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Patchwork Fur For Fall '12 - Into It or Over It?

Brittney Stephens — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:34:29 PST

The colorful fur trend is showing zero signs of slowing down for Fall '12 - just two days into New York Fashion Week, and we've already spotted the look at BCBG and Peter Som. Although it's not the first time we've seen chromatic fur pieces pop up on the runways - Fendi, Bottega Veneta, and Diane von Furstenberg all showed the trend in past seasons - it definitely seems to have grown legs. Are you feeling this look? Let us know your thoughts below!

Peter Som Fall 2012

FabSugar — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:15:19 PST

Katharine Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich served as Peter Som's inspiration for his Fall 2012 collection - specifically, their knack for exuding femininity even when they donned menswear. The show started with a pretty ode to Winter white - monochromatic outfits got a textural punch thanks to cool fabric combinations like wool with organza. The play between masculine and feminine came through via tailoring and textures: streamlined silhouettes were softened with details like eyelet and bonded satin. There were strong sculptural references in the ultra-fitted tops that suddenly burst into waves of peplum, and wrap jackets structured with molded balloon sleeves. And what of the glamour that Hollywood icons like Hepburn and Dietrich were famous for? It came through in the luxe furs, particularly a teal fur coat over a twill voile pant that glimmered under the runway lights.

Trends: Multicolored fur, balloon sleeves, peplum, architectural silhouettes.
Colors: Plum, emerald, ivory, ruby.
Key Piece: The peplum tops are a must have for their mix of fantastic tailoring and femininity.
Accessories: Aperlai did the shoes, including two-tone pumps.
Who Would Wear It: Olivia Palermo sat front row, and we bet she'll be wearing the peplum tops next season. Confident, fashion-loving girls who crave a statement piece will dig this collection.

Celeb Style: Rachel McAdams Stuns in Peter Som Florals

Hannah Weil — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:23:36 PST

Showing off Peter Som's Spring-ready maxi at the LA premiere of Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, Rachel McAdams joined the circle of style setters loving florals. It's not just the print that made us swoon, but the perfect play of proportions and brilliant blue palette we love. Rachel paired Som's understated knit top with the gorgeous full-length print and a few pretty accoutrements to glam up the look for an evening out - though we love that a skirt and top like this could work just as easily with flats and a slouchy tote for day. Feeling florals? Shop our key picks to channel the same stunning style.

The Most Outrageous Trend of the Year Is . . . Gorilla Sleeves!

Brittney Stephens — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:53:04 PST

No year is complete without a few outrageous fashion trends, and we asked you to weigh in on which one had you scratching your head the most. After counting the votes, it was pretty clear that overstuffed gorilla sleeves were the craziest runway trend of 2011 - we saw the look on the runways at Peter Som, Rag & Bone, and Giles, to name a few, making for a pretty unforgettable - and hard to pull off - fashion fad. We wonder what wacky wardrobe pieces 2012 will bring?

Peter Som Talks East Coast vs. West Coast Style, and Holiday Indulgences

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:38:53 PST

Encompassing a penchant for laid-back elegance, Peter Som has left the industry smitten with his effortlessly beautiful gowns and separates. With fans ranging from FLOTUS Michelle Obama to celebs like Eva Mendes, it's safe to say the San Francisco native has created a buzz worth talking about. Most recently, the designer teamed up with Rent the Runway to offer a few of his party dresses and shared with us his holiday season indulgences, thoughts on East Coast vs. West Coast style, and celebrities he would like to dress. Listen up:

On East Coast vs. West Coast style: "It's all about the ease and nonchalance of West Coast style mixed with the high-impact glamour of East Coast dressing. In other words - never look like you've tried too hard (even if you did!)."

On celebrities he would like to dress: "There are so many women who inspire me for their talent, spirit, and confidence! I'd love to dress Cate Blanchett."

On his favorite indulgent holiday treat: "I love cooking and baking so it would have to be my Panettone bread pudding."

On the best and worst presents he ever received: "All presents are great if there's thought behind them."

From the Runway to You: Peter Som's Travel Kit Is Pretty Posh

Jaime Richards — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 06:03:41 PDT

It's a real treat to see runway fashions presented in other ways than on showroom hangers or department store aisles. Take, for instance, Clark's Botanicals' new limited-edition Peter Som For Clark's Botanicals Travel Kit ($59). It features a bold floral-print clutch from Peter Som's Fall 2011 collection, but it's what's inside that will have you doing a little happy dance.

Included are: two Ultra-Rich Lip Tints; Ultra Rich Lip Balm; deluxe samples of Smoothing Marine Cream and Intense Radiance Mask; and sample packs of Nourishing Youth Serum and Anti-Puff Eye Cream. Not only is it one pretty, posh deal, but the set would make the perfect stocking stuffer for you or someone else.

Emmys: Amy Poehler

BellaSugar — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 19:09:50 PDT

When Amy Poehler gets dressed up, she does it for real, in a sparkly blue (anyone else seeing an Emmys pattern here?) Peter Som gown. Since the dress was plenty glitzy, she kept her makeup and hair minimal. Do you like the way she put it all together?Vote on all of our Emmys polls here!

Would You Wear a Printed Suit?

Brittney Stephens — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 15:08:37 PDT

There's a trend that's suiting up to be big for Spring 2012: full-on, flirty printed suits are looking like a thing, and we're not hating on it. It's a bold look for sure, and one that we've seen on the runways of Peter Som, Cynthia Rowley, and Prabal Gurung - not to mention celebs like Zoe Saldana, who wore a sexy short suit on the red carpet recently. It's a fashion risk, but one that will likely pay off. So tell us, would you rock a printed suit?

Peter Som Spring 2012

Noria Morales — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:28:24 PDT

Peter Som is always an upbeat show, full of color and print, and Spring 2012 delivered that within a collection that suggests what might happen if Kate Middleton, Michelle Obama, and Rachel Bilson became mashed up into one fun-loving, totally polished lady with an edge. There was a '60s vibe in the colorblock coats with pointed collars, high-waist swimsuits, round sunglasses, and floral pantsuits. The women strutted down the runway in platform loafer pumps in seafoam green and patent leather white. Plastic floral necklaces sat atop prim crewneck sweaters and were paired with deliciously fun feathered skirts. Finally, there was a decidely sport edge via jackets in techno twill and lightweight anoraks that were designed to wear over skinny pants and heels.

Trends: Sporty, '60s, colorblocking, florals.
Colors: Red, yellow, teal, seafoam green, pink, blue, florals.
Key Piece:Floral pants (with matching jacket!), leather shift dress in yellow, the feather dresses.
Accessories: platform loafer pumps, plastic floral necklaces.
Who Would Wear It: Someone who wants to amp up their classic style with color and humor; think Michelle Obama or Rachel Bilson.

Make sure to check out all of our New York Fashion Week coverage!

Fashionable Twitpics of the Week

Brittney Stephens — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 03:30:31 PDT

This week on Twitter, we went poolside with Peter Som, got a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the making of Michael Kors's Holiday catalog, and spotted Candice Swanepoel with a rather large furry friend. Click through to see all of the snaps from some stylish Twitter folk.