Capes are everywhere this season; in all colors, lengths and materials. It's actually one of my favorite looks - stylish in the front, superwoman in the back. They're also universally flattering. You can belt it to define your waist or not for a very off-the-runway look.... Read More
It wasn’t until I was graciously invited to attend Montreal Fashion Week by the Bureau de la Mode Montreal that I realized our neighbors up north had such impeccable fashion talent.... Read More
Though Herve Leger (and other bandage dresses) are usually best saved for evening, you can make them work as day wear - with the right jacket.... Read More
For a sophisticated look, I love pairing neutrals. One of my favorite combinations is nude and black which works for all skin types and is practically fool proof to pull off. A nude blouse and black pencil skirt is an effortless (or rather...effortlessly chic) ensemble for the office. Simply pair with other nude or black accessories of your choice!... Read More
With more than 100 shows set everywhere from outdoor parks to East End cathedrals to the beautifully antique Somerset House, this London Fashion Week was a testament to the city’s strength and presence in fashion. Both new and established designers presented diverse prints (some small and some largely graphic), while others selected block colors for their collections. Designers experimented with asymmetry, draping and slicing fabrics to create sexy shapes for warmer seasons. The diverse range of collections for spring/summer ’12 is well-suited for the youngest and oldest at heart.... Read More
As one of the most fashionable cities in the world, Milan has the ability to inspire and grow some of the most exciting new fashion talent in the world. With supportive initiatives like Vogue’s Who is On Next and Milano Unica’s On Stage, there is a troop of innovative, fresh designers showcasing their latest collections for spring/summer ‘12. As all eyes turn to the Italian fashion capital, JC Report provides a rundown of the new talents worth watching.... Read More
Paris Hilton touched down at Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport at about 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday where she was welcomed by her "Istanbullu" fans. "I am very excited about being back in Istanbul, it is a very beautiful city. I missed the Bosphorus Tour in Istanbul and her night clubs," Hilton told reporters minutes after she arrived from London.... Read More
The purchasing season begins for most shoppers this week, but we’ve been scoping the fall deliveries in boutiques from L.A. to San Tropez since June. Whether you hit the stores during New York Fashion Week or are just getting back from a farflung holiday, you’re just in time for our tight pick of the season’s best investment pieces.... Read More
LVMH-owned London shirtmaker and haberdasher Thomas Pink has launched a line of men’s suits to complement its burgeoning menswear collection. Classic elegance is the watchword for three initial silhouettes; the slim fit black Kenwood, the grey herringbone Hampton and the navy pinstripe Chette.... Read More
During Fashion’s Night Out in New York, Lucky Brand Jeans held a competition for fashion bloggers to step away from the keyboards and do some designing of their own. The contest prompted them to design a fresh denim concept using only the materials provided by Lucky Brand Jeans, and naturally our own Senior Fashion and Beauty Correspondent Jennifer Chan took home the win, judged by none other than Tim Gunn.... Read More
One of the last collections to be shown at IMG Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was the Spring/Summer 2012 show by up-and-comer Elene Cassis. And it was well worth the wait.... Read More
Kanye West’s rollercoaster career has faced condescending critics and adoring fans alike, but up to this point he has concentrated his efforts mostly on the music industry. On October 1, he will add another chapter to his resume when he debuts his first womenswear line at Paris Fashion Week 2012.... Read More
When it comes to fashion, London is a city that embraces the visionary and the eccentric. Although heritage brands like Burberry and Pringle of Scotland draw in editors and celebrities, it’s the fresh infusion of new talent that truly gives the ON and OFF schedule line-up that special buzz.... Read More
Sugar and spice and everything nice, that’s what little girls are made of. They’re also apparently made of a little sass as they strutted down the runway sporting the Ralph Lauren Girls Fall & Holiday 2011 collection.... Read More
IMG Merecedes Benz Fashion Week brings out every fashionista or wannabe in New York City twice a year. Although I would hardly call myself a fashionista —much as I love beautiful clothes — I, too, felt the need to dress to impress and head to the tents to cover the shows.... Read More
The fifth Istanbul Fashion Week (IFW) started Wednesday and lasted four days with a total of 22 invitation-only runway shows for 22 different designers and five brands. The budget for the whole event - supported by the Istanbul and Beyoðlu municipalities - was approximately 1 million euros.... Read More
AMC’s award winning drama, Mad Men, may not be on our screens this summer, but the fashion conscious will still be able to get their fix as Mad Men costume designer, Janie Bryant’s, collection for Banana Republic goes on sale in U.S. stores today.... Read More
After last night's Dolce & Gabbana event, it's safe to say that New York's fashion circuit has officially come down with a new case of Bieber fever.... Read More
Anne Hathaway has signed on the face of Signature Collection, a new line of handbags and small leather goods from Italian luxury label Tod’s debuting this season. Hathaway will appear in a special ad campaign for Signature. It will be shot by Mert and Marcus in London with a Ferrari for a backdrop, to debut in October fashion mags.... Read More
