Around the Office: Laura Brown in Full Bloom
Well, that was fast! After just one day at InStyle, our new editor-in-chief’s office has transformed into a veritable garden bursting with congratulatory arrangements, including this gorgeous bouquet of red roses sent to her by none other than Orange Is the New Black star Uzo Aduba. Welcome aboard, Laura!
What I Wore to the VMAs
When it comes to the VMAs red carpet, anything goes. So I wanted to wear something quirky and colorful, but work-appropriate (I was reporting, after all). This tropical print Timo Weiland two-piece seemed to fit the bill—it even coincidentally matched the step and repeat! I paired it with the comfiest heels ever by Schutz, which didn’t fail me even after three-plus hours of standing on the white carpet. That deserves a Moonman, IMHO.
—Claire Stern, Associate Editor
We Belieb! To sartorially celebrate Justin Bieber’s Purpose tour, InStyle.com associate fashion editor Andrea Cheng rocked a sleeveless muscle T emblazoned with the singer’s face (and epic man bangs).
Get the look:
Tank: Forever 21
Skirt: Alexander Wang
Photo Credit: Sarah Balch for InStyle.com
TGIF Means Off-the-Shoulder Dresses
Two editors were spotted twinning it up outside our office in nearly identical off-the-shoulder dresses—both by Zara, natch. Great minds indeed think alike!
Claire Stern, InStyle Associate Editor (left)
Dress: Zara
Sunglasses: L'appel Eyewear
Roxanne Adamiyatt, MIMI Beauty Editor (right)
Dress: Zara
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban
Lipstick: Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick in Protect Chimps (out August 23)
Photo Credit: Kyleen James for InStyle.com
Catch a sneak peek of what September cover star Kerry Washington revealed in her InStyle interview, and watch behind-the-scenes video from our cover shoot [x]. To see the full feature, pick up the September issue of InStyle, available on newsstands and for digital download Friday, August 12.
How to Mix Prints Like An Editor
Here at InStyle, we are loving this weather! (And all of the warm-weather attire that comes with it) On this sunny spring day, InStyle.com Associate Editor Kelsey Glein (above) showed up to work in an adorable T-shirt + skirt combo that we absolutely love. The best part, she paired contrasting patterns like a pro and looked on-trend for the full workday ahead.
Get the look:
T-shirt: Free People
Skirt: Zara
Shoes: Converse
Watch: Apple
Bracelets:
Vanessa Arizaga
Cruciani
Pura Vida
Photo Credit: Mary Kang
Yes, You Can Wear Metallics to Work!
When Digital News Editor Hana Asbrink (left) and Editorial Assistant Anna Hecht arrived at work this A.M. in gilded shoes, we knew we’d spotted an InStyle office trend a-brewin’ for spring. Let these trendy workwear outfits be proof that you, too, can wear gold, or any metallic accessory for that matter, to work—so long as you pair it with an office-ready outfit.
Shop the Look:
Pants: J. Crew
Shoes: J. Crew
Shop the Look:
Vest: Banana Republic
Top: The Loft
Jeans: Gap
Shoes: Josefinas
Photo Credit: Kyleen James for InStyle.com
Hot off the Press! Get your April 2016 InStyle Issue
Inside the April issue of InStyle, actress and fashion icon Lupita Nyong'o—on the cover in a dress by Proenza Schouler, earrings by Jennifer Fisher, and rings by Louis Vuitton—talks candidly with writer Logan Hill about dodging the Oscar curse, diversity in Hollywood, and making an impact onscreen and off. Read parts of the interview below, and watch the behind-the-scenes video from the cover shoot above. To see the full feature, pick up the April issue of InStyle, available on newsstands and for digital download now.
How to Tie a Trench Coat—Front and Back
Andrea Cheng, InStyle.com Associate Fashion Editor
The hardest part about wearing a trench coat? What to do with the damn belt. We took it upon ourselves to seek out how to tie it in the chicest way possible—front and back. Check out our easy-to-follow GIF tutorials (complete with step-by-step tips) and learn how to knot a trench like a pro. And in case you’re wondering, our model is wearing the Babaton trench coat in Tawny ($295;aritzia.com).
THE FRONT
1. Pull the side of the belt without the buckle a bit longer, and cross over the side with the buckle.
2. Draw the long strap under and up to cinch. Let it hang.
3. Loop the strap sans buckle under the other, and pull horizontally.
4. Pull the strap without the buckle way from the body and through the loop.
THE BACK
1. Cross the side of the belt without the buckle under the other side.
2. Wrap the strap with the buckle over the other, and pull horizontally.
3. Pull the strap with the buckle under and through the circle you’ve created.
4. Pull the strap with the buckle through the loop.
5. Tighten the knot, and let hang.
Photo Credit: Sarah Balch for InStyle.com
The Best Songs to Play While Getting Dressed to Go Out
Ready for a fun-filled Friday night out? InStyle.com beauty editors have got you covered in the music department. Check out the songs we love jamming to in this playlist at InStyle.com. It’s bound to kick off your Friday night routine and get you going before you even head out.