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11 Reasons Why You Need a New Spring Jacket

We can't wait to shed all of our heavy Winter coats for lighter fare, and with warmer temps within reach, we're looking to update our wardrobe with the perfect Spring jacket.

We can't wait to shed all of our heavy Winter coats for lighter fare, and with warmer temps within reach, we're looking to update our wardrobe with the perfect Spring jacket. Our favorite styles this season range from chic trench coats — perfect for wearing with just about anything — to sportier renditions, like 3.1 Phillip Lim's gorgeous silk-embroidered bomber. To help you get on the right Spring track, we've handpicked 11 irresistible options (at all price points) for you to shop right now.

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Zara Springs Forward For Its February TRF Lookbook

Zara just released its February TRF lookbook, filled with covetable Spring pieces we'd like to wear, well, now.

Zara just released its February TRF lookbook, filled with covetable Spring pieces we'd like to wear, well, now. Yes, there might still be snow on the streets, but there's no harm in stocking up for the warmer weather (and Summer concert season) ahead. That said, feast your eyes on the Spanish retailer's slick array of embroidered jackets, crystal-embellished tops, and enough denim to last you all season long. The latter highlighted some irresistibly cool nomad and dot-print patterns on an array of bleached jeans. Meanwhile, there are enough cutoff shorts to take you to Coachella, Central Park's Concert Series, and beyond. See our top three picks below, then click on to see the complete lookbook.

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Zara's Semiannual Sale Is Here — What Cool-Girl Pieces to Snag ASAP

As if we really needed more reason to shop, Zara went ahead and kicked off its semiannual sale at midnight.

As if we really needed more reason to shop, Zara went ahead and kicked off its semiannual sale at midnight. We're certainly not complaining — this feels like a Christmas-come-early situation — and we're fully prepared to take on the covet-worthy discounted merchandise within. So much so, we've already gone ahead and done some scouting for you. That way, you can get in and get out (figuratively speaking) in record time. You know that Kate Moss-inspired colorblocked leopard overcoat you've had your eye on? Oh, it's under $200 now. Or, what about those cool-girl Western ankle boots? Yep, the price tag on those has been slashed. It's good news all around, but the best news by far is the chic wardrobe potential that lies ahead — at a fraction of the cost — so keep clicking.

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Your Holiday Style, Simplified — Thanks to Zara's Latest

Holiday dressing usually means lots of glitz, glamour, sequins — and the inevitable stress of getting the look just right.

Holiday dressing usually means lots of glitz, glamour, sequins — and the inevitable stress of getting the look just right. But what if this year you took a page out of Zara's Twelve, the latest in their lineup of lookbooks, which streamlines holiday-themed dressing with a more unexpected collection of mainly minimalist silhouettes and a sleek black and white palette. It's a testament to the fact that less really can be more — like a pop of sparkle on a palm-sized clutch to complement an understated velvet LBD, or just a hint of embellished trim on the sleeves of your otherwise all-white party top. If you're typically more of the over-the-top party dress type, we promise these pieces make a statement where it counts — cue this seriously sexy subtly cutout LBD. Click on to see Kasia Struss show off the rest of Zara's holiday-perfect pieces.

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Zara's December Is All We Want to Wear For the Holidays — and More

All year it's turned out collections that hone in on our favorite trends (at our favorite price points) — and Zara's last looks of 2012 are just as awesome.
Zara December Collection 2012

All year it's turned out collections that hone in on our favorite trends (at our favorite price points) — and Zara's last looks of 2012 are just as awesome. Perfectly on-point for the holiday season — without any festive dressing clichés here — the December lineup is a mix of black and white stripes, sophisticated houndstooth blazers, sequined minis, a touch of plaid, and a hearty helping of leather. It may not be rife with the most obvious choices for party dressing, but a printed t-shirt, statement jewels, and a blazer might just be a cooler alternative to your average Christmas dress anyway, as evidenced by lookbook muse Kasia Struss. They're also the kind of pieces you'll keep in rotation long after your holiday party and NYE obligations. Read on for our takeaways — then click through for a look at the whole collection.

  • If you're not the party-dress type, this jumpsuit makes a pretty sexy alternative.
  • Style up a sequined skirt just like this for the coolest kind of New Year's dress code.
  • This sequined jacket is one of those awesome pieces, with just the right amount of party glitz and sophistication, that last you long after the ball drops.
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Versace Rumored to Design For Gaga's Next Tour; America's Newest Fashion Plates

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



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

  • If the rumors are true, Versace will design Lady Gaga's costumes for her upcoming Born This Way Ball tour. [Vogue UK]

  • Burberry just landed in Chicago, outfitting the largest store on the Magnificent Mile with the brand's signature Burberry plaid. [WWD]

  • Move over Michelle, America has two new fashion plates: Malia and Sasha Obama. [NY Times]

  • Fashion vocab word of the day: showrooming (v), the act of visiting a brick and mortar store, seeing an item you like, then using your phone to find and purchase it at a lower price. [Glamour]

  • Trend forecasters report that consumers are growing weary of fast-fashion brands like Zara, H&M, and Forever 21. [Racked]

  • Joanna Lumley's wardrobe from Absolutely Fabulous raised £15,010 (or $23,786 in the current exchange rate) at a recent auction. The sum was nearly triple what was expected. [Vogue UK]

  • Charles Philip, whose slipper designs are favored by celebrities like Jessica Alba and Rihanna, has filed a lawsuit against The Gap, claiming the retailer has not only copied his designs, but even used a similar name for a collection of shoes selling at an 80 percent discount. [NY Post]

  • Ralph Lauren celebrated its Downton Abbey-inspired Fall collection with a dinner and fashion show at Highclere Castle — the setting of the show itself. Carson, the butler, was, sadly, not present. [Ralph Lauren Facebook]

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Joanna Coles's Big Hire; Alexa Chung's New Beau?

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.



Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

  • Laetitia Casta is the star of H&M's Holiday 2012 lingerie campaign. [NitroLicious]

  • Joanna Coles has made her first big hire since becoming the editor in chief of Cosmopolitan. Paul Solomons will join her as the magazine's new creative director after serving in the same role for British GQ. [WWD]

  • A source says Alexa Chung and recording artist Pharrell Williams "looked quite cozy together" at the launch party for Williams's new book. Do we smell a new fashion/music power couple in the making? [Page Six]

  • Natalie Joos is working with New York's Housing Works to help victims of Hurricane Sandy. Joos says the most-needed items right now are "toilet paper, paper towels, detergent, cleaning products, batteries and flashlights." [Fashionista]

  • Why hasn't Zara expanded in the United States the way H&M and Uniqlo have? "[Americans] don't fit in the clothes," said an expert on Zara's business. "So why do it? Having to make larger sizes makes production so much more complex." [The New York Times]

  • Maryna Linchuk takes on the role of a modern Lady Godiva in a new video for Interview Russia. [YouTube]
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First Look — Zara Goes Nautical With Its New November Collection

Zara just released its November TRF lookbook filled with slick, nautical-tinged pieces to update your current style mix.

Zara just released its November TRF lookbook filled with slick, nautical-tinged pieces to update your current style mix. To battle the Winter chill, the brand has offered up a bevy of tailored wool peacoats — updated with modern embellishments like gold zippers and beaded cuffs — cuddly oversize knits, printed bomber jackets, and jacquard trousers. In fact, we can't think of a better way to bundle up this season. See our top picks below, then click the slideshow for the complete Zara TRF November lookbook.

  • Looking for the perfect Winter coat? This navy shipman-inspired jacket is perfect for everyday wear, but try draping it (over your shoulders) with an elegant maxi dress for a masculine-meets-feminine appeal.
  • We love the dramatic fishtail hemline and mixed-knit mashup on this oversize cardigan sweater.
  • We'd like to pair this versatile leather and jacquard jacket with dark denim skinnies, pencil skirts, maxi dresses — the list goes on and on . . .
Kid Shopping

14 Finds From Zara Home Kids' New Online Shop

Zara Home launched its US ecommerce site this week, and along with it comes Zara Home Kids, a cute collection of children's bedding, tableware, bath items, and more.

Zara Home launched its US ecommerce site this week, and along with it comes Zara Home Kids, a cute collection of children's bedding, tableware, bath items, and more. We're loving the adorable, affordable line, which has an eclectic, indie feel that any creative kid would love. From whimsical pillows to the cutest clog slippers, check out our 14 favorite finds from the new online retailer.

Interior Design News

A Sneak Peek of Zara Home's US Launch!

Though other parts of the world have enjoyed decorating with Zara Home products since 2003, we can hardly contain our excitement for the US ecommerce launch this week.

Though other parts of the world have enjoyed decorating with Zara Home products since 2003, we can hardly contain our excitement for the US ecommerce launch this week. Beginning on Oct. 9, US shoppers will be able to choose from an assortment of bed, bath, and table linens, furniture, tableware, cutlery, and decorative accessories that reflects the type of trend-driven style its fashion label is known for. With collections ranging from country to contemporary, there's something for every decor enthusiast. Take a look at the products we're most anticipating for this weekend's launch!