LA Fashion Week: Crispin & Basilio's Dreamy Spring Collection
by kate napleton
Oct 21, 2008 6:23 PM PDT
Crispin & Basilio€™s Spring 2009 Collection walked out of a cloud and onto a runway. The heavenly designs, in creme and taupes, silks and satins, waltzed and sauntered down the runway. Sheer, draping fabrics, in day and evening looks, weren€™t just the stuff of imagination: these fashions are real and accessible to daily wear. One of our favorite day looks was a simple taupe cardigan over a lightly-sequined off-white skirt. The effect was glamour without the fuss. The charming sophistication of the entire line is a clear signal that Crispin & Basilio is here to stay with easy elegance. Check out our SLIDESHOW for our favorite looks from Crispin & Basilio at Mercedes Benz LA Fashion Week!
Recession Chic: Navigating the Summer Sale Racks With Fall in Mind
by NatalieB
Aug 14, 2008 1:48 PM PDT
Sure, there are loads of deals this time of year, but let's face it - you're so over summer and ready to start building your fall wardrobe! But if you know what to look for while searching the sale racks this time of year, you can score some essential transition pieces that you can wear today, and straight through the fall! Here are the key things to look for: 1) Color palette: blacks and greys are year-round basics that work for all seasons, so scoop 'em up if you find a bargain! But don't rule out brights, jewel tones, and winter whites - these can look really chic with black or charcoal-colored tights, or peeking out from underneath your darker fall layers. 2) Layering: before you go pigeon-holing short-sleeved or sleeveless garments automatically into the "summer" box under your bed, keep in mind that the right accessories (scarves, tights, turtlenecks, cardigans and boots) will make even a sleeveless dress stretch into the winter months! Click READ MORE for two other transitioning tips, and click on the SLIDESHOW for the items that'll take you into fall (psst, they're waaaaaaay on sale)!
