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Frieze Art Fair Style - Dasha Zhukova

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 11:33:40 PDT

Dasha Zhukova made her rounds at the Frieze Art Fair VIP preview in London last week decked out in a textured Missoni knit dress and a complementary oversized coat. Zhukova built on the warm tones of her cozy pieces with semi-slouchy equestrian boots and a posh python bag, and to top it all off, she worked in a tassel necklace and chunky ring. Emulate her textural vibe with our chic picks from Missoni, Carlos Falchi, and American Eagle.

Left to right: Missoni Venere Knit Coat ($2,647), Carlos Falchi Python Hobo ($2,395), Ben-Amun Ribbon and Tassel Lariat Necklace
($320), Primadina Rose Quartz Single Ring ($220), American Eagle Equestrian Boots ($70), AGB Dress Knit Dress ($40, originally $54)

Kate Moss Gets a Couple of Coins from W

fashionologie — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:31:58 PDT

>> In late June, Kate Moss was spotted tooling around London in a couple of different coin necklaces, so when she showed up in September 2008 W wearing a jumble of similar necklaces, I had to investigate. Kate was in Istanbul shooting the W editorial until June 19, and she was snapped wearing the necklaces shortly after, when she returned to London on June 20 and June 23. So did she get to keep the Alexander McQueen and Isaac Manevitz for Ben-Amun coin necklaces credited in the editorial? Looks like . . .
*image: bauer-griffin, source

Tweed Toppers and Printed Denim

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:27:27 PDT

>> Denim skinnies have been remixed this season with new colors and prints, and our latest street style crush exhibits the latter to perfection. We love her modern vintage outfit, comprising rolled-cuff skinnies, open-knit sweater, and tweed jacket. Suede bow pumps and a studded bag from Alexander Wang complete her look. Get a similar ensemble with exact and similar picks from Isabel Marant, Marni, Of Two Minds, and American Apparel.

Left to right: Etoile Isabel Marant Ritchi Sweater ($225), Marni Printed Jeans ($321), Of Two Minds Carolla Blazer ($455), American Apparel Leather Belt ($34), Dara Ettinger Adriana Natural Pendant Necklace ($218), Ben-Amun Seed Bead Bracelet Set ($50), Alexander Wang Angela Bag ($650), Isabel Marant Poppy Suede Pumps ($620)

Photo courtesy of Stockholm Street Style

Two Ways to Wear Pre-Fall's Favorite Trend - Tunic-Over-Pants

Chi Diem Chau — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:14:02 PST

>> Tunic-over-pants pairings came back with a vengeance for Pre-Fall 2011 thanks to designers like Balenciaga, Calvin Klein, and The Row. No need to wait mid-year to nab the look: peep our two looks, one casual, one dressy, and get inspired for the next wave of throwback cool.

Casually Cunning, left to right: Electric Feathers Kimono Coat ($633), Topshop Stone Square Stud Earrings ($20), Zero + Maria Cornejo Cade Tunic ($695), Free People Super Skinny 5 Pocket Jeans ($78), Diane von Furstenberg Philomena Clutch ($325), Alexander Wang Ines Loafers ($425)

Fancy pants, left to right: Marc Jacobs Leaf Applique Tunic ($1,511, originally $3,022), Hope Hubert Trouser ($218), Lover Harvest Moon Cropped Blazer ($131, originally $435), Ben-Amun Green Double Square Drop Earrings ($80), Michael Antonio Luna Satin Pumps ($60)

Fash's Friday Obsessions! Need-Now Neutrals

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 09:11:20 PDT

This week, we're jonesing for neutral pieces with an edge like this Vanessa Bruno mohair sweater, Isabel Marant fringed leather skirt, and Urban Outfitters Navajo-print tunic. Snap up a pair of Madewell suede booties in an unexpected stone hue. And for accessories – a raw citrine ring and copper bracelet further our natural color palette.

Left to right: Urban Outfitters Navajo Tunic ($48), Vanessa Bruno Mohair Sweater ($1,106), Allison Schiller Raw Citrine Silver Ring ($395), Isabel Marant Leather Fringe Skirt ($1,735), Madewell Leather Booties ($198), Ben-Amun Brass Bracelet ($350)