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First Look- Roberto Cavalli Spring 2012 Ad Campaign

In a nod to the iconic images Richard Avedon shot for Gianni Versace throughout the 80's & 90's, Steven Meisel's latest campaign for Spring 2012 features Naomi Campbell, Karen Elson, Kristen McMenamy and Daphne Groeneveldare striking glamorous Amazonian poses set against a simple backdrop. Together they embody an evocative state of strength and modernity and bring Cavalli's heady vision to life in a series of sensual portraits full of movement and charisma. -Naveed Hussain

Photographed by Alasdair McLellan, Emporio Armani's latest campaign for S/S 2012 features a trio of models on the streets of Hong Kong in the label's graphic, minimal separates under the creative control of Giorgio Armani. Shot in signature black & white, the campaign serves as a visually stimulating reminder of just how easy to wear and classic Mr. Armani's sartorial vision is. Each look, from the men's ombre contrast cardigan to the women's updated boater, could work on just about anybody while creating a subtly nuanced look rife with a refined sensibility. -Naveed Hussain

Handmade espadrilles in the Market in Eygalieres

Summer in Provence: Dreams are made of this. At the hump of the new year and with the let down of holiday hoopla and the start of winter dreariness, we are all ready for the next vacation, although most of us cannot break away. Let us take you to a place of calm and sunniness by way of Richard Nahem's photo gallery of the Market in Eygalieres, Provence, France. This isn't just an exercise in gorgeous escapism, I WANT YOU TO THINK LIKE A DESIGNER. Look at the magnificent play of these natural colors and consider how you can incorporate them into your wardrobe, home, your life. Who needs manufactured color experts, when the greatest "expert"of can be found in nature? >>READ: Authentic

Chloe Pre-Fall 2012 There's no secret that we are fans of Chloe at FoS. Under the new creative direction of Clare Waight Keller, the directional message from a go-to label continues to shine. The reason: Chloe continually delivers wearable, uber stylish clothes that are flattering on a modern woman, and this time around, more stream-lined. to smart wardrobe building. Take for instance, the red dress pictured left. It continues the figure-friendly long, lean pleated dresses from spring. The silhouette moves away from the body with a soft double weight for early fall in a very cheery, brilliant shade of tomato red; a perfect accomplice to the warm skin tone shades in the rest of the collection and a boost to your complexion! Paired with perfectly sculpted

Ohhh, how we quiver with gorgeous anticipation whenever we open correspondence from the House of Dior. When it includes the fantastic melding of art meets glam, our pointy toe pumps click to attention. German artist Anselm Reyle collaborated with the iconic French fashion house on a new capsule collection of bags, shoes, costume jewelry, sunglasses, small leather goods, scarves, and beauty products for the Anselm Reyle for Dior collection. All feature bright, color saturated & fluorescent camo prints based on the artist's freestyle interpretation to shake up "the codes of the mythical Avenue Montaigne Couture House, which offered all its savoir-faire to serve his imagination." Anselm Reyle reinterpreted the Lady Dior and Miss Dior handbags with a wild and chic dose of street chic that has a sense of graphic

Correct Wrinkles & Tighten Up Your Skin, no problem! Now let's talk about tight smooth skin. I've recently spent a luxurious weekend pampering myself at a spa retreat and discovered Kerstin Florian's Caviar Skin Care collection. I have suffer from dry skin, but was I glowing after they were done with me! They use advanced, sophisticated formulas based on nutrient-rich caviar, and collagen-boosting peptides. I know this all sounds foreign but the results help reduce fine lines and improve skin elasticity! MORE: Beauty Tips Kerstin comes from a holistic spa background, combines that knowledge, and has created a luxury line of flawless skin care for both men and women. Listen guys, she has a brilliant raspberry post-shave extract. After shaving, it soothes razor burn, calms skin,

I'll Have What She's Having: Belly Baring Chic Cropped tops paired with flirty a-line skirts in an ode to retro Italian starlet style were de riguer on many of the Spring/Summer 2012 runways and were one of the season's most surprising trends to take in considering that it takes not only confidence to pull off, but a killer, toned body as well. While on a photo call in Berlin for her latest movie "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo," actress Rooney Mara donned a simple, refined take on the trend from Miu Miu, making her the first to take a chance on highlighting her abs off the beach in a subtle mid-riff baring ensemble. For her it works here because

Meryl Streep let the simplicity of her black Stella McCartney maxi dress work as an elegant foundation to highlight the subtle drama that her luminous navy cashmere Lindsay Thornburg cloak and gold Alexis Bittar necklace radiated at the European premiere of The Iron Lady in London. While the carpet coincidentally matched her drapey cloak, Streep made a refined statement by letting her cloaks dramatic silhouette make a statement on the red-carpet while retaining an age-appropriate sense of easy, concise glamor and looks all the more sophisticated for it. Unadorned, ultra-chic navy & blue, so regal -you can't ever go wrong. Consider these classic finds that are destined to evoke a confident sense of glamorous appeal today: More Topshop...

Multi- weight, toasty warm alpaca sweater from Ann Demeulemeester

Just as the season's cold wintery weather is just starting to take hold we've compiled a shortlist of slimming layering tricks and smart finds that should keep you warm without changing your proportions or adding unwanted bulk. After all, who wants to go about their everyday while concealing themselves in pieces that add unnecessary weight to one's look? Even though it's cold out, there's no need to swath yourself in visually fattening garb when innovative technology and a set of savvy notes to take inspiration from should serve you just as generously. Just look at the gorgeous multi- weight, toasty warm alpaca sweater from Ann Demeulemeester at FarFetched, pictured above. Related: Stylish Cold Weather Boots Michael Kors Fall 2011, above. Layer #1: Outerwear- A cocoon or

I'm 55 and I like the new "off the shoulder" style sweatshirts that are now in the stores such as at Victoria Secret and American Outfitters. These stores, among others, have their "name" or "logo" on the actual garment (usually in front). I have recently bought a couple of them, but have wondered if they are "age appropriate" for me to wear (although my adult daughters tell me I'm definitely not "too old" to wear them - that I look great wearing them). RELATED: Get a piece of Paris street style inspiration with an UPDATED sweatshirt I am a professional woman and dress professionally for the office; however, I like these cozy sweatshirts (especially 100% cotton) to wear with my jeans

We recently gave you a first look at some gorgeous designer Spring 2012 ad campaigns, and have some new to-die-for images to add to the it-list! Giorgio Armani just unveiled their ad campaigns of both menswear and womenswear, and we love them! MORE: Giorgio Armani and Armani Brand We are particularly enamored with the strong shouldered menswear look of the striped jacket in the photo of model Milou Van Groesen, pictured above. [nggallery id46] Details: Photographed by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott under the creative direction of Giorgio Armani. Campaign features models Milou Van Groesen and Simon Nessman. Debuts around the world in fashion and lifestyle magazines starting in February. Images: Giorgio Armani

Prints, patterns and bold unsolicited colors have been making a move throughout fashion circles for the past few season's and why not? Wallpaper prints make for an especially easy, elongating look and take the idea of sophisticated uniform dressing to a place once unimaginable. Thanks to digital prints and technological fabric advancements, full-on prints haven't looked any better and are an attainable way at creating foundational looks that'll make you stand out gorgeously in any crowd. All while getting a smart two-in-one you can also separate. READ: How to Wear Mixed Prints Pair the pants with a sweater and natty collared shirt or wear the top with a flirty a-line skirt- the options are endless. Here's a look at some favorite looks

Alice + Olivia Constance Striped Coat at Shopbop

Whether you're a size 2, 12, or 22 there is no excuse not to look fabulous at any age! Knowing your body and what works isn't always easy, however. Then, when the latest trends are thrown into the mix, the result can be confusing. High fashion magazines aren't always entirely helpful. They don't translate into the battlefield of life. So many of my design clients often ask me to incorporate fashion into their style makeovers. And, I say stay on trend and modern in both your home and wardrobe. One of the hottest fashion trends is the return of black and white. Just take a look at the many fab options out there. And, the best part is that color

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First Look- Roberto Cavalli Spring 2012 Ad Campaign

First Look- Emporio Armani Spring 2012 Ad Campaign

Beat Winter Blahs With the Colors of Summer in Provence

Chloe Pre-Fall 2012- The bar is set

Dior Goes Neon Pop with Anselm Reyle for Dior Collection

Beauty Product Review- Kerstin Florian Caviar Skin Care

Ab Fab- Rooney Mara in Miu Miu Spring 2012

Mastering Winter Dressing- Take the Bulk Out of Layering

Flashdance Flashback- When is it too old to wear an off the shoulder sweatshirt?

Giorgio Armani Spring 2012 Ad Campaign for Menswear and Womenswear

Stylist Advice- Wall Flower! How to Wear Prints Head to Toe

It’s Black and White- Fashion for your size that’s age-appropriate too!

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