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Soiree Sunset in White at St-Tropez

Get dressed up with your most sexy WHITE outfit and join the most vibrant
DC socialites for a beautiful St-Tropez style summer evening.

Come early, stay late to enjoy summer breezes by the poolside, unbeatable
DC sights and a lot of mingling!!
Enjoy Arts exhibit by local artist Alicia Kersting while relaxing and
slurping elegant cocktails in a chic and sympa atmosphere accented with sexylounge beats by DJ Sebastien C

Friday, June 26 9pm- 01 am

@ Embassy Row HILTON Hotel Rooftop

2015 Massachussetts av, NW Washington DC

**Dress code : WHITE sexy chic
*Admission : Free for ladies before 10pm, $10 after
This event is guest list only.

*RSVP : email your guests full name at info@planetechic.com by Friday, 7pm

The Hilton Washington Embassy Row hotel is conveniently located a block
away from Metro Dupont Circle North/Red line

Special thanks to Alliance Francaise de DC and France-Amerique magazine

Visit previous events galleries at www.planetechic.com

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If you have a heart-shaped face, go for large, rounded lenses, like these from Forever 21. (www.forever21.com)

If you have an oval-shaped face, BIG is the way to go. Big styles will help balance out the roundness in your face. Check out these stunners from Chanel. (www.chanel.com)

If you have a square-shaped face, go with a boxier look, such as the always popular aviator shade. Eye Spy Sunglasses has an array to choose from. (www.eyespysunglasses.com)

If you have a round face, opt for a clearly defined, square lens, such as these awesome (and cheap!) shades from Target. (www.target.com)

If you are just a brave face looking for a new look, trying out some brightly colored Ray-Bans (or knock-offs like these from Forever 21). (www.forever21.com)

Finding the pair of shades isn’t always easy. My advice is to go to your nearest Sunglass Hut, Nordstrom, or other sunglass retailer and try lots of shades on. Bring a pal (or a relative, if you want absolute honesty) and try on many different pairs. And don’t just go by this fabulous guideline either. Some faces look best in sunglasses that technically shouldn’t work for them. Try on different styles and looks to see what works best for you.

Whatever you do, get something to shield your eyes from the sun. Those UV rays can be brutal and can do serious damage to your eyes. Not only are sunglasses a fashion statement, but they’re good for you too which, by the way, is a great way to rationalize spending hundreds on a pair of designer shades. Who needs to pay rent when you’re saving your eyes from long-term damage? Pick up a new pair of shades today and save your eyes, one trendy lens at a time.

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According to D.C. government documents, the property is valued at $5.69 million (that’s the proposed 2010 assessment). The house was purchased on January 1, 2001 by DLB 20th LP.

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As you are probably aware, DC offices aren’t known for their daring fashion exploits. It’s pretty conservative around here, which has caused me to ask the question that will soon be on the minds of many hot, sweaty DC citizens: can I wear shorts to work?

Yes and no. Yes, you can wear shorts. No, you can’t wear just any pair of shorts (unless you are lucky enough to work at a place with no dress code, in which case I am extremely jealous right now.) Anything short, frayed, denim, gaucho, or spandex is absolutely out of the question (again, this may not apply to if you work in, say, a nightclub). If you work in the average DC office, stay far, far away from anything that is too short. This is not the type of economy where you can start taking crazy risks with your wardrobe.

Now, if I haven’t scared you off, let’s take a look at what shorts you can wear to the office. It’s pretty safe to say that unless your office is uber-conservative, it’s okay to wear any of the following: dress shorts, shorts that hit just above the knee, capri pants, or knee length shorts that are part of a suit. If you’re not sure what will work, look around your office and see what others are wearing. If that doesn’t give you guidance, check online for tips about wearing shorts to the office.

When choosing a pair of shorts for work, the first thing you want to consider is your body type. If you don’t wear shorts outside of the office, don’t wear them to the office. If you do, you’ll feel uncomfortable; lacking confidence is sure to make any outfit appear out of place. If you do wear shorts but tend to go for the Daisy Duke variety, remember to steer clear of your normal shorts preferences. Short shorts are not acceptable for the workplace. If you’ve decided to wear shorts to work, get some advice from a friend or sales associate about whether or not they are work appropriate.

Equally as important as what shorts you choose is what you choose to wear with them. Shorts can give off a more casual vibe so make sure to pair your pair with a dressy top, short-sleeved button down shirt, or a pair of killer heels. You can also dress up a simple top-and-shorts combo with necklaces and a dressy sweater to ward off the air conditioning chill. Both flats and heels work well with knee-length shorts so feel free to mix it up.

Shorts are a great way to style your summer wardrobe for work. They keep you cool while looking hot. With summer just around the corner, you can’t beat that. Check back soon for more beat-the-heat summer style tips on DC Lifestyle.

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Date: Sunday May 24th. Memorial Day Weekend

Time: 10pm-2am

Location: Temple Lounge (A BRAND NEW VENUE!)
4001 N. Fairfax St, Arlington, Va 22203

Cost: Free before 11pm with email RSVP, Only $10 all night after 11pm with email
RSVP. Send full names and email addresses to rsvp@host-dc.com by 4pm May 24th. Names
without accompanying email addresses will not be honored.

Sounds By: DJ Geometrix

Age & Dress Code: 21+, Dress to Impress

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Driving down 23rd St on one of these newly warm days, I spotted one misguided chick wearing a brightly clashing floral-print strappy balloon top and hot pants, anchored by black leather platform sandals.  (And a garish amount of blush that doubled for a traffic light at the same intersection, but I digress).  As awful as Ms. Flower Power looked, she did have the figure and long gams to pull off the daring silhouette.  I can’t say that for another young “lady” I saw two days later in Shirlington sporting a similar ensemble.  She could have used a balloon top to cover the gut that protruded out of her tight black top and over the waistband of her fourth grade shorts. (Ouch!)

Thankfully, Washington women are a bit more body conscious than that.  The DC metro area is home to over 300 gyms that are packed with guys and gals who want to look better in both their business and birthday suits.  Yet, some of these fit folks forget their fashion sense when they walk through the gym doors.  Long gone are the leotards from the “Let’s Get Physical” days.  But there are still plenty of fitness fashion flubs today that can make you trip on your treadmill.

So here are – in no particular order – the worst workout wares that should be “exercised” from the gym.

Waist not, want not –  First, folded over /rolled up waist bands.  Why would anyone consciously create a tire of material around their middle?  Aren’t you at the gym to slim your waistline, not add to it?  If it’s to make your bottoms snugger, buy a smaller size or get it altered.  If it’s to show off your waist, buy a low-waisted bottom (above the crack, thank you).  Second, why the shirts and jackets tied around the waist?  You do realize you’re actually enlarging and bringing attention to the area you want to cover up?  Don’t you?  I’ll wait ‘til you un-snag yourself from the elliptical for an answer.

Skorting the issue – I don’t get workout skirts.  It’s ironic how girls who wear pants all day – because wearing a skirt at an office desk is uncomfortable – would wear a skirt for physical aerobic activity.  And you still have to wear shorts under the skirts anway.  At least the skirt I wore while playing high school tennis had useful sports underwear that had special (loading from the bottom) pockets to hold tennis balls.  Unless you’re headed to Wimbledon, forget about the skort resurgence.

Skin? Not so in – I’m the first to admit to eyeing the shirtless hotties jogging around the city in warm weather.  But there are limits to how much one should dare to bare.  A low waist or neckline is innocent…until you bend over.  Smaller shorts and tops can leave some folks “hanging” or double as in-gym adult entertainment.  And a good mirror will usually show you what you’re showing the world when you‘re sporting prosciutto-thin sports fabrics. (Please never let Worn-Through-Lycra-Shorts Man sit in front of me in spinning again!)  When it comes to gym clothes, beware of too low, too little, and too thin.

Richard Simmons, this means you – The body builders with the baggy, neon animal stripe pants.  The sorority chick wearing her “retro-chic” legwarmers.  The older woman who wore out her Jane Fonda tapes, sporting pantyhose under her shorts.  The older guy in the ‘80’s running shorts – and nothing else.  Multiple sweatbands (okay for Michael Cera in Juno, not okay for you).  If it’s seen on a VH1 nostalgia show, we don’t need to see it at the gym.  Even Olivia Newton John would grimace.

Cougar Barbie and Mid-Life Crisis Ken sold separately – Several weeks ago, a woman in her ‘50’s walked into my spin class.  Her brassy-blond streaked hair was styled down around her fully made up face.  Her bedazzled blue tie-dyed top had matching bottoms.  Her fully displayed cleavage boasted several gold chains that coordinated with her bracelets and rings.  And when the sun hit her just right, it caused enough glare to almost block her overhanging belly.  I have also seen her male counterpart in the same class.  He sports his latest REI purchases: the logo-emblazoned mock turtleneck biking jersey with matching indoor performance cycling shorts (padding included).  His legs are spindly, but his waistline measurement equals his age. And on his wrist he encourages all around him to “Live Strong”.   I hope they will soon meet and live happily ever after. Outside my spin class.

Casual Friday Workouts –  While I agree that denim is a multi-functional fabric, jeans aren’t the best choice for a brisk go on the treadmill.  You know what else doesn’t go well at the gym? Cargo pants; capri pants; polo shirts; golf shirts; Birkenstocks; Tevas and boots.  If you can spend upwards of $60/month for the gym, you can afford $9.99 workout separates at Marshall’s and $19.99 sneakers at Payless. (Value Note: My $7.99 Target tops have outlasted my UnderArmour.)  But if you’re still confused, here’s a simple rule: If you wore it to work, don’t wear it to work out.

Matching purse not available – When it came to accessories, CoCo Chanel said, “Always remove, never add.”  I would extend her sentiment to the gym.  Some items are useful, like water bottles, music players, armbands, lifting gloves and belts.  But long earrings smack against the face.  Bright lipstick and heavy eyeliner smear and drip on a sweaty face.  Perfume and cologne exacerbate, not cover, body odor.  And while Corey Hart may have worn his sunglasses at night, he never wore them at the gym. (That means you, mirror-lensed-aviators guy at Ballston Gold’s who clenches his iPod cord in his teeth while ferociously jumping rope).  CoCo says remove, remove, remove!

Renaissance Training – I’ve only seen this twice.  But it may be the Most. Memorable. Gym. Outfit. Ever.  Several years ago, I went to my (then) regular step class at the Bailey’s Crossroads Gold’s Gym.  The whole room stopped when a man in a black and yellow unitard walked in and set up his step and risers.  You heard me.  A bumble bee wrestling unitard.  It gets better. He then rose and turned around to reveal (drumroll, please)…a cod piece!  Not a cup.  A. Cod. Piece.  With every choreographed move, he lept up and jutted out his pelvis for the whole world to admire.  But it was more to our astonishment.  The Cod Man returned the following week for an even grander display, but after that, we never saw him or his outfit again.  Sigh.

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“The Philippine Independence Day BASH!”

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES BY:
* The Speaks
* Master Rapper Juno “ROC” Maranan
* Fil-Am Fashion Show Models

* Party starts at 9pm at the 4th floor Roof Top & Bar
* 3rd Floor Opens at 9:30pm where this Exclusive Party is reserved.
* Discounted $5 Admission with Guest List.  $20 without.  Must have a stamp to enter the 3rd floor
* 21+ to enter, no casual shoes or sandals
* Flip DJ spinning the best mix of Hip Hop, House & Top 40’s
* Reserved VIP Tables: only $200 beverage minimum for 6ppl

MAX CAPACITY IS 170 PEOPLE
1st come-1st serve. Guest list will be open on June 1st and will gurantee you a discounted admission but not entry to the 3rd floor once we hit capacity, so arrive early. You don’t want to miss this one!

For more information please check out www.arproductions.info

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