A smoky backdrop and a slinky red gown set the stage for Jenny Packham's '40s-inspired collection of sequined, curve-conscious evening wear. Once the mellow jazz kicked in, Packham's perfectly coiffed film noir girls hit the catwalk in a bevvy of the designer's era-infused shorter frocks — all with bow-tied red or black belts — hitting that pitch-perfect styling note between pretty and sexy. Read more

It may have something to do with Michelle Williams's ladylike award-season looks or Jason Wu's adorable offerings for Target, but we've got pretty pieces, like sweet Peter Pan collars, on the brain. It's not just how darling they make us feel; admittedly, they're one of the easiest ways to freshen up our look in a flash. Swap out your tired tees and top any pair of denim, a favorite skirt, or Read more

For me, iPhoneography is becoming an obsession, so of course, I'd want to load up on apps and tools to help me take better pics. First up, the Wide/Macro Phone Lens ($20) from Photojojo. The lens is easy to install onto any phone — just apply the included metal sticker ring around your phone lens (there are several that fit just about any phone, including those with flash), and your macro lens Read more

According to new research, over 17,000 USB flash drives were left behind at laundromats and dry cleaners last year. While I definitely promote the idea of backing up your important files on an external drive of some sort, leaving them lofting about in the hands of strangers (or destroyed in the washing machine) isn't exactly what I had in mind. Want to keep your important data with you, but are Read more

Jennifer Aniston went with her staple — a hot, strapless, black Dolce & Gabbana minidress — for tonight's Directors Guild Awards in Los Angeles. She flashed a big smile and waved to fans as she first hit the red carpet without her man, Justin Theroux. Jennifer and Justin soon met up to pose together as well. Jennifer is a nominee in the movies for television and miniseries category for Read more

Stars were all about wacky costumes and fun-filled scenes on set this week. Woody Harrelson flashed his famous grin shooting Now You See Me on location in New Orleans. Peter Sarsgaard raised the roof filming Lovelace in LA, while across town, James Gandolfini smiled for The Incredible Burt Wonderstone. Tina Fey brought her A-game to the streets of NYC, where 30 Rock taped. Click through to see Read more

Now that we've had time to take in all of the red-carpet moments from last night's Golden Globes red carpet, it's time to take note of the top trend takeaways and the A-list celebs who wore them. We spotted a sea of fishtail hems, a bevy of corset-inspired bodices, an army of sequin embellishments, a fiery flash of crimsons and merlot hues, and a whole lot of nude and blush-tone gowns. Look to Read more

Baby's first year of life flies by in a flash — and what better way to celebrate a first birthday than to take a look back at the past 12 months? One Year in a Flash was this creative mama's theme for her daughter's first birthday party. From custom invitations to one-of-a-kind portrait party favors, every detail of this "flashback" party was super sweet! Click through to see how she put it Read more

Huawei chairman Richard Yu knows that Americans don't associate mobile phones with its brand, but the company is hoping to change all that with the introduction of the "world's slimmest" smartphone, the Ascend P1 S. Landing in North America in April, the Ascend P1 S is just 6.68 mm thick and comes with a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Gorilla Glass touchscreen, so not only is it big and bright, but it's Read more

Chalk it up to Winter whimsy, but we can't help but stray from traditional boot-sock combinations in favor of exponentially cooler pairings. Try a Madewell wedge bootie with scrunched up, chunky fairisle print socks or a more structured riding boot with a flash of red. These seasonal matches are meant to add a bit of zest to your everyday wintry wardrobe. In effect, don't let your jacket and Read more