Spoiler alert (and contest too)! July 29, 2011

Once again our Thursday nights are hopelessly devoted to Project Runway. And (how cool is this?) we’ve got some exclusive behind-the-scenes video from last night’s winning designer…

 

We’re giving TWO lucky winners the chance to take home their favorite piece from our exclusive, limited-edition jewelry collection designed by Project Runway Season 8 winner Gretchen Jones. If you’re a fashion fanatic, this trivia contest should be a breeze. Just answer the following question in the comments section below by tonight at 12am Midnight PST.

 

 Trivia question:

Remember the model wearing the winning look…what shoes (brand and name) was she wearing as she strutted down the catwalk?

 

We’ll be picking one winner at random from correct entries. The other winner? Well, that will be the first person to guess correctly, of course!

 

Get the details

UPDATE 8/1: We have our winners!

Congrats to Erika for being the first to guess correctly! And L. Perez for winning the random drawing! You both won your choice of piece from the Gretchen Jones for Piperlime jewelry collection. We’ll contact you via email soon.

Editor's picks from your favorite magazines... July 29, 2011

This is Zoe exciting... July 28, 2011

The Rachel Zoe collection is out and we have it here!

Obsession of the week... July 28, 2011

It's no secret that ka-pow! colors are in this season and we’ve got a penchant for pink (try saying that five times fast). We're pairing it with other bold colors (yes, even fiery reds) and taking a walk on the bright side.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Left to right: Sam Edelman Portney, Amanda Uprichard Sussex dress, J Brand mid rise skinny jeans, Michael Stars short sleeve scoop tee

Rachel Zoe on being the belle of the barbecue July 27, 2011

Celeb-stylist Rachel Zoe's shares her picks for looking chic while staying cool at the official summertime event: outdoor barbecues.

Can you hear that? The sound of food sizzling on the grill, friends splashing in the pool and sweet jams bumping out of the stereo, aka, summer has arrived! Along with it, of course, comes plenty of outdoor barbecues, which will each require some appropriate breezy-chic attire. Specifically, enjoying the hot eats and cool drinks of   the season calls for a day-to-night look that will bode well even as afternoon fêtes carry on well into the evening.

Need inspiration? To get you started, I styled one fashionably foolproof outfit here...shop the entire look or mix and match it with summer-perfect pieces that are already in your closet. Voilà, barbecue babe! xo, RZ    

1. Joie Camay Cami Dress ($398) --- The delicate floral pattern of this silk dress is a flawless way to make a graceful statement at any backyard bash.
2. DVF Oversized Square Sunglasses ($125) --- These funky frames effortlessly take your summer outfit to the next level.
3. Rebecca Minkoff Straw Flame Satchel ($225) --- The perfect ode to summer, this straw bag proves to be prim and practical for any occasion.
4. Mark & James by Badgley Mischka Maggie Espadrille ($159.99) --- A chocolate-y pair of espadrille wedges make any outfit scream “summer!”
5. Current/Elliott The Snap Jacket ($273) --- A seasonal staple, the structured look of a classic jean jacket serves as a great topper for chillier occasions.

The above is a guest editor post written by Rachel Zoe. Not only is she our very own expert, but she is a stylist, fashion designer and creator of The Zoe Report. Sign up for The Zoe Report at RachelZoe.com.

 

Monday mad for... July 25, 2011

A little flattery will get you everywhere! Try this one on for sie: Rocco from DV by Dolce Vita.

Editor's picks from your favorite magazines... July 22, 2011

Obsession of the week... July 21, 2011

You know it doubles as a chic turban….but did you ever think to wrap a scarf in your strands for a look that’s braid in the shade? Get more mileage from these luscious summer fabrics by wearing them in your hair like LA blogger Liz Cherkasova of Late Afternoon (seriously, this trend is tie die for).

Scarves featured (left to right): Spun by Subtle Luxury geometric print scarf, Michael Stars butterfly breeze scarf, Lucky Brand tropicana paisley scarf

Images from Late Afternoon (Turban post, Braid post)

Heat wave + scarf = brilliant? It’s true! It’s all about the updo’s, dear friends. Our trick to staying cool in the heat is to make our scarf double as a chic turban. But we suggest you don’t stop there! Get creative!

LA blogger Liz Cherkasova from Late Afternoon is no stranger to dressing for warm temps. She is a great example of how to get your mileage out of scarves by making them the ultimate summer hair accessory.

Monday mad for... July 18, 2011

We love the white hot look this summer. So please excuse us while we have a movie star moment in these cateye Franca shades from Kate Spade…

Editor's picks from your favorite magazines... July 15, 2011