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“A Look Back” is a daily column that highlights a moment from fashion’s fabulous past. Today’s pick is of American model Cheryl Tiegs in a sauna in the 1970s. Now that’s hot.

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Take a look out our previous A Look Back photos in the slideshow below.

WHO: Moda Operandi’s Lauren Santo Domingo and stylist Caroline Sieber

WHAT: Two of the fashion industry’s most stylish girls stepped out in gorgeous spring 2012 looks from Louis Vuitton.

WHERE: The Sidaction Gala Dinner in Paris on January 26th.

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For more look of the day photos, click through the slideshow below.

From Refinery29:

When we tell you Lily Kwong is everything, we’re not using the same inflection as when, say, we’re talking about an amazing pantsuit (although there are some truly amazing pantsuits involved). We mean, quite literally, that she embodies all of what being young, sophisticated, and fashionable is about for NYC girls today.

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Getting dressed for day can be as easy as one, two, three, but when you have to quickly go from dressed down to dressed up, the equation gets a little trickier. When it comes to day-to-night dressing, simple additions will help you do the math. You can add a layering piece for the nine-to-five or a pair of killer heels and a clutch for cocktail hour, but whatever the case, it’s definitely the little things that count.

A pencil skirt is one staple item that every girl should keep in her closet. Not only is it a timeless, versatile piece, the streamlined shape will keep you looking sharp no matter what time it is.

For a nine-to-five, update this classic piece with minimalistic separates like a sporty shoulder bag, patent, pointed-toe flats and a striped knit pullover. With simple, colorful extras, a skirt you thought was reserved for an old-school secretary suddenly looks modern and effortlessly chic.

Later on in the evening, pair your pencil skirt with a brightly colored blouse, statement heels and a black leather clutch. The effect is sleek and sophisticated, with the perfect touch of edge.

FASHION RELATED LINKS YOU MAY LOVE:

Karlie Kloss Has Her Cake And Eats It, Too - The Cut

18 Styles That Celebrate The Year Of The Dragon - iVillage

NYC Street Style, Video Edition - Refinery29

25 bras under $25 - Lucky

Backstage at Paris Men’s Fashion Week - Daily Beast

My knowledge of Olympians are limited to black female athletes like the late Florence Griffith Joyner, Dominique Dawes and Dawn Staley, who inspired me to get active in spite of sweating out my curly hair or breaking fingernails. But when I had the opportunity to meet American swimmer and new Pantene ambassador Natalie Coughlin on Thursday, she surprised me with how much we had in common. From curly hair issues to dark spots to a Gilt Groupe shopping addiction, the gorgeous redhead kept it real like one of my closest friends.

Scroll down as Coughlin dishes on her worst hair color experience, why she doesn’t use anti-chlorine shampoos and the beauty product she can’t stop hoarding.

Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin. Photo: Charles Eshelman/Getty Images

On her natural hair texture:
My hair is wavy bordering on curly. I have a lot of hair…I always have. The healthier it is, the more curl it tends to have. When it does get damaged, it becomes frizzy. For a swimmer, I don’t think it’s dry.

On her favorite ways to style her hair:
Loose waves are definitely one of my favorite looks as with my texture. Stick-straight hair isn’t what’s in. I do a blow-out and then bump a couple pieces with the curling iron. It’ll hold all weekend, but if I have to return to the pool, I’ll let it air-dry.

On a major hair disaster:
Back in 2005, my hair was dark — almost black — like very dark brunette. I decided that I wanted to go back to blond, so my hairstylist at the time decided to highlight it. The roots were white, then it turned orange and black was in there. It looked ridiculous! A punk look that I wasn’t going for. The following week, I had an interview for MSNBC for the 2006 Olympics as an analyst. So I called all around the Bay Area asking for a stylist. I found my current hairstylist and she fixed it strand by strand.

On hair care tips for swimmers:
The biggest thing is not to use those anti-chlorine shampoos. Those are the worst for your hair because it creates a vicious cycle. They strip your hair of moisture, further damage and when you go in the pool, it’ll soak up more chlorine. It’s important every time you get out of the water to use a gentle shampoo and then a thick conditioner. I use a wide-tooth comb to start detangling at the bottom and work my way up. And of course, always use a leave-in conditioner.

On her makeup must-haves:
I have curly eyebrows, so I love eyebrow gel. I think Anastasia [of Beverly Hills] has a great one, but I’ll try anything. Buxom Lash is one of my favorite [mascaras]. And this lip balm called Paw Paw from Australia that makeup artists are obsessed with. Every time I visit, I buy like 10 tubes and keep it in my purse. I use it for my cuticles, lips and any areas that need moisture.

On what beauty product is always on her vanity:
Jo Malone perfume. I love the clean packaging. It’s so pretty. I like the Lemongrass because it’s clean, crisp and bright. I have to cover the chlorine smell.

On the one thing she always splurges on:
A good face serum. I was born and raised in California, so I’ve been in the sun every day of my life. Pevonia makes a really nice vitamin C serum. I have hyperpigmentation issues and it really helps with that.

On the latest shopping purchase she absolutely loves:
I bought a great leather jacket from Vince last fall that I love and wear every chance I get.

Check out Natalie Coughlin’s Pantene campaign and style outside of the swimming pool in the slideshow below.

BEAUTY RELATED LINKS YOU MAY LOVE:

The Secret To Kate Beckinsale’s Romantic Waves - BellaSugar

Exactly What To Eat To Lose Weight - Glamour

The 13 Hottest New Fragrances - Allure

Why You Can Pull Off Bangs - Daily Makeover

Will Rogaine Make Your Eyebrows Grow? - The Gloss

Despite the morning sickness, weight gain and pickle cravings, being pregnant doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your own personal style for nine months. We understand that your favourite pair of heels may only take you a few metres out the front door, and that little black dress may no longer zip-up in the back, but that doesn’t mean your wardrobe should be reduced to sweatpants and your spouse’s T-shirt.

With many of our favourite celebrities announcing a new addition on the way, we’ll be keeping an eye out for how they play up their ever-growing asset.

In the meantime, take a look at how some of our favourite leading ladies have embraced their cute baby belly — or, ahem, made a few fashion flops in the process.

While Australia Day (’Straya Day!) was carrying on in the land of Oz, New Yorkers celebrated in their own way at a cocktail party and small presentation at The Crosby Street Hotel in SoHo. The Woolmark Company and Australians In New York Fashion presented ‘The Australian Five,’ five talented designers from you know where who work in innovative ways with the finest Australian Merino Wool. The designers flown to New York for the occasion are (remember these names!) Christopher Esber, Kim Ellery, Fernando Frisoni, Magdalena Velevska, and Michael Lo Sordo. (Check out our Gallery to peruse their talent.) We consulted Calvin Klein’s Malcolm Carfrae (one of fashion’s great Aussies) to find out more about these five designers and why continent to continent love is so important to him.

Among the many groundbreaking discoveries we made at Berlin Fashion Week—more on that in the first issue of your New York Daily, chéris—the Basler collection was among our faves. Please enjoy this petit slideshow of the Fall 12 looks we loved best.

Collab alert! The sportif images for the Adidas Originals for Opening Ceremony have hit the web running today. In the lead: a zip-off neoprene print coat, a red Parisian terry top trimmed with reflective tape, and waterproof jellies. Expect 100 pieces of nineties streetwear and athletically-inclined footwear alongside the London Olympics.

Pining for a touch of karma this weekend? Look no further than Rachel Roy’s Kindness is Always Fashionable Clutch, a stylish mash-up of ombre, slightly watercolor-esque textiles overlaid with a pop of tribal patterning. But there’s nothing muted or washed about Roy’s message, which is emblazoned on the face of the clutch.

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