Alberta Ferretti

Safe Haven, starring Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough, hit the big screen on Feb. 14, but we've been following Julianne's promotional tour since the beginning. From LA to Toronto and beyond, the actress has been showing off the most a range of red-carpet wear, keeping it interesting by mixing it up with cocktail dresses, gowns, and separates. Most recently, Julianne showed off a beautiful lace fit-and-flare Zuhair Murad dress with black embellishments at the Berlin premiere, then chose a Houghton floral peplum gown for the Dublin premiere. Step inside for a closer look at all of the actress's looks thus far.

— Additional reporting by Mandi Villa

Don't be fooled by the first few looks from Alberta Ferretti's Fall 2013 collection. Her show in Milan on Wednesday may have started off with a series of looks in black and white, but they were anything but basic. She used a subtler hand with the embroidery and embellishments she usually employs, making this collection a little softer than her past few offerings. Still, the classic Ferretti details were all there: a black skirt was decorated with lace and sparkly black beads, while embroidered flowers snaked up the front of more than one coat in a blue check. There was romance here, but in a way that felt controlled, demure, and even a little fragile.

A striking palette, delivered with Alberta Ferretti's feminine touch, makes for a Fall 2013 collection that's both a little punchy, and at its core, absolutely lovely. Ferretti's signature handiwork is all at play here — the intricacies that make her gowns truly about the details — like the sheer, embellished bodices, beaded waists and necklines, and ruffled hemlines. There are a few sharper looks in the mix — black-and-white paneled gowns that feel more modern than the rest — ones we hope to see on the likes of British beauty Michelle Dockery; but mostly the lineup hints more at vintage-feeling glamour, with evening gowns better-suited for her Downton Abbey alter ego.

While some celebs ushered in award season at the Critics' Choice Awards, a smaller crowd got a head start on Fashion Week with Vogue's private dinner and a first look at Alberta Ferretti's limited-edition collection. As you'd expect from an event where Vogue was playing host, the LA presentation was decked out with roses — not to mention, a red carpet on the catwalk — while both Hollywood favorites and fashion insiders took the front row. We spotted Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, and Alison Brie all looking lovely in their respective Ferretti confections while sharing a laugh before the show. Meanwhile, funny lady Chelsea Handler glammed up in a sharp suit and posed alongside a gorgeous (and supersmiley!) Selena Gomez. For all the action from the runway and a look at what everyone was wearing, keep clicking for a little behind-the-scenes sneak peek.

Consider Spring 2013 Alberta Ferretti's mermaid moment. In everything from her color palette to her embellishments to the staging of her show in Milan Wednesday afternoon, Ferretti brought beauty from the ocean onto the catwalk.

A screen played images of rising bubbles, which provided a watery backdrop for the pearly white ensembles that opened the show. Some of these included a silvery beaded fringe that Ferretti obscured with a layer of sheer organza. Some lace pieces got the same overlay or organza, and the two materials combined in a variety of other pieces in the collection.

Still, where this offering shines is its highly detailed evening wear. One cocktail frock is covered shoulder to hem with beads, sequins, and paillettes that from far away resembled a very glamorous fish, while other dresses featured big swatches of sequined fisherman's netting. The models who wore those dresses looked like captured mermaids being brought to the surface.

At Alberta Ferretti, soft, ocean-inspired tones and ethereal, Chantilly-lace-infused creations conjured up images of mermaids (we'd want to dress like) and seaside nymphs. Strategic netting clung to pale-hued evening gowns, sheer overlays adorned peekaboo lace shifts, and diamante embellishments created a pretty, water-droplet effect. The aquatic theme kept on, visible in the sea-anemone-like fringe, coral-reef texture, and shell-inspired piping. It felt like we were witnessing an adult version of The Little Mermaid come to life, and this smattering of dresses, cropped trousers, blazers, and pencil skirts offered up proof of its chic re-imagining. As each look floated down the runway — as if the models were attached to invisible moorings — there was no question that next Spring, according to Alberta Ferretti, will be a beautiful one.

• Trends: Iridescence, the bias cut, lace, and sheer detailing.
• Colors: A sea-aquatic palette in every sense — think shades of green and blue, mixed with the palest nudes and pinks.
• Key Piece: The formfitting Chantilly-lace evening gowns that literally look as if they could be a mossy second skin.
• Accessories: Satin pointy-toe pumps, beaded drawstring purses, and aviators-meet-goggles sunglasses.
• Who Should Wear It: We hope Selena Gomez picks one of these jaw-dropping numbers for her next premiere — she would play to the design's otherworldly prettiness.

Alberta Ferretti fused '70s style with modern tailoring and romantic details for Resort 2013. Tie-dye prints abounded on everything from short suits to cigarette pants and knee-length jackets, while floor-sweeping gowns were spun out of lace and vibrantly colored crochet knits. Other pieces, like an elegant blush-colored gown and a sheer sleeveless shirt, were decorated with Murano glass beads.

Last night, we were treated to a preview of the Alberta Ferretti for Macy's Impulse collection, launching in stores and online on April 17. It was a beautiful setting as models showed off Alberta Ferretti's designs for Macy's in a garden, complete with pretty white love doves. Known for her chic ladylike appeal, Alberta showcased gorgeous printed dresses and maxi gowns perfect for Spring soirees. There was also a selection of navy and white knit tops and sweaters, ideal for layering and pairing with tailored shorts or printed trousers. While Alberta Ferretti's signature collection is quite pricey, don't worry about breaking the bank on this collection; prices range from $49 to $119. Check out every piece in the collection now.