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All the 3.1 Phillip Lim Pre-Fall 2012 Accessories

Christina Perez — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:11:14 PST

>> Neo-noir comics were the inspiration for Phillip Lim's Pre-Fall 2012 collection, and the designer is offering up accessories - in the form of graphic-art clutches, transparent-paneled Pashli satchels, and superhero zip-booties - to match. Click through to peek those pieces and more, available for pre-order on Moda Operandi now.

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The New Online Arrivals We're Coveting This Week

Christina Perez — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:29:02 PST

>> The best of the new arrivals, all in one place. With the flood of Resort 2012 pieces taking over stores, a few Spring 2012 items trickling in, and all the Holiday 2011 items still lingering about, the shopping options this time of year seem nearly endless. So, which of the just-in pieces are topping our list this week? Think ponyhair pumps from Alexander McQueen, a hyper-floral shift from Erdem, and drool-worthy handbags from 3.1 Phillip Lim - just to name a few. Shop all those, plus more, here in the slideshow.

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3.1 Phillip Lim Pre-Fall 2012

fashionologie — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:07:42 PST

>> For Pre-Fall 2012, Phillip Lim drew on his lifelong fascination with neo-noir comics like Sin City, Superman, and V for Vendetta. While the inspiration was taken literally in the graphic KA-POW-emblazoned sweaters and clutches, it also moved in more subtle directions: "Everyone wants garments to be superheroes," Lim explained. "This 'fill in the blank' should save your day, your week, your year." Thus, the collection is full of "clothes that adapt to the lifestyle of the modern woman," in the designer's words, including reversible puffer jackets and blazers and skirts with zippers that adjust their proportions.

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Smoldering Stares and Safaris - Backstage at Proenza Schouler, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Michael Kors, and Anna Sui

fashionologie — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:16:34 PDT

>> Energy was still high backstage on the second-to-last day of New York Fashion Week. Lindsey Wixson did a Lolita impression at Anna Sui (left); Frida Gustavsson pulled off a Marilyn Monroe moment in her leopard and feather dress at Michael Kors; and everyone gave their best smoldering stare backstage at Proenza Schouler. See those snaps - and more from backstage at 3.1 Phillip Lim and Anna Sui - in the slideshow.

Photo: Greg Kessler

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3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2012

Christina Perez — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 17:29:37 PDT

>> After a few rocky minutes of silence - and waiting for all the photographers to take their places - the audience at Phillip Lim's Spring 2012 show was ready to see some action. Instead, they got serenity in the shape of light-as-air separates and sherbet hues. Lim played with "free form" this season, employing weightless materials and geometric cuts to explore the spirit of kites in motion. On relaxed tops and dresses, fabric was left free at the seams where it caught air and floated away from the body, wing-like. On jackets and vests, the motif manifested in asymmetric folds, simple deconstruction, and fabrics in countering weights.

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Victor, Victoriana - Summer's Moody Florals

Christina Perez — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:04:51 PDT

>> Play on to the dark side. Jason Wu showed inky florals for Resort 2011, Valentino offered vines of black lace for Spring 2011, and coming soon for Fall 2011? A whole host of enigmatic blossoms in dusky hues from the likes of Bensoni, Chris Benz, and Lanvin (left), just to name a few. Victorian drama, it seems, is here to stay. Slip into the long shadows of Summer with these darkly romantic pieces - and let them linger straight through Fall.

Image courtesy of Greg Kessler

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3.1 Phillip Lim Resort 2012

fashionologie — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:21:07 PDT

>> Resort collections are usually synonymous with escapist inspirations, but Phillip Lim is going “against nature” for his Resort 2012 collection, sticking with what he knows best - an urban environment. “The idea of going away is essentially artificial for me. These skyscrapers are my trees,” he explained, indicating his Manhattan surroundings. “At the end of the day, wherever these clothes go, they have to come back here.” Hence the collection's utilitarian elements, found on drawstring-waisted pants and slouchy jackets. Lim is also launching his first accessories collection for Resort this season, including patent leather satchels and latex, open-toed platform booties.

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Kick Off Summer With These Perfect Weekend Style Updates

Christina Perez — Fri, 27 May 2011 11:43:17 PDT

>> 40 gorgeous Summer pieces to help you celebrate the official start of the season - in style, from Memorial Day Weekend to beyond. Wherever you're headed - from the beach to the great outdoors - we've got everything you need for one long, chic summer.

Click through to shop our guide full of Summer weekend style inspiration.

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Get That Rose Glow - Our Top Pink Picks for Summer

Christina Perez — Mon, 23 May 2011 11:44:51 PDT

>> This season, the quintessential "girl" color gets a much-needed update. Spotted on the Spring 2011 runways of everyone from Costume National to Valentino - and in every shade from barely-there pastels to super-bright magenta - pink is definitely the hue of the season. But don't expect to find the bubble gum pop and saccharine sweetness of Summers past - this season's take is unexpectedly edgy and all grown up. Look for pieces with modern, pared-down silhouettes and surprising details: accessories in unpredictable materials; dresses in clean, breezy shapes; and jewelry that walks the line between delicate and tough. Click through to shop our top picks from Cacharel, Prada, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Matthew Williamson and more in the slideshow.

Left to Right: The Row Spring 2011, Celine Fall 2011, Blumarine Spring 2011, Cacharel Spring 2011, Valentino Spring 2011, Loewe Spring 2011, Costume National Spring 2011

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Make a Splash - The Best Bikinis For Summer

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 20 May 2011 09:08:20 PDT

>> With swimwear on our mind, we rounded up our favorite bikinis of the season. Think marbled prints from Seventh Wonderland, sexy string renditions from Missoni, a chic nautical creation from By Malene Birger . . . and more two-piece swim inspiration in the slideshow!

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