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We're Loving: The Sleeveless Jacket Trend For Spring 2013

Long and boxy, the sleeveless jacket is so much more than a vest, and it was paired with short skirts and shorts for a downtown cool look we're loving from New York Fashion Week.

Long and boxy, the sleeveless jacket is so much more than a vest, and it was paired with short skirts and shorts for a downtown cool look we're loving from New York Fashion Week. With closets full of jackets and blazers, the sleeveless jacket is something we'll be investing in next Spring, especially to show tops with sheer detailing or embellishment (both big trends). And yes, we are considering whether we should take scissors to an old boyfriend blazer to channel the feel of Tracy Reese's white sleeveless blazer (second from right).


L to R: Reed Krakoff, Alexander Wang, Tracy Reese, Proenza Schouler

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3 Unique Ways to Wear Pastels!

Fashion is having a pastel moment right now — everything from dresses to shoes to sunglasses have been dipped in these softer shades for Spring.

Fashion is having a pastel moment right now — everything from dresses to shoes to sunglasses have been dipped in these softer shades for Spring. Runways including Louis Vuitton, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and Vera Wang debuted lighter looks for this season, and style setters like Nicole Richie, Jessica Alba, and Kirsten Dunst have already tested out the trend. Accordingly, we headed over to Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills and styled up some Spring-perfect outfits using a pastel palette. From a breezy daytime look to a sequined minidress, watch to see how you can wear pastels from day to night. On Allison McNamara: Proenza Schouler dress.

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Bad to the Bone (and on a Budget): Get Spring's Edgy-Cool Look For Under $100

Whether it was sheer detailing, lace, tough floral prints, or lots of light-colored leather, Spring's runways were full of edgy-cool pieces that had us wanting to jump on the back of a Harley and invest in a pair of brass knuckles.
Edgy Spring Clothes on a Budget

Whether it was sheer detailing, lace, tough floral prints, or lots of light-colored leather, Spring's runways were full of edgy-cool pieces that had us wanting to jump on the back of a Harley and invest in a pair of brass knuckles. Designers like Helmut Lang, Rag & Bone, and Altuzarra showed sexy, sporty looks incorporating bold mesh inserts and pumped-up prints — and Alexander Wang even sent his models down the runway with biker boots and motorcycle helmets. It's a look that ladies like Kate Moss, Erin Wasson, and Freja Beha Erichsen have perfected, and fortunately you don't have to drop a ton of dough to achieve the gritty, on-the-edge vibe this season. We've rounded up 15 of our favorite pieces; click through to see and shop them now.

Photo courtesy of Vogue Paris

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Decorate with pretty pastels for Spring.

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From Wardrobe to Decor: Bright and Patterned Denim Interpreted For Your Home

Traditional denim is passe this Spring season, with bright neons, pastel shades, and unexpected prints taking major preference for up-to-date Spring wardrobes.

Traditional denim is passe this Spring season, with bright neons, pastel shades, and unexpected prints taking major preference for up-to-date Spring wardrobes. But why limit the vibrancy of those colors and patterns to your closet? Today, I'm pairing up some great denim options with furniture and accents inspired by their look. Keep clicking to see some of my favorite coordinating wardrobe and decor pairs.

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Runway to Reality: How to Work Bird Prints For Spring Under $100

In fashion, it seems as though every animal gets its moment in the sartorial sun.


In fashion, it seems as though every animal gets its moment in the sartorial sun. Last season, it was cats (with a few mice thrown in), and as far as Spring '12 trends go, the runways were undoubtedly for the birds. Designers like Carolina Herrera, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Jill Stuart all showed bird motifs in their pieces — and whether they were soft and ethereal or bold and abstract, it made a huge mark on our fashion consciousness for the upcoming season. We've rounded up some of our favorite pieces that are chic, stylish, and just so happen to come in under $100. Click below to shop them now!

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Spring 2012 Fashion Week Trend: Would You Wear a Crop Top?

We've spotted a fair amount of skin making its way down the Spring 2012 runways — and designers are zeroing in on one not-so-subtle way to flaunt your figure.

We've spotted a fair amount of skin making its way down the Spring 2012 runways — and designers are zeroing in on one not-so-subtle way to flaunt your figure. From Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Missoni, and more, crop tops are taking over the catwalk. The cropped, bustier-style tops are being paired with longer flowing skirts, à la Missoni, tea-length ladylike skirts, like we saw at Dolce & Gabbana, and slick pencil skirts from Versace. This isn't a look well-suited for wallflowers, but if you're in the market for a sexier style, this might be your thing. So tell us, would you wear a crop top or is this look better left on the runway?

From left: Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Missoni

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The Top Spring 2012 Trends From New York Fashion Week

Attention, fashion lovers! It's time to get familiar with our Spring 2012 trend report, which we'll be updating with even more of all the best trends from the best shows in London, Milan, and Paris.
Spring 2012 Fashion Trend Report

Attention, fashion lovers! It's time to get familiar with our Spring 2012 trend report, which we'll be updating with even more of all the best trends from the best shows in London, Milan, and Paris. From the sporty theme that dominated in New York, to the craze for lush prints, we've got the best trends covered right here.

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Our Favorite Looks From London Fashion Week

It seems like we blinked and London Fashion Week was over, and now Milan Fashion Week is in full swing.
London Fashion Week Best Looks

It seems like we blinked and London Fashion Week was over, and now Milan Fashion Week is in full swing. Our London trend report includes florals, digitized prints, dresses over pants, the mullet dress, peplum, and the 60s —all trends we saw first in New York. Our report to come soon, but right now we're obsessing over a few looks from London Fashion Week that has us counting the days to Spring (yes, already). Click through to see our favorite looks from London's top designers, including Burberry Prorsum, Christopher Kane, Peter Pilotto, and Roksanda Ilincic.

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80 Irresistible Shoes From New York Fashion Week

From the flattest of flats to the highest of heels, the Spring '12 runways were rife with gorgeous shoes.
Shoes From New York Fashion Week Spring 2012

From the flattest of flats to the highest of heels, the Spring '12 runways were rife with gorgeous shoes. Cushnie et Ochs showed candy-colored, pin-thin stilettos, Tory Burch and J.Crew gave us new loafers to love, and we got our fix of safari-chic, knee-high gladiator sandals at Michael Kors. We've rounded up 80 (give or take a few) pairs of our absolute favorites, so click through now to see them all — then start planning your Spring shoe shopping list.

Photos courtesy of Greg Kessler