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Would you wear this wacky fashion? SEE ARRRGH! Monsters in Fashion in Paris

Ya know I love a good freaky outfit from time to time. Wacky fashion and its wearer, when done right-- as a fashion performance piece-- is pretty incredible. It puts a smile on your face and let's you appreciate people who live their life as their art. But, then you get those wackadoodle show ponies who have the chutzpah to put on anything odd and outlandish for some extra attention. Really, there are a few kinds of out there: the wacky fashion that has you roll your eyes, those who just wanna have a little fun & the kind that has your eyes popping out in jaw dropping amazement. Richard Nahem takes us to the later. - S.H. >> MORE: Wacky Scary,

I'll Have What She's Having: A lust for life that doesn't quit. And The Power Trip to go with it. I just adore Jackie Collins. My grandmother and I used to hunker down in front of the TV and watch those "Collins sisters" whenever they did a chat show. Jackie and her sister, Joan Collins, the fiery, smart, gorgeous, and quickest wits in an era when women were, well, not so outspoken when they had full glam on. These ladies know how to do old school Hollywood glamour like nobody's business. Jackie Collins & Joan Collins, back in the day Fast-forward a lifetime and a half later. I was thrilled to get the chance to chat with the bestselling author

Alexander McQueen Fall 2013 Alexander McQueen Fall 2013 runway highlights and video: Fantasy time! Dream a little with designer Sarah Burton's regal & romantic couture level outing for Alexander McQueen. And if you or someone you know is about to walk down the isle, do more than just dream a little and take note. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS The friendly spirit Sarah Burton brought with her to the helm of Alexander McQueen created a lofty foundation for the designer to continually go full throttle with her collections. And Fall 2013 was without a doubt beyond haute couture with its meticulous attention to detail, flawless execution, jaw-dropping realization and ornate excesses -all done in heavenly white none the less. And festooned with

I'll Have What She's They're Having: The effortless chic of modern pant suits that can take you through every time of your life Forget the frump! Modern pantsuits are more what they are NOT about, than what they are. As you can tell drool from our Paris street style ladies, there's a flattering style for every moment of your life. Why let the guys have it easy? It really is quite simple to discover your perfect uniform and put on your business chic like it's nobody's business. Plus, who can deny the sex appeal of an elegant woman in a menswear staple? Let's discuss…. Tuxedo babe- Let me count the ways as to how I LOVE THIS LOOK. A decidedly YSL influence

I'll Have What She's Having: An updated sweatshirt in super chic fabrications but just as comfy as the real thing Don't you want some Casual Chic with a touch of glam? Get the look by way of the updated sweatshirt… With erratic seasonal temperatures across the country getting dressed for the weather outside can be a challenge. Opting to stay casual and polished is a fashion point that many would rather simply ignore than strive for simple chic. Listen up, there's a style solution to dreary sorta casual days that spans a good chunk of temperature finickiness. The Updated Sweatshirt as seen on and around the catwalks as one of the top New York Fashion Week trends for fall 2013 goes a step

Neutral Coats in gray or beige for celebrity style, like Naomi Watts in Carven or the chic Paris streetstyle ladies are the perfext palette cleanser for your transition wardrobe.

I'll Have What She's Having: Neutral coat newness in an understated gray coat like Naomi Watts or beige à la the Paris chic set Need Transition Inspiration? Neutral coats in gray or beige for celebrity style, like Naomi Watts in Carven or the chic Paris street style ladies are the perfext palette cleanser for your transition wardrobe. Naomi Watts in a Carven coat Naomi Watts wore a modern classic Fall 2012 Carven coat while out & about recently that got our attention with its crisp lines and timeless spirit. Then, with a second look at the neutral newsness by way of the beige clad Paris Street Style Ladies, above, we couldn't think of a smarter palette cleanser just before the start of a new season. A new

Costumes: Fashioning Fashion, Deux Siècles de Mode Européenne in Paris

Perhaps, you've noticed how opulence and embellishment have been on trend lately? You even may be adding some luxe to your wardrobe now. But nothing beats the elaborate and ornate fabrications of centuries gone by. >> RELATED: Paris Street Style Fashioning Fashion. Deux Siècles de Mode Européenne at Les Arts Decoratifs in Paris an exhibition in tandem with LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum) showing the extensive collection of Martin Kamer and Wolfgang Ruf, two antique and costume dealers. Shown in chronological order, you get a clear sense of how fashion evolved from century to century and how tastes and styles changes just as much as styles change presently. >> RELATED: Costume Exhibitions Fashioning Fashion focuses on clothing and accessories for men and women from the 18th century to the early 20th century, mainly from France, Italy,

It's been quit a whirl with fashion weeks around the world. Ya know that the word,"week" is the biggest misnomer. It may be roughly a week for every international pit stop, but the major showing season is about a month long… then there are the others. Don't get exhausted. We have a pretty good idea of what's hot to come from New York, London, Milan, and Paris, AND the street style of those dolled up showgoers. I've got something really sweet and simple right off the Miu Miu Fall 2013 runway that you can incorporate into your wardrobe, NOW. Like this weekend kind of now. A neckerchief! Lauren Ralph Lauren Polka-Dot Small Square Silk Scarf Ok, you may have to

Prada Fall 2013 It's French Chic from the runway to the real way! This is your ULTIMATE PARIS LOOK BOOK TREND REPORT: Paris closed the season with an extension of key style notes best executed there than anywhere else. Rich, dense textures have been on many Fall runways, and so have big coats and the quiet decadence of the 40's & 50's. But in Paris, those ideas really came to light and pushed the envelope. Lots to take note of here folks.... >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS, RUNWAY REVIEWS, and FASHION WEEK STREET STYLE Mid Century- Prada goes Mid-Century F/W 2013 Seen at: Rochas, Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Prada >> LOOK SEE: Have you been following our Paris Fashion Week street style reports on how

I'll Have What She's Having: A suckerpunch of red coats and jackets to add instant WOW to any dreary day Flame, grenadine, lobster… vivid red coats by any name are the perfect late season into spring style zipper-upper. Need inspiration to get your wardrobe out of the doldrums? Look no further than these super chic woman snapped at Paris Fashion Week who certainly know how to stand out ahead of the pack from outerwear to suiting. The vivacious shade plays well against black but also in combination with a very non-Christmasy green. >> MORE: Paris and French Chic Trends These AMAZING street style chic ladies are the perfect amalgamation of many of the not only runway, but real way fashion week styles that we've been

Go for comfy & cozy with cool plush layers + furry accents like the ladies at Paris Fashion Week First we saw all the crazy colored & patterned fur, and faux fur, on the New York runways. As winter continues to linger, the real way ladies in Paris show you a thing or two about layering in a fun way with plush layers of all manners. From a shearling lined moto jacket to pink fur, who says you can't make a statement in a winter coat? >> Get Inspired: Snaps of the Paris Fashion Week Street Style Let's start with the basics... If you want to punctuate your end of the season look, try working outerwear that is textural, faux or

From Paris Fashion Week, CHLOE Fall 2013: After a few season's at the helm of storied ultra femme Parisian go-to Chloe, designer Clare Waight Keller delivered her best outing yet. Fall 2013 was heavy on deluxe daywear and delivered a fresh mix of the labels signature girlie elements with a clean, modern spirit. >> MORE: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS It was exactly the kind of nuanced collection that we've long admired Chloe for, with the right kind of subtle coolness thats made a Chloe purchase one that stands the test of time. We can imagine a place for these looks just about anywhere, from 9 to 5 and late into the evening. Harness details and a mod sensibility gave pinafore dresses and

Straight from Paris Fashion Week comes sporty street style inspiration to pep you up now... Go Varsity! Sound familiar? We brought the sporty Varsity insignia trend to your attention back in July with our coverage of one of Raf Simons final hit collections at Jil Sander straight from the runway -in case you missed. For pre-fall, Simons was serving a nod to the ultimate in chic retro prep, but the charming redhead here adds a touch of relaxed, everyday cool that's worth taking note of. >> MORE: Paris and French Chic Trends What works above is that while it is indeed a highly recognizable piece, the outfit has a lived in feel thats luxe but worn in a way that pays a

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Would you wear this wacky fashion? SEE ARRRGH! Monsters in Fashion in Paris

Wanna go on The Power Trip? Jackie Collins, up close and sizzling after all these years

Alexander McQueen Fall 2013 Backstage Photos + Video – Paris Fashion Week

Trend Report: 6 Modern Pant Suits that are ageless & chic, so why not?!

Try This Casual Chic Tip: An Updated Sweatshirt as you transition your wardrobe

Palette Cleanser: Neutral Coats by way of Naomi Watts’ Carven + Paris Street Style Ladies for a Fresh Start

Costumes: Fashioning Fashion, Deux Siècles de Mode Européenne in Paris

I bet you can steal this Miu Miu runway look now. Like THIS WEEKEND. Try a Neckerchief, why don’t you?!

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Street Style Trend Report: Red Coats at Paris Fashion Week

Street Style Trend Report: Plush + Furry Accents at Paris Fashion Week

CHLOE Fall 2013 Runway Photos- Milan Fashion Week

Street Style Trend Report: Sporty Varsity Style at Paris Fashion Week

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