Naveed Hussain

Naveed Hussain, stylist and fashion editor, has a BA in art history and extensive knowledge in the history of fashion and social media outreach. Naveed also covers fashion, music and art and was assistant to the owner & editor at VagabondNyc, where he also contributed to FocusOnStyle. Naveed has unlimited access to current and future fashion news & trends. He has worked as a buyer and has styled for The Dallas Morning News, The Chicago Tribune, and The New York Times.

Must-Have… Christopher Kane’s Crochet Cardigan

Like fellow powerhouse Miuccia Prada, we wait with bated breath to see what kind of mind-boggling, jaw dropping references London designer Christopher Kane is about to release onto fashion's trend radar for season's to come. From intricate floral embroideries placed on patent leather to haute 90's notes from the likes of Gianni Versace and Dolce & Gabbana, he's taken us on a wild, un-assuming ride and made our wardrobes all the better for it while becoming a renowned pioneer of the new & the must-have. WE KNOW YOU WANT IT: Get the sweater here This season he touched upon a reference we'd have never seen coming; the mundane, hippie-minded granny-chicness of crochet knits and we've been coveting his sci-fi twisted crocheted knit cardigans and separates ever since. In Kane's hands,

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Red State- Mastering A Bold Holiday Dress

What to wear for the holidays? We've got the answers in a fab red dress! With the holidays come special occasion dinner parties & celebrations that call for festive dresses that make an elegant statement and with red being a go-to hue of the moment and just about any holiday season, there are so many fantastic red holiday dresses this season, but here we've culled a few of our favorites with notes on how to best wear them.  After-all, nothing says holiday cheer more than the rush of a knock-em dead scarlet number. Not into to that much red, or want to amp it up even more? Try some bold red lips, like Olivia Wilde, here. Consider the provocative allure you'll radiate in Roksanda Ilincic's brazen

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Get the Look- Florence Welch’s Fall Street Style

I’ll Have What She’s Having: Perfect autumnal essentials that should have you ready-to-go anywhere, from work to play Last week in London musician Florence Welch stepped out in a smart, autumnal minded ensemble that had us yearning for rich paisley prints and chic layering options. Follow Welch's lead and look for pieces in your wardrobe and in-store that boast heritage prints in color-ways that evoke the warmth of the fall seasons's palette in elegant tried-&-true silhouettes and pair them with accessories that anchor the mood for an ultra-luxe head-to-toe look. Her navy 40's inspired edwardian coat makes for the perfect topper over a graphic belted Vilshenko midi dress while her Mulberry satchel's subtle hardware adds a touch of modernity to

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Celebrity Style In Focus- Elisa Sednaoui

I'll Have What She's Having: Perfectly cut pieces that always look right... Although she is an Italian native, actress and model Elisa Sednaoui often tends to cut a dynamic swath around the globe in pieces that are sublimely chic however simple enough to let her casual yet sexy nuanced way of wearing looks stand-out. And while she is a natural stunner with ample sex appeal to boot, we tend to look at her unique sartorial choices as a clever cue on how to make more formal pieces seem relaxed and manageable while maintaining the requisite amount of confidence and polish. In fact her sense of style is so spot on and yet subversive enough that we had initially mistaken Sednaoui

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Must-Have…Junya Watanabe’s Peplum Jacket

Leave it to the genius of Junya Watanabe to conjure up the prim, old-world regality of Christian Dior's iconic bar jackets into an updated motorcycle hybrid shape to let the associations run wild this season with his must-have luxury moto peplum jacket. Part urban warrior, part ladies-who-lunch, we can see it working wonders with a myriad of pairings from proper pencil skirts for day, to a voluminous maxi dress come night and a pair of crisp cigarette pants come weekend errands. Looking put-together and shamelessly cool has never seemed so easy until we saw this covetable beauty on the runway and suggest you consider its multitude of effortlessly wearable directions today at Barneys.com.  Do you love the look of a

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Holiday Hostess Gift Guide

With the beginning of the holiday season and its many festivities just around the corner, we've put together the ultimate gift guide perfect for the hospitable hostesses in your life. From Lladro's unique conversation vases to an exclusive wine-of-the-month membership, there's something thoughtful and budget friendly to gift everyone with for the good times ahead. Consider Lladro's festive and uber cool graphic harlequin vases(above) that make for a unique gift that's destined to be cherished for years to come and if those two beauties are a bit out of your reach, think about a glorious illustrated coffee table book like the newly released one from Christian Louboutin that's perfect for the shoe-crazed diva in all of us. -Naveed Hussain SHOP

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Actress Jaime King Don’s A Fun Holiday Ready Frock On The Red Carpet

Ultra-cute actress Jaime King donned one of the most playful little-black-dresses that we've seen on the red carpet in a long while at the 16th annual GQ "Men Of The Year" party last week in Los Angeles. In basic black, the dress's flouncy a-line hem, graphic embroidery and peek-a-boo bust-line go well with King's simple make-up and elegant, sleek hair for a look that's full of grown-up energy. Take a cue from the actress this holiday season and look for polished pieces that make a play on traditional silhouettes with unexpected details that are reserved enough to have a forever-chic appeal. On King, you can see that the abbreviated proportions of the dress are just right while her Adeler 14k

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Celebrity Style In Focus- Diane Kruger

While German actress Diane Kruger is a naturally gorgeous, elegant blonde, it's her on-the-mark sophisticated style that continues to grab our attention. Unlike many of her red carpet peers, Kruger often opts for frocks that are deliciously feminine and strike a harmonious balance between old-Hollywood glamor while maintaining a thoroughly modern, non vintage vibe for looks that exude a fresh charm and collected cool. That's not to say that the actress's style is strict or predictable, quite the contrary in fact. What makes her one to watch, channel and applaud is her flawless taste and grasp of wearing the right thing at the right time with an excellent sense of dress. We've seen her don everything from decadent evening gowns

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Complete Carven- Everything You’ll Want From Spring 2012

Being big fans of Carven, the young chicster's go-to label for individual and achingly cool pieces, as we are, you can imagine how excited we are to take in all that's set to come out for Spring 2012. From the best separates to a trove of must-have bags, jewels and shoes, it looks safe to say that til spring, we'll be pining away for the chance to nab as much Carven as we can. Take a look at some of our favorites and check out the complete range's slideshow below. A cute pairing of full-on prints looks disarmingly chic while the outfits shoes add a grounding dose of strength to an otherwise girlie look that's become the labels signature. This

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Celebrity Maternity Style- A Pregnant Bryce Dallas Howard Shines in Custom BCBG MAX AZRIA

Pregnant Actress Bryce Dallas Howard managed to break a few maternity wear superstitions while recently on the red carpet and looked all the better for it! In head-to-toe BCBG & Max Azria, her custom dress with its high gathered waist and electric orange tie-belt poms throws that old-world idea of avoiding bright colors into the water with its sublime celadon hue while her tailored jacket highlights her baby bump rather than conceal it and makes her appear leaner and effortlessly put together. If you're expecting, think about breaking the rules with pieces that accentuate your joyous moments with bold, unexpected pops of color in simple, manageable shapes that don't force you to sacrifice looking your best at all times. -Naveed

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Get The Look- Miranda Kerr’s Polished Street Style

I'll Have What She's Having: Timeless Luxury Basics Take a cue from model Miranda Kerr's easy, chic and timeless pulled together look while out in NYC and look out for classic, well-fitting separates that let the eye focus on the quality of your gear while maintaining a casual look that's ready to go and fuss-free. In her case, patent leather lady-like pumps add a dose of uptown chic to an otherwise ho-hum pairing of a white tee and skinny jeans and are an elegant alternative to something a bit more sporty while her oversized Celine leather tote adds interest thanks to its rich bordeaux hue and subtle brass details. The trick is to keep it simple yet ultra-luxe with pieces

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Glamour Girls- “TWILIGHT- BREAKING DAWN” Premiere

Kristen Stewart and Ashley Greene, the starlets of Twilight's "Breaking Dawn," are being touted as striking a fierce fashion face-off against each other at the movie's recent premiere and while we think that's just a bunch of Hollywood hype for you, we have to admit that in our books, Stewart's ensemble(and date!) clearly make her the winner. For one, Greene's(above & below) strapless scarlet floor-length Donna Karan number with a swirling lace insert effect ages the young actress as its a tad too formal while having a loose, clumsy silhouette. And compared to Stewart's J. Mendel column dress with its devore velvet fabrication in a rich abstract texture with sheer panels and a come-hither slit, it also brings to mind

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On the Marc Holiday Treats for Everyone from Marc Jacobs

Surveying Marc by Marc Jacobs and his mainline collection together we've culled a covetable, colorful assortment of goods that are certain to add a boast of riotous cheer for you and your loved ones just in time for the holidays. Above, a bright metallic contrast tote from Marc Jacobs. Highlights from Marc by Marc Jacobs: An assortment of ultra-girly jewels is certain to dazzle those in your life for many a season to come thanks to their quirky takes on classic, irresistible shapes. SHOP: Marc by Marc Jacobs at Shopbop and MarcJacobs.com   This bold contrasting bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs marries a classic top-handle frame with the ease of a carry-all shoulder purse while adding a much needed burst of techno-pop

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