More Spring '12 ad campaigns are coming in and we're loving what we're seeing. From Zuzanna Bijoch's artsy turn in Alexander McQueen to Candice Swanepoel's striking transformation for Prabal Guring, it's a harmonious Spring campaign medley. Draw sweet inspiration from Mulberry's dessert-filled boardwalk campaign, take hold of strong, feminine shapes from Proenza Schouler, or channel Hitchcockian Read more

Rodarte is well known for its romantic design sense and meticulous, elaborate gowns. Sisters Kate and Laura Mulleavy use intricate hand-stitched detailing and always pair their designs with artsy, ethereal hair and makeup. In anticipation of their Fall 2012 show, we're taking a look back at the most striking beauty looks from Rodarte's runways. Read more

Calling all creative minds and artsy stylistas, we've whipped up an inspired selection of DIY goodies, must-have art supplies, and Warhol-wearable pieces. For the girl who rocks a set of brushes and a canvas as her main mode of accessorizing, let these crafty picks enhance her cool, cultured world. With a colorful palette in mind and a visionary vibe at play, there's a gift worth giving for every Read more

November might be one of the last months where you can show off your cool ensembles before bundling up in your parka jacket. That said, Zara is giving us more amazing dressing options with its new November lookbook so we can take full advantage of these last few weeks of gorgeous weather. The mood is all about mysterious prints, chic jackets, and a smattering of ladylike skirts. Just what the Read more

While Portland may be known for its artsy, blogging inhabitants and gourmet food trucks, there's also serious elegance to be discovered in the rainy Oregon city. Top on the list is The Nines, a luxury hotel situated atop the landmark Meier & Frank Building. Designed by ForrestPerkins, the hotel was awarded with Best Hotel for the 2009 boutique DESIGN Awards. What's more, the hotel also landed Read more

With Fall upon us, I've been dreaming of the Northeast and all the gorgeous warm colors the season brings to the leaves. Tucked into the Berkshires, North Adams, MA is an artsy town, home to the Fall Foliage Festival in early October. But where to stay for the main event? Look no further than The Porches Inn. Porches was inspired by MASS MoCA, the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, "a Read more

Remember Richard Scarry books, where, thanks to his intricate illustrations and jump-right-off-the-page action, you could just stare at his colorful drawings for hours? Artist Julia Minamata's work might evoke a similar reaction. "I love makeup," Minamata explains on her personal blog, adding, "I don't own a lot or even use very much, but seeing new color palettes, formulations, textures, Read more

Jessica Simpson and her younger sister Ashlee Simpson were together in LA yesterday for an afternoon of errand running. Their mom, Tina, went along for the jaunt as well, as the family enjoyed some girls-only hanging out. Jessica's fiancée, Eric Johnson, wasn't along for the fun, though he was by her side last week for a multiple-day trip to NYC that included an artsy evening out at the opening Read more

In Skona Hem magazine, I discovered — and went mad for — an artsy and eccentric home by the bay north of Helsingborg, Sweden. Living by the bay (of San Francisco) myself, I'm always intrigued to see how others decorate coastal city homes. This home in particular is quite minimally designed with very soft white and gray interiors and a mix of eye-catching artwork. While there are some pricy Read more

If you're looking for transitional dressing inspiration, check out Anthropologie's August catalog. Staying true to its exotic-meets-eclectic aesthetic, the brand showed diaphanous layered lavender maxidresses paired with cinched striped poncho tops, pixel printed blouses with skinny jeans, and cardis accompanied with vibrant skirts. The footwear selection is especially eye-catching thanks to Read more