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Style Flashback: Buffy From "Buffy The Vampire Slayer"

Alex Gambardella on Nov 2, 2009 5:23 AM PST

Goth never looked quite as good as it did on Sarah Michelle Gellar as "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." She kicked some serious butt with some serious style. Buffy rocked black and leather like nobody's business, and the sultry bad-girl look she sported on the show landed her one of the hottest vampires on the small screen (we love you, Angel). We wanted some tips on how to re-create Buffy's look, and Lemondrop's fashion expert Brian answered the call. Brian says, "Buffy was edgy without being too over the top; sexy without showing too much skin -- and that's the reason she was always so stylin'. She straddled the line between kick-ass vampire slayer and regular teenager by mixing textures and styles to create a unique, am-I-dangerous-or-not look." Click over to Lemondrop to see how you can update her iconic 90s look.

Tags : vampires , vampire chic , vampire , tv style , leather pants

Fall 2009 Trend Report: Leather Leather Everywhere!

Pauline Montupet on Sep 30, 2009 8:23 AM PDT

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've noticed that leather is coming back in a major way. It dominated the fall '09 runways and will make a huge statement this fall. It's the perfect way to add some rock and roll style to any outfit. There are the old standbys like leather (or faux leather!) jackets and leggings, yet the best way to wear leather this fall is in non-traditional shapes. Try a loose fitting menswear trousers (like the pleated trousers from Geren Ford). Leather skirts have a bad rap and aren't usually considered to be the most classy choice, but can look totally chic when it's artfully draped or cut like pencil skirt. Want something even more non-traditional? Then leather shorts are for you. Paired with some black tights and killer heels, you have a look that's tough, quirky and chic! Charlotte Ronson's high waisted shorts are your best bet. Check out the slideshow for more ideas!

Tags : urban outfitters , shipley & halmos , prps , leather skirt , leather pants

Which Singing Star Rocked The Badass Biker Look?

Alex Gambardella on May 30, 2009 9:43 AM PDT

When it comes to leather, there's a fine line between who can really pull it off and who should literally pull it off and donate the duds to the nearest Goodwill. Especially now that summer is nipping at our heels, I've been surprised to see so many stars still donning the leather look while roaming the red carpet -- some even decked out in the fabric head-to-toe even throughout the sunniest days of late May. From aspiring rock-chick Taylor Momsen to cutesie R&B crooner Jesse McCartney, it's tough to say whether some of these artists are really digging their leather loot or are just trying too hard to convince us that they have a rebel side. Is it officially time to hang up the motorcycle jackets and liquid leggings and embrace some more breathable material, or is there a whole slew of dominatrix-inspired trends just around the corner? Vote below on who you think looks good enough in their leather to be allowed to wear it for a little longer...
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Tags : motorcycle jacket , motorcycle , leather skirt , leather pants

Hive 5: Adorable and Affordable Leather Apparel For Fall

Greta on Sep 15, 2008 6:14 AM PDT

If you have seen any of this current Project Runway season, then you are surely familiar with Stella: the feisty former makeup artist from Queens who is obsessed with anything and everything relating to leather and rock and roll. Although I have previously questioned Stella's taste, I am beginning to think that maybe she is on to something. After all, leather seems to be the material du jour this fall. Designers are already making a statement by using it on everything from curve-hugging leggings and skirts, to shrunken moto jackets and hip 80's-inspired gloves. Leather has always been considered somewhat of a staple material, but this fall it's definitely a star! So how can you add some leather to your wardrobe without looking like Catwoman and breaking the bank? Well, the Hive has the answer! Check out my SLIDESHOW for five adorable and affordable leather (and leather-like) pieces for fall.

Tags : valerie dumaine , patricia field , moto jacket , moto , leather pants