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First Look! Zara Masters the Art of Boy-Meets-Girl Dressing For May

Hannah Weil — Fri, 11 May 2012 10:20:47 PDT

With both cool-girl appeal and the prettiest white lace and crochet, Zara's May collection might best be characterized as an exercise in perfect boy-meets-girl dressing. The retailer artfully delivers the best of both worlds: the most feminine and sophisticated kind of separates, like a little lace waistcoat or a ladies-who-lunch tweed jacket, then a slouchy pair of tomboy-fit studded jeans and a menswear-style striped button-down. Zara's Woman collection offers up polished floral prints and silky tropical button-downs, while the TRF line veers into more casual territory with open-weave knits, distressed boyfriend jeans, and tribal-embellished tanks and t-shirts. Read on for our favorite pieces and styling tips, then click through to get a glimpse of every look.

If you're looking to get in on the jumpsuit trend, we love the effortless vibe of this version - perfect for dressing up and down all Summer.
This open-weave knit would be an ideal piece to layer up on a beachy vacation or throw on with your favorite Summer cutoffs.
Try out a statement skirt like this one and balance out the high-impact details with a menswear-inspired button-up.

10 New Ways to Wear a White Button-Down!

Liza Kaplan — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 PDT

The white button-down is a classic closet staple and the perfect canvas for a variety of truly chic looks. From office appropriate with a pencil skirt to tied up with a maxi or worn with a bit of menswear flair (not to mention black tie, metallics, and head-to-toe white!), the possibilities are endless. So take a look as we hit one of the coolest rooftops in Los Angeles and offer up a hefty dose of white button-down inspiration with 10 knockout ensembles you can easily re-create. Want more? Check out our behind-the-scenes video from our white button-down shoot to see how it all gets styled . . .

Celeb Style: Olivia Palermo Goes Botanical - Get Her Whole Look From Zara

Hannah Weil — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:47:09 PDT

Olivia Palermo's latest is a master class in prints. The style pro outfitted a smart play on the season's biggest trends while out and about for a film screening in NYC. She tempered her all-over tropical-print skirt and top with a little black blazer. But in typical Olivia fashion, she gave us a dose of cool accessories via a pair of metallic brogues and a beaded necklace. We can't decide what we love more: her perfectly eclectic outfit mix, or the fact that we can shop its key pieces right now on Zara.com. Feeling inspired? All the necessary ingredients are below - shop away to channel Olivia's Spring-chic style.

SILK LACE TOP - Shirts - TRF - ZARA United States	LACE SKIRT - Skirts - Woman - ZARA United States
COMBINED STUDIO BLAZER - Blazers - Woman - ZARA United States	KRAFTY Cut Out Brogues - Brogues & Loafers - Flats - Shoes - Topshop USA
SNEAKY CROC CLUTCH - New Arrivals - French Connection Usa	Amanda Rudey Divas and Heroines Emerald Zeena Necklace - designer shoes, handbags, jewelry, watches, and fashion accessories \| e	MICHAEL Michael Kors Large Gold Stud Earrings - Jewelry & Accessories - Bloomingdale's

First Look! Zara's Latest TRF Offerings Are a How-To in Nailing a Tough-Chic Look

Hannah Weil — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:20:32 PDT

If you're looking to perfect that effortless-cool, rocker-inspired style, Zara's newly revealed TRF April lookbook may have just what you're looking for. Even if you aren't music-festival bound, this lookbook is hard to ignore - Ruby Aldridge lights up in a collection of vintage-inspired t-shirts, tweedy jackets, and utilitarian vests to balance Spring whites and vibrant prints. There's also plenty of denim in store, frayed cutoffs and studded jeans that wear best, incidentally, with the line's perfectly worn-in tees. Finish with the collection's strappy suede flats and we may just have landed on our new seasonal uniform. Read on for our favorite pieces and styling tips - then click through to get a glimpse of every look.

This utilitarian vest would offset lacier dresses just as well as it would layered up over a striped tee and jeans to add interest to our everyday looks.
We love the Spring-fresh mint hue on this lightweight layer - plus the tweedy texture has that quintessential rocker-chic quality we're always looking to steal from Kate Moss.
This sheer blouse has both an effortless cool and a touch of femininity that would be easy to wear dressed up or down.

Zara's April Lookbook Has All the Makings of a Killer Wardrobe

Hannah Weil — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:47:53 PDT

This is what a great wardrobe is made of: Zara's April collection is steeped in chic Spring whites, tweedy jackets, crisp denim, and breezy sundresses, striking the perfect balance between seasonal must haves and closet staples. Again, the brand zeroes in on this season's key trends; we get a dose of peplum, a shot of lace, '70s flares, and printed blouses and pants all in truly wearable iterations. It's hard not to want nearly all of Zara's new goodies, especially when they look even better mixed and matched - it's really not just about the pieces, but how easily they wear together. Read on for our key takeaways, then click through for Zara's latest looks.

We've already snapped up our printed pants, but these silky printed shorts are just the right version for Summer's hotter days.
We can never have too many LWDs for our Spring/Summer wardrobe - this one would be easy to dress up day to night - but we think it would make the best little dress for Coachella.
Give your Spring office attire a makeover - and keep this look in mind. We love the mix of street-chic and femme.

10 Ways to Wear a Little White Dress

FabSugar — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:21:19 PDT

Move over LBD! The little white dress is taking the stage as your go-to wardrobe staple. Not only does it instantly offer a fresh, chic look, but it’s incredibly versatile, too. If you’re still not convinced, watch our video for some outfit inspiration. From tribal touches to neon accents to dressing it up for a cocktail affair, here are 10 killer ways to wear this easy, breezy piece!

Zara's TRF March Collection Shows Fun Festival Looks

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:49:09 PST

March marks a new season, incredible music festivals (SXSW, Coachella, Bonnaroo), and the fresh Spring fashion that comes with it. To help us ease into the warmer months, Zara just released its TRF lookbook, highlighting some concert-worthy pieces that will surely get you snapped for your unmistakable cool festival style. The collection shows a wide range of sheer tie-dye tunics, cool blazers, hippie-infused beaded blouses, and, of course, the must-have pair of denim cutoffs. Basically, all the basics, plus a few statement pieces you need to refresh your Spring and Summer wardrobe. Read below for our top pieces from the collection, then click the slideshow to see the rest of the lookbook

This semi-sheer lace dress can easily go from concert to tea time with just key accessory changes. We personally love it styled with a pair of fringe ankle boots or loafers.
Every girl needs a pair of tie-dye denim and a slick jacket. This look marries the two together perfectly; we love how the pink tweed jacket lends instant edge to this effortless downtown look.
The easiest way to add new life into a Spring look? Just top off your look with a yellow blazer. We can't get enough of the sharp tailoring and sporty zipper detail.

Zara Zeroes In On Print-Mixing, Color Combos, and Luxe Leather For March

Hannah Weil — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:52:18 PST

We had to take a break from the Fall runways to sneak a peek at Zara's pretty March arrivals. It goes without saying that the brand's a favorite for its oh-so-accessible take on the trends. Case in point: the printed blazers that we saw on the catwalks last September are resurfacing at the retailer in statement florals and eye-popping paisley (a perfect pick-me-up for your nine-to-five). Add to that a mix of playful pastel color pairings, delicately embellished collars, and a Spring-ready studded white leather jacket, and it's as if Zara tapped into our very own seasonal wish list - and delivered everything we could ask for. Read on for our key takeaways, then click through to start your shopping list.

We love the tough-girl feel of this studded leather jacket, albeit in an accessible Spring hue. Throw this on with anything from a little printed dress to colorblocked separates for an effortless edginess.
We're adding this fringed mini to our wish lists. An ideal antidote to the typical seasonal garb with that utterly cool Isabel Marant quality.
A pair of floral shorts are a must have this season. We'll dress them up with heels and a slouchy knit for evenings or pare them down with a button-down and loafers for day.

Sneak Peek: Zara's Floral and Sheer Spring Collection

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:45:38 PST

Before you plan on maxing out your credit card on a designer piece, we suggest you peruse Zara's latest lookbook. The brand is giving us a lesson in Spring trends with its new Spring/Summer signature and TRF collections, highlighting the most coveted looks from the runway. Inside, take a look at the pretty languid sheer tops and dresses, tempered with statement printed shorts and pleated leather skirts. We also love the idea of donning a daring double-slitted dress for a sleek cocktail look, or trying a print-on-print ensemble for our next fashion soiree. Want to see more? Check out the slideshow to see more looks from Zara's Spring collection now.

The Best Clutches to Perfect Your New Year's Eve Outfit!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:38:01 PST

The clutch is one of our favorite accessory trends this season, so we've rounded up a few of our must haves and there's sure to be a style to suit any personality. From notice-me neons to a party-perfect glitter clutch from Anya Hindmarch that we'll definitely be carrying come New Years' Eve, these ultra-cool clutches provide the perfect finish to any holiday ensemble!