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    Welcome to the Jungle: Animal Prints Inspired By Dolce & Gabbana

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    Pauline Montupet on Nov 20, 2009 2:19 PM PST
    Animal prints have been around forever, since the near beginning of time. So it's not surprising that that they come back in fashion periodically. From leopard print to zebra prints -- you name it -- everything from the jungle will be welcomed this fall. Dolce & Gabbana have always been a huge fan of this wild style, making it their signature, and this fall other designers like Phillip Lim and Oscar de la Renta are embracing it as well. From realistic to abstract versions of the prints, they are everywhere and they're a bold way to add to some punch, pattern and texture to any outfit. Feeling risky? Go for a head to toe look inspired by the Dolce & Gabbana runway and pair a tastefully sexy leopard pencil skirt like the Mirror & Dash Leopard Skirt from Urban Outfitters with a Torn by Ronny Kobo bold shouldered long sleeve top. The different scaled prints and covered up shoulders make the look work, and at a fraction of the cost of the runway look! If a head-to-toe animal print is too much for you, try wearing an animal print top or shoe. Check out the slidshow to see ways to get wild with animal prints.
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    Influential International Style: M.I.A.

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    kate napleton on Nov 17, 2009 2:25 PM PST
    Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam broke into the music scene in 2004 and is simply impossible to forget, because of her lyrics, both catchy and intense ("All I wanna do is... BANG BANG BANG BANG"), and her unique style. M.I.A. seems to take style inspiration from all areas of her life - whether it's her love of prints coming from her past as a graphic designer, or drawing a love of dyeing techniques from her Sri Lankan decent. Her style is incredibly unique - and she puts things together the way no one else would, with a surprising mix of color, crazy textures and a great love of neon and shiny material. To get even close to M.I.A.'s signature style, you'll have to mix it up - bold bangles with loose-fitting neon shirts over shiny leggings with some bright kicks. Top it off with a hat and you're on your way. Check out my slideshow for some great ideas on how to get started incorporating M.I.A.'s look in to your personal style!
    Tags : tye dye , tie dye , style , shiny , prints
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    Style Flashback: Lisa Turtle From 'Saved by the Bell'

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    Ida Hsiang on Oct 26, 2009 5:19 AM PDT
    Jessie Spano was the brains and Kelly Kapowski was the beauty, but it was Lisa Turtle who had all the style. Saved by the Bell's resident style expert and gossip queen was sassy with sophisticated taste -- heck, she was even accepted into the Fashion Institute of Technology on the show's finale. But could we pull off her over-the-top look? To the rescue with some tips on making it work: our in-house fashion expert Brian. Brian says Lisa's wild style is back in a big way with graphic fit-and-flare dresses and light-wash denim jackets. Turn down the volume on her high-intensity style by sticking to tamer prints with fewer colors. Check out more of Lisa Turtle's style by clicking over to our friends at Lemondrop!
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Anna Sui

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    Lisanne Silverman on Sep 21, 2009 10:19 AM PDT
    Anna Sui has definitely kept herself busy this season, between her much anticipated Gossip Girl-themed Target collaboration and the stunningly rich circus-themed Spring 2010 collection she debuted just days ago at New York Fashion Week. Preppy separates like cable knit sweaters, pleated skirts, and coordinating jackets were given a playful spin with Peter Pan-collared tops, vividly printed silk shirts, and the most whimsical patchwork jacket imaginable. A steady stream of purple and grey looks gave way to splashes of pink, green, and orange for some eye-brightening variety. Patterns appeared to be haphazardly layered together at first, but with a more careful perusal, the mixing and matching produced an end result that was actually quite seamless- in some cases, it was difficult to see where one piece ended and another began! Purely intriguing, I tell you. My favorite look was the printed shorts and tie-neck blue peeking out from a marching band-inspired vest- and who could forget the sequined mask (worn as a headband- kind of brilliant, right?) on the always adorable Sasha Pivovarova? Click on my slideshow for more from Anna Sui at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week!


    Trends: pleated skirts, printed shorts, tie-neck blouses, florals, mixed prints
    Celebs: Peaches Geldof, Patrick Demarchelier, Kelly Killoren Bensimon

    Photo credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

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    Let Stylehive's Stylescopes Predict Your Perfect Print!

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    Ida Hsiang on Aug 24, 2009 4:26 PM PDT
    Color blocking and tried and true solids are great for numerous occasions, but cosmic powers have stated that prints are the way to go! Prints add interest to an outfit and are a good way to show your personal taste and style. An all-over tribal print dress really makes a statement while a printed scarf is a subtle nod to the trend. Prints and patterns are all over the place from runways to retail stores and are offered in a wide array of looks that either add a sweetly feminine spin or show trendy hipster style. Florals, ethnic prints, polka dots... they're all cute, but not every print works for everyone! So while that floral print skirt looks great on your best friend, you may be more suited for a funky tribal pattern. With all the options out there, how do you find the time to try them all on? Let the stars guide you to the perfect print that flatters and shows your own unique fashion sense. Check out the slideshow and see what prints you should try this week!
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    Eco-Friendly Swimwear From BECCA Swim

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    Modern Luxury on Jun 21, 2009 3:21 PM PDT
    Looking great and feeling good; is it possible? Of course, says swimwear designer Rebecca Virtue, creator of Becca Swim. For the woman who dreads buying a swimsuit, Becca Swim offers comfortable and wearable pieces that are fashionable and stylish. Every season Virtue pans thousands of prints to choose the best colors for her collection. Her pieces are mix and match with a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. Sit poolside in a Mediterranean-inspired aqua number, or lounge under a cabana in a Grecian-inspired print. While you lounge in the sun, you can give yourself props for helping the environment as well; Becca Swim is one of the first swimwear designers to have an eco-friendly collection; the majority of her fabrics are made out of soybean.
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