This Week: Diane Kruger

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Diane Kruger is always a sight to see and that is why she is our pick for this week's Fashion Icon! She looks absolutely lovely in a long red gown at the 2012 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at Sunset Tower. Diane is also showstopping in a mint green, one shoulder dress at the 2012 Cannes Festival. Lastly, she looks classy and beautiful in a beautiful gray gown at the 2012 Critics Choice Awards.

New York Fashion Week featured many West Coast designers and brands including Skaist Taylor, the new collection from Juicy Couture, St. John, BCBG Max Azria, Herve Leger by Max Azria, and designers from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco.

Skaist-Taylor

St.John

BCBG Max Azria

Herve Leger by Max Azria

Designers from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco

Fashion Tip of the Week: How to Wear White...All the Time!

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Whoever said you can't wear white after Labor Day was seriously wrong! Some may say it is only appropriate for Spring and Summer but white also looks great in Fall and Winter when accentuated with some beautiful colors, or even by itself! It's time to put away the black for a little and try some more white!

We absolutely love Maxi skirts and dresses...so why not in white?

How about some white knit sweaters? Perfect for winter!

Put the black blazer on hold for a little...and try a white blazer!

And try on a sheer white shirt for some sex appeal!

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This Week: Julianne Hough

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Julianne Hough is as cute as it gets in these three gorgeous outfits above. Her bold and beautiful fashion choices are the reason she is this week's Fashion Icon. Julianne looks dazzling in a short sparkly dress at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. She also looks super sexy in a backless dress at the 2012 People's Choice Awards and even more exquisite in a long black and sheer gown at the 2012 Grammys.

These BOOTS Are Made For Walking...

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www.vogue.com
www.dianiboutique.com

Downtown Olive Street's New Opening, IX II II

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The boutique scene in downtown Los Angeles is bigger than ever, but is even bigger now with a new designer co-op known as IX II II.

Famous designers Javier Laval of Android Homme and Sarah and Brandon Scott of Scott X Scott Inc (pictured above) recently opened up this new 3,500 square-foot designer co-op, featuring a showroom and design offices located throughout the area. 

Fashion Tip of the Week: Collared Shirts

A collared shirt always gives a torso a few good inches and frames the body perfectly. Take a look at some located at Diani, Santa Barbara!

Elizabeth and James Odin Tux Shirt $265.00

Fall & Winter Fur Fashion Trend

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For the new season designers are placing a heavy emphasis on luxury, so pay attention to details and create that superior sense of sophistication with the help of the new season must-have: fur. Check out the looks proposed by some of the most renowned designers in the world and draw inspiration so you can dazzle with every appearance!

This Week: Anne Hathaway

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Anne Hathaway's new pixie cut and beautiful fashion choices led her to be this week's Fashion Icon. Anne looks stunning in a long white gown at the world premiere of her new movie The Dark Night Rises. She also looks incredible sporting a lovely black cocktail dress at the Late Night with David Letterman show in New York. Lastly, she looks beautiful and timeless in a sparkly gown at the London premiere of The Dark Night Rises.

How do you like her new look? Leave some comments.

River Sauvageau: A True Renaissance Woman

By Negeen Amuzegar

When I walked into Studio Sauvageau, I was absolutely captivated by the beautiful colors and elaborate designs. The unique handbags caught my attention and I instantly knew this designer was something special. As soon as I introduced myself to the designer, River Sauvageau, I immediately felt a sense of her kind heart and could hardly wait to learn more about her amazing talent. Full Article

Fall Trend: Polka Dots

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Guest Blogger: Tory Burch

A true fashionista always pays attention to the latest fashion updates so make sure this new season you're sporting the latest outfits. Polka dots are the new fashion trend to be looking for this fall/winter 2011-2012 season and they look super fun. Fashion can help you underline your individuality and dots are the easiest way to make a fashion statement as they go with everything and come in a variety of sizes and colors.  

This Week: Blake Lively

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Blake Lively is always fashionable on the set of her hit TV series, Gossip Girl, but she also looks amazing off screen. Blake looks chic and beautiful in a long white coat at the Noon by Noor Fashion Show. She also looks absolutely gorgeous in two breathtaking gowns at the New York and Los Angeles premiers of her new movie, Savages.

Furry Frenzy

There's no doubt that Fall 2012's hottest new trend is FUR (preferably faux, of course)! Fur coats, stoles, purses, shoes, and more! This trend has been seen both on the runway by famous designers seen above and off the runway. Fur is in to stay and we don't think it is going away anytime soon!

Images via:

www.vogue.com

www.glamour.com

www.purseblog.com

Fall & Back 2 School Fashion: Do's & Don'ts

Confused about what's in and out this season? Well fear no more! 
Here is a list of Do's and Don'ts for Fall & Back 2 School Fashion.

Do's DO wear cozy sweaters! At the J.Crew presentation at NY Fashion Week, cozy sweaters were seen paired with beautiful skirts and printed pants! Don't be afraid of a little color, but make sure to keep to similar colors so your outfit can flow! DO wear bright colors! Though we all need a few pairs of black tights for the Fall, don't forget to match them with some beautiful bright colors. This will make you stand out like no other! DO rock the pea coat! You may think pea coats were "so last Fall" but the navy pea coat still remains a hot trend this season! DO mix sporty and ladylike! The classic baseball cap looks perfect with girly pieces like skirts and dresses! Not into hats, try a Letterman jacket! DO be patriotic! It is ALWAYS cool to represent your country. Buy American products and support American designers! DO rock the skinny jeans! These are so in..tuck them into boots or wear them with flats!

Don'ts  DON'T skip the collar statement! Collars are IN...and by in, I mean all sorts, bedazzled, sparkly, shiny! This trend is happening off and on the runway and we think it is going to last! DON'T ditch the peplum trend! This is one of the most wearable trends and we are not ready to give it up just yet. Peplum dresses, skirts, pants, and tops for everyone! DON'T forget about pointy pumps! These pumps are perfect for Fall, especially in bright colors and shiny fabrics. These look great with cropped pants but NOT with wide-leg jeans! DON'T stick to boring handbags! Bright colors...and lots of them are in! Ditch the old black bag, and try something new, perhaps a turquoise or a magenta?  DON'T buy big heels if you can't rock them! Some of us just aren't made for 5 inch heels...and that's fine! Save yourself from looking silly and go with a 3 inch heel. DON'T wear running shoes with dresses or skirts!  Need I say more? DON'T combine all trends at once! Though it is good to always stay trendy, try to stick to one or two at a time!

  

Information via:

Glamour's The Dos & Dont's of Fall 2012 Fashion Trends

Huffington's Post's Kelly Cutrone's Fashion Dos and Don'ts

Creative Loafing Charlottes's Fall Guide: Fall Fashion Do's and Don'ts