Lucky
You know all about what’s hot now, from ankle booties to sheer fabrics, not to mention purple-palooza and leather jackets. But whether you ran circles around the It Girl trends of 2008 or were a few gladiator-sandaled steps behind, 2009 is mere days away … and that means back to square one for all of us. Feeling a bit in the dark about how best to launch into the New Year on the right well-heeled foot? January’s Lucky aims a flood light at forthcoming trends with “The Next Big Things ’09,” a showcase of fashionista must-haves, such as nude-colored leather shoes as a summer staple, large nerd-chic tortoiseshell eyeglasses and sporty knotted nylon-rope necklaces, plus tips to look out for enduring trends from ’08 like jumpsuits, long vests and lace.
— Fauzia Arain
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Glamour
OK, we’ll admit it. We turned straight to Page 98 to read what Britney Spears had to say about “surviving her crazy year.” But the January Glamour exclusive didn’t reveal much. She hates to go to the gym, but is happy to be back in shape. Her new album is her best yet. And she really likes “Dancing With the Stars” and Danielle Steel novels. Next! A better use of your time starts on Page 49, where the mag shows you how to get 100 new outfits out of your existing wardrobe. A few of our favorite pointers: Layer a white button-down shirt under your favorite LBD (little black dress); roll your jeans with thick cuffs just above the ankle and pair with flats and a turtleneck; belt your blazers; and don’t retire that denim jacket — it showed up in seven suggested outfits.
— Heidi Stevens
