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Catherine Malandrino Infinity Print Tunic Dress: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:15:33 PDT

There aren't enough positive words I can use to describe Catherine Malandrino's dresses. They are simply beautiful, feminine and unique. This Catherine Malandrino Infinity Print Tunic Dress, $425, is no exception. I love its Mondrian quality and the fuchsia, purple and white color combo. What a great way to hop on the latest pink bandwagon without being repetitive. Do you agree?

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Naeem Khan Fall 2012

Hannah Weil — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:01:23 PST

With the Oscars at the end of the month, Naeem Khan's gorgeously crafted red-carpet wear couldn't have come at a better time. Head-to-toe sparkle, full-length prints, embellished pants - Khan's wildly beautiful Fall '12 confections are begging to be worn right now. Beginning with an essentially ethnic-inspired feel, Khan sent ornately crafted tunic-style dresses and gowns down the runway that spoke decidedly to his native India. But, cinched at the waist with lovely black bows, these tunics are both somewhat exotic and at the same time steeped in classic red-carpet glamour. It's that wow factor that registers, the luxuriousness of it all, the decadence that unfolds in all-over sparkle, fringe trim, and jaw-dropping silhouettes. Showstoppers are Khan's bread and butter - in fact, it was hard not to audibly ohh and ahh with nearly every ensemble's turn down the runway. That's not to say you tire of the effect - you're captivated. It's not just the exotic detail, the texture, or the shine, it's how Khan masters the cut. Necklines and slits are sexy but never reveal too much; fringe and beading are used abundantly, but it never feels over-the-top. It's how Khan's mastered the art of razzle-dazzle with perfect allure.

Trends: Textured, embellished eveningwear; ethnic-feeling robe- and tunic-style gowns; dramatic black and white prints.
Colors: Black, white, silver, gold.
Key Piece: The gold full-length v-neck gown is begging for a red-carpet appearance.
Accessories: Open-toe cutout ankle boots, peep-toe pumps, ankle-strap heels.
Who Would Wear It: Hollywood A-listers and Oscar contenders like front-rower Ahna O'Reilly; beauties like Zoe Saldana and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley would carry off these gowns flawlessly.

Mary Katrantzou For Topshop Releases This Friday - See the Complete Lookbook

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:19:21 PST

If you're loving all of the vibrant floral prints seen so far on the Fall '12 runways, check out Mary Katrantzou's capsule collection for Topshop. The line, ranging from $80 to $700, debuts in stores and online this Friday and is sure to sell out fast. Peruse the entire lookbook now, featuring printed trousers, modern structural dresses, and tunics made in Katrantzou's signature artsy prints, and start making your shopping list for this Friday. See our favorite pieces below (plus styling tips), then get ready, set, shop.

We'd wear this silk printed dress over leather leggings and loafers for a fresh take on casual dressing.
These cropped floral trousers would look amazing with a chunky black turtleneck and booties for now, and later with a plain white tee and sandals.
Tuck in this silk collared top with cropped trousers and lace-up boots for a crisp office look.

Bump-Friendly Styles: Leopard-Print Finds for Mamas-to-Be

Nicole Abbott — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:16:11 PST

Dressing a growing bump can sometimes by a daunting task for mamas-to-be - after all, you still want to look fashionable! Leopard print is making a splash in maternity wear - just take a look at Jessica Simpson's maternity style! - and it's a classic print that will last the test of time, so you can save your leopard-print maternity items for a future pregnancy.

Leopard-print maternity tops - like the ASOS Maternity Leopard-Printed Top ($36), Short Sleeve Ruffled Maternity Tunic ($30), and the Rose Pope's Romantic Top ($195) - add a "glamazon" touch to your maternity outfit.

Be bold and add even more leopard print to your pregnancy wardrobe with Maternity Leopard Leggings ($40) or a leopard-print frock - like the Everly Grey Women's Kaitlyn 3/4 Sleeve Wrap Dress ($50) or the Elbow Sleeve Zipper Detail Maternity Dress ($100).

Check Out Chanel's Exotic Pre-Fall 2012 Collection

Hannah Weil — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:13:59 PST

With luxe fabrics, metallic saris, jeweled headpieces, and Chanel's signature tweed, Karl Lagerfeld transported his Pre-Fall Paris spectators to colonial India. Rest assured, this collection is free of over-the-top Bollywood clichés, instead offering up imperial references in its homage to Bombay. While it highlights Chanel's expertise - suiting, ladylike dressing, rich texture, and layers of pretty pearls - it all marries perfectly with a beautiful departure to a more exotic aesthetic. Revealing that "most of the inspiration is from Indian men’s clothes rather than women’s clothes," Lagerfeld's parade of dresses and skirts over pants, gold-embroidered tunics, beaded sandals, and flat booties speaks both to bohemian decadence and wearability.

Trends: Dresses over pants, metallics, bohemian.
Colors: Black, white, gold, silver, and gunmetal metallics; a splash of fuchsia, blue, and pink.
Key Look: The cropped white button-down with the white draped skirt over pants, the silver and gold saris.
Accessories: Layered beaded necklace, headpieces, nose rings, bangles, green and brown quilted crossbody bags, embellished sandals, metallic booties, black-and-white booties, ties.
Who Would Wear It: The refined bohemian and Chanel fans, Freida Pinto, Kate Bosworth, Alexa Chung.

Stylish Tummy-Concealing Clothes For Thanksgiving and Beyond

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:53:36 PST

If you're like us and plan on pigging out this Thanksgiving - pumpkin pie, here we come! - we suggest you prepare yourself wisely. Nothing is more uncomfortable than walking around in skinny jeans or a fitted dress after you've had your fill of turkey and all of the fixings that come with it. When sweats aren't an option, we suggest you stay cute and comfy in loose tunic dresses, stretchable waistlines, and drawstring pants. Just click the slideshow to see our top 10 stylish dressing options now.

Sneak Peek! Winter Kate's Bohemian Cool Spring '12 Collection

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:56:09 PDT

Spring might be awhile away, but take a peek at Nicole Richie's Winter Kate Spring '12 collection. Staying true to her bohemian-cool ways, Richie created a '60s collection filled with languid cuts and vintage-inspired prints. Come warmer weather, we can't wait to slip into her array of silky tunic dresses, maxi skirts, and pretty silk blouses. Check out our top three looks below, and then see the rest of the collection in the slideshow.

We love the pattern on this printed tunic minidress. Neutral yet still eye-catching.
This skirt and top combo give a fresh twist to Richie's boho vibe, thanks to the cool asymmetric details.
Check out the gorgeous neckline embellishment on this black maxi gown. Such a stunner.

See Tucker's Cool Prints For Spring '12

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:30:22 PDT

For Spring, Tucker's Gaby Basora created a covetable collection filled with eye-catching prints and sweet silhouettes. The line features a bevy of patterns, ranging from cute polka-dots to more southwestern-inspired prints, in the way of crepe de chine high-waisted trousers, blouses, pencil skirts, and jackets. Think cool, yet polished enough for the office. There were also a couple of effortless midiskirts and tunic dresses that caught our attention. Spring is still a while away, but you can check out the collection right now. Just see our top three ensembles from the line below, then click the slideshow to see the rest of the lookbook.

These polka-dot pants had us at hello – adorable!
We'd love to wear these breezy dresses on a sunny day, preferably near a white sandy beach.
These tribal print pieces are the perfect way to add spice to an office chic ensemble.

Thierry Mugler Spring 2012

FabSugar — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 14:07:48 PDT

Thierry Mugler, under the direction of Nicola Formichetti, presented a sculpted, tight, and provocative collection for Spring 2012. It's impossible to look at the collection and not wonder what Lady Gaga will be wearing - the nude and tan minidresses, a cutout white jumpsuit, or the gothic black uniforms? While much of the collection is intended for more daring fashionistas, there was a very cool pair of glittery leggings paired with an asymmetric tunic that could make its way to a red carpet outing near you.

Trends: sculptural cuts, cutouts, bandage dressing, short hemlines, asymmetry.
Colors: black, white, gold, nude, tan.
Key Look: the gold beaded leggings and tunic.
Accessories: minimal platform sandals.
Who Would Wear It: Aside from Lady Gaga? These are showstopping looks meant for music videos - think Rihanna and a non-pregnant Beyoncé.

Balenciaga Spring 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:26:32 PDT

Most shows wouldn't be able to top collapsing benches, which in turn led to collapsing editors, but such a small snafu couldn't deter the magnificence seen on Balenciaga's Spring runway showing. Staying true to the brand's signature style, Nicolas Ghesquière showed dramatic structure, volume, and space-age fabrics. “I don’t know if oversize is the right term for that type of construction,” Ghesquière told WWD. “But this famous, and for me, a very functional, concept of Cristobal is the idea of the space between the body and the fabric. The clothes float away from the body. It’s one of the big iconic things of Balenciaga. The fluidity of floating is beautiful, but it is something else. . . I think it’s something that Balenciaga invented." Shiny jewel-toned structured jackets, short shorts, graphic tops, fringe-like cellophane skirts, and pleated and folded trousers all rendered the cool, ultra-modern aesthetic the designer is known for. The dresses, ranging from oversize tunics to midi-length patchwork creations, were impossibly chic and innovative. Ghesquière, who is also famous for his covetable accessories, showed sharp and angular cutout booties and gorgeous leather oversize clutch bags. More details from the collection below, and check out our retrospective on Balenciaga.

Trends: Structure, high shine, short shorts, patchwork, pleats, folds.
Colors: Purple, dark gold, black, lavender, yellow, peach, red, sage.
Key Look: All of the round-shouldered structured jackets.
Accessories: Oversize visor hats, statement cuff bracelets, large leather clutches, sharp and angular cutout booties.
Who Would Wear It: Women who crave ultra-modern statement pieces.