Spotted!: Legendary supermodel Kate Moss as the life of Prada’s after party during Paris fashion week on January 24, 2012. Moss, who played d.j. at the party, rocked a little black dress with an over-sized fur vest that gave the classic look a modern edge. She perfectly polished the look off with chunky, gold rings and a simple black clutch. To get a look like Kate’s check out this Michael Kors’ fur vest at Neiman Marcus.
1: Kenna-T Black Leather Vest, $348. 2: Prada Baraque Round Sunglasses, $290. 3: Hard Tail Mesh Sweatshirt, $78. 4: Aqua Red Girlfriend Blazer, Exclusive at Bloomingdale's, $98. 5: Michael Kors.
New Year. New You. New fashions! Here are a few items that I have added to my “want list” and why.
#1 Outerwear Lust: Black Leather Vest A black leather jacket is a closet staple. I love my black leather jacket but sometimes I feel like it’s too much for the Los Angeles sunny weather and it hides my shirt underneath. A black leather vest is perfect for layering and I like pairing it with a bright color to have your outfit pop. This isn’t a biker vest or a super tight vest from the ’80s, think deconstructed, lose, almost like a cuddly sweater wrap but in leather that gives your outfit a ‘lil edge.
#2 Sunglass Lust: Baraque Frames Baraque side frames are fun, super feminine, and a throw back to the 1950s with a modern edge ; a great pair of frames to add to your sunglass collection.
#3 Fabric Lust: Mesh We spotted mesh fabric everywhere at Milan’s Spring 2012 fashion week. We also saw actress Jennifer Lawrence in a beautiful blue dress with mesh detailing at the 2012 People Choice Awards (look here). I’m particularly fond of mesh work out clothes as it’s something different and gives your fitness look that extra touch.
#4 Color Lust: Red Red is the color of the season. I am drawn to red because it is a power color; it’s classic, glamorous and sexy and you wear red when you want to be noticed. Incorporate red into your wardrobe in an unexpected way, like with a red blazer or red pants, and stand out from the crowd!
#5 Shoe Lust: Bling Take your black shoes up a notch with bling; think jewelry for your feet. Add some extra fun in your step during those long work days with bling!
Spotted!: Zoe Saldana dressed to impress at the opening of Michael Kors’ new lifestyle boutique on Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles on November 17, 2011. Zoe rocked the event wearing a mustard yellow Michael Kors dress, one of the season’s must have colors! Contrasting berry-red lipstick added just a dash of daring. She rounded off the look with a brown cluth, strappy heels and Jack Vartanian jewelry. Similar styles available at michaelkors.com.
Knowledge of style and trends can be easily defined by the season. However, when the seasons are in transition, it can be difficult to decide what to wear based on the unpredictable weather. For a night out, fight the slight October chill with a leather jacket and light blouse. The combination of a heavy material, such as leather, and a light cotton top keeps you cozy without a need to remove your fabulous jacket once inside. Crystal Fambrini attended the “Transitions” Samuel Bayer and Art of Elysium event in a camel colored Wish leather jacket over a light and airy Wish button down blouse.
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Glee Star Lea Michele attended a luncheon for Michael Kors in Los Angeles, wearing jewelry by Melinda Maria. The Pod Pave Ring was the perfect finishing touch to her little pink dress. When wearing a bold color like Lea it’s crucial to pair it with accessories that are small and feature neutral colors and shapes.
Melinda Maria Pod Pave Ring – Platinum Plated with White Diamond Cz – $85
The fashionistas were out on Monday night in NYC as Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall held the 2011 Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards. The daring and always original Lady Gaga accepted the Fashion Icon Award in a custom Thierry Mugler corset gown/thong bodysuit and turquoise wig. Accepting one of the highest honors of the night, Marc Jacobs received the Lifetime Achievement Award and the award for Womenswear designer of the year went to Proenza Schouler’s Jack McCullough and Lazaro Hernandes. We, here at SSD, have gathered some of the highlights of the CFDA Awards red-carpet, and there were some outstanding looks.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in The Row and Chanel. Photo Credit: Kevin Tachman
The Row designers, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen were nominated for the Swarovski Award for Womenswear. Ashley donned a pale blue drape dress from their line and Mary-Kate wore a Fall 2011 Chanel gold jacket.
Chanel Iman in BCBG Max Azria. Photo Credit: millionlooks.com
Model Chanel Iman looked ravishing in a turquoise asymmetrical gown by BCBG Max Azria.
Kirsten Dunst in Patrick Ervell
Actress Kirsten Dunst went modern with a tailored pant-suit by Menswear designer Patrick Ervell. With her petite figure and young, feminine face, she was able to pull off this strong look.
Ashley Greene in Michael Kors. Photo Credit: Justjared.com
Twilight Saga actress Ashley Greene made a small splash in a sleek neon-pink Michael Kors dress.
They’re haute and they’re hot—we know you’re knee deep in your holiday shopping and we’d thought we’d put together a little something to take the clock-ticking edge off; below are five favorite gift ideas we’ve scouted out on your behalf. No one has to be the wiser that you had a little help this year—go ahead, enjoy a little more time relaxing this season, spend a little less time schlepping in the aisles—and we’ll keep it just between us.
Give her style a boost this season with super sexy, trend-forward leather boots. Pick over-the-knee riding boots, or knee-high with heels like this strut-worthy pair from Michael Kors at Santa Monica Place ($350).
The things that bring him joy haven’t changed—indulge his inner adolescent and gift him with a toy that will keep him busy for a while. This quadricopter is four times the fun—he can control it from his iPhone or iPad or by hand held remote and has video capabilities that allow him to see a helicopter’s eye view of the flight. These are selling fast at Brookstone at Paseo Nuevo ($299).
Does he need a little style revival? Wrapping it is so much better received than giving “advice”. Give him the gift of looking great—he will thank you for it later. Start with this D&G wool peacoat from Nordstrom at Westside Pavilion ($1,015).
You can never spoil her too much—it’s a myth. For a sure-thing, pick one of Tiffany’s diamond key necklaces, and watch her sparkle. We saw this one at La Cumbre Plaza’s Tiffany & Co. location ($12,325).
You know who rules this domain—and you know how a professional grade full set of cookware will earn you some serious brownie points. Or, filet mignon points…or, crème brulee points—you see where this is going. Pick up this 30 piece all clad copper core ensemble from Williams-Somoma at The Oaks ($3,999.95). It’s the gift that keeps on giving.
Gold is not only an excellent investment but it is also an excellent addition to your wardrobe. Step out for a night on the town in a full on gold dress or to the office with some accessory bling. Wherever you go, make sure to get in on the gold rush and incorporate this trend into your style. There are different shades of gold, including metallic, rose and vegas. And there are different ways to wear these varying shades. We have done the digging and discovered these fabulous fashion nuggets for you.
We like this Maggy London Sleeveless Silk Dress from Nordstrom, Westside Pavilion, $148.
To avoid looking too busy in metallic, build an entire outfit around one solid metallic print. Brown-eyed redheads, brunettes and people with black hair who have a golden skin undertone stand out in metallic gold. We like this Maggy London Sleeveless Silk Dress from Nordstrom, Westside Pavilion, $148. The bateau-neck dress is classy and the bubble hem gives it a fun feel – a far cry from the metallic of the 80s.
We like this Michael Kors Runway Rose Gold Watch from Kitson, Santa Monica Place, $250.
Accessories like earrings, necklaces, belts and watches are popping up everywhere in rose gold. Rose gold compliments strawberry blondes or blonde with very white skin, skin with red or pink undertola 2daynes. We like this Michael Kors Runway Rose Gold Watch from Kitson, Santa Monica Place, $250. This watch is oversized, giving it a sporty feel while the rose gold allows you to wear it anytime, anywhere.
We like this rouched logo plate wristlet at Express, $22, The Oaks.
To really add some flash, go with bright shiny vegas gold. Stay away from looking like a gold digger and tone this style down. A bright wristlet keeps you on the money with fashion. We like this rouched logo plate wristlet at Express, $22, The Oaks.
Model walking the runway in a faux fur jacket at the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2010 fashion show. Photo Credit: Style.com.
From head-to-toe, faux fur is becoming a huge part of the fall look. Designers like Jean Paul Gaultier featured models covered in thick layers of faux fur in their Fall 2010 runway shows and faux fur is making strides in other parts of women’s wear as well. This animal-friendly alternative to luxury fabric is an affordable way to update your look. We here at Style Seen Daily have compiled this faux fur list below for you to see which style works best with your style. Look for faux fur with accessories, boots, and, of course, outerwear this fall. All these looks are reminiscent of fur trends from the 1940s, but with a modern, innovative take — with FAUX being the “must have” with this trend.
A jacket with faux fur accents is an essential part of every wardrobe this fall. This Nine West Bomber Jacket with faux fur collar is a fabulous combination of the military and faux fur trends. This leather jacket, priced at $400, can easily be paired with cargo pantsand boots for a classic fall look.
Try a belted vest for an updated fur look. The Calvin Klein belted fur vest, available at Bloomingdale’s, is a sleek piece that can be worn with everything from jeans and a t-shirt to leggings and heels for a more sophisticated, nighttime look.
We here at SSD spotted the always fashionable Kim Kardashian rocking a faux fur vest out on the town.
Step out in style in a pair of faux fur-trimmed boots. UGG sheepskin boots have always been a fall staple, but this season fur boots are taking on a whole new look. From knee-high to booties in all sorts of styles, faux fur trimmed boots are a hit this season.
MICHAEL by Michael Kors offers a great faux fur trimmed bootie called the Parker, $198, that is ideal for fall. These booties are the perfect addition to any daytime look when pair with dark jeans and a chunky sweater.
We spotted Rachel Bilson wearing faux-fur trimmed boots to tie together her casual look.
Accessories are always the final touch to every outfit and there is not short supply of faux fur options to choose from this season. Juicy Couture offer faux fur earmuffs for $55 that are perfect for fashionistas who want to look great while braving the cold weather. They not only keep your ears warm, but the sequined detailing makes these earmuffs stand out from the crowd.
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