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Runway Looks We Love: Christian Dior

Sep 29, 2012 @ 5:30 pm

Raf Simons’ eagerly-anticipated debut ready-to-wear collection for Christian Dior was a modern take on classic Parisian style. Drawing on some of the iconic silhouettes of the house of Dior, the designer modernized the overall look by adding bold details like neon hues and iridescent fabrics. Dresses in a variety of shapes and colors offered fresh options for work and weekend while classic ball-gown skirts were cut to reveal irresistibly bright metallic pumps. Equally chic were the ultra-wearable bags—ladylike for day, and sleek for evening. Check out our favorite looks in the gallery!

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— Violet Gaynor

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Designer Items We’re Obsessed With This Week

Sep 29, 2012 @ 4:00 pm

What are the InStyle editors lusting after? From shoes and bags to clothes and jewelry, see what Randy Miller, an editor in our fashion department, and contributing fine jewelry editor Marion Fasel, picked as the best of the best for our “We’re Obsessed” list, including these metallic Maison Martin Margiela boots, Vivienne Tam necklace, and Valextra beauty case. Click through the gallery to see all of the editor’s favorites this week—if money was no object, of course.

See our designer obsessions!

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Most Popular Hairstyle of the Week: Kirsten Dunst’s Side-Swept Long Layers

Sep 29, 2012 @ 2:30 pm

Wow! 18,352 of you tried on Kirsten Dunst‘s side-swept layered bob this week, making her mane this week’s top pick in our Hollywood Makeover Tool! Want to see how this or other Kirsten coifs look on you? Head over to the Tool for an instant makeover! And don’t forget to share your new look on Facebook and Twitter—your friends and followers will love it.

Try on Kirsten Dunst’s ‘dos below!

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Meghan Blalock

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Emily VanCamp’s Emmys Dress Was Your Top Pinterest Pick This Week!

Sep 29, 2012 @ 1:00 pm

Though Julianne Moore was our best dressed Emmys pick, it seems a lot of you had another actress in mind! When Emily VanCamp stepped out at the Nokia Theatre, InStyle‘s Pinterest followers took notice of the Revenge actress’ flowing J. Mendel gown and repinned it more times than any other photo this week. Cast your vote for VanCamp or one of our other red carpet ladies, and tell us what else you’re loving by repinning, liking, or commenting on any of our 62 stylish boards at pinterest.com/instylemag or by clicking the link below.

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Randy Miller

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SCAD and The Limited’s Jewelry Collection: Shop It Now!

Sep 29, 2012 @ 11:00 am

Your weekend shopping just got a little more academic! The Limited has revealed its second jewelry collaboration with the Savannah College of Art and Design. Nine students from the school created a total of 26 designs for the capsule collection, which ranges in price from $23 to $50, and is shoppable here! The Limited’s CEO, Linda Heasley, said in a statement that the partnership emerged “to give students priceless, real-life experience in the fashion industry and ultimately provide our customers with the cutting-edge designs they’ve come to expect from The Limited.” One of the participating designers, Jewelry and Objects major Emily Morrow, said “it is absolutely surreal to have my designs manufactured. But in reality, it was a true collaboration of professors, students, and The Limited jewelry team all helping to create the final designs.” We especially love the scripted scroll cuff ($35), the half moon ombré necklace ($47), and the encased lace drop earrings ($25).

Plus, see more news about The Limited!

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InStyle on Instagram: Our Favorite Photos This Week

Sep 29, 2012 @ 9:00 am

Talk about a busy week! Before heading to the Emmys, we caught up with Downton Abbey‘s nominated star Michelle Dockery, then recuperated from the award show excitement with accessory-themed cupcakes and a lesson in sexy from Sofia Vergara at her Kmart event. Check out these and more of this week’s best photos in the gallery, and come back every Saturday for all of our favorite shots.

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8 Great Weekend Conversation Starters

Sep 28, 2012 @ 6:00 pm
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Heading out this weekend? Get your small talk inspiration from some of the week’s biggest stories!

1. Can we get any more fierce rocker ladies up in here? No, because Pink’s album debuted at number one and Gwen Stefani’s No Doubt released their first album in 11 years, thankyouverymuch.
2. Pass the Pampers—Reese Witherspoon and Sarah Michelle Gellar both had baby boys!
3. Soooo, this is what it means to look sexy on screen, skivvy-style.
4. The CW is obsessed with the Olympics. We said it!
5. The most expensive dress in the world is worth almost $6 million. Totally getting it.
6. Oh, hey there, Sean! New Bachelor, eh? *wink*
7. Milan Fashion Week came and went—here is everything you need to know!
8. It feels like forever ago by now, but on Sunday, everyone went nuts for the Emmy Awards. Including us!

Who Do You Think Looked Best This Week? Vote Here!

Sep 28, 2012 @ 5:37 pm
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Our favorite outfits of this week—pulled from our Look of the Day top picks—spanned from gorgeous gowns in vibrant hues to quirky cocktail party looks. Our top five this week are: Julianne Moore in a yellow Dior Haute Couture design and Fred Leighton diamonds, Jessica Chastain‘s embellished Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress, Penelope Cruz‘s vintage Gianni Versace gown, Emma Watson‘s black Dior ensemble, and Jennifer Garner‘s scarlet Gucci column dress and Pomellato jewels. Which one is your favorite? Vote in the poll below! More

Meghan Blalock