Alexander McQueen

Kim Kardashian hit the purple carpet at Silk Road Nightclub in Australia in a fun end-of-Summer ensemble: a colorful tropical-print Alexander McQueen dress and pointed white pumps. As of late Kim has been sporting lots of dark hues, like her all-black pairing complete with ankle-chain Tom Ford sandals, so this bold blossoming look is a welcome change. Re-create Kim's eye-catching style with this tropical-print Motel Zoe dress ($19, originally $49) and white pumps to turn heads at an evening fête.

Ashley Madekwe partied in major style in a black peplum top and high-waisted skinny jeans last night at an Elle event at LA's Soho House, but it was her knockout accessories that really turned up the heat. She worked her peplum and denim with spiked Christian Louboutin pumps, a British flag-printed Alexander McQueen clutch ($1,545), spiked-drop Topshop earrings ($28), and red lipstick. For your next fabulous party, pair a black peplum top with high-waisted skinny denim, spiked black pumps, and a funky box clutch to re-create Ashley's effortless glam.

Kate Hudson was smashing in black and white, donning a contrasting-collar white blazer ($1,895) and tuxedo-stripe pants, both by Alexander McQueen, with embellished Brian Atwood pumps at the Glee season four launch party in LA. Although all the stars that attended looked gorgeous, we particularly love how Kate's crochet black tank injected the right amount of sexy to her androgynous suit. The blond beauty then finished her red-carpet style off with a few Pomellato gold link bracelets and two-tone clutch. Nail Kate's borrowed-from-the-boys look with a few easy styling tips, then shop her exact jacket to work with white tuxedo-stripe trousers and embellished black pumps for a glamorous night out.

Kate Hudson owns her domain as a bohemian style setter, but her latest appearance in an Alexander McQueen tuxedo pantsuit at the Glee season four premiere makes us think she's moved on to conquer the menswear-inspired look, too. While we're certainly fans of embracing the borrowed-from-the-boys trend, it's refreshing to see this style countered with its direct opposite: a sensual brand of femininity. Cultivate your own girlie spin on the androgynous look with our Kate Hudson-inspired styling tips and shopping picks below.

• Kate's low-cut lace chemise top showed off just the right amount of skin, reminding you that, despite her modest tailored suit, there's a woman underneath. If you're not a fan of revealing too much décolletage, we recommend a semisheer appliqué-style blouse — something that hints at skin-baring appeal, but doesn't give anything away.
• Take into consideration her chunky gold bangles, black and gold clutch, and studded Brian Atwood pumps — together, these accents injected a sexier edge to her menswear ensemble. You don't necessarily have to go the same route, but one thing we think is crucial? A strong, sexy heel.
• If you want to take this bold pantsuit look from day to night, you can, and here's how. For an office-appropriate feel, keep the sex appeal toned down. Instead of a lacy camisole, try a silky button-up blouse. Then, ditch the matching blazer for a skinny belt, gold stud earrings, and a sleek black pump. Come nightfall, throw your blazer on, switch out the blouse for an embellished tank top, add a red lip, and you're out the door.

Freida Pinto arrived in Italy for the Venice Film Festival in a casual outfit that instantly turned spotlight-worthy thanks to her standout accessories. The actress wore a cloche hat — one of Blake Lively's go-to toppers — Salvatore Ferragamo bow flats, and an Alexander McQueen bag with white embroidery. While her exact textured flats and bag aren't available online, these Ferragamo black bow flats ($434) and this Alexander McQueen bag ($2,595) are similar versions. Next time you wear your jeans and sweater, remember to kick things up a notch with accessories like a cloche hat, bow flats, and a statement designer bag.

After getting all dolled up for the Total Recall red-carpet premieres, Kate Beckinsale dressed down but still managed to look polished for a night out in Dublin with husband Len Wiseman. The actress sported a tweed tuxedo blazer with lightwash skinny jeans and a black button-up top. Her topper is the perfect update to the blazer trend and would look even better come Fall. For accessories, Kate chose gold tassel earrings, a black Alexander McQueen bowler bag ($2,595), and black suede platform booties. Re-create her chic ensemble for your next date night and if our Akris pick below is out of your price range, try this Michael Michael Kors faux-leather and tweed blazer ($225).