You don’t have to run marathons or have a relationship with the Stairmaster to appreciate fall’s athletic-inspired looks. Just look at Isabel Marant’s fall ‘09 runway, where sweatshirt tees go from gym to glam when paired with layered skirts and embellished ankle boots. Alexander Wang has been taking sweatpants out of the gym for a few seasons now, and given their slouchy, not sloppy cut, they could almost pass as dress pants if worn with heels and a blazer- just don’t tell your boss you slept in them the night before. On a budget? American Eagle and Free People can hook you up without the pricey membership. The key is to look for pieces with unexpectedly luxe touches (like cashmere or sequins), or pair casual ones with something more polished- in other words, leave the sneakers at home. Checkout the slideshow at Stylehive’s blog here

From our friends at Stylehive.com

I’m dreaming in yellows and purples…oh and faux snake skin…

These are ever so cute and oh so gatsby!

Green is mean, but great for fall 2009

What I love about fall fashions this year, is that our spring and summer trends are flowing quite nicely into fall. Our main trend this whole year has been color, lots and lots of it! From dresses, scarves and tops. All of which have been quite strangely unique in this fashion. But the beloved handbag has not fallen behind! If you watched my television segment on TV Guide this march, you would have seen an array of colorful fashion centered around my chosen designers. Whether you love color or hate it, you can’t escape it! And if you want to add something colorful, but are shy to wear it. Then your accessories come next in line. Inge Christopher has a lovely collection of bright and colorful handbags for fall 2009. From brights, to embossed leather, they’re the perfect day to night bags. Prices range from $150-250 from the collection.

Q&A: Three Fresh Ways to Wear a Trenchcoat [Omiru]

Rock the Look: Spring Florals [College Candy]

Scale Up or Down, It?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢s All OK [Chic Intuition]

In Full Bloom [The It Lists]

If Legs Warmers and Spats Had a Baby… [Trend de la Creme]

Jessica Simpson Extra Extra satchel [That's A Fabulous Handbag]

Cost Effective Fashion tips for spring?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢09 [Chic Stories]

Miss Sixty is a really hip, cool, and trendy brand to shop at. I actually really enjoyed looking at their online store. They have a lot to choose from. From cute jeans and denim skirts. Gloves and bags, to really trendy little dresses to boot. I love the way they designed their online store for easy access and buying. I chose a few of my faves from the site above. For their easy looks and trends right now. Their prices are really good too. For a more inexpensive designer brand. That ranges in the $45-$400 range. I would recommend these styles as your every day trends. With your jeans for comfort, the denim skirt instead of the jean. The cool grey dress - with pockets! And gloves are essential for the up and coming cooler months. Mix and match the styles. And what especially can look good. Is the grey dress with the jean. And of course the essential parker top to wear with anything. Try this brand at your leisure - and most of all - have fun!

Source: Miss Sixty

Article by ?Ǭ© Jacqueline H. - Senior Writer 2008

Fashion Fall 2008 ?¢‚ǨÀúit?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢ Trends [The It Lists]

Ready Made Outfit: Night Out on the Town [Omiru]

Katie in Limbo [Chic Intuition]

Celebrity Style: Rashida Jones [FabSugar]

The Year of the Fashionable Nun [Trend de la Creme]

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Shopalicious: Dark jeans romper shorts jumpsuit from Ruche
Rompers bring back nostalgic moments for Shopalicious….

GlamSpirit: Find Balance with Restorative Yoga
Starting your week with restorative yoga can create a calm and centered state of mind to last clear through to Friday. Discover this relaxing technique!

Moms Buzz: Bone Comic Book Giveaway (Kids Pack)
Start the new school year with brand new stories to read to your children. In the Bone Comic Book Giveaway, there are 5 prizes of the comic book BONES! The grand winner gets a pack of Bone comic books #1-3 plus other goodies, and the other 4 winners get one book, the “Out from Boneville.”

Stylenotes — The Strappy Shoe Trend
Stylenotes falls in love with the strappy shoe trend, and finds versions for $100 or less!

Couture in the City: Hot Celebrity Trend: How to Wear One-Shoulder Dresses
One of the most unexpected and surprisingly fresh trends of late summer seems to be the one-shoulder dress. Across the board, this vampy look is making waves with all types of celebrities. Whether they are going for an avant-garde look, or merely something youthful and fun, celebs are making this revolving trend their own again.

Be your own style icon! And create a unique style just for you. Today we are featuring classic designer Yoana Baraschi, paired with pearls. Or get a more casual approach with a Black Halo dress and silver flats. Either way, you?¢‚Ǩ‚Ñ¢re going to look good!

Yoana Baraschi has wonderfully cut designs. And her choice of metallic grays is very eye catching. Though her designs are simple. You can still feel like a movie star in one of her garments. This dress is high fashion! I love the fit, color, and style! This will look great with pumps and into fall with a great pair of black boots! My Star suggestions who would wear her designs are Katie Holmes, Nicole Kidman, Christina Applegate, and Paris Hilton.

Black Halo has some really fabulous designs. And their outfits can look great at the office or for any evening event. Now you’re looking haute couture! Here are my favorite picks.

Black Halo Jackie O Dress in Black

Black Halo Bouquet Cami Dress

Black Halo One Shoulder Jackie O Dress in Coral

Black Halo Tweed Cami Dress

Beautify your whole look with double strand pearls. As you know Pearls are up there with diamonds. Hence a girls best friend.

Cultured Pearl Double Strand In 14kt

Silver Paua Shell and Pearl Double-strand

Finish your look with a pair of kate Spade point silver flats. Or a pair of silver Jimmy Choo sandal flats in silver. The choice is yours.

Kate Spade silver pebble leather ‘Devon’ flats

Jimmy Choo Metallic Silver Leather Gemstone T-Strap Flats

Source: TheFind.com

Botkier for Target Fuchsia Hobo, $39.99

VS.

Botkier Morgan Fringe Tote, $675.00

I practically gave myself whiplash at Target this weekend when I ran across their Botkier for Target line…all I can say is WOW!!! Okay, so the bags are PVC and not leather, but holy cow. These are hot. For what it costs to fill my tank with gas right now, I can own a truly designer-style handbag. The quality was excellent and the bags were right on trend with what’s going to be hot this fall and winter. Check them out:

Editor’s Picks:

White “Python” Bag, $39.99

This is the ultimate year round workin’ gal bag…smart and sleek, this one will easily go from the board room to a night out, and goes with just about everything.

Goldtone Wristlet, $19.99

For under $20, the perfect going-out bag can be yours. I love the pouchette look, and this bag can easily go from being a wristlet to a clutch.

Black “Python” Shoulder Bag, $29.99

This is probably the standout bag from Botkier’s Target line…high-shine faux-python and the chain strap detail make this bag both fierce and fun.

So if you are watching your wallet like everyone else right now, but still need to quench your thirst for fabulous fashion, then keep checking with Target. They never fail to amaze me with the big names they bring in, so keep them coming please please please!

Christian Siriano exclusively at Bluefly!

You know him, we love him…the quirky, talented and oh-so-fierce winner of last seasons’ “Project Runway,” the one and only Christian Siriano’s line is now available exclusively at Bluefly. And yes, it’s as fabulous as you would expect. Pricier than Target, but not so expensive that you’ll have to blow the rent, these haute pieces are retro-futuristic in all the right ways.

Gold Silk “Red Carpet” Dress, $325.00

LOVE this dress…even though there are no red carpets in my immediate future, this dress would be perfect for holiday parties. Snap one up now and pair it with tights and some fierce boots from fall through winter.

Cotton “Posh” Puff-Sleeve Blouse, $590.00

Although this piece was obviously inspired by a certain Spice Girl, I love this top because it reminds me of Maddona meets Blade Runner. Sophisticated, cool and edgy all at the same time, this can be worn with jeans, slacks or a skirt and will create a different effect every time.

Black Cotton Sateen “Motocross” Skinny Pants, $ 280.00

To be honest, I don’t love these. For me, the pockets look a little poufy, and I’m a curvy gal, so I have to steer clear of pouf. However, my slim sista’s shouldn’t be derailed…these are the perfect compliment to Christian’s puff-sleeved top and will create one heck of a fierce look.

So there you have it…if you can’t get enough of this budding designer, then check out what Christian had to say about his new collection HERE. Stay sassy!

Miami - Mercedes Benz Fashion Week has kick started. And it sizzles with bikini fashion galore, direct off the runway.

Luli Fama swimwear 2009 collection by designer Lourdes Hanimian during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim show in Miami July 20 2008.

The designs for next season are fun and full of bold prints and exotic cuts and patterns. This one piece bikini ensemble exudes sexy and fun chic. As well as having the hip hugging buckle accent and gold circle chain necklace. Now I actually love this piece. It combines both the bikini and swimsuit. Now that is clever design, accenting the best of both worlds -”the bikini-suit”.

Lourdes Hanimian keeps colors bold, red, and very direct

Red’s keep the bikini very attractive and direct. The bikini is also accented with gold hoops and ties. I love this piece, and the bright color is perfect for the season.

Maritima swimwear 2009 collection

Proof that tie die never goes out of fashion. Brazilian designer Benny Rosset gives us quite the eye full of color. Reverting back to the bashful sixties popularity of this sinful, yet delightful design. Tie die goes haute couture for sure. Only in Rio!

Maritima swimwear 2009 - Hot out of Brazil

Pistol Panties swimwear

Pistol Panties isn’t shy in this itsy, bitsy, poker dot bikini. Superb design, fun and delightful!

Pistol Panties swimwear

Pistol Panties keeps their designs geometric and clean. This fun and delightful bikini is super sexy, and has the perfect fit for many body types with a secure bikini top that isn’t going anywhere!

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