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Offers a look at how celebrities in Los Angeles, California, are setting the fashion trends around the world. Popularity of the bohemian style due to celebrities such as Kate Hudson and Cameron Diaz; Report that digital technology allows photographs of celebrities to be shown around the world; Popularity of retail stores that offer both high- and low-priced fashion.

Presents photographs of elegant fall styles. Photo of a model wearing a Marc Jacobs lace blouse and tweed skirt; Stores which sell Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche suits and shoes; How accessories such as diamond brooches, corsets, and scarves lend feminine touches to styles; Consideration of the focus on luxury in the fashion industry this fall.

Discusses how the focus was on Asian designers Thakoon Panichgul, Jeffrey Chow, Derek Lam, and Peter Som at the fashion show at Manhattan's Bryant Park. How the designers infused their clothes with subtle details and ease; Consideration of how large department stores such as Barneys and Bergdorf Goodman are interested in carrying their fashions; Attractiveness of U.S. fashion schools to Asians due to the lack of fashion educational opportunities in countries such as South Korea and Japan; Influence of Asian propriety and restraint in the clothes made by designer Derek Lam, who was born in the U.S. but has lived in Hong Kong.

The article presents information on the use of white colors and hues in fashion trends for the spring of 2013. Topics include the use of leather in summer and spring women's clothing collections; the design of clothing by couture brands; and suggested outfit pairings and accessories such as fur-lined sandals.

The article offers information on design trends for wedding gowns in 2009.

This article presents a series of photographs of khaki clothing for women. Designers include Jean Paul Gaultier, Zac Posen, Brooks Brothers, Marni, Lanvin, Isaac Mizrahi, and Old Navy. Also included are shoes and accessories from designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, James Colarusso, Louis Vuitton, and Kaufman's Army & Navy.

Several photographs that show Jean Genie sexy denims with a tight new pack of 1970s retro fits are presented.

Several photographs which illustrate the season's chic clash of prints and other cotton canvas dresses are presented.

This article presents the fashion trends at Harajuku streets in Japan. The author observes the clothing of some people at Harajuku, including a girl in an electric blue latex baby-doll dress with matching jelly sandals. The streets of Harajuku is a haven for young designers and that launching point for many popular Japanese brands.

This essay is about fashion space. It defines fashion space as a palimpset of projects sedimented in time, constantly rewritten but never erased. It reflects structures of economic power, social interaction and commodification. It is both a written source and a visual representation, read like a text and decoded in cinema-like images. In fashion space, garments are designed and constructed as three-dimensional entities rather than facades.

Provides tips on how to match colors and choose dress which best fit to the season for women. Presentation of different array of patterns, details, fabrics and dresses; Price range of dresses, sandals, bracelets and others; Suggestion of open V-back cotton dress when relaxing with a friend.

Highlights spring fashion ideas for women in 2005. Recommended styles and designs; Types of fabrics; Color combinations.

Presents photographs by Diego Uchitel of models wearing fashions by Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, Donna Karan, and Rocha.

Advices women on what clothes to choose, buy and wear and what fashion trends will emerge in the fall season of 2004. Personalities exuded by fashion designs for women's autumn and winter wear; Emergence of the masculine look evident in the themes of Paris fashion shows; Hair styles and dress accessories.

This article focuses on fashion designers and their fall 2008 collections revolving around the color black. The article explains that fashion is often an indicator of economic change and uses the example of the ankle hemlines of the depressed 1930's. Furthermore, the article claims that fall's black tone is an indicator of the economy. The article also details how designers are using the color black.

The article discusses the fashion trends and fads in the U.S. It mentions that in Harvard University, students are enthusiastic of Maoism, short skirts have been updated with new length in stockings and the posting of heroes within campuses. It also mentions that the old, posed Bachrach studio shot may be becoming out fashioned due to a discotheque slide projector.

The article provides information on fashion items and accessories that can be purchased for under $100 at various stores and websites. Images are provided of jewelry, shoes and clothing. The author also provides information on who designed the item, where it can be purchased and how much it costs.

The article provides information on the latest fashion trends in the Australia for the summer season. Think bold and beautiful when choosing pieces for your summer wardrobe. This season, strong graphic prints are set to make a high-impact statement. Printed textiles are inspired by art and nature, from retro furnishings to ethnic patterns. Diane von Furstenberg loves a bright graphic on her easy-to-wear wrap dresses, while Italian label Marni goes the more bohemian, art-inspired route.

Mentions how fashion trends which feature lace are found in motion pictures such as 'Finding Neverland.' Revival of lace fashions on the runways; Views from costume designer Alexandra Byrne on the feminine and flattering nature of lace.

Mentions the popularity of animal prints among trendsetting celebrities such as Kate Moss and Gwen Stefani. Suggestion that animal prints portray a sexy and bold personality; Consideration of leopard prints on handbags, shoes, and furniture.

Mentions how luxury items have infiltrated a variety of industries including fashion and furniture design. Influence of high-end markets on the mass market; Increase in the global business for luxury-goods by 27.7 percent in the United States and 56.2 percent in Hong Kong; Difficulty associated with predicting how long the luxury boom will last; Impact of the stock market and the presidential election on luxury spending; Willingness of consumers to purchase premium products and services despite the lagging economy.

The article presents the text of a conversation among fashion designers Carolina Herrera, John Simon and John O'Sullivan of "National Review." Herrera started as a designer in 1981 when she unveiled her collections of very loose skirts and blouses. Following the negative reaction of the fashion world to her designs, she shifted to fitting designs with big sleeves. She favors the idea that U.S. designers should dress the U.S. First Lady for free because it would enable them to display what they can do.

This article discusses the author's views on feminine fashions. He stated that many of the ankle-length peasant dresses are surprisingly successful. The mid-thigh-length linen dresses are still around. He also believes that girls tend to look happier in dresses than in separates. He comments that jeans do not look or feel particularly cool.

The article presents information about graphic motifs on men's fashions for the Winter 2010-2011 season, focusing on high school stereotype inspired elements, end-of-the-world inspired patterns and colors, and items inspired by 1950s hoodlums like embroidered gang badges.

Images are presented of silhouettes of men's fashion items in categories including knitwear, woven tops, and dresses for the Winter 2010-2011 season.

Photographs are presented of trends in men's fashion including Young Americans with contrast piping, bow ties, and nerd glasses, ModsXGreasers with stovepipe denim, black leather, and pop primary colors, and Future Imperfect with pirate boots, grey denim, and deep crotch jeans.

The article presents information about graphic motifs on women's fashions for the Winter 2010-2011 season, focusing on floral accents, Art Deco opulence, and fractals.

Images are presented of silhouettes of women's fashion items in categories including knitwear, woven tops, and dresses for the Winter 2010-2011 season.

The article looks at the predicted colour direction for fashion designs of the Winter 2010-2011 season. The Gather category features utilitarian fabrics in navy blues, grays, and greens. The Construct category uses quilting, insulation, and waterproofing in colors such as pink, black, and slate gray. The Blast category suggests an explosion of colour, movement, or emotion using blacks, peachy pinks, and purple-blues. Also mentioned is the Colony, Fuse, and Drench trends.

The article offers tips on fashion from the book "Who What Wear: Celebrity and Runway Style For Real Life." It suggests building a strong wardrobe foundation and adding personal flair by mixing in current, trendy pieces. Tips on recycling older outfits are provided. A list of timeless fashion essentials is also presented.

The article discusses developments in fashion design including exhibition of the works of Gilbert & George at de Young Museum in California, Longchamp's special edition of tote bags with boho print and the launched of Banana Republic's first collection of sunglasses.

The author discusses how concepts of physical attraction change like fashion trends and how physical fitness influences designs for clothing. She notes how style trends in fitness have influenced designs for automobiles. She comments on the difference between thin models and voluptuous celebrities. She predicts cosmetic surgical enhancements will go out of style.

Examines flou--flounces, frills and ruffles--as all the rage in the current spring fashion collections. Season's trend toward ladylike dressing; Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, DKNY and other fashion lines showing flou fashions; Superfluous drapery as a sign of wealth and high rank; Nan Kempner and her thoughts on flou as a fashion trend.

The article offers information on the floral trend in fashion design for the 2012 fall season.

The article offers information on the fad for shorts in the U.S. It notes the prevalence of shorts donned as an evening wear by celebrities. It mentions the unfavorable response of people on the fashion look at its first comeout in the scene. Furthermore, photographs of several celebrities wearing shorts are presented including Becki Newton, Rumer Willis, and Stephanie March.

The article features various wedding gowns and attires showing the latest in fashion. The dresses prove that short and low backs are back. Some gowns are gleaming with gems from bodice to hem. Designers also cannot seem to get enough of feminine frills, using lace and flowing chiffon fabrics in their designs.

We all know about Vogue's importance in fashion. But have you ever considered how the sensibilities of different editions influence what comes down the runway? Here, an international Vogue typology. ARMAND LIMNANDER ANNA WINTOUR [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

An interview with Dr. Robert Rey is presented. When asked about the success of his new-launched product Shapewear, he refers to it as making it functional and affordable as well as sexy. Dr. Rey's secret is that the underwear is sewn in the exact spot where he does in a tummy tuck and uses the same mesh in plastic surgery with the fabric soaked in aloe vera and silicon. He comments that women celebrities love to wear this product which includes Celine Dion, Carmen Electra, and Denise Richards.

The author reflects on fashion trends for the spring 2007 season. She points out the role played by designer Nicolas Ghesquiè in the aggressive mood of the spring 2007 collections. She predicts that spring will be season of contrasts. She describes the futuristic theme of Ghesquière's work.

This section presents information on several products related to fashion and style. The nifty Mayfair bag from Smythson of Bond Street, complete with six interior pockets, a notebook and a silver pencil. In white, brown or green leather. Since its inception in 1946, the itsy-bitsy two-piece has made a huge fashion statement around the world. In images both sultry and amusing, "The Bikini Book," compiled by former model Kelly Killoren Bensimon, shows us how. One will want to hold on and never let go of Tito Pedrini's fabulous claw rings, made of gold and precious stones like smoky quartz, top, and onyx.

The article presents fashion designer Daniel Vosovic's style wish list. The list includes Palm Treo 650, J. Lindenberg suit, pug, Chuck Taylor All Star Specialty sneakers, his own fashion designs, Ray-Ban & Christian Dior aviator sunglasses, video iPod and Lanvin heels.

This article evaluates the style factor behind women wearing t-shirts. The author suggests that women should look for t-shirts that are fitted as opposed to borrowing a man's baggy tee. It is also suggested that women should chose t-shirts that have a creative or sophisticated flair, and the author also suggests playing with fabrics that mix well with layering.

Presents several pictures depicting the latest fashion trends donned by celebrities in the U.S.

Presents several women's clothing and dresses that feature earthly designs. African influence on a dress by Tracy Reese; Price of a silk georgette top by Matthew Williamson; Design of a wedge sandal by Valentino.

Presents photographs and collages for spring 2005 fashion trends.

Offers a look at who decides what colors will be in style for every fashion season. Report that the International Colour Authority in Great Britain sets the colors for clothing, leatherwear, textiles, paints and carpeting ahead of each season; Role of The Collector Box in New York in helping companies in fashion, makeup, jewelry and home decoration select their shades.

Mentions the popularity of the color aqua blue among fashion designers in the fall of 2004. Trend for designers such as Michael Kors and Narciso Rodriguez to feature aqua in their runways in New York City; Forecasting about the popular colors in fashion by the Color Association and Pantone Inc.; Influence of popular culture and motion pictures on colors; Process of determining the shade of teal that is appropriate for different products or clothes; Impact of technology on the influx of polyesters and dull colors in the 1970's.

The article looks at the inspiration for the revival of retro fashion design in 2003. Dubbed the Face of 1966 by Britain's Daily Express, Twiggy embodied the exuberance of the decade. With a nod to the 1960s, designer Marc Jacobs's fall 2003 show leapt into the future. His primary-bright minidresses, jumpers and coats, set off by contrasting tights, exude a playful, young vibe--just like the originals. The new mod is a chic, updated look--not a costume--so keep makeup modern with a light hand.

The author talks about various women fashion trends that have been adopted from the West. Topics covered include the adoption of runway trends such as layering and geometric prints, the emergence of monochrome with contrasting colours and the popularity of the little black dress (LBD). Also mentioned is the preference shown for exquisite lace detailing for a get-together and pencil skirts at work places.