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See Gisele, Karolina, and More Models Backstage at Alexander Wang

BellaSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:44:53 PST

Alexander Wang is no longer the new kid on the style block, and this season, he cast some of the biggest names in modeling: Joan Smalls, Liu Wen, Gisele Bundchen, Karolina Kurkova, Shalom Harlow, and more. They sported a beauty look that was easy, wearable and slightly tomboyish - something that works equally well on the runway or the sidewalk. Check out our video for a sneak peek at Alexander's newest nail polish collaboration with Sally Hansen, plus so much more from behind the scenes.

See Gisele Bundchen and Karolina Kurkova's Style at the Alexander Wang Show

FabSugar — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15:18:21 PST

As much as we adore seeing our favorite models glammed up and styled for the runway, it's their off-duty style that inspires us daily! We spotted top models Gisele Bundchen and Karolina Kurkova backstage at the Alexander Wang show in effortlessly cool outfits - take a look! On Allison McNamara: Rebecca Taylor coat, H&M blouse. Hair and makeup courtesy of Kérastase.

Alexander Wang Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19:42:08 PST

Alexander Wang staged a dark and dramatic show tonight at Pier 94, setting the mood for a high-impact show complete with a tricky "runway" configuration, strategically placed mirrors, and our favorite highlight of the night, a surprise appearance from Gisele Bundchen. "I personally think he's a great guy, a great person, and he's always so sincere," said Bundchen. "He asked me and I'm very happy that I was able to be here." The show kicked off with a vast array of structured, lacquered wool coats paired with laser-cut fishnet turtlenecks - pulled over part of the face to look like a mask - and waxed suede manipulated to look like leather. The latter was used to create black- and oxblood-hued military-inspired dresses and sexy front-slit skirts. Then came the fringe, thus far a burgeoning trend on the Fall runways, juxtaposed on crisp collared shirtdresses and tops. The surprise closer of the evening featured top models like Karolina Kurkova and Bundchen facing the mirrors - then peeling off their half-masks. Mystifying? Yes, but there's no confusion when it comes to Wang and his modern way of thinking.

Trends: Lacquer, laser-cut details, fringe.
Colors: Black, oxblood, white.
Key Piece: A cropped hoodie jacket, leather minidress, any of the botanical ombré pieces.
Accessories: Lacquered and leather knee-high boots, stacked ankle boots, leather gloves, leather duffel bags, small crossbody bags.
Who Would Wear It: Downtown girls like Alexa Chung, Zoe Kravitz, and Erin Wasson.

Slide Right Into Spring's Sporty Trend; Here's How!

Allison McNamara — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:52:38 PST

Sporty looks dominated the runways at Alexander Wang, Rag & Bone, and Marc by Marc Jacobs, inspiring us to test out this trend ourselves! So we headed to Barneys New York in Beverly Hills to show you how to slide right into athletic-infused outfits this season. Whether you prefer a pair of chic running shorts, some updated track pants, or a sexy neoprene bodysuit, we've got something for everyone in today's Currently Trending!

Diane Kruger and Karolina Kurkova Do Skirts Over Dresses - Is It Wearable?

Hannah Weil — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:27:29 PST

It's not unlike Diane Kruger to be among the first to start a fashion-forward trend. The style setter joined Karolina Kurkova to take skirts over dresses off the runways and into reality. While Karolina opted for Alexander Wang's Pre-Fall '12 look at a Jay-Z concert, Diane Kruger embraced the trend in her 10 Crosby by Derek Lam florals and stripes at the Berlin International Film Festival. Every season, we're introduced to new styling techniques and while fashion is all about experimentation, we're wondering: do you think the designers' new layering techniques translate well into real-life fashion? Would you ever do the skirt-over-dress thing?

Karolina Kurkova Slips Into Alexander Wang Pre-Fall - Love It or Leave It?

Hannah Weil — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:31:06 PST

If you caught a glimpse of Karolina Kurkova at last night's Jay-Z concert at Carnegie Hall, you might have been wondering: what exactly was she wearing? It looked like the supermodel slipped a leather skirt over her sweater dress, but upon closer inspection, we discovered that the look is actually all one piece. In fact, the dress is a piece from Alexander Wang's latest Pre-Fall 2012 collection. It's a bold style for sure - one that we're still convinced looks a little like a miniskirt pulled over a sheer and knit sweater dress - but we're letting you make the call. What do you think of Karolina's look?

Runway Retrospective: Alexander Wang

FabSugar — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:00:29 PST

Ever wonder how your favorite designers started? Fashion Week is almost upon us, so we're prepping with a study of some of the top American designers.

By now, the Wang girl is totally iconic; it's hard to imagine the world without Alexander Wang's vision of the downtown, edgy-cool chick. While urban street style existed before 2007, Alex Wang took it and refined it into something so insanely chic and wearable that every girl wants a piece, whether it's his slouchy denim, killer bags, or body-conscious dresses. Today, Alexander Wang is a global brand and one of the first places you look for something not so much sweet and pretty as utterly cool. Take a look back with this runway retrospective of Alexander Wang's relatively short - but unstoppable - career, and stay tuned for our full report on his upcoming Fall 2012 collection, taking place on February 11 during New York Fashion Week.

Celeb Style: Miranda Kerr's Travel Chic

Hannah Weil — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:45:07 PST

The jet bridge might as well have been a runway as Miranda Kerr made her way through the Tokyo airport. The supermodel showed off another one of her covetable ensembles, styling up a pair of statement booties and a quilted leather jacket with ease. A graphic-print scarf furthers the effortless vibe, while a pair of oversize shades and a studded Alexander Wang bucket bag up the cool factor. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel Miranda's cool-girl style.

ASOS Collarless Quilted Leather Jacket - $214.86	23110 Maria - $200.00
KORS Michael Kors Marianna - $375.00	Alexander Wang Diego textured-leather bucket bag - $825.00
James Perse Black S/S Deep V-Neck Rib T-Shirt - $85.00	Ottotredici 'Viola' scarf - Sold Out
Square Frame Plastic Sunglasses - $32.00

The Latest Covetable Looks From Pre-Fall 2012 - Alexander McQueen, Lanvin, Louis Vuitton, and More

Marisa Tom — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:35:45 PST

Retro throwbacks, tailored perfection, and soft feminine references - pre-Fall '12 is a beautiful blend of structured shapes and unexpected girlie details. Lanvin delivered deliberately unfinished embellishments like exposed dart seams and raw edges, while Givenchy revived its "greatest hits" prints (think tropics and rottweiler motifs), and Sarah Burton traveled back in time to the '60s English countryside to whip up a cool equestrian-inspired McQ collection. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. We're obsessed with Carven's nod to mod silhouettes, Derek Lam's focus on detachable mink collars, and Versace's Studio 54 vibe, too. It's a pre-season worth poring over, so get to it. Click through to see even more inspired looks and gorgeous accessories from Pre-Fall 2012.

Source: WWD

Rock a Faux Fur Vest Like Nicole Richie and Rihanna!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:30:45 PST

A luxe faux fur vest is a necessity in every Winter wardrobe. We've seen trendsetters like Nicole Richie, Rihanna, and Rachel Roy incorporate this furry layering pieces into their outfits - so we headed to Nordstrom at The Grove to style three different versions of the coveted-cool faux fur vest. Whether you prefer traditional, cropped, or colored, we have a vest for everyone in this installment of Currently Trending. On Allison: Theyskens Theory top, Proenza Schouler skirt, JewelMint necklace.