Future female members of Cornell University's Greek Life will probably reconsider rushing for one of these sororities after the Huffington Post published the "Rush Week Dress Code" guide, measuring roughly seven pages in length. With highlights such as "no muffin top" and "If you're wearing cheapo shoes, make sure they don't look like it", this guide has circulated the internet like wildfire. The reactions have been incredibly varied.

Here's the original article, This review will make more sense if you see this first.

Many women have taken offense to this guide. They are shocked that an entire sorority would listen to the instructions of one girl who seems to have quite an attitude. They complain that college-aged girls should be allowed to dress themselves and represent themselves as they wish, not be forced to adhere to a strict dress code. They feel for the girls for whom this dress code may be an issue, the ones who routinely suffer from the dreaded muffin top, or those who never have the time to get that highlight touch-up, as the Rush Week guide demands.

Others, however, have no problem with this guide. The author is right, they say. Leggings should not be worn as pants, hemlines should be classy and appropriate, open-toed heels should be reserved for the warmer months, and do college girls really need to be told again that sweatpants look sloppy? This dress code, they point out, teaches the girls nothing more than that they should be dressed appropriately and with class. College campuses are filled with sloppy dressers, so maybe this guide was necessary. Sorority girls themselves have pointed out that they would love to have a guide such as this one when dressing for events, as it would make the process simpler and stress-free.

At the same time, reports of other sorority girls at Cornell have surfaced, and these aren't so pretty. Girls have complained of being fined for not touching up their roots, or for wearing leggings as pants (has anyone else seen the episode of Gossip Girl where Blair reduces a girl to tears because the girl wore leggings as pants?) Worse, a girl with naturally curly hair complains of being threatened with fines if she doesn't consistently straighten her locks. 

So what's your take on this? Blessing in disguise, meant to teach girls to dress with class, or just the musings of mean girls taken to a whole new level? Personally, I wouldn't mind this dress code, but then again I don't color or need to straighten my hair. That might cross the line.

Khaki is back for the spring season, and it doesn't mean that you have to look like a camp counselor to wear it!

First of all, khaki is something that can be rocked beautifully when integrated with your regular work apparel. Consider a light double-breasted trench coat in khaki to be worn over your office wear to get you from home to work in style. There are also a number of different khaki skirts and jackets that can be worn in a professional setting, giving a chic and clean vibe to your business attire.

For a day when you are out and about, consider stylish khaki shorts that can be casual or dressed up for a dinner event. If you pair regular khaki shorts with a button-down top and sandals, then they can look sophisticated and clean to be worn for a coffee date or casual dinner.

Or why not take it to the next level and try a complete khaki dress? Khaki can be used for any garment, so sport a light khaki dress with different embellishments to complement warm and golden skin tones as you began to get some sun as the weather gets warmer.

All of these garments can be paired with khaki accessories, or you can simply add khaki as an enhancement to your existing wardrobe. There are a number of different khaki and canvas bags available, and they offer a bohemian and earthy vibe to whatever you may be wearing.

Truly, there are countless interesting choices in khaki this season, including a khaki bustier, a khaki minidress, or even slouchy khaki pants to be worn for bumming around the house on the weekend. This is a trend that can be seen all over the runways, so if you want to stay ahead on what is the latest for spring 2010, then treat yourself to at least one stand out khaki piece for your wardrobe!

Recently, a graduate student in New York City came across workers from H&M destroying perfectly wear-able coats in the dead of winter. Cynthia Magnus watched as the employees slashed the coats, along with a number of other clothing items to prevent them from being given away or sold cheaply, as a means of preserving their image. Magnus felt that this was a heartless move by the company, especially in a city with many impoverished citizens. To make matters even worse, there was a clothing drive being held just a short walk away. The clothing drive volunteers had asked specifically for winter coats, and the volunteers would have given these H&M coats an exuberant welcome had the store been willing to donate them.

  

On the other hand, H&M, who apologized for the destruction of the clothing, emphasizes the importance of their customers feeling that they are getting their money's worth when purchasing their items. If customers spend three figures on a new coat, how will they feel seeing it on someone who received it for free? Won't this cause them to second-guess their purchase? Or would you, as the customer, feel warmth inside, knowing you're supporting a company that does its part to help out those in need?

H&M also states that destroying the coats is necessary should they wish to avoid issues of recipients of their donated items returning the coats to the store for cash should the coats be donated. However, there are a number of other clothing companies that combat this dilemma by slashing or marking the label tags of donated items, preventing the return of these items to retail stores.

For more information, check out the original report on the New York Times website, or your copy of the the New York Times from January 6th, 2010.

In terms of women’s fashion, dress shopping is probably one of the trickiest things a woman has to do. Choosing the right dress for any occasion can spell success or disaster: pick the wrong gown and no amount of accessorizing will fix the mistake. That’s why when it comes to women’s fashion, dress shopping is something that women need to learn more about before the occasion calls for it.

Dress codes are straightforward for men; they tend to be more specific for men, making men’s clothes easier to pick as compared to women’s; fashion, dress shopping, and even picking the right shoe, on the other hand, is much more complicated for females, especially if the dress code is as creative as “funky formal.”

Perhaps the reason why buying the right dress matters is that unlike separates, a dress has to stand alone. There are many things that can go wrong in women’s fashion: dress up in a beautiful but inappropriate gown and you end up looking like a joke. It’s not just about choosing a pretty dress; you also need to choose one that makes you fit in yet stand out at the same time.

In the world of women’s fashion, dress codes are rarely helpful. More and more dress codes are cropping up that add more confusion rather than provide a helpful description, such as “relaxed formal,” “casual chic,” “avant-garde conservative,” and “retro modern.” Women’s fashion dress codes, being less useful than they were in past decades, give females a shopping headache. This all the more emphasizes the importance of knowing how to pick the best dress for the occasion.

No wonder men are baffled by women. What with women’s fashion, dress codes, and trends becoming as fickle as the climate, women are indeed an enigma. One thing’s for sure: because of the evolution of women’s fashion, dress codes are turning into real mysteries that need to be decoded.

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When it comes to women’s fashion, clothes for 2010 are definitely taking the limelight. Promising to be one of the most colorful and creative years for the fashion world, designers this year are already breaking rules and starting new trends.

On the other hand, men’s fashion is taking a step back, with designers sticking to basics. When it comes to basics, it’s the men’s department that stocks up more as compared to the women’s; fashion, clothes, and shoes that are more on the adventurous side focus a little more on women than men nowadays.

This begs the question, why do women’s fashion clothes show more changes as compared to the opposite gender’s? Perhaps designers know better than to trifle with men’s clothes; after all, the average Joe is not about to experiment with pants of a shape that looks foreign to him. Women, in contrast, are more willing to explore new trends.

Thankfully, in terms of women’s fashion, clothes are becoming more and more figure-friendly. In the last few years, women’s fashion clothes included baby doll dresses, maxi dresses, loose shirts, and many other trends that flatter a woman the right way. Any unwanted pounds are well-hidden while beautiful curves are given due merit. Designers have gone a long way in designing wearable, chic women’s fashion clothes.

The year 2010 is no different. More ensembles are cropping up, with women becoming more open to new styles and cuts. Women’s fashion clothes are being overhauled; as a result, dress codes are becoming more and more open to imagination. The word “casual chic” can mean anything from pants and heels to a fun, short dress. Women’s fashion & clothes are rather unpredictable with every year that passes by, but this change is something fashionistas actually look forward to every season.

Perhaps men’s fashion will get a makeover soon, but not as radically as women’s fashion – clothes, shoes, and bags will always be more prone to modification on a woman’s body. There will still be great designers banking on women’s basics, such as Calvin Klein and DKNY; however, with savants like Alexander McQueen not holding back, there is more to come in women’s fashion clothes for 2010.

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If you are shopping for a coat for the winter season, then you definitely want to make sure that it flatters your beautiful figure. However, we all know that no two ladies are alike, so make certain that you find the right coat for your body type!

If you are a pear shape with wider hips, it is best to choose a longer coat that meets your mid thigh area. A sophisticated way to wear this type of coat is in a double breasted pea coat, which gives the opportunity to flatter your curves and still slim you down at the same time.

If you are hoping for an all over slimming effect, then again choose a longer coat that goes past your backside in one solid color. It is also best to find a coat that has a belt or cinches around your waist to show that there really is a beautiful woman in there. This is best for curvier ladies with a bust and backside that they want to highlight.

If you have a more petite figure, then you have the opportunity to use different prints and adornments on your winter coat. It's still a great idea to have a trim waist on your coat to show your figure, and you can also use pockets on your coat to draw attention and add volume.

Last of all, make sure that you are choosing a coat that you truly love that adds to your sense of style and fashion. Regardless of your shape, it is you that is going to make the clothing work, and this is the opportunity to celebrate your beautiful figure! There are a number of hot new coats out on the market, so try them all and see which works best for you. With these simple tricks, you will easily be able to choose a fresh and fun winter coat to show off your best assets!

Fashion will always remain a golden opportunity to seek out fun and amazing things. Pretty black dresses and vintage-inspired couture will befriend a girl's life even more quickly than diamonds. All the style you could ever dream of is yours for the taking when you enter the haute, eclectic world of Karen Zambos Couture.

Pretty, bohemian diva Karen Zambos used her experience at Tracey Ross to inspire her now-established line of all the fashions you want. Showstopping dresses, intricately-detailed skirts of brocade along with unabashedly frilly frocks are what makes Karen Zambos collections breathtaking rather than scary. The pieces are easy to shop for and contain just enough detail to stand apart in a place where cookie-cutter style epidemic has reached an all-time high (also known as the contemporary clothing market).

Classic, yet so unexpected, Karen Zambos Couture Collection for Holiday 09 contains cocktail attire such as the delightful Selma top (in Emerald, shown) and an unabashedly sexy Mason dress that is, well, much more wearable than a lot of red carpet costumes have been.

The prices leave you plenty of cash for the cocktails – these fabulous creations range from $215 for a gown of ruffled mesh to $342 for fluffy, textured sateen. Impress with the pre-Spring collection's Richie floral jersey dress (shown here in Mint, $121), available right now in 4 colors!!

The world of Zambos continues it's reign with a prestigious accessory collection designed by Karen's fellow Ross colleague and friend, Lisa Siega. Zambos Siega currently offers edgy details on easy-clutch purses alongside oversize classic satchels with nicknames like Mansfield, Whitney and a take-anywhere “Go Green” eco-friendly tote bag in canvas. Can't wait to get your hands on this fabulicious couture? You don't have to. Find the goodies at the superchic Shopbop as well as the Karen Zambos flagship site.