn Decker's  bear costume is a-mazing. 








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Sports Illustrated model Emily Ratajkowski definitely rocked this Cruella inspired costume.





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Horror night!


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And the best makeup award goes to Chanel Iman!


Alessandra Ambrosio is fully clothed, fully sexy and fully festive!







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Miranda Kerr's costume is simple and yet so adorable.


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Paula Patton Files For Divorce From Robin Thicke

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Paula Patton has filed for divorce from Robin Thicke and is asking for joint custody of their son.


The "Precious" and "2 Guns" actress filed for divorce from the "Blurred Lines" and "Give It 2 U" singer Friday in Los Angeles, citing "irreconcilable differences."


The 38-year-old actress and 37-year-old singer announced they were separating in February after nine years of marriage. They have a 4-year-old son.


Patton was the inspiration behind much of Thicke's music and appeared in some of his videos.


The crooner's latest album, "Paula," sold only 24,000 units in the U.S. when it was released in July. Thicke's previous album, "Blurred Lines," sold 177,000 units when it debuted last year.


Thicke promoted "Paula" with several public appearances that were accompanied by reconciliation pleas.

This Is The Hat To Have For Fall

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Somewhere between the fedora and a cowboy hat -- with a wide brim, structured shape and '70s vibe -- is the hat to have right now. Get inspired by the icons who wore it well first and see who's rocking the millinery in a truly modern way.

Watching The Birth And Death Of A Beard Is Weirdly Mesmerizing

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Rest in peace, beard.

Canadian videographer Nick Mirka made good use of his video camera this year when he documented the birth and death of his beard in a passion project called "The Life of a Beard."

"The video itself was actually cathartic," Mirka, who works with broadcasting and media production company Mitchell Reilly Pictures, wrote in an email to The Huffington Post. "I was ending an incredibly busy season, balancing my old job of real estate while trying to establish my video production company."

Watch his facial hair go through all phases -- from 5 o'clock shadow, to scruff, to full-on glorious beard and, finally, back to baby smooth.

Mirka said he did not use any special products like oils or waxes for his facial hair, though he did shampoo and comb it daily.

"In the end it was at my wife's request that I lose the 'wooly mammoth' look," he confessed.

Poor beard never saw it coming.

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Thinking of growing some facial hair? There are plenty of grooming ideas to choose from. You can even browse a beard scholar's analysis of what different facial hair styles say about you.

H/T BroBible

The Best Moments From Michelle Obama's 'Celebration Of Design'

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We'll chalk up not receiving an e-vite to the "Celebration of Design" event at the White House on Wednesday to some sort of computer glitch. Nonetheless, we did get to live vicariously through Michelle Obama and her guests, such as fashion designers and executives like Diane Von Furstenberg, Naomi Campbell and Eva Chen and 150 students, thanks to Instagram.

Attendees snapped photos in front of iconic portraits (hello, Jackie O) of FLOTUS' fabulous dress (designed by one of the students) and of each other mingling at the event. Needless to say, the whole thing was pretty envy-inducing.

The best part of all, however, is arguably the reason she held the event in the first place: to give students interested in pursuing a career in fashion the opportunity to attend workshops and rub elbows with some of the biggest names in the business. “Fashion is about so much more than just a pretty pair of pumps or the perfect hemline. For so many people across the country, it is a calling, it is a career, and it’s a way they feed their families," she told the crowd, according to WWD.

Here are some of our favorite moments from the Celebration of Design / Fashion EDU event:

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Technical design. Pattern making. Production management. Construction. The fashion professionals at today's #FashionEdu Workshop talked with students about the shortage of workers with these skills. Getting a college degree gives students the opportunity to master these techniques as they enter the industry. #ReachHigher (Photo by @Ge0rginaChapman)

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Eva + Abe + Chuck #CelebrationofDesign @whitehouse #FashionEdu

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Jackie, @prabalgurung, and me at the White House. #fashionedu

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@iamnaomicampbell #theWhiteHouse Thank You @michelleobama

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The First Lady @michelleobama with our First Lady of Fashion @voguemagazine #FashionEdu @whitehouse @reachhigher2020

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Naeem having a chat with @michelleobama at today's Fashion Education Workshop at the @whitehouse #fashionedu @reachhigher2020 #flotus #naeemkhan #whitehouse

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Oh what a night.. Cocktail party at #WhiteHouse with @jasonwu after an inspiring day with the students for the #FashionEdu workshop and some amazing talented designers. Honored to have participated. Thank you First Lady #MichelleObama for this historical day.#fashionicon#reachhigher2020 #businessoffashion #jhlr #valentino #vogue#thejourneycontinues#entrepreneurship#blessed #boldmoves #designers#vbh

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@michelleobama earlier today with a dress designed by Chelsea Chen (FIT student and designer) who was mentored by @therealphilliplim #FashionEdu

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What a fun night with @iamnaomicampbell at the @whitehouse @reachhigher2020

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30 Extreme Piercings That Put Single Studs To Shame

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Once upon a time, simple, single pairs of stud and hoop earrings reigned supreme, and dramatic piercings were strictly for punk girls who talked about Dead Kennedys a lot, and got detention more than was advisable. But, now, more ladies than ever are dipping a toe into the multiple-piercing trend -- which means it's become less bad-girl and more just-plain-badass. It can even be really, really pretty.

9 Ways To Fancy Up A Jumpsuit

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The jumpsuit is the solution to our lazy-day problems -- it's an outfit-in-one that's easy and comfortable to wear.

But when we're feeling extra fancy, the onsie serves as a blank canvas to build upon with layers, accessories, and very cool shoes. Depending on how it's style, a jumpsuit can work for anything from a Sunday brunch to a casual dinner to a downtown soirée.

Check out 9 ways to style that hassle-free jumpsuit below.

Belt it to create a stylish illusion.
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BASE Range Linen Overall, Estradeur Fauxe Fur Jacket, UNIQLO Women Idlf Clean Skinny Belt, Jaycee Leather Loafers; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/konstantina


Get one with a comfy fabric, similar to your sweatshirts.
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Bon'a Parte Jumpsuit (similar here), Topshop Patchwork Cable Cardigan, Chuck Taylors Canvas High-Top Sneakers, H&M Imitation Leather Rucksack (similar here); Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/RomaloB



Convert your summer romper into a fall staple with tights.
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Miss Selfridge Petites Fuschia Romper, Sperry Top-Sider Ribbed Tights, Dr. Martens 1919 Boots, H&M Coat In Wool Mix; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/thrillhunter



Try an unexpected silhouette.
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Vera Mont Chiffon Halterneck Jumpsuit, Brian Atwood Taupe Patent Besame Pumps, Madewell Bar Stacking Rings, Jil Sander Womens Rubber Fine Envelope Clutch Bag; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/neryhdez



Go all out in a printastic onesie.
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Love Nude Floral V Neck Elastic Waist Jumpsuit, New Balance 501 Classic Run Shoes, Mykita x Maison Martin Margiela Dual Sunglasses, NYX Butter Lipstick; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/adash_offash



Keep things minimal, since a jumpsuit is already pretty special.
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Valerie Kimono Jumpsuit (similar here), H&M Short Necklace, H&M Chelsea Boots, Charlotte Tilbury KISSING Lipstick In Bitch Perfect; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/ellemay


Pair it with a cool blazer.
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T By Alexander Wang Sleeveless Silk Twill Romper, Jane Norman Printed Check Blazer (similar here), Siren Kayla Black Suede Shoes, Givenchy Medium Obsedia Tote; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/maisonnoire



Offset a monochromatic look with neon accents.
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A.F. Vandevorst Button Fastening Denim Jumpsuit, MM6 By Maison Martin Margiela Cocoon Coat, ASOS Potential Suede Pointed Heels (similar here), ESQ Movado One Analog Display Swiss Quartz Green Watch; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/VeronicaP



Vibe with a vintage, well, vibe from head-to-toe.
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Vintage Versace Plunge Knit Jumpsuit (similar here), ASOS Turban Hat, Vintage Christian Lacroix 1980s Gold Scroll Collar Necklace, ModCloth Vintage Inspired Tea On The Train Heel; Photo courtesy: Lookbook.nu/mayowaolutade



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This Adorable Bag Just Might Be The Best Carry On Bag Out There

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One of the reasons celebrities look so good while traveling is because, well, they're celebrities. Upon further investigation, however, it seems like the real reason they always look so good is that they are never really carrying anything.

Unfortunately, for us regular folk, traveling isn't nearly as glamorous. Between getting our hair stuck under those heavy duffels, unraveling hours worth of hard work to get our laptops in a separate bin for screening and breaking a sweat trying to drag our two-wheeled suitcases through the terminal, bringing luggage on the plane with you can be kind of a nightmare.

Enter Lo & Sons' line of overnight bags. These handy carry ons not only have a separate pouch for your laptop, they also feature an internal strap that hooks DIRECTLY ON TO YOUR SUITCASE. Oh, and did we mention that they come in a range of awesome colors and are super cute, too?

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So say goodbye to the days of bags falling off the side of your suitcase and spilling out over the floor (we've all been there,) and hello to a less painful carry on experience.

Head to Lo & Sons to purchase.

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