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Vena Cava Spring 2012

Hannah Weil — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:03:16 PDT

For Spring 2012, Vena Cava's design duo, Lisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai, deliver their signature cool, with nods to Spring brights, quirky cutouts, and sexy - but never overtly so - silky silhouettes. The team reworks its knack for creating slick silhouettes with eclectic details: dresses get a dose of colorblocking in bold orange, cream, and black, or a splash of soft abstract print; others, like slim pencil skirts are redone in tropical-inspired prints. Looks that feel entirely modern - while hinting at something a little more retro - lend themselves just as easily to a springtime getaway as they do to life in the city, thanks to key pieces like high-waist pants you could pair with practically anything. Get all the details below, then click through for a look at the whole collection.

Trends: Contrast stitching and seams in black and white, tropical and soft abstract prints, off-the-shoulder and halter necklines, high-waist trousers, and colorblocking.
Colors: Orange, lemon yellow, brown, black and white.
Key Look: A cutout tan and black-sleeved sheath dress, paired with crisscross black sandals.
Accessories: Round sunglasses, crisscross striped black sandal wedges, open-toe lace-up booties in black and rust, slouchy bucket bags, and structured satchels in tan, black, and soft green.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who crave polish, but not without a dose of eclectic details.

Vena Cava For Uniqlo Hits Stores Tomorrow!

Noria Morales — Wed, 11 May 2011 08:50:07 PDT

These pictures from Vena Cava for Uniqlo just landed in our inbox, which means we'll be lined up at the store tomorrow right when it opens. The summery dresses and classic Vena Cava prints will be on sale tomorrow, and the six-style collection will retail for $29.90. Unless you're a sample sale expert, it's hard to score designer fashion for $30. What do you think of the collection?

4 Questions With: Vena Cava

Lucky — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 13:10:00 PDT

We're thrilled to present our favorite Lucky story here on Fab!

Sophie Buhai and Lisa Mayock, the powerhouse duo behind cult favorite Vena Cava, invited us to their showroom to talk about their collaboration with mass retailer Uniqlo.

For more fashion fun from Lucky, here are more Lucky stories. Related links: Buy of the Day: Cosabella Chemise, Top Three Sales Happening Today

Uniqlo Announces New Spring 2011 Collaborations!

Noria Morales — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 07:47:14 PDT

Uniqlo, our favorite Japanese retailer for the perfect basic, has announced new collaborations for Spring. According to WWD, New York designers Vena Cava, Charlotte Ronson, and Costello Tagliapietra have all been tapped to release capsule collections with the brand, starting on April 21. So far we've only seen this striped dress from Charlotte Ronson, but we're hoping to see silky prints from Vena Cava and Costello Tagliapietra's signature draped jersey make their way into the capsule collections.

FabSugarTV: 15 Spring Accessories You Need Now!

FabTV — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 11:01:12 PDT

We've rounded up 15 amazing Spring 2011 accessories that you need now. While it was hard to only pick 15 favorite pieces, Proenza Schouler rope bracelets, circular Tom Ford sunglasses, and candy-colored Hermes clutches all topped our list. From indulgent handbag splurges to crochet bikinis, here are FabSugar's top warm-weather accessories you must have this season!

Bop Basics Floppy Raffia Sunhat - Sold Out	Proenza Schouler PS11 Classic - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Classic Leather PS 11 Bag - Black - Sold Out	Proenza Schouler Center Wrap Rope Bracelet - Sold Out
PROENZA SCHOULER Rope and Cord Bracelet - Sold Out	Proenza Schouler 8-Rope Thread Bracelet - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Center Wrap Rope Bracelet - Sold Out	PROENZA SCHOULER Rope Bracelet - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Rope bracelet - Sold Out	Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony JACKIE SUNGLASSES - Sold Out
Tom Ford Eyewear Caithlyn Sunglasses - Sold Out	House Of Harlow 1960 Coin Drop Earrings - Sold Out
House Of Harlow 1960 Hexagon Drop Earrings - Sold Out	Isabel Marant Obsidian and glass drop earrings - Sold Out
Eddie Borgo Gunmetal-plated crystal triangle necklace - Sold Out	Tom Binns Hand-painted Swarovski crystal necklace - Sold Out
Staring at Stars Canvas Floppy Hat - Sold Out	3.1 Phillip Lim Calder T Strap Pumps - Sold Out
Chloé Leather and canvas platform espadrilles - Sold Out

FabSugarTV: 15 Spring Accessories You Need Now!

FabTV — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 01:37:44 PDT

We've rounded up 15 amazing Spring 2011 accessories that you need now! While it was hard to only pick 15 favorite pieces, Proenza Schouler rope bracelets, circular Tom Ford sunglasses, and candy-colored Hermes clutches all topped our list. From indulgent handbag splurges to cute, crochet bikinis, here are FabSugar's top warm-weather accessories you must have this season!

Vena Cava's Designer Duo Dish on NYC Spring Essentials, Brooklyn Street Finds, and More

Marisa Tom — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 07:06:11 PDT

Without hesitation, Vena Cava is on my shortlist of must-wear brands, and the designer duo and BFFs Sophie Buhai and Lisa Mayock are two of the coolest PopSugar City girls I know. The ladies haven't taken a break since debuting their 2011 Fall collection in February. Currently, Buhai and Mayock are in Vietnam, rounding up inspiration for Spring 2012 (talk about springing forward). They just launched their awesome new ecommerce site, and even a world away, they still managed to give us the inside scoop on what every New York girl should have in her Spring wardrobe, where they find inspiration in the city, the best street "treasures" they've come across, and more.

PopSugar NYC: As a fellow West Coast defector, I'm curious, what was it about NYC in the initial stages that made you stay indefinitely?

Sophie Buhai: We both attended Parsons, so school is what brought us out to NYC. New York is really the place to be if you want to start a small fashion line; the industry is very supportive, and you have access to amazing production and all the editors. We felt very connected to an emerging group of designers who were all starting brands around the same time. The early 2000s were when the word "young designer" was exploding, and the economy was ripe for new talent. We were lucky to be in New York during that time, I don't think that could have happened if we had been in LA. We hope to make it out to LA at some point . . . perhaps when we launch our caftan line!

To find out what else the ladies have to say, head over to PopSugar NYC to read the whole interview.

Shop Vena Cava's New Ecommerce Site Today Featuring Cool "Garage Sales" and Styling Tips!

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:45:00 PDT

Lisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai's Vena Cava line and cheap(er) collection, Viva Vena!, used to only be available in stores, but now the duo are taking their quirky cool-girl appeal to the masses thanks to a brand-new ecommerce site. Starting today, you can shop both collections from the comforts of your own abode. But that's not all; the site comes with a ton more cool features. Want to hear about our favorites?

We love their "garage sale," featuring one-of-a-kind items like an early '80s portable TV, vintage accessories, and cool magazines. And while you're there, check out the "vibes" page, showcasing the duo's friends wearing their designs by categories such as "black tie Che Guevara" and "soccer mom chic" - fun!

20 Spring Flats and Flatforms You Need Now!

Noria Morales — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 03:46:00 PDT

Put away the big boots and give those stilettos a rest. We're having a flat moment - an ultra-chic flat moment at that. What's better with our cropped skinnies and little dresses than a pair of irresistible flats? Maybe the season's new flatform silhouette? Here, we've found 20 amazing pairs you'll want to add to your closet right. this. minute.

Need Now: The 10 Best Maxi Skirts For Spring

Noria Morales — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 12:03:07 PST

This is the season where we realize the long skirt is one of the most versatile things you can have in your closet. Go flowy and voluminous for a feminine look, body-conscious for sexy length, or just above the ankles for an extra flirtatious flair. We combed the market for the best ones - including the skirts from the Jil Sander and Vena Cava runway - in the best colors, fabrics, prints, and at every price point. Get shopping.