Just before New York Fashion Week, Pantone released its forecast for Fall 2014, citing “Radiant Orchid,” “Mauve Mist” and “Aurora Red” as some of the top hits. Well, yup. From ball gowns to the avant-garde, designers have kept their hues in check this season, using a pretty strikingly clear palette from which to create. Here are some of the standouts, Pantone-approved or otherwise: TangerineUsed by: Narciso Rodriguez on structural cocoon coats, MM6 Maison Martin Margiela on chunky knits and met

H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB is proud to announce that it will open its first store in India. The first store will be a flagship, and is planned to open in 2014. The introduction of H&M to India will be the latest in a series of important openings. In 2014, H&M will open its first store in the Philippines and Australia, showing H&M’s commitment to providing fashion and quality at the best price. “We are very excited to open our first store in India. It is one of the most

Free Energy–Much like the collection, Celine’s spring-summer 2014 campaign is a juxtaposition of frenetic energy and cool composure. With the help of choreographer Stephen Galloway, models Daria Werbowy (who also appeared in several previous ads for the brand), Julia Nobis, Amanda Murphy and Binx Walton pose for Juergen Teller in the label’s artful prints and modern silhouettes styled by Camilla Nickerson. Source: Fashion Gone Rogue.

Photography by Peter Stigter You’ve heard of the Day of the Dead. Well, yesterday was the Day of the Debs at New York Fashion Week. Bright and early, my day began with a preview of the upcoming Charles James exhibit at the newly named Metropolitan Museum of Art Anna Wintour Centre (née Costume Institute) and model/actress/daughter of Isabella Rossellini Elettra Wiedemann modeling one of his original society swan designs. Then, it was onto Chanel HQ for a viewing of Karl’s latest collection of

Designer MICHELLE SALINS has recently launched her Spring Summer'14 collection. The collection is extremely young, vibrant and fun and has a perfect combination of night and day wear. Inspired by the clear blue Californian skies and sandy white beaches with a modern take on the classic hand crafted porcelain motifs, Michelle's designs are an ode to the sleek and chic style of California. The collection comprises of day and evening dresses with fitted and flared silhouettes, printed sheat

As a die-hard boot person, I am completely ecstatic to see that not only are boots going strong for fall 2014, they're also cooler, edgier, and, dare I say, more alternative than seasons past. I can't wait to try out these innovative mash-ups of classic and futuristic elements, compelling color play, and inspired shapes and design. Let's take a look at the Fashion Week runways: Nikki's already drooling over all those must-own accessories by Alexander Wang for fall, but I just have to brin

Gisele for Colcci–Supermodel Gisele Bundchen has landed a new campaign, this time for the fall-winter 2014 advertisements from Colcci Brazil. The blonde bombshell poses for Giampaolo Sgura (who recently photographed her for a Vogue Brazil cover) wearing short skirts and sporty shapes. Gisele previously posed for the Colcci brand in 2010, but you can see a first look at the new advertisements below. Source: Fashion Gone Rogue.

Hogan in Venice–Italian luxury sportswear brand Hogan enlists French model Constance Jablonski for its spring-summer 2014 campaign. The face of Estee Lauder is joined by actor and star of the upcoming “50 Shades of Grey” movie adaptation, Jamie Dornan, in a series of relaxed images photographed by Alasdair McLellan. The blonde beauty poses against the picturesque background of Venice, Italy, for the new advertisements. Source: Fashion Gone Rogue.

Tommy Goes to Malibu–Inspired by the runway show, Tommy Hilfiger’s spring/summer 2014 campaign heads to the beach with a cast of top models photographed on location in Malibu by Craig McDean. With creative direction by Trey Laird of Laird + Partners, the advertisements feature Toni Garrn, Julia Hafstrom, Jac Jagaciak, Tian Yi, Cora Emmanuel, Lea Sorenson, Chloe Blackshire and two basset hounds. See the spring 2014 runway show from Tommy Hilfiger to view more looks from the collection.

Do you know that transitional period between seasons when it's not quite winter (buh-bye, snow boots!) and it's definitely not spring yet (cold toes!) but you want to break out that spring gear anyhow? Well, that's when I turn to the most ladylike shoe of all: the slingback! Closed in the front with a little ankle action in the back, the style works with dresses, skirts, and, yes, cropped pants like Sarah Jessica Parkerabove! Flat-, mid-, or high-heel heights are all acceptable. Here are some of