Fall trends at FNO

Fashionistas across the globe stepped out last night in support of what else... fashion! Now in it's fourth year, Fashion Night Out has grown to span the nation, with everyone from Saks on Fifth Ave in NY to local shopping hot spot Fashion Valley celebrating designers, trends, models and celebs! If you're wondering what is hot for fall, search no further than last night's looks... New "It' girl Jessica Chastain rocked the leather trend in a killer dress with strategic black side panels- super slimming, not that she needed it! Nikki Reed was shining bright in a gold Michael Kors dress, a hot hue for Fall. It was clear bold color isn't fading away anytime soon with Sports Illustrated beauty Kate Upton, and my personal favorite, Victoria Beckham donning fabulous aqua and tangerine frocks.

Dining Diva

Here's a sneak peek of a Riviera shoot I styled with Food Network star, Melissa D'Ariban at Seersucker. For someone who cooks and eats all day (and is a mom of 4!) she had no problem slipping into this teeny tiny DVF dress compliments of Bloomingdale's. Jean-Michele Cazabat moto booties-- key for fall--, a Kate Spade necklace and leopard cuff added the final touches on this yummy look!

Riviera's Look Who's Talking

I had the chance to style the lovely and groovy Noa Azlouay-Sclater for this month's Look Who's Talking section of Riviera. She is a total throw back to 70's cool, from her wardrobe to her home... But she didn't mind throwing on a very modern Vince Dress, Couture fur vest and Giuseppe Zanotti booties (Thank you Bloomingdale's!) for this killer shot!

It's in the Genes....

As far as the celebrity gene pool goes, there are always a handful of beauties that inherit their mamas’ style sense and rise right to the top. As Mother's Day approaches, I'd like to salute my top choices for the most stylish mother and daughter duos. First and foremost we have the ethereal and always sunny Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson. As a trailblazer in the 60’s hippie scene, Goldie Hawn took body paint to a whole new level. A true California girl, her blonde mane and bohemian look came to define an era. Her boho chic look was reborn and re-imagined by the equally bubbly and alluring Kate. Whether she is rocking a teeny-tiny sundress or a killer Stella McCartney suit, Hudson always adds a personal touch that makes the look unique and her own.

Susan Sarandon and Eva Amurri are another shinning example of genetics gone oh so right. Susan is the best example in Hollywood of aging gracefully. She knows what clothes and cuts work on her figure and always hits the mark. She and Eva share those amazing doe eyes and pretty impressive cleavage, yet they always dress on the right side of class. While Eva takes more fashion risks than her mom, she always maintains that classic look.

Rounding out my favorite fashionable moms and daughters, we have Bianca and Jade Jagger. A fixture at Studio 54, Bianca was a pro at pushing the fashion envelope. Whether riding in on a white horse, or wearing the smallest and tightest dress possible, Bianca always made a statement. Jade inherited her mom's creative flair (along with those incredible cheekbones) and designed her own jewelry line for several years before launching a lifestyle concept, Jezebel, which fuses music, clothing, and lifestyle.

This Sunday, be sure to thank your own stylish mama for doing the most important job a woman can ever have... being a mother.

Belles of the Ball

Those spectacular stairs, those fabulous frocks, the countless celebrities...There is nothing quite like the Met Costume Gala. Largely seen as one of, if not the, most fashionable red carpet of the year, looks from the event can make or break one’s reputation in the fashion world. A-listers came out in the masses to celebrate this year’s honorees, Miuccia Prada and Elsa Schiaparelli. Gold was the big color trend of the night, with Jessica Alba glowing in a one shoulder column gown by Michael Kors, Scarlett Johansson shining in curve hugging Dolce Gabbana and the evening’s co-chair, Carey Mulligan, looking radiant in sequins by Prada.

Another trend was the peplum waist as rocked so perfectly by Sofia Vergara in Marchesa, Emma Roberts in Escada, Elizabeth Banks in Mary Katrantzou and Solange Knowles in Rachel Roy.

And as a new mom myself, I just have to give a shout out to Beyonce in a peek-a-boo Givenchy Haute Couture gown. Can you believe that post-baby bod?!

Here Comes (the very well dressed) Bride...

It is the most important dress a woman will ever wear. Yes, she may only actually don the frock for 6 hours (and in my case thank goodness it was only a few hours... how long can one suck in, stand tall and look glam all at once?!) but it leaves a lasting impression and memories for a lifetime. Her family and friends will ohhh and ahhh as she sashays down the aisle and it is truly a show stopping moment! This year’s Bridal Week offered gowns that definitely delivered that wow factor and took bridal fashion to a whole new level. Vera Wang, the fairy godmother of couture wedding dresses, turned tradition on its head with her collection of gowns in deep scarlets, burgundies and plums. A bold look indeed, Wang decided it was time for the color of love to have its moment, “The symbolism of red—boldly romantic, charming, protective, grand, seductive, sexy. From dahlia to scarlet, crimson and vermilion. It’s a celebration of love.”

Another trend coming straight from the ready-to-wear runways are peplum waists. All over the Spring 2012 runways, the bridal world also took notice. Designers including Amsale and (my personal fave) Ines de Santo injected a dose of waist-defining couture into their structured gowns.

The peplum is not a silhouette to shutter at; in fact, when it comes to bridal, it's quite the opposite! The peplum is a great accent to a column style dress. If you're concerned about lumps and bumps, opt for rouching.

Whichever style you opt for, this season's perfect marriage of traditional and high fashion makes for a very happy ever after.

Best Dressed Baby...

I love to talk about ladies rocking styles that I adore and today I wanted to highlight a future fashionista. Yes, I am a bit biased as she is my daughter but I couldn't resist! You'll notice the juxtaposition of the frilly and super girly tutu with the toughness of her Mr. T onsie.... I love pairing two elements together that one might not typically think to mix and it ends up being so wrong it's right! I give you Miss Harper Grace....