An architectural aesthetic, specifically Bauhaus style, rules for BCBG's Fall 2012 collection. Structure manifested itself via colorblocking, but it was done on fluid silk chiffon shift dresses, so the effect was a pretty blend of strong forms on flowy silhouettes. The geometric shapes created by bold color combos — black and orange, merlot and blush — were intensified with textural plays Read more

If there's one way to get our undivided attention, it's a super pretty, "aww"-inducing wedding lookbook, chock-full of enviable dresses and inspiring color schemes. That's exactly what J.Crew delivered in its latest bridal collection. Jump right into these romantic styles. From a crisscross wedding dress neckline and floor-skimming silhouette to bright pops of silk taffeta and hints of flowy Read more

For BCBG Max Azria's 2012 Pre-Fall collection, designers Max and Lubov Azria continued to show off their penchant for asymmetrical hemlines and fluid gowns. Described as, "Slavic soul meets bohemian spirit," the designers created silk chiffon dresses with sheer, pleated, and lace details, encompassing a simultaneously modern, yet feminine spirit. Like last season, handkerchief hemlines and bright Read more

Dark, moody romanticism was explored on many a Fall runway — from the head-to-toe jet-black looks at Lanvin and Rick Owens, to the mercurial floaty chiffon pieces at Roberto Cavalli, we're feeling this slightly fatalistic trend. You can also glean some goth-glam inspiration from Katia Selinger in this spread for L'Officiel Brazil's September 2011 issue, swathed in sultry black chiffon, Read more

Tory Burch took us to the French seaside circa 1920 for a Spring 2012 collection that seemed to channel a young Coco Chanel. Per usual, her knack for color and print shone through in lovely mixes of raspberry and ivory, deep red and pale pink, and fig and navy. For day, there were tweed jackets with fringe detail, drop-waist pleated dresses, a silk sweatshirt with mesh detail, and ribbed linen Read more

BCBG cited Spring’s fresh energy and an urban, global spirit as inspiration for the Spring 2012 collection, which was dedicated almost entirely to soft, breezy dresses. Silk crepe and sheer chiffon fabrics were cut to flow away from the body via asymmetric hems, thigh-high slits, drop-waist, knife pleats, and peekaboo shoulders. There was a sporty element too, thanks to exposed bands in Read more

Richard Chai is known for his downtown cool aesthetic that always has a fresh, feminine spin, and for Spring 2012 the clothes had a distinctly preppy tone. The Richard Chai girl has an inner tomboy — he offered up crisp collared shirts with peekaboo shoulders, cotton blazers in bright orange, and floral biker shorts in response. Known for his layering prowess, some of the most interesting Read more

Bridal season is in full throttle; we're looking to J.Crew's bridal and bridesmaid collections for romantic inspiration. With silhouettes ranging from short and ruffled to long and ethereal, there's an aisle style for everyone. Meanwhile, bridesmaids can satiate their need for a stylish dress – that can be used for weddings and beyond — with an abundance of silk organza and chiffon Read more

Vanessa Hudgens showed off her glamorous side last night at the LA premiere of Sucker Punch, donning a Spring '11 Jenny Packham silk chiffon beaded gown. Up front, the silhouette looks covered up and chic, but the back tells a sexier story thanks to that cool cutout detail. The dazzling doesn't stop there: her wavy updo is on our list of Spring DIYs, and we love how she decked on the funky Read more

Ever dream of being a mystical witch princess? If so, Mara Hoffman's Fall collection is for you. That said, it's one beautiful mystical witch princess. Floor-length dresses had hoods, but lest you think that's a warmth factor, they were done in silk chiffon or jersey, and one was backless. Models' fingers were painted black and were bedecked in All For the Mountain jewelry. Knits were a standout: Read more