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    7 Seriously Alluring (And Wearable!) Leather Mini Dresses

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    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.
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Michael Kors

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    Alex Gambardella on Sep 22, 2009 7:17 AM PDT
    If you've been going through Michael Kors withdrawals due to his erratic attendance record on the latest Project Runway season's judging panel, you may be happy to see that he's more than making up for it at his "day job." The designer's Spring/Summer 2010 collection focused on architectural shapes and his own modern play on the power suit, boasting a number of patterned three-piece ensembles and updated shift dresses for today's business bigwigs. While still managing to keep his classic ready-to-wear silhouettes, Kors strayed slightly from his signature understated elegance and threw in some bold cut-outs, edgy plastic insets, and a variety of metallic and splatter paint patterns one might not typically see in the straight-laced business world. Take a look at the slideshow for some of the runway highlights!


    Color Palette: white, black, soft grey, lavender, sky blue
    Trends: sleeveless shift dresses, plastic insets, cut-outs, zipper accents, one-shoulder minis
    Photo Credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
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    New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010: Milly

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    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
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    Ten Dresses To Hide That Holiday Baked Goods Bulge

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    Caitlin McNulty on Nov 25, 2008 6:21 AM PST
    The holidays are approaching which means joyous times with friends, family, and of course, feasts! No matter how many times you tell yourself you won't overindulge on appetizers, entrees, and desserts, everyone experiences that holiday post-meal pooch, but the party must gone on, right? This year, don't get weighed down by the aftereffects of a holiday dinner party in tight tube dress--the Hive has come up with a variety of food-friendly fashions that will let you enjoy the holidays and still feel and look great afterwards. Conceal stuffed stomachs with a smokin' shift dress and hide not-so-tight tummies with tasteful tunics--or raise the bar one step higher with an empire-waist dress like this adorable Nanette Lepore dress. Click on the slideshow to see some of our favorite holiday dresses that won't have you unbuckling your belt, pulling down the zipper, or regretting that second helping of mashed potatoes.
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    Five Of Our Favorite Shift Dresses For Fall!

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    Greta on Oct 28, 2008 6:20 AM PDT
    In the world of fashion there aren't many styles as effortlessly chic and timeless as the shift dress. This fall, these classic dresses take on a modern and more versatile role, shifting from weekdays in the office to weekends out on the town. Since the style seems to make an appearance down every season's runways in some form or another, there are plenty of styles, colors, lengths, and fabrics to choose from. Stylehive is, of course, full of chic yet totally unique and versatile shifts. Like this cheeky election-themed vintage shift dress- it was made in 1968, but it's perfect for 2008. Marc Jacobs' bold kelly green shift is a modern and fun take on classic houndstooth. And this rich brocade-print linen shift is 3/4-sleeved, and perfect for fall settings. To see more of this style search the Hive, and be sure to click on the slideshow to see my five favorite shift dresses.
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