Your casual cotton separates are no longer just for the day! In this episode of FabSugarTV's How To, we're going to show you how to mix your breezy basics with more sophisticated formal separates. Create effortlessly cool outfits this year by combining your casual tops with dressier pieces on bottom. This pared-back elegance is instantly chic! On Allison: Rebecca Taylor jacket, Equipment blouse from Bloomingdale's Santa Monica.
We've all got holiday dressing on our brain right now, so we couldn't help but notice that Kristin Cavallari's look from last night's Rebecca Taylor store opening would be equally fitting for one of our own seasonal fetes. With delicate ruffles and a rich holiday-hued palette, Kristin's little Rebecca Taylor dress feels perfectly festive, but it's not just a great dress that makes it all work. A dramatic deep rouge lip and face-framing waves amp up the glamour, while nude pumps and a coordinating clutch temper the style for a modern effect. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel Kristin's gorgeous holiday style.
Looks like two of our favorite style stars had their eyes on the same Fall frock. Alexa Chung and Kirsten Dunst both gave Rebecca Taylor's floral print chiffon dress ($425) their respective style spin. Alexa outfitted hers with a pair of the coveted sparkly Miu Miu booties for New York Fashion Week while Kirsten paired the dress with suede ankle boots and a blazer for a stroll around NYC's East Village. We love both interpretations, but we're leaving it up to you to decide who's most Fab. Which of the fashion-savvy looks do you prefer?
The always feminine chic Rebecca Taylor delivered a sexy show of slouchy silhouettes and flirty florals for Spring 2012. Paired with long pearl necklaces and metallic accessories, these effortlessly cool designs give a hint of sparkle without being over the top. Check out the full runway here, and our backstage interview with Sophia Bush.
We count on Rebecca Taylor to deliver femininity in the coolest way possible; for Spring 2012 she did exactly that. Injecting doses of whimsy, like sequined details on slouchy silhouettes that meld both our girlier impulses with our desire to appear effortlessly dressed. The girls hit the runway first in a sequence of brights — all shine, florals, and sky-blue splashes of watercolor print on flowy dresses and little skirts; then, she met the easy and breezy sentiments with moodier tones — midnight blues, blacks, and darker metallics. Check out all the looks, and watch our interview with the designer herself!
Who doesn't love Rebecca Taylor's soft, feminine clothing and bold styling? The New York City-based designer has an uncanny ability to make leopard feel new and fresh every season; she's also got a way of making us feel girly without compromising sophistication. Basically, she is one of the coolest chicks we know, and we got the inside scoop on her favorite things about Fall — right before she debuts her Spring 2012 collection at New York Fashion Week.
Favorite Part of Fall: I love watching the seasons change in New York — my favorite part is the brisk air and changing of the leaves, it's very picturesque! Coziest Weekend Outfit: Jeans and a Lanvin striped tee layered with a Rebecca Taylor chunky cableknit oversized cardi. If I Weren't a Fashion Designer: I would be a makeup artist if I had a more steady hand! My Foolproof Styling Advice: invest in items that are transitional and can bring you from Spring to Fall.
Rebecca Taylor's femme-print dresses are a Summertime staple, but did you know the rest of her pieces are just as amazing? Her latest collection for Resort 2012 left us swooning, as usual, after her whimsical-meets-cool prints and subtle vintage cuts. In fact, Whitney Port was recently spotted wearing this sweet maxidress from the collection during Miami Swim Week. For accessories, Taylor kept the mood fun with neon and snakeskin printed sandals and booties — paired with cutesy socks — and adorable whipstitch handbags. Keep perusing to rest of the collection.
Out of all the shirt styles to develop a crush on this season, we of course had to fall for the one that presents the biggest fashion conundrum — the boxy top. Designers like Rebecca Taylor, Yves Saint Laurent, and Jill Stuart showed them on the Spring runways, and our love affair began. They may seem a bit tricky to wear at first, but we've come up with a few easy, super-chic ways to blend this piece in seamlessly with the rest of your wardrobe. Check out our tips, then click through to see and shop our picks when you keep reading.
After spying denim everywhere from poolside parties to Sienna Miller's styled runs across the pond, it's clear that the little denim dress is garnering a lot of attention for Summer. Now, it's on our shopping list for the same reasons — it's a no-fuss, flirty incarnation of the season's best-loved fabric; an American staple that looks effortlessly styled whether you choose a no-frills shift or one with boho embroidery. The best thing? These dresses look just as good on the city streets as they do on Nantucket's beaches. Just shop our editor's picks below to find the Summer style that suits you best.
>> We're currently thinking about loose layers and lighter fabrics for Spring, and this look from Gary Pepper Vintage provides the perfect inspiration. We love the off-shoulder tee paired with camel high-waisted pants, and for added polish, a leopard print jacket, pumps, and dark red lips. Get the same draped and slouched 'fit with our picks from ASOS, Rebecca Taylor, and Ash.
Left to right: ASOS Belted Trousers ($72), Rebecca Taylor Leopard Coat ($277, originally $425), Dereon Gold Layer Necklace ($44), Nyx Jumbo Lipstick Pencil ($4), Victoria's Secret Off-Shoulder Tee ($25), Dooney & Bourke Barrel Satchel ($198), Ash Suede Platform Pump ($105)
Photo courtesy of Gary Pepper Vintage
