Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear: Recreating the Look

The Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2010 ready-to-wear show was truly a feast for the eyes. The best way to describe it would be an explosion of rich textures and patterns, including velvet, lace, tweed, florals and animal prints. Your mother probably always told you to never wear these together at the same time; D&G brilliantly defies this style principle.

Layering is a recurring theme in this collection. Never afraid to push the envelope, D&G had models marching down the runway wearing black blazers with nothing but lingere-like leotards underneath. While I’m not suggesting you don one of these combinations for your next outing, there are a number of other looks from this collection that translate perfectly to the everyday setting.

You’re probably thinking right now, “Where am I going to find a gorgeous D&G-esque silk yellow dress with black lace accents?” This is where creativity comes in. Simply throw a black lace or delicate crochet scarf over a super girly yellow dress and you’re good! Complete the look with semi-opaque tights, a black tote and pumps.

INC International Concepts Dress, Belted Short Sleeve Silk Ruffle ($64.99, Macy’s)

Lace Scarf ($8.80, Forever21)

Round Toe Platform Pump ($24.50, Wet Seal)

Slouch Shoulder Bag ($32.80, Forever21)

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Spring 2010 Trend: Nautical and Sailor-Inspired

Stripes, anchors, seersucker print, macrame details–these are the themes for this spring. Whichever you choose, be sure to pair navy with white. Think summer spent yachting around or hanging out on white sand beaches as you channel your inner sailor.

Maritime Rope Headband ($3.80, Forever21)

Deadweight Anchor Necklace ($4.80, Forever 21)

Clear The Sea Top ($12.80, Forever21)

FOREVER 21 BOUTIQUE Nautical Jacket ($19.80, Forever21)

Front Patch Pocket Short ($19.50, Wet Seal)

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Inspired by…Victoria Beckham

Victoria Beckham–the woman who, in my mind, invented style.

Pebbled Leather Belted Platforms ($26.99, Charlotte Russe)

Classic Nautical Dress ($22.80, Forever21)

Ultra City Girl Tote ($39.95, Baghaus)

Boucle Knit Jacket ($26.50, Wet Seal)

F3020 Sunglasses ($5.80, Forever 21)

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Tweed Pageboy Caps

Great choice for those who feel that beanies simply don’t deliver enough style.

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Splurge vs. Steal: Heart-shaped Stud Earrings

Wet Seal has come out with stud earrings similar to my beloved Swarovski hearts.

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Look–alike: Herve Leger Bandage Dress

Remember we talked about the fantastic Herve Leger Bandage dress a few days ago in the Amanda Bynes post? Well, I found a fabulous look–alike dress at Wet Seal while I was on their website today. It comes in grape, teal, red and black and has now come down in price to only $14.99. Just wanted to pass the news along to my fellow shopaholics. Happy weekend!

Mandy Moore in Herve Leger ($780)

Banded Knit Dress ($14.99, Wet Seal)

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Cluster Rings

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Loving Lanvin for Fall 2009

With fall almost here, designers are back to experimenting with all kinds of rich fabrics, textures and dark colors. Mmmm.

And what better way to kick off the season than with a silk dress? Lanvin included a belted one in its Fall ready-to-wear collection. Love the capsleeves, which add a subtle, sexy touch to an appropriate-for-daytime dress.

The Antonio Melani dress below features ruched detailing at the neckline. This is perfect for fall, whose runways are currently being dominated by draped, ruched and layered fabric. The deep shade of gray just screams glam and leaves plenty of room for accessorizing with jewels and gold. For shoes, platform pumps are still the it thing, with so many great colors to choose from for next season.

I’m dreading the fall cold and lack of sun, but all the fab clothes and accessories coming our way do make up for it!

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Antonio Melani "Lydia" Dress ($95.40, Dillards)

Almond Toe Platform Heel ($15, Wet Seal)

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Neon Retro Sunglasses

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Frayed Denim Shorts Making a Comeback

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