Citizens of Humanity Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook

Denim maintains its supremacy in fashion this season. With a comprehensive list of styles and outfits ideas, the Citizens of Humanity spring/summer 2012 lookbook makes the hunt for the hottest denim piece simpler and more convenient.

Denim will never go out of style and with the multitude of fabulous style choices available today it's easy to understand why. Looking for the perfect pair of jeans might be a challenging task, yet the Citizens of Humanity brand makes it easy by offering several alluring choices to choose from in its spring 2012 lookbook. Casual and effortless choices, figure flattering jeans and a mix of washes for an added diversity are all present in the latest collection.

The great diversity of styles available is a clear sign that solely focusing on the hottest fashion trends is not the main concern of the brand. If acid washed jeans have taken a back seat in the last few seasons, the brand anticipates the need for a quick and easy comeback. However, colored styles and even prints are also included in the extensive collection created by the brand in order to satisfy the consumer need for a quick update. Utilitarian urban accents can be sensed in the slim fitting flared styles while a boho chic vibe is noticeable on the loose fitting ones.

Shorts, vests, flared pants, rolled up jeans or skirts of varying lengths are the seriously chic pieces that tempt us to include them in our closets in the new season and it can be incredibly hard to resist the versatility that such pieces can add to our outfits of choice. Naturally, finding the best choices depends greatly on your body shape and the impression you are trying to create. Finding a flattering alternative should not be a problem due to the extensive styles provided by the company.

While not the main emphasis of the collection, paying attention to all the tees and the accessories included in the collection is also worthwhile since it can provide you with interesting intuitive choices to vary your look without making too many upfront investments. Pastel colored tees or striped ones, flat gladiator inspired sandals and belts are some of the alternatives used by the brand. Update your closet with high quality denim pieces that will stand the test of time and make you look fabulous every time.

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Layered Long Hairstyle Trends 2012

As the latest trends suggest, long hairstyles should have lots of texture and movement in 2012. Play up your locks with face framing layers that will instantly create on-trend volume and texture, but not before checking out some layered long hairstyle ideas for 2012!

Pump up flat and lifeless locks with a quick beauty fix. Consider experimenting with layers to discover the natural movement and definition this hairdressing trend can give to your locks. Layered long hairstyles continue to conquer the heart of all celebs and topmodels. If you're ready to kiss goodbye to your dull, lifeless locks, go for one of these impressive long hairstyles. It's not necessary to spend hours in front of the mirror to keep your tresses in top shape. Complete your styling kit with shine serum and texturizer to sport versatile styles each time you're in the mood of making dramatic changes in your look.

Face-framing layers add length and refinement to your cascading tresses. Use volumizers to prevent the boring look of plain strands. Use a flat iron to score super-sleek texture or you can also embrace your natural texture for a young and modern look. In need of a head-turning twist in your long hair, you can also consider the impact of the latest bangs and fringe designs. Combine your soft or heavy layers with blunt bangs to rise above the crowd with a fierce new look.

Razored, shaggy layers allow you to go bold and extravagant with your locks. Muss up the tresses with a tiny amount of texturizer and sport your edgy layers with confidence. On the other hand, you can also stick to a neat and refined structure which can be easily achieved with the help of smoothing cream. These products should definitely feature in your basic styling kit. Try not to overstyle your locks and keep them with a natural feel attached. These in-salon looks offer you an insight into the way professional hairdressers managed to take the layering techniques to the next level.

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Escada Spring Summer 2012 Ad Campaign

Take advantage of the amazing power of classy attire options to create a seductive elegant look that will make you become a fashion icon without tons of effort by taking a closer look at the Escada spring/summer 2012 campaign.

Structured, perfectly fitting pieces might be the main style highlights of the new season, yet indulging in elegant, loose fitting attire options can be surprisingly refreshing and liberating if done correctly. If elegant classy yet seemingly undemanding fashion alternatives are go to styles for the new season, you'll be head over heels with the new spring 2012 Escada ad campaign which focuses on these exact principles.

Classy and sultry are not necessarily two notions that have to be mutually exclusive and the lust-worthy attire options that stand right at the border of refined and classy and casual and seductive are a wonderful illustration of this fashion mantra. Well defined structure with a twist can make even the most conservative attire choices smoking hot and Iselin Steiro sure helps to get this important point across within seconds.

Colorful jumpsuits, flowy dresses, body sculpting suits, masculine blouses and a confident attitude are all the ingredients needed for a head turning look this season according to the brand. No need to stress over creating elaborate structures or go overboard by selecting flashy accessories in order to stand out. In fact, choosing adaptable, functional accessories is best if you are keen on keeping things practical and simple.

Adding a mysterious allure to your look couldn't be simpler with the help of the season's most representative accessory, sunglasses, which paired with a purposely messy vibe given by a fabulous hairstyle will automatically ensure the 'wow' factor. With accessories like flat sandals, thin belts and simple long necklaces, the irresistible touch is intensely magnified. Create your best looks with simple style rules by taking inspiration from the alluring outfits displayed.

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Coco Rocha for Longchamp Spring 2012 Campaign

Coco Rocha stars in the new Longchamp spring 2012 campaign alongside model Liisa Winkler and professional dancer Alexia Level. Fresh, funny and dynamic, the French house's campaign is the perfect expression of the Longchamp spirit.

The latest Longchamp spring 2012 campaign, starring Canadian models Coco Rocha and Liisa Winkler, is energetic, fun and fresh. "We really wanted to show this woman very active in the city, very dynamic," said Sophie Delafontaine, the house's creative director. Captured by Dane Shitagi in Manhattan and Dumbo, the campaign follows the girls while running and dancing in the streets. Both models have dance backgrounds and are joined in the Longchamp campaign by professional dancer Alexia Level. The choreography was made by Blanca Li who said that they tried to make a fresh and original movie.
Coco Rocha wrote on her blog that, "I had so much fun with this dog, and yes, he was literally pulling me in every direction – that’s not acting!"

Indeed, the new Longchamp campaign is extremely refreshing and cheerful. The Longchamp woman becomes playful and is not afraid to take chances chasing after dogs and hopping over police barricades. "The Longchamp woman is free, independent and plays with fashion. An active woman, full of energy, contemporary. Cosmopolitan, she looks for enjoyment while remaining chic, elegant and fashionable," Sophie Delafontaine said.

The brand's spring 2012 handbag collection features numerous designs from casual and functional to a timeless, glamorous and elegant style. Longchamp brings lots of stylish goodies such as a new interpretation of a modern Amazon, a contemporary embodiment of the legendary warriors, in an exquisite line of saddlery-inspired bull-calf leather accessories, but also the famous Légende bags inspired by former doctor’s bags with their structured form, which is the collection’s signature. The brand also adopts an exotic theme with a discreet graphic design for an incredibly on-trend result.

The legendary house branched out from its handbag mainstays and ventured into ready-to-wear, footwear and other accessories. "The Longchamp brand is expanding on an international scale, needing to cope with this continuous movement as it always did with its collections, collaborations and more recently with its ready-to-wear line. The choice of the 'creative movement' concept perfectly answers to Longchamp's identity," said Marie-Sabine Leclercq, head of global communications at Longchamp.

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