Striped Faux-Fur Boa Twisted Scarf $22.80. Kohls. Can work with any outfit, day or night, and helps keep you warm and cozy!

Faux fur is a fashionista favorite that’s quickly turning into a fashion staple for the chilly weather.  There are so many great options with faux fur plus it’s cuddly, warm and animal friendly!  So, whether’s its a bright blue faux fur vest or some wedge heels with faux fur trim, try to think of some ways to have fun with this look.  We have picked a few items from Kohl’s, all under $50, that we think could help work with fall and winter attire.

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Leighton Meester lets her hair down and shows a little skin in this casual number. Courtesy of Johns Pkl/Splash News Online.

It’s great to see ladies like Gossip Girl lead Leighton Meester and Super actress Liv Tyler switch off between gowns and jeans on the red carpet, proving there are lots of ways to stay casual while keeping with the glamour of an event.  What girl doesn’t want to keep it comfy yet still look amazing?

There are some tricks to pulling off the relaxed glam look and we here at Style Seen Daily have put together some great tips on how to best pull this off with jeans, accessories and shoes.  So, read on for a few basic pieces and styles to pump up your look and still keep it relaxed.

Jeans

Sara Paxton in skinny jeans and a blazer. Courtesy of American Foto Features.

It’s all about the skinny jean.  Stick with a dark denim or black skinny jean. These jeans will become like your second skin.  You can pair skinny jeans with a silky top and scarf, or a graphic tee and blazer. Skinny jeans are sleek and show off your figure almost as well as a short dress, like they do on Sara Paxton.

Citizens Of Humanity.

Citizens of Humanity Avedon Skinny comes in all colors and are very comfortable.

Accessories

Kristen Wiig conquers the casual look in cargos and a tee, but pumps it up with the chain necklace and leather. Courtesy of American Foto Features.

You can take a day-at-the-office look and make it look red carpet ready. Switch out your laptop bag for a bright colored or animal print purse, add statement jewelry like a funky chain necklace or a thick bangle, and throw on a leather jacket. Your black pants and button down shirt will go from business casual to casual chic in a no time. Actress Kristen Wiig pumps up her casual look with a big multi-layered chain necklace.

Tuleste Market tiered hexagon necklace.

Tuleste Market makes jewelry that will add to any outfit — like the tiered hexagon necklace priced at $145, it’s an interesting shape and it shines.

Shoes

Liv Tyler rounds out her casual denim button down with black high waisted pants and super trendy oxfords. Courtesy of Joe Kohen/ Getty.

Platforms, wedges, and oxford flats are all the rage right now so its easier to keep your shoe choices fun. Strappy heels and black satin pumps are great for the Oscars, but for a more laid-back event, spice up your casual outfit with a studded heel or lace up flats and you will instantly glamorize your look. We have spotted fashionistas on the carpet wearing cargo pants with studded booties or a sundress with a chunky heel sandal. Like Liv Tyler’s look, funky shoes add some personality to your casual outfit and it keeps your look fun and trendy.

Elizabeth and James‘ Stilt platform lace up wedges, priced at $465, are fierce.

Elizabeth and James Stilt Platform Wedge Booties. Courtesy of Shopbop.com

And for a more affordable style, try Steve Madden‘s Annton, priced at $130 the peep toe lace up booty is so in and will definitely dress up a pair of jeans.

Steve Madden Annton. Courtesy of Stevemadden.com.

Angelina Jolie rocks the red lips.

The hottest accessory to your fall wardrobe?  Your bright red lips.  Maybe you’ve never dared to be so forward with your makeup, or maybe you aren’t sure that this timeless shade is really your color.  Whatever your qualms of the past–this season, give it a whirl—take a peek at our “how-to-pick-the-best-shade” tips and try it on.

Here’s our basic, red lips tips:

First, according to the “Lipstick Queen”, Poppy King, creator of the Lipstick Queen brand lipsticks,  the right red will make your hair, skin and eyes light up.  Try on lipstick with no other makeup on—if it is flattering with a naked face, it’s a winning shade.

Next—to really nail the raring-to-go red look and keep it modern—keep any other makeup you wear that day very minimal.  Keep your eyes simple and understated, and consider going without blush, or just with a hint of bronzer.

Last, remember to use a lip primer and, gasp, a lip liner to keep your lipstick from feathering or bleeding outside of your natural lip line.  Finish by lining lips lightly with concealer to keep your lipstick lines crisp and make the look really pop.

Katherine Heigl looking radiant in red.

Now on to the fun part—the shopping:

Cool-Aid

A cool tone red from M.A.C at Los Cerritos Center ($14.50, MAC Red).

If you’re fair complected or have cool skin undertones—choose reds with blue or cool undertones as well.  Think berries, cherry red, plum reds and deep wine reds.  Here’s a one of our favorite cool undertoned lipsticks from M.A.C at Los Cerritos Center ($14.50, MAC Red).

Warm-Blooded

A warm toned red from Hourglass found at Sephora in Stonewood Center ($30, Raven).

If you have olive skin, or warm undertones, you’ll want to pick shades of red with….you guessed it, warm undertones.  These will have orange or brown highlights to them—like fire-engine red, brick or even poppy red.  Here are is a warm toned red from Hourglass found at Sephora in Stonewood Center ($30, Raven).

Classic Color

A neutral red from Clarins in Nordstrom at The Oaks ($24, Rouge Prodige).

Still not sure about rocking the red this fall?  Color combinations sound precarious?

Reach for the red that never goes out of style—what’s called a true red.  This is a neutral red that is universally flattering and most every brand has a version of it.  Approach any makeup counter and ask for their true red, they can point one out for you.   Here’s an example from Clarins in Nordstrom  at The Oaks ($24, Rouge Prodige).

Taylor Swift. Courtesy of Photo Agency.

Step out in style, even during those pesky rain storms

It’s time to brave the elements of the season and go out in the rain, but that doesn’t mean you need to compromise your style. Here at Style Seen Daily, we think the change in weather gives us more reason to accessorize. Stay on trend this Autumn, like pop-star Taylor Swift, with new funky rain coats, stellar rubber boots, and of course, the always useful umbrella. Check out some ideas we’ve come up with to keep yourself feeling dry and looking fabulous.

Jackets

Theory Swagger Hattie Lightweight Anorak Jacket. Bloomingdales.com

Although the classic Burberry trench will be forever fashionable, this twist on the rain coat is impressive for this season. The Theory Swagger Hattie lightweight Anorak Jacket priced at $325, has a fantastic texture to protect you from the rain, but is still super flattering and stylish. The plaid lining adds that something special to make the piece unique.

Aqua Utility Anorak. Bloomingdales.com

Without losing an ounce of style, Aqua makes this gorgeous Utility Anorak for only $128. This belted number comes in dark olive and black, both with gold zippers for that edgy element.

Boots

Rachel Bilson in edgy Hunter boots. Courtesy of stylebyme.net

Feeling funky this fall? The creator of the perfect rubber boot, Hunter, has upped their game and added spunk to their useful classic.  The O.C. actress and fashion icon, Rachel Bilson, steps out in Hunter’s awesome new Boa Snake embossed boots. Check out these fabulous studded  Festival Tall rain boots, priced at $225, and never worry about compromising fashion for functionality.

Hunter Festival Tall Boots. Shopbop.com

Umbrella

Blake Lively in Gossip Girl. CWTV.com

Blake Lively‘s Gossip Girl character Serena and BFF Blair take on the damp NYC weather in their show, and kept dry under clear bubble umbrellas. Find your warm and dry shelter with this bubble umbrella from Totes, priced at $21.99, and you’ll never have to worry about running into walls while in the rain.

Totes Clear Bubble Umbrella. Amazon.com

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Fall Must-Have: Camel Coat

Guess, $108, Los Cerritos Center.

Push aside your florals for the moment and pull out your plaid—it’s a defining print of the season—and the season is here.  This versatile pattern is “it” and it’s anything but square; wear it out-there and edgy, laid-back and lounge-y, or cultured and refined—just wear it.  Take note of the general rule of prints however, that applies with plaid as much as any other: match your check size to your body shape.  If you are lanky, go big and go bold, in size and hue; if you are petite, the large checks will overwhelm your frame and look out of proportion, so stick to more subtle small patterns in softer colors.

Here are some of our favorite plaid pieces we’ve seen this fall—let them be an inspiration for your own fall shopping:

Check Yourself (Before You Wreck Yourself).

As fall sweeps in, you’ll see plaid in places you weren’t expecting as designers get creative with this still popular print.  Here’s one fresh take on it from Guess at Los Cerritos Center—a boyfriend blazer with a subtle plaid imprint, for $108.

Ralph Lauren at Bloomingdale’s, $128, Santa Monica Place.

No Kilts Allowed.

Fight for feminine in this often androgynous pattern.  Look for cuts that flatter your shape or opt in to a full-skirted dress and get girlie.  This sophisticated version is from Ralph Lauren at Bloomingdale’s in Santa Monica Place ($128).

JCPenney, $10.80, Lakewood Center.

Grunge-Free.

Throw out the shapeless numbers from the 90s grunge-era.  You can get comfy without being cloaked in fabric.  Look for traditional plaid shirts, but find the few that carve out a waistline and hug your curves.  This one is form fitting without being snug; JCPenney at Lakewood Center ($10.80).

JC Penney, $10.80, Lakewood Center.

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Denim' Leopard Print Satchel, Nordstrom, $1275, Westside Pavilion.

Looking for that one “it” item that will take you from summer into fall? Well consider shopping for an animal print purse. Purses are a great way to quickly update your look and this season we are going wild over animal print handbags. From leopard to python, animal print on bags is being spotted everywhere, in a range of colors and styles. Here are a few of our purse picks that will sure to help you become the ruler of the jungle — the fashion jungle.

Leap Into Leopard Spots
No matter what your budget, there is an amazing leopard bag out there just waiting for you. On the higher end, we recommend you check out the Dolce&Gabbana ‘Miss Sicily – Denim’ Leopard Print Satchel, Nordstrom, $1275, Westside Pavilion. And for the recessionista’s, take a look at the Leopard Shoulder Bag, Forever 21, $20.80, Lakewood Center.

Leopard Shoulder Bag, Forever 21, $20,80, Lakewood Center.

Slither On With Snake Print
Python, like leopard, may bring you flashbacks from years earlier, and yes it is back again. But we advise you don’t wear it head to toe.  Pick one great piece — like one of these purse options we are highlighting for you.   Take a look at the New Kristen Embosses Python Pleated Satchel, Coach, $598, Los Cerritos Center.

Python Pleated Satchel, Coach, $598, Los Cerritos Center.

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July 2010
Interactive Workshops Open Doors in San Francisco this July and New York City later this Fall

Since its inception in 1873 as one of the original purveyors of American workwear, the Levi’s® brand has been the uniform of choice for great American pioneers. Levi’s® jeans have been worn by the craftsmen, laborers and artisans who helped define the cultural landscape in America and have shaped the energy and events of our times. This week, the Levi’s® brand celebrates a new generation of pioneers and creative communities across the country with the launch of Levi’s® Workshops. Taking a new, innovative approach to integrating community involvement with retailing, the first Levi’s® Workshop debuts this week in San Francisco followed by a second expression of the program later this fall in New York City. The Levi’s® Workshops will be multi-use spaces, featuring a functional workshop, community event space and retail storefront. Each Workshop is designed to focus on a specific craft including printmaking in the San Francisco Workshop and photography in the New York City shop.

The Levi’s® Workshops will serve as community-based extensions of the brand’s Go Forth marketing campaign, paying homage to the principles of hard work and civic engagement. Central to the Workshop program will be collaborations with recognized pioneers from each community. For eight weeks, each Levi’s® Workshop will open its doors to the general public and host a range of interactive demonstrations, educational programming and events.

The first of the Levi’s® Workshops will open to the public this week in San Francisco’s Mission district, just down the street from one of Levi’s® original factories. Located at 580-582 Valencia Street, the Workshop will feature letterpress, silkscreen and photocopy equipment for local artists and designers to create their own print-based artwork. Community groups and non-profit organizations will also be invited to access these resources and work with the Workshop staff. The space will also offer Levi’s® denim and workwear product that embodies the spirit and craft of print design.

To leverage the energy of the Levi’s® Workshops, the brand has invited local pioneers to execute printmaking-based collaborations including:

–  Alice Waters – chef, author and proprietor of Chez Panisse Restaurant in
Berkeley, California. Waters is also the Vice President of Slow Food
International and a leader of the culinary philosophy based on using
only the freshest organic products served in season. Waters’ commitment
to education led to the creation of The Edible Schoolyard, a one-acre
garden and adjacent kitchen classroom at Berkeley’s Martin Luther King
Jr. Middle School which has grown into a national program.  For her
collaboration with the Levi’s® Workshops, Waters is working with a
longtime design collaborator to create an educational poster for the
Edible Schoolyard. “Levi’s® is bringing together art, food and the
local community,” said Alice Waters. “This is what Chez Panisse has
always been about and what excites me most about the Levi’s®
Workshops.”
–  Craig Newmark – an Internet entrepreneur best known for founding the San
Francisco-based website Craigslist.org, a site where people can help
each other with everyday needs including housing and jobs searches. The
site embraces a culture of trust, based on shared values. Newmark’s
resume includes thirty years working with computers for leading
companies including IBM, GM, Charles Schwab & Co., and Bank of America.
Newmark has partnered with the Levi’s® Workshops, combining his
expertise in digital media with manual printmaking to share powerful
messages.
–  Aaron Rose – artist, film director, curator and writer. Rose directed
the documentary film Beautiful Losers (2008) and recently completed the
short documentary film Become a Microscope based on the life of the
1960s artist/activist nun Sister Corita. Rose’s publishing imprint
Alleged Press releases hardcover books by contemporary artists.
Levi’s® Workshops celebrates his pioneering work as an advocate for
positive creative voices in the arts.  “I am thrilled to be able to
bring the work of Sister Corita to the Levi’s® Workshops in San
Francisco,” said Rose. “Corita is a huge inspiration to me, and
hopefully will have the same effect on the people who take part in our
workshop.”

“The Levi’s® Workshops celebrate the pioneering spirit and hard work of people and organizations that we admire,” said Joshua Katz, head of Collaborations, Partnerships & Creative Concepts for the Levi’s® brand. “It’s all about community, creativity and collaboration. Through the programming, the various production projects and the public resources that we are providing, we are able to collaborate with local heroes who have mastered their craft while inviting in the broader community to roll up their sleeves and get to work.”

Levi’s® Workshops will encourage global involvement through a dedicated website, various social media platforms and syndicated daily content. The website will launch alongside the San Francisco Workshop in early July. Original content supported by articles from renowned guest bloggers will be posted daily, in addition to updates on Twitter, Facebook and Flickr. Supporting the written content will be a series of films highlighting the spirit of the Levi’s® Workshops. These films will be a catalyst for
spreading the message of the Levi’s® Workshops while documenting the activity happening inside each environment. The website will also include opportunities to purchase Levi’s® products offered in the Levi’s® Workshops. For more information about Levi’s® Workshops and a full list of events, please visit http://workshops.levi.com.

About The Levi’s® Brand

The Levi’s® brand epitomizes classic American style and effortless cool. Levi’s® jeans were invented by Levi Strauss & Co. in 1873 and have since become one of the most recognized and imitated clothing items in the world – capturing the imagination and loyalty of people for generations. Today, the Levi’s® brand portfolio continues to evolve through a relentless pioneering and innovative spirit that is unparalleled in the apparel industry. Our range of leading jeanswear and accessories are available in more than 110 countries, allowing individuals around the world to express their personal style. For more information about the Levi’s® brand, its products and stores, please visit http://www.levi.com.