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Handbag Designer Spotlight: MZ Wallace

FabSugar — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 07:00:22 PDT

Amid a sea of gaudy and ambiguous designer handbags, MZ Wallace purses stand out with their utilitarianism. Founders Lucy Wallace Eustice, a former Harper's Bazaar editor, and Monica Zwirner, a fashion stylist and interior designer, met through the fashion industry. Turns out, they had the same vision; they both realized that luxury consumers weren't about to give up their Birkins for newcomers.

They also knew that women who spent thousands on bags also want a less serious option. MZ Wallace bags are relatively inexpensive (from $225 to $350) compared to many labels out there and are made of high-quality Italian nylon. They can all be purchased online through their site.

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The Billboard Music Awards Carpet Gets Glam With Katy, Miley, Julianne, and More

Lauren Turner — Sun, 20 May 2012 19:11:36 PDT

The stars came out in Las Vegas for the 2012 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand tonight. Hosts Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell kicked off the white carpet with a Jean Paul Gaultier-clad Miley Cyrus following closely behind. Nominee Taylor Swift wore red Elie Saab for the musical event, and presenter Julianne Hough chose a short Kaufman Franco dress. Alicia Keys, in long-sleeved Azzedine Alaia, had her husband, Swizz Beatz, by her side, as did performer Carrie Underwood, who looked glamorous in a sparkly Oscar de la Renta gown. Katy Perry matched her purple hair with a lilac Blumarine look and posed with her grandmother before heading inside to take the stage. Also on hand were Justin Bieber, Usher, John Legend and fiancée Chrissy Teigen, and Jordin Sparks - click through to see them all!

Our Biggest, Brightest Color Breakdown Ever: The Top Color Trends For Spring 2012

Marisa Tom — Sat, 19 May 2012 05:00:33 PDT

For Spring 2012, designers dipped their collections into every shade and vibrancy of the Roy G. Biv spectrum. Simply put, it's all about placing your favorite colors on blast. From ladylike pastel pinks at Rochas and powdery floral blues at Erdem, to electric greens at Jean-Paul Gaultier and soft lemon iterations spotted at Jason Wu, it's safe to say where there's color, there's a way to wear it. We've rounded up the prettiest blues, reds, purples, and more to pop up on the runways and taken care to hone in on the coolest color combos we've seen this season. Time to put those chic black pieces away (for now), and click through to see which rainbow-inspired shade you'll be donning for Spring.

4 Wine Varietals You Should Know

Susannah Chen — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:48:47 PDT

With the United States officially surpassing France in total wine consumption, wine drinkers aren't just about Chardonnay and Cab - they're into New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Argentinian Malbec, and Australian Shiraz, too.

But beyond the usual suspects, there are plenty of grape varietals out there are that have flown under the radar. Take the time to seek them out, as they've got distinct flavor characteristics and are generally awesome values. For some of our favorites, keep reading.

Why You'll Love to Use the Color Wheel in Your Makeup Routine

Jessica Cruel — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:10:00 PDT

The color wheel is used by professional makeup artists time and time again to help disguise discoloration on the skin, as well as find the best shadows for any eye color. Learn how to use this tool at home to raise your application skills to megastar status.

Emphasis: Color theory can be used to bring out your best colorful feature - your eyes. When you arrange two colors from the opposite side of the wheel next to each other, it makes them both pop. So blue-eyed beauties should look to orange and golden-toned shadows and liners. Green-eyed girls look to purple or rosy shades for an extra bright look. And for the brown-eyed babes, practically every color can work for you.
Corrections: If you're looking to reduce the appearance of a mark, dark spot, or pimple, turn to a colored primer or concealer to balance out the area. So, if you're attempting to shade in visible blue under-eye veins, reach for an orange concealer. Have rosacea or a red-toned pimple? Dab on a bit of green primer to erase it. Just remember: put an unwanted color in its place by looking to the opposite side of the wheel to find its balancing match.

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Zoe Saldana on Her Style Guru, Not Being a "Pink Girl", and More at the Cosmo Latinas Launch

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:43:50 PDT

With her supporting family in tow, Zoe Saldana celebrated her cover on the first issue of Cosmopolitan Latinas last night at the Press Lounge in NYC looking gorgeous in a frothy mauve Elie Saab Couture dress, Bottega Veneta clutch, Brian Atwood pumps, and Irit Design jewels. Between her infectious smile and down-to-earth personality, it was hard not to fall in love with the beautiful actress. At the event, the actress let us in on her style secrets, not being a "pink girl," and why she loves being in her 30s:

On where her style comes from: "My stylist Petra Flannery, she is my must have. I work so hard and I am nonstop that sometimes taking time to think about what I am going to wear is overwhelming. She is one of my closest friends and her taste is exquisite. I literally just show up at her door and if I have time, I love just staying with her one entire afternoon and see what I've been missing, like all of the collections in Paris, New York, or London. Petra Flannery is my go-to, my must."
On her organic style process: "I will say no to certain things; I am not a pink girl. This [dress] took years for Petra to get me to wear - feminine, pretty colors, and pastel. I always want things to be hard and poignant and sometimes, you need these things because they mellow you out, you know? They really help you feel so great."
On three words that describe her style: "Unexpected, emotional, and weather-oriented."

See pictures of Zoe Saldana on the cover of Cosmopolitan Latinas, plus read what she has to say about her Oscars dress debate, and why she loves being in her 30s.

See All the Pictures From the Met Gala!

Molly Goodson — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:28:33 PDT

The annual Met Gala in NYC on Monday night didn't disappoint, with famous faces from the big and small screens, the music industry, and the fashion world all stepping out in their finest. Carey Mulligan, one of the evening's hosts, showed up in a metallic Prada frock in honor of the exhibit, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations. Diane Kruger also chose a gown by Prada, as did Gwyneth Paltrow. Gwyneth was one of many ladies who went short for the fashionable soiree, along with Kristen Stewart in Balenciaga and Emma Stone in a leg-baring red Lanvin.

Color was also a trend, with January Jones choosing a strapless yellow Versace and Emily Blunt in coral Calvin Klein. Emily brought her husband John Krasinski to the bash, but she wasn't the only one with her man by her side. Julianne Hough posed in Carolina Herrera with Ryan Seacrest close by, and Gisele Bundchen showed PDA with Tom Brady on her way into the event. Claire Danes, who stunned in a sexy white J. Mendel, cozied up to her husband Hugh Dancy for the affair, and Jessica Biel wore ankle-length Prada on the arm of fiancé Justin Timberlake, with her huge engagement ring on display.

Beyoncé Knowles made a grand entrance in a lace Givenchy with a flowing train of indigo feathers, while Diane Kruger followed suit in a bright purple Prada. Vampire Diaries' Nina Dobrev went sexy in a black and gold Donna Karan, Rihanna showed skin in Tom Ford, and Cameron Diaz went with a backless Stella McCartney.

There were so many gorgeous looks on the red carpet and hundreds of pictures, so click through to see them all and make sure to weigh in on Fab's Met Gala fashion polls!

Stars Keep the Fun Going at the Met Gala Afterparty

Allie Merriam — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:21:22 PDT

After last night's big Met Gala, many of the A-list attendees kept the fun going with an afterparty at Crown. There was also an event at the Ukrainian Institute of America, and a handful of attendees decided to check out a bash at the Top of the Standard, including Kristen Stewart. Make sure to check out our roundup of Met Gala pictures from the red carpet to see who wore what to the annual extravaganza!

Emma Stone rocked her little red Lanvin to the postparty, while Diane Kruger traded her purple Prada for an ab-revealing skirt and cropped top combo. Kristen Bell and her fiancé Dax Shephard joined in on the fun, as did Carey Mulligan and her new husband Marcus Mumford! Carey and Marcus made the rounds along with Glee's Dianna Agron. There were plenty more celebs out for the evening - click through to see Jessica Biel, Sofia Vergara, Eva Mendes, Lily Collins, and many, many more.

Met Gala 2012: The Top Trends From the Red Carpet

Noria Morales — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:49:04 PDT

The Met Gala is in full swing, but we have the top trends from the red carpet right here. Metallics might have been the big story of the night, with Karolina Kurkova stunning in a slim-fitting gown and matching turban courtesy of Rachel Zoe, Michael Kors dressing Jessica Alba like a golden goddess, and Camilla Belle looking every bit the '20s siren in Ralph Lauren. There were also plenty of feathers, from Diane Kruger's purple Prada gown to Kate Bosworth's flirty Prada dress. It continues to be the year of the peplum, while the next big trend (sorry, Angelina's leg) in sexy dresses appears to be all about showing some sexy back - case in point, Rihanna. Click through to see the top trends from the Met Gala 2012.

That's a Wrap - See All the Beauty and Fashion From the 2012 Met Gala!

Katie Henry — Mon, 07 May 2012 20:58:37 PDT

Red carpet fashion and beauty coverage:

See your favorite stars, couples, and designers at the Met: