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Elizabeth Landers

LESS IS MORE

Brazilian Bikinis Somehow Get Smaller

This summer, bikinis are set to get very skimpy indeed, in response to American swimwear looking like ‘diapers.’

Elizabeth Landers

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Carry On

The Tiny Handbag Revolution

They cost a fortune, you can’t fit much in them—but designers and public are in love with the very small handbag.

Elizabeth Landers

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