Posts for September 29th 2012

Wedding

Anne Hathaway Ties the Knot in Valentino — See Her Gorgeous Gown Now

Anne Hathaway married Adam Schulman today at a private estate in Big Sur, CA.
Anne Hathaway Valentino Wedding Dress

Anne Hathaway married Adam Schulman today at a private estate in Big Sur, CA. The actress wore a romantic off-the-shoulder Valentino gown for the nuptials, complete with a pretty tulle headpiece and veil — very Princess Diaries, if you ask us.

Valentino Garavani revealed earlier this month that he "did the dress" for Anne, saying that she's like a daughter to him. Anne is no stranger to wearing Valentino's ladylike designs — she's sported gowns from the house on several occasions, including her 2011 Oscars hosting stint and this year's New York City Ballet Gala. Click through to see photos of her gorgeous gown, and let us know what you think of it in the comments.

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Loewe Spring 2013

An organic color palette of black, sand, and rust set the stage for Loewe's Parisian-chic Spring 2013 collection.
Loewe Spring 2013 | Pictures

An organic color palette of black, sand, and rust set the stage for Loewe's Parisian-chic Spring 2013 collection. Designer Stuart Vevers brought a crisp minimalism to the runway, offering up chic bra tops, formfitting pencil skirts, hooded leather jackets, and sleek laser-cut suede lace pieces like trench coats and shift dresses. Vevers found inspiration for his collection in Gala Dalí, the wife and muse of Surrealist painter Salvador Dalí — a woman whose mystery and sex appeal was trumped only by her sense of adventure. The designer captured that fearless spirit in travel-worn utilitarian pieces like a low-cut suede safari dress and artfully draped hooded coats and introduced a new spin on ladylike dressing. It also makes perfect sense that the Loewe Spring '13 collection was styled by another strong, daring woman with a glamorous edge — Carine Roitfeld.

Fashion Flash

The Dior Spring '13 Show Brought Out One Seriously Stylish Crowd

The excitement for the Christian Dior Spring '13 show was palpable even outside the show, and we're pretty sure it had something to do with the onslaught of superchic star-studded arrivals.

The excitement for the Christian Dior Spring '13 show was palpable even outside the show, and we're pretty sure it had something to do with the onslaught of superchic star-studded arrivals. Our style director Noria Morales and Fashionologie editor Christina Pérez share their favorite preshow sightings, including a suited-up Kanye West and a dramatic red trench coat entrance made by Leelee Sobieski. While the real treat was inside — former Jil Sander designer Raf Simons debuted his first ready-to-wear collection for label — we couldn't think of a better way to kick off such a hotly anticipated show. Find out who came to see the latest Spring '13 offerings from Christian Dior when you click play.

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Vivienne Westwood Spring 2013

If you were expecting Vivienne Westwood to deliver a Spring '13 collection built upon her iconic corseted silhouettes, fearless patterns, and downright zany embellishments, then you have come to the right place.

If you were expecting Vivienne Westwood to deliver a Spring '13 collection built upon her iconic corseted silhouettes, fearless patterns, and downright zany embellishments, then you have come to the right place. While the hair-raising updos and heart-shaped face makeup could have been indicative of the clothing's equally fantastical appeal, it was far from an abstract lineup. In fact, it felt like one of Westwood's more wearable collections in recent seasons. The gowns — injected with dramatic trains, corseted bustiers, and even a hint of an accentuated hip shape — were doubly glamorous, thanks to the designer's affinity for costume-jewelry add-ons. But the gowns weren't the only pieces adorned with beautiful brooches and gem-encrusted pins. Tapestry-printed pantsuits and mini-jumpsuits also topped the list of looks that got the jazzed-up treatment. We spotted a jaw-dropping metallic column dress worthy of Diane Kruger's next red-carpet appearance mixed in with artfully draped sheaths detailed with pockets and oversize blazers presented with a strong shoulder statement. According to Westwood's Spring, you can have your eclectic costume style — all with a very wearable twist.

  • Trends: Tapestry prints, costume-jewelry embellishments, corseted silhouettes, and bold shoulders.
  • Colors: Metallic hues mixed in with navy, citron, pale blue, pink, black, nude, and lavender.
  • Key Piece: The gold textured column dress, finished off with a large bejeweled crab brooch on the bustier.
  • Accessories: Croc-skin clutches, printed platform sandals, knee-high gladiator sandals, every kind of costume-jewelry accent you could dream of, and patterned totes.
  • Who Should Wear It: Diane Kruger, Anne Hathaway, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
Fashion Flash

Vanessa Bruno's Spring '13 Lineup Will Make You Say "I Want That"

Outside of the Grand Palais — the venue for Vanessa Bruno's Spring '13 show — our style director, Noria Morales, and Fashionologie editor, Christina Pérez, give us their fresh-off-the-runway thoughts.

Outside of the Grand Palais — the venue for Vanessa Bruno's Spring '13 show — our style director, Noria Morales, and Fashionologie editor, Christina Pérez, give us their fresh-off-the-runway thoughts. The verdict? It was an ultrapretty mix of streamlined separates (think printed pants, wispy slipdresses, and the perfect Spring jacket) that balanced out Bruno's ever-present bohemian spirit. And we think Noria summed up the show's looks exactly — it inspired a bout of "I want that, I want that, I want that" in the best sense possible. See what else they had to say about Vanessa Bruno's latest collection when you press play.

Fashion Flash

Lanvin Spring '13 Is the Definition of Parisian Chic

If we had only two words to describe the Lanvin Spring 2013 collection, it would be "Parisian chic."

If we had only two words to describe the Lanvin Spring 2013 collection, it would be "Parisian chic." Fortunately, we certainly have more to say on the subject, and here goes. The label's designer, Alber Elbaz, honed in on the tailored perfection of both the tuxedo pantsuit and the quintessential LBD. Thus, we were treated to an arsenal of black and white pieces, in asymmetrical cuts, cropped silhouettes, and deep-V necklines — an effort that produced a sensual, yet strong, result. And for those that crave Elbaz's signature jewel tones, not to fear, there's something (very special, we might add) in there for you, too. Click play to see the Lanvin Spring '13 show in full, and tell us which look is your favorite in the comments!

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Viktor & Rolf Spring 2013

From the black-and-white Viktor & Rolf Spring '13 checkerboard catwalk, out stepped a plethora of stunning looks, drenched in pleated metallics, stark white contrasts, and shards of mosaic glass.

From the black-and-white Viktor & Rolf Spring '13 checkerboard catwalk, out stepped a plethora of stunning looks, drenched in pleated metallics, stark white contrasts, and shards of mosaic glass. Without a doubt, Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren tapped into every girl's fashion fantasyland, even going so far as to literally include the "looking glass mirror" as the official runway entrance. The collection tied together references to an ethereal Rapunzel-like character and unadulterated Hollywood glamour, then contrasted its soft, dreamy edge with sharp lines, graphic shapes, and a monochromatic palette. It was an even-keeled blend of the ultrafeminine (trousers and blouses with bows nestled in the shoulders and at the waist; semisheer maxi skirts; mirror "embroidery" of roses and bows) vs. the tougher pantsuits and chunky fur-laden outerwear. Pretty enough for the romantics, but never ever deviating from the tried-and-true Viktor & Rolf fashion formula: a sophisticated turn of smart, witty pieces.

  • Trends: Tulle overlays, accordion pleats, mirror embroidery, cropped outerwear, maxi skirt silhouettes.
  • Colors: Black, white, soft pink, peach, lavender, and pops of metallic silver and metallic purple.
  • Key Piece: It's a tie for most eye-catching use of silver. We're most partial to the metallic silver-pleated gowns and the mirror-embroidered white maxi skirts.
  • Accessories: Black T-strap sandals, silver T-strap sandals and pumps.
  • Who Should Wear It: Katy Perry for the bolder mirror-laden gowns and Eva Mendes for those gorgeous pleated siren gowns.
Fashion Flash

Get the Tuxedo-Inspired (and Jewel-Toned) Scoop on Lanvin Spring '13

Our style director Noria Morales is on the scene at Lanvin's Spring '13 show.

Our style director Noria Morales is on the scene at Lanvin's Spring '13 show. Held at the École des Beaux-Arts, in its glass-domed courtyard, the "party" started before the first look even hit the runway. With macarons, tea sandwiches, and Champagne being passed, the vibe was nothing short of celebratory. But of course, the real celebration had everything to do with the gorgeous clothes, from black-and-white tuxedo-inspired pieces to designer Alber Elbaz's signature jewel-toned wares — we've got another beautiful Lanvin lineup to covet. Get the full scoop in today's Fab Flash.

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Haider Ackermann Spring 2013

Haider Ackermann's Spring '13 collection was tinged with traditional Japanese origami influences, and kept in a moody color palette of black, grays, and browns.
Haider Ackermann Spring 2013 | Pictures

Haider Ackermann's Spring '13 collection was tinged with traditional Japanese origami influences, and kept in a moody color palette of black, grays, and browns. Ackermann's signature expert tailoring and love for layering really shone through — airy silk polka-dot print blouses were draped off the shoulder and topped with louche silk bed jackets, while low-cut tops and leather bandeaus got a jolt from tweedy jackets cinched at the waist with wide obi-style belts. Pants were either kept perfectly lean and cigarette-style or languid and pooling at the ankles. Gowns — yes, gowns — and slipdresses were presented over skinny trousers, adding fuel to the fire that is Spring 2013's dress-over-pants trend. Overall, Haider Ackermann's Spring 2013 collection was a darkly romantic tale of boy-meets-girl styling and East-meets-West sensibilities.

  • Trends: Polka dots, origami, bed jackets, layering.
  • Colors: Black, bronze, white, brown, navy, plum.
  • Key Piece: The open polka-dot blouse with tweed pants and printed silk robe.
  • Accessories: Leather cage wedges, wide waist belts, slim Y-necklaces.
  • Who Should Wear It: Penelope Cruz, Victoria Beckham, and Haider Ackermann devotee Tilda Swinton.