Time to raid your hippie aunt in Big Sur's jewelry box. And who would have thought Jessica Alba to be the naturally stoned necklace type of gal? Her chunky metal and stone necklace wears well with her loose neutral hues, but you can also glam up a raw necklace with a sexy sundress or cool onesie. It does send a message of laid back, nature lovin' lady, and to that I say: right on. Read more

Marchesa strikes again — this time on Anna Kendrick in a fabulously funky swirl of midnight leopard and sequin details. And, before we proceed, let's talk about the shoes: canary yellow Jimmy Choo "Mendez" platform sandals. If Anna's frock had any more flashy sequins it could have been overkill with the spicy shoes. Instead, we have a lesson in balance. Give allover sequins a rest, and try a Read more

Emmanuelle Chriqui knows high fashion doesn't have to come at a high price. Case in point: the actress attended the Ann Taylor Loft event in LA looking sporty yet refined in her Loft duds. Her silky pants played a key role in getting it all right. This textile is effortlessly sophisticated, and the loose fit furthers the casual luxe vibe. Want a funkier vibe? Experiment with patterns and baggier Read more

My closet is cardigan central, but I have yet to come across a sheer cardigan that walks the fine line between girlie and sporty. This Brunello Cucinelli Striped Gauze Cardigan ($745) is perfect in every way, except for the price. I can't justify paying that much for a sweater, no matter how much I love it. Moving on . . . To see the look for less, read more Read more

Fab's a huge advocate of the ever-so-calculated disheveled chic look. While some scoff at the layers and mismatched pieces, we revel in them. We love how Ally Hilfiger created her own messy masterpiece with a striped shirt dress, trench, tights, and platform pumps. Hone in on her striped frock: not only do the vertical lines add length, they also evoke a posh, preppy feel — even when wrinkled. Read more