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Stop and shop on your way to the beach

2013-05-22 04:46:00

Going to the beach doesn't simply mean getting a killer tan. There's also plenty of great fashion and home d�cor finds along the way. Here's a guide to places to shop while visiting the shore. Ron Jon Surf Shop The iconic retailer, now based in...

A first glimpse at fall fashion 2013

2013-02-07 05:15:00

It's the dead of winter, which means that while the rest of us get ready for spring, high fashion is already showing us fall. Photos from recent shows in Europe left us mostly breathless — except for a disaster from Chanel. From the monochromatic...

Body scanning fitting rooms come to area malls

2012-12-12 15:33:00

They're calling it the fitting room of the future, an enclosed kiosk in a mall common area that shoppers step into for a free, full (and fully clothed) body scan. After 10 seconds, a shopper emerges, then gets printed recommendations on size, style and�...

Man charged in twin brother's 2007 slaying in Columbia

2011-09-15 16:53:00

When his identical twin brother went missing in 2007, Wael Ali sought to organize a search party in Howard County to hunt for clues. Later, after the discovery of Wasel Ali's body, Wael set up a memorial page on Facebook where he lamented that they'd...

Tales from Black Friday

2011-11-25 11:48:00

As shoppers find the best Black Friday deals and swipe their credit cards, The Baltimore Sun shares their stories. Deals 'better than what we thought' Shortly after 9 a.m., drivers circled the multi-level parking lots at Towson Town Center looking for...

Rainy day at the beach? Here's what to do

2011-05-12 17:31:00

When it's raining and pouring, a beach vacation doesn't have to turn boring. After all, a rainy day at the beach is still better than being at home. While shopping at the outlets and catching a movie are always an option, here are a few others. Ocean...

Retail sales heat up in May amid warmer weather

2013-06-07 00:00:00

Consumers emerged in May to give retailers their best month since January, lured by warmer weather and the confidence lift from the surging stock market and rising housing prices. Same-store sales increased 4.8% from a year earlier, beating expectations...

Designer Daniella Helayel out at Issa London

2013-05-23 09:17:00

Issa London designer Daniella Helayel, who created the highly publicized blue dress worn by Kate Middleton on the occasion of her engagement announcement, is leaving the label she founded, the company announced Thursday. She will be succeeded by Blue...

Morning Anchor: Frequently Asked Questions

2013-05-13 10:37:00

Being on TV is bound to raise a few questions from viewers.� Here's a look at some of the things folks ask me about from time to time: The question I get asked most often, what time do you get up for work? 3am. Laughter typically ensues following my...

Vivienne Westwood to design new uniforms for Virgin Atlantic

2013-05-02 10:25:00

Virgin Atlantic Airways has tapped fashion designer Vivienne Westwood to redesign its uniforms the airline announced Thursday. The partnership between the two British brands will result in newly designed -- and eco-friendly -- uniforms for about 7,500...

Taylor Swift stands out at American Academy of Country Music Awards

2013-04-08 08:50:00

Taylor Swift was not a big winner at the American Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday in Las Vegas. The performer/songwriter who took home a basketful of awards, including female vocalist of the year, was Miranda Lambert. (But Swift,�in her Dolce...

Keep your spirits and wardrobe bright, even when it's freezing

2013-03-20 14:30:00

It appears that Punxsutawney Phil was wrong this year. Spring is definitely not coming early. Across the nation, it is still, for lack of a more effective phrase, pretty freaking cold. I was almost blown off the street by the wind walking to my bus...

After strong showings in New York during the past couple of fashion weeks and an anticipated collaboration collection with Banana Republic, Milly is on a high. The latest crop of spring handbags is also stellar. Trillium has a slew of the them in the hottest colors and shapes of the season.

2013-04-09 00:00:00

The ensemble Jessica D'Argenio Waller, 27, put together for the "Out of Order" event at Maryland Art Place shows why this Owings Mills resident is fashion editor at Girls Life Magazine. She wore a white T-shirt from everlane.com with black sequined J.

2013-04-05 00:00:00

Shakurah Charles -- who describes herself as an eclectic, colorful and playful fashionista -- loves to debut new ensembles every day of the week. It's become somewhat of a mantra. "I hate to wear the same exact thing more than once," the 25-year-old Parkville resident said.

2013-03-12 00:00:00