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J.Crew and CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Team Up Again (Updated!)

Come May 22, you can shop three J.Crew-exclusive collections, courtesy of 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner Greg Chait, of The Elder Statesman, and runners-up Tabitha Simmons and Jennifer Meyer.

Come May 22, you can shop three J.Crew-exclusive collections, courtesy of 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner Greg Chait, of The Elder Statesman, and runners-up Tabitha Simmons and Jennifer Meyer. This latest collaboration trifecta marks the third year in a row that J.Crew and the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund have teamed up to show off an emerging lineup of American designers, and to celebrate the trend, shoppers are getting a little treat.

Currently, you can sign up on jcrew.com to receive a link to snag the limited-edition collections on May 21 — a whole day earlier. In the meantime, here's your first look at the respective collections.

Jennifer Meyer

CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Winners Collaborating With J.Crew

The winner and runners-up of the 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund have created capsule collections for J.Crew that will launch later this month.

The winner and runners-up of the 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund have created capsule collections for J.Crew that will launch later this month.

The Elder Statesman's Greg Chait — who won this year's prize — Tabitha Simmons, and Jennifer Meyer have all created limited-edition products for the retailer, which will be available on J.Crew's website starting May 22. But on May 8, shoppers who can't wait that long will be able to sign up for access to shop the collaborations one day early.

J.Crew's collaborations with winners of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund are becoming a bit of a tradition. Last year, the brand played host to capsules from Joseph Altuzarra, Pamela Love, and Creatures of the Wind. In 2011, it sold exclusive wares from Prabal Gurung, Eddie Borgo, and Billy Reid.

Stay tuned for more details and pictures from this year's trio of capsule collections.

Above, Chait, Simmons, and Meyer. Photo courtesy of J.Crew

Shopping

10 Spring-Perfect Picks From Shoescribe's Megasale

Shoes, shoes, shoes — a girl can never have too many, right?

Shoes, shoes, shoes — a girl can never have too many, right? While that might be debatable, Shoescribe's megasale, featuring a load of irresistible designer options for your Spring wardrobe refresh, just might sway in your closet's favor. Touching on the season's hottest trends — metallics, texture, bold colors, and chic black and white — we can't help but do a little sweep for the best of the best. From Marc Jacobs to this gorgeous pair of Tabitha Simmons sandals, see and shop our top 10 picks from Shoescribe's sale, but hurry, sizes and quantities are limited!

Accessories

The Tabitha Simmons Resort 2013 Video Features Some Pretty Fancy Footwork

Dreary Winter weather got you down?

Dreary Winter weather got you down? This Tabitha Simmons video might just be the perfect pick-me-up. Featuring three cute-as-can-be shoe styles from the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner's Resort 2013 line and some pretty fancy footwork in the form of a major double Dutch session, it's got plenty to make you smile. Watch now and you'll see why.

Video by Craig McDean and Pascal Dangin, music by John Gosling. Shoes available at tabithasimmons.com.

Celebrity Style

See Which Celebrities Are Crushing on Tabitha Simmons's Insanely Chic Shoes!

From cool-girl ankle boots to flirty floral sandals, celebrities around the globe are turning to Tabitha Simmons's insanely chic shoes to take their spotlight-worthy looks to new heights.

From cool-girl ankle boots to flirty floral sandals, celebrities around the globe are turning to Tabitha Simmons's insanely chic shoes to take their spotlight-worthy looks to new heights. Miranda Kerr completed her all-black NYC ensemble with a pair of suede buckle ankle boots, Kate Bosworth amped up a little black dress with vibrant cutout sandals during New York Fashion Week, while Liv Tyler paired her menswear-inspired look with a red-hot ankle-strap pair at the Hobbit premiere in NYC. See who else is smitten with Tabitha Simmons's killer creations, then score a pair or two for yourself!

Celebrity Style

5 Covetable Celebrity Looks Worth Copying This Week

This week, our favorite celebrities worked dynamic color duos, sweet-cum-sexy styles, and festive ensembles fit for any holiday soiree.

This week, our favorite celebrities worked dynamic color duos, sweet-cum-sexy styles, and festive ensembles fit for any holiday soiree. And they inspired us to follow suit. We particularly loved Lauren Conrad's cheeky "Ho! Ho! Ho!" sweater, Kim Kardashian's plunging black jumpsuit, and Miranda Kerr's classy take on short leather shorts. Cruise through to see who else was crowned a CelebStyle top star, then shop their noteworthy looks, including exact pieces, for yourself.

Celebrity Style

Miranda Kerr Shows Her Limbs in Sheer Tights and Leather Shorts

Miranda Kerr strutted her long limbs on the streets of NYC wearing sheer black tights with black leather minishorts.

Miranda Kerr strutted her long limbs on the streets of NYC wearing sheer black tights with black leather minishorts. Up top the model sported a green Acne sweater ($306) and a black double-breasted Givenchy coat, then finished off her nighttime look with her black Givenchy bag and these Tabitha Simmons lace-up studded booties ($1,249). Next time you hit the town, mimic Miranda by pairing black sheer tights with your black leather shorts, then finishing off with a green sweater and a cozy black coat.

Celebrity Style

Miranda Kerr Pairs Her Quilted Jacket With a Floral Prada Tote

Miranda Kerr swapped yesterday's polished pairing for an edgier ensemble while toting her son, Flynn, around NYC.

Miranda Kerr swapped yesterday's polished pairing for an edgier ensemble while toting her son, Flynn, around NYC. The model layered a quilted Balenciaga leather jacket over a black top and Nobody skinny jeans, then slipped on a pair of badass Tabitha Simmons lace-up leather ankle boots for extra sass. The gorgeous mom completed her street style with a pair of Flint shades, a few dainty rings, and a floral Prada tote for a touch of feminine flair. If you love Miranda's latest NYC look as much as we do, shop similar pieces below.

Jennifer Fisher

2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Finalists Announced

The list of finalists who will compete for the 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has been released, and the 13 up-and-coming designers on it include Wes Gordon, Tabitha Simmons, and Suno's Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty.

The list of finalists who will compete for the 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has been released, and the 13 up-and-coming designers on it include Wes Gordon, Tabitha Simmons, and Suno's Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty. The contestants will start proving their mettle at the end of July, when they will present their collections to a panel of judges. Other challenges will include creating a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry for Tiffany & Co. and presenting a show in Los Angeles. The work is worth it: last year's winner Joseph Altuzarra took home a prize of $300,000, while runners-up Pamela Love and Creatures of the Wind's Shane Gabier and Christopher Peters were given $100,000. Winners of the competition are also appointed talented mentors — Diane von Furstenberg, David Neville, and Marcus Wainwright have worked with winners in the past. This year's winner and runners-up will be announced in November. Below, a look at which designers are in the running.

  • Andrea Lieberman — A.L.C.
  • Greg Armas — Assembly New York
  • Sofia Sizzi — Giulietta
  • Justin Salguero, Daniel Silberman, and Alina Silberman — Illesteva
  • Jennifer Fisher — Jennifer Fisher Jewelry
  • Jennifer Meyer Maguire — Jennifer Meyer
  • Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty — Suno
  • Tabitha Simmons — Tabitha Simmons
  • Greg Chait — The Elder Statesman
  • Wes Gordon — Wes Gordon

Photo: Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty attend the 2011 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund awards dinner.

Victoria Beckham

Sarah Burton Takes Home the Big Prize at the 2011 British Fashion Awards

>> This evening at London's Savoy Theatre, a who's who of British fashion gathered for The British Fashion Council's annual awards.
2011 British Fashion Awards

>> This evening at London's Savoy Theatre, a who's who of British fashion gathered for The British Fashion Council's annual awards. Victoria Beckham, accepting her Designer Brand of the Year award from presenter Marc Jacobs, told the crowd, "I am SO nervous," before shedding a few tears and adding: "This is rubbish." Alexa Chung, who took home the British Style award — which is decided by a public vote — dedicated her award to "girls who dress like awkward boys." Kate Hudson, presenting Red Carpet Award to Stella McCartney, regaled the audience with an anecdote about the dress McCartney designed for her to wear to her first Oscars: "I wore Stella and made every worst-dressed list. The next day, I called Stella, and she said, 'Face it babe, it was the hair.'" And finally, Sarah Burton, who took home Designer of the Year, called the award "the icing on the cake for what has been an amazing year."

The full list of winners, below.

Designer of the Year: Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

Menswear Designer of the Year: Kim Jones
Accessory Designer of the Year: Charlotte Dellal for Charlotte Olympia
Designer Brand of the Year: Victoria Beckham
Model of the Year: Stella Tennant
Emerging Talent, Womenswear: Mary Katrantzou
Emerging Talent, Menswear: Christopher Raeburn
Emerging Talent, Accessories: Tabitha Simmons
New Establishment Award: Christopher Kane
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator: Sam Gainsbury, Gainsbury and Whiting
Red Carpet Award: Stella McCartney
Outstanding Achievement in Fashion Award: Paul Smith
British Style Award: Alexa Chung