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Not to be outdone by the announcement of Target's and Neiman Marcus's upcoming collaboration extravaganza, eBay has announced that it too will partner with some very big names for Holiday 2012.

Seven designers — Billy Reid, Chris Benz, Fallon, Jonathan Adler, Ruffian, Steven Alan, and Tibi — have teamed with the cyber giant to create a limited edition collection, online November 12. The 40-piece collection — titled eBay Holiday Collective — will feature about five pieces from each designer and will include womenswear, menswear, jewelry, travel, electronic accessories, and home decor; all pieces will ship for free and are priced from $50 to $100.

"Thrilled to be collab'ing w @eBay_Fashion this holiday on a ltd edition, locally made collection. All my friends can attest I love Ebay!" Fallon's Dana Lorenz tweeted following the announcement, while Chris Benz responded "You & me, both, sister! Xx". In fact, it seems a love of eBay was somewhat of a prerequisite. All the participating designers were chosen because of "their genuine enthusiasm for eBay," the brand's general manager of fashion, Jeff Somers said, adding that "each [designer] brings originality and a distinct point of view, and embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of our marketplace."

See all the pieces, with prices, here.

>> And suddenly, it begins. Steven Alan kicks off the Fall 2012 season with a collection of '30s- and '40s-tinged separates in tonal grays, textural wools, and — of course — lots of prints and stripes. Alan also tapped inspiration from Mexican painter Diego Rivera, and so a nice dose of folk was worked into the collection's classic prepster mix: wooden buttons, blanket wools, leather riding belts, and perky little felt fedoras.
Photos: Christina Pérez

Our New York Fashion Week kickoff began this morning with Steven Alan. For Fall, the designer showed another batch of covetable casual-cum-cool offerings pairing his signature modern classic style with a bold touch of Mexican and folk influence. Full red skirts were paired with riding jackets and fedora hats and structured striped wool vests with slightly flared pants, and there was even a cute vintage-inspired tweed jumpsuit styled with a button-up blouse and cardigan. For a soft touch, the designer also supplied sweet peplum-embellished floral and striped dresses, plaid shirt dresses, and, for a little shine, black and gold brocade dresses and trousers. Read below for the complete breakdown, then check out the gallery to see the complete collection.

• Trends: Knee-length skirts, peplums, stripes, plaid.
• Colors: Gray, red, burgundy, brown, black.
• Key Piece: We loved the Mexican-inspired blazers and vests.
• Accessories: Wool fedora hats, oxfords, lace-up ankle boots, skinny belts, cozy tights, ankle-strap sandals.
• Who Would Wear It: Casual-cool girls like Kirsten Dunst and Alexa Chung.

>> Here's a look at some of the highlights from Steven Alan's Spring 2012 presentation, which kicked off New York Fashion Week at Pier 59 earlier this morning. Picnic-ready separates in gingham prints and cheery hues were punctuated by wide-brimmed hats, leather-braided flats, and highly-covetable colorblocked bags. Click through to see snapshots from the presentation, with full collection images coming soon.

UPDATE: Full collection images have been added.

Snapshots: Christina Perez, Collection: Courtesy of Steven Alan

Steven Alan stayed true to his classic cool aesthetic for Spring 2012, showing a collection filled with chic basics: cropped and wide-leg trousers, colorblocked tunic tops, and breezy plaid dresses. The presentation was a refreshing nod to classics with a twist thanks to modern details like a back seam slit and the most notable look, a perfectly tailored checked suit, equally fitting for a day at work — or relaxation in the Hamptons. Leather brogues, low-wedge wraparound sandals, and sweet simple satchels complete the classic cool collection. Get the quick lowdown below, then click the slideshow to see the rest of the collection.

Photo courtesy of Chi Diem Chau

We all aspire to look effortlessly chic every day, and while the concept sounds easy enough, execution is another story. In comes Steven Alan to the rescue; the designer has a knack for creating refreshing yet classic pieces that are guaranteed to help you look stylish all season long. For his Fall lookbook, the designer showed off his cool styling skills, pairing garnet-hued velvet skirts with cozy sweaters, polka-dot maxi dresses with booties, and wide-leg trousers with louche blouses. Also to note is Alan's quick, witty layering lessons like stacking a buttoned-up blouse underneath a sweater dress for instant polished prep and pairing a lighter dress with an anorak jacket, tights, booties, and beanie to create a Winter-appropriate ensemble. Read three more Fall styling looks below:

• Dress up a printed maxi dress with a blazer and felt hat.
• Give your look an instant twist with bold tights, like this horizontal-striped pair here, instead of the usual black tights.
• Pair scrunched socks with loafers for a quirky schoolgirl vibe.

Check out the slideshow to see the complete lookbook now.

With so many options in women's fashion, why is it so satisfying to shop the men's section? It's seductive to see a woman throw on her boyfriend's shirt and look utterly, and effortlessly, sexy. There's a confidence associated with a woman who can assert her femininity even when clothed in men's silhouettes. There's also the thing about the fit: it's not tailored to our body, and the boxiness adds a bit of mystery and je ne sais quoi. Here's what we're shopping from the men's — and in one instance, the boys'— section. Maybe it's time to play tomboy.

Photos courtesy of Greg Kessler

Right about now we start dreaming about Summers on a lake, riding bicycles with flower-filled baskets, and our gauzy, cottony, soft Summer clothes drying in the sun. Along comes Steven Alan's Spring lookbook, where each outfit totally fulfills our soft Summer fantasies. Peep through the slideshow of the best looks; which one is your favorite?

Day one of New York Fashion Week has come and gone so fast. But fret not, there's way more to come. While we await more fabulous Fall '11 collections, let's look back on the day's best looks. In this first bunch, you'll find little bit of bright pink from Jenni Kayne, a glam dress from St. John, a new take on evening wear via BCBGMaxazria, sheer at Luca Luca, and more. Click through to see Fab's top 10 looks from NYFW day one.

Steven Alan knows what the everyday girl wants for Fall 2011: classic cool pieces, comfy layers, and fun prints. His presentation gave us a cozy (and much-needed) rush thanks to the assortment of preppy with a twist looks. Crewneck sweaters layered with button-up shirts, velvet skirts, floral trousers, oversized blazer coats, and even chambray overalls made the cut, alluding to a fresh throwback vibe. His color wheel was all classic Fall choices, while small dot prints, and our favorite, a bold multicolored horizontal stripe pattern, added dimension to the collection.

• Trends: Longer hemlines, velvet separates, layering pieces, and boxy blazer coats.
• Colors: Wine, hunter green, bright blue, oatmeal, plum.
• Key Look: A bold multicolored horizontal stripe wool blazer coat.
• Accessories: Crushable floppy fedora hats, wedge and lace-up boots, ribbed tights, slouchy beanies, and small cross-body bags.
• Who Would Wear It: Chic prepsters looking for a cool twist on their everyday look.