Posts for July 2nd 2012

must haves

Sugar Shout Out: July Must Haves

Fab's falling for girlie dresses and Summer shades Yum's taste-testing Greek froyo and sour cherry spread Bella's tracked down dreamy moisturizers and exotic aromas Tres is dishing on Summer's best reads Lil's loving smart rash guards and umbrella stroller storage Casa's enjoying the great outdoors in outdoor showers and chic Airstream trailers Buzz is pumped for Breaking Bad, The Dark Knight Rises, and Passion Pit Savvy's celebrating the Fourth with financial independence Fit's getting into Naked juices, lightweight hammocks, and post-yoga Mary Janes Geek's giddy for the Google Nexus 7 Tablet and Lego Batman 2 Love our list of must-have items?

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Swimwear

Our Ultimate Swimsuit Guide — Get the Best Fit For Your Body

Finding the perfect Summer suit can seem like an impossible task, especially when you don't know quite what you're looking for.
Best Swimsuit For Your Body Shopping Guide 2012

Finding the perfect Summer suit can seem like an impossible task, especially when you don't know quite what you're looking for. We're putting an end to all that with our ultimate guide to getting the right fit for your body. With the help of swimwear fit and style expert Audrey Jimenez over at Everything But Water, we're breaking down the best fit tips for every body type and the best styles to shop for your figure all right here. From curvier frames to athletic body types, we're helping to make sense of the endless swimwear options out there and narrowing down all of our favorite options that were made to fit and flatter your frame. Want to know what you should be looking for? Get the expert's quick-hit dos and don'ts, then click on to find your perfect suit — and resolve to never hate swimsuit shopping again.

Dos

  • Do try on lots of different suits. Swim styles change all the time, so look outside of your comfort zone and you may find your new favorite silhouette.
  • Do go with a smaller size if you are not sure. Swimsuits expand when wet.
  • Do use ties and adjustable straps to fit the suit to your body. Go tighter than you think. Once tied, lean forward and adjust until your bust is covered and stays put.

Don'ts

  • Don't choose a trendy silhouette if it doesn't fit you well. Great style begins with a great fit, so it's more important to find the silhouette that best flatters your figure.
  • Don't assume a size larger or more fabric will give you more flattering coverage. Many women purchase suits that are too large, and as a result, the fabric gaps and the suits don't support properly. If you want more coverage, find a style that offers more coverage.
Fashion Flash

Celebrities Flock to the Front Row at Paris Couture Week!

Paris Fall 2012 Couture Week has kicked off with Gianni Versace, Christian Dior, and Giambattista Valli showing off their gorgeous haute creations for the upcoming season.

Paris Fall 2012 Couture Week has kicked off with Gianni Versace, Christian Dior, and Giambattista Valli showing off their gorgeous haute creations for the upcoming season. Raf Simons made his highly anticipated debut at Christian Dior, and stylish celebrities like Olivia Palermo and Marion Cotillard came out to support the designer and see the show. Watch today's Fab Flash to see the front-row fashion.

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He takes his mark on the podium, ready for a showdown against his rival. The starting gun sounds and he dives in to the sink. An announcer excitedly delivers the play-by-play as we see both sponges giving it their all. We cut to a side by side demo which shows Dawn superior grease cutting.

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Celebrity Style

Jennifer Lawrence's Fashion Formula: Tank With a Pleated Maxi Skirt

Jennifer Lawrence popped in Paris wearing a fabulous fashion formula that must be mimicked pronto: a gray scooped tank tucked into an ivory pleated maxi skirt.

Jennifer Lawrence popped in Paris wearing a fabulous fashion formula that must be mimicked pronto: a gray scooped tank tucked into an ivory pleated maxi skirt. What's great about this outfit is that it can be easily re-created with so many different color combinations. You can pair a white tank with a black pleated maxi skirt for an edgy look, a nude tank with a gray skirt for something subtle, or a bright tank with a printed pleated maxi skirt for a sassier flair. No matter which you choose, finish your look with oversized sunglasses and this structured Tory Burch crossbody bag ($333, originally $475) just like Jennifer did. Choose flats for when you're on the run or wedges to give you height. To get started on Jennifer's Parisian fashion formula, shop our favorite tank and pleated maxi skirt pairings below.


asos

ASOS Releases Its Luxuriously Cool Fall Lookbook

It's hard to even imagine wearing a wool sweater right now, but it doesn't hurt to start planning for the cooler months ahead with ASOS's newly debuted Fall '12 lookbook.

It's hard to even imagine wearing a wool sweater right now, but it doesn't hurt to start planning for the cooler months ahead with ASOS's newly debuted Fall '12 lookbook. Jumping on all of Fall's top trends, the brand showcased patent leather tops, peplum details, and cozy knits we can't wait to snuggle into once the temperature drops. Furthermore, outerwear ranged from sporty bomber jackets to luxe fur embellished wool coats, while accessories focused on chunky soled boots and statement jewels. See our top looks below then get in on all of the action now.

  • We'd layer this cozy aubergine knit sweater over a moody floral dress in the Fall, and when it gets colder, pair with wide-leg wool trousers and boots.
  • We love this sporty leather look — who'd ever thought a baseball cap can look so sleek?
  • You can't go wrong with a fur collared navy wool coat. The two-tone satin and wool combination is equal parts cozy and chic.
Christian Dior

Christian Dior Couture Fall 2012

Raf Simons set the scene for his Couture collection with wall-to-wall flowers in a private home on the Avenue d’Iena in Paris — lovely as they were, they still played second fiddle to the craftsmanship of his Dior debut.
Christian Dior Couture Fall 2012

Raf Simons set the scene for his Couture collection with wall-to-wall flowers in a private home on the Avenue d’Iena in Paris — lovely as they were, they still played second fiddle to the craftsmanship of his Dior debut. In perfect balance, Raf celebrated both the fashion legacy at Dior, while staking out a claim for his own. He married the history of the house's '40s aesthetic with re-creations of Dior's archival patterns sewn into the backs of his ornately embroidered dresses, but the skillful tailoring told a much more contemporary story. Slim trousers, topped with fit-and-flare dresses and peplum trim were part of Raf's own modern narrative, as were the full, voluminous gowns topped with sheer, t-shirt like tops. Right down to the pointed-toe pumps, red lips, and pearls, Raf honed in on our favorite parts of ladylike dressing without building caricatures, thanks to proportions, functionality in evening wear, and trends that play to today's woman and her point of view. For Raf, vintage Dior was the jumping off point — but it wasn't the full story.

  • Trends: Menswear, peplum, cinched waists, outerwear as evening wear, dresses over pants
  • Colors: White, navy, black, petal pink; a splash of canary yellow, red, and fuchsia
  • Key piece: Ladylike coats, cinched at the waist and worn as dresses; fit-and-flare dresses over slim-cut pants
  • Accessories: Classic, pointed-toe pumps, wide metallic belts, pearl-encrusted chokers and cuffs; ladylike gloves
  • Who would wear it: Demure, classic beauties like Natalie Portman and Michelle Williams; we'd love to see Diane Kruger in the full-skirted, blue-floral print gown.
Celebrity Style

Get Geometric With Your Sequin Tops Just Like Jessica Alba

Jessica Alba's latest LA ensemble — geometric sequin Heather by Bordeaux tank ($136), black harem pants, and metallic scarf — is perfect for a sunny day of errands when you want to look cute in case you run into someone you know.

Jessica Alba's latest LA ensemble — geometric sequin Heather by Bordeaux tank ($136), black harem pants, and metallic scarf — is perfect for a sunny day of errands when you want to look cute in case you run into someone you know. Her mirrored Tory Burch sunglasses added further shine and her flip-flops lent comfort. While Jessica's entire outfit is spot on, we can't get enough of her geometric sequin tank. It's a refreshing change from all the solid sequin tops out there and gives the trend an edgier vibe. Once you're done with your errands, swap the harem pants for skinny jeans or shorts, and the flip-flops for heels, and you're ready to take the sparkly fun into the night. Shop the geometric sequin tank trend below to get started.

Celebrity Style

Michelle Williams's Wardrobe in Take This Waltz — Shop It For Summer!

Take This Waltz, starring Michelle Williams and Seth Rogen, debuted last Friday, June 29.

Take This Waltz, starring Michelle Williams and Seth Rogen, debuted last Friday, June 29. Michelle's character Margot is a happily married woman who falls in love with the artist who lives across the street. But scandal aside, Margot dresses supercute in retro dresses, preppy plaids, and denim cutoffs — in short, she portrays the perfect casual-cool Summer style. Check out Michelle's wardrobe in the movie, then shop similar pieces for yourself.

summer style

Lana Del Rey Styles up a Sweet, Summer-Perfect Mini Dress on Stage

Lana Del Rey is known for her cool, unexpected style, and over the weekend she took the stage at the Eurockéennes Festival in France wearing a sweet, girlie get-up.

Lana Del Rey is known for her cool, unexpected style, and over the weekend she took the stage at the Eurockéennes Festival in France wearing a sweet, girlie get-up. The Born to Die singer selected a white fit-and-flare dress with lace overlay and paired it with nude booties and layered cross necklaces. We like how Lana isn't afraid to switch up her style — watch on to see more. On Allison McNamara: American Apparel top, Melanie Auld necklace.