Spring Trendspiration: Mod Squad

I know it might seem a tad early to start thinking about spring fashion when it hasn't even started snowing yet, but there's no harm thinking ahead when it comes to wardrobe inspiration.

One of the top trends for Spring 2013 will be the swinging sixties, baby. Considering Edie Sedgwick is my all time favorite style icon, I am ecstatic for the clothes to come. Until it's time to shop for your warm weather wardrobe, here's some Mod Squad trendspiration to tide you over.

Marc Jacobs Spring/Summer 2013

 Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2013

Michael Kors Spring/Summer 2013

Edie Sedgwick

 Twiggy, 1967.

 Natalia Vodianova in Vogue, September 2011. Photo by Mert & Marcus.

Veruschka (left)

 Gabor Jurina on the cover of Fashion magazine. September 2012.

 Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg

Jean Shrimpton

For more 1960s trendspiration, check out my Mod Squad Pinterest board.

Top 20 Best Dressed at The Costume Institute Gala 2011

The Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual Costume Institute Gala is the superbowl of fashion. Rather than play it safe like at the Oscars, attendees take risks on their attire, which is why it's my favorite fashion event of the year. This year's exhibit is "Savage Beauty," a retrospective entirely devoted to Alexander McQueen's work, so its guests came dressed to impress in over-the top couture. Here are my picks for the event's best dressed.

1. Daphne Guinness in Alexander McQueen

Who wears McQueen better than eccentric heiress Daphne Guinness? That would be no one.


2. Natalia Vodianova in vintage Valentino Haute Couture (with Valentino Garavani)

The supermodel always looks divine, but I'm particularly obsessed with the fur and feather details on this gown.

3. Miranda Kerr in Marchesa.

It's seriously incredible that this woman JUST had a child. Also, I'm a sucker for anything resembling a tutu.

4. Shalom Harlow in Marchesa.

 The supermodels really brought it at this event. I wanted someone to wear this to the Oscars, but it's much more perfect for this event!

5. Hamish Bowles in Alexander McQueen and Christian Louboutin shoes (with Amar'e Stoudemire)

 The Vogue editor can do no wrong in my eyes. Loving this wacky suit on him. And did you read his profile of Amar'e awhile back? Hysterical.

6. Anna Wintour in Chanel Haute Couture.

 Gorgeous and unique, this sequined Chanel gown looks like it was made for the queen of Vogue.

7. Madonna in Stella McCartney.

 I love how this gown is both modern and vintage looking. The stars running down the back give it a quirky edge, but the train and puffed shoulders make it look very Harlowesque.

8. Diane Kruger in Jason Wu.

 Sexy, yet demure. Chic, yet attention getting. Perfection.

9. Jennifer Lopez in Gucci.

 I love this color on her, and the flowered bolero definitely makes a statement.

10. Blake Lively in Chanel Haute Couture (with Karl Lagerfeld)

 The sheer details on this gown make it unique. I kinda wish I had Blake's life. Or at least her friends.

11. Karen Elson in Alexander McQueen.

 This gold leaf creation is beyond stunning and perfect with Elson's flame red hair. Another gown with a gorgeous sheer skirt.

12. Rihanna in Stella McCartney.

 Totally over the top, but perfect for the Met Gala. I love how Rihanna's long braid gives her look more edge and matches the carpet. Her emerald earrings give it a contrasting finishing touch.

13. Rosie Huntington Whiteley in Burberry.

 Maxim's Hottest Woman in the World is so glamourous in this satin gown. Love.

14. Sarah Jessica Parker in Alexander McQueen.

 Parker was a great friend to McQueen, and she truly looks fantastic in his designs. The hair, makeup and jewelry look flawless as well.

15. Hilary Rhoda in Alexander McQueen.

 The model shows off her legs in this exquisitely tailored McQueen tuxedo minidress. I love the tails on her jacket. Classic McQueen. The hair and makeup also looks super chic.

16. Arizona Muse in Altuzarra.

 I love how Arizona always looks like she jumped straight out of the pages of an F. Scott Fitzgerald novel. Her flapperish Altuzarra complements her signature style and I adore those fur strap heels!

17. Isabel Lucas in Louis Vuitton.

 The waist band on this gown accentuates the actress' teeny tiny waist, and her amazing headpiece makes her stand out amongst the loads of more famous celebrities.

18. Hailee Steinfeld in Stella McCartney.

For such a young star, Hailee actually gets fashion. Or her stylist does. Either way, she looks fabulous!

19. Mariacarla Boscono in Givenchy Haute Couture (with Riccardo Tisci)

I've always loved this fantastic beaded and feathered and gown, and it looks fabulous on the red carpet.

20. Tie: Janelle Monae in Chanel and Anna Dello Russo in Alexander McQueen.

Definitely a bitch stole my look moment, but I couldn't choose just one. Janelle owns the pantsuit look, but ADR is wearing an egg on her head, so it was too hard to decide. Both look equally fierce!

Girl Crush! Natalia Vodianova

Natalia Vodianova's first cover of American Vogue with models Daria Werbowy (left) and Gisele Bundchen (right). September 2004. Photo by Steven Meisel.

I remember when gorgeous Russian model  Natalia Vodianove debuted in the modeling world. Doe-eyed and innocent, she looked like a sweet little Precious Moments doll. I think the pivotal moment of her career was in 2004, when she shared her first American Vogue cover with Daria Werbowy and Gisele.   The photo, by Steven Meisel, was stunning and the makeup, by Pat McGrath was luminous and breathtaking. My best friend and I obsessed over that cover in high school. Daria was always my favorite and Natalia was hers. 

Photo by Paolo Roversi

Vodianova is a perfect archetype of a real-life Cinderella. Before her modeling career took off, the teenager used to sell fruit on the street with her single mother in Russia. Determined to leave the life of poverty behind her, the 15-year-old enrolled in a modeling academy, learned English in three months, and signed with Viva models in Paris two years later.

Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2008 ad campaign. Photo by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.

Since then, Vodianova became one of the most sought-after models in the world, founded a successful charity for poor Russian children, and married a billionaire British property heir.

Above: In American Vogue. July 2007. Photo by Mario Testino

It's been fun to watch Vodianova's transformation from Bambi-like runway model to sex kitten editorial powerhouse and budding actress. Her famous blue eyes killed (literally) as Medusa in Clash of the Titans, and she also stars in the upcoming flick Belle de Signeur. The world class philanthropist and society darling is a front row fixture at all the best fashion shows and counts some of the biggest celebs as her nearest and dearest friends. And despite all of her extra endeavors, her modeling career is still on fire: the supermodel has current contracts with Etam, Calvin Klein, Guerlain, Stella McCartney and Givenchy.



Etam Lingerie. Spring/Summer 2010

In High Fashion magazine. August 2000.

Chanel Beauty Spring 2008 ad campaign.

Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2010 ad campaign with Christy Turlington (right) and Karen Elson (middle). Photo by Steven Meisel.

On the cover of Love Magazine Spring/Summer 2010. Photo by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott

On the cover of Vogue Korea.  Photo by Steven Meisel.

With models Amber Valetta (left) and Linda Evangelista (right)

At the Harper's Bazaar Women of the Year party in 2010

On the cover of Vogue Russia. March 2008. Photo by Steven Meisel.

February 23, 2010. Hosting the Love Ball London for her charity, 

The Naked Heart Foundation.

Above: On the cover of British Vogue. June 2009. Photo by Mario Testino.

At Vogue Paris' 90th Anniversary Masquerade Ball, September 30, 2010.
 

As Marisa Berenson in "The Great Pretender" editorial in American Vogue. May 2009. Photo by Steven Meisel.

Above: Calvin Klein Euphoria Fall/Winter 2009 ad campaign. Photo by Steven Meisel.

Above: In "Dream Girl" editorial. Vogue China. May 2010. Photo by Patrick Demarchelier.

Front row with Vogue editor Anna Wintour at 

Christopher Kane's Spring/Summer 2010 fashion show.

On the cover of Vogue Italia. April 2008. Photo by Steven Meisel.