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How Would You Wear It? Mischa Barton

FabSugar — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:26:42 PST

Who is this matron and what has she done with the sassy Mischa Barton? I've always known that Mischa is capable of making fashion faux pas, but this is pure insanity! At the Closing the Ring UK premiere, it appears the actress is having an identity crisis.

The only thing I applaud Mischa for are her studded, Louboutin Mary Janes. Other than that, I'd save the bow-tie blouse for a luncheon and the poofy black-taffeta skirt for a Halloween costume. She should have simply chosen a more age-appropriate dress. Perhaps she can take some pointers from her former O.C. co-star Rachel Bilson.

How would you wear it?

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Trend Alert: Bow Tie Blouses

FabSugar — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:30:33 PDT

Last week I showed you a debatable bow tie blouse, and I'm still on the fence about this style in general. Maybe you can all convince me to love bow tie blouses. They are definitely in masculine-feminine turf, and I love a perfect bow now and again, but something about them makes me feel...claustrophobic. I dunno. The way to wear these is with some trousers and kick ass peep toes, and hark! You are an English poet!

Banana Republic Silk big dot blouse, $78	Marc by Marc Jacobs Nora Print Twill Top, $228
D&G Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Chiffon Blouse with Tie Neck , $445	Catherine Malandrino Puff sleeve blouse, $395
Free People Brigitte Chiffon Blouse, $108	MILLY Tie-Neck Sleeveless Blouse, $218
YA-YA champagne silk lace neck tie blouse, on sale for $145 (originally $334)	Rag & Bone Wrap Neck Blouse, $239	Trina Turk 'Juliet' Chain Print Blouse, $238

First Look! LOFT Fall 2012 Offers Up Bold Prints, Pretty Pleats, and Pretty Pumps - All Under $150

Marisa Tom — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:41 PDT

LOFT, also known as Ann Taylor's younger, super-independent sister, is taking its Fall 2012 collection for a youthfully chic spin, offering up countless ways to master the "art of print" with cool takes on classic pieces and covet-worthy accessories. Divided into four stylized apartments - think artsy style setter, sleek Francophile, sophisticated lady about town, and polished bohemian - LOFT's autumnal lineup showed off everything from chunky knits and nude suede booties to silky polka-dot printed blouses paired with equally patterned trousers. We spotted slick tortoise shell bow-tie belts, metallic snakeskin satchels, tribal-inspired statement necklaces, and softer than soft scarves just waiting to be draped around your neck. The best part? These pieces are totally affordable; nothing's priced over $150 and most pieces are under $75. Keep clicking to take a closer look at LOFT's complete Fall '12 line.

First Look! Over 80 Photos of Ann Taylor's Cool French-Girl-Inspired Fall 2012 Preview

Marisa Tom — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:29:34 PDT

For Fall 2012, Ann Taylor's head designer Lisa Axelson crossed the pond and took to the banks of the Seine, to the cozy-chic cafés of Montmartre, and to the gardens of the Tuileries. The result? An autumnal collection not only reminiscent of her travels, but also totally inspired by la femme jolie. Apart from the brand's signature animal-print wares (this time, in a digital dalmatian iteration), we spotted pretty peplum tops paired with colorful pencil skirts and patterned trousers with striped blouses for the Parisian girl on the go; '60s boxy gamine peacoats and styled and cropped fur capes with retro tweed separates fit for the refined fashionista; and an ethereal capsule of black-and-white wedding pieces for the bride-to-be. On the accessories front, Ann Taylor proved its cool-girl status with a plethora of covetable cold-weather must haves, showing off leather two-toned crossbody bags, printed calf-hair ankle boots, pointy T-strap heels, slick bow-tie belts, and bold-hued felt fedoras. Want to see what else Ann Taylor has in store for Fall? Just click the slideshow to see over 80 photos of the new collection.

15 Super Cute Bows Worth Wearing This Spring

Marisa Tom — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:30:17 PDT

Bows are no longer just for the frill-seekers. The Spring 2012 runways - namely Miu Miu, Valentino, Viktor & Rolf, and Carven - have proven that these sweetly twisted knots are the perfect flirty accent for any serious style-setter. To this point, it's less about the overtly girlie Little Bo Peep fluff and more about the subtle ways in which we can show off a romantic detail without going overboard. From bow-infused clutches to silky tie-front blouses, it's easy to incorporate this ladylike offshoot into your day-to-day wardrobe. Whether you find inspiration straight from the catwalk or look to celebs like Emily Blunt, seen in cool Gianvito Rossi bow-tie pumps, and Sarah Jessica Parker, who recently wore a Spring '02 Louis Vuitton frock cinched with a bow sash, there's certainly a happy styling medium for the bow-inclined. To get you started, click through to see our editors' picks - and shop your favorite iterations now.

Polished and Chic For Under $100 - These 30 Finds Make Looking Ladylike Really Easy

Hannah Weil — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:46:52 PDT

It doesn't take a lot to make us happy; sometimes, all it takes is a really great dress. That must be why we're so fond of Spring's ladylike trend - all it takes is a pretty frock or a figure-flaunting skirt to achieve the same comely looks we saw on Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Dolce & Gabbana's catwalks. Now we're making it even easier with a crop of ladylike finds that all come in under budget. Whether it's a flash of garden-variety print you're after or a retro-feeling pleated skirt or bow-tied blouse, we've zeroed in on the season's call to ladylike fits with 30 utterly lovely finds - and nothing over $100. Click on to see and shop the pieces we're loving - and channel Spring's sweetest trend.

Celeb Style: Jessica Alba's Chic Striped Blazer and Flares

Hannah Weil — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:48:42 PST

As far as transitional looks go, Jessica Alba got it just right, topping her flares with a preppy-cool striped blazer for an event in LA. We love that this style setter's knack for outfitting street-chic translates so easily into our own wardrobes. This one's especially perfect for the change of seasons and walks that line between casual and sophisticated, thanks to easy separates with a dressier feel. A bow-tied blouse feels infinitely more polished than a basic white tee, tucked into a pair of high-waisted denim. Throw on a striped blazer like Jessica's and finish with a little arm candy and a pair of platform booties for a style you can take to the office and right out to dinner. Love the easy-chic feel? Shop our editors' picks to channel Jessica's style.

1 Bow-Front Blouse, 3 Easy Ways to Wear it

Allison McNamara — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:00:41 PST

Bow-front blouses were in no short supply on runways at Chloé, Yves Saint Laurent, and Marc Jacobs. We fell head over heels for this tie-front top by 3.1 Phillip Lim, and today, we're going to show you three fresh ways to wear it. Whether you’re going out on the town, enjoying the weekend, or heading to lunch, we're about to prove that this citrus blouse is just as easy to style as your basic white button-down. On Allison: Zara skirt, Final Touch Top, Pour La Victoire shoes, JewelMint bracelet

How to Wear 1 Blouse 3 Ways

FabSugar — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 03:56:45 PDT

Bow-front blouses were in no short supply at the Spring '11 runways at Chloé, Yves Saint Laurent, and Marc Jacobs. We fell head over heels for this tie-front top by 3.1 Phillip Lim, and today, we're going to show you three fresh ways to wear it. Whether you’re going out on the town, enjoying the weekend, or heading to lunch, we're about to prove that this citrus blouse is just as easy to style as your basic white button-down. On Allison: Zara skirt, Final Touch Top, Pour La Victoire shoes, JewelMint bracelet

Obsessed With . . . the Tuxedo

Hannah Weil — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:30:06 PST

When our evening style sensibilities crave something a little more snappy, we look to the tuxedo. Tuxedo looks dominated the Fall runways at Jason Wu, Tibi, Dolce & Gabbana, and Moschino, then on sharply dressed celebs like Olivia Palermo and Evan Rachel Wood. Not that the tux is new on the scene; we owe it to greats like Marlene Dietrich for making the menswear evening staple a glamorously cool option for us girls. With holiday season approaching, and with it, a bevy of parties, we totally plan on utilizing the look via slim black trousers, tailored suit jackets (leather lapels optional), and blouses with crisp contrast piping. If we're feeling particularly snazzy we'll finish the look with a playful bow tie and a classic pair of heels to counter all the boyish charm.

Clockwise from top left: Marlene Dietrich, Jason Wu Fall 2011 runway, Mason Margiela 4 Tie ($75, originally $98), Olivia Palermo, Topshop PU Trim Ankle Grazer Trousers ($80), Equipment Bret Colorblock Blouse ($208), Gap Suede Bow Pumps ($80), Marwood Lace Bow Tie ($141), Tibi Black Tuxedo Jacket With Leather Trim ($505)