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Battle of the Catwalk: Stampede vs. Solo Strut

Melody Nazarian — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 11:06:10 PST

I remember it like it was yesterday - when Dolce & Gabbana's Spring '10 models stampeded down the catwalk, I was mesmerized. One model is great, but a herd of them? Stunning. Likewise, at the TCN show at Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week yesterday, another stampede took place (top left), albeit much more modest than Dolce & Gabbana's. It might not have been as powerful in number, but it still had the same wowing effect. But not every designer is into the catwalk stampede - while it's fun to look at, it makes it harder to focus on the specific pieces. So tell me, which do you prefer - the stampede or solo strut? Vote below.

FABTV: Kate Moss Catwalk Compilation

FabSugar — Wed, 21 May 2008 06:00:22 PDT

Kate Moss is one of the shortest famous models at 5'6 1/2. Really only Devon Aoki is shorter at 5'5. Still, her uniquely gorgeous face and waif body put her on countless catwalks in the '90s. These days, we get no shortage of Kate in ad campaigns, but I've missed her dearly on the runway. Here, she struts her stuff on the runways of Anna Sui, Bella Freud, and Versace to Led Zeppelin's "Kashmir." Ferocious! Anything she lacks in height she makes up for with her flirty demeanor and sexy dancing. One of my favorite tidbits is when Kate looks down and quickly up at the camera in a shy but sensual way. Oh, and take note of how back in the '90s, photographers used to be runway-side. Much more glamorous, right?

Model Vs. Gravity: Round Two

GiggleSugar — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 04:00:00 PST

We first saw it on ANTM and here we go again: supermodel slip n' slide. That's gotta hurt...

The Spring Runway Trend That Was Meant to Ruffle Feathers

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 17 May 2012 12:53:51 PDT

The feathers were most definitely flying on the runways for Spring, and designers made it abundantly clear that a little touch of plumage can go a long way. At Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs showed an innocent young debutante, flitting about in frothy feather-trim dresses and candy-colored pencil skirts, while Ralph Lauren's runway spotlighted full-blown Great Gatsby-era opulence, giving way to beaded gowns and marabou toppers. Not only were feathers a huge runway trend, but they've been taking off on the red carpet too - just recently at the 2012 Met Gala, style stars like Diane Kruger, Kate Bosworth, and Beyoncé all sported gorgeous gowns fitted with the fluffy stuff, proving that feathers can look fun, flirty, and ultimately glamorous. The best news of all? A feathered dress, skirt, or a bit of feather trim on a top can be incredibly wearable for day or night. We're giving you a head start on trying the trend by rounding up 10 of our favorite feathered pieces for Spring. Click through to see and shop them all now.

Brave Enough to Bare (Almost) All? Shop Spring's Sheer Pants Trend Now

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 PDT

From slightly transparent to fully sheer, Springs runways were rife with barely there bottoms (just see the varying looks above from Vera Wang, Rachel Zoe, and Badgley Mischka). Let's be real: it's not the easiest trend to pull off - but with the right top, shoes, and self-confidence level, there are definitely ways to make this look work for the everyday. Whether you try skintight lace, like at Vera Wang, or wide-leg palazzos á la Rachel Zoe, just be sure to pair your breezy sheer pants with a solid top, preferably one with a higher neckline or otherwise modest fit so as not to enter overly skin-baring territory. Keep things simple accessory-wise: think pretty flat sandals, a gold chain, and a crossbody bag. We're especially excited to try a sheer pair of pants over a bikini, in place of a wrap or cover-up. If you're feeling brave too, just click through the widget below to shop some of our sheer pant picks.

Shop Spring's Irresistible Punchout Trend - Perforated Details

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:56:45 PDT

Each season it seems as though there's a new take on sheer styles, and for Spring 2012, your usual see-through pieces have that extra something special: a modern mix between full-on mesh and classic cutouts. The laser-cut look is huge this year, and we spotted perforated details on many a Spring runway. From shoes to bags, dresses to shorts, designers offered up lightweight, breathable pieces, which can take on a sporty or sexy vibe, depending on how you wear it. Designers like Alexander Wang and Rag & Bone showed athletic webbed anoraks over leggings, while Cynthia Rowley, Altuzarra, and Fendi opted for fitted, clean-cut perforated leather mixed in with basic styles. Ready to get in on the trend? We've rounded up 15 perforated pieces that will give you a sleek, airy look for Spring. Click through now to shop them all.

The Life Aquatic: Go Under the Sea With Spring's Soft Mermaid Vibe

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:44:43 PDT

It looks like we'll be traveling under the sea for Spring 2012 - if the runways at Versace, Chanel, Jenny Packham, and Givenchy were any indication, the deep-sea fantasies from your childhood have been given a sexy, grown-up spin, and the results are pure magic. The trend isn't overdone with obvious fishtail hems or ripples of blue, but rather with clean, subtle nods to the ebbs and flows of the ocean - just see Jenny Packham's long, lithe silhouettes, Donatella Versace's seahorse-print separates, Givenchy's pretty pailettes, and the pearl-encrusted looks at Chanel (lest we forget Florence Welch performing in a giant clamshell on the runway). Not feeling all-over fish scales? You can still achieve the look in small doses with a pretty coral necklace, a delicate lace top, or layers of pearl chains. Click below to shop some of our absolute favorite mermaid-inspired pieces for Spring.

Edge Up Your Ladylike Look: Shop Spring's Coolest Printed Pencil Skirts

Marisa Tom — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 12:42:26 PDT

If you're taking Spring's affinity for all things ladylike to heart, then surely you've taken stock of the season's most shoppable ultrafeminine silhouettes. From dainty collar details to full-skirted dresses, it's all about indulging our girlier side. To keep this trend fresh and just a little bit funky, we've honed in on the form-flattering pencil skirt - scouting out the prettiest, and some of the boldest, printed versions we could find. Dolce & Gabbana sent vibrant veggie-themed skirts down the runway, Prada fired up its leather-infused pencil shape with flames emblazoned on the hem, and Peter Pilotto took bright to the next level with its plethora of cool digital print iterations. The fun, and sometimes fantastical, designs do the work for you, so styling's super simple - just add slick heels and a breezy topper. Want to snag your perfect printed pencil skirt? Shop our top picks in the slideshow now.

15 Super Cute Bows Worth Wearing This Spring

Marisa Tom — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:30:17 PDT

Bows are no longer just for the frill-seekers. The Spring 2012 runways - namely Miu Miu, Valentino, Viktor & Rolf, and Carven - have proven that these sweetly twisted knots are the perfect flirty accent for any serious style-setter. To this point, it's less about the overtly girlie Little Bo Peep fluff and more about the subtle ways in which we can show off a romantic detail without going overboard. From bow-infused clutches to silky tie-front blouses, it's easy to incorporate this ladylike offshoot into your day-to-day wardrobe. Whether you find inspiration straight from the catwalk or look to celebs like Emily Blunt, seen in cool Gianvito Rossi bow-tie pumps, and Sarah Jessica Parker, who recently wore a Spring '02 Louis Vuitton frock cinched with a bow sash, there's certainly a happy styling medium for the bow-inclined. To get you started, click through to see our editors' picks - and shop your favorite iterations now.

Rules Were Made to Be Broken: Pair Navy and Black For a Cool Spring Look

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:57:37 PDT

Let's discuss one of the oldest fashion rules in the book: don't wear black and navy together, or you shall be shunned from the style community and left in the middle of Lincoln Center to be publicly humiliated (we made that last part up, but you see where we're going here). The oft-ridiculed pairing was pulled off on Spring runways from Lanvin, Victoria Beckham, Stella McCartney, and more and has been road-tested by style mavens like Alexa Chung and Chloë Moretz. The look is absurdly easy to achieve - it can be as simple as pairing a navy tank with black jeans, tucking a black tee into a navy pencil skirt, or just wearing black tights with your favorite navy dress. No matter how you try it, the trick is to keep your navy truly navy - if it's dangerously close to being black, it'll just look like you got dressed in the dark (unless, of course, you really did get dressed in the dark, in which case we can't help you). Ready to break the rules? Just click below to shop our favorite navy and black pieces - happy shopping!