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Dolce & Gabbana Reveals Its Lacy Side

Miriam Lacey — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:05:57 PST

Every year around this time, brands pull out all the stops and issue gorgeous limited-edition versions of their best-loved products. This year is already proving to be a bumper crop, with skin care, makeup, and scent brands all getting in on the action. Over at Dolce & Gabbana, the two fabric lovers in chief have put together this pretty new bottle for their popular fragrance The One. This Lace Edition ($75) smells exactly like the original, but the black floral net appliqués make the bottle a divine gift for anyone who already enjoys the scent. "You wear the fragrance on your skin the way you'd wear the finest Sicilian lace, and this campaign celebrates that," the brand's face, Scarlett Johansson, has said. The new edition certainly does the concept justice.

Fab Flash: Gisele is Still Number One

BellaSugar — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 10:17:44 PST

IMG Models have confirmed that uber gorgeous super model Gisele Bündchen will walk only one runway at Milan Fashion Week. It will be next Thursday for the Fall 2007 Dolce & Gabbana show. This is the first show she has walked for them since Spring 2003. Her spokesperson said:

“Gisele has a fragrance with Dolce and is doing their show exclusively in Milan next week.”

Oooh, sounds like an upcoming Beauty Byte to me! The fragrance referred to is The One by Dolce & Gabbana , and will be launched in the U.S. this summer. No fair - it has already been available in Europe for months!

The One features the Brazilian beauty in both print and television ads. This is the first new fragrance launched by the Italian duo since their licensing deal with Proctor & Gamble Prestige Products in December 2005.

We can't wait to see the gazelle-like Gisele dressed in Dolce at the show on Thursday. At least we know she'll smell great!

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30 Eclectic Ensembles That Solidify Kirsten Dunst's Cool-Girl Style Status

Marisa Tom — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:52:42 PDT

Kirsten Dunst isn't just a Hollywood veteran, she's a bona fide style star. Her first kiss was with Brad Pitt in Interview With the Vampire at age 10, and since that enviable breakout role, she's starred in indie cult hits like The Virgin Suicides and Marie Antoinette and mega blockbusters like Bring It On and Spider-Man. More than that, she's got a serious knack for downtown cool-meets-polished femininity on and off the silver screen - and she's certainly not afraid to take some bold outfit risks. From her go-to Rodarte frocks and Chanel Couture gowns to playful Dolce & Gabbana wares and Christian Lacroix numbers, we're celebrating Kirsten's 30th birthday with 30 of her best and most quirky red-carpet ensembles. Click through to see how she's earned her status as one eclectic style setter.

Fragrance Review: Dolce & Gabbana The One

BellaSugar — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 07:00:03 PDT

The latest fragrance from Dolce & Gabbana is The One. You've probably seen the ads, featuring Gisele Bundchen doing the sexy-lady thing she does so well. (Still, when I see "The One," I can't stop thinking of the Backstreet Boys.)

The One is a warm, floral Oriental fragrance. It has top notes of bergamot and mandarin, with touches of lychee and peach. The heart note is more floral, and as the fragrance dries down, you can smell notes of vanilla and sweet amber. I expected this fragrance to be overtly sexy, much like the gorgeous dresses Dolce & Gabbana are known for. What I got, though, was somethin' else. Find out what it was when you

When I received the Eau de Parfum, I giddily opened it. I gave a spritz to my arm and waited for my sexy aura to become unmistakable. While that technically happened, it was a very special kind of sexiness: The sexiness embodied in Blanche Devereaux. Y'see, the scent leans just a little too much into the "mature" side of things. I even asked DannySF to take a sniff-and without me saying anything to him, he said, "It's nice... but it's a little old-lady."

That sums it up pretty well: It's a nice enough scent, but certainly not a signature fragrance-and definitely not something I'd expect to smell on a very young woman. If you're a huge D&G fan, you might want to try this, but otherwise, it's just so-so. Finally, I found the commercial for the fragrance, which manages to make Gisele seem like a demanding diva. I'm sure she's just acting (I've heard through the grapevine that she's super down-to-earth) but the ad certainly doesn't make me want to smell The One.

Try Emily Blunt's Hot-Pink Lipstick Trick

Jaime Richards — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:47:00 PDT

Hot-pink lipstick has often gotten a bum rap thanks to its more garish 1980s roots. But for Emily Blunt at the premiere of The Five-Year Engagement, her hot pink - CoverGirl's Lip Perfection Lipstick in Spellbound ($7), a bright, creamy fuchsia - was hotter than hot.

Part of the reason the palette worked so well is that makeup artist Jenn Streicher kept Emily's eyes and cheeks simply elegant, opting for a clean-skin palette to begin with, starting with Hourglass No. 28 Primer Serum as a base, followed by Dolce & Gabbana Perfect Finish Foundation. But another reason the palette worked so well is all thanks to the science of color. Pink (as seen on Emily's lips) when paired with green (as seen on her earrings and in her frock) is a winning combination. The reason is because pinkish tones are directly opposite of greenish tones on the color wheel, so Emily's overall ensemble made for one truly spellbinding style.

Spring Shopping: It's Time For a Skirt so Full It Swishes

Anna Monette Roberts — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:38 PDT

There's some romance to the full skirt - it's got a '50s femininity - and this Spring full skirts dominated the runways creating hourglass figures on the leanest of models. Louis Vuitton presented pastel-colored lace and organza skirts. Rochas channeled simple yet classic, '60s-inspired styles. Jil Sander featured a sheer, lavender and mint green gingham full skirt. Dolce & Gabbana spiced up the runway with bombshell silhouettes. The shape is actually quite versatile: wear it with a slouchy tee and strappy sandals, a crisp button-down and pumps, or a silk tank and booties, depending on your mood and the occasion. Ready to try one out? Shop our picks!

6 Things About Prince Harry's Rumored Girlfriend Mollie King

Tara Block — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:00:00 PDT

Most eligible bachelor no more? There are rumors that Prince Harry is dating Mollie King, a 24-year-old Brit pop singer (who has an uncanny resemblance to Sienna Miller). Apparently, Mollie and Harry have been friends since first meeting at the Asprey World Class Cup in 2010, and they were spotted karaoking together at London's Bunga Bunga club last week. Here are five things to know about the woman who may have stolen Harry's heart:

In February, she ended a nearly one-year relationship with Brit model David Gandy. He's best known for showing off his body in the steamy Dolce & Gabbana ad for "Light Blue."
Mollie is best known for being in girl group The Saturdays. Before that she was in another girl group Fallen Angelz, which competed on The X Factor.
She had a successful skiing career that she gave up to pursue singing, and she enjoys jet skiing and water skiing.
She's opened up about struggling in school due to her dyslexia.
She plays the acoustic guitar in addition to singing and songwriting.
According to Mollie's band bio, Carrie Bradshaw is her idol.

Our Ultimate Sunglasses Guide - Every Style, Every Price

Hannah Weil — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:29:07 PDT

Come Spring and Summer, our sunglasses count for almost half the style battle. This season in particular, there's infinite cool to be added with the right pair of shades. From Stella McCartney's printed runway styles to Dolce & Gabbana's color-injected frames, we're looking to bolder, brighter iterations to play off of the bold patterned pants and fresh pastels pieces. That doesn't mean we still don't (pardon the pun) have an eye for the classics - aviators, cat-eyes, and glam oversize frames are still on our radar and the options for all are practically limitless. To make it easier for you to zero in on the one that's just right, we've curated a lookbook of every silhouette and style, at every price. Click on to find your perfect pair of frames.

Breaking Rules: The Right Way to Jump on Spring's Bra-Exposing Trend

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 03:30:00 PDT

One of our favorite springtime trends (and a great look for a night out, too) is wearing a pretty lace bra or bandeau with a slouchy, low-cut tank. A bright or printed bra under a semi-sheer tee also makes a fun fresh and sexy look, and as we saw on the Spring '12 runways, bralets are back in a big way too - at Dolce & Gabbana, Nina Ricci, Proenza Schouler, and more, models showed skin in midriff-baring bras paired with high-waisted skirts. Even though this trend isn't for the timid, it's extremely easy to wear, looks cool and confident, and - bonus! - you won't have to rely on those sad-looking invisible plastic strap things. Here are some tips on how to pull off this look:

Stick to a lacy, brightly colored, or printed piece. This look is meant to show off a statement bra, not your everyday black or nude styles. See how celebs like Sarah Jessica Parker and Diane Kruger make it work.
Consider your bra "just another layer." A pretty piece of lingerie looks best when worn under an open-weave sweater, lacy top, or sheer blouse, like at Rag & Bone and Narciso Rodriguez. Bottom line: it should be deliberate and thought out - otherwise, it'll just look sloppy.
Don't go crazy. It probably goes without saying, but those pretty sheer bras that don't leave much to the imagination? Opt for a racerback tank that will allow you to show off the straps without risking a major wardrobe malfunction.

Now that you're up to speed, just click below to shop our favorite bras (and accompanying tops) to show off for Spring.

The Crop-Top Trend Takes the Kids' Choice Awards Carpet: Love It or Leave It?

Hannah Weil — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 18:07:16 PDT

Not one but two midriff-baring tops - um, pardon the pun - cropped up on the orange carpet tonight. Selena Gomez and Katy Perry both opted to bring Spring's crop-top trend from runway to real life at the Kids' Choice Awards. Selena Gomez channeled pin-up appeal in a Dolce & Gabbana bustier-style top and a high-waisted, embellished fit-and-flare miniskirt. She finished the look with an equally pretty (and on-trend!) pair of pink pointed-toe pumps and soft waves to complement the feminine vibe. Meanwhile, Katy Perry took on a bolder approach to outfitting the trend, selecting a neoprene bralette and coordinating print skirt and heels in the same electric hue. Each look boasts a similar silhouette but a totally different take on styling a crop top. Now we want to know what you think of them - how does the crop-top trend translate on the red carpet?