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In Honor of Tonight’s Fashion Star Premiere, Host Louise Roe Tells InStyle All About Her First Look… Read It Here!

Mar 8, 2013 @ 5:00 pm

Tonight is the very first episode of Fashion Star, and I’m super pumped! I was so excited to get out there on the runway and begin hosting the show, and I chose a bright red gown by Black Halo for the premiere. (That’s the same designer who made me a gorgeous blush dress for the Oscars last year, and their tailoring is amazing.) I wanted to balance out the formal, structured red dress with a boho edge, so instead of classic jewels, I picked a wooden cocktail ring from BCBG, and chunky gold bangles from Le Vian. My makeup artist Rachel Wood warmed up the look with a rich brown smoky eye,  clean, gleaming skin, bronzed, contoured cheeks, and beachy waves pinned loosely to the side. Oh and my shoes! You could just catch a glimpse of the gunmetal silver cut-out patterns on my Giuseppe Zanotti heels. I’m obsessed with gunmetal this season. After seeing it on Naomi Watts, Sandra Bullock and Stacy Keibler at the Academy Awards, it’s definitely the new metallic for spring.

— Louise Roe

Tune in to NBC at see the premiere of Fashion Star at 8/7c, and follow @louiseroe on Twitter for all the up-to-the-minute updates. Plus, click “Winning Looks” below to see last season’s winning outfits! 

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Happy Birthday, Nicole Richie! 10 Reasons We Love Her

Sep 21, 2012 @ 12:12 pm
Nicole RichieTyler Golden/NBC(2); RAMEY PHOTO; Courtesy of Macy's

Nicole Richie turns 31 today! From reality star (first, on The Simple Life with then BFF Paris Hilton, and now, as a judge on Fashion Star) to fragrance creator to clothing designer (House of Harlow 1960, Winter Kate, an Impulse collection for Macy’s, and a QVC offering)—Nicole truly can do it all. On her ability to juggle multiple fashion lines, Richie told InStyle.com: “When I’m creating, I don’t try to focus too much on the differences [between the collections]. You’ll see that they’re all still very much me and my aesthetic.” And we couldn’t be happier about that. So, in honor of the multi-hyphenate’s birthday, we rounded up our 10 favorite Nicole Richie endeavors!

10 Reasons We’re Obsessed With Nicole Richie

We Want Everything from Her Macy’s Impulse Line
Her Eponymous New Fragrance Is Southern-Inspired
She Dictates Her Own Personal Style: We Love That!
She and Daughter Harlow Sport Adorable Top Knots
She Doesn’t Just Design Clothes—She Models Them
Her InStyle Pinterest Board Is Awesome. (That’s All.)
She Loves Drugstore Beauty Products Just Like Us!
She Looks Equally Amazing with Dark and Light Hair
She Somehow Found Time to Design a Jewelry Line
She’s Super-Committed to Headpieces. So, Hat’s Off!

Meghan Blalock

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Louise Roe to Replace Elle Macpherson on Fashion Star

Sep 19, 2012 @ 11:38 am

After revealing back in July that supermodel Elle Macpherson would not return to host Season 2 of NBC’s reality design show Fashion Star, the network has announced Louise Roe as The Body’s replacement. The British television host is best known as the face of BBC’s The Clothes Show as well as for her appearances on E!’s Fashion Police and MTV’s The CityMacpherson will stay on as executive producer and told Deadline she is excited to welcome Louise to the cast: “I’m really excited by our choice of Louise as host for the second season,” she said. “I think her presence will energize and surprise.” Louise will guide budding designers and their mentorsJessica Simpson, John Varvatos, and Nicole Richieas they compete for the chance to sell their clothes to buyers from mega-retailers like Saks Fifth Avenue and Macy’s. It should be an exciting season!

Plus, see the first season’s winning looks!

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Fashion Star Kicks Off Its Casting Tour: How to Apply

Jun 28, 2012 @ 12:30 pm

Fashion Star is back for round two! NBC is looking for a brand new crop of designers to star on its smash series, which is why the Fashion Star crew is hitting the road in search of the next Kara Laricks. The casting tour kicks off this Saturday, June 30th in Los Angeles before making its way to New York City, Dallas, Atlanta, San Francisco, Chicago, and Miami. Think you have what it takes to impress celebrity mentors Jessica Simpson, Nicole Richie, Elle MacPherson, and John Varvatos? Check out fashionstarcasting.com for more information and click here to apply online. Good luck!

Plus, see last season’s winning looks!

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Caitlin Petreycik

Fashion Star Season 1 Finale: See the Winner and Our Top Pick!

May 16, 2012 @ 1:20 pm
Fashion Star, Kara LaricksTyler Golden/NBC (2); Courtesy of Macy's

The season finale of Fashion Star aired last night, and Kara Laricks took home the top prize—a $6 million contract with Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, and H&M! “I very specifically remember standing on that stage and thinking nothing but ‘I’m grateful,’” Laricks told InStyle.com exclusively. “It’s been a lifelong dream to be able to create a full collection, and see people shopping it and people loving it.” While the designer showcased collections for all three retailers last night, our top pick is the sleeveless tuxedo shift dress she designed for Macy’s ($79 at macys.com). With its sleek cut and black and white color palette, it’s the perfect canvas for bold accessories. “I want people to be able to celebrate each side of their personality,” Laricks said of her designs. “I design in a way that you can take any piece and determine how you want to style it and make it comfortable for you.” Congratulations, Kara!

See the rest of the show’s winning looks in the gallery!

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Fashion Star’s Finale Airs Tonight; Picked Up for Another Season

May 15, 2012 @ 4:00 pm
Fashion Star, Nicole Richie, Elle MacPhersonJohn Russo/NBC Fashion Star

While the season finale of NBC’s Fashion Star airs tonight, it won’t be the last time it’s on TV! The show was just renewed for a second season, THR reports, which means we’ll be seeing more of mentors Jessica Simpson, Nicole Richie, and John Varvatos, as well as host Elle MacPherson. Tune in tonight at 9:30/8:30c on NBC to see who takes home the grand prize—a $6 million contract with Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and H&M. Tell us: With Ronnie Escalante, Kara Laricks, and Nzimiro Oputa still in the running, who do you think will win?

Shop Fashion Star’s winning looks!


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Fashion Star Episode 9: See the Winning Looks (And Our Top Pick)

May 9, 2012 @ 12:10 pm

The season finale of NBC’s Fashion Star is almost here! Last night, the mentors and judges had to slash six contestants to the final three. The pressure was on as each designer presented two looks, and H&MMacy’s, and Saks Fifth Avenue all walked away with new designs. But which one did we like most? Our top pick is Orly Shani’s two-tone dress, which was scooped up by Saks  ($295 at saksfifthavenue.com). “The hourglass shape is very flattering for a woman’s body,” said Saks buyer Terron E. Schaefer of why he bid $60,000 on the look. We love how the neutral colors can provide a great backdrop for standout accessories. See the rest of the night’s winners in the gallery, and tune in to see who takes home the top prize during next week’s finale episode.

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Fashion Star Episode 8: See the Winning Looks (And Our Top Pick)

May 2, 2012 @ 12:25 pm

The eighth episode of NBC’s Fashion Star aired last night, and H&MMacy’s, and Saks Fifth Avenue all walked away with new designs. But which one did we like most? Our top pick is Luciana Scarabello’s tailored silk tulip hem dress, which was scooped up by Saks. The designer showcased the design in spring-ready floral print ($325 at saksfifthavenue.com) and basic black ($295 at saksfifthavenue.com). We love the look’s cut-away neckline (no need for a necklace!) and waist-defining shirring. See the rest of the night’s winners in the gallery.

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