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Zac Posen’s first runway show was in 2002, and it received mixed reviews. That didn’t stop the endless buzz hyping the youthful designer—then just 21—as fashion’s Next Big Thing. In 2004, Sean “P. Diddy” Combs became an investor in his line, and celebrity clients such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Natalie Portman and Claire Danes began wearing [...]
Julie Haus may not be a name on your radar yet, but she will be. After growing up in Texas and learning pattern making from her grandmother, she has become known for immaculate hand work and impeccable tailoring and fit. At Lookstyle we love the ease and intricacy of her draping and custom prints. photos [...]
Although sometimes hard to understand and avante garde- no one does deconstructed fashion quite like Maison Martin Margiela. Honing his skills at labels like Comme des Garcon & Diesel, he has mastered the necessary skill set to keep styles cool and wearable. This season was no exception. [...]
Stella McCartney’s long time collaboration with adidas showed signs of crossing over into her main line with this spring’s collection. Her infusion of energy, freshness, & fitness was cool and sophisticated in paisley prints, mixed patterns, and athletic mesh details. photos courtesy of elle.com
Miuccia Prada’s spring line was nothing short of a inspirational hommage to the 1950′s. With pleated skirts, cropped top, and car-detailing inspired prints, the looks that sauntered down the runway were feminine and ladylike with a little edge. Lookstyle loves the contrasting prints and colors, the use of leather in an ultra feminine way, and [...]
Donatella does it again. After years in the fashion biz- the platinum blonde, overly tanned Italian has hit us with another collection that looks best on tanned legs & bronzed faces. The pastels and prints breezed down a glowing runway on mini shorts and dresses. Studded frocks were interspersed in citrus, black, and white and are [...]
Barely out of college, fashion wunderkind Alexander Wang has already taken the industry by storm, and the 2008 CFDA Fashion Awards nominee shows no signs of slowing down. Born and raised in San Francisco, Wang moved to New York City at eighteen to try his hand at designing clothes. After just one year of studying [...]
This spring season, Shuan Kearney’s line for Cynthia Steffe had a huge emphasis on embroidery, handcrafting, and beading, which is why he decided to showcase the collection at a cocktail party where guests could truly appreciate and work and detail that went into the designs. The line has a sort of safari, desert theme with [...]
We love Yigal Azrourel’s Spring 2012 because it truly captures the essence of Spring’s trends. While line features a variety of trends such as neutral colors with splashes of bold ones, leather, print, and tailored silhouettes, it still all flows together in such an effortless way and could certainly be one woman’s wardrobe. The collection [...]
Maria Cornejo’s spring collections combines all of the things that Lookstyle loves in our clothing- style, polish, and comfort. From the silk dresses and blouses to innovative leathers- we want to live in it this season.
Founded in 1949, Austrian brand Wolford is renowned for its sumptuous hosiery, shapewear and lingerie solutions. The go-to label for fashionistas in the know, its high-quality, high-comfort styles offer the perfect foundation to every outfit. We love its super cool bandage tights and luxe embellished bodysuits that are too beautiful to stay hidden. courtesy of [...]
For Valentino’s Spring 2012 collection, it was all about the details. Beautifully embroidered fabrics, luxurious embellishments, and carefully structured silhouettes are just some of the things that can describe this line. It was somehow a mixture of all things, girly, ladylike, seductive, glamorous, bohemian all in one, but somehow to form one gorgeous, cohesive line. [...]
For us at Lookstyle, the Italian powerhouse is one of our favorites every season. From the ultra glam days of Tom Ford to downtown cool vibe of Frida Gianni- we always love the bold styling of Gucci. This spring’s collection was a special one as the label celebrates it’s 90th birthday. The 20′s theme was [...]
Spring’s tribal inspired collection was a far cry from the super sleek and chic separates that went down the runway for Fall. But, there are still the essential Donna pieces that we continue to wear season after season. Lookstyle loves how her body con dresses get some punch in bright colors and theHaitian inspired day [...]
The delicious decadence of Alexander McQueen’s fashion house has not diminished since his death in February of 2010. As the fashion world mourned his loss, the house honored his legacy by putting Sarah Burton at the head of the label. She scored the coveted honor of designing Kate Middleton’s dress for the royal wedding and [...]
This clever line is taking aim at bridging the gap between when looks hit the runway and when they become available in stores. Italian clothier, Pinko, and Gucci alum Alessandra Facchinetti are teaming up to give us the instant gratification that makes fashion so much fun. Following the Spring show of military-inspired tailoring and quirky prints, [...]
Olivier Theyskens was born to a Belgian chemical engineer and a French homemaker. When he was young, Theyskens desperately wanted to be a girl, and was tormented by the fact that girls “got to be princesses and wear skirts.” As a child, Theyskens’ parents encouraged him to draw men and women in costumes and were [...]
This season, Sass and Bide is still the same old Sass and Bide that we love, but while trying some new things! They still stuck with what they are known for- putting unexpected things together and making them look like they were made for each other, but this time a little less eccentric and slightly [...]
Though best known for her bridal collection, this Spring, our go-to party and formal affair looks come from Reem Acra. Her gowns ”particularly appeal to women of individual style who are looking for glamour and sophistication on the most important day of their life.” This Spring, we love exquisite details in day styles like printed silk [...]
The handsewn moccasin goes back hundreds of years to the native Passamaquoddy of Downeast Maine. In 1909 Harry Smith started a business making footwear with handsewn moccasin inspired by the native craft. His customers were local shoe purveyors (like LL Bean) and hunting and fishing guides who appreciated the comfort, durability, and natural feel of [...]
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