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 Read more

If you're looking for a new way to wear your old staples, here's a real gem: one of our favorite new everyday combinations (as seen here in Fallon's Fall '11 campaign) is a pretty silk blouse adorned with a statement necklace — it's fresh, modern, and totally ladylike, and can be worn with jeans and skirts alike. We've put together five especially delicious pairings, perfect for the office, Read more

For Spring '12, Giambattista Valli showcased a collection fit for parties and red carpet appearances. Fancy sheath dresses were the focal point in his collection, adorned with metallic embroidery and jeweled details. Texture also came into play via white fringe — made to look almost like fur, but without the weight — churned into chic bohemian vests and embellished on dresses. The same Read more

Pamela Love presented a Western-inspired Spring 2012 collection to a packed house at Milk Studios on Saturday night — including Anna Wintour. We walked in to discover a lineup of models paying homage to the Wild West with, for the first time, clothing crafted for the presentation — bandannas, cowboy hats, neutral trousers and skirts, and wide leather belts. As for the jewels, Love stays true Read more