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How Rachel Zoe Made Hervé Léger's Bandage Dress Famous

Allison McNamara — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:48:36 PST

Hervé Léger reinvents the bandage dress each season, and for Fall, Lubov Azria looked to equestrians for inspiration. We caught up with the designer backstage, where she told us how Rachel Zoe helped ignite Hollywood's obsession with Hervé Léger's signature bandage dress. But designing isn't Lubov's only talent; we found out a few tricks she's hiding up her sleeve. Watch our entire interview now, and check out the full runway here. On Allison McNamara: American Apparel top. Hair and Makeup courtesy of Kérastase.

Hervé Léger by Max Azria Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:32:03 PST

Taking us beyond the label's bandage dress, Max Azria delivered his signature sexy with rich equestrian details and a new sense of strength for Fall. For every curve-conscious silhouette, the strapped bodices and gladiator-inspired footwear counter with militant, almost dominatrix-feeling toughness. If it takes a confident woman to pull off Léger's more typical body-con wear, for this season's offerings - complete with leather harnesses and fur detailing - only the fiercest of fashion enthusiasts need apply.

Trends: Fetish, harnesses, leather, fur.
Colors: Black, white, nude, burgundy.
Key Piece: The white maxi paired with the fur-trimmed black leather harness.
Accessories: Slick mirrored clutches, gladiator-style knee-high boots with shin guards, open-toe ankle boots.
Who Would Wear It: Hervé's fans; the risk-taker with a taste for sexier fare.

Check Out the Hervé Léger Fall 2012 Runway Show

FabSugar — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:28:45 PST

Every season, designer Max Azria has found a way to reinvent the classic bandage dress that catapulted the Hervé Léger line to fame. For Fall 2012, the silhouette was given an equestrian spin, wrapped in leather body harnesses and wide belts paired with knee-high leather gladiator boots. Check out the python prints and gold accessories that were also seen on the runway right here.

BCBG Runway Fall 2012

Noria Morales — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:15:43 PST

An architectural aesthetic, specifically Bauhaus style, rules for BCBG's Fall 2012 collection. Structure manifested itself via colorblocking, but it was done on fluid silk chiffon shift dresses, so the effect was a pretty blend of strong forms on flowy silhouettes. The geometric shapes created by bold color combos - black and orange, merlot and blush - were intensified with textural plays like sheer insets and clever pleating that made dresses look magically fluid and sharp at the same time. To counter the collection's emphasis on lightweight materials like silk and chiffon, it also sent cozy outerwear down the runway - we have mixed emotions on the return of gorilla-armed coats, but the multicolor fur vests and canvas and leather trenches were artful choices for next season. The minimalist approach to geometric forms and bold color combinations, together with the flowy silhouettes, make for clothes that are ideal to wear to a gallery opening.

Trends: Colorblocking, fur, architectural detail, Bauhaus.
Colors: Merlot, blush, camel, cream, navy, coral, teal.
Key Piece: The canvas and leather trench coat; the super-cool pleated dresses with tulle inserts.
Accessories: Open-toe ankle-strap sandals, bags with contrasting textures like snake and suede.
Who Would Wear It: Erin Wasson was in the front row, but the structured, urbane collection seems more suited to Naomi Watts or Thandie Newton.

Fashion Week Kicks Off in NYC With Rachel, Jordana, Sophia, and More

Allie Merriam — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:31:35 PDT

The fun of New York Fashion Week kicked off over the course of the last day, with Rachel Zoe attending designer Mimi Plange's presentation last night at the Asia Society before moving on to the Missoni for Target launch. This morning, BCBGMAXAZRIA brought out a handful of starlets - check out our BCBGMAXAZRIA show review! Jordana Brewster, Elisha Cuthbert, and Sophia Bush made a photogenic trio in the front row. Sophia hung out backstage before the models took to the catwalk, and she evidently liked what she saw - at the sight of one dress, she mouthed to a pal, "Wow!" She was equally full of praise on Twitter, writing, "My favorite collection of theirs for years! Stunning." Vanessa Hudgens was also spotted milling around the tents at Lincoln Center this afternoon, and Rachel was out again to guest judge the Fourth Annual Supima Design Competition with Coco Rocha. We're covering all the stylish fun, so make sure to stay tuned to all our Fashion Week coverage!

Snatch a Designer Deal at Net-A-Porter's End of Season Sale!

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 31 May 2011 11:37:32 PDT

The Summer sales just keep coming, and the latest one has us in designer euphoria: Net-A-Porter just kicked off its end of season sale today filled with delectable Spring and Summer goods slashed up to 50 percent off! Of course, prices aren't dirt cheap, but now's the time to invest in that piece you've been swooning over all season long. Think fresh footwear from the likes of Proenza Schouler and Alexander Wang, along with pretty dresses from Max Azria and bags from Stella McCartney. That, plus more of our favorite sale finds in the shoppable slideshow.

Hervé Léger Designers Lubov and Max Azria on Updating the Bandage Dress

FabTV — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:20:09 PST

Backstage at the Fall 2011 Hervé Léger show, we interviewed Max and Lubov Azria on their new collection designed with a powerful "glamazon" woman - much like celebrity clients Charlize Theron, Hilary Swank, and Sharon Stone - in mind. Watch as the designing duo explain how they masterfully update their classic bandage dress each season and what sort of sexy tough-girl accents - think metal and leather - we should expect from them for Fall. Plus, find out what the Azrias are most excited for once the craziness of Fashion Week subsides!

Herve Leger Runway New York Fashion Week Fall 2011

FabTV — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 23:24:46 PST

For Fall 2011, Lubov and Max Azria did what they do best when it comes to Herve Leger: bandage dresses, of course. Yet unlike the miniskirts of collection past, this season saw a noticeable drop in hemlines - only to the knee, not to worry you girls-about-town - and the occasional fluid skater skirt. The palette stayed in neutral territory with models turned out in white, black, and gold, while slouchy knee-high boots offered a slight tribal vibe. To see all the looks watch our coverage now!

FabSugarTV: Interview With BCBG’s Max Azria at New York Fashion Week Fall 2011

FabTV — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 19:30:05 PST

At the BCBGMAXAZRIA show for New York Fashion Week - where Jennifer Love Hewitt and Taraji P. Henson were spotted - we caught up with designer Max Azria who revealed what trends are on the horizon, the hot colors to look out for come Fall, and big hair and makeup trends for next season. Plus, check out the full runway right here on FabSugarTV.

Spring 2011 New York Fashion Week: Herve Leger

jtsmith — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:01:50 PDT

Max Azria's Herve Leger Spring 2011 runway show featured a mix of body-hugging dresses in a variety of fabrics, from leather to lace. A red carpet favorite for many of Hollywood's biggest names, the collection incorporated strategically-placed cutouts and creative perforations in its designs. Gossip Girl star Jessica Szohr, among other high-profile fans, was spotted admiring the collection at the show.