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Rashida Jones's Plunging Print Thakoon Dress Is Sweet and Sassy
For the NYC premiere of Celeste and Jesse, Rashida Jones captured our attention in her sweet and sassy Thakoon Resort '13 dress and Valentino crystal-coated sandals ($1,195).
For the NYC premiere of Celeste and Jesse, Rashida Jones captured our attention in her sweet and sassy Thakoon Resort '13 dress and Valentino crystal-coated sandals ($1,195). The colorful abstract print and plunging neckline were standout, and the knee-length hemline and oversized pockets lent a sweet touch. While her exact dress is not available to purchase online, you can re-create this spotlight-worthy look by pairing the retro dress we chose below, or this floral halter dress by Jessica Simpson ($116, originally $128), with a metallic belt, gold hoop earrings, and a pair of t-strap sandals. Shop the widget below to get started.
Celebrities Embrace Sheer Stripes and You Should, Too!
Stripes are a classic, but sheer stripes are classic turned on its head.
Stripes are a classic, but sheer stripes are classic turned on its head. Celebrities like Whitney Port, Olivia Palermo, and Katy Perry have all embraced sheer stripes in different varieties. Whitney wore a black sheer-striped Whitney Eve shirtdress with a white Topshop clutch and black Pour La Victoire ankle-strap sandals at a Vans dinner in LA, Olivia Palermo donned a pink sheer-striped Valentino in Paris, and Katy Perry sported a black maxi with sheer stripes with Valentino studded pumps at a red-carpet event in LA. Whether you want to go all-out risqué like Katy, sweet like Olivia, or edgy like Whitney, there's a perfect sheer-striped dress for you. Shop them below.
Jennifer Lopez's Birthday-Dinner Look: Leather Pants and a Studded Bag
Jennifer Lopez and boyfriend Casper Smart celebrated her birthday over dinner in NYC, and for the special occasion, Jennifer donned a black and white outfit.
Jennifer Lopez and boyfriend Casper Smart celebrated her birthday over dinner in NYC, and for the special occasion, Jennifer donned a black and white outfit. The singer wore a white long-sleeved Vionnet top and black leather pants. A white studded Valentino bag matched her top half, while these Charlotte Olympia platform pumps ($895) coordinated with her black bottoms. Rhinestone hoop earrings and a bevy of gold rings completed Jennifer's chic ensemble. To get her look for your next dinner out, pair your black leather pants with a white top, a white studded clutch, and sky-high black pumps. Get started by shopping similar pieces, including Jennifer's exact pumps, below.
Miley Cyrus Works a Floral Halter Dress With Converse Sneakers
Miley Cyrus strolled hand in hand with fiancé Liam Hemsworth, pairing a floral halter dress with high-top Converse sneakers ($55) and rock-chic accessories in Philadelphia.
Miley Cyrus strolled hand in hand with fiancé Liam Hemsworth, pairing a floral halter dress with high-top Converse sneakers ($55) and rock-chic accessories in Philadelphia. Her side-scroll Prada shades ($304) and studded Valentino bag ($1,995) added a touch of edge to her ladylike dress, while a bevy of gold adornments — Jacquie Aiche body chain, horizontal cross necklace, and flashy watch — injected the perfect amount of bling. Score Miley's exact kicks, shades, and bag to work with a floral halter, or style them with cutoff shorts and a tank for a no-fuss weekend look.
Valentino Purchased by Qatari Royal Family
Despite earlier statements to the contrary, an investment fund understood to be owned by the royal family of Qatar has agreed to purchase the Valentino Fashion Group for an estimated $858 million.
Despite earlier statements to the contrary, an investment fund understood to be owned by the royal family of Qatar has agreed to purchase the Valentino Fashion Group for an estimated $858 million.
Mayhoola for Investments will purchase both Valentino and the licensing agreements for M Missoni from Permira, the London firm that currently owns both businesses. A representative from Mayhoola said the goal of the purchase is "to back management for the long term to exploit the full potential of this exciting brand."
Valentino's CEO Stefano Sassi is equally optimistic. "Our new shareholder will help us to reach our full potential," he said.
Another member of the royal family who might be interested in Valentino's potential is Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser Al Missned, the second wife of Qatar's emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Sheikha Mozah is reportedly one of the world's biggest consumers of couture; she's wearing Valentino in the photo at left. She also created the Qatar Luxury Group, which acquired the French leather goods company Le Tanneur last year.
Could she have been the catalyst for the Valentino purchase, too? A look back at some of Sheikha Mozah's chicest ensembles, in the gallery.
Our Experts Break Down the Highlights From Paris Couture Week
Ready-to-wear has New York, resort has Milan, but couture will always have Paris.
Ready-to-wear has New York, resort has Milan, but couture will always have Paris. Paris Couture Week is the crème de la crème of Fashion Weeks and, accordingly, we brought Fashionologie's Christina Pérez in to discuss all the highlights with Popsugar's Allie Merriam. From Raf Simons's debut couture collection at Dior to Anna Dello Russo's own fashion tour de force, we got the inside scoop on all you need to know from the week of chic. Plus, are wondering what really separates couture from the rest? Christina has all the answers in our tete-à-tete.
Valentino's Royal Buyer, Mr. Mickey's Rap Alias, and Sophie Theallet's Big Prize
Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.
Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.
- The company that owns Valentino is selling the Italian fashion house, and the royal family of Qatar is rumored to be the frontrunner in the bidding war. Not true, says Valentino CEO Stefano Sassi. "As previously stated, Valentino has seen increasing interest from a number of potential buyers." [Elle UK]
- Sophie Theallet won the US division of the International Woolmark Prize, which honors emerging talent in fashion design. The prize money totals $100,000, and Theallet could win another $100,000 when she competes with other regional winners from around the world in February. [The Cut]
- Chloe Moretz has been named the newest brand ambassador for Aéropostale. [Styleite]
- Paper editorial director Mickey Boardman says that if he were a rapper, then his name would be Chunky D. [Fashionista]
- Lulu Kennedy may have helped start the careers of Gareth Pugh, Roksanda Ilincic, and Jonathan Saunders through her Fashion East initiative, but she would like to clarify that she's not a genie. "I can't grant them wishes," she says of the designers she works with. "They make things happen. They've got to put the work in." [The Guardian]
- Karl Lagerfeld's masstige line Karl will be available at Selfridges by the end of the month. [Vogue UK]
- The Museum at FIT has relaunched its online platform, the Museum at FIT Online Collections, which allows users to digitally view some 600 pieces in the museum's possession. [UnBeige]
Paris Haute Couture Beauty Goes Bright, Braided, and Elegant
Paris Haute Couture Week kicked off on Monday, and the beauty looks were as extravagant as the clothes that inspired them.
Paris Haute Couture Week kicked off on Monday, and the beauty looks were as extravagant as the clothes that inspired them. Bright duotone pops of lipstick, tight braids, and polished top knots were some of the week's top looks. See some of the best in today's Beauty Beat, and for even more couture, browse 10 top haute couture looks from the week.
Celebrities Line the Front Row in Style at Valentino's Couture Show
Hollywood has made its way over to Paris for the Fall 2012 Couture shows.
Hollywood has made its way over to Paris for the Fall 2012 Couture shows. Valentino's runway attracted the likes of Olivia Palermo, Clémence Poésy, Kim Kardashian, and Nicky Hilton, all of whom have shown their love for Valentino on red carpets before. These style-setters really impressed us with their front-row ensembles. Olivia and Clemence went for color, choosing a pretty shade of pink and a punchy red hue, respectively, while Kim and Nicky proved that the key to a great LBD is texture. Check out our other front-row fashion recaps from Chanel and Versace. On Allison McNamara: StyleMint top.
