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Watch Old Hollywood Glamour Take Over on Jenny Packham's Fall 2012 Runway

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:04:37 PST

Jenny Packham paid homage to 1940s women, showcasing a palette of rich red, black, and white gowns - perfectly tailored for any red carpet. These true Old Hollywood style frocks included beautiful embellishments and silhouettes that hug every curve. Watch her entire runway show here!

Marc Jacobs Fall 2012

Marisa Tom — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:45:08 PST

One thing's for sure - nothing is off limits or out of the realm of possibility when Marc Jacobs is at the helm. Set in a Rachel Feinstein-designed storybook-inspired castle-in-ruins Winter wonderland, he presented his Fall '12 lineup with more than just a little fashion fanfare. The first word that comes to mind? Hats! And lots of them, all by mastermind milliner Stephen Jones; each one more wonderfully whimsical than the one before. These wild toppers, in addition to the parade of rich, slightly oversized outerwear, giant safety pin closures, bejeweled square-toed shoes, luxe ostrich-skin handbags, and more, served as a serious testament to Marc's vivid imagination. All flights of fancy aside, though, there were ultra-wearable pieces peeking out from under the more fantastical garb. To this point, we spied cozy layered tweeds in muted tones, shimmery metallic pencil skirts in looser silhouettes, and slick cropped pants sent out in leather, brocade, and jacquard versions. Marc Jacobs's Les Misérables-meets-Dickensian disco-meets Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter tea party collection certainly highlighted the fact that fashion, at its core, is whatever you make of it . . . and yes, wildly fun.

Trends: rich textiles like brocade and jacquard, floppy hats, oversized outerwear, fur-accented accessories.
Colors: Muted jewel tones - green, purple, ruby red, pink, slate gray, and black.
Key Piece: Slightly oversized coats in luxe fabrics and cropped pants in every texture, from leather to brocade.
Accessories: Fabulously fantastical hats in every color, square-toed shoes with crystallized buckles, long opera-length gloves with finger cutouts, and large boxy totes, some covered in fur, some made in decadent ostrich skin textures.
Who Would Wear It: The fashion-daring set, like Anna Dello Russo.

Watch Zac Posen's Body-Conscious Fall 2012 Collection Featuring Coco Rocha

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:43:40 PST

Zac Posen's body-conscious Fall 2012 collection drew inspiration from the Far East. Complete with trumpet skirts, mermaid gowns, floral prints, and Asian-inspired accents, Zac made sure his designs had women feeling - and looking - like sirens in their own skin. Check out his entire runway show here, featuring Coco Rocha.

See Chris Benz's Vibrant Throwback Party Attire at His Fall Presentation

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:33:44 PST

Imagine what your mother looked like in the '60s: bouffants, full skirts, and pleats. Then add floral prints, lamé, and a whole lot of sequins, and you'd have Chris Benz's Fall 2012 collection - a fun, retro twist on party attire. Check out his entire presentation here.

Stacey Bendet of Alice + Olivia Tells Us How to Wear Sequins for Day!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:32:01 PST

Alice + Olivia is known for its party-perfect outfits, luxe materials, and loads of sparkle. We caught up with designer Stacey Bendet, who gave us some tips on how to sport sequins during the day, and the inspiration for her glamorous Fall collection. Watch today's Fab Flash to see it all! On Allison McNamara: H&M blouse.

Check Out All the Perfect Party Ensembles at the Alice + Olivia Presentation

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:58:06 PST

Alice + Olivia party-perfect pieces can get any girl giddy for a night out, and for the Fall 2012 collection, designer Stacey Bendet didn't scrimp on the glamour. From watercolor prints, neon knits, lots of stripes, and of course, party dresses, there's something everyone will be waiting to dress up in. Check out the entire presentation here.

Karen Walker Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:40:17 PST

A little '60s mod, a little well-played kitsch - Karen Walker zeroes in on a playfully smart Fall '12, complete with paisley, pops of bold color, gold statement pieces, and her signature sunnies topping off every look. We'll have our full review posted shortly; for now, click through to see the collection.

Fashion Week Trend to Watch: Out-There Eyeliner

Miriam Lacey — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:13:49 PST

Winged eyeliner is always in fashion, but next season's looks take big, bold liner to new (literal) lengths. From hyper-extended lines at Zac Posen to Cleopatra eyes at Altuzarra, designers have sent out a bevy of gorgeous, innovative eyeliner looks you'll want to try for yourself. There's no need to wait until September to enjoy these, so check them out now.

Stealing Tips From the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Star Lounge

Angela Swinderman Elias — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:00:34 PST

Inspired by Pucci's geometric patterns and Chanel's florals, interior designer Wesley Cadle returns for a second time to create another memorable lounge for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Custom details include hand-paint fabrics commissioned by artists from Porter Teleo Studio that cover the upholstery, walls, and ceiling. The result is a watercolor wonderland that mimics the beauty of a delicate silk scarf. Click through the gallery for tips on how to incorporate modern art techniques with hints of feminine romance to re-create the feel of Cadle's fashionable Spring enclave.

Runway Trend to Try Now: Leather Opera Gloves and Dresses

Marisa Tom — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:50:35 PST

Along with the fabulous Fall '12 outerwear we've been seeing, there's another emerging trend that's high up on our "coveted style" list. Luckily, this one doesn't require us to wait to emulate its ultra-cool proportions. We're talking about the leather opera-length glove-and-dress look, of course. As seen at Diane von Furstenberg, Tommy Hilfiger, Rachel Zoe, Carolina Herrera, Rag & Bone, and Yigal Azrouël, this ladylike pairing strikes up a nuanced and nostalgic feel with all the right attention to stylish detail. Simply put, designers have injected their Fall '12 collections with a totally refreshed spin on a retro classic look. It's a quick Spring styling coup - just accent flirtier floral print dresses with long Winter gloves, or take notes straight from the runway on how to pull of this easy, elegant dressing matchup in darker color combos. Click through the widget below and shop your favorite gloved pairings now.

From left to right: Carolina Herrera, Rachel Zoe, and Diane von Furstenberg

Oasis Placement Lace Dress - $116.38	TOUCH - Long leather gloves - $99.90
Easton Pearson Striped cotton and lace dress - $855.00	Peachoo + Krejberg Long leather glove - $599.00
Bluebell paisley maxidress - $225.00	Rosie - $146.00
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Pannier printed cotton dress - $710.00	Barneys New York Long Mixed Gloves - $129.00
Valentino Lace detail crepe de chine dress - $3,490.00	CAROLINA AMATO Opera-Length Leather Gloves - $288.00
Love 21 Billowy Layered Dress - $29.80	Barneys New York Long Cable Knit Gloves - $275.00
Single Victoria Belted Dress - $210.00	Forzieri Women's Silk Lined Black Italian Leather Long Gloves - $126.00
Dkny Agnes Floral Slip Dress - $295.00	Club Monaco Catherine Long Gloves - $99.00