Zac Posen is entering the "advanced contemporary" clothing category with his Zac Zac Posen collection, and the pieces will be priced around $500. The new line is meant to compete with the likes of Tory Burch and M Missoni, and will feature everything from black leather motorcycle jackets and leather pants to his signature stretch jersey dresses. Unlike his lower-priced Z Spoke collection, which is now in limited distribution, this endeavor is aimed to marry the idea of high quality fabrics, the potential for eveningwear, and design versatility. It also happens to be totally in sync with Posen's other commitments. Namely, the designer has replaced Michael Kors on Project Runway, and it seems this is the time for Posen to tackle the "golden price point" (as he deems it) just as the brand gains wider mainstream exposure. The first Zac lineup is set for a Pre-Fall release, and has already been confirmed to sell in Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Intermix, Scoop, and Harvey Nichols.
Georgia May Jagger and Cara Delevingne Become Roomies, Zac Posen Launches a New Line

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- Prabal Gurung's Fall 2013 moodboard hints that floral Victoriana and vintage military uniforms will inspire his upcoming collection. [Harper's Bazaar]
br> - Zac Posen is set to launch Zac Zac Posen, a contemporary line of dresses and separates. The pieces will run $690 for a cocktail dress and $1,690 for an evening gown. [Racked]
br> - Talk about model roommates: Cara Delevingne and Georgia May Jagger are reportedly moving to North London together. [Telegraph]
br> - The CFDA has teamed up with Swarovski to host A Collective View, a roundup of Instagram pics snapped and shared by industry insiders, on the CFDA's website. [Fashionologie Inbox]
br> - The Westminster City Council has refused Abercrombie & Fitch's proposal to open a children's store on Savile Row. [Vogue UK]
br> - The President of Vera Wang Group, Mario Grauso, has stepped down from his position. He will continue to consult for the company. [WWD]
br> - Anna Piaggi's wardrobe will be featured in a public exhibition at Milan's Fabbrica del Vapore later this month. [Vogue UK]
br> - Gucci and Louis Vuitton are just a few of the brands launching themed products in honor of the Lunar New Year. [The Wall Street Journal]
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Celebs Were All About the Hot-Off-the-Runway Gowns at the SAG Awards
The award season is a time when the celebrities pull out all of the fashion stops. We're talking about decadent jewels, perfect hair, standout footwear, and, of course, gorgeous gowns. Last night's SAG Awards didn't disappoint in any of the above categories, as we witnessed a bevy of A-list actresses dressed to the nines. With that said, there were a select few that got to wear extraspecial dresses — the kind straight off the runway. With only weeks since the Pre-Fall '13 lineups debuted, and literally just days since the Spring '13 Couture shows, designers were more than eager to offer up their beautiful gowns for celebrities to wear on the red carpet last evening. We're talking about Jennifer Lawrence's stunning navy Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, Anne Hathaway's sheer Giambattista Valli — both gowns made their debut on the runway less than a week ago — and Amanda Seyfried's Pre-Fall Zac Posen mermaid confection. Click on to see more celebrities in their fresh-off-the-runway looks at the SAG Awards now.
SAG Awards: Best Dressed
With a fivesome like the one we're about to introduce, it's clearly a tight race to the best-dressed finish where SAG Awards red-carpet glamour is concerned. That's where your fashionable opinion comes into play. We'll give you the styling rundown and you do the (voting) rest. Jennifer Lawrence continued her award-season reign in yet another Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, this time in a dark navy blue, and polished it all off with a gorgeous Chopard diamond necklace. Naomi Watts stunned in an icy gray silver-beaded and embroidered Marchesa confection, which proved both ornate and elegant. Jessica Chastain reminded us of another Jessica — Jessica Rabbit, that is — in her body-hugging, corset-bodiced Alexander McQueen number. The only things more jaw-dropping than the dress were her megawatt Harry Winston jewels. Kerry Washington struck a sleek, albeit edgier, note in a strapless embellished Rodarte gown, only to finish it off with Fred Leighton '50s-inspired earrings. And Amanda Seyfried (another beauty in navy blue) went for all-out glamour in a mermaid Zac Posen gown, tempering the standout look with a Lorraine Schwartz pendant necklace. There you have it: five stylish contenders and one best-dressed title. Who gets your vote?

Navy Is the New Red-Carpet It Color — Which Blue Gown Gets Your Vote?
Countering all of the bold pink hues we saw on the SAG Awards red carpet was a sea of chic navy-blue gowns. More specifically, the ones worn by A-listers like Jennifer Lawrence, Nicole Kidman, and Amanda Seyfried. Looking nothing short of spectacular, Jennifer — who took home the prize for best actress for her role in Silver Linings Playbook — wore a strapless Christian Dior Haute Couture gown. Meanwhile, Nicole opted for decadent detailing in a sheer beaded Vivienne Westwood creation, and Amanda dazzled us in a formfitting Zac Posen mermaid gown. This trio of stunning looks deserves honorable mention and a little friendly competition, too. Thus, we're putting their gowns to the test: which navy lady reigned supreme?

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SAG Awards: Amanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried didn't hold back on the glamour factor this evening as she made her entrance in a navy Zac Posen gown. The formfitting mermaid silhouette showed off her curves, while a ruffled hemline added a dramatic factor to her look. Diamond studs and a pendant necklace by Lorraine Schwartz injected just the right amount of sparkle, while gorgeous long waves polished off her standout ensemble for the evening. What say you — love it or hate it?

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Golden Globe Awards: Lena Dunham
Girls' creator/star extraordinaire — and (spoiler alert!) Golden Globe winner — Lena Dunham wore her second Zac Posen creation in as many days, and we're loving the polished look of her off-the-shoulder dark plum gown. The structural shape — courtesy of sculpted tailoring details at the bodice and skirt — gave Lena's whole red-carpet look an Old Hollywood feel. Coupled with her edgier pixie cut, darkly lined eyes, and a pair of stud earrings, the actress made sure to inject her signature low-key approach into styling on the high-glam gown. Does her ensemble work for you?

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Golden Globe Awards: Naomi Watts
Naomi Watts dazzled in a body-hugging Zac Posen gown, and it just so happened to be in this season's hottest color: oxblood. She may have stayed covered up in long sleeves, but the look was not without some subtle sex appeal, thanks to a few strategically placed cutouts (just look at that dramatic back!). Her gown, loosely flared at the knee, amped up the drama with a train of regal proportions. Her pulled-back hair revealed her sparkling accessories — diamond and ruby earrings — which were matched by an equally shiny ruby ring and an oxblood-hued box clutch to finish off her look with some added seasonal gloss. What do you think of Watts's Zac Posen look?

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The Biggest Fashion Moments of 2012, From A to Z
Designer shake-ups, editor switcheroos, and more peplums than you could shake a hip at: 2012 had it all. Herein, we break down the biggest fashion stories of the year, alphabet style. Click through to relive it all — the gossip, glory, triumphs, scandals, and everything in between — in our most extensive year-end recap yet.
Zac Posen Will Replace Michael Kors as Project Runway Judge
Here's your first 2013 (style) shake-up: Zac Posen will replace Michael Kors as a judge on the new season of Project Runway, which airs Jan. 24. The reason for the change? Scheduling conflicts on Kors's part. Posen, who's no stranger to the panel (he's appeared on the show as a guest judge in the past), tweeted earlier, "So excited to be the new judge on @ProjectRunway Season 11!" And, while the show's host and executive producer, Heidi Klum shares Posen's excitement — she took to Twitter to welcome him — she also tweeted, "I will miss you this season my brother @Michael Kors I love you!" This won't be the last you'll be seeing of Kors, though. He'll take up his judging post for the show's always epic season finale. Now that you've had a few seconds to process the news, we want to know your thoughts: are you excited to have a fresh face on the panel lineup? Or, are you sad that Michael Kors won't be a permanent Project Runway fixture anymore?



