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Coming Soon: Marc Jacobs Makeup

Apr 3, 2012 @ 1:25 pm

The Marc Jacobs empire is expanding! The designer announced today that he’s working with Sephora to debut a line of makeup. “The idea of choosing a color for your lip, or an eyeliner—it’s just such a delight,” the designer told WWD. And, if his runway shows are anything to go by, we’re expecting bold brow pencils and high-octane lipsticks. Although there’s no word on a launch date yet, Jacobs’s new scent, Dot, hits stores in July.

Plus, find out how to wear bright makeup!

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Macy's, Calvin Klein, Francisco CostaLarry Marano/FilmMagic; Steve Granitz/WireImage

Macy’s New Guest Designer: Calvin Klein’s Francisco Costa

Apr 3, 2012 @ 12:00 pm

Macy’s tapped Calvin Klein‘s Brazilian-born creative director Francisco Costa to design a capsule collection celebrating his home country! Shoppers can expect to see architectural crepe and jersey dresses in the label’s signature neutrals, loved by celebrities like Jaime King and Naomi Watts, as well as designs in Brazilian sunset shades like guava, clay, and cocoa. “This fresh, youthful line of dresses reflects both my roots and the modern, yet timeless spirit of Calvin Klein,” the designer said. The lineup ranges from $135 to $185 and will land at select Macy’s stores and macys.com May 15th.

Plus, see Calvin Klein’s fall 2012 collection!

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2012 ACM Awards, Miranda Lambert, Taylor Swift, Carrie UnderwoodJon Kopaloff/FilmMagic (2); AP Photo/Isaac Brekken

ACM Awards 2012: All the Fashion Details!

Apr 2, 2012 @ 10:00 am

Last night, country music’s biggest stars walked the red carpet at The Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year winner Miranda Lambert went Old Hollywood glam in a gold Randi Rahm halter, Taylor Swift accepted the Entertainer of the Year Award in a white J. Mendel dress with sexy side cut-outs, and Carrie Underwood posed in a pale lemon Abed Mahfouz gown. See their looks, as well as LeAnn Rimes, Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles, Nicole Kidman, and more in the gallery!

— Cheryl Brody Franklin

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Weekend Manicure Idea: Prabal Gurung’s Sally Hansen Nail Strips

Mar 30, 2012 @ 4:40 pm

Now you can have Prabal Gurung‘s spring collection at your fingertips—literally! The designer has teamed up with Sally Hansen to release a set of nail polish strips in two prints inspired by his spring runway show at New York Fashion Week. We love the pretty floral design, and the edgy paint splatter! The nail polish strips just hit drugstores nationwide, and are priced at $10 each. Head over to sallyhansen.com to find a location near you!

Click through our gallery to see the hottest celebrity manicures!

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Michelle Obama, Rachel RoyAP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo; BEI Images

Rachel Roy and Michelle Obama: Style Twins!

Mar 29, 2012 @ 1:45 pm

Designer and InStyle contributor Rachel Roy stopped by the opening of Valentino‘s Rodeo Drive store in her own design—a watercolor silk one-shoulder dress just seen on Michelle Obama! “I’m a big believer in one shoulder for cocktail,” Roy told InStyle.com. “It’s one of my favorite styles.” The First Lady agrees! “She looked amazing. I love when someone wears a nude tone, it elongates,” the designer said of Obama’s appearance in the dress at the Palacio do Planalto in Brazil earlier this month. Roy then added, “Her arms were beautiful.” Click through the gallery to see our favorite looks from Rachel Roy’s latest collection!


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CK One MakeupCourtesy of CK One

First Look: ck one’s Color Cosmetics!

Mar 28, 2012 @ 3:00 pm

Calvin Klein is expanding its beauty range with color cosmetics! The label is launching a nineteen-piece collection under its iconic ck one line, marking the brand’s first foray into color since its 2008 cosmetics line was discontinued. The new products, priced from $13 to $32,  boast punchy shades in sleek, minimalist packaging. The ck one color line hits Ulta stores and ulta.com exclusively on April 23rd, but you can get a sneak peek at our favorite items by clicking through the gallery! 

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Happy Oscar Anniversary, Halle Berry!

Mar 24, 2012 @ 2:00 pm

Today marks the 10th anniversary of Halle Berry‘s Oscar win for her role in Monster’s Ball! The newly-engaged actress was the first African American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, and the burgundy embroidered  Elie Saab ballgown she wore to accept her statuette remains one of the most memorable Oscars dresses of all time.  Click through the gallery to see more of the most breathtaking looks in Academy Awards history.

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Which Look Did You Like Best This Week?

Mar 23, 2012 @ 5:10 pm
Diane Kruger, Olivia Palermo, Jennifer Lawrence, Claire Danes, Katharine McPheeLarry Marano/FilmMagic; Franziska Krug/startraksphoto.com; AP Photo/Evan Agostini; FameFlynet;Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images

Our favorite outfits of the week—pulled from our Look of the Day top picks—are all about sleeveless cuts and serious embellishments. Our top picks: Diane Kruger in an embroidered Jason Wu design, Olivia Palermo in a plunging Tibi peplum gown, Jennifer Lawrence in a forest green Calvin Klein number, Claire Danes in a mixed print Giambattista Valli top and skirt, and Katharine McPhee in a turquoise boatneck Michael Kors dress. Which one is your favorite? Vote in the poll below and let us know! More

Caitlin Petreycik