Naveed Hussain

Naveed Hussain, stylist and fashion editor, has a BA in art history and extensive knowledge in the history of fashion and social media outreach. Naveed also covers fashion, music and art and was assistant to the owner & editor at VagabondNyc, where he also contributed to FocusOnStyle. Naveed has unlimited access to current and future fashion news & trends. He has worked as a buyer and has styled for The Dallas Morning News, The Chicago Tribune, and The New York Times.

Find The Perfect Printed Silk Tee – Want It Wednesday

What do we think YOU will want this Wednesday? After seasons of print mania comes Club Monaco's perfect graphic silk tee at a price that's budget conscious... For well-made, well-priced staples that last season in, season out to on-trend must-haves that aren't easily recognizable, we've long been fans of Club Monaco. For starters, their quality really is unbeatable for the price. The design, no matter what it is, always looks considered. >>MORE: Find out how to make prints WORK for you And long before fast fashion, the Canadian bred retailer was one of the first to bring a certain sense of restrained yet stylish goods to the masses. Take their new Harper silk tee, pictured above, (about $120), its both unique

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Jessica Biel Works the Nude Trend – Trend Tuesday

With wedding season and summer events still ahead, take a style note from Jessica Biel's gorgeous nude number at a photo call for 'Total Recall' We've all been there, how does one go formal when special events are held outside far away from black-tie halls come summertime? How does one even go formal when they'll be facing the outdoors in general? >>MORE: Celebrity Style When considering such obstacles we suggest you look no other than Jessica Biel's head-to-toe nude number that while a far cry from the comforts of black garb, is still precisely formal while looking easy on the wear. >>STYLIST'S ADVICE: When can you wear nude hoisery?  From weddings to graduations to birthdays, you name it -this is

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“Valentino: Master of Couture” – A New Exhibition

After starring in an eye-opening and utterly infectious study on film of his life and work followed by a series of smartly curated museum exhibitions comes the latest celebration of Valentino at the Somerset House From hand painted haute couture dresses created late in his career to Julia Robert's graphic vintage Valentino dress she infamously wore to the Oscar's, expect to see a bevy of the dressmakers finest creations on hand for a truly inspirational experience. >>DISCOVER: Valentino Fall 2012 Along with other handmade creations worn by illustrious patrons including Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren and Gwyneth Paltrow, 130 dresses make for a bulk of the curated lot spanning the designer's 50 year-long career. >>FASHION HISTORY: Prada & Schiaperelli

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Get the Do – Kate Beckinsale’s Easy To Manage Hairstyle

Star style favorite Kate Beckinsale made a bold look seem easy to manage with an undone hairstyle that you'll be able to pull of with expert advice straight from the pro's who helped her In Giorgio Armani Privé at the premiere of her latest film Total Recall, actress Kate Beckinsale made the correct and inspiring choice to play down her dress' opulent motif with simple hair that made her look all the more modern. >>DISCOVER MORE TIPS: Our Beauty Section Celebrity hairstylist Mara Roszak, who created Beckinsale’s look took a cue from her statement making dress and created a texturized look Roszak describes as “edgy and undone, with an effortless feel.” >>LEARN FROM THE PRO'S: Olympian Hair Care Advice Get Kate’s

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Jeans – Classic Vs. Trendy on Kate Middleton and Diane Kruger

When it comes to denim, you can go any way you want, from dressed up to comfy and fuss-free, just take a look at Diane Kruger and Kate Middleton who both worked denim to their advantage from the oh-so trendy to the discreetly classic... The other day Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, wore a classic pair of dark skinny jeans at the Cross Country Equestrian competition at the 2012 London Olympic Games and looked polished and quite glamorous to boot. What made it work besides a great fit on a toned bod was her pairing of a natty fitted blazer and a forever-chic white button-down -which you can never go wrong with. >>MORE: Kate Middleton Style And across the pond actress

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Trend Tuesday – Varsity Blues Inspired by Jil Sander Pre-Fall

With fashion cycling through the classics comes one of our favorite returns, the varsity inspired trend we've seen from some of our go-to labels Take Raf Simon's Pre-Fall collection for Jil Sander as your starting point with its wide range of ultra-deluxe classics peppered with the labels initials. Placed on structured basics with a retro elegance, the theme loses its ironic tendencies for a look that's fresh. The winning trick here was that these pieces have an ageless sophistication to them while the preppy notes lend each look a graphic twist. >>MORE RUNWAY COVERAGE: Pre-Fall 2012 Highlights How could something so novel work on just about anyone of any age? Jil Sander Pre-Fall 2012 For starters, each piece boasts a

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Find Figure Flattering Dresses Fast

Looking for that perfect summer dress, one that's figure flattering, stylish and easy on the wear? In the midst of a blazing hot summer we've taken a moment to help you find the right dress for basically any season. After all, a dress is not only one of the easiest things you can wear, it also works as a comfortable foundational base come fall and winter. With these tips in mind, you'll be on your way to building a wardrobe chock full of sensational figure flattering dresses that will have you looking your best. >>MORE: Expert Style Advice Dress Styles to be on the look out for: Printed: While an all-over print will have you keeping up with today's print

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Olympic Beauty Secrets from the USA Synchronized Swimming Team

Olympic Beauty Secrets with Expert Hair & Skin advice from Mariya Koroleva and Mary Killman of the US Synchronized Swimming Team: And with the London games in full effect, the Olympic duo are here to share some invaluable tips to keep your hair & skin looking their best just as you're combatting sporty summer events. And trust them, after all, they've spent many a day battling the sometimes harsh effects of competitive swimming and know what it takes to keep you looking your best. >>MORE: Expert Beauty Advice For Hair: · After a day of swimming, be sure to condition your hair with a leave-in treatment. Mariya and Mary love Infusium 23’s Repair & Renew Spray, which helps to alleviate breakage

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The Perfect Tote – Want It Wednesday

What we want this Wednesday is a fun, updated take on the classic shopper tote, like this fun alternative from Acne From Acne comes one covetable tote that's unique, on-trend, and somehow timeless! Ultra-deluxe totes have made quite a comeback from the likes of Celine and Stella McCartney. Especially when taking in to mind that while practical, tote bags also boast a generous dose of ease on the wear, can expand to hold an assortment of must-haves and almost certainly never go out of style. >>MORE: Acne And the timing for a new alternative bag couldn't come at a better time as the idea of heritage minded bags and totes seems to never fade from fashion's conscious as of late.

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Mara Hoffman Resort 2013 Swimwear Collection

Mara Hoffman's Resort 2013 Swimwear Collection tinged with the designers knack at balancing earthy, ethnic vibes with a realistic sense of ease on the wear with jewelry from Pamela Love and custom boots from Frye to punctuate each looks boho flavor Mercedes Benz Miami Swim 2013, Mara Hoffman, Raleigh Hotel July 21, 2012 In their words: Designer Mara Hoffman constantly finds inspiration from nature, mythology, and fantasy when creating her Ready-to-Wear and Swimwear collections, as well as many of the rich indigenous folk art histories found around the world. Part dream sequence and part anthropology, Hoffman’s voice is at once playful, adventurous, and daring. >>DISCOVER: How to find the right Cover-Up For her upcoming Resort 2013 Swimwear collection, think “Desert

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Timeless Style – Black And White Fashion Never Goes Out of Style

 Timeless Style with classic black and white options hasn't looked so fresh in a while thanks to an abundance of printed options taking their toll on even the most trend-less types... Sure, we ourselves got in on the big print story that has been making its way throughout the fashion universe but first look at Alexander McQueen's forever-chic Resort 2013 outing had us aching for a new direction. One that goes back to the classic combo of black and white for they are tried-and-true but also, color restricted pieces can work as one sure-fire foundation to play just about anything up against. Take a look at actress Cate Blanchett at a premiere for 'Uncle Vanya' above, who chose a Givenchy number

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Classic Slipper Shoes – Want It Wednesday

What we want this Wednesday (and for the past season for that matter) is a pair of updated takes on the classic slipper shoe, like these feminine takes from Miu Miu From Miu Miu comes one covetable pair of on-trend, timeless and ultra-deluxe flats that bring new life to the thought of donning old-school looking slipper shoes. Especially when taking in to mind that while formal, slipper shoes also boast a generous does of ease on the wear as they are quite literally as comfortable as a pair of house shoes -talk about unrealistic! >>MORE: Miu Miu And the timing for a new alternative flat couldn't come at a better time as the idea of well-designed flats and loafers has

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Fall 2012 Ad Campaigns – McQ by Alexander McQueen and more Miu Miu

So far the Fall 2012 ad campaigns have yet to disappoint! From McQ by Alexander McQueen to more from Miu Miu, we've begun to set our minds on the season ahead Another batch of Fall 2012 ads comes your way to ignite lust and inspiration well ahead of the new season. And by the looks of it, there's plenty of substantial style notes to take in. >>DISCOVER: Fall 2012 Campaigns Featuring Aymeline Valade and  Arthur Gosse photographed by David Sims, McQ's fall ads boast a stark, clean background to highlight the collections military and sport references and slick leather options. We love the men's bomber, imagined in black polished leather for a thoroughly modern look alongside the women's contrasting sleeveless

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