Preen

Street Style

Layering Genius

>> It's slippery and slushy outside — instead of fretting, brighten up your day with a pop of color.

>> It's slippery and slushy outside — instead of fretting, brighten up your day with a pop of color. This street-snapped cutie responded to the bitter cold by wearing a layered look: bright red trousers tiered with a black sweater coat, leather jacket, tee, and nubby scarf. Emote the same high-contrast vibe with our finds from Topshop, Maison Martin Margiela, and Preen.




Left to right: Preen Woven Pod Coat ($1,540), Madewell Somerset Tee ($32), Topshop Leather Waterfall Jacket ($250), Topshop Red Trousers ($80), Maison Martin Margiela Tote ($480), Aldo Chunky Scarf ($22), Alberto Fermani Leather Ankle Boot ($294, originally $490)


Photo courtesy of anywho.dk

Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Funky Town

Whether it's cutouts, prints, asymmetrical hemlines, or all of the above, I'm craving a funky dress like the ones Emily Deschanel, Chloë Sevigny, and Zoe Saldana are sporting.

Whether it's cutouts, prints, asymmetrical hemlines, or all of the above, I'm craving a funky dress like the ones Emily Deschanel, Chloë Sevigny, and Zoe Saldana are sporting. They're statement making — not your typical cocktail dresses — with subtle cutouts or lacy inserts. Just choose a style with your favorite print, or a strategic cutout that shows off your shoulders, maybe a hint of your back or torso. Part of the sexy is in the unpredictability; it's just about finding the ruffle, print, or brilliant hue that speaks to your style. Any way you dice it, won't you take me to . . . funky town!

Shopping

Give Your Wardrobe a Quick Color Injection!

On dark, cold days, a little color injection is the best medicine for drab wardrobes.
Mixing Colors With Neutrals

On dark, cold days, a little color injection is the best medicine for drab wardrobes. Gucci and Preen showed us how it's done in their Pre-Fall 2011 collections, mixing bright doses of color with neutrals like gray and tan. The radiant result proves that color needn't be worn only in the warmer months. Want to add color to your wardrobe? Check out five of our Fab looks, styled out just for you. It's time to break out that lemon yellow top and brighten your day (and ours).

Celebrity

Trend Alert: Sexy Lace-Up

I don't think I've ever seen Gwyneth Paltrow like this.

I don't think I've ever seen Gwyneth Paltrow like this. She's basically sizzling on the red carpet in her white hot Pucci, and it's not a mystery why. The sexy lace-up details are a skin-revealing addition to an otherwise covered up floor-length dress. You don't want the sultry cutouts to be too overt, lest you should reveal a little too much, but lace-up detailing up the back or sides is just enough sexy. Next step: kill it with confidence.

Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Asymmetrical Hemlines

If you're looking for a way to add a little drama when you dress it up, you don't have to go to any crazy lengths.

If you're looking for a way to add a little drama when you dress it up, you don't have to go to any crazy lengths. Just do like Rumer Willis did and flaunt a little style flair via an asymmetrical hemline. It's not a huge outfit change, just a subtle update that gives a skirt or dress an artsy, avant-garde feel. Keep the rest of your ensemble the same, no major change-ups necessary; the awesome asymmetry speaks for itself.

Shopping

Milan Fashion Week Street Style: Abbey Lee Kershaw

A sheer maxi skirt is a daring take on the pervasive Fall trend, but Abbey Lee Kershaw took on the challenge with pure finesse.

A sheer maxi skirt is a daring take on the pervasive Fall trend, but Abbey Lee Kershaw took on the challenge with pure finesse. Between shows on Milan Fashion Week's first day, Abbey contrasted her new platinum 'do with a see-through skirt, metallic jacket, and asymmetrical nude top. Emulate her fresh ensemble with this sheer chiffon skirt by Free People, an Alice + Olivia jacket, and a beige Preen top.




Left to right: Alice + Olivia Luiza Sequined Moto Jacket ($796), Abbey Lee Kershaw during Milan Fashion Week, Preen Edge Top ($640), Forever 21 Antique Lock Necklace ($7), Alexander McQueen Leather Satchel ($1,450), J.Crew Miller Short Boot ($250), Urban Outfitters Turquoise and Rhinestone Ring ($24), Free People Sheer Chiffon Skirt ($118)

Photo: Greg Kessler

Celebrity

Inspired Style: Five Fabulous Draped LBDs

Thanks to Malin Akerman's sexy cocktail wear at a recent InStyle fête, it seems draped LBDs are having a bit of a moment.

Thanks to Malin Akerman's sexy cocktail wear at a recent InStyle fête, it seems draped LBDs are having a bit of a moment. And why not? They're a super chic but comfortable way to wear your black. The vibe is sultry, and the lack of structure makes for an easy fit, dreamy silhouette. Click on the items above to shop five Fab ways to get the look. Also look to Riller & Fount for more amazing draped jersey options.

Diane Von Furstenberg

Models in Their Natural Habitat Part Two: Backstage at Marc Jacobs, Preen, and the Like

>> We got a window into the backstage antics at Alexander Wang, Jason Wu, Ohne Titel, and more from the first couple of days at New York Fashion Week; now it's time for another round.
Marc Jacobs

>> We got a window into the backstage antics at Alexander Wang, Jason Wu, Ohne Titel, and more from the first couple of days at New York Fashion Week; now it's time for another round. Hilary Rhoda at Diane von Furstenberg, kissy faces at Erin Fetherston, a close-up at Derek Lam's luscious platform sandals, plus snaps from Diesel Black Gold, Marc Jacobs, Preen, Tommy Hilfiger, Carolina Herrera, and DKNY — they're all here.

Photos: Greg Kessler

FabTV: Diane von Furstenberg Updates the Iconic Wrap Dress and We Talk Exclusively With Donna Karan

Diane von Furstenberg traded in her iconic wrap dress for a wrap jumpsuit for Spring 2011.

Diane von Furstenberg traded in her iconic wrap dress for a wrap jumpsuit for Spring 2011. Filled with rainbow brights and plentiful prints, the show was an explosion of color. Thakoon showed sexy sheers, deep necklines, and snake-printed dresses, while Preen showed billowy and tailored separates. Plus, we found our style standout of the day! On Allison: Proenza Schouler from Edit New York.