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This Week's Best Dressed

fashionologie — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:34:06 PST

>> It's a week of double-timers: two Haider Ackermann looks, two Calvin Klein looks, and one model who appears twice. See who's wearing what - and where - in the slideshow.

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Tory Burch Spring 2012 Runway

fashionologie — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:45:36 PDT

Tory Burch Spring 2012

fashionologie — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 09:24:48 PDT

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J.Crew to Show During New York Fashion Week

fashionologie — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 11:15:37 PDT

>> With just over a month before New York Fashion Week, show news is already starting to trickle in. For the first time, Tory Burch, Marchesa, and Timo Weiland are all said to be ditching presentations for runway shows; Mark Fast is showing his Faster line in New York instead of London this season; and now, J.Crew is on the preliminary schedule for what appears to be a presentation on the morning of Sept. 13. [FashionEtc.]

Tory Burch Resort 2012

fashionologie — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:36:33 PDT

>> Tory Burch went Southwest for Resort 2012, offering up her signature array of tunics, cropped print pants, and fitted jackets in deserty corals and pinks, yellows and turquoise. Espadrilles were done with Navajo-patterned soles and handbags came in printed burlap.

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Fash's Friday Obsessions! Vintage Vibe

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 20 May 2011 12:19:04 PDT

>> Despite this week's funky weather, we're hoping (and crossing our fingers) for a little bit of sunshine this weekend so we can hit up the farmers market and the Brooklyn Flea. To get us in the mood, we accumulated some vintage-inspired pieces perfect for such outings: a prairie-like frock from Marc by Marc Jacobs, textured macrame tote by Rachel Comey, Tory Burch lace-up espadrilles, and a few more fresh necessities. Shop them all now!

Left to right: Wendy Nichol Mix & Match Studs ($276), Rachel Comey Macrame Tote ($676), Marc by Marc Jacobs Elm Dress ($298), Rosebud Perfume Co. Salve Tube ($6), J.Crew/Timex Womens Ladies' Watch ($98), Tory Burch Wedge Espadrille ($116, originally $165)

Karl Lagerfeld, Donatella Versace, and More React to Kate Middleton's Wedding Dress

fashionologie — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 05:45:54 PDT

>> Vera Wang was on CNN this morning, weighing in who she hoped designed Kate Middleton's dress; but, now that it's been revealed to be Alexander McQueen's Sarah Burton, how do Burton's other designing colleagues rate the dress? (And one can't help but wonder what Alexander McQueen would have thought of a partnership between his label and Middleton, given that he once famously wrote "I am a c*nt" in the lining of a jacket destined for Prince Charles.) But without further ado . . .

Karl Lagerfeld: “[Middleton] is very elegant. The dress is classic and goes very well in the Westminster decor. It almost reminds me of (Queen) Elizabeth’s wedding, the royal weddings in the '50s. The proportion of the train is good. The lace is very pretty. I like the veil a lot.”

Christian Lacroix: “I like the dress very much, simpler than expected: A combination just in between 1956 Grace Kelly and 1947 Queen Elizabeth dress. I love the modest veil with the Queen Mother’s '30s scroll tiara and balanced volume of the whole gown. She’s radiant; she never was so beautiful. And Prince William’s red Irish uniform is gorgeous.”

Hubert de Givenchy: “The dress is very simple and very nice. The veil is a little flat, but because she has such a lovely face, she can afford to wear it this way. She is very pretty.”

Peter Copping of Nina Ricci: “Very much in a royal tradition, reminiscent of Queen Elizabeth’s - and a little bit Grace Kelly. She looks happy, radiant, and natural.”

Donatella Versace: "Kate's dress was beautiful. She looked very regal."

Prabal Gurung: “I thought it was pretty and appropriate. A high-profile wedding like this is not the place for making a crazy fashion moment. It sounds like an oxymoron but it was a personal moment in a very public place. The dress clearly said she’s a modern girl and of this generation. It was not McQueen at its theatrical sense but McQueen in its quiet but beautiful sense. I loved the bustle and how her silk tulle veil was moving softly in the wind.”

Jason Wu: “I thought Catherine’s dress looked stunning. The details were very well done and I loved the emphasis on craftsmanship and the use of British talent. Her choice to pay tribute to Alexander McQueen was both touching and exciting.”

Viktor & Rolf: “Kate’s dress was simply elegant. Her hair down was a beautiful and natural touch, and the tiara was stunning. She looked as at ease as humanly possible and was radiant. Our compliments.”

Diane von Furstenberg: “The dress was beautiful. I think she is irresistible, she is so beautiful. I am happy it was McQueen. It was absolutely the right thing to do. They made [the dress] simple, so it wasn’t costumey but a beautiful evening gown. I was happy for Sarah, happy for the Met, and happy for McQueen."

Tory Burch: “Kate looked stunning. Choosing Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen reflects Kate’s modern aesthetic and style, but the handmade lace details and craftsmanship are a great nod to British tradition. The lace, the clean lines of the dress, Queen Elizabeth’s tiara - every detail was stunning.”

Donna Karan: “The dress was extremely elegant. For me, it wasn’t so much about the dress though, it was all about her. She was the most beautiful bride in the world.”

Francisco Costa: “Kate’s dress had a classic elegance with a modern edge. The superb detailing really characterized Sarah’s expert hand.”

Oscar de la Renta: “She looked absolutely ravishing. She looked like a bride should look and she handled herself tremendously. And they look like a much loving couple. I am happy to see fresh blood coming into the family. It was a very traditional, beautiful dress which it needed to be for that kind of wedding. Most of all she devastated with her charm. Listen, she will wear anything and will look ravishing.”

Valentino: “I loved the dress . . . it was very simple and young even if a hint of Grace Kelly's dress spoke of 1950s! I loved the flounce on the back of the skirt and the little decoration all around the short veil. I loved the choice of the tiara: simple, pretty, very right for the dress and for her attitude . . . it was used almost as an hairpiece to keep the hair and the veil, not as a heavy decoration. Compared to the famous Diana’s dress, Diana’s was a dress of a fairy-tale princess . . . still a dress everybody remembers. Kate’s one is a very pretty, modern dress that will be copied everywhere but lacks that fairy-tale element. Today most of the new princesses are young, modern, nonroyal women who have clear ideas, independence from stiff protocol . . . they want to be themselves and not anymore a symbol of the crown.”

Reed Krakoff: “I thought the dress was very modern. It bridged the gap between modern and youthful, and was respectful to the position she is in. It didn’t look to traditional or expected though. I particularly liked the neckline. It was more youthful than I expected. The fact that the bodice was fitted and formfitting was great, because she is a beautiful young woman and it accentuated that.”

Aerin Lauder Reportedly Launching Fashion and Lifestyle Brand Under Anna Wintour's Tutelage

fashionologie — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 13:37:34 PDT

>> Aerin Lauder, granddaughter of Estee Lauder and the SVP, creative director, and third largest shareholder in the cosmetics brand, is reportedly prepping the launch of a fashion and lifestyle brand. "Aerin wants to be the next Tory Burch," a source told Page Six.

The forthcoming collection launch, on which Anna Wintour is reportedly advising and former president and CEO of NBC Universal Jeff Zucker is consulting, is said to include accessories, housewares, china, and jewelry. Some of the latter will reportedly be based on pieces from Lauder's grandmother's private collection.

Word is Lauder has already acquired office space in the same building as Tom Ford and hired White House deputy social secretary Ebs Burnough, who left his post on Friday, telling friends his next position was in New York.

A Estee Lauder spokeswoman seems to confirm that Lauder is working on something: "Aerin Lauder is a vital part of the Estee Lauder Companies and the Estee Lauder brand. She will continue to have a senior creative role with the brand and will continue as a member of the board of directors of the company. An announcement is forthcoming about her future business plans."

Fash's Friday Obsessions! Natural Elements

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 08:29:20 PDT

>> It's a sunny day like today that makes us want to enjoy the more natural elements in life. And our picks for the week reflect just that: a simple slinky camisole dress by the eco-friendly Organic by John Patrick, espadrille flatforms by Tory Burch - we love the cute lace-up detail - a straw hat and bag . . . along with a cool multi-strand shell bracelet by Iosselliani. All while enjoying a yummy self-concocted salad, of course.

Left to right: For the Love of Salad Recipe Book ($20), Albertus Swanepoel Pierre Fedora ($415), Iosselliani Multi Strand Bracelet With Shell ($335), Organic by John Patrick Cami Dress ($410), Tory Burch Espadrille Sandals ($175), ASOS Boxy Straw Clutch ($36)

The Best Bright Bags and Clutches For Spring!

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:50:13 PDT

>> Now that we have you in a Spring state of mind, check out our favorite bright bags and clutches of the season. There's a classic satchel made in a modern bright green hue from Cambridge Satchel Company, Jil Sander's covetable hot fuchsia market bag, an orange bucket bag from Tory Burch, and more shoppable eye candy you don't want to miss in the slideshow.

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