Richard Chai, Suno, and More Celebrate Milliner Albertus Swanepoel at Odin New York

Last night at Odin New York, signature mannequin heads sprinkled the crowded Soho store, each adorned with a custom-made hat by milliner Albertus Swanepoel. The exhibition, "‪A Milliner's Story: Albertus Swanepoel,"‬ brought together eight brands, including Richard Chai, Suno, and Band of Outsiders, to collaborate their label's aesthetic with Swanepoel's designs.

"The artisan is kind of dying in fashion—Prom dresses Above 200 in all industries," said Eddy Chai, co-founder of Odin and Richard Chai's brother. "Albert is someone who has been training and really honing his craft for a decade. That's something that should be commended."

Richard Chai added: "He is one of the few [designers] in New York who actually makes handmade hats."view more

Jen Kao is famed for her cerebral yet contemporary designs and passion for art (you can often find her in galleries). She is such an advocate of the arts that she drew inspiration from the work of Basquiat and Gauguin for her statement resort 2014 prints.

The Anthropologie Made in Kindcollaborator boasts degrees from NYU and Parsons The New School for Design. Add on a CFDA membership and a celebrity fan base that includesRachel McAdams, Nicki Minaj,Fergie, Robin Wright, and Harley Viera Newton, and Kao has a solid fashion resume. But the Manhattan-based designer hasn’t forgotten her Midwestern roots (she hails from Kansas). Read on as she talks barbecue, rock memoirs, and truly bizarre dreams.view more

This season's shots just keep getting better and better. We're tracking the oncoming fall fashion photos, Prom Dresses with sleeveswhich include appearances by Michelle Williams, Karen Elson, Abbey Lee Kershaw, and more.

Michelle Williams looks stunning with her pixie cut and red pout for Louis Vuitton's latest handbag campaign, shot by Peter Lindbergh. {Louis Vuitton Press Release} view more

Helena Christensen shows off her esteemed modeling chops on set for "Walk in Beauty," the fall 2013 campaign for NYDJ. See her in the video below, exclusive to ELLE.com, showcasing the L.A. denim brand's collection (including newly added tops) against a majestic mansion backdrop. The campaign, shot by Alexi Lubomirski at Alder Manor in Yonkers, New York, is NYDJ's first time incorporating a famous face and one part of an effort to rebrand the department-store staple.view more

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Empire 

Hemline/Train: High Low 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Crystal Detail 

Fabric: Tencel 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: White, Navy, Purple, Fuchsia, Green 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer,view more

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The app now includes new online catalogs from Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, JCPenney, Target, Kohls, TOMS shoes, and Torrid which are among favorites with teens, especially when it comes to the latest in summer fashion. Catalog Spree is a top ADOTAS — As consumers flock to the mobile platform, advertisers are adjusting their strategies to capture the attention of people on their most trusted personal computing devices. Tablets and smartphones represent the biggest opportunity and challenge a free fashion advice and recommendation service, retailers should focus on the one thing online sites can never replicate—the shopping experience. Look at Topshop, she said. “I can go into the store in Oxford Street [in central London SAVVY shoppers are passing up the thrill of swiping their plastic at the register, turning online to nab a bargain and to fashion boutiques, who are reaping the benefits. Having won the affection of local fashionistas with a wide range of labels and low LOS ANGELES, June 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer are looking for the most fashionable and affordable products on the market. Be sure to check out Belts and More Wholesale online at www.beltsandmorewholesale.com and also visit their We love all the options for keeping active in your local city. Talk about amazingly easy to use, eBay's apps have great functionality, like predictive typing, and even a barcode scanner so you can find out right from a brick-and-mortar store whether you .view more

I work in an office where none of the women seem to know how to dress. I notice a fashion faux pas almost every day and tons of awful outfits on top of that. What are some no-no’s every women should know? What are your fashion “don’t”s? If I had a Why blog for POPSUGAR Fashion? POPSUGAR is the leading online destination delivering up-to-the-minute news, tips and trends in entertainment, fashion, open back prom dresses beauty, fitness, food and more. We receive 30 million monthly unique visitors and look forward to them It's been a pretty crazy week in the fashion world, from Taylor Swift's fans taking on Abercrombie & Fitch to finding out Miranda Kerr has a stalker Let's begin with Christian Louboutin, who just opened a 1,600-square-foot shop inside Saks Fifth Contributing fashion news editor. Late-night eBay shopper. Recovering Seattle grunge girl. Pass the cheese plate. “Everyone knows that I’m completely obsessed with fashion, style, and anything glamorous and beautiful, she told WWD. "I think everyone Here she tells us her five festival fashion and beauty essentials: 1. Distressed denim hot pant: 'I’ll be wearing the normal little hot pants and wellingtons this festival season. But, if I can get away with a heel then I will.' 2. Salt spray ABC News’ Beryl Shereshewsky reports: In New York City, the sidewalks are runways and fashion cannot be leashed … or perhaps it can. Bethany Hale, owner of Rare Breed, a small boutique company making matching accessories for pets and their .view more

Love it! Bella Thorne and Ariana Grande posed for a photo together at the Radio Disney Music Awards last night! Both ladies took the stage to present awards and they both rocked some awesome fashion One Shoulder Prom Dress accessories at the show! Bella was wearing a super fun Fashion Week couldn't be stopped by a little rain or snow — the streets of Milan were dotted with glamorously attired showgoers armed with luxe furry accents, hats, embellishments, and sky-high stilettos (and bare legs). True to form, this street style Yup, Bella hit The Grove in Hollywood for a spot of the old retail therapy, and it seems she can do no wrong in the fashion stakes as she was WORKING the casual look. Disney's Shake It Up! star didn't actually have a Starbucks Frappuccino in hand as she Spotted in a fabulously printed two-piece from the Kate Ermilio, Jaime King and Bella Thorne battled it out for the title of style champ at two different events, sporting two very different looks. Although the catwalk look carried a longer skirt While many fashion designers are inspired by beautifully tailored garments, Stephanie Reilly also found her eye drawn to fashion mishaps, and it was these style sins—the dangling slip, the bra strap visible through a mesh dress— that led to The town's Kingfisher Centre is one of six places Lydia Bright will bring Bella Sorella to as part of a national tour. The television star turned fashion designer, who launched the clothing and gift brand in 2011 with her sister Georgia, will bring brands .view more

Silhouette: A-Line 

Neckline: Strapless

Waist: Empire 

Hemline/Train: Floor-length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Crystal Detailing,Ruching 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fabric: Chiffon 

Shown Color: Red,Yellow 

Body Shape: Plus Sizes 

Occasion: Prom, Formal Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

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SHOW REVIEW: The Low Branches

Get ready for some glamour because this week we are spotlighting black tie weddings. Prom Dresses Under 150 Today, we tackle what a beautiful look students can sport (and afford!). Dim the lights!view moew

Over the second weekend of this month, several filmmakers took to the streets of Richmond, rushing to create a 4-minute film in only 48 hours. The 48 Hour Film Project started back in 2001, when Mark Ruppert encouraged his fellow filmmakers in DC to try and make a film in only 48 hours. After much success, the competition spread across the United States and major international cities with over 250,000 participants. Filmmakers in Richmond got the opportunity to participate in the competition for the sixth year this month. On Friday, July 12, teams were given a character, prop, line and genre to include in their films. The character was house guest Max (or Maxine) Lydard, the prop a flag, and the line was “There’s no time to lose.”view more

After hearing nothing but praise for The Low Branches’ 2011 album Sinking, Risingand their January 2013 follow-up, Prom Dresses Under 200 100 Years Old, I finally got around to seeing the band live on July 11th at Gallery 5.view more

Extraordinary RVA musician Matthew E. White turned a lot of heads when he released his first solo project, Big Inner, in August of last year. The album is the first project to come out of White’s own label, Spacebomb, and it received plaudits from a vast cross-section of the indie rock universe (including a rave review from Pitchforkand a collaborative tour with the Mountain Goats). Recently he has been given another complimentary nod from British indie-dance outfit Hot Chip, who just released a remix of his song "Big Love."view more

Silhouette: Sheath/Column 

Neckline: One Shoulder 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Short/Mini 

Sleeve Length: Batwing sleeve 

Embellishments: Beading, Ruching/Pleated, Side Draping 

Fabric: Tencel 

Built-In Bra: No 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Gray 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Pear, Rectangle 

Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

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MAJESTIC INDIAN WEDDING IN A PALACE IN PORTUGAL

And it really is. I have a habit of using the word Awesome far too often but this wedding is awesome in the truest sense of the word. That is - inspiring awe, admiration or wonder.Sleeveless prom Dresses

Imagine a majestic castle perched on a hilltop in Sintra, Portugal. Guests sipping Sangria on sun drenched turrets watch as a flamenco dancer swirls, claps and stamps her feet. At every turn, elegant women are draped with exquisite silk sarees in rich jewel tones and everyone is smiling, celebrating. The bride and groom in all their gold, blue and magenta finery look out over the vista – they are king and queen for the day.

International wedding photographer Sarah Falugo Photography weaves the magical story of their wedding so perfectly in these stunning photos.view more

Meet Brad, a farmer from Pitt Meadows and Rachel, a city girl from Vancouver.

Together they prove that old addage that opposites attract.

Their engagement shoot took place on Hopcott Farms in Pitt Meadows, Canada (Brad’s farm) amidst old barns, hay bales, cows and fields upon fields of cranberries.

I just love that Rachel wore a cocktail dress and glittery heels for part of the shoot!

You can take the girl out of the city…

These unique, beautiful and edgy photos are by Dallas Kolotylo Photography.view more

We’re in wedding planning mode again today – have you been following these super helpful posts in our Wedding Experts Planning Tips series? I do hope they’re making the planning process seem a little less daunting.

Today Andri of Always Andri Wedding Design shares a little insight into the BIG differences between a Wedding Planner and a Venue Coordinator.

Okay, over to Andri…view more

The week before last I had the pleasure of featuring Perfect Event’s luxe black and gold 1920s inspired wedding shoot at The Connaught Hotel in Mayfair, London.

Well, today wedding planner and stylist Nicole Adeyale of Perfect Events and her talented team treat us to another decade of style Tulle Prom Dress – 1950s Hollywood Glamour – and share creative new ways to use the luxurious spaces at The Connaught.

I’m partuicularly loving the rich palette of plum, dark red, raspberry, fuchsia and blush pink.

It’s pink ombre in it’s most sophisticated form, wouldn’t you agree?

Oh and I adore the Veronica Lake esque Vintage Waves, of course.view more

A-line sweetheart one shoulder beaded ruched prom dress is gorgeous chiffon gown! This elegant one-shoulder is

stunning with silver stones and a pleated open back. The open back reveals a pleated elastic shoulder strap, while a

zipper and back waist ties adjust the fit to your body.

Fabric: Chiffon

Style: A-line style, one shoulder, high waist, ruched bodice, beaded embellishment, cut out back, floor length

Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time.view more

The Second Annual RVA Hackathon Hits The City This Weekend

Attendees are allowed to either enter the competition on their own or with a team of any size. Teams are even allowed to work with other teams if they desire. Teams from the first RVA Hackathon, held in April 2012, pulled together a wide variety of different projects. These projects included everything from apps and printers to computer games.view more

LD 50 is 22 year old Thomas Widmer, Cocktail Dresses an up and coming rapper from Richmond, Virginia, whose presence on the local scene has not gone unnoticed. While he can usually be spotted at house shows around the Greater Richmond area, he's recently begun his breakout into the club scene with shows at The Camel opening for local favorites Black Girls. The latest of these shows with Black Girls will take place tonight, Thursday, June 20th, at 10pm.view more

DJ Ragz knows his stuff. An accomplished turntablist with over 20 years of experience scratching and making beats, Ragz has represented underground hip hop on both coasts, and continues to do so at full force. From teaching classes at NoVA DJ school The Beat Refinery to holding his own in online DJ battles pitting him against talent from around the world, DJ Ragz stays on his grind and proves that he deserves every bit of the acclaim he's received over the years. As part of Jazz Addixx, along with MCs MUDD and UnOwn, he's opened for artists like Busta Rhymes, Black Star, Company Flow, and Mobb Deep. As a solo artist, he's competed in high profile DJ battles, Knee Length Prom Dresses including Scribble Jam. We spoke to him recently on the occasion of his entry into the 2013 DMC Online DJ Championships.view more

Arsis - Unwelcome (Nuclear Blast)

The fifth album from Virginia Beach metalheads Arsis shows the quartet in top form. Recent lineup shakeups might be a concern for some bands, but this has always been singer/guitarist James Malone's show, and he's got things under control, dishing out another helping of the group's stock in trade--excellent technical death metal. (AN) view more

A-line Strapless Sequined Chiffon Cocktail Dress

Silhouette: A-line 

Neckline: Sweetheart 

Waist: Natural 

Hemline/Train: Short/Mini 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Sequins，Beading，Ruching/Pleated 

Fabric: Chiffon + Sequined 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Gray，Royal Blue 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle 

Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

STEPHAN SCHNEIDER SPRING/SUMMER 2014

Season at Ease–Belgian designer Stephan Schneider looks to summers poolside and accentuates the soft side of menswear with his spring/summer 2014 outing. Embracing a relaxed aesthetic, fabrics are draped, several silhouettes elongated and silk employed. While a fantastic brick print decorates tops, jackets maintain a loose boxy shape. For knitwear, the casual essential is afforded a young edge with short sleeves or reinterpreted as a hooded jacket. From tapered trousers to shorts of varying lengths, Stephan Schneider rounds out the season with an effortless approach to leisure.Casual Prom Dresses uk

Luxe Posing–French model Clément Chabernaud returns as the face of Italian labelTrussardi, starring in their fall/winter 2013 campaign. Photographed by Albert Watson, Clément is captured in leather outerwear with the brand’s prized accessory line. / View Trussardi’s fall/winter 2013 collection here.view more

Strapless Ruched Green Ball Gown Prom Dress With Flower

     

Ball Gown Prom Dresses

Silhouette: Ball Gown 

Neckline: Strapless 

Waist: Drop 

Hemline/Train: Floor Length 

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 

Embellishments: Ruching, Flower 

Fabric: Taffeta 

Built-In Bra: Yes 

Fully Lined: Yes 

Shown Color: Green 

Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 

Occasion: Prom, Evening 

Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

Use a social wedding app to share moments

Let’s face it: you’ll be much too busy primping, posing for photos, and getting married to worry about whether or not every single guest is enjoying themselves. So why not plan ahead and find great ways to entertain guests and minimize potential wedding stress? Believe it or not, there are tons of unique and easy ways to engage your friends and family during your special day and ensure that your wedding will be one to remember.

Photobooth alternatives

Photobooths are great, but have you ever thought of unique twists to make it interesting and different for your guests? While your guests are taking photos, there are so many different ways to get them chatting with each other. One of our favorite ways to make your photobooth unique for you and your guests is to have them write wedding advice on a chalkboard – they’ll get to talk about their experiences, and you’ll reap the benefits of having tons of smart marriage advice!

Jesse Holland Photography

Simple and sophisticated games

Games can be an easy way to entertain guests, and we’ve seen getting-to-know-you games get great traction from the crowd at a number of weddings. Popular picks include “I Spy”, wedding guest bingo, and Mad Libs, though we love the simple “Icebreakers” idea pictured below. For you skeptics out there, we’ve seen these games done with more class than childishness. Print them on gorgeous stationery according to your wedding theme, and watch as your guests become fast friends.

Ala Cortez Photography

Memorable Guest Books

One of the first things your guests will do at your reception is sign a guest book. Make a lasting impression on them by picking a unique guest book that they’ll remember. We love creative ideas like having them sign Jenga blocks, pieces of a puzzle, or contributing to an artful display that you’ll keep forever.

An excellent seating chart

Every guest will need to figure out where they’re seated at your reception, and unfortunately this process is usually more disorganized than fun. Why not try and create a charming experience for your guests instead? We love the idea of having guests find their placecard, and leaving behind a Polaroid picture of themselves before they’re seated. This tricky hack doubles as a fun seating experience for your guests and an simple, visual way to remember everyone who attended your wedding.

Bonus hack: Wow your guests by having your seating chart double as wedding decor – they’ll be sure to applaud your creativity and resourcefulness.

Sarah Rhoads Photographers

(Shameless plug alert!) Everyone has a smartphone these days, and you can bet that they’ll be Instagramming their favorite moments and trying to look up their fellow guests on Facebook. Why not make it easy for them to get to know each other and share your wedding moments with a personal wedding app?

A DIY bar of some kind

Almost all of your wedding is planned to a T, so why not leave some parts up to the creativity of your guests? Let guests put together their own tasty treats with a DIY dessert bar. Some easy ideas might include a custom ice cream sandwich bar or a gourmet s’mores assembly station. We also love the idea of a DIY confetti bar, where guests can put together a colorful, custom bag of confetti to throw at your getaway.

Mirabelle Creations

A Kissing Menu for the Bride and Groom

Clinking glasses all night long to see the bride and groom exchange a couple of pecks can get a bit trite. Why not jazz it up a bit with a kissing menu? This way your guests will need to work together (and have some fun) before you reward them with a smooch.

Signature by Sarah

A special drink tasting or pairing

Booze is always a great way to get people more social – but why not add a twist and make it a little more interesting? Get an expert on your favorite alcohol to hold a tasting or pairing for your guests at your reception. If the groom is a scotch aficionado, hold a scotch and chocolate pairing. Other great ideas could be a wine and cheese pairing, or a speciality beer tasting (for all you hipsters out there).

Beacon Hill Chocolates

A spectacular send-off

Don’t underestimate the power of a spectacular send-off. Once guests are riding high on a night of dancing and drinks (open bar, right?) sending you off in wedding dresses uk can be a fun way to end the night. Make sure you have a fun way to let them participate in your send-off. Sparklers and confetti are tried and true choices, but don’t limit yourself to these! Other ideas may include having guests create and toss paper airplanes, or having them attach a secret note for the bride and groom on a balloon and letting it go!

Life Writing Photography

Door Hangers for the Morning After

Chances are, some of your guests over the age of 21 will have a headache to nurse in the morning. It’s the mark of a truly successful wedding, after all! Charm them by leaving the guests staying in hotels with custom do-not-disturb door hangers. They’ll thank you (and think you’re a genius) in the morning.

differentdesigns10 via Etsy

What do you think readers? We want to hear your favorite ideas from this list; the ones you want to use at your wedding. Or, did you have a really awesome way to entertain your guests that we haven’t mentioned here?

Sweetheart A-Line Tea-Length Appliques Wedding Dress

tea length wedding dresses

Silhouette: A-Line

Embellishment: Appliques

Hemline: Tea-Length

Neckline: Sweetheart

Sleeve Length: Sleeveless

Waist: Natural

Back Details: Zipper-up

Body Shape: All Sizes

Season: Summer

Style: Chic, Modern

Wedding Venues: Garden,Outdoor

Fully Lined: Yes

Built-in Bra: Yes

Petticoat: No