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Urban Outfitters To Launch Eco-Friendly Capsule Collection

Posted 4/24/13 10:00 am EST by Liza Darwin in Shopping

Urban Outfitters will stock Della's signature colorful accessories.
Photo: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

Thanks to the past success of its Around The World offshoots featuring international brands like Wood Wood and MiniMarket, Urban Outfitters is definitely NO stranger to expanding its vision (sans passport). But now the mass retailer is going even more global with a sustainable spin to its already well-stocked selection of worldly goods. UO has teamed up with Della, a Los Angeles-based brand that sells wildly cool clothing and accessories handcrafted in Ghana. According to Refinery 29, the label's roomy jackets, track shorts, and accessories like iPad cases are produced by local women, all of whom receive background training and education from the company. Besides being actually, you know, cute, these colorful printed pieces are 100% vegan and totally sustainable. Oh, and we mention everything's priced under $69?!

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The Procrastinator's Guide To Prom

Posted 4/19/13 7:12 pm EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Accessories, Prom, Shopping

Just face it—procrastination got the best of you. Whether you've been too busy planning the school dance, studying up for your exams, or playing in a punk rock band, you've waited too long to pick out a new dress for prom and—gasp—it's mere hours away! Don't freak out just yet—if you have an LBD (little black dress, obvi) and a couple hours before the mall closes, you're good to go. We found ways to dress up even the most standard black frock for the big dance while still staying true to your personal style. We used a classic box-pleated frock from Forever 21 ($25) as a guide, so check out how we transformed it from traditional to prom-ready below!

THE POINDEXTER PROCRASTINATOR

Photo: Forever 21/ASOS/A-Morir

For the girl that's more focused on getting As than A-lines, we found the PERFECT accessories to show off your intelligent and fashion-savvy side. First off, we needed something to snazz up this ensemble in a snap, so we opted for a super cute gold scalloped collar necklace ($7) that's glam but not too over-the-top. Then, to show off your affinity for literature, we thought this green and gold novel clutch with a beautiful satin interior ($25) was pretty on-point paired with Swarovski crystal-embellished frames ($300). PERF.

Tags Accessories, Dresses, Prom, Shopping

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Suno To Debut Print-Tastic Capsule Collection For Uniqlo

Posted 4/19/13 9:00 am EST by Liza Darwin in Shopping

Uniqlo shows off its print game on the runway and in its new Uniqlo collab.
Photo: Style.com/Courtesy of Uniqlo

Matching is SO overrated. At least that's the case with Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty, the founders of New York label Suno. Since its inception back in 2008, the brand has won a well-deserved cult following for its mishmash of fabrics, colors, and exotic patterns, all of which are sourced everywhere from Kenya to Peru to its home base in Manhattan. It's easy to swoon over the eye-popping goods at Fashion Week and on stars like Solange, but it's decidedly tougher to work up the spare change to snag a Suno original for our own personal wardrobes. Until now, that is, because Max and Erin are the latest additions to Uniqlo's Designer Invitation Project and are officially joining forces with the mega-retailer on a capsule of pattern-perfect designs. Filled with floral motifs and stripes that take cues from "Japanese Americana" (as well as their own runway pieces, as evidenced above), the collection is a total prints PARTY, and everyone's closet is invited. So who's in!?

Tags Collaborations, Shopping, Suno, Uniqlo

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Beyonce 'Stan Swag': 'Bow Down' To The Ultimate King Bey Merch

Posted 4/18/13 8:20 pm EST by Gaby Wilson in Ladies, Shopping

Beyonce Stan Swag that'll have the b****** bowing down.
Photo: Etsy/Society 6/Hype Means Nothing/Urban Outfitters

All the ladies, if you feel me, help me sing it ouuuuuut. Everyone is a Beyonce fan, right? If Kate McKinnon as Ann Romney on SNL's Weekend Update says it, that means it's true, right? Well, as you probably already know, King Bey has just kicked off her several month-long The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour. We're girding our loins for when the show finally touches down in NYC via Barclays Center (a.k.a. her hubby Hov's house), but that's not until August. *WAHHHHHH* In the meantime, we're stocking up on all the coolest Stan Swag (that can be read as a permutation of "super-fan" or *achem* this Stan) the Beyhive has to offer while we count down to showtime.

Tags Beyonce, Beyoncé Knowles, Destiny's Child, Mrs. Carter, Shopping, Stan Swag

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Get Prom Inspiration From Emma Watson, Rihanna, And Taylor Swift's Red Carpet Style

Posted 4/18/13 6:56 pm EST by Maud Deitch in Prom, Shopping

There are certainly some girls who know exactly what prom dress they're going to wear from the day they start high school. They know exactly what they want, and they seek it out. In the prom issue of ASOS magazine, Sarah Hyland talks about how she knew precisely which dress she wanted, and she ended up finding it, exactly, in the sale rack of a discount shop, the only one, in her size. For some girls, prom can be magic. On the flip side, though, there are some girls who aren't totally sure what look they're going for, let alone where to go looking for that specific dress. If you're feeling particularly stumped, a good place to start is to think back on some of your favorite red carpet looks. While it's probably a challenge to acquire the EXACT dress your favorite starlet wore on the carpet, those fancy frocks are often a VERY good jumping point. To get you going, we looked at signature looks from three of our red carpet faves for inspiration, and found three dresses that any girl could totally rock at prom for that red carpet vibe.

EMMA WATSON

Emma Watson at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards.
Photo: Getty

If you're not into the traditional prom dress, it's OK. Emma Watson isn't into traditional red carpet looks either, but she's figured out a consistently fabulous workaround. The trailblazing actress has been a Best Dressed staple for us for years, in particular for her love of short, form-fitting silhouettes in graphic prints. You just don't see much of that on the red carpet, and just like it stands out at an awards show, we're confident that it would also stand out on the dance floor at your prom. Luckily, there are a number of different ways you can wear Emma's signature style.

Dresses inspired by Emma Watson's red carpet style.
Photo: Nasty Gal/Topshop

If you're looking to be a little spendy, we LOVE Nasty Gal's Lumeria dress ($300.00). The blue TIE-DYE frock features a body-hugging silhouette, asymmetrical (but not TOO asymmetrical) hemline, and a completely unique print that we adore. If you're comfortable going even more casual, Topshop's Floral Stripe Cut Out Dress ($84.00) is a practical option, since you can dress it up or down, and therefore, wear it night after night, not just at prom. Finally, for something in between, the Techno Sound Dress ($70.00), also from Nasty Gal, features a bold, versatile print, with splashes of metallic to really keep things interesting.

Tags Emma Watson, Prom, Prom Dresses, Red Carpet, Rihanna, Shopping, Taylor Swift

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What To Wear After Prom!

Posted 4/18/13 5:00 pm EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Prom, Shopping

We've been dishing out tips ALL week on how to have the perfect prom. From the shoes to the dress to the hair, we've done it all, but... have you thought what you're going to wear after the dance is over? *cricket chirping* Don't worry, we rounded up some amazing ensembles for wherever you decide to go post-prom. The guidelines: comfort and affordability are key while still looking hella cute (obvi). Let's get to it!

FANCY AFTER PARTY

After-prom dresses!
Photo: Courtesy of ASOS/Topshop

If you're heading somewhere else fancy after the big dance, make sure to pick a frock that doesn't compete with your prom dress (and has that extra party-girl edge). We love this bright peach lace-insert shift dress ($92) because it's bold and can be dressed up or down as much as you'd like. (Think of all the killer accessories you could sport with this bad boy!) If you seriously want to channel the spirit of spring, we suggest this chic-yet-girly floral print bandeau dress ($92), which you can rock with your updo from the dance. For the gals that want to go ALL OUT, we recommend this neon and gold sequin panel skater dress ($160) that is totally show-stopping. Just throw on some coral lipstick, and you're good to go!

Tags Dresses, Pajamas, Prom, Prom 2013, Shopping

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Three Complete Prom Outfits For Under $100

Posted 4/17/13 8:17 pm EST by Gaby Wilson in Prom, Shopping

From dream dates to unrealistic movie expectations, there is a LOT of romanticizing when it comes to prom. The real fact of the matter is, though: this thing costs an arm and a leg. Between the tickets, the limo rental, the dinner, the boutonniere, and your outfit, you can find yourself racking up thousands of dollars for just one night. Granted, it is a magical rite of passage, but STILL. You can't help but feel it's a little crazy. If you worked your butt off on your summer job and saved up money to cop your dream prom dress, then more power to you! HOWEVER, if you're primarily interested in prom as an experience and are just trying to keep from breaking the bank (while still maintaining your style integrity, of course), we've got your answer: complete prom outfits for *drumrollll* UNDER $100! Yup. It's possible.

A prom outfit for under $100.
Photo: Forever 21

TOTAL: $85.40

Can we just shine a light on the fact that Forever 21 is a frikkin' BOON??? I mean, where else can you score an ENTIRE prom-ready look—dress, shoes, and bag—for less than 100 bones? Riddle me that. This pastel number is prom-perfect with a mint minidress ($29.80) dripping with tulle, patterned AND sequined pumps ($27.80), and a hard-case, heart-shaped clutch ($27.80) covered in spikes to keep the ensemble from looking overly saccharine.

Tags ASOS, Charlotte Russe, Forever 21, Prom, Prom Dresses, Shopping

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How To Avoid High Heels This Prom

Posted 4/16/13 5:15 pm EST by Gaby Wilson in Prom, Shoes, Shopping

Prom is one of the only GREAT excuses a girl gets in high school to get dressed to the nines (or whatever the lady-equivalent is of "suit and tie s***"). HOWEVER, it is also a night of dancing, standing, dancing, mobilizing from house to dinner to party to after-party, and more dancing. Point being, you're going to be on your feet. A lot. To this effect, we're taking a beat to look out for your podiatric health. We understand that some of you may be married to the idea of sticking it out in your gam-glorifying high-heeled best for your special night, but just in case you're willing to venture outside of the stiletto-shaped box, we've rounded up some of the cutest, less-ankle-breaking styles the e-retail world has to offer. PLUS, a general idea of the kind of dress that works with each shoe silhouette! *dusts shoulders off* We know. You're welcome.

OXFORDS

Switch out your high heels for oxfords this prom!
Photo: ModCloth/UrbanOutfitters/Nasty Gal

Oxfords are HUGE this season in so many prints, styles, and colorways, making now the perfect time to implement them into all your wardrobe needs. Including prom! Since there's an unmistakable menswear-ness to oxfords, we like the idea of pairing them with a hyper-feminine prom dress with a big fluffy skirt. A short one, at that. All the better to show off your boundary-pushing kicks.

+ White Prom Dress: ModCloth ($79.99)
+ Color Block Oxfords: Urban Outfitters ($150.00)
+ Printed Oxfords: Nasty Gal ($148.00)
+ Holographic Oxfords: Urban Outfitters ($186.00)

Tags Flatforms, Flats, Heels, Oxfords, Prom, Prom Shoes, Prom Shopping, Sandals, Shoes, Shopping

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Nasty Gal Goes Anti-Prom With Leather, Studs, And Sneakers

Posted 4/16/13 2:30 pm EST by Liza Darwin in Campaigns, Prom, Shopping

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Photo: Nasty Gal's new 'Anti-Prom' lookbook.
Courtesy of Nasty Gal

Prom season is officially in full swing, and by now, the message should be coming through loud and clear: there's NO one right way to do prom. You could rock a short dress, you could go ultra-glam, hey, you can even go as a hamburger if you wanted...but leave it to Nasty Gal to show us some of the coolest options yet. If you know NG, then you already know that Sophia Amoruso & co. have never really done things the traditional way. Luckily, the retailer's "break all the rules" philosophy applies to their newest lookbook as well, aptly titled "Anti-Prom." Stocked with tons of dresses (duh), plus unexpected pieces like spiky stud accessories, leather jackets, and even bright blue creepers, this is prom like you've never seen it before (and it's awesome).

Tags Nasty Gal, Prom, Prom Dresses, Shopping

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Rihanna Sports Sunny Yellow Dress Designed By Whitney Port!

Posted 4/12/13 6:23 pm EST by Chrissy Mahlmeister in Celebrity Designers, MTV Stars, Shopping

Rihanna wears a dress by Whitney Eve.
Photo: Rihanna's Instagram/Whitney Eve

Sometimes when we're surfin' the web, we stumble upon things that are SO magical. Like, things so good, you're 100% sure that the stars have aligned in your favor, and you can't believe how happy you are to be alive right in this very instant. We felt that way when we were perusing the ol' Instagram and peeped a picture on Whitney Eve's feed. (You know, our City girl Whitney Port's clothing line.) Basically, it said that the KILLER, seamless yellow bandage dress Rihanna was wearing a couple days ago was by, you guessed it, Whitney Eve! Our hearts basically exploded at this news because 1.) We love Rihanna, 2.) We love Whitney, and 3.) We love that Rihanna is sporting Whitney.

Tags Get The Look, Rihanna, Shopping, Whitney Eve, Whitney Port

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