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First Look! LOFT Fall 2012 Offers Up Bold Prints, Pretty Pleats, and Pretty Pumps - All Under $150

Marisa Tom — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:41 PDT

LOFT, also known as Ann Taylor's younger, super-independent sister, is taking its Fall 2012 collection for a youthfully chic spin, offering up countless ways to master the "art of print" with cool takes on classic pieces and covet-worthy accessories. Divided into four stylized apartments - think artsy style setter, sleek Francophile, sophisticated lady about town, and polished bohemian - LOFT's autumnal lineup showed off everything from chunky knits and nude suede booties to silky polka-dot printed blouses paired with equally patterned trousers. We spotted slick tortoise shell bow-tie belts, metallic snakeskin satchels, tribal-inspired statement necklaces, and softer than soft scarves just waiting to be draped around your neck. The best part? These pieces are totally affordable; nothing's priced over $150 and most pieces are under $75. Keep clicking to take a closer look at LOFT's complete Fall '12 line.

First Look! Over 80 Photos of Ann Taylor's Cool French-Girl-Inspired Fall 2012 Preview

Marisa Tom — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:29:34 PDT

For Fall 2012, Ann Taylor's head designer Lisa Axelson crossed the pond and took to the banks of the Seine, to the cozy-chic cafés of Montmartre, and to the gardens of the Tuileries. The result? An autumnal collection not only reminiscent of her travels, but also totally inspired by la femme jolie. Apart from the brand's signature animal-print wares (this time, in a digital dalmatian iteration), we spotted pretty peplum tops paired with colorful pencil skirts and patterned trousers with striped blouses for the Parisian girl on the go; '60s boxy gamine peacoats and styled and cropped fur capes with retro tweed separates fit for the refined fashionista; and an ethereal capsule of black-and-white wedding pieces for the bride-to-be. On the accessories front, Ann Taylor proved its cool-girl status with a plethora of covetable cold-weather must haves, showing off leather two-toned crossbody bags, printed calf-hair ankle boots, pointy T-strap heels, slick bow-tie belts, and bold-hued felt fedoras. Want to see what else Ann Taylor has in store for Fall? Just click the slideshow to see over 80 photos of the new collection.

Winter Kate and House of Harlow's Fall Lookbook Shows Off an Updated Take on '60s Cool

Marisa Tom — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:37:00 PDT

Fall may seem like a far-off cry from the season in bloom, but we couldn't help but take a peek (and lust over) Nicole Richie's latest Winter Kate and House of Harlow autumnal wares. With Richie's signature brand of bohemian-luxe style ever present, we were delighted to note an edgier (read: rich jewel tones, plush velvet textures, and slick lasercut details) vibe in place. The collection is chock-full of '60s-inspired pieces - sheer herringbone blouses, wide-leg pants, and a plethora of oversize round sunglasses to start - that evoke a structured, geometric retro feel (hello Mad Men!) more than ever. Come chillier temps, we can't wait to rock an eclectic House of Harlow bone-wrap cuff with one of Winter Kate's vintage-looking pencil dresses. To tide us all over, we've pulled our top three looks below, then make sure to check out the rest of the Fall '12 looks in the slideshow.

Winter whites are a cold-weather staple, and to prove our point, we'll be wearing this ultrasheer white maxi dress with a quirkier set of accessories.
It's all about the Swinging Sixties for Fall '12, and what better way to capture the essence of that stylish era than with a distinct geometric print.
Update your floral obsession with an antiqued rose-print sheath - it's ladylike, sophisticated, and will look great against a luxe faux fur coat.

See by Chloé Fall 2012

Noria Morales — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:00:23 PST

For its Fall 2012 collection, See by Chloé presented its first runway show in Paris today, and being the modern line that it is, it did the presentation digitally, showing on the Chloé website this morning. It was a collection meant to be seen in movement, as the opening looks were all about flow - diaphanous fabrics cut into draped tops, silky pants, and soft dresses that fluttered on the models. Ideal Spring dresses now, they make for a soft contrast later with Winter knits and coats. It was all about effortless chic - a pert peacoat was done in rusty wide wale cord and worn over a bodysuit; a black asymmetric skirt was paired with a superbly cut black blazer. Blouson sleeves returned, a romantic touch on casually draped tops and dresses. It's a collection you can build a wardrobe on, and that's exactly the point of Chloé's little sister line, no?

Trends: Draped silks, slouchy pants, blouson sleeves, wide wale corduroy
Colors: Lime green, olive green, red, black, white, taupe.
Key Piece: Any of the draped dresses, tops, and silky pants; the rust peacoat.
Accessories: Pointy-toe booties; small bowling bags.
Who Would Wear It: The cool downtown girl - you know this fills the closets of women like Rachel Bilson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Alexa Chung.

The Top Trends From New York Fashion Week

FabSugar — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:44:51 PST

We've spent the better part of the last week (OK, the whole part of the last week) absorbing the trends from the Fall 2012 runway shows at New York Fashion Week. Major American designers including Jason Wu, Joseph Altuzarra, and Zac Posen injected an exotic global vibe to Fall, while the runways at Rag & Bone and Marc Jacobs showed us two new perspectives on layering that happened to be completely different. We saw the rise of orange, the dominance of red leather, and the return of wide belts (better to create those hourglass figures, my dear). If you're looking for the top trends of New York Fashion Week, you've come to the right place. Click to see our complete roundup of New York Fashion Week's top trends.

How to Wear a Black Pencil Skirt From Day to Night!

Allison McNamara — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:30:12 PST

A black pencil skirt is a wardrobe staple and can be worn for so many different occasions. A few of our favorite runways, including Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, and Fendi, showed fresh ways to wear the pencil skirt. Watch our video for three cool ways to rock your pencil skirt this season, whether it's dressed down with a pair of jelly flats and a white tee or elevated with a bow-front blouse and neutral accessories. On Allison: Wren top, vintage skirt, Fendi shoes, Tiger Lily necklace.

The Latest Fashion Stars of Winter TV - Revenge, Pretty Little Liars, Hart of Dixie, and More

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:33:10 PST

Our primetime Winter TV playlist - which has come to include everything from CW classic Gossip Girl to network newcomer The Secret Circle - not only provides addictive storylines week after week, it boasts a covet-worthy lineup of wardrobes and fashion know-how. Whether it's Leighton Meester showing off her newfound '50s ladylike chic, or Rachel Bilson's edgier feminine style in the likes of Alexander Wang and Chanel, we've come to expect our nights to be filled with ultra-inspired television fashion. In addition, we've scoped out a couple more shows to add to our ever-growing must-watch list, including Revenge's Emily VanCamp exhibiting her Hamptons-perfect wardrobe and the Pretty Little Liars cast wearing cool leather jackets and and sweet separates. To catch up on the latest Winter TV fashion, click the slideshow to see the closets we're coveting the most.

Cozy Up in Style With One of These Haute Hats!

Allison McNamara — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:00:08 PST

Today, we’re highlighting one of our favorite cold-weather accessories: the haute hat. We’re totally mad for this must have; it’s super functional, been spotted on runways and style setters alike, and adds a dash of panache to any ensemble. Cozy up to a cloche, mix in metallics, or favor a floppy. Any way you style it, you’ll definitely turn heads. So watch our video now to check out the toppers that are topping our list this season. On Allison: StyleMint top

Currently Trending: One Polka Dot Blouse, Three Ways!

FabSugar — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:17:03 PST

Playful polka dots were - ahem, spotted on a few of our favorite runways for Fall at Marc Jacobs, Diane von Furstenberg, and Stella McCartney. We fell head over heels for this adorable pattern and wanted to push the trend a little further by layering different size polka dots together. The key to this look is getting a pretty printed top that can act as a basic and layering contrasting dot prints via cardigans, skirts, and handbags. Just watch to see how we style this polka-dot blouse three different ways.

Runway to Reality: How to Pull Off Polka Dots For Under $100

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 03:30:36 PST

The polka-dot trend is pretty spot-on for the season - we saw the look on the Fall runways at Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, and Lanvin, and also on stylish celebs like Chloë Moretz - and this time there's a modern, ultra-sexy vibe that reads more sultry seductress than Minnie Mouse. If you think you have to win the lottery to rock this trend, you're mistaken; not only can you achieve the look with something as simple as a scarf or pair of tights, but it can also be done for well under $100 (yes, we're serious). To shop our favorite budget polka-dot pieces, just keep reading.