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Trend Alert: The Bomber Jacket Is Back

The bomber jacket has come back in a major way this season.

The bomber jacket has come back in a major way this season. Only this time around, the utilitarian outerwear has been reimagined with feminine fabrics and patterns. We think it makes a great layering piece that will take you through Summer and right into Autumn. Need further proof on why the bomber jacket is a must have? Just tune in to find out. On Allison: Tanya Taylor jacket, Everlane top, Rebecca Taylor shorts, Heather Gardener necklace.

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Trend Alert: The Bomber Jacket Is Back

The bomber jacket has come back in a major way this season.

The bomber jacket has come back in a major way this season. Only this time around, the utilitarian outerwear has been reimagined with feminine fabrics and patterns. We think it makes a great layering piece that will take you through Summer and right into Fall. Need further proof on why the bomber jacket is a must have? Just tune in to find out. On Allison: Tanya Taylor jacket, Everlane top, Rebecca Taylor shorts, Heather Gardener necklace.

Fashion Flash

Miranda Kerr and Karolina Kurkova Play It Cool For The Great Gatsby

After a night at the Met Gala, Miranda Kerr and Karolina Kurkova spent a night at the movies as they attended a special early screening of The Great Gatsby, which hits theaters this Friday.

After a night at the Met Gala, Miranda Kerr and Karolina Kurkova spent a night at the movies as they attended a special early screening of The Great Gatsby, which hits theaters this Friday. Miranda went for allover florals — in a jumpsuit, no less — while Karolina perfected her cool off-duty model look. Watch on to hear all about it! On Allison: Tanya Taylor jacket, Everlane top, Rebecca Minkoff shorts, Beso Beso jewelry.

Make a Striped Doctor's Bag Inspired by Marc Jacobs's '60s Runway

Stripes have long been a favorite in fashion circles, and for Spring 2013, designers brought back the classic print.

Stripes have long been a favorite in fashion circles, and for Spring 2013, designers brought back the classic print. For today's DIY, we are showing you how to transform a plain bag into a striped creation just like the one we saw on Marc Jacobs's runway. Watch to see how it's done, and then get ready to show your stripes! On Allison: Parker top, Eddie Borgo ring.

Stripes

Make a Striped Doctor's Bag Inspired by Marc Jacobs's '60s Runway

Stripes have long been a favorite in fashion circles, and for Spring 2013, designers brought back the classic print.

Stripes have long been a favorite in fashion circles, and for Spring 2013, designers brought back the classic print. For today's DIY, we are showing you how to transform a plain bag into a striped creation just like the one we saw on Marc Jacobs's runway. Watch to see how it's done, and then get ready to show your stripes! On Allison: Parker top, Eddie Borgo ring.

Fashion Flash

Met Gala's Punk-Perfect Best Dressed — Plus the Night's Sexiest Trend

The 2013 Met Gala has come and gone, but we are still replaying the most memorable fashion moments over and over again in our heads!

The 2013 Met Gala has come and gone, but we are still replaying the most memorable fashion moments over and over again in our heads! It was a punk takeover on the red carpet, but who really pulled it off? Hint: she wore a ridiculously cool mohawk! Plus, style setters like Emma Watson, Miranda Kerr, and Carey Mulligan jumped on the sexiest trend of the evening: cutouts. It's all in this special Met Gala recap edition of Fashion Flash. On Allison: Love, Zooey top, Tibi jacket, Vita Fede rings.

Wedding

Keira Knightley Repeats Dress For Her Wedding!

Keira Knightley wed James Righton in France over the weekend, and we were surprised to see her dress of choice for the occasion.

Keira Knightley wed James Righton in France over the weekend, and we were surprised to see her dress of choice for the occasion. She chose to rewear a piece from her own wardrobe to walk down the aisle — a sweet strapless tulle dress reportedly by Rodarte. The first time we spotted her in this dress was at a pre-BAFTA bash in 2008! Watch on to hear the rest of the story, and let us know what you think about Keira's choice below. On Allison: Sachin + Babi skirt, ATM tee.

Fashion Flash

Modern-Day Punk Icons Inspired by This Year's Met Gala

With tonight's 2013 Met Gala theme, Punk: Chaos to Couture, on the brain, we've been inspired to round up our top modern-day punk style icons.

With tonight's 2013 Met Gala theme, Punk: Chaos to Couture, on the brain, we've been inspired to round up our top modern-day punk style icons. From Miley Cyrus's bold onstage attire and risqué magazine cover shoots to Gwen Stefani's tough-girl charm, we've rounded up seven ladies who've mastered punk. Watch on to see who else made our list, and catch the Met Gala red carpet live tonight at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT on Vogue.com. On Allison: BCBG Max Azria vest.

Nicole and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Look Fierce in Balmain

Balmain hosted an intimate dinner party at Chateau Marmont on Saturday evening with celebrity attendees like Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley decked out in the designer du jour.

Balmain hosted an intimate dinner party at Chateau Marmont on Saturday evening with celebrity attendees like Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley decked out in the designer du jour. Both ladies offered us different looks from Balmain's Spring 2013 collection — but whose outfit do you like best? Watch today's Fashion Flash for all the scoop from the party. On Allison: Sachin + Babi jacket, Zara top, BesoBeso jewelry.

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DIY: Add '90s Flare to Jean Shorts With Gemstones

Jean shorts are a Summer essential, and a great canvas to try different DIYs.

Jean shorts are a Summer essential, and a great canvas to try different DIYs. We've already showed you how to add studs, so today we're giving our cut-offs a '90s twist with a little diamante action. We took inspiration from Christopher Kane's runway for this Designer DIY, take a look! On Allison: Parker blouse, Eddie Borgo ring.

Celebrity Style

Nicole and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Look Fierce in Balmain

Balmain hosted an intimate dinner party at Chateau Marmont last evening with celebrity attendees like Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley decked out in the designer du jour.

Balmain hosted an intimate dinner party at Chateau Marmont last evening with celebrity attendees like Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley decked out in the designer du jour. Both ladies offered us different looks from Balmain's Spring 2013 collection — but whose outfit do you like best? Watch today's Fashion Flash for all the scoop from the party. On Allison: Sachin + Babi jacket, Zara top, BesoBeso jewelry.

Fashion Flash

Carey Mulligan Reveals Why Her Great Gatsby Costumes Made Her Nervous

The Great Gatsby world premiere took place in New York City last evening, and Baz Luhrmann's cast came out to celebrate.

The Great Gatsby world premiere took place in New York City last evening, and Baz Luhrmann's cast came out to celebrate. Carey Mulligan stood out in a bold red Lanvin look that's in-line with her minimalist approach to red carpet dressing. In the movie, Carey wore a bevy of decadent '20s-inspired Prada gowns along with loads of diamonds and pearls, and she told us that she was nervous wearing it all — she even broke her pearls a few times! For all the style scoop from the Gatsby premiere, watch today's Fashion Flash. On Allison: Rebecca Taylor jacket, Zara top.

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DIY: Add '90s Flair to Jean Shorts With Gemstones

Jean shorts are a Summer essential, and a great canvas to try different DIYs.

Jean shorts are a Summer essential, and a great canvas to try different DIYs. We've already shown you how to add studs, so today we're giving our cutoffs a '90s twist with a little rhinestone action. We took inspiration from Christopher Kane's runway for this Designer DIY. Take a look! On Allison: Parker blouse, Eddie Borgo ring.

#Selfie 101: Learn How to Take Your Best Photo Yet!

Selfies: we've all done them (don't lie, we saw it on your Instagram!), but how do you master the art of taking a good self-portrait?

Selfies: we've all done them (don't lie, we saw it on your Instagram!), but how do you master the art of taking a good self-portrait? Our reporters Matthew Rodrigues and Allison McNamara are laying down the ground rules for success. There's a lot to think about: How's my background? Does this selfie have good lighting and a purpose? Watch on and keep these helpful tips in mind next time you solo "smize" to the camera. And after you watch, snap your best selfie and share it with us using our hashtag #popselfie.

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#Selfie 101: Learn How to Take Your Best Photo Yet!

Selfies: we've all done them (don't lie, we saw it on your Instagram!), but how do you master the art of taking a good self-portrait?

Selfies: we've all done them (don't lie, we saw it on your Instagram!), but how do you master the art of taking a good self-portrait? Our reporters Matthew Rodrigues and Allison McNamara are laying down the ground rules for success. There's a lot to think about: How's my background? Does this selfie have good lighting and a purpose? Watch on and keep these helpful tips in mind next time you solo "smize" to the camera. And after you watch, snap your best selfie and share it with us using our hashtag #popselfie.

Fashion Flash

Get an Inside Look at NYC's Dress Gatsby Bash With Carey Mulligan and More!

The highly anticipated remake of The Great Gatsby hits theaters on May 10, but we already have an inside look at some of the gorgeous costumes worn in the movie.

The highly anticipated remake of The Great Gatsby hits theaters on May 10, but we already have an inside look at some of the gorgeous costumes worn in the movie. Last night at the Dress Gatsby bash in NYC, celebrity guests including Carey Mulligan, Alexa Chung, Katy Perry, and more were treated with an up close look at the costumes designed by costume designer Catherine Martin and Miuccia Prada. Clearly the night was all about Prada, so sit back and take a look at the costumes and the stylish Prada-clad celebrities. On Allison: Topshop dress, H&M top.

Fashion Flash

Betsey and Lulu Johnson on Their Reality TV Show, Craziest Trends, and More!

Betsey Johnson is a legendary fashion designer, and now you can get a glimpse inside her crazy life when she takes the reality-TV world by storm with her new show on the Style Network, XOX, Betsey Johnson.

Betsey Johnson is a legendary fashion designer, and now you can get a glimpse inside her crazy life when she takes the reality-TV world by storm with her new show on the Style Network, XOX, Betsey Johnson. The show stars Betsey along with her daughter, Lulu, and documents their trials and tribulations. Needless to say, you can expect a lot of action from these two. Both Betsey and Lulu stopped by our studio to chat, so watch on to hear them dish about the show — and enjoy a few laughs along the way. And don't forget to check out XOX, Betsey Johnson when it premieres on Sunday, May 12 at 8 p.m. on the Style Network. On Allison: BCBG Max Azria jacket, Parker skirt.

Fashion Flash

Zoe Saldana Bares Her Abs in a Crop Top and Goes Bold in Hot Pink!

Zoe Saldana earned some major style points over in Germany promoting her new movie, Star Trek Intro Darkness.

Zoe Saldana earned some major style points over in Germany promoting her new movie, Star Trek Intro Darkness. By day, she went monochromatic in a gray top and skirt that revealed a flash of skin. By night, she opted for an ultraluxe ensemble with bold color and texture. We can't wait to see lots more from Zoe on the movie's promo tour! On Allison: Zara blazer, H&M top, Zara pants.

Fashion Flash

See Beyoncé's Best Met Gala Fashion Moments to Date!

Beyoncé is this year's Met Gala honorary chair, and we couldn't be more excited to see how she dresses for the fashion industry's most glamorous night.

Beyoncé is this year's Met Gala honorary chair, and we couldn't be more excited to see how she dresses for the fashion industry's most glamorous night. With the May 6 festivities near, and Punk: Chaos to Couture as the exhibition and theme, we're taking a look at a few of Beyoncé's best Met Gala outfits yet. Keep watching, and be sure to catch Beyoncé on the Met Gala red carpet May 6, streaming live on Vogue.com starting at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

On Allison: Rachel Zoe blazer, Blank NYC jeans, Aldo shoes.