Sure, you talk the talk, but are you ready to walk the walk? Positioned to be this season’s statement piece is the outgoing pair of pants, whether it’s a motif with fatal attraction, bewitching details, or hypnotic allover print, the legs have it. Just remember: the fancier your pants, the more restraint you need to show in your styling.

1. Stella McCartney Christine Paisley-Print Silk Pants: Is paisley the new floral? Now that Stella has something to do with it, the classical print is officially seeing a renaissance.
On Net-a-Porter for $745.

2. Doo.Ri Pleated Draped Pants: Take a breezy, free and easy approach with delightfully flowing palazzos in a geometric pattern.
On Shopbop for $1,125.

3. Dolce & Gabbana Lace-Print Cropped Low-Rise Skinny Jeans: Lace and tropical flowers come together on these day-to-night patterned jeans, cuffed for extra sass.
On Net-a-Porter for $745.

4. 3.1 Phillip Lim Celestial Print Pant: Take a walk in the clouds with Phillip’s dreamy, hazy drawstring interpretation.
At Barneys New York for $450.

5. Lanvin Serpent-Print Silk-Crepe Straight-Leg Pants: This deadly anaconda makes for the mother of all conversation pants. Lanvin went photorealist to spellbinding effects.
On Net-a-Porter for $2,430.

See Bag Snob Tina featured on Refinery 29′s ExtraChic Street-Style Snaps from Milan while in town for the Bottega Veneta Initials Program launch at Refinery29.com.

Sugar and spice and everything nice! That’s Zimmerman’s take on swimwear. Yet I consider them to be a brand brimming with edge. Their ruffled concoctions of girlish florals and abstract prints are unapologetically feminine, but they feel fresh, not saccharine. Besides, when you think about it, is there a more feminine garment than the bikini? (At least a garment you can wear outside without getting arrested).

Bra-style cups and miniature flounces will bring out your curves – in the right places. The Devoted bikini ($225) is a classic from the Australian label, but I’m feeling the modernity of the deliberately clashing Collector bandeau suit ($260). (This summer, it’s all about the mix-and-don’t-match two-piece.) If ruffle-adorned tatas aren’t for you, go with the tried-and-true triangle; this variation of the Collector ($250) just has 3D piping to emphasis the pattern mash-up. I’ve never been a floral swimsuit kind of girl, but these naughty and nice swimsuits just may have just changed my mind. Available on Net-a-Porter.

Steal The Look:
Cardigan: J.Crew Fine-Knit Merino Wool Cardigan
At Net-a-Porter for $90.
Sweater: T by Alexander Wang Boxy Crewneck Pullover
At MyTheresa for $198.
Blouse: Acne Crinkled Crewneck Shirt
At Barneys for $250.
Jeans: DL1961 Emma Legging Jeans
At Shopbop for $148.
Scarf: Burberry Cashmere Scarf
At Net-a-Porter for $425.

The Row Stretch Legging at Bergdorf Goodman for $375.

Are there two more deeply intelligent and influential designers of the past century than Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada? So it’s only logical that for Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, the Met Gala’s glamorous attendees brought out all the stops, with looks that ran the gamut from the fiercely elegant to the just plain fierce to the bravely eccentric. Here, my top looks of the decadent evening:

1. Rooney Mara: In her trademark Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci, Rooney is my favorite look of the night! Edgy, dangerous, elegant, classic: in lace and leather, she delivered it all.

2. Cate Blanchett: Befeathered, jet-black Alexander McQueen is fierce and strong, and I expected no less from Cate the Great.

3. Christina Ricci: Wrapped in Thakoon, these wild folds of fabric made for the most artistic and beautifully structured gown of the night.

4. Coco Rocha: This wasn’t just the most youthful color combo, Coco’s Givenchy pantsuit, Sergio Rossi pumps, and Kotur clutch measured up to the bravest outfit of the evening.

5. Nina Dobrev: In Donna Karan Atelier, this is exactly what a star should look like: regal, sparkling, and drop-dead gorgeous.

6. Carey Mulligan: Carey beckoned like a space-age siren in her fish scale-inspired Prada dress. Light-catching in gunmetal and gold, this glam mermaid wisely went for a classy updo and simplistic pumps.

7. Camilla Belle: Camilla is a thirties-era stunner in slinky Ralph Lauren. Her skinned glowed as much as her dress, and a bold Bordeaux lip brought a modern edge to a timeless femme-fatale look.

8. Emma Stone: The perky redhead looked like a scarlet princess in this ornate Lanvin cocktail look made especially for her by Alber Elbaz.

Tonight, we have fashion’s version of the Oscars, the Met Gala. Without a doubt, this is one of the most anticipated events of the year, and the clothing (and yes, couture) is stunning!

So take a load off, mix a cocktail, and watch the Red Carpet from the comfort of home at amazon.com/fashion!

The Aussies have a delightfully irreverent way with fashion and an quirky take on the high-low mix. The girls Down Under also know how to flaunt what they’ve got up top – without showing off all the goods. With Australian Fashion Week in full swing, Tommy Ton snapped up a handful of hotties who show us how to exhibit their bras with style, not sleaze.

How to work the look for yourself? First, choose a bra that looks like it’s intended to be seen (no smoothing Calvin Klein cups!), like one of T by Alexander Wang’s sporty staples with a boyish T, sans sleeves (buy it a couple sizes too big for a casual, anti-fitted look). Or do a more approachable spin on a racy, lacy number – try Stella McCartney’s floral-print as a less lingerie-heavy alternative – with a shock of leather. And the very bold might spring for wearing their full-coverage bra, like VPL’s insertion, as a top! With a sweet cardigan and wildly print pencil skirt, it’s almost even ladylike. Almost…

1. Sporty:

T by Alexander Wang Jersey Triangle Bra
On Net-a-Porter for $110.

A.L.C. Fiona Scoop Back Tee
On Shopbop for $135.

2. Rebel:

Stella McCartney Ilda Driving Soft Bra
At Barneys New York for $105.

Blouson Noir Waistcoat
At Browns Fashion for $637 (£395) from $1,267 (£785).

3. Lady Gone Vamp:

VPL Insertion Stretch-Cotton Soft-Cup Bra
On Net-a-Porter for $95.

Peter Pilotto Printed Stretch-Jersey Pencil Skirt
On Net-a-Porter for $910.

Bottega Veneta Snap-Front Cardigan
At Barneys New York for $1,020.

Acacia Cotton-Twill Blazer
On Net-a-Porter for $1,335.

Rebecca Taylor Summer Blossom Top
On Shopbop $175.

DL1961 Kate Crop Jeans
On Shopbop fro $168.

Burak Uyan Color-Block Cutout Leather Sandals
On Net-a-Porter $995.

Marc Jacobs Eugenie Quilted Clutch
On Neiman Marcus for $495.

Ralph Lauren Collection Alberta Raffia Sandals
On Net-a-Porter for $525.

Heidi Klein Reethi Strapless Dress
On MyThersa for $525.

Eugenia Kim Coral Sun Hat
At Neiman Marcus for $320.

Jennifer Lopez attended a press conference in LA on Monday, announcing her summer tour. If the dress she wore to the conference is any indication of what’s to come, I might consider front-row seats!

Selecting a statement look off of Lanvin’s Spring 2012 runway, Jennifer carries that snake, encrusted with giant Swarovski crystals, with the confidence of a snob who knows her stuff. Finished with a tousled, teased ponytail and Giuseppe Zanotti ankle-strap pumps, she looks ready to take on the world…tour or not.

This isn’t the first time that anaconda has slithered around a star. Emma Stone wore the same dress to a pre-Golden Globes party a few months ago, but if you ask me, La Lopez knocked it out of the park. Emma looked sweet and pretty – slightly too much so for a dress possessing such danger. And keeping Jennifer’s hair back and accessories strong drove the message home. Besides, a paneled dress as figure-conscious as this needs some serious curves!

Steal the look right off the woman herself and pick it up on Luisa Via Roma…for a cool $7,835. Add Giuseppe Zanotti’s double-platform pumps (at Barneys New York for $695) and all you’ll need is that J.Lo glow.

Here comes the bride…or does she? Marchesa’s bustling white confection might look frothy and fresh enough to sit atop a three-tiered cake, but this vivaciously ruffled dress could be decadent cocktails all the way. Whether you’re walking down the aisle or want to feel like you’re walking in the clouds, it could work either way. The betrothed snob who is going an alternative route (as in, no floor-length gown) would look divine in this silk-crepe creation – the bits of tulle creating a fanned triangle at the bottom even take on the effect of a mock train – but I would love to just wear it to a summer gala or A-list party.

Marchesa is known for their way with ruffles, and they didn’t hold back here. In any hue, neutral or bright, this dress might look tacky and over-the-top. But in the pure shade of white, it’s as innocent as it is awe-striking. Just don’t make the ultimate faux pas and wear this snowy dress to another girl’s wedding – or else you’ll be nothing but a wolf in sheep’s clothing. On Net-a-Porter for $3,500.

Pair with: Take it out of the fairy tale with a perky poppy-print pump. With a d’Orsay style, Christian Louboutin’s Volpi heel right silhouette and infuses a flirty burst of bright color. At Bergdorf Goodman for $995.

The confident and ever stylish Ginnifer Goodwin looked stunning wearing an H&M Conscious* gown from the fashion retailer’s new Exclusive Glamour Conscious Collection to the White House Correspondent’s Dinner on Saturday, April 28th.

This gorgeous evening dress features creamy white organic cotton and silk bouclé at the top, with an organza plissé meringue skirt – available in a limited edition of 1,000 pieces, each individually numbered. She proves that high fashion glamour doesn’t have to come at a high cost- in fact, the gown cost $299 to be exact.

Paired with her signature bold red lip and minimal accessories, Ginnifer’s eco-chic look clearly stole the spotlight at the nation’s capital.

Check out H&M’s entire Conscious Collection here.

Cutoff jean shorts might sound like a snob no-no, but on the contrary! A great pair of casual denim shorts is a brilliant way to complete a big, structured tote, nonchalant silk button-down (tucked in or knotted at the waist), and stellar flat sandals for a day of brunching and strolling. Or be daring and wear them with a denim shirt of a contrasting shade. Either way, the key is to keep the rest somewhat polished – and simple. These aren’t your average cutoffs!

1. Current/Elliott The Boyfriend Printed Low-Rise Denim Shorts: Everything is coming up roses this summer, especially denim. While long pants may feel like a major commitment to print, these are just a flash of floral.
On Net-a-Porter for $170.

2. Textile Elizabeth and James Dixon Printed Denim Cut-Off Shorts: Tie-dye takes a girly turn in warm pink and soft, cloudy white for the flirtiest cutoffs of the bunch.
On Net-a-Porter for $185.

3. J Brand Star Cutoff Shorts: Stars and denim usually have a cheesy, eighties vibe, but J.Brand’s are so nice and natural, this print projects a savvy edge.
On Shopbop for $165.

4. Christopher Kane x J Brand High-Rise Cutoff Short: It seems only natural for the avid neon-enthusiast to team up with a denim brand to create refreshing pink cutoffs in a refreshingly high-waisted silhouette.
At Barneys New York for $225.

5. Ksubi Alberceque Leopard-Embroidered Cut-Off Denim Shorts: This Australian label never ceases to have an exciting way with details, and touchable leopard-spot embroidery is no exception.
On Net-a-Porter for $245.

Me in my favorite cutoffs!

Lace is not going anywhere for the summer. Don’t think of it as a trend anymore but a classic fabric that can be as romantic, edgy, ladylike, or carefree as you want it to be. It all depends on the color (white is pure and classic; red says you’re a wild thing) and the silhouette. So will you take your lace naughty, nice, or somewhere in between this season?

1. DKNY Stretch-Lace Dress: An instantly enduring classic that works as well for daytime as evening (the white lining appropriates it). Just switch your chain-strap bag to a clutch and wedge to a stiletto, and you’ll be good to go.
On Net-a-Porter for $345.

2. Preen White and Pink Tilly Lace Skirt: Girly hues gone wild with this sheer pencil-turned-miniskirt. A frilly baby-peplum is the finishing touch. Wear this with hardcore jewels for maximum spice.
On Ssense for $2,175.

3. Matthew Williamson Rainbow Satin and Crochet-Appliquéd Lace Dress: Lace is sizzling, not sweet, in coral-red with sheer sleeves. Baroque appliqués introduce a new dimension for a transfixing effect.
On Net-a-Porter for $2,675.

4. Lover Wiccan Lace Mini-Dress: Super-short and strong-shouldered, lace is looking bold and brazen. Think Victorian goes burlesque! Will you dare to bare in this not-so-innocent take?
On Net-a-Porter for $1,200.

5. Diane von Furstenberg Johnseen Floral Lace Jumpsuit: Jumpsuits can be tricky to pull off, so if you’re going to do it, just go all out. Pale turquoise is lighthearted and this easy cut is equally fun.
On Shopbop for $385.

For Memorial Weekend. I’m going to the grand opening of Revel in Atlantic City. As a West Coaster, I’m a Vegas girl through and through. I’ve been going since I was a kid, so for me, Atlantic City is a whole new ballgame when it comes to getting dressed. And when you throw in Beyoncé (who is performing), I really have to step it up. Forget the down-and-dirty boardwalk – I intend to do the Vegas of the East in style.

I don’t want to go the usual route. Everyone will be sporting something shiny or black. I want color, but it’s got to be appropriate for evening, so I’m going to texture!

Alexander McQueen’s barnacle knit is unexpected but still has an ocean-side feel. Think intricate and beautiful. It’s less ornate than it appears and not shiny in the traditional way of sequins or metallic. With an architectural sandal-boot, like this vaguely bondage-inspired one by Walter Steiger and Paige Novick’s pebbly cuff, my Balmain clutch can do the sparkling. Tasteful is the keyword when you’re in Atlantic City – and even in Vegas. You never want to fit in too much! =)

Alexander McQueen Flared Barnacle-Intarsia Dress
On Net-a-Porter for $2,815.

Walter Steiger Multi-Band Sandal Boot
At Barneys New York for $1,070.

Balmain Amazon Clutch
At Barneys New York for $2,600.

Paige Novick Textured Silver Cuff
At Bergdorf Goodman for $380.

The word “overalls” might bring to mind four-year-old boys in OshKosh B’Gosh and Levi Strauss’ original railroad workers…Not to mention TLC in their CrazySexyCool days. But if there’s anything an adventurous snob can do, it’s reinventing the wheel. Or in this case, the functional jumpsuit.

It’s not just in the way you style it, it’s in the fit, too. Boy. By Band of Outsider’s gets “cool girl casual” just right with their louche take on olive khaki and a sense of looseness that sits low on the hips. And you have to admit, there’s something to be said for a piece of clothing that makes you feel like a kid all over again. Just be sure to wear this weekend garment (I’m thinking strictly weekends here, right?) with a laidback heel and a tank or tee that shows a little skin. Your label might say “boy,” but you don’t want to make them really believe it! On Net-a-Porter for $495.

1. Oscar de la Renta Contrast-Trim Knit Blazer
At Bergdorf Goodman for $1,790.

2. James Perse Loose-Fit Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
On Net-a-Porter for $50.

3. Citizens of Humanity Dani Cropped Straight Leg Jeans
On Shopbop for $189.

4. Repetto Lambskin Ballet Flat
At Saks Fifth Avenue for $265.

5. Hoorsenbuhs Silver & Pave Diamond Link Necklace
At Barneys New York for $5,700.

6. Prada Lips-Appliqué Clutch
At Bergdorf Goodman for $750.

7. Ray-Ban Erika Sunglasses
On MyTheresa for $159.

Scarlett Johansson looks radiant wearing PRADA to the London premiere of ‘Avengers Assemble’ last night! The tri-color raso silk and lace strapless dress enriched with a red ‘super posé’ rose embroidered bust, black raso peplum waist, and navy on black guipure lace skirt is from the Prada Spring Summer 2012 collection.

I don’t know many who can pull this off and still look so fresh, dewy and youthful. This dress is on the mature side and has way too much going on for my taste but the young starlet makes it work with her glowy skin and lack of jewels. I also love the fairy like braided up-do. A clean face and bold red lips complete her dramatic look. What do you think of this look on Scarlett?

There’s nothing better than feeling energetic and active. Even though you could never tear me away from my structured cocktail dresses and teeter-totter stilettos, I do love myself a good kickboxing class. Heck, without it I might not look too hot in a body-hugging mini or be able to stomp the pavement in heels all day. And for those reasons, three cheers for getting sporty! Here are my top picks that might help you motivate at the gym:

1. Victoria Beckham Denim Cotton-Jersey Track Pants: Forget Sporty Spice! Leave it to Posh to create sweatpants a snob could say yes to. Multicolored flecks and shots of yellow details breathe life into heather-gray.
On Net-a-Porter for $230.

2. Alexander Wang Mesh-Paneled Stretch-Jersey Dress: Even the most dedicated gym rats need to toss on a snug little dress every once in awhile (isn’t that the point of all that working out?!). Think of this as a super-sexy, edgy take on golf-wear.
On Net-a-Porter for $475.

3. Adidas by Stella McCartney Printed Tennis Dress: Even if you squirm at the sight of a racket, this flattering dress might be enough to inspire you to hit the courts, even if you just sit on the side, a la Andre Leon Talley.
At Neiman Marcus for $120.

4. DRKSHDW by Rick Owens Hooded Cotton and Leather Top: Nothing like a little leather to make a sweatshirt more palatable! Sport and street come together fluidly on this post-gym staple.
On Net-a-Porter for $1,255.

5. Lisa Marie Fernandez Lisa Marie Tankini: Lisa was the first to do scuba style, before it was an actual trend, and her trademark swimsuit exudes surfer-girl appeal. And you actually could attempt to ride a wave in it without flashing the entire beach!
At Barneys New York for $355.