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Beck is the editor of the fashion and personal style blog, The Style Scribe. Connect with Merritt on Facebook and Twitter.

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News_Merritt Beck_Marsh_Feb 2012

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In transition: Five key pieces to keep you stylish during the change of seasons

By Merritt Beck

02.28.12 | 8:39 am

If you've lived in Houston awhile, you're probably aware of it's bi-polar weather tendencies. One day it will be cold and icy, followed by a bright and ...


News_Merritt Beck_Bauble Bar_Feb 2012

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Baubles on a budget: Knock-out necklaces you can afford

By Merritt Beck

02.21.12 | 9:01 am

In a bauble bind but low on budget? Check out these knock-out necklaces, all under $100.


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Let the sunshine in: Lighten up your spring wardrobe with not-so-mellow yellow

By Merritt Beck

01.31.12 | 8:31 am

For spring, I'm color crushing on not-so-mellow yellow. Here are lots of sunny choices.


News_Merritt Beck_Chevron Detail_Jan 2012

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Apartment therapy: Three prints guaranteed to make your home pop!

By Merritt Beck

01.24.12 | 8:30 am

Out with the old and in with the new  — incorporate bold prints for stylish accents in your home.


News_Merritt Beck_Florals_Nov 2011

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Spring to it: Four feminine and flirty trends guaranteed to liven up your wardrobe

By Merritt Beck

01.17.12 | 8:30 am

Every season, the fashion world shoves an excessive amount of "it" looks in our faces. So many in fact, I sometimes feel it necessary to go through the numerous trends ...


News_Merritt Beck_Both_Jan 2012

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Back to basics: Classic black and white never go out of style

By Merritt Beck

01.10.12 | 8:30 am

This spring is all about color, but let's not neglect the best basics in the book.


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Look out Manolo & Louboutin: Jean-Michel Cazabat is the latest wizard of pretty pumps

By Merritt Beck

01.03.12 | 8:57 am

Last week I had a chance to chat via email with one of my favorite shoe designers, Jean-Michel Cazabat. A rising star in the world of foot fashion, Cazabat's ...


News_Merritt Beck_DIY PS_Dec 2011

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DIY fashion: Try the season's hottest looks with help from Do-It-Yourself experts

By Merritt Beck

12.20.11 | 8:30 am

Unless you're an A-list celebrity or have an easily disposable income, most of us don't have the ability to purchase those highly coveted runway looks and hottest pieces ...


News_Merritt Beck_Obsess_Dec 2011

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Getting connected: How social media is changing the fashion industry

By Merritt Beck

12.13.11 | 10:00 am

Knowing how to use social media is a skill everyone in business must possess these days. Being rather adept at social media myself, I had an easy time transitioning my ...


News_Merritt Beck_Menswear Night_Dec 2011

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Dude looks like a lady: How to make the menswear trend work — day or night

By Merritt Beck

12.06.11 | 8:30 am

Boy meets girl in this tale of overcoming the bulky menswear barrier and taking it to a whole new level.


News_Merritt Beck_Holiday Party Green_Nov 2011

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It's time to sparkle: How to be best dressed for less at this year's holiday parties

By Merritt Beck

11.29.11 | 8:30 am

With Thanksgiving over, Christmas and New Years are bringing holiday parties back into focus. If you have a schedule like mine, you also have a variety of other events like ...


News_Merritt Beck_Denim Diaries Jeans_Nov 2011

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The Denim Diaries: Five great pairs of jeans you need now

By Merritt Beck

11.22.11 | 8:30 am

Denim, denim, denim. Everybody has a pair they love.... The dilemma? Your favorite pair is all stretched out or you need to catch up with the times and trends. With ...


News_Merritt Beck_HGG Mens_Nov 2011

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Holiday shopping head start guide part II: 19 can't-miss gifts for the men in your life

By Merritt Beck

11.15.11 | 8:30 am

Get a holiday shopping head start for the men in your life with these great gift ideas.  


News_Merritt Beck_HGG Fashion Fiends_Nov 2011

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Get a holiday shopping head start: 26 great gifts for the fashion & beauty obsessed

By Merritt Beck

11.08.11 | 8:30 am

Get a head start on your holiday shopping before the stores (and you) get too busy! Start with some fashion & beauty selections.


News_Merritt Beck_Chloe trench_Oct 2011

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Is your wardrobe winter-ready? Five essentials for a cooler closet

By Merritt Beck

10.30.11 | 4:19 pm

With wintery weather approaching in the next month or so, it's best to get your closet ready so you aren't caught off guard. I'm a huge advocate ...


News_Merritt Beck_Main fur vests_Oct 2011

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Flawless and functional fur vests: Four ways to rock fall's hottest trend

By Merritt Beck

10.24.11 | 9:30 am

Fur vests are this season's most sought after pieces. Here are four glam ways to rock this major trend.


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