Trench coats: they're cool and classic and lend a polished vibe to your look — no matter what you happen to be wearing underneath. The sleek silhouette calls to mind fashion icons like Jackie O., Katharine Hepburn, or Ingrid Bergman in Casablanca (who can forget her trench coat flapping in the breeze?). We've seen lots of cool spins on the timeless trench this season, from Burberry's leather Read more

With the onset of Fall, we're quickly remembering the value of a good trench coat. Are you? Yes, it's a classically inclined basic that hints at style icons like Jackie O., but with so many styled variations and a slew of ways to wear the staple, it's really so much more. As proof of what it's worth, we've rounded up a week of inspiration from our favorite celebs. From Naomi Watts's sexier Read more

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 Read more

Our latest Winter coat obsession is all in the details. We've spotted some seriously stylish girls — from Olivia Palermo's clever layering to Zoe Saldana in a shearling drape-front jacket — sporting super-slick leather sleeves. Talk about an ultra-luxe way to transform your cold-weather wardrobe from comfy to cool. Whether it's liquid leather peeking out of a classic belted trench coat or a Read more

Avoid a Winter wardrobe rut by keeping your layering skills sharpened and your combination styling strategy on point. To this effect, we've culled five quick ways to reinvent your topper game. Pair a faux fur cossack with an equally textured trench, mix an aviator-inspired trapper with a bright moto-inspired jacket, or go cute and casual with a red knit beanie against a more structured gray coat. Read more

Year to year, the trends may change, but from Ali McGraw's turn in Love Story to today's street-stylers, the quintessential Winter style elements remain the same. The icons of our favorite films and style icons of today set the tone for the way we see seasonal style — we see Julie Christie's ultra-luxe fur in Dr. Zhivago; Jackie O. bundled in the chicest trench; Kate Moss channeling her Read more

Lots of lovely ladies stepped out for The Hollywood Reporter's annual "Power 100: Women in Entertainment" breakfast in Beverly Hills this morning, showing off sleek, sophisticated frocks — and in the case of Emmy Rossum, a strong, ladylike tailored pantsuit. It seems like being belted at the waist was an overall trend, with Bethenny Frankel, Chelsea Handler, Kate Bosworth, and newcomer Shailene Read more

For Spring '12, Banana Republic is all about the sweet '60s with a twist, showing pretty peplum tops, printed pencil skirts, and floral sheath dresses. Look closely and you can see cool details such as a zigzag lace pattern on a top or a textural graphic print on a skirt. Of course, there were touches of the brand's trademark safari inspiration via soft tailored trench coats and tribal print maxi Read more

Gwyneth Paltrow reported to the Harlem set of Thanks For Sharing yesterday afternoon to shoot scenes inside a restaurant. Judging by her outfit, Gwyneth was ready for Fall. Gwyneth was decked out in a trench coat, jeans, and a pair of black over-the-knee boots. Just a few days ago, Gwyneth teamed up with her costar Mark Ruffalo to shoot scenes in Central Park that required a totally different Read more

True to form, Gaultier delivered trench coats, sharp suiting, and far sexier fare for Spring 2012. The collection showcased his signature craft in structured, pinstriped suits, then gave way to a sultrier side as models hit the runway with perfectly '40-inspired victory curls — and their look numbers in hand. Evening wear in elegant body-conscious jersey dresses, some draped, some with Read more