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Nearly everyone in Jordan Scott’s life is a director.
“They’re everywhere,” she says, sitting in her West Hollywood office. “We live on top of each other.” There’s her father, Ridley (American Gangster), and her uncle, Tony...
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How to Wear a Mini Skirt with Style
The trick to revealing skin - be it legs or arms & collar-area - lies in one simple, yet essential element: balance. There is a thin line between looking fab and committing a nasty style faux pas. Read more
Supermodel - Donna Feldman
When we say the word “hot,” we actually mean actress/supermodel Donna Feldman. We got the chance to chat with Donna and find out more about the beauty and her inner beauty. Find out her life passions and how it felt to be voted one of the hottest women in the world. Read more
SUPERMODEL - betsie d.
With legs for days and lips to long for, Betsie Dsane definitely has a killer look. There’s no doubt about that. In this Elite Model of the Week interview, we find out about Betsie’s loves, The LookBook and her favorite room. Read more
SUPER MODEL - JULIA CHERNESKY
Armed as a triple threat with her beauty, passion, and humility, high fashion model Julia Chernetsky is SHY’s weekly featured elite model of the week. Catching up with this beauty is an affirmation of how far a dream can travel. Read more
SHY's Fab Cover Model
A model and aspiring news reporter/anchor, Comfort, 24, may be coming to a news channel near you. With her degree in Broadcast Journalism and an internship at WUSA 9 under her belt, Comfort is taking the steps necessary to make it happen. Read more
White Fashion Trend
If you need a break from the bright fashion trend and Technicolor patterns making waves in the trend-pool this season you’ll be relieved to hear that equally fashionable on the streets this season - if a little tougher to keep clean - is pure, simple, white fashion. Read more
DMV's Elite Model
Tyra Banks better watch out for Ramatu Barry. This pretty young thing is about to take on the fashion industry full throttle. With well-rounded aspirations, Ramatu has a lot on her to do list. Read more to find out what’s on it. Read more
Catwalk Culture
The America’s Next Top Model auditions in D.C. brought out thousands of hopefuls for the next cycle of show. But were they prepared? There are many components to being a catwalk maverick. Read more for a few elements in the top model equation. Read more
Haute Couture
The $75,000 ball gown with 1,000 layers of tulle. The wedding dress with 400,000 hand-sewn glass beads. The floor-length coat made of shredded leather and hand-dyed wool — these are all examples of "haute couture" fashions. Read more
How to Wear Jeans with Style
Tapered denim styles draw attention to and accentuate your bottom, stomach and hips, and have the tendency to leave your legs looking like spindly, shapeless sticks. If that wasn’t enough, they also create an awkward juncture when meeting shoes. Read more
Bandage Dresses for Spring Summer 2009
Spring Summer 2009 is all about showing off curves in a body con (conscious) dress, and you don’t have to be super slim to wear it! Initially the brainchild Hervé Léger in the 1985, the bandage dress, part of what is often categorized as the "bondage" trend, is the latest obsession in Hollywood. Read more
Women's Shoe Trends for Spring
Statement shoes for spring are sky high and include cut-outs, bright colors, feathers, fringes and ruffles. Embellishments are bolder, heels are higher and platforms are chunkier. This season, die-hard fashionistas are in danger of doing serious damage to their ankles, all in the name of fashion. Read more...
What Will MIchelle Obama Wear to Inauguration?
In these tough economic times, will she choose an off the rack fashion design or will she follow the precedent set by many previous first ladies and wear fashion couture created by an American clothing designer? Read more...
Black is Back in Style
Okay, let’s face it: black has always been in style; it has never been demoted from its classic status in the wardrobes of die-hard fashionistas. After a brief hiatus in the closet, during a season of glittery eye-candy ornamentation and vivid color... Read more...

Scarf Chic
The scarf has been a classic fashion accessory for decades, donned by style icons like Jackie Onassis and Nina Simone. But for me, it all started with the infamous Nicole Richie. Sexy skinny jeans, super-sized sunglasses and stylish scarves screamed swank... Read more...

ONE STOP SHOP FOR STYLE
4NX¢ provides the DMV with a wide array of funky, fresh clothing that'll make you the life of the party. This U Street his and her boutique prides itself on customer service that will keep you coming back and back and back... . Read more...


NEW AT H&M
It's time for men to get more from fashion. Starting this season at thirty stores worldwide, H&M will be pushing menswear to the next level. With a new ever-updated selection sold in its own dedicated area. The first collection will arrive mid September. Read more...

Costume Drama
First, it was all about the It bag, and everyone wanted It. Ultimately, however, It fell prey to two inevitable woes: Women got sick of seeing It coming and going, and after several megahits over the course of a decade. Read more...
SHY Couture
The creators of the premier nightlife resource, SHY magazine, are now bringing you premier fashion, thus making your nightlife complete. Mixing European style with American flavor, SHY Fashion creates the latest designer looks you’ve been searching for. Read more...

Synthetically Speaking
When filmmaker John Waters created his seminal 1981 send-up of the ills of suburban America, he chose a suitably unseemly title: Polyester. Read more...

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TOP D.C. DESIGN

Budding interior designer Mary Belen shares a bit about her childhood in Guam, her current occupations (which includes a company of her own) and what her place looks like with Shy readers.


ONE STOP SHOP FOR STYLE

4NX¢ provides the DMV with a wide array of funky, fresh clothing that'll make you the life of the party. This U Street his and her boutique prides itself on customer service that will keep you coming back and back and back...

 
Divine Nine
Station 9 Restaurant and Lounge has combined the history of its building and the international culture of the U Street neighborhood to bring you authentic contemporary American cuisine. Your only regret will be that you hadn’t been there sooner.



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