For the newest installment of its Real Fantasies video lookbook series, Prada casts its Fall 2012 collection in the neon glow of a distant future that takes its design cues from the past. Models — cast as "genetically perfected clones" — stalk around environments created by layering images and videos on top of each other, while ominous music plays in the background. One male model is seen wringing his hands while sitting on top of the world; later on, a woman pulls a wad of cash out of her purse and hands it to another woman in front of an ornate staircase. It's strange, yes, and thought-provoking, too.
In the Mood For Holiday: Club Monaco's Late Fall 2012 Lookbook
Come October, the Club Monaco girl will be trading in the California breeziness of September with something a bit richer: heavy knits, Highlands-inspired plaids, and a nice helping of cashmere. The brand is calling it "Scottish luxury," but with its bevy of wallpaper prints (some of which evoke iconic UK wallpaper-maker William Morris), brocade patterns, and '20s-tinged embellishments, we're guessing you'll call it exactly what you want to wear this Fall. See the entire collection here.
Free People Hits the Maine Coast, Naturally, to Perfect Summer's Beach Vibe
Free People got it just right for their latest Summer lookbook, matching their effortless cardigans and cover-ups to the Maine coastal landscape. It's just what you'd want to throw on with your bikini, a worn-in varsity jacket or rugby-striped cardigan to lend a dose of that New-England prep, even if there isn't a lobster bake on the shore in your immediate future. We might be stuck in the city, but we're shopping this newest crop of boy-meets-girl, beach-to-street essentials to channel the same impossibly easy play on cutoffs, sneakers, and our favorite tees right now.
London Darling: Topshop Plays to British Punk and Polish For Fall '12
With a mix of punky plaids, tweedy separates, and prim pointed-toe flats, we like to think of Topshop's Fall collection as a hybrid of cool-girl stylings from Britain's fashion darlings. We could see both Alexa Chung's boy-meets-girl street style and Poppy Delevigne's effortless-chic in the trench coats, leather skirts, loafers, and tweed crop tops from Topshop's Autumn lineup. Right down to the boxy handheld satchels, quilted leather, and red-plaid skinnies, the brand balances British prep-school punk with a more sophisticated, ladylike spin. In short, it's perfect for playing the part of any of London's trendsetters (no accent required). Read on for our editors' favorites, then click through to see it all.
- This quilted leather mini was made for nailing that punky-rock feel. We'll pair it with our favorite band tee, a statement necklace, and loafers to drive it home.
- From the trench to the cap-toe flats, this look is the perfect balance between edgy and sophisticated. Just switch out the crop top to take it to work.
- This gold sheath would be easy to dress up for cocktail hour or down for the workplace, layered up with a collared button-down underneath.
ASOS Releases Its Luxuriously Cool Fall Lookbook
It's hard to even imagine wearing a wool sweater right now, but it doesn't hurt to start planning for the cooler months ahead with ASOS's newly debuted Fall '12 lookbook. Jumping on all of Fall's top trends, the brand showcased patent leather tops, peplum details, and cozy knits we can't wait to snuggle into once the temperature drops. Furthermore, outerwear ranged from sporty bomber jackets to luxe fur embellished wool coats, while accessories focused on chunky soled boots and statement jewels. See our top looks below then get in on all of the action now.
- We'd layer this cozy aubergine knit sweater over a moody floral dress in the Fall, and when it gets colder, pair with wide-leg wool trousers and boots.
- We love this sporty leather look — who'd ever thought a baseball cap can look so sleek?
- You can't go wrong with a fur collared navy wool coat. The two-tone satin and wool combination is equal parts cozy and chic.
Over 250 of the Best Looks From Resort 2013 — DVF, Marchesa, and More!
We eagerly await designers' Resort offerings all year — a lesson in sophisticated albeit easy dressing. For 2013, collections are awash in both brilliant colors and prints from the likes of Diane von Furstenberg, whose offerings are rife with worldly references. Add to that the ladylike fluidity of Issa's looks, a study in minimalist menswear-inspired wares via Chado Ralph Rucci, and Marchesa's luxe evening gowns, inspired by the designers' childhood memories of English garden parties. There's literally something in this lineup to suit the stylish whims of every girl. The latest is a crop of color-blasted, under-the-sea-inspired separates, luxurious sequined dresses done up with French colonial inspiration, and geometric-infused cocktail sheaths and party dresses. We've pulled from each collection to bring you the highlights — just click through for the best of Resort 2013 thus far.
Zara Upgrades Our Summer Wardrobe With Slick Separates and Statement Baubles For June
Summer is looking a little more luxe, thanks to Zara's June collection, a lesson in the most elegant seasonal dressing, albeit with the retailer's on-trend twist. Get ready to suit up in Summer whites of the chicest kind, like a fitted blazer and a sheer button-up finished in rhinestones at the collar. Flashes of slick red separates and a cool animal-print tuxedo jacket provide the cool contrasts, as do the label's statement jewels. For Zara's latest, the label treats us to a bevvy of baubles to dress up our denim jackets and tanks. It's all in the details here — a wild studded clutch, embellished collars, lace trim on our tanks — so you can rest assured that even your most basic Summer wardrobe will get the lift it needs. Read on for our key pieces, then click through to get a glimpse of the gorgeous Aymeline Valade showing off every new look.
- We can already think of about a thousand things we'd want to wear with this emerald-hued statement necklace. It would be the most awesome outfit insurance — a guarantee even our white tees look interesting.
- Get an upgrade on your go-to office pencil skirt with this lace version.
- We're eying these printed harem pants as a breezy alternative to denim.
Sneak Peek! Madewell's Girl Goes Woodsy and Tomboy-Cool For Fall
We got our first taste of Madewell's Fall 2012 back in April, but if ever there was a way to prove the cool factor in this collection, it's in Madewell's perfectly styled Fall lookbook. Mastering the art of effortless layers, girl-meets-boy appeal, and the style quirks of traditional Fall clothing turned on its head, Madewell offers up the season's essentials in bold hues, clever prints (like a leopard-print grandpa cardigan), and staple denim. It's the best kind of tomboy dressing — pastel tulip skirts paired with plaid button-downs and field boots — and a woodsier edge, thanks to cozy knit hats, lumberjack-inspired jackets, and cheeky wool sweaters. Read on for our must-have pieces, then click through to get a glimpse of the whole collection.
- This varsity jacket has just the right sporty vibe to toughen up all of our Fall dresses.
- This adorable sheep-printed sweater tops our list with its quirky style sense and slightly vintage feel.
- We love the slightly '70s feel of this look, and we're adding the felted fedora to our wish list.
First Look! Zara Masters the Art of Boy-Meets-Girl Dressing For May
With both cool-girl appeal and the prettiest white lace and crochet, Zara's May collection might best be characterized as an exercise in perfect boy-meets-girl dressing. The retailer artfully delivers the best of both worlds: the most feminine and sophisticated kind of separates, like a little lace waistcoat or a ladies-who-lunch tweed jacket, then a slouchy pair of tomboy-fit studded jeans and a menswear-style striped button-down. Zara's Woman collection offers up polished floral prints and silky tropical button-downs, while the TRF line veers into more casual territory with open-weave knits, distressed boyfriend jeans, and tribal-embellished tanks and t-shirts. Read on for our favorite pieces and styling tips, then click through to get a glimpse of every look.
- If you're looking to get in on the jumpsuit trend, we love the effortless vibe of this version — perfect for dressing up and down all Summer.
- This open-weave knit would be an ideal piece to layer up on a beachy vacation or throw on with your favorite Summer cutoffs.
- Try out a statement skirt like this one and balance out the high-impact details with a menswear-inspired button-up.
Sneak Peek! Every Awesome Piece From H&M's High-Impact Fall
For its Fall '12 lineup, H&M marries the art of minimalism with high-impact detail. It's another covetable collection from the retailer, this time finishing streamlined silhouettes with bursts of color, statement print, and decadent accessories — and there's something for everyone in this batch of goodies. From the slickest kind of pencil skirt, finished with leather and adorned with peplum, to a perfect wooly cocoon coat, this crew of separates is as fit for the cool-girl as they are the sophisticate, with a palette of rich autumnal burgundy, gray, and flashes of metallics that speak decidedly to the season. As if the moody hues aren't enough, the cozy fabrications from mohair to tweed, bouclé, and jacquard will have you feeling Fall in no time flat. Click on for the complete lookbook.








