The Paris Fashion Week shows confirmed that for next fall, minimal looks are in. But minimalist doesn't mean mundane. Here are five trends that bring pared down fashion to a whole new level. read more

It might be a familiar refrain, but blue was the new black on Oscar night, with star after dazzling star parading down the red carpet in gowns that of the darkest navy (Kristen Stewart) to major brights (Mo’Nique). Other trends on the color wheel: blush, scarlet, purple and gold. read more

In an homage to Elsa Schiaparelli, a leading fashion designer during the period between the two World Wars who introduced “shocking pink” as her signature shade while her contemporaries stuck to seriously subdued colors, designers brightened fall palettes with pops of pink so hot they could melt your bubble gum. The look works just as well at home. read more