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J Brand's Best Sellers This Season? Brightly-Colored Jeans

Christina Perez — Tue, 31 May 2011 08:58:51 PDT

>> After producing last Summer's runaway favorite - the Houlihan skinny cargo pant - J Brand has an even bigger hit on its hands this year: the colored jean. Over 100,000 pairs of the brand's brightly-hued skinny jeans have been sold since March, according to J Brand founder Jeff Rudes, already outpacing the Houlihan.

Rudes says he was feeling color earlier this year, but after he saw a fuchsia Jil Sander men's suit on display at Jeffrey in early February, he ordered his team to speed up production, Cathy Horyn reports. “Most people don’t get that we’re interpreting fashion through a jean, including our competitors,” Rudes explained.

Rudes is banking on the continued popularity of the super-brights, with a spread of neon jeans done in collaboration with known neon-afficionado Christopher Kane set to be introduced this October, retailing at $250.

Shop the Look: Colored jeans from J Brand, Current/Elliott, and more, below.

J BRAND Bright Red Skinny Leg Pants - Sold Out	Legacy Zip Legging - Coral - Sold Out
Citizens of humanity THOMPSON SKINNY JEANS - Sold Out	Current/Elliott STILETTO JEANS - Sold Out
J Brand THE SKINNY LEG JEANS - Sold Out	J Brand 811 Mid-Rise Skinny in Bright Orange-! - Sold Out
Ksubi Super Skinny low-rise jeans - Sold Out	Ksubi Super Skinny low-rise jeans - Sold Out
DIESEL DENIM GALLERY Denim pants - Sold Out	DIESEL MATIC 0019I Skinny Tapered - Sold Out
DIESEL DENIM GALLERY Jeans - Sold Out	Rich&Skinny Jeans CITRUS YELLOW JEANS - Sold Out
WHO*S WHO Denim pants - Sold Out	ICE ICEBERG Jeans - Sold Out
AG Adriano Goldschmied "Farrah" Skinny Crop Jeans in Kelly Green - Sold Out	J Brand Jeans 811 Mid-Rise Skinny Twill Jeans - Sold Out
Current/Elliott The Ankle mid-rise skinny jeans - Sold Out	MOTO Green Seven Eigths Skinny Jeans - Sold Out
BDG Cigarette Mid-Rise Jean - Teal - Sold Out	J Brand Mid-Rise Skinny Twill Pants in Bright Blue - Sold Out
J Brand Denim 811 mid-rise twill cropped skinny jeans - Sold Out	CYCLE Jeans - Sold Out
GUESS JEANS 3/4-length short - Sold Out	CHEAP MONDAY Jeans - Sold Out
J Brand Mid-Rise Skinny Twill Pants in Bright Purple - Sold Out	811 Mid-Rise Skinny Leg in Many Colors - by J Brand - $176.00
MELTIN POT Denim pants - Sold Out	RIFLE Denim pants - Sold Out
JUST CAVALLI Jeans - Sold Out	ASOS Pink Skinny - Sold Out
Ksubi Super Skinny Jeans - Sold Out	Rich & Skinny Bikini Ankle Skinny Jeans - Sold Out
FORNARINA Denim pants - Sold Out	JUST CAVALLI Jeans - Sold Out

Lighten Up - 10 Super Chic White Pieces Under $100

fashionologie — Fri, 27 May 2011 07:03:23 PDT

>> Fresh, crisp, and cool. Keep your chic in clean, bright whites. From sweet flowing dresses at Derek Lam to silky pajama pants at Alexander Wang to sporty separates at Band of Outsiders, this easy neutral was all over the Spring 2011 runways. Embrace the trend and go head-to-toe, or mix it up with a just one or two great statement pieces. Click through to see our favorites, all under $100.

Photo courtesy of Greg Kessler

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Shop Them Now - Christopher Kane's Exclusive Neon Lace Bags for Net-a-Porter

fashionologie — Fri, 27 May 2011 06:43:22 PDT

>> Christopher Kane and Net-a-Porter have teamed up to offer four exclusive clutches in the designer's Spring 2011 flourescent laser-cut leather. Retaiing at $530 each, the wristlets - available starting today - come in four vibrant hues: orange, pink, yellow and green. Of his uber-bright Spring offering, Kane says, "Neon gets me going." If neon gets you going, too, pop over to Net-a-Porter to shop the special selection. And why not? After all, as Kane puts it, "Every other color is so banal."

Rope It In - Jewelry With an Eclectic Twist

fashionologie — Mon, 23 May 2011 16:21:33 PDT

>> This Summer's gorgeous bevy of rope necklaces and bracelets combine organic elements like shells, stones and beads with futuristic pops of neon, shiny hardware and innovative textures. Layer them on friendship-bracelet style for a bit of surfer-bohemian chic or wear them on their own with sleek basics for a more polished, artsy vibe.

Lucy Hutchings Tribal Woven Necklace - Sold Out	Milly Rhinestone Knot Necklace - Sold Out
Marni Rope and chain multi-strand necklace - Sold Out	Kelsey Quan Unicorn Necklace - $475.00
Blue Knit Rope Statement Necklace - Sold Out	Kelsey Quan Camp Adventures Necklace - $395.00
Marni Rope and chain necklace - Sold Out	Nautical Rope Necklace - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Triple Strand Rope Necklace - Sold Out	Abena Necklace - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Center Wrap Rope Bracelet - Sold Out	Brook&lyn Double Roped Bracelet - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Rope Bracelet - Sold Out	Multi Media Chain Bracelet - Sold Out
French Connection Rope And Chain Bracelet - Sold Out	Perseids Necklace - Sold Out
Juicy Couture - War of Love Mixed Media Torsad Necklace - Sold Out	Kelsey Quan Stoned Love Necklace - $335.00
Proenza Schouler Double Strand Rope Necklace - Sold Out	ROBERT ROSE Beaded Goldtone and Rope Necklace - Sold Out
Juicy Couture - War of Love Beaded Cord Bracelet - Sold Out	Brook&lyn Duo Double Roped Necklace - Sold Out
PROENZA SCHOULER 1 Stone Row Rope Necklace - Sold Out	3.1 Phillip Lim Leather Wrap Necklace - Sold Out
Proenza Schouler Double Rope Stone Necklace - Sold Out	Juicy Couture N-Dip Dyed Rope & Chain Necklace - Sold Out
3 Row Chunky Rope Necklace - Sold Out

Prada Sweeping Spring 2011 Cover Looks

fashionologie — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 16:43:45 PDT

>> After last Summer's repeat cover appearances by a singular style of Miu Miu dress and then the Fall's cover domination by one gold Balmain dress, it's Prada (followed somewhat by Dolce & Gabbana) that seems to be the Spring 2011 cover go-to. The striped Spring 2011 Prada collection has figured front-and-center into over 15 fashion magazine covers in the last few months, including Anna Wintour's WSJ. cover and Gisele Bundchen's February 2011 Vogue China cover; Fashionista has a comprehensive look. [Fashionista]

Going Neutral - Peep Our Top Picks For Spring!

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:45:16 PDT

>> If brights aren't your thing, designers like Phillip Lim, Richard Chai Love, and Rag & Bone are making sure that neutrals have a strong stake in the Spring game. We picked out the top pieces, ranging from suede crop tops to mesh sandal boots, that are sure to guarantee a standout look without screaming for attention.

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25 Covetable Shorts For Spring and Summer

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:53:06 PDT

>> Now that we've checked Spring dresses off of our list, it's time to get shorty. The latest arrivals include a bevy of cool prints, directional cuts, and cute details. We're rounded up our top 25, highlighting a lace-up confection from Rodarte x Opening Ceremony, a gauzy flowy number from Vena Cava, and exotic patterns from Madewell, for you to add to your shopping list. Believe us, your stems will thank you.

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Put Your Best Hat Forward – Peep Our Favorite Toppers For Spring!

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:35:43 PDT

>> Sun protection is key during the Spring and Summer months, so we rounded up our favorite toppers that will surely keep your face free from harmful UV rays. This season's freshest crop boasts a wide variety of shapes and colors: a reddish coral straw floppy hat from Urban Outfitters, femme bow cloche from Topshop, crisp and streamlined fedora from Lacoste . . . and more of our favorites in the slideshow. Feeling shady never looked so good.

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8 Basics to Get You Through Spring and Summer

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:20:32 PDT

>> Now that we've whet your Spring shopping appetite, it's time to focus on the pieces that are going to be your tried-and-true staples for the next coming months. Think '70s flared jeans, a breezy linen striped top from J.Crew, comfy everyday wedges, and a pair of cool sunnies - made in a rad retro round shape - from The Row. Check out the slideshow for our top eight basics, and why we love them!

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Slick Rain Gear to Keep You Covered During Those April Showers

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:31:26 PDT

>> We're expecting a load of rain showers for the next couple weeks, so we rounded up some of the best rain-repelling (but still stylish) gear for you to stay dry in. There's a cute Marc by Marc Jacobs umbrella to add a little sunshine to your day, a smart canvas coated coat from Opening Ceremony, waterproof booties, and a windproof bucket hat from Urban Outfitters - that should do the trick. But there's more where that came from - check out the slideshow for more of our splash-proof favorites!

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