With an ultraflattering shape, Spring blue hue, and the fact that it's fit for a number of occasions, Emmy Rossum's icy Temperley London dress is the kind that's easy to take from the red carpet to our own noncelebrity events. That means even if you're not attending a Broadway premiere like Emmy, there are plenty of reasons to add this party dress (or something like it) to your closet for seasonal cocktail parties, wedding season, and beyond. For starters, this dress is like a waist-defining secret weapon that narrows your middle with the side paneling and a fit-and-flare silhouette. In baby blue (or the pastel of your choosing), you can safely take this party dress to any wedding without fear of offending the bride, and if you're looking for the right accessories to complete your wedding guest attire, Emmy has that, too: a pair of metallic heels that complement — but won't upstage — your cocktail dress. We can hardly think of a reason not to shop the look — channel Emmy's party-perfect ensemble with our editors' picks.

More Than a Spring Fling — the Best Floral Dresses to Wear All Season
Think of this fresh crop of dresses the same way you might a vase of fresh-cut flowers in your apartment — they're one of the easiest ways to capitalize on Spring. Thanks to the floral dresses from Rebecca Minkoff to Erdem and Suno, floral prints got both the usual ladylike treatment and a sportier finish on the Spring '13 runways, which means that this selection of floral dresses caters to pretty much every occasion and every kind of girl (even if you're not typically the flower-wearing type). In brilliant colors, abstract floral patterns, and even surfer-inspired iterations, we pretty much guarantee you'll find a look fit for your Spring party circuit, wedding season, and beyond. Click through for our favorite floral dresses to show off all season.
Hello, Leather: 24 Celebs Who Prefer a Much Edgier Kind of LBD
Getting bored with your little black dress? Allow us to shed some light on the latest trend in cocktail attire: the edgy, rocker-cool leather dress. We saw tons of them on the runways from designers like Calvin Klein, Derek Lam, Céline, and more — but their wearability transcends the catwalk. Whether you go with an all-leather piece like Olivia Palermo's or try the trend in a smaller way, like Jessica Alba's LBD with a leather bra top, it's a look that will definitely have you standing out from the crowd (in the best possible way). From the girlie-glam looks of Lauren Conrad and Kerry Washington to the full-blown fashion-renegade vibe given by Kristen Stewart and Doutzen Kroes, the leather dress has proven to be surprisingly versatile, especially when worn with a great pair of heels and minimal accessories. Click through to see 24 style-setters who have reinvented the LBD wheel, and then shop our editors' picks.
Feast Your Eyes on the Ultimate Spring Shopping Guide

Think of our ultimate Spring shopping guide as an easy, no-fail cheat sheet to all of the hottest trends and styles for the season. That being said, it's time to embrace bold prints, standout sandals, and bright minibags from top designers like Alexander Wang, Dolce & Gabbana, and Reed Krakoff. Dress season is also in full bloom, and we have the prettiest picks and most flattering silhouettes for you to slip into right now. Shop our editor's picks below.
Meet Mimivail: Timeless Dresses That Empower Girls Across the Globe
The combination of Mimivail's admirable mission of inspiring, empowering, and celebrating little girls and the exquisite, timeless quality of the line's dresses make it a new brand that we're seriously excited to share with you. Founded by Vail Weymann Vasisht, a former Wall Street exec, each of Mimivail's collections is centered on the stories of five fictional little girls (with very distinct personalities!) from around the world.
"My inspiration came from an adoring grandmother whose natural beauty and impeccable style were timeless; a loving mother who had an instinctive flair for dressing me and my sisters in smart, enduring styles; and my own longing to help memorialize the most special time in a child's life," Vasisht says.
In the spirit of celebrating all little girls, Mimivail has partnered with the Uganda-based organizations of Light Gives Heat and SUUBI, which offer hope and empowerment to women and children in the war-torn nation. Each dress comes with a colorful, beaded bracelet handcrafted by the women of SUUBI, meant to be worn by your little girl as a symbol of hope.
Click through to see Mimivail's Spring/Summer collection, and meet the little characters who inspired it!
A Chic Case of (How to Wear) Polka Dots and Pink, Courtesy of SJP
Sarah Jessica Parker invoked the styling spirit of Carrie Bradshaw last night, wearing a ladylike ensemble punctuated by print-on-print mixing and a flash of brights. And even if you're not a proponent of the head-to-toe pattern movement, there's something to be said for the way SJP made the look approachable, feminine, and, well, fun. Plus, this has Spring written all over it. Whether you deem it appropriate for officewear or, like Parker, feel it's more of a playful evening option, it strikes a light balance between textural intrigue, darker hues, and a look to the warmer season ahead. To follow suit, style a polka-dot dress (the inverse palette works, too) and juxtapose it against a different (read: graphic) print. Parker chose a windowpane-checked cardigan, but an animal-print version is a viable alternative. As for the brighter shoe choice? Stick to the bold pink color. It adds a second focal point to the outfit, and let's be honest, it's just an excellent use of the girlier shade. For the key elements — plus, all the add-ons — shop our look below.

From top left: Wallis Polka Dot Print Dress ($78), Merona Ultimate Cardigan in White/Black ($23), Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick in Nylon Nude ($19), LORAC 3-in-1 Black Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil ($18), Michael Kors Crystal Link Bracelet ($250), Natasha Crystal Bangle Bracelet ($17, originally $48), White House Silvertone Crystal Stretch Bracelet ($38), Steve Madden Intrude Pump in Patent Pink ($30, originally $90), Diane von Furstenberg Gracie Bar Clutch ($245)
The Perfect Dresses For Valentine's Day (and Beyond)
Valentine's Day (just in case you haven't been counting) is only 19 days away, which means you've got just a couple of weeks to nail down your perfect outfit. In our world, that means we're already scouring the racks to come up with the sweetest, prettiest, and, well, sexiest dresses to ensure we're appropriately outfitted for the festivities (even if that means hanging at home with our girlfriends and a bottle of wine). If you've got a big date in the works, look no further. This selection is stocked with dresses guaranteed to drop jaws and turn heads, and if you're looking for something a little more modest, we've also included a range of fit-and-flares and adorable prints. In short, no matter what Valentine's Day means for you, there's a dress here for every girl and every kind of celebration — the kind you'll wear well after Feb. 14, too.
A Look at J.Crew's Beautiful Spring Wedding Collection
If you're wedding planning (or merely perusing), then J.Crew's newly debuted Spring wedding dress collection is sure to impress even the most discerning of brides. With a focus on diaphanous textures and simple silhouettes, the brand supplied us with a beautiful bevy of gowns, highlighting chic column cuts, rosette-embellished sheath dresses, bohemian halter gowns, and a Swiss-dot princess confection for the most feminine kind of girl. Take a look at our top three picks below, then click the slideshow to see the rest of the collection. Which dress is your favorite?
- This rosette-embellished sheath dress was made for the bride who wants to take the nontraditional route. We're in love with the textural floral detailing and semi-sheer bodice.
- Equal parts chic and whimsical, this Swiss-dot princess gown is simply magical.
- This Grecian-inspired halterneck gown is perfect for the bohemian beach wedding — how cool is that halter neck rope detailing?
How to Turn Your NYE Dress Into a Winter Wardrobe Staple

So, here's what happened: you got a little pressed for time on New Year's Eve and ended up having to run into the nearest store to find a last-minute look for the night. In a panic, you grabbed the first sequined minidress that caught your eye and convinced yourself that you'd wear it well after the countdown to midnight. Now that the party is over and the celebration has ended, you're basically stuck with a glittery piece of history — but what do you do with it? If, like us, you're all about making the most of what you've already got, just see how we've styled up a party-ready sequined dress to serve you well for work and the weekend — and turn that eleventh-hour purchase into an unexpected wardrobe staple. Keep reading for our styling tips.
The 7 Holiday Party Staples Every Girl Should Have at the Ready
What's the easiest way to keep your holiday styling stress-free? Stick to the bare (but bold) necessities. When you think "festive fashion," chances are, you conjure up images of metallic party dresses, sequined tops, and velvet accents, and you would be right to think this way. But let's be real. It's not exactly budget-friendly to splurge on an entirely new wardrobe just for a four-week-long holiday party circuit stint. That's why we've outlined the seven staples that will, in effect, get you through the season effortlessly and with that aforementioned element of sparkle and shine. We know you've already got the basics — denim, a great black dress, a chunky cardigan — so these particular picks provide the punch-up needed to take even the most casual outfit from laid-back to luxe. Some are subtle (a sophisticated lace top, for example) and some not so much (a bejeweled satin clutch is certainly a louder choice): the main goal here is to equip you with the essential inspiration to conquer holiday dressing sans wardrobe overhaul. Click through to map out your staples strategy now.





