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Trend Report: Butterflies

Shameless actress Emmy Rossum attended a press event in a butterfly print frock by Lyn Devon.

From pretty printed dresses to hair accessories, we love wearing butterflies this time of year--they're lovely and sweet, and add a dose of girliness to an ensemble. Here, ten of the most fetching butterfly looks we've seen. --Angel

1.Gold Medal Butterfly Side Headband, $28   2.Lipstick Queen Butterfly Ball Shimmer Treatment Lipstick, $20   3.Lancôme Paris Butterflies Fever Eyeshadow, $40   4.Kate Spade New York 'Gina' Platform Pump, $350   5.Anuschka Henna Butterfly Clutch, $82   6.Jessica Simpson Butterfly Maxi Dress, $120   7.Betsey Johnson Butterfly Chiffon Dress, $398   8.Vava Lavender Butterfly Dress, $174   9.Cara Accessories 'Critters' Butterfly Crystal Stretch Ring, $68   10.Torrid Butterfly Pendant, $12.50

Garden Party

If there is one trend that defines the season it is flower power. Whether your look is bohemian, glamorous, or romantic you'll find a floral print, applique, or other garden-inspired design that suits you. Here are ten finds we fell for. --Angel

1.Songstress Taylor Swift in a floral print D&G frock.   2.Nanette Lepore 'Daphne' Floral Print Maxi Dress, $598   3.Thin Satin Floral Headband, $4   4.Luciano Padovan Floral Patent Peep Toe Pump, $340   5.Apt. 9® Chiffon Floral Hair Clip, $6   6.Sasha Beaded Clutch, $30   7.A.B.S. by Allen Schwartz Flamingo Floral Print Halter Dress, $273   8.Lulu Guiness Floral Leather Clutch, $509   9.Lipsy Floral Tiered One Shoulder Dress, $83   10.Actress Thandie Newton in a floral print peasant dress.

Longoria in Lhuillier

Desperate Housewives actress Eva Longoria attended the MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund) Gala in Washington D.C., looking lovely in a sage-colored lace cocktail dress designed by FIDM Alumna Monique Lhuillier. We love the look and so did InStyle--the star was the mag's Look of the Day. --Angel

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2011 CFDA Awards

The Council of Fashion Designers of America held its annual awards ceremony last week (essentially the Oscars of fashion) and all of our favorite designers and famous faces were present. Here are just a few of the looks that caught our eyes. --Angel

Liv Tyler in Proenza Schouler with the labels designers, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez.

 

Chloe Sevigny in Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony.

 

Sisters Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, both in The Row.

 

Doutzen Kroes in J. Mendel.

 

Kirsten Dunst in Patrik Ervell.

 

Karlie Kloss in Jason Wu with the designer.

 

Chanel Iman and Lubov Azria, both in BCBG Max Azria.

 

Liya Kebede in Derek Lam.

 

Joy Bryant and Rachel Roy in the designer's label.

 

Prabal Kurung and Alessandra Ambrosio in a gown by the designer.

 

Kerry Washington in Calvin Klein.

 

Amber Heard in Cynthia Rowley.

 

Karolina Kurkova in Diane von Furstenberg.

 

Marchesa designers Keren Craig and Georgina Chapman, both in Marchesa.

Trend Report: Long-Sleeve LBDs

Kerry Washington chose a long-sleeve Valentino LBD for an event in New York.

When it comes to LBDs, we're used to seeing stars in strapless and sleeveless styles, and sometimes even a cap-sleeve. Long sleeves just don't seem to get much love...until now. We've taken note of just how fetching they are. --Angel

1.Alloy 'Giovanna' Puff Sleeve Dress, $19.99   2.Asos Pleated Shift Dress, $69   3.Boulee 'Renee' Dress, $218   4.Donna Karan Long-Sleeve Cowlneck Dress, $1,095   5.Alexander McQueen Tuxedo Dress, $2,640   6.Single Sequined Long Sleeve Dress, $150   7.Halston Heritage Sequin-Embellished Dress, $197.50   8.Max Studio Knit Ruffle Long Sleeve Dress, $58   9.Jean Paul Gaultier Lace Inset Dress, $495   10.Guess by Marciano 'Suzie' Lace Dress, $218

Celebrity Style Inspiration: Floor-Sweeping Gowns

From movie premieres to awards shows to film festivals and even an appearance at Buckingham Palace, this past week we've seen some of our favorite famous faces in ultra-glamorous, floor-sweeping gowns in an array of fabulous colors. --Angel

First Lady Michelle Obama dined at Buckingham Palace in an elegant white Tom Ford gown, accessorized with opera gloves.

 

Actress Angelina Jolie hit the red carpet of the Los Angeles premiere of The Tree of Life in a poppy-hued chiffon Jenny Packham design.

 

The Tree of Life actress Jessica Chastain also attended the film's L.A. premiere, wearing a teal, mermaid gown from Roland Mouret.

 

Eva Mendes arrived at the Young Hollywood Awards in a cocoa-colored, belted Lanvin number.

 

Katie Holmes chose a bright fuschia ensemble for the Drama Desk Awards.

 

Songbird Taylor Swift was a big winner at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards in a sequined Elie Saab gown.

 

Cannes Film Festival's Best Actress Kirsten Dunst was stunning in beaded Chanel.

Red Carpet Inspiration: 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival

The stars may have flocked to France to see what's new in film, but our eyes were glued to what they were wearing. Get inspired for your next special occasion with fetching looks from the 64th Annual Cannes Film Festival. --Angel

For the premiere of Sleeping Beauty, Rachel McAdams chose a gorgeous embellished bustier top and matching wide-leg trousers by FIDM Alumna Monique Lhuillier.

 

Bryce Dallas Howard dazzled in an empire waist Reem Acra design for the Sleeping Beauty premiere.

 

Diane Kruger made a shining appearance in Calvin Klein Collection for the premiere of Sleeping Beauty.

 

Also at the Sleeping Beauty premiere, Emily Browning walked the red carpet in an embroidered Valentino gown.

 

Salma Hayek looked lovely in Gucci leather for the Puss in Boots photo call.

 

Uma Thurman, a jury member for the festival, attended the opening ceremony in a feather bedecked, white Versace gown.

 

Sarah Jessica Parker also chose white, a floor-sweeping Dolce & Gabbana, for a Weinstein Company press event.

 

Rachel McAdams turned heads in a red silk organza dress from the Marchesa Fall 2011 line for the premiere of Midnight in Paris.

 

Penelope Cruz looked stunning in a pale, romantic Marchesa gown for the premiere of her film Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

 

Vanessa Hudgens partied in an eye-catching gold dress by Roberto Cavalli.

 

SJP chose a colorful, printed gown from the Elie Saab Fall 2011 collection for the premiere of Wu Xia.

 

For the premiere of The Tree of Life, Gwen Stefani accessorized a black sequined Stella McCartney jumpsuit with a Roger Vivier clutch and her hot hubby Gavin Rossdale.

 

Also at the premiere of The Tree of Life, Zoe Saldana looked lovely in a striped, silk organza bustier dress from Giorgio Armani.

 

Angelina Jolie chose chocolate brown Atelier Versace for the premiere of The Tree of Life.

Trend Report: Black and White Dresses

Glee actress Lea Michele attended a screening for the show in a black and white Versace dress from the label's Fall 2011 collection.

From romantic florals to bold graphics, black and white dresses are a huge trend this year for the spring and fall seasons. Accessorize with vibrant pops of color or stick with the black and white palette--you really can't go wrong with this winning color combo. --Angel

1.BCBGMAXAZRIA Gia Striped Dress, $498   2.Charlotte Russe Embroidered Chiffon Tube Dress, $36.50   3.Theory Caliana Flower Blossom Dress, $345   4.Overwhelmed Aster Dress, $188   5.Max & Cleo One Shoulder Charmeuse Dress, $168   6.Pool to Party Arizona Dress, $90   7.Issa Silk-Crepe One Shoulder Dress, $660   8.Redux Charles Chang-Lima Strapless Draped Rosette Gown, $3,300   9.Zebra on the Zip Line Strapless Dress, $70   10.Nicole Miller Plunging Halter Gown, $650

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2011 Met Gala pt. II

More exquisite looks from the Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala. --Angel

 

Songbird Alicia Keys donned head to toe chocolate brown by Givenchy.

 

Dakota Fanning looked perfect for spring in a tulle Valentino gown embellished with fabric flowers.

 

Fanning's younger sister, Elle also chose Valentino for the evening--a lace top with short black skirt and black bolero.

 

Tennis pro Serena Williams showed up in a frothy Oscar de la Renta gown and, taking a cue from all the extraordinary hats at the Royal Wedding, a Philip Treacy hat.

 

Glee actress Dianna Agron chose a crimson colored Michael Kors number for the evening.

 

Singer Fergie accessorized her embellished Marchesa gown with a diamond headpiece.

 

Model Jessica Stam celebrated the evening in a ballerina-inspired blush dress by Tommy Hilfiger.

 

Rosario Dawson shimmered in a long-sleeved,sequined Diane von Furstenberg column dress.

 

Eva Mendes made a stunning statement in a pleated cobalt gown by Stella McCartney.

 

Christina Ricci chose a dramatic webbed gown from Zac Posen.

 

The diminutive Kristen Bell looked statuesque in a Grecian-inspired gown by Tory Burch.

 

Kerry Washington accessorized a mint green Escada gown with a bright pink lip.

 

Michelle Monaghan added a pop of color to the red carpet in a bubblegum pink gown from Derek Lam.

 

Supermodel Naomi Campbell paid tribute to Alexander McQueen by donning a piece from the designer's couture collection.

 

Model Karen Elson also honored McQueen by wearing an embroidered chiffon dress from his 2004 collection.

Red Carpet Inspiration: 2011 Met Gala Pt. I

Considered the biggest night in fashion (it's actually dubbed the Oscars of fashion), The Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala was held last night. Designers and Hollywood A-listers showed up in their best clothes to celebrate the opening of the latest style exhibit, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty. Here's a look at some of the most glamorous starlets. --Angel

Country crooner Taylor Swift, who came Gilles Mendel, wore one of the designer's gowns.

 

Designer Donna Karan created a one-of-a-kind blush tulle gown with sequined embroidery for Twilight actress Ashley Greene.

 

Thandie Newton added edge to her lace trimmed Stella McCartney halter with heavily-lined eyes.

 

Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker honored Alexander McQueen in a crystal embellished design from his Fall 2005 collection.

 

People's Most Beautiful Woman in the World, Jennifer Lopez chose a scarlet Gucci gown and accessories.

 

Nicole Richie channeled Old Hollywood in a vintage white gown and jewelry from her own House of Harlow 1960 line.

 

Ashley Olsen donned a dramatic vintage Dior with billowing sleeves and an up-to-there slit.

 

Blake Lively showed up with Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld wearing a couture dress from the design house.

 

Twilight star Kristen Stewart wore an embroidered Proenza Schouler silk dress.

 

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow glittered from head to toe in Stella McCartney.

 

Model Gisele Bundchen celebrated the evening in a fin tail gown by Alexander McQueen.

 

Miranda Kerr looked sweet in a ballerina design by Marchesa.

 

Salma Hayek chose a couture blush-tone organza dress by the late Alexander McQueen.

 

Penelope Cruz was stunning in a tiered silk organza, chiffon, and tulle Oscar de la Renta gown.

 

Zoe Saldana celebrated in a pale yellow column dress from Calvin Klein Collection.

 

Liv Tyler showed up in a Givenchy gown (she's the face of the label) with quilted appliques and an ostrich feather hem.

 

Diane Kruger was the picture of elegance in a black skirt and chantilly lace top from Jason Wu.

 

Beyonce Knowles was fitted in a custom black mermaid design by Emilio Pucci.