All Doll'd Up

Fashion Flashback: Embrace Lace

You know what they say: In the world of fashion, everything old is new again. And looking around at Fashion Week’s front row fans, one comeback trend stood out loud and clear. Style savants and fashionistas were covered to their toes in luxe lace sporting gams that had never looked so doll’d up.

Sure, this pic is 13 years old—and yes, the hair is a little…well, let’s not go there—but I have to say: From the chain bag to the lovely in lace legs, this is an ensemble that’s made it right back around.

Want to work the look? Learn how to put your best legs forward right here.

Lace it up,

Fashion Week SS10 Was Doll-tastic!

It’s already over?! But I was just getting started! All of the shows at the Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Week in NYC were so luxe, unbelievably stunning and as chic as you would expect. The celebs were in full force, and Bryant Park definitely had a little extra energy in the air—possibly a lingering reminder of what a great time everyone had at Fashion’s Night Out.

After seeing so many star-studded, model-icious shows, it’s almost impossible to pick my favorite collections…but a girl can try! Here are five shows that blew the roof of the tents for very different reasons:

1. Michael Kors: Because the exotic collection was fierce! And instead of sending the ultra fabulous models out one by one, the rebel designer sent them all at once, which raised the eyebrows of editors and celebs alike. Way to keep it interesting…

2. Oscar de la Renta: Because of this ah-mazing, cantaloupe, Mad Men chic, totally divine dress (and yes, the rest of the collection, too). Must. Have. It. All.

3.1 Phillip Lim: Because Lim’s show was a total feast of color! The red runway and crimson outfits created a super hot look, and got the temperatures in the front row up a few degrees. The clean cuts and chic accessories looked totally wearable, and the show was the talk of the tent.

4. Anna Sui: Because prep chic has never looked better. Now that Anna Sui’s cultivated cuteness is going to be available to all through her newly launched Target line, everyone was paying special attention to her runway creations. Verdict? I’m so into a Gossip Girl makeover.

5. Charlotte Ronson: Because we all have a little bit of tough in us! Charlotte’s fab fashions for spring threw the girly look to the spring breeze, yet still managed to retain some femininity. Definitely what to wear when you mean business.

I just can’t wait to see how these runway looks translate into street chic trends next year. My predictions? Symmetry, color blocks, mod flashbacks, lace, eclectic accessories and fun!

Spring is in the air,

I Heart This: All Dressed Up

From Fashion Week to NYE, there are so many reasons to love fall! From the luxe to the basic, there are so many amazing trends and ultra fabulous looks this year; I'll be posting a super hot item from my fall must-have list right here every week. (After all, I know I'm not the only one who wants to look fab this season.) Obsession-worthy finds? I promise, doll-ling!

From what to wear to what to read to what to carry it in, check back each week to see what I'm “hearting” and how you can get it, too!

Must-Have #10: Dress to Impress

You know that perfect, little black dress? The one you really should have bought two of, because now it’s starting to wear out a little and now you’re kicking yourself? The one you wish you had bought in every single color possible, because if it looks that fab in black, you know it looks that fab in green and blue and red and white, too?

Yeah. Welcome to the One Dress.

There’s a reason Angelina Jolie and other A-listers are super smitten with this versatile frock. Created by renowned designer Malcolm Harris, the One Dress is actually a collaboration of over 1,000 women who all helped create the perfect must-have dress by weighing in on all matters (fabric, cut and neckline) via sites like Facebook and Twitter. And as if listening to what women want isn’t enough, Harris is also known for creating programs where fashion meets humanitarianism, so a portion of all One Dress sales will go to Womankind Worldwide.

What other outfit can claim all that?

Always a perfect fit,

Fashion Week Luxe Redux: See and Be Scene

Now that Fashion Week is in full swing it’s all about the backstage parties, pinktastic happenings and not-to-be-missed events! And while New York is crawling with models, rock stars, DJs, designers and A-listers galore, you kinda want to wear something that turns heads—no easy feat in this crowd.

It takes fab glamour and just a hint of jaw-dropping, head turning je ne sais quoi. Yeah, kind of a big deal, but certain outfits make it look easy.

Like this little number by Tommy Hilfiger from my NYC fashion show. All understated glitz and glam, it’s sure to get a double take or two, and if the opportunity strikes, you can even fearlessly approach DVF knowing you look fab (hey, it’s Fashion Week. It could happen).

Dressed to the nines,

I Heart This: Fashion Week Footwear!

From Fashion Week to all-new accessories, there are so many reasons to love fall! From the luxe to the basic, the trends this year are better than ever, and I'll be posting a must-have item from my fall essentials list right here every week. (After all, I know I'm not the only one who wants to look fab this season.) Obsession-worthy finds? I promise, doll-ling!

From what to wear to what to read to what to carry it in, check back each week to see what I'm “hearting” and how you can get it, too!

Essential #1: Bare Your Soles at Fashion Week!

You’re running from tent to tent. From backstage to front row. Jamming from catwalks to after-parties. And yes, Fashion Week is one of the best, most stylish, fashionable and insanely fun times of the year, but you know what else it is? Majorly rough on the feet.

Blisters? Not hot. So if you just can’t bear 16 hours straight in stilettos, why not take a cue from the stylists and insiders by going flat and doing it in style? Now I need a little—ahem—extra lift, and I’ve been working heels for years, but thanks to these uber-chic Loub’s (a Fashion Week Daily obsession!), you can hit all the shows well-heeled and sans pain. Plus, with those little red soles, no one’s going to accuse you of dressing down, now are they?

Looking industry,