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Emma Stone Somehow Makes This Quirky Sleeve Situation Look Good
Posted on November 16 2016
The Giorgio Armani dress that Emma Stone wore for the AFI Fest Centerpiece Gala's screening of her (and Ryan Gosling's!) new film "La La Land" in Los Angeles on Tuesday should not have worked. Its quirky, ruffled sleeve ridges made of silk jacquard were somehow reminiscent of the garnish you ...
Move Over, French Girls: We're Looking to Ghana for Style Inspiration
Posted on November 16 2016
Fashion has long had an obsession with "dressing like a French girl," but the truth is that Paris isn't the only city with seriously stylish residents. In our column "International It Girl," we celebrate our fashion inspirations from all over the world. First up? Ghana.When I was a junior in ...
No One in Tom Ford's 'Nocturnal Animals' Wears Any Tom Ford (or Other Designer) Clothes
Posted on November 16 2016
"I don't work with Tom Ford the fashion designer. I work with Tom Ford the movie director," said "Nocturnal Animals" costume designer Arianne Phillips. "I've never worked with Tom Ford the fashion designer, actually." Now, let me just say that watching the movie for the second time wasn't ...
A Diverse Group of Inspiring Women Got Together and Wore Beautiful Clothes at the 'Glamour' Women of the Year Awards
Posted on November 15 2016
Glamour held its annual Women of the Year awards in Los Angeles on Monday evening to honor a variety of women doing amazing and inspiring things. There's no such thing as a bad time to gather female leaders together and celebrate them, but the fact that this year's WOTY event ...
Maddie Ziegler Says Millie Bobby Brown is the Muse for Her New Eponymous Fashion Line
Posted on November 15 2016
In further news celebrating strong, smart and successful women, 14-year-old Maddie Ziegler just added "fashion designer" to her multi-hyphenate title of dancer, actor, model and all-around Cool Teen™. After winding down from touring with Sia, the former "Dance Moms" ...
'Bronde' Orlando Bloom is Really On-Trend for Fall
Posted on November 14 2016
If you're a 20-something woman, there's a chance that at one point in your formative years, you had a big ol' crush on one Orlando Bloom. From his signature mop of brunette curls, to his platinum blonde extensions as Legolas, to various period garb, Bloom has proven himself to be ...
Lorelai and Rory Stay True to Their Signature Style in 'Gilmore Girls: a Year in the Life'
Posted on November 14 2016
If there were ever a time to champion smart, independent, self-starting, successful, "nasty" women who steadfastly support each other, it's right now. (A little hope and optimism doesn't hurt, either.) So the impending four-part return of "Gilmore Girls" on Netflix on Nov. 25 arrives at a welcome ...
Deep, Moody Hues Dominated the Red Carpet at the 2016 Governors Awards
Posted on November 13 2016
Late fall — and the deep, moody color palette that accompanies it — was in full swing at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' 8th Annual Governors Awards in Hollywood on Saturday evening. It's rare for so many bona-fide movie stars to arrive en masse, all wearing varying shades of ...
Why Hillary Clinton Chose to Wear Purple to Deliver Her Concession Speech
Posted on November 09 2016
On Wednesday morning, Democratic Presidential Nominee Hillary Clinton arrived at The New Yorker hotel to deliver her concession speech. As she took the stage, we at Fashionista immediately began questioning the significance of the color purple — and why it adorned her pantsuit's lapel, why she ...
Distract Yourself from the Election Results With Some Adorable Animals in Fashion Shoots
Posted on November 09 2016
We know there's not much that we, the editors of Fashionista, can say or do to assuage the shock, fear, anger and/or anxiety you may be feeling on account of the fact that Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States. Honestly, we're gutted ourselves, as are many of ...
Celebrities Wore Their Patriotic Finest in Honor of Election Day
Posted on November 08 2016
Here's something you may not know: It's Election Day. And this election is a particularly historic and contested one.Celebrities have turned out in droves to exercise their civic duty, and many of them have done so while wearing perfectly patriotic fashions. Most of them weren't shy about ...
Talking Style with Stassi Schroeder of 'Vanderpump Rules'
Posted on November 08 2016
"Vanderpump Rules," Bravo's smash-hit show following the deliciously dramatic lives of LA-based 20- and 30-somethings working at Lisa Vanderpump's trendy lounge and eatery, SUR (that's Sexy Unique Restaurant, for the uninitiated), returned for season five on Monday, providing ...
ComplexCon Had Everything: Sneakers, Pharrell, Social Activism
Posted on November 07 2016
When I arrived at the Long Beach Convention Center Saturday morning to a hundreds-deep line of mostly 20-somethings in their best gear (So. Much. Adidas.), I was met with a row of food trucks offering up a menagerie of street food to the sound of a steady bumping base from the arena’s Pigeons and ...
Let Naomie Harris's Silver Gucci Suit Show You How to Dress for the Holidays
Posted on November 07 2016
When the holidays roll around, it's easy to fall into the trap of wearing nothing but red, green and enough sparkle to help the FAA land a 747 in an electricity outage. Not that there's anything wrong with glitter, per se — it's just that sometimes you're looking for a chic alternative to all ...
The 'Loving' Costumes are Just as Powerful and Understated as the Film
Posted on November 07 2016
"Loving," which opened to limited audiences on Friday, tells the true story of Richard and Mildred Loving, whose marriage led to the landmark 1967 Supreme Court ruling that invalidated laws prohibiting interracial marriage in the United States. It's a quiet, but powerful ...
Canada-Based Beaufille, Run by Two Sisters, Is a Label to Watch
Posted on November 04 2016
Growing up in a creative household in Toronto helped fuel Beaufille sister-designers Chloe and Parris Gordon's foray into design. Their mother, a fine artist who "hand-painted every floor, ceiling, stairway, nook and cranny" in their family home, introduced them to fashion with trips to ...
Kendall Jenner Channels Paris Hilton With Her 21st Birthday Ensemble
Posted on November 03 2016
Happy Birthday, Kendall Jenner! The Instamodel celebrated her 21st birthday (officially Thursday, Nov. 3) on Wednesday night in Los Angeles, complete with her closest friends and a MirMir photo booth. Of course, the birthday girl had to wear a standout look for the special occasion, ...
How the 'Game of Thrones' Costume Designer Dressed a Young Queen Elizabeth II in Netflix's 'The Crown'
Posted on November 03 2016
Costume designer Michele Clapton knows a thing or two about designing crowns for formidable female rulers. She designed the fantastical Westeros and beyond looks for the first five seasons of "Game of Thrones" and returned to the HBO series for the last two episodes of season six to create four ...
Minimalist, Cool-Girl Japanese Label Enföld Arrives Stateside
Posted on November 02 2016
It's pretty inspiring — and rare — to see sales floor staff climb the ranks to end up on the design end of the fashion industry, but Mizuki Ueda achieved just that, and without a formal education. As the creative director of Enföld, a Tokyo-based contemporary womenswear line ...
Emma Watson and This Dior Gown are A Natural Pairing
Posted on November 01 2016
While other celebrities and fashion people were busy getting a bit kooky for Halloween, Emma Watson spent Monday evening looking damn near perfect in a gown by Dior. Specifically, she wore a black Dior "Le Diable" embroidered tulle long dress from the spring 2017 collection, which ...
Michelle Obama's Halloween Costume Was an Autumnal 3.1 Phillip Lim Sweater
Posted on November 01 2016
By now, you may have seen the video footage of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama dancing to Michael Jackson's "Thriller" at the White House's annual Halloween party on Monday. That's some good stuff, right? And while the First Lady wasn't exactly wearing a single sparkly ...
Introducing Floravere, the First Direct-to-Consumer, Made-to-Order Wedding Dress Brand
Posted on November 01 2016
The buzzword "disruptor" gets thrown about liberally in the fashion-meets-tech universe. But the launch of Floravere, the first direct-to-consumer, made-to-order, luxury bridal company (did you get all that?), really might just turn the traditional high-end wedding market on its head. Yes, we ...
Chantal Says Hasta La Vista, Baby
Posted on October 31 2016
After almost exactly two years at Fashionista, today marks my last day at this delightful boutique #content farm. It is a surreal feeling because I feel so at home here.It is also bizarre to think about how much I have changed since arriving. As a former borderline-mediocre Condé Nast ...
Petra Collins was a Gucci Dream at the LACMA Art + Film Gala
Posted on October 31 2016
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art held its sixth annual Art + Film gala over the weekend, and with Gucci as a sponsor, you can believe that it was quite the star-studded (and extremely well-dressed) affair. Artist Petra Collins (also a face of the brand) was one of our favorites, and attended ...
Here's Your Favorite Fashion People's Halloween Costumes
Posted on October 30 2016
With each passing Halloween, it seems like the fashion set outdoes themselves with their costumes. (More makeup, more bodysuits, more... prosthetics?) And while we can always count on certain members of the industry to seriously deliver — Heidi Klum, Marc Jacobs, anyone from the ...
The Most Winning Red Carpet Looks from This Week's Many Awards Events
Posted on October 28 2016
The official awards season is still a few months out, but this week's jam-packed events schedule included several more low-key awards functions, from Elle's Women in Hollywood and InStyle's ceremonies, to Fashion Group International's night of stars and the World of Children Awards. There was also ...
Harley Viera Newton Just Wants to Be in Your Closet
Posted on October 28 2016
When you're a model/DJ/all-around "It Girl" like Harley Viera Newton — a regular in the front rows of the biggest designers and behind the decks at the best fashion events — one would assume finding the perfect thing to wear would be a breeze. But even with her access to designer clothes, ...
Kristen Stewart and St. Vincent Are Now Red Carpet Official
Posted on October 27 2016
Looks like art—rock dream-girl St. Vincent (née Annie Clark) is officially dating actress Kristen Stewart and, in turn, no longer dating model-who-acts-now Cara Delevingne. Rumors of Clark and Delevingne's split first flooded the internet last month, but weren't truly confirmed until just two ...
Svilu is a Thoughtfully Made, Fabric-First Label to Watch
Posted on October 26 2016
Sustainability in fashion is a journey, not a destination, and also a word that's lost much meaning in today's green-washed world. It's notable, then, that Svilu's Britt Cosgrove and Marina Polo avoid that term, often preferring "thoughtfully designed" or "mindfully made" to ...
Bella Hadid Debuts Maria Grazia Chiuri's Dior Collection Off the Runway
Posted on October 26 2016
Bella Hadid — model, #instagirl and the newest ambassador of Dior Beauty — reminded everyone Tuesday night that while she has the face to front a Dior beauty campaign, she looks pretty damn good in the clothes, too. At an event celebrating Dior Beauty Creative ...
Meet the Up-and-Coming Designer Already on Lady Gaga’s Radar After One Collection
Posted on October 26 2016
When it comes to dressing celebrities, there are a few famouses who have Holy Grail status, the kind who can launch a career into the stratosphere. Lady Gaga makes that short list; think of Nicola Formichetti and Brandon Maxwell, who started out styling the star and now have mega fashion careers of ...
Lucy Hale's Twisty, Gold Wire Hairstyle Stood Out at the 'Elle' Women in Hollywood Awards
Posted on October 25 2016
Elle's Women in Hollywood Awards took place Monday night and, as to be expected, lots of women from Hollywood were in attendance. The event was filled with plenty of fall beauty and style inspiration — as well as ample Girl Power vibes. Velvets and brocades had a major moment, as did deep ...
Bella and Gigi Hadid Will Duke It Out for Model of the Year at the 2016 Fashion Awards
Posted on October 25 2016
In an attempt to reach the scale of its American counterparts — the CFDA Awards and the Met Gala — and appeal to an international audience, the British Fashion Awards recently rebranded to become The Fashion Awards, and on Tuesday, British Fashion Council Chairman Natalie Massenet ...
Emma Stone Had a Very Prada Weekend
Posted on October 24 2016
Emma Stone stopped by the mid-Atlantic states this weekend to promote her new, Oscar buzz-worthy musical film "La La Land," co-starring Ryan Gosling and coming to theaters in December. As usual, Stone delivered some winning fashion looks at the same time, styled by long-time collaborator Petra ...
It Was a Very, Very Good Week for Gowns on the Red Carpet
Posted on October 21 2016
We've (finally) arrived at a relatively sleepy time of year in the industry, nestled right between fashion month and awards season. While we all could use a little breather, we're happy to report that, thanks to end-of-year movie premieres and glitzy galas, the red carpets are still providing us ...
Tosia is a New York-Made, Modern Essentials Label to Watch
Posted on October 21 2016
When I sat down this week to meet Sara Hankin, who launched her brand Tosia two years ago, it was immediately clear that she is the kind of designer who lives and breathes her brand. With an old-school approach to design, Hankin, 29, offers modern, clean silhouettes that ...
Kenzo's H&M Collaboration Was Basically Made for Charli XCX
Posted on October 20 2016
Charli XCX is a pop star like no other: She writes her own music, as well as mega-hits for the likes of Icona Pop and Iggy Azalea (#tbt), but never takes herself too seriously. And while she isn't one to play by the fashion rules, she certainly knows how to get people talking with her fun, ...
How 'InStyle' Picks The Most Stylish Women of the Year
Posted on October 20 2016
"The moment that really crystallized it for me was seeing [Nicole Kidman] at the UNICEF dinner in Los Angeles in this really amazing Vuitton wrap dress this year," said Eric Wilson. "That was just such a beautiful dress." The InStyle fashion news director was explaining how he and his ...
Frank Ocean Wore Checkered Vans to the State Dinner, Is the Greatest
Posted on October 19 2016
Frank Ocean, the enigmatic, elusive persona whose long periods of absence from the public eye send hysterical waves of panic across the internet, isn't one to frequently walk red carpets or attend fancy parties. Sure, he recently released his new album, "Blonde," and starred in the fall 2016 Calvin ...
'Rocky Horror' Reboot: How Legendary Costume Designer William Ivey Long Reimagined Dr. Frank-N-Furter
Posted on October 18 2016
It's been over four decades since "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" debuted on Broadway in 1973, followed by the 1975 movie, starring Susan Sarandon — which you probably enjoyed while dressed up in leather bondage gear during a midnight showing (or many) in college. ...
Alicia Vikander Put a New Twist on Old Hollywood
Posted on October 17 2016
While you truly can't go wrong with an Old Hollywood-style look for a red carpet, there's something about it that can feel a little stale (perhaps because it's been around for over 60 years?) and obvious.Leave it to new red-carpet darling Alicia Vikander to breathe new life into the aesthetic. The ...
Baserange Is A Super Simple and Sustainable Label to Watch
Posted on October 17 2016
In a time where Gucci's more-is-more aesthetic is thriving, and making a statement, whether for social media or a street style moment, is a priority, brands like Baserange that channel the quieter moments of fashion still flourish. Its undergarments — soft, subtle ...
A Lot of Celebrities Have Already Worn Spring 2017 Looks Straight Off the Runway
Posted on October 17 2016
Celebrities have preeminent privileges on just about everything: VIP entry into the most exclusive parties, prime walk-in tables at the hottest restaurants, "Hamilton" tickets at leisure and even first dibs on the most talked about Fashion Month looks literally right off ...
The Fanning Sisters Dominated the Red Carpet This Week
Posted on October 14 2016
When we were taking a look at this week's standout moments from the red carpet, everything was well, coming up Fanning. But as both Dakota and Elle Fanning have various projects to promote — and share the same excellent stylist, Samantha McMillen — it's no surprise each sister had a ...
This Is Maybe the Best Nicole Kidman Has Looked in a Long Time
Posted on October 13 2016
There was a time when Nicole Kidman regularly topped best dressed lists with her sartorial choices. Without meaning any offense, it's been a while since she's popped up on our red-carpet radar — until Wednesday night. Kidman attended the London Film Festival to promote her film "Lion," and ...
How to Wear a Suit to the Airport, According to Kate Middleton and Elle Fanning
Posted on October 13 2016
Airport style, at least with famous people, has become a well-documented art. Most opt for more put-together ensembles, usually with the help of a stylist, while others don't really give a damn despite the high chance of being photographed. We come across so many celebrity ...
Cobie Smulders Demonstrates The Power of a Really Good Red Dress
Posted on October 12 2016
While a striking red dress might be intimidating for some and a little too close to the flamenco dancer emoji for others, it looks like Cobie Smulders doesn't fall into either of those categories. The actress opted for the color during her promo tour of the "Jack ...
The 11 Best Wedding Dresses for Fall 2017
Posted on October 12 2016
Fall 2017 bridal coverage wouldn't be complete without a top list of the best dresses, right? But considering the sheer number of dreamy dresses (and pants!) we've seen all week, that's a pretty ambitious task. So, we decided to divide and conquer and share ...
Felicity Jones’s Bangs are as Flawless as Her Alexander McQueen Look
Posted on October 11 2016
At the Monday premiere of "Inferno" in Berlin, the film's female star, Felicity Jones, shined in a gem-encrusted ensemble. She wore a combination of pieces from Alexander McQueen's pre-fall 2016 collection: a tulle top layered over a black crepe corset, a draped skirt, charm-embroidered belt ...
How H&M Design Award Winner Hannah Jinkins Translated Her 'Staple-to-Fit' Collection for Fast Fashion Retail
Posted on October 11 2016
Just a few days after Hannah Jinkins won H&M's 2016 Design Award last December, she set out for the fast fashion retailer's Stockholm offices to get to work: As part of the prize, the 2015 Royal College of Art grad and native Londoner has partnered with H&M over the past year ...