I love seeing Gossip Girl Leighton Meester in something other than her preppy on-screen gear. While she and Blair both have impeccable style, Leighton isn't afraid to let her hair down. The actress attended Shop Til It Stops in NYC decked out in one of her favorite designers, Brian Reyes. The fitted blazer downplays the fanciness while the Stuart Weitzman peep-toe platforms pull it all together Read more

The life of the single gal can be lonely. But there are no tears here. Single gal, meet single sleeve. Dramatic, sexy, and ready to party. Just look to Jada (see left) for inspiration. But I'm confused. You loved Alexis Bledel's Mischen one sleeve LBD, but not Maria Sharapova's Lanvin. What gives? Single sleeves for everybody! Shop Read more

A while back I told you the Russian is coming, and now she's here. Kira Plastinina opened her first US boutique in LA, and gaggles of celebs came out to congratulate the teenager. Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, who wore a strapless orange bubble dress and gold Gucci sandals, was among the best dressed attendees. The bright orange hue and gold accessories complement her flawlessly. Props to her for Read more

Ombre is beginning to rear its pretty head and while it feels very warm-weathery, I'm already seeking a new ombre addition. I'm still on the fence though — some of these items are dope, while some of them are dull. Here's the dilemma: It's a trendy motif, but only looks good on fine fabrics. Case in point: ombred fur at J. Mendel's Spring '08 show (pictured). Thus, one should seek out an ombre Read more

Fab's friend Brittany Snow dressed herself in Jay Godfrey's chiffon frock (the dress is currently sold out but contact Saks for availability) at the Grammy kick-off party. I love the flowy silhouette on her, as well as the gray color: It makes her blue eyes sparkle. She kept her accessories simple, opting to draw attention to her shiny, silver metallic ankle-strap heels. You glow girl! Read more

Another year gone by, another year to come! Every year seems plentiful if you keep your watch on the ever-fickle world of fashion. What was in a year ago is not so in now, in some cases though, trends prevail. This can be interpreted on a personal level too. December is a time to reflect back on the year and think good thoughts; I never think it's healthy to start a new year as a negative Nancy. Read more