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Fall Glimpse: Bold & Bright

FabSugar — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 15:10:22 PDT

Banish cold weather blahs forever with the upcoming bold & bright Fall offerings. Seriously, if I had these rich and electric colors in my wardrobe come January I think the snow would instantly melt wherever I went - take this fabulous Versace fruit punch coat, for example. Say hello to scarlet, vermilion, fuchsia, peacock, eggplant and grape - your new BFFs. Paired with noir and greys, get ready to shock the system.

Check out all my Fall 2007 coverage here!

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(Row 1, L-R: Maison Martin Margiela, Chloe, Lanvin, John Galliano, Jil Sander) (Row 2, L-R: Nina Ricci, Christian Dior, Alexander McQueen, Donna Karan, Stella McCartney) Source

Be Bold!

FabSugar — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 09:24:08 PDT

It looks like the bold hues that were all over the MTV Movie Awards weren't just coincidental: adding punch to an outfit with a shock or two of color is evolving into a full-fledged summer trend! This week's Life and Style takes inspiration from SJP's brightly colored accessories and put together a few adorable options. I especially love the red patent bag!

To see some of my bright-hued favorites,

Fall 2011 New York Fashion Week: Bright, Bold Lip Color

BellaTV — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 23:05:31 PST

At New York Fashion Week, models wore bold lip colors like coral, hot pink, and wine. Check out the looks at Jenni Kayne, Jill Stuart, Diane von Furstenberg, and more.

Cynthia Rowley Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:59:50 PST

Deriving inspiration from craftsmen - mechanics, cobblers, and (much more obviously) leathermen, Cynthia Rowley's own Fall craftsmanship honed in on these artists with a succinctly modern and much sportier interpretation. Save for denim on denim suiting or brilliant colored leather, there's not too much literal interpretation, but rather a cool collection of womanly, curve-conscious design married with menswear-inspired structure. We're treated to bold all-over prints washed over body-skimming sheaths, skinny pants, and even gloves. And while a tougher, boxier leather jacket lined in shearling might pinpoint Rowley's craftsmen influences, what takes shape is still definitively for the girls.

Trends: Colored leather, abstract prints, menswear.
Colors: Blue, black, maroon, orange, olive green, gray, white.
Key Piece: We love the printed pants, shearling-trimmed jacket, and deep navy leather pieces.
Accessories: Aviator shades, ankle boots, strappy platforms and socks, jeweled necklaces at the collar, feather-adorned bags, graphic printed gloves.
Who Would Wear It: Girls with an appetite for truly modern, crafty sportswear.

Don't Be Afraid to Play With Scale

Elka Karl — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:00:41 PST

In a recent interview on Dering Hall, Los Angeles-based designer Peter Dunham shared his thoughts on his line Hollywood at Home and offered excellent decorating tips.

One of my favorite tips from Dunham concerns scale - and the fact that we should consider it more carefully when decorating. Scale is just as important as pattern and color when decorating a space.

Dunham says,

In a high-ceilinged room, use an oversized chandelier. De-electrify it and just use it with candles so it becomes a piece of sculpture rather than a glaring light fixture, and it anchors the space. In a small room, choose a bold, big-pattern print and cover everything in it, the French way: walls, curtains, upholstery, et cetera. It gives the room vibrancy and glamor. Also, use large, but fewer, pieces in a small room-like a sofa that may seem too big-so it feels luxurious. In a large room, use smaller-scale pieces to create several areas and bring the space more to human scale.

I love the way that Dunham plays with scale in the room above, using a bold patterned print for the walls and matching sofa. It's an important lesson to remember when redecorating a room - keep scale a playful, and important, consideration.

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BCBG Runway Fall 2012

Noria Morales — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:15:43 PST

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 like sheer insets and clever pleating that made dresses look magically fluid and sharp at the same time. To counter the collection's emphasis on lightweight materials like silk and chiffon, it also sent cozy outerwear down the runway - we have mixed emotions on the return of gorilla-armed coats, but the multicolor fur vests and canvas and leather trenches were artful choices for next season. The minimalist approach to geometric forms and bold color combinations, together with the flowy silhouettes, make for clothes that are ideal to wear to a gallery opening.

Trends: Colorblocking, fur, architectural detail, Bauhaus.
Colors: Merlot, blush, camel, cream, navy, coral, teal.
Key Piece: The canvas and leather trench coat; the super-cool pleated dresses with tulle inserts.
Accessories: Open-toe ankle-strap sandals, bags with contrasting textures like snake and suede.
Who Would Wear It: Erin Wasson was in the front row, but the structured, urbane collection seems more suited to Naomi Watts or Thandie Newton.

10 Crosby Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:16:03 PST

Derek Lam's new venture, 10 Crosby, has fulfilled its cool-girl status for Fall '12. The third collection from the line, 10 Crosby showed plenty of bold prints, sharp tailoring, and just the right amount of femininity to please every downtown girl. Inspired by the classic holiday flick Home Alone, Lam and design director Liz Giardina envisioned what the 10 Crosby girl would wear on a snowy Winter day. With that thought in mind, the two created silky printed palazzo pants, cozy peplum cardigans, fox-fur vests, and pajama-inspired tops tempered with tailored poplin shirt dresses and sharp trousers. We especially love the chambray shirt dress and chunky peplum cardigan combo. More defining moments below, then check out the complete collection lookbook, starring Belgian beauty Hanne Gaby Odiele.

Trends: Bold prints, palazzo pants, sheer, plaid, peplum.
Colors: Red, nude, gray, green, brown.
Key Piece: We love the chic structured shirt dress and gray peplum sweater combination.
Accessories: Loafers, ankle-strap sandals, pumps, skinny belts, sling-back platform mules.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who like polish with an edge like Olivia Palermo, Amanda Brooks, and Kate Bosworth.

Steven Alan Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:29:39 PST

Our New York Fashion Week kickoff began this morning with Steven Alan. For Fall, the designer showed another batch of covetable casual-cum-cool offerings pairing his signature modern classic style with a bold touch of Mexican and folk influence. Full red skirts were paired with riding jackets and fedora hats and structured striped wool vests with slightly flared pants, and there was even a cute vintage-inspired tweed jumpsuit styled with a button-up blouse and cardigan. For a soft touch, the designer also supplied sweet peplum-embellished floral and striped dresses, plaid shirt dresses, and, for a little shine, black and gold brocade dresses and trousers. Read below for the complete breakdown, then check out the gallery to see the complete collection.

Trends: Knee-length skirts, peplums, stripes, plaid.
Colors: Gray, red, burgundy, brown, black.
Key Piece: We loved the Mexican-inspired blazers and vests.
Accessories: Wool fedora hats, oxfords, lace-up ankle boots, skinny belts, cozy tights, ankle-strap sandals.
Who Would Wear It: Casual-cool girls like Kirsten Dunst and Alexa Chung.

22 of the Best Runway Looks From Diane von Furstenberg

Brittney Stephens — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:00:00 PST

Diane von Furstenberg knows how to make women look and feel beautiful. She brings a fierce femininity to each runway collection, never shying away from throwing in bold lip color, dramatic eye shadow, or a carefully-crafted bouffant. See some of the prettiest looks from Diane's past runway shows to understand her daring, beauty moves.

Shop These Pretty Red and Pink Pieces in Time For Valentine's Day

Brittney Stephens — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:34 PST

Red and pink are undeniably evocative of Valentine's Day, and while it's a bold color combination to wear, it can also look incredibly chic - remember Sarah Jessica Parker's epic red and pink Prabal Gurung colorblock look? We love seeing bright pops of color together no matter what time of year it is, but this may be the perfect time to try a fun, flirty, dichromatic look. Feeling festive? Click through the widget below to shop our red and pink picks now.

Equipment Hibiscus Silk Signature Shirt - $394.35	Charlotte Olympia Colorblock Platform Pump - $875.00
Preen Line Antigua stretch-cotton dress - $450.00	Stella McCartney STRIPED WOOL CARDIGAN - $839.00
Marc By Marc Jacobs 'Memphis' bag - $689.00	Lucky Brand Bracelet, Small Red Bangle - $39.00
Alice + Olivia 'Claire' Maxi Dress - $365.00	ASOS HUSH Color Blocked Bow Platform Sandal - $134.29
Stella McCartney KNIT JUMPSUIT - $1,055.00	Stella Mccartney colour block dress - $1,309.00
I married an adventure clutch - $325.00	Jc De Castelbajac Vintage Oversize coat - $1,959.00
Stella McCartney Perspex-heeled two-tone satin sandals - $1,025.00	Equipment Signature Colorblock Blouse: Pink - $218.00
Jonathan Saunders 'Birch' top - $949.00	Bottega Veneta COLOR-BLOCK DRESS - $1,385.00
Melissa + Vivienne Westwood Anglomania LADY DRAGON VII - $190.00	Pink/red Woven Britannia Skull Box Clutch - $1,995.00
Preen Polly Dress - $1,285.00	Moschino Cheap and Chic Women's Rita Sandal - $495.00
Stella Mccartney 'Eveline' Dress - $1,039.00	Marni Edition short sleeve crew neck t shirt - $248.00
Fendi tri-color wedge sandal - $565.00	Vintage cotton long-sleeve tee - $34.50
Matthew Williamson Red/Rosebud Draped Jersey Dress - $1,020.00