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Designer Stephanie Keremes works on a dress in her Downtown apartment.

Alterations to old dresses and online bargains sew up a high-end look

This holiday season, savvy shoppers are learning that the road to couture might run through their current wardrobe. (11/18/2009)

Stephanie Keremes

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Her: Shredded silk two-piece corset and skirt, $1,700, by Maison Martin Margiela Him: Suit with chain detail pocket by Jean Paul Gaultier, $1,550. shirt by Issey Miyake, $450. Shoes by Jean Paul Gautier. All available at Emphatics, Downtown.

Plush: Holiday season glimmers with dramatic and luxurious fashion

The holiday season is upon us and it's time to start dreaming, celebrating and creating magical memories. This year, more than ever, is about being with family and friends. (11/18/2009)

Shredded silk corset

Rent this Prada Medium Metallic Strip Handbag for $111 a week.

Sparkle like celebrities with rented fashions and jewelry

When Holly Lattanzi married Jacob DiCesare in Heinz Chapel last year, her heart belonged to her new husband, but her earrings belonged to someone else. (11/18/2009)

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	Bulgari

The Burberry loop is reversible and also can be worn over the head as a hood, $195, at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Plush: Winter style forecast

This winter, designers have created hooded scarves and detailed tights to make accessorizing your cold weather wardrobe reasonable and elegant. (11/18/2009)

Plush: Winter forecast

Christian Siriano black Elisa strappy sandal, $30 at Payless.

Plush: Affordable couture

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em. In the past five years, more and more couture designers are partnering with corporate retailers to give the average buyer a chance to own an original design instead of the chop house version. (11/18/2009)

Plush: Affordable couture

Wednesday, November 18, 2009