Posts for November 19th 2012

Celebrity Style

Olivia Wilde Works Two Pairs of Printed Pants This Weekend — Shop Both!

While out and about in NYC, Olivia Wilde worked not one but two pairs of printed Rag & Bone pants, creating two toasty and trendy weekend styles we can't wait to mimic.

While out and about in NYC, Olivia Wilde worked not one but two pairs of printed Rag & Bone pants, creating two toasty and trendy weekend styles we can't wait to mimic. She worked both bottoms — one full print and the other a tamer version with printed panels — with a black flared peacoat, gray ribbed scarf, and black leather ankle boots, proving printed pants are quickly becoming a closet essential. Get a closer look at Olivia's cool-girl style, then shop both pairs to work with everything from peacoats and ankle boots to leather tops and pumps.

Fashion

Get to Know Jamie Haller — the Woman Behind Cool-Girl Label NSF

If you know NSF, then you know this: the label's a go-to for easy knits, polished but not overly complicated separates, and a cool, tomboy aesthetic.

If you know NSF, then you know this: the label's a go-to for easy knits, polished but not overly complicated separates, and a cool, tomboy aesthetic. Its evolution from menswear brand to a women's line with an independent SoCal spirit that draws closely on its menswear roots is now a mission that creative director Jamie Haller will confidently expand. With more than 10 years of experience as a designer in LA, plus a memorable run at the helm of Ever, a brand she relaunched as an instant success (with a major celebrity following) in 2008, Jamie has big plans for taking NSF into even more awesome territory. For starters, she's expanded the collection's base of knits to include a selection of soft, drapy sportswear, Italian leather finishes, and Japanese hand-processed denim — and it's only been about a year since Jamie took the reins. Keep reading to learn more about the very talented Miss Haller and just why we're crushing on the creative director and her very cool-girl collection.

  • On the NSF girl: "Relaxed, casual, and cool are words that best describe the NSF girl. She is free spirited, easygoing, [and] timeless, but with a forward sensibility. Our customer wants to be both laid back and yet look pulled together, to be styled, and yet understated."
  • On what inspires the collection: "Everything. I try not to be too rigid about how the collection comes together. It is a very organic process. I look at a lot of different fabrics, silhouette inspirations, vintage. I go flea market hunting, we scour our own closets for old favorites, and I borrow from the boys. We sit around and daydream about good ideas and what we would be really excited to design or wear. Sometimes something as simple as a distressed old tee can be really inspirational. Pulling the collection together is an evolution. I trust that sometimes what we do at the last minute is often the best thing in the line."

Read on for Jamie's fashion icons, Fall dressing tips, and a look at our favorite NSF Fall pieces.

James Perse

Exclusive Early Access to James Perse's Private Sale!

Have a case of the Mondays?

Have a case of the Mondays? We've got something to cheer you up. Luxurious basics label James Perse launches its online private sale Wednesday, offering up to a generous 40 percent off its beautiful staples through Nov. 30. But here's the icing on the cake: PopSugar Shop's secured you exclusive two-day-early access to the sale!

With timeless pieces for both ladies and gents, the sale is chock-full of Fall staples and holiday gifts. We're filling our shopping cart with sheer white blouses, cozy wrap cardigans, ombré sweaters, pocket t-shirts, and crewneck sweatshirts. Shop now ahead of the pack!

Celebrity Style

Sienna Miller Gets Her Winter Wardrobe Right — and You Will, Too

The Winter dress code has everything to do with balancing the obvious lineup of warmth-trapping components, and then somehow parlaying that slightly bulkier look into something cute and polished.

The Winter dress code has everything to do with balancing the obvious lineup of warmth-trapping components, and then somehow parlaying that slightly bulkier look into something cute and polished. Yes, it can be a tough equation to solve — we're definitely guilty of throwing on our puffer coats and calling it a day — but that's why Sienna Miller's latest wintry ensemble is a great excuse for not falling into a cold-weather rut. Her easy outfit consists of minimal layers (with a focus on thicker materials), lots of texture, seasonal hues, and a no-fail boot that you probably already own. In other words, style up a warm-toned sweater with (faux) fur outerwear, just like Sienna did with her bobbled cable-knit topper and dark brown fur coat. Then, pair the laid-back combo on top with your favorite pair of slim-cut jeans and ankle boots à la Isabel Marant's iconic Dicker boot. Bonus points if the jeans happen to feature a lace-up ankle detail, too. That's it. The look proves perfect for a chilly day, all without having to rely on grandiose styling or, for that matter, a lot of pieces to pile on. Ready to take on Sienna's Winter wardrobe? Shop our key picks below.

Clockwise from top left: Ruby & Ed Faux Fur Coat ($341), Topshop Moto Vintage Skinny Leigh Jeans ($76), Isabel Marant Dicker Boots ($565), Burberry Brit Cable-Knit Cotton-Blend Sweater ($595)

Shopping

13 Shimmery Embellished Pants to Wear to Your Next Holiday Party

We love looking for new ways to switch up our partywear, and while the LBD is always a chic option, we're adding a new twist to our holiday dressing MO this season.
Best Embellished and Sequined Pants 2012

We love looking for new ways to switch up our partywear, and while the LBD is always a chic option, we're adding a new twist to our holiday dressing MO this season. Our latest must-have piece? The embellished pant. With brands like J.Crew — how adorable is this sequined bow-embellished rendition? — Phillip Lim, and Michael Kors leading the style pack with their whimsical designs, there's a style and silhouette for every festive occasion. Pair lightly embellished trousers with a silk printed top and blazer for a look that can easily take you from day to night, then take the weekend by storm with sequined pants for a fun take on party dressing. Ready to dazzle your way through the end of the year? Here are 13 of the best embellished pants to start shopping now.

POPSUGAR Fashion

Pack Everything Into a Single Carry-On This Thanksgiving!

Whether the Thanksgiving holiday means you're packing light for the tropics, or layering up for the slopes, we're going to show you how to pack everything you need into one carry-on suitcase!

Whether the Thanksgiving holiday means you're packing light for the tropics, or layering up for the slopes, we're going to show you how to pack everything you need into one carry-on suitcase! Style expert and packing pro Ricci DeMartino teaches us how to save space in our suitcase, keep our delicates wrinkle-free, and fit those last-minute items in. Watch here to see Ricci's packing tricks!

lookbooks

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.
Celebrity

American Music Awards: Best Dressed

The American Music Awards were all about shimmer, shine, and a lot of leg-baring looks this year.

The American Music Awards were all about shimmer, shine, and a lot of leg-baring looks this year. Of all the eye-catching ensembles from the evening, there were four in particular that stood out among the red-carpet crowd. Taylor Swift stunned in a sweet and sexy metallic floral mini by Zuhair Murad; Carrie Underwood dazzled in a sheer, purple lace gown by Abed Mahfouz; and Stacy Keibler showed off her legs for days in a jeweled Collette Dinnigan dress. Meanwhile, Scandal star Kerry Washington showed off her style prowess in a beautiful yellow lace creation by Stella McCartney paired with pink pumps. Now, it's your cue to chime in: which AMAs attendee gets your vote for best dressed of the evening?

Holiday

The Perfect Thanksgiving Outfit For Every Kind of Dress Code

Gobble, gobble. Whether you plan on gorging on Tofurkey or the real thing, Thanksgiving is just around the corner — and wearing sweats to the dinner table is not an option.
Friendly Get-Together

Gobble, gobble. Whether you plan on gorging on Tofurkey or the real thing, Thanksgiving is just around the corner — and wearing sweats to the dinner table is not an option. Certain dinner situations require a different dress code, so we created three foolproof outfits that will surely fit the bill. From a fancy Thanksgiving soiree at your beau's parents' house to a cozy get-together with friends, we've got you covered from head to toe.