Shake Things Up: Make a DIY Summer "Snow" Globe!

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Who says winter snow globes get to have all the fun? If dreaming of wintry days in picturesque, miniature villages (where there always seems to be a carriage-drawn horse) isn't your thing, then join us in shaking up the perception of what a "snow" globe should be! We took our love of snow globe kitsch, and swam with it.

This summer "snow" globe DIY is a salute to warm places, aquatic atmospheres, glitter, mermaids, seals, and whales.

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Announcing Our Fashion Deux Contest

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Are you an expert at getting the most mileage out of your wardrobe? Then, show off your versatile style in our Fashion Deux Contest!

To enter, just post a review for a ModCloth item, and include the hashtag #FashionDeux and two pics showing how you styled the item for two looks. Check ModStylist Jess’ review of the Picture Book Perfection Dress…

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Crop Your Mop: Go Short for a Day with a Faux Bob!

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Long-haired ladies, if you're anything like me, you get the urge to chop your hair off on the regular, right? Whether it's a 90-degree day that has me resisting the scissors, or a bad case of bed head, sometimes I can't help but dream of a closely-cropped 'do. Inspired by the looks in our latest stylebook video, today I'll show you how you can make the cut without the commitment with this 

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From Coffee to Cocktails: How to Style 1 Dress for Work, 3 Ways

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If your nine-to-five has you feeling fashionably frazzled, fret not, for ModStylist Amy is here to show you that one simple dress can be very, very versatile. With a few substitutions, the Heather Nor There Dress by designer Eva Franco transforms from casual coffee date to post-work cocktails. Read on for more ideas on how you can take your wardrobe from nine-to-fab!

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Retro Revival: Thinking Outside the Pillbox

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A 1950s pillbox hat tutorial. Image via  Click Americana

Now, here’s a handy how-to straight from the vintage vaults! This pillbox hat tutorial from 1950 had some pretty clever ideas about how to upcycle a worn and weary bathrobe, and we loved it so much that we decided to try this DIY out ourselves! Here’s how to make a no-sew pillbox hat…

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Prints Screen: Nab Our Pattern-rific Downloadable Wallpapers

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Can't get enough of our new stylebook, Patterns at Play? You're in luck! We're back with another set of free, downloadable wallpapers for your favorite tech tools.

When designing our stylebook, our graphic designers drew inspiration from the patterns worn by our model to create matching backdrops in everything from pineapples to polka-dots. And now, those backgrounds have been customized for your use.

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Shake Things Up: Make a DIY Summer "Snow" Globe!

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Who says winter snow globes get to have all the fun? If dreaming of wintry days in picturesque, miniature villages (where there always seems to be a carriage-drawn horse) isn't your thing, then join us in shaking up the perception of what a "snow" globe should be! We took our love of snow globe kitsch, and swam with it.

This summer "snow" globe DIY is a salute to warm places, aquatic atmospheres, glitter, mermaids, seals, and whales.

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Nail Klub: Homemade Matte Polish for a Frosty Finish!

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By now, loyal readers probably know that Nail Klub loves statement-making manicures. Cat faces, lumberjacks, psychedelic swirls — no design is too daring. And yet, we've also found that get-noticed nails don't have to be painstakingly detailed or dramatic. Take the matte-finish manicure we tried for this post. By mixing household cornstarch — yep, the stuff in your pantry — into a few drops of clear top coat, you can create a subtle, yet snazzy, effect that adds instant intrigue to your digits.

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Vintage Vantage: How to Take Your Vintage Style the Extra Mile

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Just like the crocuses cropping up in front of the office, ModCloth's latest vintage collection, The Sweetest Spring, is in full bloom. Whether you're a full-fledged fan of vintage, or just beginning to experiment with retro fashion, the collection is sure to inspire. While I personally can't get enough of vintage, perhaps you're looking for an everyday way to incorporate vintage into your wardrobe — if so, this post is for you.

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Retro Revival: Thinking Outside the Pillbox

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A 1950s pillbox hat tutorial. Image via  Click Americana

Now, here’s a handy how-to straight from the vintage vaults! This pillbox hat tutorial from 1950 had some pretty clever ideas about how to upcycle a worn and weary bathrobe, and we loved it so much that we decided to try this DIY out ourselves! Here’s how to make a no-sew pillbox hat…

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