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Zoe Saldana Embraces Print For the Latest Stop on Star Trek's Promo-Tour

As the Star Trek Into Darkness promo tour unfolds, we're privy to double the leading-lady glamour, all thanks to Zoe Saldana and Alice Eve.

As the Star Trek Into Darkness promo tour unfolds, we're privy to double the leading-lady glamour, all thanks to Zoe Saldana and Alice Eve. Zoe's latest ensemble — a floral-printed Antonio Berardi suit in a black and white palette — is far less fancy than her red-carpet styles, but just as impressive. Before that, at the Mexico City premiere, Zoe stunned in a white Elie Saab jumpsuit, while Alice took a darker approach in her sheer Gucci LBD. Before that, both starlets stunned all over Europe in a mix of Vionnet, Calvin Klein, Balmain, Reem Acra, and Emilio Pucci. To stay caught up on it all, keep clicking.

— Additional reporting by Melody Nazarian

Poll

Met Gala: Kate Bosworth

We got a glimpse of Kate Bosworth getting ready for the Met Gala in her sparkly Balmain mini, but when she hit the red carpet tonight, we were no less impressed with the look.

We got a glimpse of Kate Bosworth getting ready for the Met Gala in her sparkly Balmain mini, but when she hit the red carpet tonight, we were no less impressed with the look. The actress flaunted her stems in a punk-appropriate fuchsia minidress, which she finished with a studded belt, Ferragamo pumps and an equally shimmering clutch in hand — though maybe it was the dramatic eyeliner that sealed the deal. Do you love it?

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Celebrity Style

Nicole and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Look Fierce in Balmain

Balmain hosted an intimate dinner party at Chateau Marmont last evening with celebrity attendees like Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley decked out in the designer du jour.

Balmain hosted an intimate dinner party at Chateau Marmont last evening with celebrity attendees like Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley decked out in the designer du jour. Both ladies offered us different looks from Balmain's Spring 2013 collection — but whose outfit do you like best? Watch today's Fashion Flash for all the scoop from the party. On Allison: Sachin + Babi jacket, Zara top, BesoBeso jewelry.

Poll

Who's Best Dressed in Balmain — Rosie or Nicole?

Balmain is known for its rocker-girl appeal, and at last night's dinner hosted by the label's designer, Olivier Rousteing, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Nicole Richie caught our attention (and then some) wearing the brand's subversive pieces.

Balmain is known for its rocker-girl appeal, and at last night's dinner hosted by the label's designer, Olivier Rousteing, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Nicole Richie caught our attention (and then some) wearing the brand's subversive pieces. Rosie channeled the '90s in a black and white look comprised of a printed leather check skirt, long-sleeved leather crop top, and sexy laser-cut boots. Meanwhile, Nicole took a slightly softer approach in an intricate summery knit minidress and soft gray suede pumps. Both look hot in their warm-weather party ensembles, but which one gets your best-dressed vote — Rosie or Nicole?

Nicole Richie

Nicole Richie Parties With Rosie Following Her Return to Reality TV

Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley both wore Balmain to the fashion house's LA dinner party at the Chateau Marmont last night.

Nicole Richie and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley both wore Balmain to the fashion house's LA dinner party at the Chateau Marmont last night. Nicole's stylish night out comes hot on the heels of the launch of her new reality series, Candidly Nicole, on AOL On. The new web show describes itself as being based on Nicole's Twitter feed and follows her as she goes on various short adventures, and has already earned rave reviews. One trip that might not end up on the show is the 2013 Met Gala, which takes place on Monday. Neither Nicole nor Rosie have been confirmed for the event, but that doesn't mean that there won't be tons of fashion stars at the bash — get all the details on the 2013 Met Gala, including the guest list, the designers, and more!

Fashion Flash

Zoe Saldana Bares Her Abs in a Crop Top and Goes Bold in Hot Pink!

Zoe Saldana earned some major style points over in Germany promoting her new movie, Star Trek Intro Darkness.

Zoe Saldana earned some major style points over in Germany promoting her new movie, Star Trek Intro Darkness. By day, she went monochromatic in a gray top and skirt that revealed a flash of skin. By night, she opted for an ultraluxe ensemble with bold color and texture. We can't wait to see lots more from Zoe on the movie's promo tour! On Allison: Zara blazer, H&M top, Zara pants.

fashion week

Balmain Fall 2013 Runway

Opulent with '80s references — that might be the best way to sum up the cool-girl brand of glamour at Balenciaga's Fall '13 show.
Balmain Runway | Fashion Week Fall 2013 Photos

Opulent with '80s references — that might be the best way to sum up the cool-girl brand of glamour at Balenciaga's Fall '13 show. It wasn't the first time we've seen references to '80s-girl glitz from Olivier Rousteing, who gave us similar luxe last season in bold shoulders, crop tops, and Beetlejuice stripes. This lineup zeroed in on that same silhouette — oversize shoulders and tiny, tiny waists made even more obvious by wide leather and metallic belts to cinch every look. Proportional play was half the wow factor; the rest was achieved with high-wattage fabrics — metallics, leather, and embellished, quilted pieces in shades of emerald, flashes of gold, purple, and hot pink, a full range of jewel tones. Spots of cozy texture on sweaters and jackets offered a welcome contrast to parachute pants and sharp shoulders — but it takes a confident beauty, like Joan Smalls, to pull off the Dynasty-era drama (big earrings and all!) with modern edge.

Celebrity Style

American Music Awards: Gwen Stefani

If there is one thing we can expect from Gwen Stefani's red-carpet style, it's the unexpected.

If there is one thing we can expect from Gwen Stefani's red-carpet style, it's the unexpected. From bindi details to crop tops with cargo pants, the No Doubt lead singer is all about channeling her rocker-girl vibe in full force, and tonight's outfit proved to be one cool incarnation. She styled an embellished black-and-white Balmain cardigan over a black bralette top, skintight leather leggings, and a pair of sleek black D'Orsay pumps. As for the finishing touches? Gwen kept it sweet and simple with her makeup and hair, only adding a diamond-encrusted cross necklace for a little extra sparkle. Are you a fan of her AMAs ensemble?

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Paris Fashion Week

Balmain Spring 2013

Olivier Rousteing's designs for Balmain are usually bold, graphic, and forthrightly sexy, so it wasn't a surprise to see the strong '90s shoulders and bright harlequin patterns he employed for his Spring 2013 collection come down the runway.
Balmain Spring 2013 | Runway

Olivier Rousteing's designs for Balmain are usually bold, graphic, and forthrightly sexy, so it wasn't a surprise to see the strong '90s shoulders and bright harlequin patterns he employed for his Spring 2013 collection come down the runway. Rousteing said he was going for a feeling of "Latin sensuality," and some of his jackets were as heavily embellished as matador costumes. The flesh-baring midriff tops that have been spotted on other Paris runways this week were spotted here, too, most often paired with leather and denim trousers with soft pleats.