FASHION OF THE WEEK

FASHION OF THE WEEK

Life's a zoo, but style doesn't have to be. Although Dorothy Crane (played by JoAnna Garcia Swisher) is whipping her ex-boyfriend's veterinarian hospital into shape, she does so with polished style. The animals may seem like they are running the place, but smart and pulled together Dorothy is about to change things. Set against stunning auburn hair, JoAnna's character has a wardrobe that works for any 2012 working woman. A sensible pair of pumps, a lean black trouser, and a crisp classic trench are essentials to your office look. Just add a colorful top and you're out the door. A fun printed dress shakes things up a bit and offers equal ease of wear....add shoes and accessories for a no-brainer look. Just remember that accessories go a long way to making basics seem fresh and trendy. Invest in a statement bangle, a row of bright or printed tops, and an on-trend handbag to breathe personality into an otherwise throw-on-and-go wardrobe.

May these Animal Practice-inspired pieces allow you to bring peace to your own little corner of chaos!

1. A.L.C. Kenyetta Dress: Pop goes the print! Peacock blue dots are set dreamily against a warm cocoa-colored background. Finished with a black slitted crewneck and an exposed zipper, this dress pairs well with black pumps for office or chocolate brown boots for weekend. Layer this sleeveless frock under a blazer when the temps dip. A cinched waist defines your silhouette. Dorothy wore this feminine frock with delicate jewelry to up the girl-girly factor.

2. Stuart Weitzman Platswoon Kidskin Leather Pump: Beautiful basic. Yes, we all love to buy sky high stilettos and sexy sandals, but we'd be stumped morning after morning without our basic black pumps. End a wide-legged trouser, a clean dark skinny jean or a pencil skirt with these wear-with-all wonders.

3. Club Monaco Emma Trench: Trendy trench. The trench coat is perhaps the most basic of all woman's outerwear...some version or another has been in style for decades. This crisp, clean-lined coat has all the must-haves: a tabbed neck closure, grommet-embellished cuffs, leather belt buckle, self-tie waist, back vent, and double breasted cut. Wear over any work look, for fall and spring alike.

4. Etro Black Straight Leg Pants: For work? Style with a button up or cashmere v-neck. For play? Pair with a glitzy top. Office party? A demure blouse and a strappy sandal will do the trick. A well-tailored trouser will take you any place you need to go. These Etro pants are styled with a straight leg, clean pockets and belt loops. Wear them with a bright top and solid belt to get Dorothy's business-meets-trend look.

5. Tory Burch Kipp Tote: A Fall must-have, the Kipp Tote combines sturdy raw canvas with chic leather trim and a perforated Tory logo. The modus operandi of Dorothy Crane's style  is to keep things clean and simple—this preppy pebbled leather tote doesn't quickly fade out of style.

Just because it's the weekend, you shouldn't slack on your style. Comfortable can be cute, as Jenna Dewan proves here with a chic weekend look. Pair floral skinny jeans (this season's trend obsession) with a relaxed pullover, careful to balance an oversized shape with a tailored one. Skip the running shoes and opt for an comfortable flat like a pair of oxfords or driving flats. If you want to ease up on your beauty trend, cover natural waves with a straw fedora and nude skin with glamorous shades. Since its just as easy to grab a luxe bag as it is a frumpy tote, choose a structured handbag to square up a slouchy silhouette.

1. LnA Crepe Sweater:
A loose-fitting jumper is a tempting choice for weekend, but indulge this comfort with shape-hugging leggings, skinnies, and, our favorite, bold colored or printed denim. Made in LnA's signature ultra soft fabric, this is a layer you'll never want to take off!

2. Frye Reagan Campus Driver Flats:
Preppy on the go! We cherish the weekend days as our time off from pumps and stilettos, but that doesn't mean that we need time off from fabulous footwear. These driving flats are just as comfortable as tennis shoes, but far more cute with their raised, topstitched seams and bow at vamp.

3. Eugenia Kim Max Panama Fedora:
Tame wild weekend locks with a simple throw on and go. This fedora channels major glam without any work at all. Classic menswear-inspired fedora with wide, black banding.

4. Paige Denim Floral Ankle Peg Skinny Jeans:
Floral fever. This season's love affair with floral is reconciled with these flower-printed skinnies. Cropped legs with warm, all-over print. Pair back to a tank and denim jacket or relaxed pullover.

5. Foley + Corinna Jet Set Bag:
Jet set with style. This leather bag comes together for summer with its creamy linen panels and gold hardware. Pack the essentials and almost enough for anovernight with its multiple pockets.

6. Balenciaga Twisted Temple Sunglasses:
Au naturale. Go bare, but go glam with these fabulous shades. No need for eye make-up when you're hiding behind these two-tone plastic frames and gradient lenses.

Just because it's the weekend doesn't mean you should slack on your styleJust because it's the weekend doesn't mean you should slack on your style

Golden Hues: The 2012 Emmys

Julianne Moore, Julie Bowen, and Kaley Cuoco...just to name a few. Celebrities embraced the color yellow for Sunday's 2012 Emmys, and in so doing selected a trend color for fall. Warm, sunshine-y, and just plain fun to wear, yellow is the color of changing leaves, butternut squash, and the waning summer sun. Set against gray, cognac and black, yellow can actually be quite demure. Mixed in with navy or florals, it's fresh. And styled with other blocks of color, it's absolutely edgy. Choose a bright yellow frock for an autumn wedding, or amp up an LBD with a be-jeweled necklace. Bring a little sunshine to the office with a yellow trouser or pencil skirt. Afterhours looks are infused with life when a metallic clutch, pair of shades or sky high heel is added to your mix. Score your own golden trophy with these yellow pieces:

1. Kate Spade New York Plaza Athenee Short Necklace: Inspired by vintage jewels, this short necklace is bejeweled with a sunburst of yellow jewels. Dress up any neckline with this piece: from crisp button-up to a relaxed chambray, a prim sheath dress to a preppy cashmere crewneck. A charming way to ease into the yellow trend!

2. By Malene Birger Cleofe High Waisted Trouser: Another vintage-inspired piece, we can see the golden girls of Hollywood working these for fashion week or a late lunch. Bring a little sunshine to the cubicle with these chic trousers. Cut high-waisted and wide-legged for extra glam, they style well with gray cashmere, a classic white shirt or business black.

3. Halston Heritage Strapless Draped Gown: Work your own red carpet in this stunning gown. Created from soft folds and pleating, its strapless bodice is finished in a flowing skirt. Style with gold heels and a metallic clutch for evening or wear to an autumn wedding with romantic curls and a few sparkling stones.

4. Super America Shades: A retro wayfayer frame is upended with thick frames and gold metallic arms. Style these over any outfit for insta-celebrity. Their black color and solid composition make them a great choice for cool weather sunglasses.

5. Herve Leger Ombre Skirt: SO Hollywood. The ombre craze just won't quit, as proved by this ultra glam skirt. An iconic pencil shape is made edgy in body con bands of fading gold, gray, and black. Pair it with a sexy black top for a twist on a cocktail dress. Add black heels and yellow gold accessories to complete this look.

6. Foley + Corinna Cadeau Metal Box Bag: A true day t0 evening wonder, this cute lil' box bag gets a lot of bang for its petite size. A nude leather strap and edging make it appropriate for daytime wear, and its gold details make it shine after dark, too. This pop-of-color accessory adds the yellow trend to any outfit.

7. Nicholas Joclyn High Heel Sandals: Peeking out from a wide-legged trouser, finishing a skinny-clad leg or making a statement with a skirt, these yellow sandals are fetching and eye-catching. Thin yellow straps are styled together with a suede heel and sexy ankle strap.

Celebrity Style Fall Check List

By Heather | September 25, 2012

Making a list. Checking it twice. When it comes to fall essentials, this list is refreshingly versatile. Taking a cue from an Ols