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7 Seriously Alluring (And Wearable!) Leather Mini Dresses

Alex Gambardella on Oct 27, 2009 2:18 PM PDT

Fashionistas just can't get enough of leather this fall. Moto jacket? Check. Fingerless driving gloves? Check. Liquid leggings? Check, once you work up the nerve to actually wear them. But one thing you may have yet to add to your autumn trend arsenal is a leather dress! I know it sounds risky, since prior to this recent leather invasion you probably associate the material mostly with biker babes and dominatrices, but you may be surprised to find that this season's leather LBDs aren't overdramatic. Instead, the latest leather minis simply provide a sexy sheen to otherwise modest silhouettes like this Gryphon smock dress and this shift dress from Alice + Olivia. Pair with a killer set of ankle booties for your next dressy night out, or add some serious sparkle with a bib necklace and you've got yourself a New Years Eve ensemble (hey, it's never too early to plan ahead)! Check the slideshow for some of my favorite leather dresses.

Tags : urban renewal , urban outfitters , smock dress , shift dresses , joie

These Boots Were Made For Walking... Into Fall!

Anna Yu on Sep 26, 2008 8:34 AM PDT

The best thing about fall is not the changing foliage or the return of football season, but the chance to finally break out the fall wardrobe. And whether they're leather, suede, ankle, or tall, nothing says fall like boots! But if you're anything like me, you can't last the whole day with high heeled boots on. So I've picked my favorite 5 flat yet stylish boots that will get you ready for fall and allow you to run after the bus! Like this super slouchy pair or these glam over the knee boots. Check out my SLIDESHOW to see more!

Tags : womens , tall , suede , slouchy , joie

Hive 5: Don't Step on My New Suede Shoes!

B B on Aug 15, 2008 7:57 AM PDT

Suede, which was originally used to make ladies' gloves, is now all over today's shoe market. From ankle boots to gladiators and pumps it is virtually unavoidable, and I am more than ok with that. Today I'll highlight the best suede shoes popping up in the Hive. Fall for ChloÃ©'s bootie pump with a collar overlap, strap on a gladiator ballet flat made available by Free People, sidestep the moccasin craze with a woven slouch boot by Joie, throw on a pair of DaniBlack ankle boots for a runway ready look, or go from day to night in a snap with Rachel Comey's strappy heels. To get your hands on the suede shoe craze check out the slideshow!

Tags : trend , suede , slouch , slideshow , joie

Baby Style: 10 Stylish Gifts For The Modern Mom (And Baby Too)

Pauline Montupet on Aug 5, 2008 9:19 AM PDT

I'm going to be quite honest, I'm years away from having a baby myself- but that doesn't mean I don't adore buying shower gifts! From Jessica Alba's daughter and the birth of Vivienne and Knox Jolie-Pitt it seems that this spring and summer has been baby mania and I've noticed the baby bump trend isn't just for celebs! With baby shower invitations racking up, I've started looking for new shower gift options. A huge part of the fun of a baby shower is the opening of all the gifts- everyone loves to ooh and ahh at the cute little outfits and toys. While practical gifts like diapers and formula are always appreciated, now more than ever there are more stylish and interesting gifts for the modern mom. I'm loving the mod circles baby blanket from babystyle.com that's useful as well as modern and cool. Another great original gift- Little Miss Matched Baby socks- which comes with 9 socks, since you're bound to lose one in the wash! Many of mommy-to-be's favorite designers are now making clothes for their mini-mes, from cozy C&C California and Joie dresses and tees to tailored kids clothes from Tocca. And don't forget something for the mom to be as well- she will absolutely appreciate a spa treatment or an at home kit like Mama Mio's countdown kit, which comes with Tummy Rub Butter and massage oil. See my SLIDESHOW for the rest of the gifts!

Tags : trend , treatment , toys , tocca , joie

Next Big Thing: Owl's Lab Boutique Features Best of Both Coasts

Chris K. on Jun 24, 2008 12:16 PM PDT

Ashley Thompson opened Owl€™s Lab in New York City right after moving from a sunny beach in California. And it shows. "Owl's Lab is known for playing into the style trends from both coasts," Ashley explained during my tour of her packed racks and shelves. "I would say that's one of my distinguishing qualities as a buyer, being from the West Coast, but being influenced by my life on the East Coast. I blend the two into the Owl's Lab wardrobe." Stylehive interns Abby and Emily had a great afternoon trying on the latest Owl's Lab outfits and accessories last week. Click SEE SLIDESHOW for 10 amazing oufits they put together with Ashley's help, and read on for our interview with Ashley and her fashion forecasts for summer and fall.

Tags : women , tibi , summer , skirts , joie

Celeb Style: 8 Maxi Dresses Both Sexy AND Forgiving

Sabrina Newman on Apr 25, 2008 8:16 AM PDT

Forget minis for the moment. To compensate for the return of more body-conscious, form-fitting silhouettes, designers have thrown us all a bone and brought back the maxi dress to give us a chic way to cover it up when we€™re facing that inevitable battle of the bloat. The maxi is a rare breed of clothing, one which manages to be sexy despite offering tons of coverage. Choose a style with a plunging neckline, show off the always seductive neckline with a strapless or halter style, hug your curves in a body-skimming style, or hide them behind a more billowy silhouette. There are tons of amazing maxi's out there, so check out my SLIDESHOW for some of my favorites.

Tags : tibi , sunner , spring trend , maxi dresses , joie