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Trend Alert: A No Fuss Black Coat

FabSugar — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:00:22 PST

The holidays are when you wear your most Fab garb. You're buttoned and bundled up. I have an arsenal of festive wear I better get wearing! But isn't the key to looking good looking effortless? Easy fix: When running out the door - dress, hair, makeup, jewelry, shoes, all in perfect placement - just grab an even slightly wrinkled no fuss black coat and keep running. You'll appear to the party slightly disheveled, but in the best way. See Cameron and America? They showed up at the same event in theirs, both looking polished, but not too perfect. And Jennifer, well, she let her legs and frilly Valentino dress peek out from under hers. No fuss, no problems.

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Nicholas K Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:00:33 PST

Nancy Sinatra's epic "Bang Bang," set the mood for Nicholas Kunz's Fall Nicholas K collection. Inspired by the Taos artists in the '20s and '30s, Kunz imagined a line bursting with Western influence - we loved all of the cool Stetson-inspired hats - and a dash of deco. Fringe was heavily prevalent, making its way onto geometric leather jackets, sheer crochet dresses, and for a vintage touch, metallic fringed flapper dresses. For eveningwear, Kunz showed off her signature draping technique on a variety of gorgeous sexy bias-cut dresses and fluid tops. The outerwear category also shined: parka jackets came complete with inner straps (so the coat can hang just off the shoulders), structured leather jackets highlighted by luxe fur collars, and the closing look featured an undeniably slick black asymmetric leather and canvas zippered coat. More details below.

Trends: Western influence, fringe, parka jackets, crochet detailing.
Colors: Desert sand, gray, black, army green, sienna.
Key Piece: We loved the simple yet sexy sheer asymmetric and draped dresses; outerwear showed amazing structural pieces.
Accessories: Wedge platform boots, knee-high boots, leather harness vests, Western-inspired hats, turtle shell necklaces.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who like the utilitarian look with slight, modern edge.

Richard Chai Love Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:29:44 PST

Inspired by the idea of "handsome femininity," Richard Chai showed a Fall collection that was simultaneously simple, yet statement-making. “I didn’t want to do anything that was tricky,” Chai told The New York Times. “I didn’t want to create looks that were just for the show. I wanted it to be approachable and believable, but also be really aspirational. At the end of the day, it’s pieces that I want people to wear.” Chai's boy-meets-girl vision was interpreted into gorgeous slim-fit striped trousers, structured oversized blazers and coats, cozy knits, blanket-stripe coats, and moody florals. The latter was cut into diaphanous sheer skirts, corduroy pants, and jackets, adding a feminine streak to his city-slicker style. Furthermore, his outerwear was something to contend with; Chai's selection of oversized structured jackets and coats were perfectly tailored and ideal for topping off just about any Fall look.

Trends: Menswear, painterly florals, blanket stripes, boxy blazers and coats.
Colors: Dark red, pinks, gray, black, navy blue, brown.
Key Piece: We loved the multi-colored blanket-stripe dress and trousers.
Accessories: Black ankle booties and lace-up boots.
Who Would Wear It: Downtown girls looking to add a menswear-inspired touch to their look, like Olivia Palermo.

BCBG Runway Fall 2012

Noria Morales — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:15:43 PST

An architectural aesthetic, specifically Bauhaus style, rules for BCBG's Fall 2012 collection. Structure manifested itself via colorblocking, but it was done on fluid silk chiffon shift dresses, so the effect was a pretty blend of strong forms on flowy silhouettes. The geometric shapes created by bold color combos - black and orange, merlot and blush - were intensified with textural plays like sheer insets and clever pleating that made dresses look magically fluid and sharp at the same time. To counter the collection's emphasis on lightweight materials like silk and chiffon, it also sent cozy outerwear down the runway - we have mixed emotions on the return of gorilla-armed coats, but the multicolor fur vests and canvas and leather trenches were artful choices for next season. The minimalist approach to geometric forms and bold color combinations, together with the flowy silhouettes, make for clothes that are ideal to wear to a gallery opening.

Trends: Colorblocking, fur, architectural detail, Bauhaus.
Colors: Merlot, blush, camel, cream, navy, coral, teal.
Key Piece: The canvas and leather trench coat; the super-cool pleated dresses with tulle inserts.
Accessories: Open-toe ankle-strap sandals, bags with contrasting textures like snake and suede.
Who Would Wear It: Erin Wasson was in the front row, but the structured, urbane collection seems more suited to Naomi Watts or Thandie Newton.

Rachel Comey Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:30:27 PST

Rachel Comey showed us her sophisticated side for Fall '12, streamlining her usual quirk factor with a modern, refreshing twist. "Normally for Fall we dive into print and pattern and color," said Comey. "This time, I pulled all of that out and cleared the air." With that in mind, the designer showcased laser-cut cotton dresses and wool felt tops, digital-print knee-length skirts, pretty prints, and shiny boxy leather tops. Color pops included an oversized bright orange coat and dress and even a heart-print dress doused in hot pink. Comey's shoes, a cult favorite amongst many, included quirky-cool black-and-white cap-toe loafers, flatforms, and chunky ankle boots. To finish, Comey closed out the show with an array of cocktail-appropriate black dresses, ranging from a simple, slinky halter-neck LBD to a shimmering full-skirted version. More details on the collection below.

Trends: Laser-cut tops, full-skirt dresses, metallic, digital and watercolor prints.
Colors: Black, gray, hot pink, bright orange.
Key Piece: Rachel's laser-cut tops and dresses exuded a light structural quality we can't wait to try on come Fall '12.
Accessories: Black-and-white cap-toe loafers, flatform boots, clear plastic skinny belts, sheer metallic socks.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who crave quirky yet sophisticated pieces like Kate Bosworth, Whitney Port, and Leighton Meester.

Victoria Beckham Goes Posh in Plaid En Route to New York Fashion Week

Allison McNamara — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:19:29 PST

We always love a good airport-chic ensemble, and Victoria Beckham's outfit at LAX yesterday definitely made the cut. She opted for a short-sleeve maroon sweater by Miu Miu, which she paired with a navy plaid skirt. She polished it off with black tights, superhigh booties, and her daughter Harper Seven in her arms! Victoria made her way to NYC from LA to get ready to show two collections at Fashion Week, Victoria Beckham and Victoria Victoria Beckham. We can't wait to see what she puts on the catwalk for Fall 2012! On Allison McNamara: Isabel Marant sweater, Rebecca Taylor coat.

Reese Witherspoon Brings a Chic Look Out in London

Lauren Turner — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:55:15 PST

Reese Witherspoon covered up in a black coat as she left Claridge's hotel in London yesterday. She traveled to the UK to premiere This Means War with her costars Tom Hardy and Chris Pine ahead of the movie's Valentine's Day release in that country and the US. Reese wore a sparkly green Louis Vuitton dress for the event and posed for the cameras next to her leading men. She's had girls time during her overseas stay, too, since she popped up in Paris last week with friends. Reese and her pals went shopping and were spotted jogging around the city before Reese made the trip to England.

Trendspotting: Not-So-Classic Oxford Collars

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:00:22 PST

With all this recent talk about the oxford comma, we thought we'd shine some light on another very important oxford: the oxford collar. We saw the menswear-inspired look in the Spring and Resort collections at Louis Vuitton, Carven and Jason Wu, as well as on some supremely styled celebs - Rose Byrne paired her polka-dot collared shirt with slim-fitting black pants and pumps for a movie screening, while Jamie Chung stepped out at Sundance in a cool leopard pullover over a collared shirt and colored jeans. Finally, Fearne Cotton walked the streets of London in a laid-back chambray tunic-style top with black leggings and a cozy knit coat. She also put a hipster-cool spin on the trend by adding a necklace on top of her tee - an unexpected look that adds a sweet bit of edge. Get prepped by shopping our oxford collar picks below now.

Equipment Hibiscus Silk Signature Shirt - $394.35	Equipment Shirt Brett Slim Fit One Pocket Collar Tip - $411.81
Madewell Shrunken Oxford Shirt - $60.00	Thom Browne / Round Collar Oxford Shirt - $375.00
ASOS Stripe Contrast Collar Shirt - $62.67	Closed Navy plaid top - $190.00
Ted Baker Color Block Detail Silk Shirt - $213.07	Oxford Button-Down Shirt - $175.00
Combo Button Collar Shirt In Navy - Sold Out	A.P.C. / Boyfriend Shirt - Sold Out
Boutique By Jaeger Oxford Work Shirt with Short Sleeve - $143.24	Boy. By Band Of Outsiders Cropped Shirt - $260.00
ASOS Fitted Shirt with Textured Panel - $53.72	Equipment 'Bailey' Contrast Cuff & Collar Shirt - $218.00
Finders Keepers Cropped Lace Shirt - $134.29	Tibi Blush Leather Trim Silk Shirt - $635.25
Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Wool Jersey Shirt with Silk Woven Contrast Collar - $599.82	Antipodium Cotton Shirt in Gingham with Collar Tips - Sold Out

Books Smarts At Home

Kelly Schwarze — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:10:36 PST

Not-so-secret confession time: we're major bookworms around here. Whether it's a how-to on improving Photoshop skills (riveting, really) or catching up on Game of Thrones, it's likely that our nose is stuck in a book. Hence, this wall bookmark will find an immediate and permanent place in our homes.

Perfect for a bedside wall, the decoration comes coated in black, white, or orange paint, and ensures a book gets the artful spotlight it deserves while conveniently holding your place at chapter three. Assuming you still read actual books, that is.

I Love Your ShopStyle: Lingerie-Inspired Luxe

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:30:11 PST

ShopStylist Fassionista channels a boudoir-pretty mood with lacy details, luxe furs, and sexy studded Valentino pumps. Her use of sweet pinks and chic blacks set a feminine tone that simultaneously exudes girlie sex appeal and also hints at something darker. We think the lingerie-inspired dress paired with a cozy cocoon coat has just the right amount of Winter sass; while the bow drop earrings, light pink shoulder bag, and pendant necklace add a hint of girlie innocence. To finish off the look, spritz yourself with seductive and own this ladylike getup.

Coats at La Garçonne
Necklaces by Nicole Romano

La Garconne Moderne / Vintage Cocoon Coat - $1,325.00	La Perla Lace-trimmed perforated leather corset dress - Sold Out
Valentina by Valentino Eau de Parfum - £40.00	Large Quilted Cross Body Bag - Sold Out
Valentino studded pump - £549.00	Betsey Johnson "Iconic" Pink Crystal Bow Long Drop Earrings - Sold Out
Nicole Romano Pewter Bead Long Strand Necklace - $310.00

Theory Britini Trench- Black - Sold Out	Hilary Radley Hilary Radley New York black wool blend belted trench - Sold Out
Priorities black poly-blend 'Sophia' trapeze coat - Sold Out	Silk Trench Coat - Sold Out
MICHAEL Michael Kors - M72343LL Satin Trench (Black) - Sold Out	Maria Trench - Sold Out
Soft trench coat - Sold Out	Wool Trench Coat - Sold Out
Mike & Chris Melforde Double Breasted Fleece Trench with Zip-Out Hood in Black - Sold Out	Ligne 6 Martin Margiela Elastic Neckline Trench - Sold Out