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Net-A-Porter Amps Up Bridal Boutique

Net-A-Porter has just relaunched its bridal boutique today, and judging from the recent swarm of wedding invites, timing couldn't be more perfect.

Net-A-Porter has just relaunched its bridal boutique today, and judging from the recent swarm of wedding invites, timing couldn't be more perfect. While it continues to offer looks for wedding guests, the updated site focuses on the bride. Now available are beautiful designer wedding dresses from the likes of Lanvin, Valentino, Vionnet, and Giambattista Valli.

"People make appointments, have fittings and it takes months and months before the beautiful dress a lot of them have been thinking about all their lives arrives . . . This [site] lends itself to the spontaneity of life," said buying director Holli Rogers. We agree. Also thrown in the mix are tiaras, lingerie, and footwear from Christian Louboutin and Jimmy Choo, to name a few. Take a look at our favorite pieces after the jump.

Want to see which pieces we've fallen in love with? Then read more

Fashion Flash

The Unstoppable Victoria Beckham

No burglary heist could slow down Victoria Beckham.

No burglary heist could slow down Victoria Beckham. The ex-Spice Girl and celebrity designer has proven she's got some serious staying power in the fashion industry, and not only with her highly coveted dress collection. Tomorrow, the self-proclaimed perfectionist will reveal her completely redesigned denim and eyewear collection — which is now under the sole control of Beckham — at Net-A-Porter, along with two short fashion flicks honoring the occasion.

“I plan on still being here in 25 to 30 years' time,” said Beckham. "It's about doing things gradually and building the brand in a strategic way. It's about finding the right time, the right team. With everything that I do, I will only do it after I’ve done all my homework. I really am a perfectionist, and I don't want to rush anything."

That said, Beckham's business has grown tremendously over the past four seasons. Industry sources estimate the designer's dress, denim, and eyewear business will do about $7.5 million in sales next year. Marc Jacobs even touted Beckham for her accomplishments and work ethic, stating, "She is someone who has always wanted to design clothes. She knows the body, she loves it and she’s working her ass off."

Victoria's fresh denim line will retail at $215 to $485; eyewear will range from $349 for acetate Wayfarers to $525 for metal flat-top sunglasses. Super hot. Can you believe she used to be bullied in school? What doesn't break you makes you stronger, right?

To see lots of photos from her new denim and eyewear line, read more

Love It or Hate It

Marios Schwab Rodin Ruffle Dress: Love It or Hate It?

I'm all for avant-garde dressing — as long as it's flattering.

I'm all for avant-garde dressing — as long as it's flattering. This Marios Schwab Rodin Ruffle Dress ($2,565) will definitely make an artistic statement, but I'm not too sure about the crazy, red ruffles. In fact, it kinda reminds me of black-forest cake with red frosting. Eye-catching, yes. Beautiful? You tell me . . .

Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here!


Trend Alert

Trend Alert: The TTD

My daily routine of perusing Net-A-Porter led me to something so simplistically new: the TTD, also known as the top tunic dress.

My daily routine of perusing Net-A-Porter led me to something so simplistically new: the TTD, also known as the top tunic dress. However, I must give credit to Roland Mouret for this genius idea. The TTD is pretty much three pieces in one: a top when tucked into pants, a tunic paired with leggings, and a dress — rad. When shopping for TTDs, make sure to look for sleek shapes and solid colors for maximum versatility and always accessorize with tough elements. Three in one? It doesn't get better than that, folks.


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Shopping

Online Sale Alert! Net-a-Porter's End-of-Season Sale

On your mark, get set, shop!

On your mark, get set, shop! Net-a-Porter's end of season sale is happening as I write so get a move on it. Though it feels like Spring has just begun, Net-A-Porter is already offering Spring merchandise marked up to 50 percent off. Wowza. There's so much to choose from but I'm for sure getting these Marni Platform Suede Slingbacks, ($462, originally $770). Hurry up, sizes and quantities are bound to go fast . . .

For more great deals, check out our site salehabit.com!

Shopping

The Look For Less: Balmain Crystal-Embellished Jacket

This Balmain Crystal-Embellished Jacket ($11,410) is undeniably fly, but besides Beyonce and a couple other celebs, I don't know anyone willing to fork over the dough for such a trendy statement piece.
Balmain at ShopStyle

This Balmain Crystal-Embellished Jacket ($11,410) is undeniably fly, but besides Beyonce and a couple other celebs, I don't know anyone willing to fork over the dough for such a trendy statement piece. I love the kitschy, band-jacket-inspired style, but paying that much is not even a faint possibility . . .


To see the look for less, read more

Fashion Flash

Fab Flash: theOutnet.com, Live!

It's the moment we've all been waiting for: theOutnet.com is up and running!

It's the moment we've all been waiting for: theOutnet.com is up and running! That's right people, Net-A-Porter's frugal little sister is brimming with designer fashions from the likes of Marc Jacobs, Phillip Lim, Miu Miu, and Chloe marked up to 70 percent off — yowza. The site also features a helpful Dress Me section, which allows you to shop by occasion, and adding icing to the cake is an exciting Flash Sale section where you can sign up to purchase items that have been marked down for a limited time only. I'm so excited, and I just can't hide it . . .

Chloe

Win a Fab Chloe Bag and Sunnies From ShopStyle and Net-a-Porter!

Click to ReadWin a Fab Chloe Bag and Sunnies From ShopStyle and Net-a-Porter!
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Win a Fab Chloe Bag and Sunnies From ShopStyle and Net-a-Porter! Guess what? For the next four weeks, ShopStyle and Net-a-Porter are teaming up to give away free designer handbags and accessories. That means you have four chances to win a decadent, delicious bag — lucky. To kick things off, the two are offering up this amazing Chloe Kathleen Shoulder Bag ($1,695). If that weren't enough, anyone who signs up to receive Net-a-Porter email updates will also be entered to win a fabulous pair of Chloe Myrtle Sunglasses ($290). Hurry up, contest ends this week!

Wedding

On Our Radar: Net-a-Porter's Wedding Boutique

I don't need to be a bride to know the importance of wedding attire, and neither does Net-a-Porter.

I don't need to be a bride to know the importance of wedding attire, and neither does Net-a-Porter. The site has just launched a cool wedding boutique and it's filled with beautiful offerings for everyone in the bridal party. Each category — bridal, bridesmaid, mother of the bride, and guest — provides an in-depth selection of designer dresses and accessories. Think of it as an upscale online bridal salon minus the frumpy frocks. Oh, the service doesn't stop there. Net-a-Porter's wedding boutique also includes a decadent lingerie and honeymoon section. Everything you need with one click of a button — smart!