Ombre

Marketplace

Kristen Wiig Inspires Ombré Home Décor Love

The 2011 Emmys may be over, but one winner still resonates in my mind: Kristen Wiig's Zac Posen gown.

The 2011 Emmys may be over, but one winner still resonates in my mind: Kristen Wiig's Zac Posen gown. The gradual brown shades brought a mature and luxe look to the SNL funny lady, leaving me inspired to add some sultry ombré décor to my casa.

Much as Kristen keeps her jewelry minimal, let ombré's rich effects serve as the focal point in your home, like with the Vera Wang Bedding Dip Dye Dot Collection ($90-$300 each). The simple design is fresh yet showstopping; plus, even the polka-dot Decorative Pillows ($90) are ombré-ized!

Don't want to commit to the color gradient trend? The West Elm Dip Dye Throw ($39) and Vintage Silver Ombre Glasses ($22) are sophisticated and expensive-looking accents at an affordable price. When budget is not an issue, amp up those layers and add texture with the Horchow Ombre Hide Rug ($699). In fact, don't be afraid to try ombré in all different fabrics; the velvet Adelphi Lounge Chair (price upon request) provides comfort and style in the most subtle way and is perfect for some cozy Fall lounging.

Nails

Feeling Blue? Try Lauren Conrad's Trendy Ombré Manicure

She's tried the ombré highlights look before and she's even gotten in on the multicolored hair extensions action, so it makes sense that Lauren Conrad would figure out a way to incorporate the two trends into her beauty look.

She's tried the ombré highlights look before and she's even gotten in on the multicolored hair extensions action, so it makes sense that Lauren Conrad would figure out a way to incorporate the two trends into her beauty look. At an HTC Status event last night in LA, Lauren walked the red carpet sporting a chic, fun ombré nail polish technique that perfectly complemented her streaked-with-baby-blue strands. To re-create her style, simply paint your pinky the darkest color, applying a polish in a gradually lighter tone for each of the subsequent nails. Shop the widget below for inspiration.

Tips

Celebrity Colorist Johnny Bueno's Spring 2011 Hair Trend Report

Colorist Johnny Bueno may be best known for creating Real Housewife of DC (and infamous White House dinner attendee) Michaele Salahi's perfect buttercream blond.

Colorist Johnny Bueno may be best known for creating Real Housewife of DC (and infamous White House dinner attendee) Michaele Salahi's perfect buttercream blond. But he's also created a whole host of other gorgeous hues, and innovative color techniques are his specialty. To find out about what the new season's cutting-edge color trends will be, just keep reading.

DIY

Weekend DIYs

Do you feel compelled to make some Charlie Sheen-inspired magnetic poetry this weekend?
DIY Projects For Charlie Sheen Magnetic Poetry, Houseplants, Craft Desk, and More

Do you feel compelled to make some Charlie Sheen-inspired magnetic poetry this weekend? How about adding some pretty accents to your houseplants? Or creating some ombré napkins? You'll find the plans for all of these projects and much more in this weekend's DIYs!

ombre hair

How to Color Your Hair at Home: Ombré Hair With Box Color

You’ve seen this hot hair color trend on red carpet celebrities like Rachel Bilson, Drew Barrymore and Sarah Jessica Parker.

You’ve seen this hot hair color trend on red carpet celebrities like Rachel Bilson, Drew Barrymore and Sarah Jessica Parker. Now, Juan Juan Salon expert Jennifer J. shows us how to get ombré colored hair at home using box color you can find at the drugstore. Watch our video for her secrets on how to get a salon style dark-to-light color fade at home!

Red Carpet

2009 Cannes Film Festival: Evangeline Lily

You loved Rachel Weisz in emerald green dip-dyed Valentino; how about Evangeline Lily in a turquoise version?

You loved Rachel Weisz in emerald green dip-dyed Valentino; how about Evangeline Lily in a turquoise version? At the Looking For Eric premiere, "Freckles" and new L'Oréal lady opted for a cool crisscross bodice and high slit, but it's the bright-to-dark turquoise hue I adore. With the high neck, pulling her hair back in a slick pony was totally a good call. Thoughts?

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Shopping

Fab Finger Discount: Indah Mosaic Minidress

I just bought a pair of suede coral sandals, and they're just waiting for me to pair them with an awesome frock.
Indah at ShopStyle

I just bought a pair of suede coral sandals, and they're just waiting for me to pair them with an awesome frock. Such a jovial color needs an equally fine friend, so I'm thinking about putting them together with this Indah Mosaic Minidress ($35, originally $170). Hey, any excuse to go shopping, right? I'm enamored with the subdued ombre tones and the mod shape is pretty groovy. At that price, I think I'm going to have to give it a try . . . Shop fast, quantities are limited!

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Look For Less

The Look For Less: Foley + Corinna Ombre Fringe Top

Sometimes you crave simplicity, and other times, you look to your top to serve as the standout piece in your ensemble.
Foley + Corinna at ShopStyle

Sometimes you crave simplicity, and other times, you look to your top to serve as the standout piece in your ensemble. This Foley + Corinna Ombre Fringe Top ($394) does the latter. I love that the fringe is flashy but not over-the-top. But, in this economy, who wants to dish out $400 for a top? Not I.


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Shopbop

Last Chance to Play Dress-Up With ShopStyle and Shopbop

I hope you've been playing dress-up with ShopStyle and Shopbop for the past five weeks.
Larsen Gray at ShopStyle

I hope you've been playing dress-up with ShopStyle and Shopbop for the past five weeks. If not, now is your last chance to enter to win either a $500 or $1,000 Shopbop gift card.

This final week's inspiration is ombré, like this Larsen Gray Pleated Top ($238). Start by logging onto ShopStyle and creating a Fall look that corresponds with the two-toned trend. Don't forget to add the look to the Shopbop Fall 2008 group. In order to be eligible to win, you must title your look, describe it, and have a minimum of three items. Read all the detailed rules and regulations, then start playing dress-up!

Celebrity

Found! Jenny McCarthy's Blue Ombre Maxi Dress

Jenny McCarthy and Jim Carrey enjoyed time on the beach on the 4th of July, and while Jim looked pretty good in his woman's bathing suit, she was hotter in her Scoop Beach Smocked Dress ($365).

Jenny McCarthy and Jim Carrey enjoyed time on the beach on the 4th of July, and while Jim looked pretty good in his woman's bathing suit, she was hotter in her Scoop Beach Smocked Dress ($365). It comes with a rope belt but Jenny opted to remove it for the beach. Unlike many other ombre maxis, this one is silk so it's wearable in dressy situations. I told you dip-dyed maxis were all the rage.

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