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The Look I Want Now: Classic American Sportswear For July 4

I may not be the most patriotic individual, but there’s nothing I love more than classic American sportswear. So to celebrate the birth of our great nation (I sound like Stephen Colbert today), I’m giving a nod to the house of Lauren, Ralph Lauren that is. Have a slice of watermelon, that mayonnaise-y potato salad stuff, watch some fireworks—and make sure you’re also celebrating our unique contribution to the international fashion universe.

 

 

Rugby's not really an American sport but the rusty blue color has a kind of “I’ve been wearing this shirt since before you were born” heritage feeling that seems very hardworking America to me.

 

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Day Two, UPDATE: Kate Middleton Celebrates Canada Day in Reiss Dress

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Kate Middleton is nothing if not a recessionista—today she is rewearing the white Reiss dress she wore in her engagement picture! The Brits love that she favors what they call the "high-street lines" like Zara and H&M, rather than big-name designers (though that will likely change since she is now a duchess, and all). The Reiss white sheath dress with ruffle detail is figure-flattering, but nothing show-stopping--but let's throw some love on that scarlet fascinator. Marissa Webb, Head of Women's Design at J.Crew, says "Love the pop of red! I'm a huge advocate of putting your accessories to work." Because it's Canada Day, and guess what Canada's national colors are! So she's dressed like the flag! Go, KMid!

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Designer Peter Som on Passion, Inspiration … and Pasta

is offering an exclusive 35 percent off to Francesco Clark, the super-inspiring founder of Clark's Botanicals and author of Walking Papers, started his truly amazing skincare line (ok, skincare plus some pretty incredible lip glosses) out of necessity. In search of a treatment for his chronically irritated skin (a side effect of losing the ability to both walk and sweat after a tragic diving accident), Clark began developing all-natural, botanically derived solutions of his own. Not only will Francesco be guest-blogging for us all week (he's interviewing everyone from Rosie to Peter Som), but this month only, Clarksbotanicals.comLucky
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The Most Beautiful Celebrity Couples

Rachel Weisz and Daniel (James Bond) Craig tied the knot this weekend, after eighteen months of whirlwind-ish romance following their meeting on the set of Dream House. We love when two beautiful people come together to form an even more beautiful unit, and the Weisz-Craigs made us think of several other gorgeous unions we’ve enjoyed. Click here for our picks.

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