Satchels For Spring/Summer 2012

Structured satchels were all over the runways from Phillip Lim to Céline. If you're looking to add some sophistication to your easy, breezy Spring wardrobe, try a refined, take-anywhere satchel. Whether you're into casual carryalls or chic, elegant options, the ladylike leather handbags instantly create a sense of polished style.

I'm so into structured satchels in white for spring and summer! I went all the stores to find one that I really like. The structured satchels are good with jean or maxi dress. But the white bags always get dirty easily especially when you wear it with bold color clothes or jeans. So I always got the white bag with reasonable price. I like 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashil Satchel in white ($875) and Coach Madison Gathered Leather Lindsey Satchel in silver/parchment ($598). Both look simple but doesn't look boring because of gathered leather and vertical zippers.

Also, I'm so into blue these days. I love Balenciaga Arena Classic Velo in bleu cobalt ($1545). It's a great everyday bag. What are your favorite structured satchels bags?

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ZARA's April Lookbook 2012

This is what a great wardrobe is made of: Zara's April collection is steeped in chic Spring whites, tweedy jackets, crisp denim, and breezy sundresses, striking the perfect balance between seasonal must haves and closet staples. Again, the brand zeroes in on this season's key trends; we get a dose of peplum, a shot of lace, '70s flares, and printed blouses and pants all in truly wearable iterations. It's hard not to want nearly all of Zara's new goodies, especially when they look even better mixed and matched — it's really not just about the pieces, but how easily they wear together. Read on for our key takeaways, then click through for Zara's latest looks.
    •    We've already snapped up our printed pants, but these silky printed shorts are just the right version for Summer's hotter days.
    •    We can never have too many LWDs for our Spring/Summer wardrobe — this one would be easy to dress up day to night — but we think it would make the best little dress for Coachella.
    •    Give your Spring office attire a makeover — and keep this look in mind. We love the mix of street-chic and femme.
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10 Online Boutiques You Should Know About — and Shop

The World Wide Web can be a daunting place and with so much clicking at our fingertips, it's easy to overlook some pretty amazing e-finds. After a bit of cyber roaming and unearthing a whole lot of covet-worthy designer lineups, we've got 10 ultracool online boutiques you may not know about and most definitely should be shopping at already. From a one-of-a-kind curation site and a chic jewelry resource, to a superluxe London-based shopping destination and a Japanese designer-filled mecca, there's an online outlet for every kind of trend and fashion fancy. Click through to see our latest online boutique obsessions — and if you have an under-the-radar favorite to share, leave a comment below!

Affordable Edge
Mikkat Market
Think of Mikkat Market as a plentiful retail resource for cool, model off-duty pieces. On top of that, the Market's price range is totally affordable and everything is lust-worthy. From fringed backpacks to pleated two-tone skirts, you have to check out Mikkat's lineup.

Downtown Style
Otte
Known in NYC as the purveyor of downtown cool-girl style, the Otte e-boutique curates the same kind of "rough around the edges" vibe. You'll find the newest Rag & Bone pieces, sweet Rachel Comey boots, sleek Helmut Lang jackets, and more.

Jawdropper Jewelry
Charm & Chain
Charm & Chain carries a wide spectrum of coveted accessories designers, including Dannijo, Fenton, Alexis Bittar, Erickson Beamon, and Kenneth Jay Lane. With a mix of rare and exclusive pieces, this is a jewelry-obsessed must-visit site.

Contemporary Cool
Kirna Zabête
Started by two fashion-obsessed best friends, this standalone SoHo boutique is a super stylish labor of love. Now, no matter where you live, you can take part in Kirna and Zabête's carefully curated clothing picks. The Kirna Zabête site boasts an ultracool selection of contemporary designers. Think Lanvin, Alexander Wang, Stella McCartney, Thakoon, and Altuzarra for starters. It's a "who's who" of must-have items, so keep you're clicking under control.

Global Glam
Zozo Town
To put it simply, Zozo is the ASOS of Tokyo's coolest designers and brands. The English version site is supereasy to navigate, but warning: you will have to convert the pricing from Japanese Yen to dollars. (Go to XE.com for quick, easy conversions). One of my favorite pair of jeans — that I've ever owned — comes from Hysteric Glamour, a premier Japanese brand you should know about now. Other brands worth checking out? Snidel, Urban Research, Love Girls Market, and Freak's Store One-Piece.

Luxury Consignment
DecadesTwo.1
Touted as the ultimate destination for luxury consignment, decadestwo.1 offers meticulously-edited luxury consignment goods mostly from iconic designers like Chanel, Christian Louboutin, Balenciaga, Marc Jacobs, and Alexander Wang. The preloved goodies can be snagged at up to 80 percent off the original price tag, so it's definitely worth a once-over.

Londontown Luxe
LN-CC
The online version of East London's avant-garde boutique LN-CC is just as carefully curated. With brands like Damir Doma, Ann Demeulemeester, Dries Van Noten, and Haider Ackermann, we love LN-CC's ability to select London-cool pieces at the drop of a hat. FYI: free shipping worldwide, enough said.

Unique Finds
Of a Kind
Comprised of exclusive pieces from both established and up-and-coming designers, Of a Kind offers up cool "one of a kind" items. See what we did there? Find everything from eclectic jewelry, floral-infused clutches, and sweet crop tops. Next time you're in the market to buy a great gift, look no further than Of a Kind.

Trendy Takeaways
Akira
Based out of Chicago's trendy Wicker Park, edgy meets trendy in Akira, which has been stocking well-loved brands like Jeffery Campbell, Cheap Monday, and House of Harlow, along with its eponymous label since 2002. Now with six brick-and-mortar stores and a bustling online shopping destination, Akira is a go-to source for on-trend items.

Bohemian Accessories
Cerulean
For the girl who can't get enough of her quirky statement accessories, Cerulean culls boho-chic jewelry and treasures from around the world at accessible price points. We love the chunky gold collar necklaces, gem-encrusted cuffs, and hammered gold earrings for a glammed-up bohemian feel.
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10 Ways to Wear One Scarf

From the basic hang down to the gypsy bun, in this newest how-to we took one of Spring's most iconic accessories — the bright, bold scarf — and created 10 lasting looks to take a tee and jeans from plain and simple to extraordinarily chic.
1. Hangdown
2. The Chic Rhrowaround
3. The Classic
4. The Neck Cozy
5. The Intertwined Braid
6. The Gypsy Bun
7. The Easy Breezy Headband
8. The Scarf Belt
9. The Scarf Bangle
10. The Purse Handle
What's your favorite way to wear a scarf? Mines are the classic and the neck cozy.
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Golden Globe Awards 2012

Rooney Mara, the star of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo looks sleek and romantic in a black cutout gown from Nina Ricci's Pre-Fall 2012 collection, which she paired with a sleek ponytail and thick black eyeliner.

Jessica Alba went for an effortlessly feminine look in a strapless blush-tone Gucci gown, complete with sparkly embellishments all over the bodice and train.

Her time on American Idol may be long gone, but Katharine McPhee is still a golden girl. The lovely chanteuse has opted for a Donna Karan embellished corset gown of layered gold tissue, complemented with champagne-hued platform pumps.

Elle Macpherson may just be aging backwards. The supermodel stunner arrived at the Golden Globes showing off her enviable figure in a body-hugging Zac Posen gown.

Presenter Natalie Portman brought statement-making brights to the red carpet, opting for a strapless, fuchsia-hued Lanvin gown.

Nicole Kidman's floor-length, halter-style, gold and cream Versace number fit like a glove — and to keep the look bright and bold, she added matching gold cuff bangles and a gold clutch.

Angelina Jolie looks striking on the Golden Globes red carpet. She's wearing a silky white Atelier Versace gown with bright red neckline detailing, matching perfectly with her red clutch.

Leave it to Reese Witherspoon to prove that less is totally more. Not only are we smitten with her deep red Zac Posen gown, but we're also completely in awe of her perfectly tousled, bedhead-esque blond waves.

Julianna Margulies looked elegant in a shimmery form-fitting purple gown by Naeem Khan at the Golden Globes.

Fresh off her Critics' Choice Award wins, Golden Globe-nominated Octavia Spencer hit the red carpet glowing in a lavender Tadashi Shoji gown. Embellishments at the bodice highlight her curves, while a pretty updo highlights her mega-drop Judith Leiber earrings.

Jessica Chastain is the picture of modern femininity in a white, pearl-embellished Givenchy gown. The Help beauty — one of the stars to watch in 2012 — furthered the pretty vibe with a pair of jeweled pearl studs and a diamond bracelet.

Mary J. Blige made her appearance on the red carpet tonight wearing a shimmery halter gown, embellished with soft feathers down below. The singer then added glitz to her ensemble with bejeweled cuffs on both of her wrists, chandelier earrings, and an envelope clutch.

Emma Stone's been wowing everyone this award season, and she shows no sign of stopping. Tonight, she chose a gorgeous gown by Lanvin.

Freida Pinto's Golden Globes look was as elegant as you'd expect. The natural beauty wore a blue Prada gown, cinched in at the waist with a diminutive black ribbon belt. Gold additions, via a stunning gold Chopard necklace and box clutch, were her accessories of choice.

Charlize Theron lit up the Golden Globes red carpet in the most feminine Dior gown. Christian Dior Couture feels utterly romantic and just a little '20s-inspired — a vibe she furthers with soft, side-swept waves and a beautiful embellished headband.

Nicole Richie stepped out tonight in a floor-skimming megawatt metallic Julien Macdonald gown. She paired the slinky silver number with a handful of stacked bangles, an oversized cocktail ring, a small cream House of Harlow 1960 clutch, Jimmy Choo heels, and gorgeous vintage circle-drop earrings.

Busy Philipps (aka Michelle Williams's Golden Globes date) channeled a '60s bombshell-meets-flapper-girl vibe on the red carpet. The actress opted for a fringed asymmetrical gown, then got equally playful with her beauty routine, showing off a voluminous bouffant and pale pink pout.

Debra Messing was classically beautiful in a black one-shouldered Monique Lhuillier gown.

Kelly Osbourne went for Old Hollywood glamour at the Golden Globes with a floor-length sapphire blue Zac Posen dress, complete with structured shoulders and a pin-tucked waist.

The always quirky Zooey Deschanel looked the picture of retro cuteness in a sequined black-and-green Prada number. She accessorized with a cool white choker, bright green clutch, and tuxedo-inspired nail designs.

Paula Patton may just be the sunniest lady at the Golden Globes. The actress is wearing a gorgeous, bright yellow strapless Monique Lhuillier gown with a sleek fishtail hem, and she finished the look with Kwiat jewelry and a Judith Leiber clutch.

Salma Hayek channeled an ultra-sexy glow on the red carpet tonight. Her art deco-inspired black and gold strapless Gucci Premiere gown looked amazing against her bronzed skin. She chose gold vintage drop earrings and a black satin clutch as her go-to chic accessories.

Stacy Keibler has slowly but surely nailed the Hollywood siren vibe — and tonight was no different. She donned a jaw-dropping, form-fitting red gown with an open, bow-tied back.

Glee's Dianna Agron donned a fiery red Giles Deacon gown, and upon closer review, we spotted laser-cut swan cutouts along the bodice and the ruffled tiers of the floor-length skirt.

We thought Mila Kunis couldn't outdo herself after her amazing award season looks last year, but she's managed to prove us dead wrong. The actress and presenter wore a black chiffon dress from Christian Dior's Spring 2012 collection, and paired the gorgeous gown with Cartier jewels.

The always-gorgeous Diane Lane hit the Golden Globes in a gold Reem Acra gown.

Piper Perabo wore a pale gray-lavender gown from the Theyskens' Theory Spring 2012 collection, and channeled Marilyn Monroe with twirls, kicks, and an ear-to-ear smile. She accessorized her stunning sheer gown with Tiffany & Co. diamonds and Christian Louboutin heels, and kept her hair and makeup quite minimal with a tousled updo and liquid eyeliner.

Bridesmaids funny lady Melissa McCarthy glammed it up in Badgley Mischka for tonight's awards.

Modern Family glamazon Sofia Vergara showed off her curves in a midnight-blue Vera Wang gown. As for glamorous details, Sofia added sparkle with a set of Harry Winston bracelets and megawatt earrings.

We're kicking off a night of megawatt glamour at the Golden Globes with the beautiful Claire Danes. The actress stepped out onto the red carpet in an ultra-elegant black-and-white J. Mendel gown, complete with sequin embellishments at the shoulders and waist.

Madonna is never one to go with the masses, and her Golden Globes look spoke to that truth. For the night's festivities, Madonna wore a sequined silver and green bodice gown by Reem Acra, complete with fingerless gloves — only she can pull off fingerless gloves on the red carpet.

We've been anticipating Michelle Williams's arrival on the red carpet and now, the wait is over. The actress made her appearance wearing a purple burnout gown by Jason Wu.

Amanda Peet made quite a statement on the 2012 Golden Globes red carpet. The actress paired an ivory frothy, tiered gown with metallic heels. We love the soft lace layers and simple, yet bold jewels via a silver bracelet and unique gold earrings.

Glenn Close looked dazzling in a black gown with beaded trim.

Emily Watson wore a simple, yet elegant blush-colored gown, adorned with a funky, circle-chained necklace.

Elizabeth McGovern wore a two-toned Jacques Azagury gown. The tight fitting bodice with a flowing blue skirt made her appear ladylike and graceful.

Jane Lynch's gown was no Sue Sylvester tracksuit. This Glee star wore a classy, navy halter gown.

Meryl Streep's gown was livened up by the floral print accents.

Modern Family's Julie Bowen wore a romantic, youthful Reem Acra gown with beaded cap sleeves.
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