No matter which way it’s sliced, (slashed and or shredded for that matter), cutout garments are stealing the style spotlight. Perhaps it’s the feeling of being slightly provocative without being overly risqué that makes cutouts a trend almost anyone can comfortably wear. Cutouts or often referred to as cutaway styles can be found in anything from tops, dresses, and even a few bottoms.
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DKNYC DKNYC has a great Cold Shoulder Top with split sleeves and cut-out shoulders for a sexy but still flirty look. Free People’s Cutout Menswear Dress may be a menswear inspired dress but nothing about it is short of feminine. The dress features detailed cutout designs in a satin dress with front snap closure and ruching. BCBGeneration always offers trend-setting pieces like their Cutout Sleeve Dress, available in Galaxy Blue. This dress is constructed with cutout sleeves as well as a sexy v-neck—as if bearing arms wasn’t sexy enough.

If you’re willing to invest in a designer piece, Moschino has an elegant long sleeve silk dress with draping fabric and cutouts or “keyholes” circling the neck. Detailing each keyhole are faux pearls lined around the edges. The cutaway dress also has an empire waist and elasticized ends on each sleeve.

Should you feel extra daring, LnA’s newest item, the Ripped Zipper Leggings in cotton jersey are just the thing for you. They feature ankle zippers and deep slashes on the front legs for the ultimate rock glam look.

It’s fine to extend your cutout style down to your toes with cutout booties, this popular style continues to stay strong. However, make sure you keep your shredded apparel to a minimum and only wear one sliced item at a time, you want to look trendy but not like you just survived a cat fight.

Ripped Zipper Leggings

The latest and hottest celebrity hook-up is a meeting of the Taylors – Swift and Lautner, that is. The New Moon heartthrob and the award-winning songstress have been seen out and about, most recently at a Hockey game in Los Angeles’ Staples Center. Swift, 19, picked Lautner,17, up from LAX before heading to a hotel and then out to the game. The couple are co-starring in the movie Valentine’s Day. Rumors about their romantic status have been swirling since Swift gave him a very public hug during one of her concerts.

Newlyweds Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom recently inked their required pre-nup and decided to celebrate with ink of a whole other kind. Khloe recently showed off her “L” tattoo at the bottom of her thumb – and Lamar’s matching “K” one. Nothing says “class” like matching tattoos and a hard-fought pre-nup. The pre-nup clearly provides for the marriage’s inevitable demise, down to the last penny. Don’t they know tattoos are permanent?

Jude Law‘s latest baby mama has come forward in an interview with Hello! Magazine, seeming far less bitter than one might expect. Florida resident Samantha Burke, 25, showed off month-old daughter Sophia and shared her belief that the baby girl looks a lot like her father. According to Burke, the serial womanizer is currently starring in Hamlet on Broadway and has yet to meet his new daughter or even send a gift. Despite this, Burke believes Law will “be a wonderful father.” Denial, maybe?

This Fall, the handbag department is touting a lineup of rocker chic-inspired collections that feature oversized studs, gleaming silver and gold buttons, and chain handles galore. If you’ve always had a little bit of a rocker-girl style in you, this is the season to show it off! Some of the leading handbags of the season are designed with an edgy look with oversized hardware and darker colors for that tough-girl look you crave. From chain-handled shoulder bags to studded hobos, here are some of the leading looks in handbags for Fall:

1. Gunmetal hobos and satchels. While black is still a top pick for handbags this season, gunmetal silver and pewter shades reign the runways this year and are a great match for your rocker look. Look for charcoal, dark silver and pewter handbags and clutches that will accent any outfit with a fresh and sassy look.

2. Studs galore. From the miniature clutch to the oversized hobo , studs are cropping up on every piece of arm candy you can find. Look for matte silver and gleaming gold studs that look like they’ve been pulled right off a motorcycle jacket.

3. Chain handle shoulder bags. If you’re looking for a versatile bag to last you through the season, stick with the classic shoulder bag embellished with chain handle accents. Chain handles are a top trend in handbags this Fall, and your best bet is the oversized chain style that becomes the focal point of the bag. Not only are these handles super-sturdy (yes, you can tote your heels, wallet and a few books without worrying about breakage), but they will give you that edgy, rocker-inspired look you crave.

4. Coil accents. Coils, oversized metal hardware and rings are some of the embellishments you’ll find on the tough-girl bags this season. Look for crossbody bags and satchels accentuated with these details for a fresh and fun look.

5. Extra zippers. Zippers serve a dual purpose on hobos and satchels this season, and you’ll find a number of bags with lines of zippers as part of the design. They’re just another way to show off your rocker-chic look for the season.

Fall is finally here, which means cooler temperatures may be leaving your skin drier than usual and in need of some moisture-rich beauty products. In addition to making sure your daily skin routine is up to par, you’ll need to revive your skin after the long summer with some facial masks, nourishing scrubs and a slew of other products that will keep you glowing.

The first step to flawless skin this season is investing in a high-quality moisturizer . Look for facial creams and moisturizers that are free of chemicals and the type that are non-comedogenic so your pores don’t get clogged easily. You’ll need to apply moisturizer right after your cleansing and toning routine day and night, and your skin may benefit from a thicker, emollient-rich version from your favorite brand at night.

Another way to get flawless skin this Fall is to use a light, mineral makeup foundation instead of the heavier liquid variety. Mineral makeup can give you that flawless, camera-ready finish you crave without looking overly done. Look for mineral foundation that can be layered with a mineral bronzer to enjoy a healthy glow all season long.

If you want to keep your makeup looking clean and fresh this season, stick with the bronze, deep red and pink tones in lipsticks and eyeshadow this season. These are among the leading makeup palette colors for Fall 2009, and can help you create a natural, buff look for casual days and everyday use. If it’s time to take things up a notch for a special event, get your flawless look with the help of a cream concealer under the eyes and pressed foundation on the face and neck. This combination will give you a smooth, mattifying look for the season.

Finally, make sure to modify your skin cleansing and exfoliation routine to accommodate for the change of seasons. Cooler temperatures mean you may need to exfoliate with a moisture-infusing scrub a couple of times a week so that your skin is free of dead skin cells and flakiness. If your cleanser seems to dry out your skin, look for a milder version or one designed for sensitive skin to avoid excessive dryness for the season.

British songster Leona Lewis hasn’t let fame change her – and she staunchly sticks by the people who have been with her from the start. In a new interview, Lewis, 24, addresses the fact that she is still with her boyfriend of seven years, Lou Al-Chamaa. Lewis says some people think you should ditch the people you knew before when you find fame, and she doesn’t agree with that. “For people to think that you should leave someone because, all of a sudden, you’re a singer and you have opportunities. I feel sorry for them.” Lewis has also kept her residence in the “gritty” Hackney area of London.

There’s been another Trump wedding, only this time, it’s not Donald Trump playing the groom. Ivanka Trump, daughter of Donald Trump and his ex-wife Ivana, married publisher and executive Jared Kushner in a lavish Jewish ceremony at Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey last weekend. Though both bride and groom are under 30, they’re already a power couple. Ivanka hosts Celebrity Apprentice, has her own fine jewelry line and is vice president of Donald Trump’s real estate division. Kushner, 28, is publisher of the New York Observer and an executive at his family’s company. Hopefully, Ivanka will have more luck with marriage than her father has thus far.

More than four months after the death of their father, Michael Jackson‘s kids are still trying to adjust. LaToya Jackson recently opened up about how the kids are doing, and how each of them are trying to cope in their own way. Blanket, age 7, is “just a very sad, shy little boy. He cries.” Meanwhile, his older sister Paris, 11, “thinks and writes about her father all the time.” But it’s the eldest boy, Prince, 12, who has LaToya most concerned. “Prince just doesn’t want to speak about it. I do worry about him very much”. According to LaToya, all three children are currently in therapy to help them cope.

Myra is back with a new pair of boots, and these boots are made for Rockin (Several different ways that is ! ) . Myra has been with Zappos for a little over a year, and she, along with the entire Juniors team have helped us to bring the Juniors Fashion Portfolio to the next level. Great job to Myra, and the rest of the Juniors Fashion Team!

One of the secrets of expanding a small wardrobe is to make sure that each piece you buy can be worn with something you already have. Let’s look at Zappos.com for three easy pieces, and then think about how you can wear each one with something already in your closet.

Everyone needs a good pair of trousers , and these “Jackie” wide leg pants from Liz Claiborne do the trick. They’re denim with a classic cut and style. The flat waistband sits at the natural waist, and the hems of those wide legs are cuffed. These are classic pants you can dress up or down, and wear with almost anything.

The second piece of this outfit is this stylish scoop-line top from MICHAEL at Michael Kors. It has a flowing design to make it comfortable, and that scoop neckline is dressed up with little round studs. Its vivid red coloring is the perfect complement to the dark pants.

Finally, layer the top with another Liz Claiborne piece; this stretch denim peacoat is all about style, with a double breasted three-button front, pointed collar, and welt pockets. The cuffs have a button accent, and the jacket has a back vent for ease of movement.

Put the pieces together, and you’ve got a great outfit. But look at them separately and see what else they can do. The pants can dress down with a colorful tee, or dress up a bit with a long-sleeved shirt (think Tommy Bahama or BCBGirls) left out or tucked in. You can top the shirt with a cardigan when cooler temperatures arrive.

The peacoat, in navy denim, is a neutral that can top almost anything in your closet. If you have a sheath dress (look at the ones from Hype for ideas), top it with the jacket before you put it away for fall, and keep wearing the summer dress through the next season. Finally, the Michael Kors top would be perfect over white pants or capris for a bright summer look.

Now you’ve got three easy pieces and four stylish looks. Does life get any better?

Boots, Boots ,Boots! Tis the Season for wearing footwear that not only looks amazing and allows several ways to wear, but also keeps you warm. Jenn and Alana, Fashion buyers in our footwear division cover several styles that can be worn with a variety of outfits. From the Slouch, Peep toe, over the knee and the bootie, you’re bound to find at least one that fits you!