How can I dress warmly on a date in winter but still look sexy?
—Leona, via the Ask Style inbox

Two words: Textured legwear. You can't do much about having to wear a coat, but eventually, one would hope, you'll take it off—unless your date plans on taking you camping, which, seriously, I wouldn't wish that on anybody.

It's hard for us to resist anything red this time of year, like this pair of patent leather Mary Jane pumps. The fab footwear, now 63 percent off at just $17.99, will look stellar with almost any color party dress.

Shop the sexy shoe and more great deals in mystyle's Top Steals of the Week gallery.

What can I do to get the popular vamp look without overdoing it?
—Jessica, via the Ask Style inbox

Vampire mania isn't going anywhere, especially with the second installment of the Twilight saga, New Moon, coming out on Friday. For those who don't like it, too bloody bad! It's even spilled into the style world. When the dark trend is done subtly, it can look dead sexy. Otherwise, piling on too many vampy elements will make you look like a Hot Topic employee.

I've noticed celebs like Katie Holmes and Kristin Cavallari showing off their black bras under sheer dresses. What's up with that? Is it OK 'cause it's black?
—Megan, via the Ask Style inbox

No, dear, the reason it's OK isn't because the bra is black and so is the dress. It isn't even because the dress is expensive, as in the recent case of Katie Holmes, who appeared on the red carpet in an Azzedine Alaïa so transparent it was well nigh negligee-esque. No, the reason it's OK is because they're stars. And despite US Weekly's insistence otherwise, stars are not just like us.

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Pros: It allowed me to wear my skinny jeans with flats for the first time!
Cons: Since it didn't go all the way around, the hem looked really sloppy with my cotton trousers.
—Nicole C., Editorial

Scrubs star Judy Reyes is due to deliver her first child (It's a girl!) any day now, but that didn't stop her from checking out the Asics and Hello Kitty Lounge. We stole a second with the actress to get the deets on her pregnancy and more...

Inner Glow: I've been looking very cute during my pregnancy. My skin and hair are looking healthy.

Cravings: Muffins and ice—not together. I have to eat a muffin every morning. Whatever I drink has to have a lot of ice 'cause I spend the rest the day chewing on it.

Fashion Obsession: Knit hats! I love wearing them because I don't have to mess with my hair too much.

Best Dressed Celeb Mom: I like Gwen Stefani. She always seems to walk outside the house having made her own clothes. She just dresses for herself. It's so New York, so downtown, so Lower East Side.

Heels for Her Tot? I'm here to pick up sneakers and I walk around in Uggs! Suri Cruise is adorable, but I'm not a fan of toddlers walking around in heels. It's hard enough for adult women to do it, let alone little girls! I'm not going to subject my daughter to wearing heels.

Visit the mystyle Q&A section for more celeb style scoop!

TREND: Dresses with a single bow accent at the waist

WHO’S WEARING IT: Emily Blunt (Dolce & Gabbana), Zooey Deschanel (Luella) and Eva Mendes (Christian Dior)

HOW TO WEAR IT: A sophisticated frock wrapped in a sweet bow has "holiday party" written all over it. But for the gift that keeps on giving, we suggest investing in a classic black bow belt to get the look. That way, you can add a hint of girlie charm to any dress. Add a pair of black tights for a totally winterized outfit.

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Every week stars, mystyle staffers and users all offer up their favorite fashion, beauty and lifestyle tips.

Don't ever hold back from getting a jewelry piece that you absolutely love and must have because it is "too big." —Vanessa Quijano, jewelry designer

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TREND: Red velvet dresses

WHO’S WEARING IT: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Jessica Alba and Kim Kardashian

HOW TO WEAR IT: Celebs have been craving red velvet lately—and we're not just talking about cupcakes! The fuzzy red fabric is an elegant choice in the winter and looks great with black. Finish off the look with a fiery pout.

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Is it OK to wear shorts when the temperature drops? What do you wear with them?
—Risa, via the Ask Style inbox

Fashion folklore has it that shorts must be banished to the back of your closet come wintertime. But it's time to dispel that myth, 'cause the quirky trend can look seriously stylish if done with a little skill. Read on for Viva Fashion editor Carmen Ordoñez's three-prong recipe for winter shorts success.

"Choose a fabric that's appropriate. I recommend staying away from very thin materials such as linen, and instead stick to warm fabrics such as tweed or wool, which are more seasonal," advises Ordoñez.

The next integral ingredient is tights.

We're such suckers for an awesome statement necklace, like this bib design with striking chrome discs. The bold bauble, now 27 percent off at just $49.99, would up the fab factor of everything from a plain white T-shirt and blazer to a simple dress.

Shop this must-have necklace and more great deals in mystyle's Top Steals of the Week gallery!

No, that isn't an overbaked Kim Kardashian. It's Tyra Banks as the Hervé Léger-lovin', voluminous hair-havin' reality star. See what other costumes celebs are wearing this year in the Haute Halloween gallery.

Miley Cyrus' 9-year-old sister, Noah, wore a disturbingly sexy costume to the 2009 Dream Halloween event. Scary! Our super-stealth StyleSpy cracks the whip and tells tweens how they ought to be dressing.

Every day is Halloween for Lady Gaga. Find out how to get her troll doll-inspired look in the Get Creative: Celeb-Inspired Costumes gallery!

We weren't fans of Drew Barrymore's freaky two-tone hair, which she rocked on the red carpet this past summer. But hey, anything goes on Halloween. Get more costume ideas in the Don't Try These Trends at Home gallery.

TREND: Black and white striped dresses

WHO’S WEARING IT: Kim Kardashian, Milla Jovovich & Hilary Duff

HOW TO WEAR IT: The contrasting hues are so striking and chic, it's no wonder they're such a hit with celebs. Since horizontal stripes can be unflattering on most body types, make sure you belt your waist. Otherwise, diagonal or vertical stripes are the way to go! Halloween tip: We're going to pair our striped frock with black over-the-knee boots for a sexy jailbird costume!

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My preteen sister is starting to be interested in fashion and seems to be making some bad choices. Any tips on how to guide her?
—Jennifer, via the Ask Style inbox

You're a good sister. You know who needs a sister like you? Noah Cyrus, 9-year-old sibling of the much better known Miley. She traipsed down a red carpet the other day in a black-and-purple micro-mini with matching lace-up boots. Yes, it's October, but even Halloween is no excuse for proto-slutdom among the tweens.

Let's give Noah and your li'l sis a makeover, shall we? And let's make them shop on an allowance while we're at it. Children, we're going to Target. 

This rose-print pencil skirt is a real steal at just $11.98—that's 70 percent off the original price. Wear it with a long-sleeve turtleneck, tights and heels (all black), or channel your inner first lady and pair it with a patterned cardigan in the same color family.

Shop this pretty pencil skirt and more great deals in mystyle's Top Steals of the Week gallery!