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LONDON Show ROOMS in New York – Fall 2012

From London Fashion Week to Industria Super Studio in New York, The British Fashion Council was back in town to champion the latest collections of its talented roster of young designers to watch. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Among the group Holly Fulton, J.W Anderson and Simone Rocha's collections stood out as they each retain a vision that's completely modern & original. Fulton always gets our attention with her deco inspired prints, this time around in unexpected bold pink hues and electric blues. While we just can't get enough of Anderson's techno/retro masterpieces and Rocha's cool allure too. Overall, nothing compares to the visually stimulating, beautifully executed visions of London's top young designers over almost any city. -- Naveed Hussain Louise

Alison Levine completed the Adventure Grand Slam, May 2010 (Climbed the highest peak on each continent and skied to both Poles) and can work a Dolce & Gabbana workwear suit too!

How does she do it? From climbing the Seven Summits to expertly packing a Carven dress for a business trip, Alison Levine is no ordinary traveler. As a matter of fact, she is pretty darn extraordinary. An adventurer, explorer and mountaineer who has climbed the Seven Summits being the highest peak on every continent, Alison was the Team Captain of the First American Women’s Everest Expedition, skied to both the North and South Poles, and is an Adjunct Professor at the United States Military Academy at West Point. >>RELATED: Travel Posts If that's not enough, Alison had a successful Wall Street investment banking career that she left to serve as deputy finance director for Arnold Schwarzenegger in his bid to become Governor of California, is the Founder of the consulting

By capitalizing on the legacy of Paco Rabanne's 60's era touchstones with modern updates and an urban warrior minded spirit, the latest collection from the label offered a heady dose of party ready confections meant to evoke the ultimate in luxurious, statement making finery while marching precariously to its own beat. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Paco Rabanne Fall 2012 Paco Rabanne Fall 2012 Paco Rabanne Fall 2012 In their words: With this new Fall/Winter 2012-2013 collection, PACO RABANNE puts the spotlight on the original vision of its founder, transposed into today’s world. Unique vision and techniques. Essential, timeless values, a true brand heritage. The utopias of the ‘60s and ‘70s have cleverly morphed into an urban, dynamic wardrobe with mastered audacities.

Naomi Campbell masters wearing brown and black Roberto Cavalli

I'll Have What She's Having: Old school rule breaking that keeps you looking all the more chic... As this crazy mild winter transitions towards spring, we are not quite ready to don the brights yet are still not wanting to be buried in heavy hues... unless artfully combined, that is. Let's start with a simple disclaimer: There are FEW woman who can wear a skirt as short and hair as long past 40 other than supermodel Naomi Campbell- the woman has a bod carved out of stone, for sure. >> EASY STYLE: How to wear brown and black Naomi Campbell masters wearing brown and black Roberto Cavalli with ease as both pieces though stylish, aren't meant to make a blaring

Rose Byrne, Cameron Diaz, Penelope Cruz and Missi Pyle on the Oscar Red Carpet in thier original designer dresses

First Look at the 2012 Oscars Fashion Look for Less It's that time again.... we've done the highs, snarked at the lows, recapped the beauty, made a few pre-Oscar predictions, and have been inside out and up and down with Oscars 2012. Faviana look for less gowns inspird from the Oscar red carpet. But there is one last thing that we haven't put our red carpet finger on... SHOP: Hollywood inspired dresses at edressme And that is to bring you the hot-out-of-the-design-room-sketches of the, drumroll please, celebrity inspired red carpet Oscar dresses for less. Yes, those celebrity inspired red carpet dresses come in with an affordable price tag for everyone, all expertly tweaked and designed by Faviana once again. Get ready for your

The French haircare brand Leonor Greyl is not only fabu but has gotten giddy with glam and gusto this week. First, we shared The Artist's Oscar winner Jean Dujardin's grooming tips.... how gorgeous can one get? And now, for a little après-midi delight, we present the most adorable video homage, "The Artist for Leonor Greyl," complete with its own version of Uggie the dog. Enjoy! Shop: Leonor Greyl Haircare products

Runway Review: An unexpected dose of sexuality and ultra-glam streetsmart fashion made Blumarine a Fall 2012 standout amidst Milan's moodier collections. In their words: 'POSITIVELY SHINING' Fluid lines and shapes deconstructed by cut-out details. Understated urbanwear in the cold tones of white, hazelnut and dove grey, with glints of silver and platinum. Textural consistency and plastic volumes, with couture finishes and high-tech layers, create a new daily luxury with three-dimensional effects. Rubber, Perspex, Plexiglass, PVC and nylon in measured layers or strictly minimalist. Extra-glossy monochromatic surfaces with a liquid effect in mirror and opalescent finishes reinvent ultra-contemporary silhouettes in the laser-cut daywear with activewear details or bon chic like the classic trench coat introduced in shiny python or patent leather, the ‘petit manteaux’ in the laminated version

Runway Review: Shorts seem to be on Mr Armani's mind come fall as they made a more sophisticated appearance on his namesake runway. Peppered with saturated color and deluxe tweaks here & there, confidently styled looks were both 'modern eccentric' and evocative of untouchable, yet approachablly easy glamor. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Giorgio Armani Fall 2012 In their words: THE MODERN WOMAN LOVES TO DRESS IN ANDROGYNOUS AND MASCULINE CLOTHES, YET SHE DOESN’T WANT TO SACRIFICE FEMININE SUBTLETY AND LIGHTNESS. SHE APPRECIATES CLASSIC ELEMENTS LIKE TAILORING AND SEEKS ECCENTRICITY FOR ITS MODERN FEEL. GIORGIO ARMANI DRAWS THESE QUALITIES INTO A COLLECTION WHOSE UNMISTAKEABLE HALLMARK IS THE MEETING OF CONTRADICTORY OPPOSITES. IMAGINE SLENDER, YET NOT SNUG, PANTS IN GREY PRINCE OF WALES, ENDING IN A PAIR OF POINTED

I'm sorry but I have a habit of trying to not point a finger on who looks awful, because everyone has a bad day. Except, there are too many old lady frocks on the Oscar red carpet tonight, that I think it all needs to be discussed. Just look at Bérénice Bejo, she forgot about French chic and went for a mint julep instead. >>MORE: Oscar Fashion 2012 MORE: Red Carpet Those following the @focusonstyle tweets tonight know that I thought Kristen Wigg was Emily Blunt and my son thought Cameron Diaz was Joan Rivers.You know that it's universal about Rooney Mara looking hands down fantastic in Givenchy. There ae so many actors playing safe or what they perceive as "Oscar rules," that they

As we're focusing on the close of London Fashion Week, we can't help but take a look at what the royals and pols are wearing, specifically yesterday. There's no doubt that Kate Middleton can make almost anything work with her gorgeous smile and slim figure. But even pretty clothes-horses can look dowdy. Case in point: The brown princess-cut coat dress with the fuddy-duddy print that even a Princess like the Duchess of Cambridge can't pull off. Yes, Catherine looks like an old lady. There, I've said it, the pretty youthful Princess looks decades older than her years and rather stodgy to boot. While Samantha Cameron, wife of the Prime Minister, hosted a reception to celebrate London Fashion Week at 10 Downing Street for members

Loafers are not for the sheer hose set any more! But then again, sheer hose has made a recent come back thanks to Kate Middleton. >>DON'T MISS: Shoe Shopping Guides The loafer, from high-heeled to flat, is fast becoming a wardrobe must-have as they hit upon a more refined look while being completely comfortable. And it's hard not to become infatuated with this pair of Prada Classic Leopard Loafers. Although pricey at $795, they make for a shoe that we bet you would get years of wear from. Vaneli Jabez Camel Jag Hair Calf Loafer at Zappos So, how about a more budget-friendly doppleganger? The Vaneli Jabez Camel Jag Hair Calf Loafer at Zappos is (probably) just as cute, right on trend and

Runway Review: When you seek an unerring eye for the simplicity of perfect luxury, look no further than Naeem Khan. If there was a world greater and beyond than what a starlet wears on the red carpet, that glamourous world would belong to no other than Naeem Khan. Under the radar for the set that only know of designer names from what is uttered when a microphone is shoved up to answer the "who are you wearing" question yet savored by women who really do have a lifestyle that garners the wearing of timeless elegance. To truly savor the collections's beauty, you must see it up close and on the runway as photos cannot do it justice. MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS Naeem

Rachel Roy fw12 Runway Review: Architecturally balanced pieces in grown-up and sophisticated colors worthy of a woman who achieved a certain sense of acclaim in her life, or just wants to look that way. When it comes to day wear, a presentation, rather than runway show, is best if the clothes are design worthy. It gives you the chance to take pause and savor the details, rather than the flash going by. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWSRachel Roy understands how to dress a woman in away that she wants to dress. In her Fall 2012 fashion week presentation for her collection named, "Modern Landscape," models lined Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln center flanked by the cityscape background. The collection, as the

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