IT-GIRL STREET STYLE: DRESSES FOR EVERY OCCASSION

How to wear the closet mainstay here, there and everywhere.

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In a season where separates rule, take a break from denim and knitwear to give the dress a chance. Whether you're commanding attention in the office or escaping for a little R&R, the right frock can work for any occasion. Here, a guide for wearing the feminine piece for every happening on your calendar.  

Off To Brunch

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Winterize a floral frock with a touch of shearling and suede à la Poppy Delevingne. Give the look an oh-so-cool finish '70s-inspired round sunnies. 

Sonia Rykiel coat, $5,270, shopBAZAAR.com; Maiyet dress, $950, shopBAZAAR.com;Proenza Schouler top, $890, shopBAZAAR.com; Gianvito Rossi boot, $950,shopBAZAAR.com; Karen Walker sunglasses, $300, shopBAZAAR.com. 

Jet Set Style

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Make like Kendall Jenner and keep it cozy in a sweater dress and of-the-moment sneaker feet. A sleek ponytail is ideal for a day of travel. Wheels up. 

Marni coat, $2,610, shopBAZAAR.com; DKNY dress, $224, shopBAZAAR.com; Aurelie Bidermann earrings, $790, shopBAZAAR.com; Jil Sander tote, $1,210,shopBAZAAR.com; Common Projects sneakers, $410,shopBAZAAR.com; Smoke & Mirrors sunglasses, $295, shopBAZAAR.com. 

Vacation  Mode 

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Anna Dello Russo gets a jumpstart on Spring's brightest pieces for an escape to sunnier skies. Take a more-is-more approach to color because, it's vacation after all. 

Peter Pilotto dress, $1,255, shopBAZAAR.com; Lanvin necklace, $685,shopBAZAAR.com; Oliver Peoples sunglasses, shopBAZAAR.com; Dolce & Gabbana bag, $2,495, shopBAZAAR.com; Ancient Greek Sandals shoes, $340,shopBAZAAR.com.

Corner Office

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Be the best-dressed one by the water cooler in a crisp collared sheath and smart accessories, as seen on Lily Collins. Dainty jewels and a sleek carryall create a look you'll wear time and time again.

Mary Katrantzou dress, $1,130, shopBAZAAR.com; Lizzie Fortunato earrings, $140,shopBAZAAR.com; Paula Mendoza ring, $325, shopBAZAAR.com; Gianvito Rossi shoes, $345, shopBAZAAR.com; Sophie Hulme bag, $850, shopBAZAAR.com. 

Life Of The Party

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Dare to pair a little red dress with equally as bold extras like Leigh Lezark for the next big event on your calendar. This head-turning mix is sure to make you the most interesting person in any room. 

Piamita dress, $500, shopBAZAAR.com; Maiyet bracelet, $495,shopBAZAAR.com; No 21shoes, $525, shopBAZAAR.com; Preciously Paris bag, $2,400, shopBAZAAR.com. 

10 STATEMENT EARINGS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LOOK

These are what off-the-shoulder tops were made for...

The Spring 2016 runways of Balmain, Derek Lam, Oscar de la Renta, Gucci, Marni and Prada heralded the power of the oversized earring. But it's the patron saint of the door-knocker and chandelier that we return to for inspiration time and again—Edie Sedgwick. Channel your inner '60s rebel ingenue and let your earrings take center stage.

Céline earrings, retailing for $520, CélineMadison Avenue.

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Topshop earrings, $22, us.topshop.com.

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Valentino earrings, $1,325, mytheresa.com.

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Aurelie Bidermann earrings, $525,shopBAZAAR.com.

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Marni earrings, $280, mytheresa.com.

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Aurelie Bidermann earrings, $525,shopBAZAAR.com.

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Fallon earrings, $340, fallonjewelry.com.

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Lanvin earrings, $590, shopBAZAAR.com.

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Maria Black earrings, $120, maria-black.com.

Salvatore Ferragamo earrings, $220,shopBAZAAR.com.

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# THELIST: 16 FOR 2016

Here's what to watch for in the Year  2016 .

Fashion and culture have always gone hand in hand. Here, a forecast of the fashion and culture that will define this Year:

1.Eliot Sumner

As she preps for the January release of her new album, Information, Eliot Sumner, the youngest daughter of Sting and film producer Trudie Styler, is nearing the end of her American tour. BAZAAR caught up with the singer before she hits the European circuit, and learned more about her thrilling journey. Read the full article here.

2.Demna Gvsalia at Balenciaga

Gvasalia, designer for the sought- after Düsseldorf-based fashion collective Vetements and a veteran of Martin Margiela and Louis Vuitton, became the talk of the town when he was named the new artistic director for Balenciaga, succeeding Alexander Wang. His first collection for the house will be shown this March.

Vetements, Spring 2016

3. The New Faces

The season's big breakout models both might have short hair, but their résumés are getting longer by the minute. Dominican-born Lineisy Montero graced the Spring 2016 catwalks of Proenza Schouler and Chanel, and has already snagged a Prada campaign. Meanwhile, Ruth Bell's delicate features and fresh buzz cut caught the eye of casting agents for Gucci, Max Mara, and Versace.

Lineisy Montero at Valentino; Ruth Bell at Gucci

4. The New Romantics

The Spring 2016 runways were brimming with all manner of dreamy prints, flouncy fabrics, and boudoir-y silhouettes. Valentino offered breezy, floor-sweeping dresses in African-influenced patterns, while candy-colored ensembles with trompe l'oeil bows reigned at Gucci, and Céline reimagined the '90s slipdress in luxurious satin and frothy lace.

Prints: Valentino, Spring 2016; Modern Vintage: Gucci, Spring 2016; Slipdresses: Céline, Spring 2016

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5.Mapplethorpe's Moment

The late, great Robert Mapplethorpe will get a double showing in March, with companion exhibitions at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the nearby Getty Center. On view: The artist's nudes, images of friends and lovers, flower still lifes, and explorations in sculpture, collage, and video spanning his entire oeuvre.

Patti Smith, photographed by Robert Mapplethorpe, 1978

6.  Rare Gems

Bergdorf Goodman has partnered with sustainable mining company Gemfields on a collection created by 18 jewelry labels, from David Webb to Pomellato. It will be available exclusively at the retailer's newly reopened fine-jewelry salon.

Stephen Webster earrings, Bergdorf Goodman; 212-872-2578.

7. Designer's Cutting Edge

In February, New York's Cooper Hewitt Museum will present its fifth Design Triennial, themed around the subject of beauty and featuring works by creative visionaries of all stripes, from furniture makers to hairstyling maestros.

A creation by hairstylist Guido Palau

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8.Designers To Watch

Monse: Inspired by classic button-downs, Oscar de la Renta alums Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim's debut collection features deconstructed shirtdresses, skirt suits, and evening gowns.

Brandon Maxwell: The Lady Gaga stylist turned designer's new collection is focused on black, white, and rose, allowing the immaculate tailoring of his suits and dresses to shine.

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9. Must See: Georgia O'Keefe

This July, a hundred years after painter Georgia O'Keeffe made her New York art-world debut, London's Tate Modern will mount a major retrospective of the work that earned her the title of the mother of American modernism.

Georgia O'Keeffe's Autumn Trees–The Maple, 1924

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10. Shoes Of The Season

Designers embraced an impressive mix of accoutrements for spring, with Gucci's loafer mules, Proenza Schouler's pointy-toed versions with metal rings, and Burberry Prorsum's chain-trimmed chunky sandals at the head of the class.

11. Star Studded Travel

The rise of astro-tourism—exceptional stargazing in protected "dark sky" regions like Chile's Atacama desert, with luxury hotels boasting state-of-the-art observatories nearby—brings outer space closer to home. Roll up with a chic wheeled suitcase from Chanel's flight-themed Spring 2016 collection.

Chanel suitcase, chanel.com.

12. The Future Of Fashion

 

Fashion continues to focus its gaze on the digital frontier. Louis Vuitton designer Nicolas Ghesquière's Spring 2016 show was inspired by virtual reality, while robotic arms at Iris van Herpen crafted a 3-D-print dress on Game of Thrones actress Gwendoline Christie. The Costume Institute at New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art is even following suit with thetheme for its spring show: "Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology."

Louis Vuitton, Spring 2016

13. The Nails For Now

Spring's statement nail look couldn't be easier to re-create: Paint only two nails with a simple matte black. At Proenza Schouler, it was Essie Nail Color in Licorice with Matte About You top coat ($8.50 each). Apply a sheer light neutral on the rest for an allover polished effect, and for extra credit grab a graphic clutch.

Proenza Schouler clutch,proenzaschouler.com.

14. Decor Trends

The humble carnation gets a fresh look in today's looser, laid-back floral arrangements, perfect for the Japanese-inspired ceramic vases by cool young potters like L.A.'s Victoria Morris and New York's Romy Northover.

Ceramics by Romy Northover

15. Blue Steel Is Back

In February, Derek Zoolander and Hansel return to the catwalk in Zoolander 2, an equally star-studded and even more stylish lampoon of the fashion industry than its hit predecessor.

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THE JACKET THAT'S WINNING MILAN STREET STYLE

It's the bomb.

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Men's Fashion Week in Milan certainly boasts its fair share of show-goers in natty suits, tailored trousers, trilbies and charming bow ties—but the ladies in attendance are taking a tougher approach to street style. The emerging  jacket of choice is the classic nylon bomber jacket. In black or army green, oversized or shrunken, the flight jacket doesn't lack in warmth or cool factor. While some women are balancing the masculine shape with slit skirts or maxis, Gilda Ambrosio opted for black alligator embossed trousers. In other words, it goes with just about everything. 

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VALENTINES DAY - INSPIRED FASHION TO WEAR NOW

With February fast approaching, love is in the air in life and in fashion. Whether you're fully committed or just playing the field, embrace your inner romantic this month with the most fashionable pieces and cultural moments inspired by Valentine's Day. Think: lingerie dressing, romantically hued footwear, classic cinematic love scenes, and more. This one's for the lovers.

1.  Smooth as Silk

Give your lingerie extra playing time this season à la fashion's favorite style stars—Rihanna, Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid. Pair silk pieces with wintry layers and chic extras to transform them from the boudoir to the streets.

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2. Give 'Em the Slip

Jonathan Simkhai top, $360, shopBAZAAR.com; Fleur de Mal slip, $245,shopBAZAAR.com; Journelle cami, $58, shopBAZAAR.com.

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3.  That Old School Lovin'

Kirsten Dunst portrays 18th century romance as Marie Antoinette in the 2006 recreation of the classic film. We're a fan.

4. Sweet Feet

Paula Cadematori shoes, $745, shopBAZAAR.com; Gucci shoes, $595,shopBAZAAR.com; Pierre Hardy shoes, $845, shopBAZAAR.com.

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 5. Pajama Party

Whether you style them with street style-approved layers like Pandora Sykes or with a coordinating top for luxe lounging like Aimee Song, consider piped pajamas your new wear-everywhere separates.

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6.Long Winter's Nap

Olivia Von Halle pajamas, $575, shopBAZAAR.com; Thakoon blouse, $650,shopBAZAAR.com; Olivia Von Halle pajamas, $595,shopBAZAAR.com.

7.Just Kiss the Girl

When the weather outside is frightful, there's nothing better than curling up with a classic romantic movie—Breakfast at Tiffany's, Romeo and Juliet, and Crazy, Stupid Love to name a few.

8. Feeling Anti

As an alternative, cozy up to Valentine's Day's star-studded cast and Jessica Biel's hilariously cynical party denouncing the film's namesake holiday.

9.Barely There

Marilyn Monroe—the originator of sultry chic—was certainly afraid to show off what's underneath it all. Take a cue from the vintage vixen and add a coordinating bra and panty set to your wardrobe.

EMMA WATSON'S 10 MOST EMPOWERING QUOTES

"Don't let anyone tell you what you can or cannot do, or cannot achieve. Do not allow it."

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1. "Women feel like we need permission ... We need to lead and change that." — in a live Facebook web chat about the #HeForShe campaign, March 2015

2. "If you stand for equality, then you're a feminist. Sorry to tell you, you're a feminist." — in a live Facebook web chat about the #HeForShe campaign, March 2015

3. "Femininity needs to be embraced wherever it is, whether it be in a man or a woman or a nonconforming gender person." — in a live Facebook web chat about the #HeForShe campaign, March 2015

4. "Don't let anyone tell you what you can or cannot do, or cannot achieve. Do not allow it." — in a live Facebook web chat about the #HeForShe campaign, March 2015

5. "At 25, for the first time in my life, I feel like I have a sense of self that I'm comfortable with. I actually do have things that I want to say and I want to be my most authentic self." — in an interview with the Evening Standard, November 2015

6. "It sounds like a ridiculous thing to say, but I'm very interested in truth, in finding ways to be messy and unsure and flawed and incredible and great and my fullest self, all wrapped into one." —in an interview with the Evening Standard, November 2015

7. "I want to be a woman of the Renaissance. I want to paint and write. And above all, I want to continue to act. I simply want to do everything." —in an interview with Vogue Italia, November 2015

8. "I have experienced sexism in that I have been directed by male directors 17 times and only twice by women. Of the producers I've worked with, 13 have been male and only one has been a woman. But I am lucky: I have always insisted on being treated equally and have generally won that equality." —in an interview with The Guardian, September 2015

9. "Women share this planet fifty-fifty and they are underrepresented, their potential astonishingly untapped." —in her #HeForShe speech at the World Economic Forum, January 2015

10. "Become an engineer." —on Twitter, in response to a young woman who asked, "My dad says I can't be an engineer because it's a 'man's profession', what do I do to change that?", January 2015

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BLACK RULES IN THE BEST DRESSED CELEBRITIES FOR THE WEEK 18TH JANUARY 2016

20 January Victoria's Secret model Izabel Goulart wore a Valentino mini dress and cape to sit front row at the Valentino menswear autumn/winter 2016 show in Paris.

21 January Bella Heathcote walked the red carpet in a black lace strapless dress and strappy sandals.

21 January Joanne Froggatt kept it simple in a cut-out black dress.

21 January Yamsin Le Bon opted for a sheer black dress with polka-dot details for a private dinner hosted by Crème de la Mer.

20 January Fellow J-Lo fan Camilla Belle kept her styling classic in a black fringed dress and matching sandals.

19 January Adriana Lima showed off her model physique in a black gown with thigh-high split.

19 January Karolina Kurkova teamed her black wrap dress with a skinny scarf, blazer and strappy Sophia Webster sandals.

19 January Hilary Swank arrived wearing a long-sleeved crop top and midi skirt.

19 January Penelope Cruz walked the red carpet at the 2016 Feroz Cinema Awards in Madrid, wearing a vintage Emanuel Ungaro mini dress, Christian Louboutin shoes, a Roger Vivier bag and Chopard jewellery.

18 January Gigi Hadid wore a sheer feather-trimmed Sally LaPointe dress to sit front row at the Maybelline New York catwalk show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin.

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18 January Winona Ryder attended the launch of Marc Jacobs' Velvet Noir Mascara - for which she is the face - in New York, wearing a figure-hugging black satin dress.

17 January Kate Winslet led the stars at the Critics' Circle Film Awards in London, pairing her black flared dress with matching heels and a bold red lip.

16 January Angelina Jolie wore a black Saint Laurent dress with matching courts to attend the Hollywood premiere of Kung Fu Panda 3.

15 January Lucy Liu opted for a sheer ruffled LBD.