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Stella McCartney Fall 2013 Runway

For Fall 2013, Stella McCartney showed off her signature sporty-cool aesthetic to an A-list group that included Jessica Alba, Nicole Richie, Natalia Vodianova, Bono, and, of course, her father, Paul McCartney.

For Fall 2013, Stella McCartney showed off her signature sporty-cool aesthetic to an A-list group that included Jessica Alba, Nicole Richie, Natalia Vodianova, Bono, and, of course, her father, Paul McCartney. A star-studded crowd indeed, but once the lights went down, all eyes were focused on McCartney's refreshing array of boxy pinstriped coats, flip skirts, cropped plaid jackets, and chunky-soled loafer shoes. "It was a redirection of Stella classics, things I do instinctively and effortlessly, so paying homage to Britain and its classic tailoring and inserting a new femininity, bringing a sensual woman into it all," said McCartney. The designer continued her Fall story with an interesting array of knit dresses featuring intricate semisheer lace detailing, portraying a simultaneously tomboy yet luxe feel. Eveningwear showcased a lineup of effortlessly elegant strapless silk dresses with bold elastic banding, while others featured a kitschy "skate" print. There was also a covetable array of metallic, holographic bags that will surely make their way onto every fashion darling's must haves list. See Stella McCartney's Fall collection in all its glory now.

fashion news

Michelle Obama's Official Portrait, Marchesa's Latest Line, and Calla's New Collab

Michelle Obama wore a dress designed by Reed Krakoff in her second official White House portrait.

  • Michelle Obama wore a dress designed by Reed Krakoff in her second official White House portrait. [WWD]

  • Eyewear brand Warby Parker is in talks with Google to design fashionable frames for the Internet giant's high-tech glasses. [The New York Times]

  • JCPenney will launch an exclusive line of dresses, Pearl by Georgina Chapman of Marchesa, next month. The pieces will range from $50 to $250. [Racked]

  • After allegedly committing murder last week, Oscar Pistorius is no longer the face of Thierry Mugler's A*Men fragrance. [WWD]

  • Ruth La Ferla is the latest writer to offer up her opinion on all the sartorial peacocking at Fashion Week: "Who can fault them if they embrace the occasion as a continuous photo op?" She wrote. "[In] an era with video streaming, Instagram, Tumblr, and Vine have only redoubled the impact of an exotically eye-catching look." [The New York Times]

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  • Shopping

    Kate Hudson Uses Luxe Accessories to Amp Up Her London Look

    Kate Hudson layered up in a leather-sleeved Helmut Lang coat while attending a special Muse concert for the War Child charity in London last night.

    Kate Hudson layered up in a leather-sleeved Helmut Lang coat while attending a special Muse concert for the War Child charity in London last night. The actress, who was there supporting her fiancé and Muse frontman, Matt Bellamy, wore a silky green jumpsuit underneath, then finished with a pair of cozy shearling Burberry booties.Zoom in on Kate's beautiful accessories: green chandelier earrings, a prominent knuckle ring, and this Stella McCartney python crossbody bag ($1,200), which Anne Hathaway also owns. While we admire Kate's layering chops, it was her accessories that really amped things up. We especially admire the pop of green via her earrings. Score her exact bag and similar jewels to jazz up your Winter wardrobe à la Kate Hudson.

    fashion news

    Tom Ford's Fashion Week Frenzy and Cara Delevingne's Dance For Love

    In honor of Valentine's Day, Love has released a video of Cara Delevingne being, well, Cara Delevingne.

    • In honor of Valentine's Day, Love has released a video of Cara Delevingne being, well, Cara Delevingne. [The Love Magazine]

    • In other Valentine's Day news, Barneys New York will give everyone who spends $200 or more on cosmetics or fragrance a special "Love Yourself" goodie bag filled with some of the department store's favorite beauty treats. The promotion runs through Feb. 16. [POPSUGAR Fashion News Inbox]

    • Tom Ford's first catwalk show may be the reason a record number of American editors and buyers are flocking to London for Fashion Week this season. [London Evening Standard]

    • Stella McCartney's husband, Alasdhair Willis, has been named Hunter's new creative director. [WWD]

    • Moda Operandi is offering the chance to win a private preview of the upcoming Punk: Chaos to Couture exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. [Moda Operandi]

    • Maison Kitsuné has teamed up with Oliver Peoples to release a capsule collection of retro sunglasses priced from $430 to $560. [She Finds]

    • Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius, who was the face of Thierry Mugler's A*Men fragrance, has been charged with murder after a woman was found shot in his home in Pretoria, South Africa. [The New York Times]

    Red Carpet

    Kate Hudson Wows in Red at the Elle UK Style Awards

    Kate Hudson looked gorgeous in a silk embroidered Stella McCartney gown and a Jenny Packham clutch at the Elle UK Style Awards at The Savoy hotel in London today.

    Kate Hudson looked gorgeous in a silk embroidered Stella McCartney gown and a Jenny Packham clutch at the Elle UK Style Awards at The Savoy hotel in London today. She's just one of the stars, including Chloë Moretz and Elizabeth Olsen, stepping out for this evening's event

    Kate's on the red carpet just days after arriving in the UK. Kate and her boys, including sons Ryder and Bingham and fiancé Matthew Bellamy, took off from LAX together on Saturday for their trip across the pond. The travels are perfect timing since Matt has a show with Muse in London next week, though they won't be staying in his home country for long, as Muse will head to Florida and Ohio at the end of the month.

    Celebrity Style

    Chloë, Kate, and Elizabeth Get Decked Out For the Elle Style Awards

    Are you ready for more red-carpet fun?

    Are you ready for more red-carpet fun? Across the pond, the Elle Style Awards are taking over London town as we speak. And some of our favorite starlets, including Kate Hudson, Chloë Moretz, and Elizabeth Olsen, are there decked out to celebrate. Kate stole the show in her red strapless Stella McCartney gown (how stunning are the lace insets?), Chloë looked perfectly mod in a black-and-white striped dress, also by Stella, while Elizabeth chose an edgier ensemble, including an on-trend leather-sleeved jacket. But they're not the only famous faces who stepped out for the festivities. Step inside to see who else was in attendance.

    Shopping

    Anne's Got a Brand-New (Stella McCartney Python) Bag

    When you buy a Stella McCartney bag you get a gorgeous bit of arm candy that's also animal-friendly, so it's pretty much a win-win.

    When you buy a Stella McCartney bag you get a gorgeous bit of arm candy that's also animal-friendly, so it's pretty much a win-win. That's why we're fully on board with Anne Hathaway's brand-new Stella McCartney faux-python crossbody bag ($1,200). First the actress threw it on over a black coat, a purple scarf, and black rain boots in Paris, then she carried it with her black coat and ankle boots during a shopping excursion to the Lanvin boutique while out and about the City of Light. In both instances, Anne's python bag added that little bit of wow-factor to her otherwise dark ensembles. Now, for your shopping pleasure: Stella has a pretty stellar selection of faux-python bags — which you can shop right here — but if you're looking for something a little more budget-friendly, we've got you covered with a range of other options below.

    fashion news

    Stella McCartney Gets Funny, Bryan Boy Gets Furry

    All the bits fit to print here, in our daily news roundup.


      All the bits fit to print here, in our daily news roundup.

    • Stella McCartney makes funny chic with her Red Nose Day t-shirt collection to benefit Comic Relief. [Harper's Bazaar UK]

    • Carine Roitfeld's first feature as the global fashion director of Harper's Bazaar has been revealed. [Harper's Bazaar]

    • Chris Burch has sold a 10 percent stake in C. Wonder to Fidelity for $35 million. [WWD]

    • Bryan Boy will collaborate with Adrienne Landau on a collection of unisex fur accessories for Fall 2013. [Racked]

    • Alessandra Ambrosio is set to launch her own fashion brand, Alé by Alessandra, for Spring 2014. [Vogue UK]

    • Pippa Middleton is the namesake for Kate Spade's latest bag, the Catherine Street Pippa. [InStyle]

    • Allison Williams has inked a deal to be the new face of Simple Skincare. [Belfast Telegraph]

    • The signature style of Tokyo's Harajuku Girls inspired Agyness Deyn's Spring 2013 collection for Dr. Martens, which hits stores on Feb. 22. [Vogue UK]

    • Reed Krakoff is partnering with Ladurée. [Fashionologie Inbox]

    • Nicola Formichetti designed an exclusive limited-edition bag for Shopbop; it sports bright pink graffiti against navy leather. [The Cut]

    Shopping

    Diane Kruger Reminds Us Why We Love Printed Pants All Year-Round

    While promoting her new movie Der Naechste, Bitte!

    While promoting her new movie Der Naechste, Bitte! in Berlin, Diane Kruger reminded us why she's a consummate styler, and it had everything to do with her statement Stella McCartney floral-print silk pants ($925). The actress completed her outfit with a black Stella McCartney tuxedo vest (similar version here), black pointy pumps, and a crisp white watch.

    We love the juxtaposition of her structured top against a more relaxed-pant silhouette — it has "chic" written all over it. And it looks like even Diane is jumping on the black-and-white trend bandwagon, and her head-to-toe look is a prime example why. While we can't deny that the actress's two-toned add-ons were sleek — significant in polishing off her look — there's no doubt (in our minds) that her floral pants were the real showstoppers. The best part? They're versatile, too. With the right attention to detail, you can dress them up or down. For a more casual approach, mimic Diane's latest ensemble, but switch out the vest for a knit sweater, and her heels for a pair of sneakers. Then come Spring, punch the outfit up with a bright t-shirt and your favorite sandals. All you need to do is snag your own pair of Diane-inspired statement pants — or shop the exact pair — with a little help from our editors' picks below.

    Celebrity Style

    Score Nicky Hilton's Blue Coat and Sleeveless White Blouse

    Nicky Hilton went part sweet, part sassy in a blue Stella McCartney swing coat ($2,215) and pleated leather skirt at the season two premiere of Girls in NYC.

    Nicky Hilton went part sweet, part sassy in a blue Stella McCartney swing coat ($2,215) and pleated leather skirt at the season two premiere of Girls in NYC. The blond beauty tucked this sleeveless DSquared blouse ($446, originally $557) into her edgy skirt, then accessorized with black suede ankle-strap wedges and a studded leather clutch. Mimic Nicky's latest look by pairing her exact coat and blouse with a trendy leather skirt and suede pumps for your next date night.