Posts for March 19th 2012

SXSW

Solange Knowles, Kat Graham, and More Rock SXSW Looks to Inspire Music Festival Style

Now that SXSW has wrapped, we can take a closer look at the boho-cool style to emerge from the plethora of showcases, blowout concerts, and interactive panels.

Now that SXSW has wrapped, we can take a closer look at the boho-cool style to emerge from the plethora of showcases, blowout concerts, and interactive panels. While Coachella may be known for its Indio heat-soaked, hippie-inspired fashion, and Bonnaroo is notorious for Woodstock-esque wares, Austin's week-long festival presents an interesting mix of freespirited prints and urban-chic pairings. This year, The Vampire Diaries Kat Graham and UK sensation Cher Lloyd donned '90s influenced pieces — think flannel, ripped up denim, and Madonna-esque crop tops, while Solange Knowles opted for a bright iteration of sleek colorblocking. Santigold kept it funky in striped jeans and a tuxedo blazer, Kreayshawn embraced her grungier Kurt Cobain side, and Kimbra played up the sweetness of a Peter Pan collar. To get inspired by the best SXSW looks, just keep clicking.

Celebrity Style

Outfit Inspiration: One Weekend and One Work Look Courtesy of Charlize

After a weekend at WonderCon in Anaheim, Charlize flew to NYC to promote her upcoming movie Prometheus.

After a weekend at WonderCon in Anaheim, Charlize flew to NYC to promote her upcoming movie Prometheus. There she gave us not one but two outfit inspirations: one for work and one for the weekend. For the office, Charlize showed off an all-black look that's super sleek, perfect for an important meeting. And for running errands, Charlize gave preppy chic with biker edge. Step inside to get a closer look at both outfits and to shop similar pieces.

Celebrity

Diane Kruger Shows Off a Dramatic Jason Wu Cape – Love It or Leave It?

Diane Kruger showed off a daring ensemble in Miami over the weekend at the St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami wearing an embroidered Jason Wu cape jacket straight off the designer's Fall 2012 runway.


Diane Kruger showed off a daring ensemble in Miami over the weekend at the St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami wearing an embroidered Jason Wu cape jacket straight off the designer's Fall 2012 runway. Wu paired the look with pants on the runway, but leave it to Diane Kruger to give the look her own fashion spin by wearing it as a dress instead of a coat. Gold ankle strap heels, a red clutch, and a bold lip complete her fashion-forward look. Are you loving her fearless styling skills, or have you seen better looks from Diane? Vote below and tell us your thoughts in the comments section.

Celebrity Style

Nicky Inspires a Search For the Top Mint Frocks For Spring Soirees

As if it wasn't official enough when Odette Yustman wore a mint dress to the premiere of The Hunger Games, let's say it again: Hollywood is totally obsessed with the pastel hue right now.

As if it wasn't official enough when Odette Yustman wore a mint dress to the premiere of The Hunger Games, let's say it again: Hollywood is totally obsessed with the pastel hue right now. Even Nicky Hilton chose a mint-colored frock from her mom Kathy Hilton's new Spring 2012 special occasion dress collection at the LA launch party. We adore everything about it: the soft hue, the pleated skirt, the ruffle bodice, and the tie detail at the waist. Who knew Mrs. Hilton had such a killer eye for details? We're so inspired by Nicky's feminine look that we set out on a search to find the most stunning mint frocks for all your upcoming Spring soirees, including weddings. If you're a bride-to-be in need of the perfect bridal shower dress, there's one for you, too! And if you want to score Nicky's exact dress, find a store near you that carries the Kathy Hilton line.

Photos Courtesy of Raphael Maglonzo

Celebrity Style

Celeb Style: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Nails Street-Cool

In a selection of covet-worthy gear, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley outfits street-cool like a pro.

In a selection of covet-worthy gear, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley outfits street-cool like a pro. We spotted the model out and about in NYC giving Pierre Balmain denim an edgier tilt with a red leather Balenciaga jacket and a burnout tee. She plays the rocker-chic angle perfectly — finishing with a pair of suede Opening Ceremony ankle boots and a slouchy Burberry tote. Sure, it's a crop of seriously luxe finds, but labels aside, Rosie's look is effortlessly on-trend and easy to replicate. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel the same slick street style.

Spring Fashion

Bad to the Bone (and on a Budget): Get Spring's Edgy-Cool Look For Under $100

Whether it was sheer detailing, lace, tough floral prints, or lots of light-colored leather, Spring's runways were full of edgy-cool pieces that had us wanting to jump on the back of a Harley and invest in a pair of brass knuckles.
Edgy Spring Clothes on a Budget

Whether it was sheer detailing, lace, tough floral prints, or lots of light-colored leather, Spring's runways were full of edgy-cool pieces that had us wanting to jump on the back of a Harley and invest in a pair of brass knuckles. Designers like Helmut Lang, Rag & Bone, and Altuzarra showed sexy, sporty looks incorporating bold mesh inserts and pumped-up prints — and Alexander Wang even sent his models down the runway with biker boots and motorcycle helmets. It's a look that ladies like Kate Moss, Erin Wasson, and Freja Beha Erichsen have perfected, and fortunately you don't have to drop a ton of dough to achieve the gritty, on-the-edge vibe this season. We've rounded up 15 of our favorite pieces; click through to see and shop them now.

Photo courtesy of Vogue Paris

Celebrity Style

Rachel Bilson, Miley Cyrus, and More Embrace Floral Appliqué in Sexy Red-Carpet Style

Forget statement clutches and jawdropping jewels — the latest batch of red-carpet embellishments come by way of super intricate floral appliqué detailing.

Forget statement clutches and jawdropping jewels — the latest batch of red-carpet embellishments come by way of super intricate floral appliqué detailing. Gone (for now) are the days of patchwork and snazzy stitching, we think these gorgeous add-ons add an unexpected element of formal dressing elegance. To prove our point, we've seen Elizabeth Banks rock several versions of the trend, with a little help from Atelier Versace and Marc Jacobs; we've spotted Rachel Bilson don a pretty Chanel frock complete with metallic appliqué hem; and we've lusted after Lea Michele's sultry appliqué Marchesa bodice. It's a one-part strategic styling, one-part girlie girl chic, and we're all for the resurgence of this overtly applied technique. Click through to find out which other celebs are getting in touch with their appliqué sides — and shop your favorites!

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I Love Your ShopStyle: Velvet Cool

ShopStylist nsbw offers up a supersimple, albeit chic, way to style a little white dress.

ShopStylist nsbw offers up a supersimple, albeit chic, way to style a little white dress. To re-create the look, pair a Roksanda Ilincic LWD — any structured minimalist cocktail dress — with the season's prettiest pastel-hued and jewel-toned accessories. A delicate gem-encrusted necklace, a shell-shaped shoulder bag, and velvet jade bow-tied pumps add statement color without taking attention away from the main ensemble. Polish off your LWD look with a soft pink lip and a side-swept bun.