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Chris Benz described his retro collection, “like a little kid watching your mom getting ready for a holiday party.” For Fall, the designer took a trip to the '50s and '60s with a festive array of sequins, lamé, and floral prints complete with throwback bouffants. Vibrant-hued trousers and cropped jackets were fresh and fun, while voluminous tulle skirts and metallic dresses provided a quirky Read more
Olivier Theyskens delivered loads of leather, sparkly boucle jackets, and all things cool for Theyskens' Theory's Fall 2012 collection. The designer told us the inspiration for his retro meets modern designs, and revealed that he doesn't get nervous before a big show! Watch our entire interview with the master of downtown cool right here. On Allison McNamara: H&M blouse. Read more
Rachel Zoe sat front row at the Derek Lam show where she raved about the designer, whom she called a "dear friend." The stylist turned designer revealed her trick to staying stylish in the cold and how to look chic on the go! It's all in today's Fab Flash. Read more
Theyskens' Theory is known for cool, downtown looks, and the Fall 2012 collection is rather inspired: by Grandma! Effortless hair floated down the runway thanks to a neat hair trick, and the makeup palette included warm bronze shades, taken from someone Granny might look at for beauty inspiration: the late Italian designer Elsa Schiaparelli. On Annie: BCBG; hair by TRESemmé. Read more
Rachel Roy knows how to make clothes that are both fashion forward and wearable. From knee-grazing leather skirts to intricate tweed dresses and luxe fur in vibrant shades, there is something for everyone in the Rachel Roy Fall collection. Rachel told us the secret to mixing prints like a pro, and she also revealed a surprising hidden talent! Watch today's Fab Flash to see more. On Allison Read more
The always-stylish Olivia Palermo is known for her eclectic yet polished ensembles. We spotted the style setter front row at the Rebecca Taylor show, where she revealed the designer she's most excited to wear this Spring. Read more
Altuzarra's Middle-Eastern inspired collection included a Couture Grunge beauty look, which was all about the eyes. Besides foundation, the only other makeup applied was double-winged eyeliner, which formed drops at the tear ducts, reminding us of a swan-esque creation. We went backstage and were able to catch this eye-catching transformation for ourselves! Makeup Concept: Tom Pecheux, MAC. Read more
If you're loving all of the vibrant floral prints seen so far on the Fall '12 runways, check out Mary Katrantzou's capsule collection for Topshop. The line, ranging from $80 to $700, debuts in stores and online this Friday and is sure to sell out fast. Peruse the entire lookbook now, featuring printed trousers, modern structural dresses, and tunics made in Katrantzou's signature artsy prints, and Read more
Theyskens' Theory focused on basics, but obviously the way Olivier Theyskens choose to view basics. That means gorgeously tailored jackets, skinny leather pants with a just a hint of slouch, artfully cut sweaters, and a series of cocktai dresses that hint of his old days designing for Rochas. Check out the entire runway show here. Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! Political theater over whether or not to extend the 2% payroll tax holiday has overshadowed the fact that most workers can do more to reduce the amount of tax withheld from their paychecks than anything cooked up in Washington. The power-to-the-people ploy? Using a W-4 form to put an end to overwithholding from your paychecks. Read more
