Boudoir, a skillfully sexy fashion trend, is the perfect way to bring both playfulness and comfort to your summer style. In French, “boudoir” is used to describe a woman’s intimate, private space, such as the private chamber or dressing room. In the fashion world, “boudoir” refers to sensual, lingerie-inspired garments worn as outerwear. As the Spring/Summer 2009 Dolce & Gabbana show demonstrates, the style achieves a fresh, sleek look when a boudoir piece is paired with something simple and casual. Here are ways to take the look from runway to …

With killer cheekbones, flawless skin and adorable dimples that rival those of Miranda Kerr, it’s no wonder Liu Wen is hailed as a rising star in the modeling world. From humble beginnings as a tour guide in her hometown of Yongzhou, a province of Hunan, China, Liu Wen’s modeling career began when she entered the New Silk Road World Model Contest in the summer of 2005. Although she didn’t win the contest, prominent figures within the industry noticed her striking looks and willowy frame.
Within less than two years of launching …

The one fashion designer’s atelier that I’ve always wanted to visit is Colleen Quen’s in San Francisco. My dream could even become reality, since it’s right in my vicinity – maybe I’ll send her an email and cross my fingers.
From her swirling Georgia O’Keeffe gown to her impressionistic and architecturally genius couture dresses, Colleen Quen’s designs are every art history lover’s sartorial fantasy.  She is a real-life couturier who studied French couture – needless to say, she’s honest and organic.