If you’re just placing your Mother’s Day order now, you missed the deadline.  That said, our favorite online style curators offered up such unique picks this week that maybe Mom won’t mind you’re running a little behind. This cross-body bag is perfectly functional without failing to make a sartorial statement. 1.  Tryst bag on Of [...]

Okay, so Nicola Formichetti’s forthcoming new line, Formichetti, won’t be entirely solar-powered per se, but the designer plans to incorporate the use of such technology so that the clothing could, say, charge a wearer’s cell phone.  Hm, we seem to have heard of that before.  That said, this is definitely the first we’re learning of [...]

Let’s go from top to bottom — this week’s best releases from our favorite online style curators comprise one perfect warm weather outfit.  From dots to architectural details, the key to the complete look is pale hues in an array of lovely colors. Rachel Rose’s one-size-fits-most top is made in New York City. 1.  Isabella [...]

Our top online style curators all brought out the best statement jewelry they could find this week — and surprise, with spring finally setting in, the prettiest pieces all seemed to be inspired by the natural world.  From flower charms to sustainable coral pieces, these looks are both inspired by and crafted from the great [...]

Preceded by brands like Uniqueness and emerging e-commerce like Moda Operandi, Australian Fashion Week is getting on the instant-availability bandwagon.  When the Sydney fashion fest opens this month, three of the labels showing there will be offering parts of their new collections immediately over e-commerce. It’s obviously faster than the normal 5 month show-to-store turnaround, [...]

The first big piece of Tom Ford news is that the now-elusive designer has — finally! — revealed his entire Fall 2012 collection.  The other Tom Ford news of the week, quieter but more significant, is that he’s signed on with the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network to take a stand against the use [...]

A look at a sample BFB designer page. Model-turned-entrepreneur Kassondra Dyebo just launched Boutique Fashion Brokers, or BFB, in an effort to take the expensive, global fashion trade show industry wholly into the digital realm.  By providing a virtual platform for every aspect of the buying process, from showing lookbooks and press to tracking sales, [...]

As online start-ups that offer a blend of shopping and social media continue to proliferate, OpenSky stands out as one to watch.  An expert- and celebrity-driven site that allows users to connect with those in the know, on topics ranging from food and health to style and design, OpenSky seeks to offer product tips, recommendations, [...]

Well, Valentine’s Day is long behind us, and there are no more three-day weekends in sight for a bit.  Let’s just get through the rest of winter doldrums in style, shall we?  Luckily our favorite fashionable curation sites made that extra easy this week. This parka also has a hidden folding hood for inclement weather. [...]

The man himself explains how The Board will work. After his Fall 2012 show yesterday, Oscar de la Renta introduced “The Board,” a creative new concept to get your input on his design process.  Anyone can join the online pinboard to post aesthetic ideas they think would suit the label.   The haute fashion house’s [...]