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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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Fresh Stripes

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:17:47 PDT

>> Now is the time to bust out your whites, as smartly styled by Nicole from Gary Pepper Vintage. She puts together a look, made up of a chiffon skirt, striped top, cardigan, and oxfords, that's Spring defined. Inspired? Shop our similar and exact picks from American Apparel, Rag & Bone, and Topshop now.

Left to right: American Apparel Chiffon Skirt ($58), Rag & Bone Beach Tee ($150), Topshop Cross Necklace ($28), American Apparel Bobby Oxfords ($120), Topshop Crochet Cardigan ($60), Yves Saint Laurent Ring ($195), MAC Lip Gloss ($19), Rebecca Minkoff Tote Bag ($150)

Photo courtesy of Gary Pepper Vintage

Melon Marvel

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:06:54 PDT

>> Sheer skirts have remained a strong trend for this upcoming Spring and Summer, and our latest street-snapped look proves it. She showed off her sheer tendencies with an eye-catching, melon-hued skirt from American Apparel. Note how she pairs it with neutral elements for a flirty and feminine look. Shop similar and exact picks now.

Left to right: American Apparel Sheer Chiffon Skirt ($46), Zara Jacket ($90), Wilt Intimates Voile Hi Lo Slip ($60), Assad Mounser Cataclysm Collar ($488), American Apparel Clutch ($50), Schutz High Heel Suede Pumps ($150)

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Cropped and Tailored

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:50:50 PDT

>> Crop tops are a '90s throwback option that can be made modern for Spring, as exemplified by Adeline Rapon. The French cutie stepped out donning a paired of tailored, high-waist trousers with a silky cropped tank. A camel fringe wrap scarf, peep-toe wedges, and simple tote complete her chic menswear-inspired ensemble. Shop similar and exact items from American Apparel, Casio, and Stuart Weitzman now.

Left to right: American Apparel Linen High-Waist Pant ($75), Arden B Ruana Cable Fringe Wrap ($40), American Apparel Silk Crop Tank ($35), Casio Watch ($35), Anthropologie Grand Scale Tote ($248), Stuart Weitzman Laser-Cut Peep-Toe Lace-Up Wedge ($375)

Photo courtesy of Adeline Rapon

14 Hot Sunnies to Top Off Your Spring Look!

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:25:12 PDT

>> There's nothing we like more than topping off a Spring look with the perfect pair of sunglasses. To help you choose, we rounded up our favorites for inspiration: think floral, fabric-covered sunnies by Rodarte for Opening Ceremony; rad, zippered creations from Alexander Wang; and electric-blue hues from American Apparel. That, plus more to add to your must-haves list in the slideshow.
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Spring Dress Dreaming - Shop Our Favorite Picks!

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:16:01 PDT

>> Today, we're day dreaming of Spring dresses and all of the possibilities that come with them. A white eyelet version from Isabel Marant, a bright colorblocked creation from Marc by Marc Jacobs, Carven's feminine masterpiece, and more of our top picks in the slideshow!
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Coloring Genius

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 12:34:33 PST

>> If the usual fare of denim skinnies left you singing the blues, dip your stems in something more colorful. Liz Cherkasova from Late Afternoon styled her burnt sienna pants with a striped sweater, leather vest, circle scarf, and Pierre Hardy for Gap booties. Emulate her brilliant high-contrast look with similar and exact picks from American Apparel, Forever 21, and Ray-Ban.

Left to right: American Apparel Burnt Sienna Pants ($78), Ray-Ban Wayfarer Sunglasses ($140), Topshop Leather Vest ($85), Marciano Circle Scarf ($58), Pierre Hardy for Gap Booties ($195)

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Look We Love - Hanneli Mustaparta in Blue

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:53:11 PST

>> It doesn't take much to notice model-turned-photographer and possibly soon-to-be eBay entrepreneur Hanneli Mustaparta, but we can't help but to pay extra attention to her street-snapped outfit. To fend off the cold-weather chills, Hanneli donned a chunky sky blue sweater from Acne with a flared black skirt, tights, and Acne wedge ankle boots. Matching nail polish, Mulberry bag, and double-wrap belt top off her Winter cool. Get the same look with picks from Emporio Armani, Free People, Wolford, and American Apparel.

Left to right: Emporio Armani Sweater ($139), Wolford Leggings ($40), BCBGENERATION Pleated Black Skirt ($78), American Apparel Cameo Blue Nail Polish ($6), Free People Covered Wedge Booties ($100, originally $178), Cooperative Leather Double Wrap Skinny Belt ($28), Mulberry Alexa Bag ($1,250)

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Look We Love - Pleated Maxis and Camel Toppers

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 09:29:13 PST

>> If you're searching for an inspiring Winter outfit, look no further. This street-snapped cutie looks simultaneously cozy and cool in a pleated maxi skirt, cable knit sweater, camel coat, and brown lace-up booties. Smitten? Emulate the look with pieces from Charlotte Ronson, Rag & Bone, Mango, and American Apparel.

Left to right: Mango Wool Mix Camel Coat ($241), Falke Soft Merino Tights ($65), Charlotte Ronson Pleated Maxi Skirt ($175, originally $250), Topshop Camel Felt Floppy Hat ($50), Rag & Bone Combat Boots ($248, originally $495), Gap Cable Knit Sweater ($30, originally $60), American Apparel Skinny Belt ($34)

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Fashion in 50 Seconds 03/30/10 Shu Uemura Exits U.S., Young Designers Increase Use of Fur

coutorture — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:25:46 PDT

Fashion's younger designers are increasing their use of fur on the runway, while the older guard like Donna Karan and Ralph Lauren have gone fur free. Even Karl Lagerfeld's fall 2010 show for Chanel used 100% faux fur.

The end of American Apparel could be near.

"Whether you're thin, fat, small, dark, blond, redhead, you wanna be something else. I wanted a fairy godmother to make me look like Marilyn Monroe. I had no boobs, no hips, and I wanted it desperately."-Twiggy on dreaming of having curves in '60s London.

Cindy Crawford's secret to looking young is having the right hair color.

British brand Aquascutum has tapped Beatrix Ong to design accessories and footwear. The womenswear and menswear replacement has yet to be announced.

Shu Uemura exits the U.S. market.

Above: Brian Reyes fall 2010