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Runway Wrap-Up: Stylehive's Top 10 Looks From New York ...

Alex Gambardella on Sep 24, 2009 10:25 AM PDT

Despite the mayhem that Fashion Week always brings upon us over here at the Hive, even from all the way across the country, we have to say we are a little sad to see it go. I mean, now what are we supposed to do? Sit around drooling until next spring when all of these gorgeous summery pieces finally hit the stores? In the meantime, we can take comfort in the fact that based on the designers' Spring/Summer collections, the forecast for next year is undoubtedly hot, hot, hot! Looking back on all of the runway parades we've covered in the past couple weeks, we can't help but notice the abundance of fun party frocks -- from Christian Siriano's tiered ruffles to Zac Posen's neon sheaths -- and the welcome resurgence of bright, cheerful hues (after all, what's more springy than color?) that seem to insist that high-impact shades are clearly going to be the new black! As for the late-night dance-floor hoppers, who can forget Whitney Port's designer debut with all of those slinky metallic numbers? And while the celebrity attendance record may have been abysmal (aside from the usual Anna Wintour and Rachel Zoe sightings), I'm sure the starlets will still be rocking these runway looks on the red carpet come spring! Take a look at the slideshow to reminisce with us over the Fashion Week highlights!
Photo Credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Tags : zac posen , whitney port , whitney eve , twinkle by wenlan , milly

New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Milly

Sabrina Newman on Sep 20, 2009 5:24 AM PDT

The Milly Spring/Summer 2010 "Punk Meets Prep" collection was high on my list of Fashion Week favorites. This season, designer Michelle Smith mostly abandoned her signature bright shades and bold prints and opted for a palette primarily of black and ecru with the occasional pop of color. The collection stayed true to Milly's signature femme aesthetic but the sweetness was offset by an edgy, punk-rock sensibility. Floaty silhouettes were toughened up with studs, embellishments, and layered jewelry (all from Milly's new jewelry collection). There were plenty of signature Milly staples -- mini shifts, elbow-sleeve coats, delicate blouses, metallic jacquard -- but the rich shades and sexy shapes infused these classics with a fabulous edge and radiated a stronger sense of bold confidence. Some of my absolute favorites included all of the hand-beaded knit sweaters and tops, a strapless metallic jacquard corset mini dress, and a black silk gauze trapeze dress (I will definitely be snagging that one the second it hits the racks!). From uptown prep to downtown punk and everything in between, this collection was full of must-have pieces that are both modern and timeless -- take a look at the slideshow to check them out!

Color Palette: black, ecru, pink, olive, orange
Celeb Sightings: Tinsley Mortimer, Amerie, Alison Brie
Photo Credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Tags : trapeze dress , studs , studded , spring summer 2010 , milly

Stylehive's Stylescopes Bring Out Your Sense Of Adventure, ...

Alex Gambardella on Jul 13, 2009 4:23 PM PDT

Last winter and spring, we saw belted trenches all over the place, and we were definitely diggin' the Sherlock-Holmes-gone-chic look. Rather than going out of style or retiring to the closet hangers due to the passing seasons, the khaki hues and cinched coats have instead been modified to adapt to the warm weather, bringing a bevy of new styles that are more reminiscent of a stylish safari chick than an undercover sleuth. Whether or not you're actually as adventurous as these savannah-inspired styles might suggest, you don't have to be Indiana Jones' new sidekick-in-training to rock the summery safari look -- it's simply written in the stars! Tauruses can add shape to their waist with a breathable belted cotton vest and Pisces ladies will feel breezy in a posh pair of long khaki shorts. Browse the slideshow for your sign and see how you're destined to dress this week!

Tags : zebra print , vix , victoria's secret , vests , milly

Influential International Style: Michelle Obama

kate napleton on Jun 28, 2009 5:25 AM PDT

Ever since she hit the campaign trail in her classic cardigans, and sassy jewel tones, yes, with her guns blazing, we knew Michelle Obama was a First Lady we could believe in. Besides being one of the most highly-educated women to ever hold the number two spot at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, she is an accomplished lawyer raised with real South Side Irish roots. Moreover, she has a gorgeous sense of style. Flattering sheath dresses, fun accessories, and a mixing of designer clothing with more common retail brands are the caveats of her first few months in office. Whether it's for a date night with the Commander in Chief or to tend her garden, Mrs. Obama always brings grace and elegance to any occasion. Check out my slideshow for ways to bring hope to your closet!

Tags : white house , theory , nordstroms , nordstrom , milly

Influential International Style: Julia Restoin Roitfeld

kate napleton on May 28, 2009 2:20 PM PDT

Maybe at first blush you didn't recognize the name of this style maven, but if you don't already, you will soon know the grace and pedigree of Julia Restoin Roitfeld. To be fair, she had really great fashion upbringing. Her mother, Carine Roitfeld, is the editor-in-chief of French Vogue and formerly the business partner of Mario Testino and muse to Tom Ford, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent. The Parsons-educated Julia was the face of Tom Ford's fragrance Black Orchid and her most recent campaign, this time for the new perfume Jil by Jil Sander, will be released soon. What differentiates Julia from most second-generation fashion editors (ahem, Bee Schaffer) is that she takes a unique perspective, and can change the idea you had about a piece of clothing. Like a leopard print tank, sequin miniskirt and oversize blazer. Says Julia, "Some people think that clothes are just things that you wear to cover yourself but I'm blown away because clothes to me are a sort of new pop art. Clothes can be either art or design but need a real purpose." Check out my slideshow for ways to adopt Julia's unique style to your wardrobe! Photo credit: PR Photos

Tags : vogue , versace , styles , style , milly

Explore Spring Trends With Floral And Ethnic Prints

Anna Yu on Apr 13, 2009 2:25 PM PDT

The long awaited arrival of spring means that there are beautiful flowers in bloom and possibilities of travel to far flung locales. Even if those flowers aren't blooming yet or you have no plans (or the money!) to go to exotic lands, why don't you bring those inspirations into your wardrobe instead? These days, floral prints are no longer reserved for your grandmother. Celebs like Kate Moss and Jessica Alba have been seen wearing floral prints which were everywhere on the spring 2009 runway shows. My pick for embracing the floral trend is with an abstract floral print skirt from Urban Outfitters. Ethnic prints are all about color and bold designs. Look for traditional prints like the Paisley Smocked Tube Dress from Forever 21. If you're not really a print wearing person, then try accessorizing with floral bag or a batik print scarf. No one will know you got it online while wearing your pajamas, so you can say you got in years ago in Morocco! Check out the slideshow to see more floral and ethnic prints fit for spring!

Tags : trend , style , spring , print , milly