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Have a question about fashion that’s been bugging you?

Like, what colors look good on a brunette? (Jewel tones like teal and purple are fantastic.)  Or, why do people say you can’t wear white after Labor Day?  (Check out this interesting Time.com article that explores why.)

Make us privy to your fashion dilemma, and we’ll help you solve it (or at least try!).  In fact, we’re giving away $20 Nordstrom gift cards to a few lucky readers who share their questions with us!

Here’s how you can win:

1. Become a fan of File Under: Fashion on Facebook (if you’re already a fan, just go straight to our Facebook Fan Page!).
2. On our Facebook Fan Page, ask your fashion-related question.  But, don’t delay – the due date is August 1, 2010.
3. Feel free to comment or answer questions from other readers, too!  We love to hear your thoughts.
4. We’ll pick 3 lucky winners, who will each receive a $20 Nordstrom gift card.

Even if you don’t win, you might find your question answered either on our Facebook page or in one of our Training Manual blog posts, so stay tuned.

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Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi & Madonna – sometimes fancy fashion designer names are a challenge to pronounce.  We’ve all been guilty of designer name mutilation a time or two, and as penance, we’ve gathered a list of famous brands and designers, along with their proper phonetic spellings.

Arm yourself with our guide, and names like Nicolas Ghesquière and Proenza Schouler will soon roll confidently off your tongue:

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Above, from left: 1. Fabric Strapless Dress ($75) by CristinaPires; 2. Griffith Scalloped Shorts ($120) by AlexandraGrecco.

There’s an almost dizzying array of amazing products to be found on Etsy.com – everything from funky handknit scarves to exquisite retro hair pins – and we’re constantly amazed by this online treasure trove of quirky, unique and pretty things.

In that spirit, we just had to share some of our favorite spring fashion from Etsy.  We encourage you to support these independent designers, among others on Etsy!

Our Etsy fashion finds:

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Above, from left: Joan Holloway; Roger Sterling; Don Draper; Betty Draper (all in doll form, of course).

Mid-century American fashion is the definition of ladylike elegance, which is why I’ve always been enamored of the immaculate wardrobe featured in AMC’s “Mad Men” - especially Joan Holloway’s pencil skirts and Betty Draper’s pretty swing dresses.

Now toymaker Mattel is partnering with the television series to produce several “Mad Men” Barbie and Ken dolls.  However, according to an article in the New York Times, the dolls will come replete with appropriate 50’s-style accessories, but “no cigarettes, ashtrays, martini glasses or cocktail shakers.”  Don Draper would not approve.

The Joan Holloway-inspired doll seems a bit too svelte to emulate the gorgeous Christina Hendricks, and Don and Roger’s suits aren’t quite as tailored as they are in real life, but nitpicking aside, I love these.  (And, actually, the Betty Draper doll is pretty spot-on.)  It would be terrific if you could buy a Sterling Cooper dollhouse, too!

There will be 7,000 to 10,000 copies of each dolls, which are expected to retail at $74.95 each.  They will be available in specialty stores as well as online at amctv.com and barbiecollector.com.

Via The New York Times & AMC Blog.

Wondering where the deals + steals went?

They’re now on our Twitter page!

In order to make our Deals + Steals even easier to access, we’re now posting online promotions and coupon codes on Twitter.  This way we can share coupon codes as soon as we find them – no need to wait for the weekly Deals & Steals posts.

Check out Twitter.com/File_Fashion to see the deals we’ve collected!

If you want to submit a deal, feel free to send it to us via email at memo@fileunderfashion.com!

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What’s the difference between an Hermès Birkin and an HermèsKelly bag?

There is probably no inanimate object in this world that comes as close to legendary status within the realm of fashion as an Hermès bag.  Actually, we’re referring to two handbags: the Hermès Kelly and the Hermès Birkin.

Many other purses come close (the Chanel 2.55 comes to mind), but none possess the same level of internationally-recognized social standing.

The Birkin and Kelly are also widely confused because of their similar appearance.  While both are extremely coveted amongst fashionphiles, there are a few differences that give each bag its distinctive style and character, which we’ve listed in full detail below.

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Above: 1. Vivienne Westwood for Melissa Rubber Heart Pumps ($132) at FarFetch.com.

When I was in grade school, Valentine’s Day was one of my favorite holidays. We’d spend the afternoon cutting out hearts and pasting them to white paper doilies to make valentines.  Then we’d gorge ourselves on Sweethearts and heart-shaped Red Hots and red fruit punch.  Life was good.

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Above: 1. Tretorn “Skerry” Pink Rain Boots ($44 – on sale!) at Zappos.com.

The best reason we can think of for inclement weather is probably a change of wardrobe. Tank tops, flip flops and sunny weather can get boring, right?

So even if you’re going out in gloomy weather, our roundup of rubber boots might actually make you feel right as rain. Or at least keep your feet dry.

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Hello everyone! Apologies for the delinquent state of updates – jet lag and playing catch up at all aspects of life has rendered me highly unproductive.

Had an amazing trip to Asia, but it’s good to be back in Los Angeles – despite the bizarre amount of rain we’ve had in the past week. Hope you’re all staying warm this winter.