H&M Fashion Against AIDS Spring 2012 Collection

Numerous style campaigns focus on the awareness of HIV/AIDS. The latest H&M Fashion Against AIDS Spring 2012 collection offers a diverse selection of style items and encourages people to contribute to worldwide HIV/AIDS awareness projects.

This is the fifth year when the Swedish fast fashion retailer launched its famous H&M Fashion Against AIDS collection. The objective of the complete project is to raise funds for various projects from all over the world which deal with HIV/AIDS awareness. These statement t-shirts and printed wardrobe staples will definitely encourage the youth and the large public to support similar generous causes.

Numerous artists contributed to the creation of these fashion items, Anne-Sofie Johansson as the Head of Design at H&M stated that, “I love this year's Fashion against AIDS collection. It brings together so many global styles that send not only a powerful fashion message, but also help spread the word about HIV/AIDS awareness. It's great that the collection includes the work of artists and illustrators from many different countries, helping us to raise funds for these vital youth HIV/AIDS charities."

The oh-so-popular ethnic prints took center stage in the creative process of the collection. Tops, skirts and accessories are glammed up with Africana patterns which radiate diversity and a modern attitude towards the latest fashion trends. In fact, H&M wanted to join the project of international organizations to illustrate the versatility of global tribes and cultures. Besides the artsy use of prints, we also spot a multitude of fashion design techniques popularized by celebs and other modern runway shows. Dip dying for hippie style, fringes for rock divas and macrame for vintage chic fans will definitely guarantee the overwhelming success of the collection.

These unique accessories and basic outfit elements are packed with attitude and originality. The chromatic palette allows you to play with contrastive shades and flirty prints. Don't deprive yourself from a quick glamor boost you can inject into your closet. Explore the magical world created by H&M and become a real trendsetter who's aware not only of the latest trends, but also of the different problems of the world.

Complement your wardrobe with silky harem pants, slouchy tank tops, festival chic jewelry designs, hats and chic wedges. Kill two birds with one stone, contribute to this popular campaign and update your look for the warm season. H&M will donate no less than 25% of sales to different youth organizations dealing with HIV/AIDS awareness. The collection will be available from 26th April 2012 online and at H&M stores.

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Jessica Stam Showcases Best Looks of Spring/Summer 2012 in Harper's Bazaar

Sporting the hottest seasonal designer pieces, model Jessica Stam demonstrates the power of high-end fashion in the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar. Take a peek at the hottest designer pieces for Spring/Summer 2012

Canadian bombshell Jessica Stam shows off her stunning physique in a photoshoot for Harper's Bazaar, where she showcases the looks for the spring/summer 2012 season. In the photoshoot the 25 year old model wears some of the most renowned designer brands, garments that have made conquered hearts from their appearances on the spring/summer 2012 runways, gorgeous pieces that have glamor written all over them. Check out the amazing looks that can definitely help refine and update your style for the upcoming season.

Styled up by Jillian Davison and Christine Centenera and captured on lens by acclaimed photographer Victor Demarchelier, bombshell Jessica Stam mesmerizes from first glimpse and demonstrates that glamor hasn't been sacrificed to make room for casualness this upcoming season, for Harper's Bazaar.

Donning amazing timeless pieces signed Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton and Givenchy, the model shows that dresses are definitely the key pieces of every woman's wardrobe this spring/summer 2012 season. Dresses featuring both simplistic and couturier craftsmanship can make your reconsider your previous garment choices, as these high-end dresses are quite difficult to avoid falling in love with.
Simplicity is not a requirement this season so let your inhibitions as far as fashion go and opt for ruffled-up designs, plissé dresses, lace or highly embellished garments that underline the high glam attitude.

Going super provocative wearing spring/summer 2012 dresses signed Chanel, Prada wine bodysuit, Lanvin, Prada floral green bodysuit, Miu Miu and Nina Ricci, Ms. Stam provokes you to ditch your simple pieces in favor of major statement ensembles. With heavily adorned with crystals/beads or featuring mermaid like scales pieces, see-through lace or vaporous chiffon insertions, the new designs are meant to provide a high dose of elegance through a contemporary or classic allure. Glam up with highly embellished pieces or improve your classic look by drawing inspiration from the new looks sported by Jessica Stam in Harper's Bazaar.


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Sexiest Short Hairstyles 2012

Are you obsessed with flirty crops? Then choose one of the sexiest short hairstyles 2012. Keep your stylist on speed dial to save yourself from a beauty meltdown.

Make sure your tresses look always glossy and healthy with the best treatments. Regular trimming sessions can also help you get rid of split ends and frizz. This season shake things up a bit with a new and nifty crop. The sexiest short hairstyles 2012 keep you updated with the latest hairdressing trends. Work with your natural texture or manipulate your locks in order to nail down an immaculately polished look. Adding layers will solve all your styling dilemmas. Let the smashing structure of your hot do scream glamor and versatility. Play with proportions and bring out the most of your face shape with a few simple beauty hints.

Keep your short haircut feminine and modern with layers and long bangs. Add volume to your tresses by using first-class cosmetic products. Discover the benefits of asymmetry and kiss goodbye to unmanageable texture with a tapered structure. Longer strands in the front section will inject a mysterious and sophisticated flare into your do. Scan these salon-perfect examples to see the many faces of a short Pixie or Bob do. Stop your locks from going plain and lifeless with regular revitalizing sessions.

Short hairstyles are not for everyone, however with the right attitude you'll be able to show a lesson to your admirers on how sexy micro-cuts can really be. Expose more of your features to attract immediate attention with your flirty and confident beauty identity. Super glossy tresses look amazing when sculpted into a chic pixie or a gamine crop. Look out for styling ideas which land you in the spotlight and strengthen your trailblazer reputation with original and outstanding looks.

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Sonam Kapoor's 9 yards of glory in Paris

Whatever Sonam Kapoor wears grabs as much headline with desi fashionistas as Lady Gaga does internationally. The young actress attended the Elie Saab couture show during Paris Fashion week on Wednesday followed by a private dinner with the designer.

Sonam lived up to her status of a fashion icon, looking picture perfect in her powder-pink net sari with an intricate white border. She teamed the Deepti Pruthi sari with a white halter blouse that had collar detailing. The stylista kept her accessories simple- pearl hoop earrings, a pearl ring and an elegant clutch.

Sonam glamourised the look with smoky eyes, hot pink lips and tied back hair in a bun.

If Frieda Pinto is India's answer to Hollywood then Sonam Kapoor may very well be India's answer to international fashion, with magazines such as The New York Times Style Magazine stating: "Elie Saab's haute couture show, presented in the Grand Palais to an audience of Bollywood stars (Sonam Kapoor, looking gorgeous in kohl- lined eyes and a pale pink jewelled sari), Oscar hopefuls (Berenice Bejo) and clients from all the global wealthy pockets" ensures that all eyes back home and abroad are firmly fixed on the young star.

Sonam completed her look with a peach Elie Saab long sleeved lace shrug that complimented her ensemble.

She is not the first actress to don an Elie Saab, even international icon Aishwarya Rai Bachchan chose to wear an Elie Saab dress with a similar shrug from the designers Spring 2011 collection when she attended the Prix de Diane Longines at Hippodrome de Chantilly in France in June last year, just before she announced her pregnancy.


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Citizens of Humanity Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook

Denim maintains its supremacy in fashion this season. With a comprehensive list of styles and outfits ideas, the Citizens of Humanity spring/summer 2012 lookbook makes the hunt for the hottest denim piece simpler and more convenient.

Denim will never go out of style and with the multitude of fabulous style choices available today it's easy to understand why. Looking for the perfect pair of jeans might be a challenging task, yet the Citizens of Humanity brand makes it easy by offering several alluring choices to choose from in its spring 2012 lookbook. Casual and effortless choices, figure flattering jeans and a mix of washes for an added diversity are all present in the latest collection.

The great diversity of styles available is a clear sign that solely focusing on the hottest fashion trends is not the main concern of the brand. If acid washed jeans have taken a back seat in the last few seasons, the brand anticipates the need for a quick and easy comeback. However, colored styles and even prints are also included in the extensive collection created by the brand in order to satisfy the consumer need for a quick update. Utilitarian urban accents can be sensed in the slim fitting flared styles while a boho chic vibe is noticeable on the loose fitting ones.

Shorts, vests, flared pants, rolled up jeans or skirts of varying lengths are the seriously chic pieces that tempt us to include them in our closets in the new season and it can be incredibly hard to resist the versatility that such pieces can add to our outfits of choice. Naturally, finding the best choices depends greatly on your body shape and the impression you are trying to create. Finding a flattering alternative should not be a problem due to the extensive styles provided by the company.

While not the main emphasis of the collection, paying attention to all the tees and the accessories included in the collection is also worthwhile since it can provide you with interesting intuitive choices to vary your look without making too many upfront investments. Pastel colored tees or striped ones, flat gladiator inspired sandals and belts are some of the alternatives used by the brand. Update your closet with high quality denim pieces that will stand the test of time and make you look fabulous every time.

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