Most people are on the fence about crochet; it either reminds you of the easy, bohemian sensibilities of hippie-cool style icons like Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks, or it calls to mind your grandma and her mystifying obsession with doilies. Though it may have folksy connotations, crochet doesn't have to be a total blast from the past — we love how a knit dress or pair of shorts looks over a Read more

The French word crochet literally means hook and refers to the instrument used to create the intricate knots of yarn or rope used in a crochet pattern. I'm sure many of you have memories of a grandmother crocheting, and while many patterns were definitely granny-style, as we've seen before, crochet is constantly being updated and modernized.We've rounded up some incredible crochet art, as well as Read more

Crochet can get sold short; for some, it conjures up memories of hippie-chic style icons like Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks, and for others, it can be a reminder of our Grandma's favorite pastime. Though it may have folksy connotations, crochet doesn't have to be a total blast from the past. Case in point: Rose Byrne — she recently hosted Zimmermann's Resort collection dinner wearing the Read more

To celebrate Father's Day, I wanted to feature an artist whose work honors masculinity while also turning it on its head. Crochet artist Nathan Vincent was raised in the Midwest and later attended art school in California before moving to New York City, where he found his true calling: questioning gender norms through working in a very cozy medium. Nathan explains, The works shown here focus on Read more

Etsy is one of my favorite places for fun, uncommon treasures — and when it comes to shopping for gifts, it's one of the first places on my list. I'm definitely eyeing this hand-crocheted clutch ($117) and funky feathered statement necklace ($65). If you're on the hunt for unique holiday finds for friends and family, look no further — Etsy has you covered. Click through for 15 fashionable Read more

With both cool-girl appeal and the prettiest white lace and crochet, Zara's May collection might best be characterized as an exercise in perfect boy-meets-girl dressing. The retailer artfully delivers the best of both worlds: the most feminine and sophisticated kind of separates, like a little lace waistcoat or a ladies-who-lunch tweed jacket, then a slouchy pair of tomboy-fit studded jeans and a Read more

The concept may be a bit old-fashioned, but what better beacon of Spring exists than a little girl decked out in her Easter bonnet? We've rounded up the sweetest hats — from traditional straw styles to crocheted cloches — as the perfect finishing touch for your daughter's holiday best. In the words of Irving Berlin, she'll "be the grandest lady in the Easter parade!" Read more

Victoria's Secret debuted their VS Swim Collection at the Thompson Hotel in Beverly Hills this morning with Angels Miranda Kerr and Candice Swanepoel dressed in bikinis. The brisk temperatures required an extra layer of clothing for Miranda and Candice, who slipped crochet tops over their bright two-piece swimsuits. We were on hand for the event and chatted with the ladies about the new swim Read more

I recently popped by Cara Corey's charming home in Richmond, CA, to chat with her about her life in California, her pouf-making business, and her future crafty and home plans. Cara is a fairly recent Midwest transplant and loves her newly chosen home, which she shares with her hubby and two pups. While Cara has worked as a reporter and editor in the past — as well as a yoga teacher — her Read more

Moschino Cheap & Chic channeled some of the more notable psychedelic '60s styles with an updated twist. Our favorite in the mod mix? Patchwork lace — it looks way prettier than it sounds — was pieced together into long-sleeved blouses, pencil skirts, and one totally covetable cocktail dress. Pair that retro vibe with military-inspired accents and an overarching beauty motif, and you've Read more