Barbara Bui Spring 2012 Shoes

Upgrade your wardrobe with visionary accessories to give an incredibly modern flair to your outfits. The Barbara Bui spring 2012 shoes will make you feel like a real red-carpet-worthy diva.

In order to feel confident and ultra-sexy you have to definitely adore your outfit. The secret to make yourself feel precious and glamorous is to crown your apparels with high street accessories.

Barbara Bui is one of the most impressive shoemakers who succeeds in rewarding 'it' girls and celebs with sophisticated and all-event-appropriate footwear styles. Notice the delight on your face when putting on one of the crafty and unique high heels!

The Barbara Bui spring 2012 shoes collection re-mixes some of the hip fashion trends of the moment. The artsy and decorative patterns all sculpted from beads add a breath-taking allure to these chic cut-out sandals. These colorful details help Barbara Bui re-elaborate the hottest tribal chic craze. If you've always wanted an ultra-refined accessory compilation. It's time to train yourself for the upcoming season and purchase all the must have shoe designs envisioned by the greatest style gurus of our era.

Barbara Bui has an impressive celebrity clientele. Fashion-driven ladies seem to have a cathartic pleasure in wearing these outstanding shoe designs. For the hot months the popular designer's greatest source of inspiration was the Africana chic style wave and color-blocking. The shoe parade presented here lines up a fab selection of high heel sandals decorated with beads of different shade and shapes. Indulge in the Barbara Bui experience and add a fresh and sunny flair to your ensembles.

Strappy sandals will give definition to your feet and help you complement your semi-formal and party chic outfits with timeless and luxe details. More and more fashionistas are experimenting with the visual impact of accessories teamed up with minimalist and laid back apparels. These Barbara Bui sandals will definitely add a goddess vibe to your appearance. The versatility of the collection guarantees that there's at least a pair of high heels for every budget and taste.

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Roberto Cavalli Spring 2012 Lookbook

There's never a dull moment when taking a look at a collection put together by the Roberto Cavalli luxury label. Filled with bursts of bold, vivid tones, eye-catching prints and a very distinguishable sophisticated femininity allure, the spring 2012 lookbook manages to maintain and even surpass our expectations with a truly memorable array of style options.

Bold, intriguing, challenging and perhaps a little overwhelming but never boring seem to be the mission statements the Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli seems to be guided by in bringing majestic designs and challenging our style limits with each collection. For the spring 2012 season, the designer treats us with a hefty dose of animal prints that are an indispensable style staple for the brand in the recent seasons. A celebration of color, sexiness and joy makes the collection unforgettable and easily recognizable even at a fairly superficial glance.

Leopard prints are a central motif of the Cavalli spring 2012 collection being highlighted in several ways through the lookbook. From the loud, look-at-me type of attitude to the more subtle style cues and everything in between, the lookbook offers a comprehensive lesson in the proper ways to wear animal prints in order to exude sophistication and refinement. Fitted dresses, girly skirts, summery jackets or tops and of course matching bold accessories all blend together for an exuberant vibe and an ultra fashionable allure.

While the daring tones are the ones that most tend to capture one's attention, they are by no means the only thing that makes the fabulous designs so mesmerizing. Unexpected sheer details, textural contrasts, feminine fabrics such as lace and well defined cut-outs are some of the more subtle yet crucial elements that help produce a picture perfect outfit style.

Evening dresses are also briefly highlighted throughout the lookbook being a true symbol of high class and elegance. Although more toned down compared to casual attire, these alluring long dresses still require significant levels of confidence in order to be worn. Bold tones and high splits are definitely not for the faint hearted as they instantly become the center of attention.

Other print styles included are snake prints and floral prints. If snake prints are combined to be fairly subtle, floral prints are a whole other story. In a dominant color tone with minor variations or in wild combos, these prints are anything but traditional looking. Forget discretion and barely distinguishable prints for the upcoming months and focus on expanding your style limitations instead.

Accessories follow the same route the lookbook is built on. Whether we are talking about oversized handbags or clutches, the bold tones and edgy print styles and exotic skin texture unquestionably dominate. Footwear options focus on reasonably comfy sandals perfectly adapted to the outfit style while chunky necklaces and bracelets complete the looks to perfection.

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Jolie, Pitt grace the Globes in glamorous style

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt fully dressed their part as a glamorous Hollywood power couple at Sunday night's Golden Globe Awards: She in a body-hugging ivory strapless gown with a flash of red at the bustline that matched perfectly her lips and handbag, and he in a classic, bow-tie tuxedo by Salvatore Ferragamo

Otherwise, though, the red carpet at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., largely ushered in a new group of fashion stars, including Zooey Deschanel in a unique Prada dark-green halter gown with black and emerald glass pearls on the bodice and ivory pearls at the neck, and Rooney Mara, in a deep V-neck black gown with a bare, harness-style bodice. "It's a Nina Ricci and it was the first one I tried on," Mara said. "It was very comfortable."

There was a sea of soft, pretty pinkish makeup shades on dresses worn by Charlize Theron in Christian Dior Couture, Elle Macpherson in Zac Posen, Heidi Klum in Calvin Klein, Kate Beckinsale in Roberto Cavalli and Emily Watson in Giorgio Armani.

Sofia Vergara turned some heads in a navy Vera Wang gown in the mermaid silhouette that's becoming her signature. The dress was a little more fashion forward than she's worn before - and she credits the fit. "She's like a genius now with my body," Vergara said.

Red made a statement, too, especially on Reese Witherspoon in a strapless, corset-style Zac Posen gown.

Claire Danes took a more modern turn in a graphic black-and-white J. Mendel gown with an open back, and Kate Winslet did the opposites-attract thing in a Jenny Packham gown with a black hammered silk satin bodice and ivory silk crepe skirt.

Madonna, whose style has been all over the map in her long career, went back to her rock `n' roll roots for this event in a wearing a dark green embroidered gown with cap sleeves by Reem Acra and a diamond-and-pearl cross by Neil Lane.

1950's era of rock-n-roll & pin-up girls inspire Erika Hendrix

German fashion designers Erika Hendrix is set to debut her Spring/Summer 2010 collection in February 2010. The collection is inspired from the vintage 1950's era of rock-n-roll and pin-up girls. This theme is illustrated throughout the collection by the use of bows & ribbons, round collars, poodle skirts, and rompers, with a distinct motif that cohesively brings every piece together.

"I just love the 1950's style. The clothes, the music, the hair, everything! The cuts were so flattering and also sexy without showing a lot of skin," says the designer. "I think I took more of a risk with this collection with the prints and cuts." The SS 2010 collection mainly uses cotton fabrics with pastel colors, leopard and berry prints. The German designer recruited Caroline B. from Most Wanted Models to model in the campaign, and boasts 30 pieces that will range from sizes XS-L.

"I think by having a boutique I see first hand what people want and what looks good on them. So I keep that in mind with every piece I design. I am always inspired by everything. I could be putting out a collection every 2 weeks," Erika states. "I don't look at what other designers are doing. I don't look at what's in style. I do my own thing and get inspired by everyday life."

Jersey City fashion designer's line Cuffe Parade focuses on comfort, contemporary style

In her Downtown Jersey City apartment, 31-year-old designer Rehna Pendse sketches and designs looks for what she hopes could be fashion's next big brand.

Cuffe Parade, named after Pendse's birthplace in India, is a clothing line that the FIT graduate says emphasizes both comfort and style.

"I want to make sure the woman is comfortable in her clothing," said Pendse. "My aesthetic is just really easy dressing but it has to have some sort of fun element to it at all times, like pops of color."

Pendse's clothing is made with natural fibers and often feature elaborate beading done in India, she said, adding that some pieces take 100 hours to bead.

The designer said she hopes her clothing appeals to women who want trendy, high-quality clothing "that can compare to Valentino" without paying a Valentino price.

"My line is a very high-end, high-quality collection but at a contemporary price," said Pendse. " It's for a woman who likes good things but doesn't want to spend a huge amount."

Pieces from her collection retail for as low as $70, she said, adding that fully beaded items can sell for up to $600. Most items, however, range from $150 to $200, Pendse said.

Only in its second season, the line has been attracting some attention and is currently available in New York boutiques. Soon, Pendse said, Cuffe Parade will also be sold in Dallas and Los Angeles stores and through her website.

"People are responding to it even despite the economy being so bad. It's growing at a steady pace," said Pendse.

"The economy is my biggest enemy right now because it's the one thing out of my control. But the more your name is around, it gets better and better," said the designer. "It takes a lot of networking and you need to have a great line, but you'll get there. It will just take a longer time."
Overall, Pendse foresees good things.

"My short-term goals are to get better representation and get into more stores around the country. My long-term goal is to be established as a lifestyle brand," she said. "I love fashion but I also do interior design on the side - I have a lot of creativity in me."

For more information on Rehna Pendse and Cuffe Parade, visit Cuffe-Parade.com

Saris with twist by Kiran Uttam weaves unique tale

Kiran Uttam Ghosh presents tasteful and minimalist saris from her prêt line – CHICONOMICS. Blending signature style, spirit and spunk, the saris are fluid and light weight, giving today’s women the simplicity and drama of a well cut ensemble with sensual understated sexy zipped-edges and heat pressed pleat.

Showcasing an entire gamut of ethnic wear in a lighter, playful and more contemporary tone, Kiran Uttam Ghosh’s saris are designed using cutting edge technology on fabrics like georgettes, chiffons and satin. The favored colors this season are bright acid shades like orange, lime green and coral along with a more mellow jewel-toned range.

Kiran Uttam Ghosh’s Pret line, CHICONOMICS has received an excellent response from all quarters. Keeping the tough market conditions in mind, the line embodies the new economics of design presenting wearable signature evening wear that offers glamour without much clamour and with an unbeatable playful elegance. This line is a pragmatic approach to spend, making couture available to all.

Favorite Stars Win Big at the People's Choice Awards

She's the People's Choice Award winner for Best Pop Artist, a fact that got Demi Lovato all choked up during the live awards show at the Nokia Theater in downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday, Jan. 11.

"The nominees are all people I look up to, and have aspired to be," Lovato admitted as she clutched her heavy Waterford crystal prize. Her competition was Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Katy Perry; Perry snagged five of the glittering statues, but missed the fun.

But the thousands of fans that packed the venue were not disappointed, as top stars from film, television and music filled the front rows and caused serious shrieking as they hit the stage. "Glee" star Lea Michele thanked her parents for their support as she won Favorite TV Comedy Actress, and Adam Sandler broke up the house with thanks to all his "public school teachers" when he won Favorite Comedic Movie Actor.

Faith Hill belted out "Come Home," her latest hit single, and Neil Patrick Harris gave the assemblage a giggle as he tried to take over hosting duties from Kaley Cuoco. He also won for Favorite TV Comedy Actor, and admonished his young twins at home in his acceptance speech to "go to bed!"

No one could have slept through the shrieking as Robert Pattison took the stage to accept the Favorite Drama Movie prize for "Water for Elephants." His newly shaven head didn't deter the screaming fans from almost drowning out his speech and the excitement didn't stop there. The crowd went crazy for presenters Ian Somerhalder, Ginnifer Goodwin, Julianne Hough and Ewan McGregor, who gave Morgan Freeman the first annual Favorite Movie Icon award.

And the biggest excitement of the night didn't come for the younger stars that graced the show, like Miley Cyrus, Vanessa Hudgens, Adam Levine, Kat Dennings, Nina Dobrev or Jennifer Morrison. That was reserved for beloved Betty White, who took home the trophy for her "Hot in Cleveland" win for Favorite Cable TV Comedy and is about to celebrate her 90th birthday on Jan. 17.

"I didn't do anything to get to 90," White said with a chuckle. "It just crept up on me!"


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