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Get Festival-Ready With Free People's Latest Lookbook

With SXSW behind us and Coachella on the horizon, music-festival season just got kicked into high gear, and here to help us with all of our "what to wear" queries is Free People.

With SXSW behind us and Coachella on the horizon, music-festival season just got kicked into high gear, and here to help us with all of our "what to wear" queries is Free People. The bohemian-cool retailer's latest lookbook boasts a bevy of whimsical dresses, cutoff shorts, and gauzy tops for you to wear all Spring and Summer long. From peasant maxis to lace tops, see all the offerings, and get ready to dance the music-festival season away in Free People's ethereal offerings.

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One-Minute Makeover: Put a Cap on It

The easiest way to perk up your look?

The easiest way to perk up your look? Today's fashion tip is incredibly easy: put a cap on it. We first started seeing sporty hats last year, and from the looks of these polished street stylers below, the trend is still going strong. Not only will this trend add a tomboy tilt to any look, it's the perfect remedy for bad Winter hair days. Try pairing a sleek leather rendition with a floral or printed dress for a fun play on ladylike-meets-sporty, or style a bright baseball cap with boyfriend jeans, a slouched tee, and oxfords for an effortless, off-duty look. Any way you spin it, it's a no-brainer in our style books. Shop our editors' picks below to add an instant pop of cool to your cold-weather getup now.

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February Must Haves!

February is going to be filled with exciting, stylish moments, thanks to Fashion Week, award season, and Valentine's Day.

February is going to be filled with exciting, stylish moments, thanks to Fashion Week, award season, and Valentine's Day. With those events in mind, this month's shopping list is all about stunning, snap-worthy street-style jewels, eye-catching handbags, and bold separates that will survive the Winter-to-Spring transition. When the midseason slump has you feeling uninspired, our editors' picks are sure to give your cold-weather look a much-needed lift. From Tibi's lobster-printed skirt to an irresistible (and budget-friendly) pair of exotic statement earrings from ASOS, see and shop our February must haves now!

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Free People's January Looks Bright and, as Always, Bohemian Cool

Thanks to the sneak peek Free People released on its blog, we're getting a glimpse of the label's January collection.

Thanks to the sneak peek Free People released on its blog, we're getting a glimpse of the label's January collection. Let's just say, it's kick-starting 2013 with a cheery twist on their signature boho-cool girl. It's not just the clothes we're crazy about — photographer Guy Aroch captured the lineup of sweet embroidered sundresses, floaty maxis, and lacy tanks on a cast of models and regular girls riding bikes (adorned with balloons and flowers, no less) and strolling the streets of Amsterdam. It's a blend of beautiful pieces in an all-out gorgeous setting that makes us want to take an easy approach to our New Year style with pretty details and fluid silhouettes. It may not be warm enough to get away with a sundress or a slit maxi dress right now, but at the very least it gives us a lot to look forward to. Click on for a complete look at the January catalog — but first, get our takeaways right here:

  • Upgrade your Winter style with these printed trousers to liven up your cold-weather gear. When the ice starts to thaw, you can break them out again with sandals and a floaty tank.
  • We're adding this little dress to our sunny-weather must haves. We'll wear it all Spring with our favorite booties and a denim jacket.
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A Royal Pregnancy, Karl's Latest Collaboration, and What to Wear For Anna Wintour

All the news bits fit to print here, in our daily roundup.


All the news bits fit to print here, in our daily roundup.

  • The Palace has confirmed that Kate Middleton is pregnant. [PopSugar]
  • Which of course led everyone to tweet a lot. [The Huffington Post]

  • Meanwhile, Karl Lagerfeld has been teamed with footwear brand Melissa to design capsule collections over the next four seasons. [Fashionologie Inbox]
  • Talk about a fashion addiction. Damien Hirst has created wearable art out of The Row's signature crocodile backpack and multicolored prescription pills. [Just On Eye]
  • Dressing to impress takes on a whole different meaning when it comes to a job interview with Anna Wintour. [The Cut]
  • Indian artist Reena Kallat will design an art installation for the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum in Mumbai with Ermenegildo Zegna as part of the ZegnArt program, which promotes contemporary art and cultural exchange between Italy and other countries. [WWD]
  • Gwyneth Paltrow, Marion Cotillard, and Kate Hudson star in remakes of iconic photographs and cinematic moments. [Guest of a Guest]
  • Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana are appearing in court today after being accused of evading more than €400,000,000 ($522,120,000 at current exchange) in taxes. [Telegraph]
  • Ugg boots, Coach bags, and Michael Kors watches were among Cyber Monday's bestsellers. [Racked]
  • The Smithsonian is set to place The Dom Pedro, a 10,363 carat aquamarine — the largest of its kind — on permanent display on Dec. 6. [The Washington Post]
  • Lily Donaldson is the star of Free People's kaleidoscopic December catalog video. [Modelinia]
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    Free People Sets the Stage For Impeccably Cool Holiday Style

    Free People's latest lookbook fare, titled Stage Right, is just another excuse to keep the holiday styling inspiration at an all-time (dreamy) high, and we're more than OK with that.

    Free People's latest lookbook fare, titled Stage Right, is just another excuse to keep the holiday styling inspiration at an all-time (dreamy) high, and we're more than OK with that. Here's the thing: we've come to expect nothing less than effortlessly cool combos from the bohemian-luxe brand, which regularly makes us wish we layered up in flowy maxi dresses, oversize cardigans, fringed skirts, and wool fedoras. This time around, though, Free People is doing what it does best — juxtaposing ultrafeminine silhouettes with a tougher tomboy attitude — with a timely holiday slant. And, without spoiling the prettiness ahead, let's just say, you'll be prepped with the essentials for any gorgeous cocktail party. Think metallics, lace, sequins, floral appliqué, and soft open-knit weave details. Below, find our top three picks — culled straight from the November lookbook — with our own styling tips, then click through for the rest.

    • How fresh is this delicate white lace top, accented with black suspenders? It's a playful juxtaposition of sweet and airy (done the wintry way, of course) with just a hint of a tough-girl vibe. To us, this is Free People at its core, pretty and just a little undone. Our styling suggestion? Just add cropped black trousers and a point-toe pump.
    • We're a little bit obsessed with the brand's just-debuted FP shoe collection, and these sexy lace-up moto boots are the cool-girl offset to your more festive feminine pieces. Pair these boots with a looser-fighting midi-length skirt and chunky bobbled knit sweater, or wear them over dark skinny jeans.
    • Brave enough to don gold embellished pants? Then try on this statement-making pair if you dare. All you'll need to complete the look are a simple silky blouse and ankle-strap pumps.

    Source: Free People

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    Free People's Fairy-Tale Lookbook Has Some Real-Life Styling Options, Too

    Free People's November catalog supplies us with more than Winter-fantasy-inspired landscapes and Shetland ponies.
    Free People November Lookbook 2012

    Free People's November catalog supplies us with more than Winter-fantasy-inspired landscapes and Shetland ponies. Its fantastic snowy-covered, fairy-tale set is matched with an equally dreamy lineup of slip dresses, clever knits, and sparkly jewels, styled just the right way. Putting the "opposites attract" rule to good use, FP showcases its feminine, bohemian-feeling wares, juxtaposed with a hint of glamour, like a cozy pullover offset with a rhinestone statement necklace. We may not have the horses or the fields to frolic through, but we promise these styling tricks — think of a warm pullover layered over a floaty white dress — will work just as well for real-life occasions, like brunch or dinner in the neighborhood. It really is more than just pretty to look at, though we promise it's that, too. Click on for all of the inspirational styling (and of course, the gorgeous pictures).

    Celebrity Style

    Ashley Tisdale Brightens Fall With a Colorful Cardigan and Red Tote

    Ashley Tisdale went bohemian cool in a cozy multicolored Free People sweater ($248), black leggings, spiked Jeffrey Campbell boots ($328), and a bright red Givenchy shopper ($2,180) while heading out to dinner in LA.

    Ashley Tisdale went bohemian cool in a cozy multicolored Free People sweater ($248), black leggings, spiked Jeffrey Campbell boots ($328), and a bright red Givenchy shopper ($2,180) while heading out to dinner in LA. Her knit sweater and vibrant red bag brightened her Fall basics perfectly, while her spiked boots lent a tough touch. She completed her layered look with a delicate pendant necklace, a cutout Free People moon pendant ($58), and perfectly tousled curls. Re-create Ashley's haute-hippie style by pairing her exact boots and bag with a basic V-neck tee, black leggings, and a few charming accessories.

    Celebrity Style

    Katy Perry Works Two Fab Looks For Her NYC Date With John Mayer

    Katy Perry and John Mayer had a day-and-night date in NYC, and for the special outings, Katy wore two equally chic looks that are easy to re-create.

    Katy Perry and John Mayer had a day-and-night date in NYC, and for the special outings, Katy wore two equally chic looks that are easy to re-create. During the day, the singer styled this sweater-sleeved Free People denim jacket ($198) with neutral basics and a black Panama hat. Then at night, she channeled her inner glamour girl, working a floral sheath dress with yellow Charlotte Olympia ankle-strap pumps and a yellow chain-strap bag. Get a closer look at Katy's NYC styles, then shop her looks for yourself.

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    Free People's Gorgeous Desert Style Will Look Even Better in the City

    True, part of what makes Free People's latest so gorgeous to look at is the breathtaking desert-scape where Sheila Marquez shows off the label's October offerings.
    Free People October Lookbook 2012

    True, part of what makes Free People's latest so gorgeous to look at is the breathtaking desert-scape where Sheila Marquez shows off the label's October offerings. But sand dunes aside, the soft dresses and bohemian prints would look just as good styled up on the city streets (where everyone can see them). True to form, Free People crafts a lineup of eclectically hippie wares, like patterned leggings, with easy, feminine staples — think of a wisp of a white maxi dress that you'll anchor with ankle boots and a cozy cardigan. If ever you've been looking for a way to break up your Fall to Winter staples, this selection of lace, fur, and fringe-trimmed pieces will add a very special touch to the essentials already lurking in your closet. Get our big takeaways below, then click on for all the inspiration — and shop away at Free People now.

    • Investing in a little printed dress like this will have major payoff all season long. The shape is ultraflattering, and the print will pop against black tights.
    • Look to this beautifully bohemian style for lessons in making your LWDs wearable all year round. Ground the feminine, floaty fabric with a pair of ankle boots and a cozy fur vest for the same effect.