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We're With the Band: Rock the Vintage-Tee Trend For an Infinitely Cool Outfit Twist

Hannah Weil — Tue, 22 May 2012 14:53:09 PDT

A look at Ashley Madekwe, Jessica Stroup, and Kristen Stewart's looks inspired one thought: these girls look seriously cool. The common denominator in each of their ensembles is a sweet, vintage-feeling t-shirt that takes jeans and shorts to an infinitely more awesome place. Sure, a white cotton tee or your favorite tank could top your separates just as easily, but a t-shirt that pays homage to your best-loved bands or touts a favorite saying delivers the kind of cool-girl edge that makes these style-setters' looks pop. Dress up the look à la Ashley Madekwe with pointed pumps and statement earrings, or add a blazer and studded loafers for a pulled-together everyday style that delivers more of a statement. If you're feeling Jessica Stroup's take on the trend, then reach for lacy shorts and ankle boots to further the '90s feel. Any way you choose to wear yours, the effect is universally cool. Just shop our editors' picks to find your own tee, or head to your local thrift stores and flea markets to seek out the style that suits you best.

Into the Wild: Celebs Make a Case For Summer-Styled Leopard Prints

Hannah Weil — Mon, 21 May 2012 12:55:16 PDT

At this point, leopard print has become a mainstay in our wardrobes, but that doesn't mean it can't get a bit of a makeover with the arrival of a new season. In light of Summer weather, we're embracing leopard print with a breezier tilt - just the way this styled celebrity trio is wearing it. In cool printed pants Beyoncé gives the exotic print a decidedly easy feel, while Ashley Madekwe injects her seasonal ensemble with an animal-printed accent piece via her Mulberry bag; and Krysten Ritter shows us just how sweet the pattern can feel on a '90s-style babydoll frock that's perfect for everyday. In any case, the key is relaxed silhouettes and lighter fabrics that deliver a cool-girl punch of print without overpowering your look. Loving the look? Shop our editors' picks to channel the trend for yourself.

Overall Overhaul: 10 Pairs to Channel '90s Nostalgia With a New Twist

Hannah Weil — Fri, 18 May 2012 09:29:26 PDT

Like jumpsuits and rompers, we're drawn to overalls not just because we have a soft spot for our middle-school style, but because they're a no-fuss, one-piece wonder that makes dressing easy - and we always love that. In traditional denim, cooler military hues, and even pastels, overalls are equal parts relaxed wardrobe staple and a little fashion-forward; it's all about how you choose to wear them. Style them up with your favorite sneakers, wedges, or even pointed-toe pumps: just find the pair that suits you best. To that point, we've rounded up 10 of our favorites - click on to see and shop the styles we're loving right now.

What's Hot in Interior Design Right Now: Some of Our Favorite Snaps From HD Expo

Elka Karl — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:00:09 PDT

Yesterday we made a quick trip to Las Vegas to attend a press luncheon for Messe Frankfurt and to walk the floor at HD Expo. There was more inspiration than we could possibly document in the few short hours we had to explore, but there were definitely some standouts for us. New products from Blu Dot ranked as top favorites, as did lighting from SkLO STudio. Keep clicking to see some of our Instagram favorites, and make sure to follow CasaSugar on Instagram for all of our snaps.

A Street Style How-To in Pulling Off Your Peplum From Day to Night

Hannah Weil — Tue, 15 May 2012 09:22:54 PDT

It's safe to say peplum is here to stay - at least for the foreseeable future, this ultrafemme silhouette has become something of a mainstay. With retailers like H&M, Zara, and Topshop mimicking the covetable versions we saw on the runways, it's easier than ever to get your hands on the style. The question is, do you know how to wear it? Its shape can prove something of a dressing challenge if you haven't yet familiarized yourself with the look, but we're out to change all that with 15 street-styled examples to set you straight. If you're at all intimidated, know this: peplum's easier to pull off than you think and way more versatile than you'd expect. Click on for 15 street-style pros who know just how to style it right from day to night and get inspired to wear your peplum pieces now.

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Just Dot It! How Street Stylers Pull Off the Polka-Dot Trend

Hannah Weil — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:01:37 PDT

Lest polka dots should send visions of Minnie Mouse running through your head, we're here to set you straight on the resurgence of a classic pattern. Once all retro and more ladylike, polka-dotted pieces are resurfacing now with a decidedly cooler edge - of course, it's all in how you wear it. To that point, we've culled 15 street-style pros who've outfitted the pattern with the chicest angles. Some are more femme, others are spot-on cool and awesomely eclectic - click through to get inspired to don your own dots.

Met Gala 2012: The Top Trends From the Red Carpet

Noria Morales — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:49:04 PDT

The Met Gala is in full swing, but we have the top trends from the red carpet right here. Metallics might have been the big story of the night, with Karolina Kurkova stunning in a slim-fitting gown and matching turban courtesy of Rachel Zoe, Michael Kors dressing Jessica Alba like a golden goddess, and Camilla Belle looking every bit the '20s siren in Ralph Lauren. There were also plenty of feathers, from Diane Kruger's purple Prada gown to Kate Bosworth's flirty Prada dress. It continues to be the year of the peplum, while the next big trend (sorry, Angelina's leg) in sexy dresses appears to be all about showing some sexy back - case in point, Rihanna. Click through to see the top trends from the Met Gala 2012.

Fashion's Spring Floral Moment Feels Just as Fresh at Home

Noria Morales — Tue, 08 May 2012 03:00:37 PDT

A love affair with lush, worthy-of-an-oil-painting florals began this Spring with British fashion designer Erdem's collection featuring unabashedly feminine floral prints as its main message. Floral prints have decked everything from jeans to shift dresses in fashion this Spring, and it's feeling particularly fresh for home as well. Classic floral prints are wonderfully old-fashioned, inspiring visions of English teatime and visits to grandmother's house, but they feel of-the-moment when paired with more modern settings, or bohemian when layered with mixed textures and prints. Click through to see the floral trend, and our picks for easy ways to incorporate Spring flowers.

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Making the Continuous Upholstered Chair Work For 6 Distinct Design Styles - and the Celebs We'd Pair Them With

Elka Karl — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:35:04 PDT

Currently trending, the continuous upholstered chair - which extends the leather or fabric upholstery onto the legs of the chair - is a chic design update for your home. Today, we've rounded up six different styles of this type of upholstered chair that reflect the diversity of the design. So whether your design sense skews more playful or more minimalist, we've found something that will suit your style. We've also picked out the perfect design-savvy celebs to pair with each chair. Keep clicking and let us know which style is your style, and if you agree with our celebrity pairings!

Full-Circle Glam: Celebs Charm in a Bevvy of Fit and Flare Frocks

Hannah Weil — Thu, 03 May 2012 09:20:44 PDT

Part retro, all glamour - full-skirted dresses are taking over the red carpet on some of our favorite celebrities. Style stars like Eva Mendes, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Chloe Moretz are embracing the feminine fit and flare shape in every form. From the red-carpet-ready versions, like Miss Mendes's Honor frock to the pared-down and pretty for everyday, the trend is one we're particularly fond of for Spring - trust us, nothing looks more classically ladylike than a full-skirted dress, bare legs, and sweet heels to tie it all together. The proof is in this batch of trendsetters, showing off the silhouette for every occasion. Click through to see how they're outfitting a bevvy of darling frocks - then shop our editors' picks to channel the look for yourself.