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Independent Handbag Designer Awards: Submissions Are Open!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 6:20 pm

Handbag designers, get your creative juices flowing! Handbag Designer 101 and InStyle have teamed up for the 6th Annual Independent Handbag Designer Awards, and undiscovered designers have until April 28th to compete for one of seven different awards. Categories include Best Handmade Bag and Most Socially Responsible Bag. Also, a special Fan Favorite category will be voted on by the readers of InStyle.com, and the Best Overall Style & Design winner will have the opportunity to design a capsule collection with Kenneth Cole. Get your applications in at handbagdesigner101.com. You never know—you might win!

See last year’s winners in the gallery!

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Jennifer Lopez, American Idol, Tory BurchCourtesy of Fox; Courtesy of Tory Burch

American Idol Style: Jennifer Lopez’s Tory Burch Jacket and More!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 6:15 pm

On last night’s episode of American Idol, Jennifer Lopez took a seat at the judge’s table in Tory Burch’s metallic tweed “Sairy” jacket. Lopez paired the fall 2011 piece with a simple white blouse, stacks of bangles and multiple cocktail rings. Find the same topper on sale for $448, down from $895, at toryburch.com.

See more of her hottest looks from this season in the gallery!

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Titanic 3D, Kate Winslet20thCentFox/Courtesy Everett Collection

Titanic 3D Valentine’s Day Screening: Are You Going?

Feb 2, 2012 @ 6:00 pm

Tickets to free Valentine’s Day screenings of Titanic 3D sold out within hours earlier this week, but fans of the 1997 blockbuster can still get their Jack and Rose fix when the movie officially hits theaters April 6th. Tell us: How many times do you plan on watching the epic romance on the big screen? And how many boxes of tissues will you bring?

Plus, see Rose and Jack’s ship kiss and more memorable on-screen smooches in the gallery!

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Celebrity Football Fans: See the Photos!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 5:45 pm
Victoria Beckham, Lady Gaga, Maria MenounosPacific Coast News; The Star-Ledger/Corbis; Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

Super Bowl XLVI is this Sunday, and we’re not the only ones with big love for the ball game. Celebrities love the New York Giants and New England Patriots, including Lady Gaga,  Maria Menounos, and Victoria Beckham‘s son, Romeo. See more of the Patriots and Giants’ most stylish star fans in the gallery!

Rose Walano

TOMS Ballet FlatsCourtesy of TOMS (3)

TOMS Ballet Flats: Now Available!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 5:30 pm

TOMS flats are now available! The charitable shoe company released a collection of ballet flats, complete with leopard, burlap, and suede styles ranging from $74 to $79. And just like with TOMS’ signature linen slip-ons, the brand will donate a pair to a child in need for every purchase. Check out the complete collection on toms.com.

See our favorite flats in the gallery!

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Super Bowl 2012: Giants and Patriots-Inspired Outfit Ideas!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 4:20 pm
Super Bowl OutfitsCourtesy Photo (4); Elsa/Getty; Scott Boehm/Getty

Heading to a Super Bowl party this Sunday? Show your spirit! We’ve come up with cute outfits you’ll love, infused with the colors of New York Giants and New England Patriots, the two teams battling on the field in Super Bowl XLVI. Don’t have a favorite team? We’ve got a neutral option for you, too. Click through the gallery to check out InStyle’s football-inspired outfits, no jersey required.

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— Violet Gaynor

Princess Diana, Mall of AmericaAdam Bettcher/Getty Images

Princess Diana’s Wedding Dress: Coming to the Mall of America!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 3:40 pm

Bloomington, Minnesota’s Mall of America is about to get a dose of royal style, thanks to the new “Diana: A Celebration” exhibit, opening Saturday, February 4th. The pop-up gallery will showcase 28 of the princess’ designer dresses, including her famous David and Elizabeth Emanuel-designed wedding gown encrusted with 10,000 sequins and pearls. Visitors can also expect to see family heirlooms, royal jewels, and home movies. Get your tickets for $26 each at ticketmaster.com, and find out more at mallofamerica.com. The exhibit runs through June 10th.

Plus, see Diana’s Royal Style!

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Caitlin Petreycik

Super Bowl Manicure IdeasCourtesy Photo (4); Jim Rogash/Getty

Super Bowl Sunday: Manicure Ideas for Giants and Patriots Fans!

Feb 2, 2012 @ 3:20 pm

The 2012 Super Bowl is this Sunday! Are you gearing up for the big game? Consider showing off your team spirit with a football-inspired manicure. We came up with ideas for Giants fans, Patriots fans, and even the neutral viewers watching just for the hilarious commercials. See our nail polish design ideas in the gallery, complete with instructions on how to tackle them for yourself!

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