About.com Women's Fashion: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
New Leggings
Basic leggings have become a fashion staple, but this spring designers offer us so many new choices in leggings.
Angelina Jolie Rune Style H on Wrist
See all of Angelina Jolie's tattoos.
Renee Zellweger, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Renee Zellweger.
Fashion flashback
Take a walk down a stylish memory lane as we review youthful trends of the past 50 years in fashion.
White Shirt
The perfect white shirt for right now -- a white soft washed oxford.
Audio - fashion designer name pronunciation
Net exclusive! Find out how to pronounce fashion designer names using these free audio clips!
U.S. Junior Size Chart
Bright Jacket
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Buy a Leather Jacket
Everything you need to know before buying a leather jacket or coat.
Halle Berry, 74th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Halle Berry.
Penelope Cruz, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Penelope Cruz.
Learn the lingo: Teen style glossary
Learn the lingo: Teen fashion glossary Beater Bling bling Boy briefs Cami Camo Cargos Chandelier earrings
What to wear back to school
Teen fashion alert! Find out what to wear on the first day of school, from About's teen fashion expert.
DIY Fashion Makeover in 5 Days
DIY Fashion Makeover in 5 Days
Sweater Dresses
Sweater dresses are the season's hottest trend. Find our favorites here.
Jennifer Lopez, 2004
Browse through a photo gallery of memorable Golden Globe dresses from some of the best-dressed celebrities in Hollywood, including Jennifer Lopez
What to wear on a first date
Banish pre-date jitters with our easy-to-follow fashion advice on what to wear.
Salma Hayek, 72nd Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Salma Hayek.
Red Carpet Couples Fashion
The next time you get dressed for a special occasion, take a cue from celebrity couples on the red carpet. Learn the Do's and Don'ts of dressing as a couple.
Carolina Herrera
Find out more about your favorite fashion designers, including Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Diane Von Furstenberg, Donatella Versace, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan.
Formal Dresses
When the occasion calls for a formal dress, go all out with beautiful and glamorous gowns. Find out which dressy dresses make the cut with our guide to top looks in formal dresses.
Are you a fashion disaster? - Women's Fashion
Are you a fashion disaster? Take the quiz and find out
Colorblock Dress
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Sienna Miller: Boho Meets Robin Hood
Ever wonder how beautiful people with clothes by any designer they want and professional stylists still seem to flub it up so badly? We do too! Find out more with our 10 Celebrity Fashion Don'ts.
Blocked Poncho
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Look Taller and Slimmer
An easy How To about looking tall and lean in your clothing.
How to Wear Skinny Jeans
Love the new skinny jeans but not sure how they'll work for you? Find out how to make this new trend work for your figure.
NY Fashion Week
Twice a year American designers show their fashion designs to a crowd of journalists, buyers, celebrities and social types at New York Fashion Week. Find out more about Fashion Week and why it's a must-attend event for fashionistas from around the world.
All about fit
Get the scoop on why your clothes never fit.
Cargos
Cargos -- from cargo pants to military-inspired pieces -- take center stage this season. See our faves.
Julia Roberts, 73rd Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Julia Roberts
Liv Tyler, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Liv Tyler.
What We Wear to Work
Are sleeveless shirts, open-toed shoes and heavy makeup outlawed at your office? Or are flip-flops, jeans and T-shirts standard office wear? Find out how your office dress code stacks up, and learn the basics of a work-ready wardrobe.
Calvin Klein
Find out more about America's modern visionary, fashion designer Calvin Klein.
Sequin Shift
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Budget Cocktail Dresses
Cocktail dresses for every body under $200.
How to find your size - Women - FASHION
How to find your size - Women, from your About.com Guide
Find your brand
We'll show you how to find your favorite brand of clothing the easy way by going straight to the apparel manufacturer.
A definition of fashion
Learn exactly what fashion is, who decides what's "in," where the fashion centers of the world are and more in this definition of fashion basics.
Easy figure fixes
Find the answers to your figure problems and learn to dress around them.
Avoid Being a Fashion Victim
Are you in danger of being a fashion victim? Follow these simple steps to fad-proof your wardrobe.
10 Fall Fashion Classics
Trends come and go, but classics should make up the core of your wardrobe to keep you going from year to year. Find out which 10 fall items you need to own to build a timeless wardrobe.
Charlize Theron, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Charlize Theron.
Spring Fashion Trends
Denim dressing, military looks, plaid and shirtdresses are all looks you'll love to wear in spring fashion.
Hot or Not? When Trends Die
If you're wondering whether that great low-waisted pair of pants you bought last year look, well, a little too last year, we'll help you decide when a trend has died.
Are You a Fashion Expert?
Are You a Fashion Expert? Take the quiz and find out! You're always giving fashion advice to friends
Nicole Kidman, 72nd Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Nicole Kidman.
Teen fashion - Fashion 101 for teens, The Basics
Casey's Clicks Fashion 101: The Basics It's easy to find trendy stuff: fashion mags and stores are loaded
Colorspliced Dress
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
8 Ways to Flatter a Bottom-Hea
Learn how to dress for a bottom-heavy figure. Use style tricks to flatter your figure and play up your assets.
The Right Bag for Your Body
Are you schlepping around a huge bag? Do you admire how other women's bags seem to compliment, not clash, with their style? Find out how to choose the right handbag for your body.
Prom style for guys
Get great prom style tips for guys, including how to coordinate with your date, dress like yourself and more. From About's teen expert.
Fashion over 50
Everything you need to know about fashion for women over 50.
Dress 10 Lbs. Slimmer
It's easy to look 10 lbs. thinner when you know the secrets of getting dressed. Find out with this simple primer.
What to Wear to a Class Reunio
Whether it's your 10th or 50th, we have great fashion ideas for dressing well for you class reunion.
Colorblock Tube Dress
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Party Definitions
What to wear to a party, including definitions for black tie, formal dress and more!
U.S. Plus Size Chart
Before You Buy Handbags
Get the down-low on handbags, from trendy labels to budget-conscious styles.
What to Wear with Bermudas
Bermuda, or knee-length shorts, or the hottest look for summer. But do you know how to wear these trendy shorts? Find out now.
Career Looks on a Budget
Find great career looks for women without breaking the bank.
A Return to Glamour
Glamour returned to the Academy Awards with gorgeous, full-length gowns, pretty updos, and a general sense of elegance (even most of the men wore traditional tuxes).
Julia Roberts, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Julia Roberts.
Formal Hair Style
Formal hair style doesn't have to mean a stiff updo. A sexy, long hair style is youthful and fresh and looks especially great with a strapless dress. Get inspiration from this runway picture of long, sexy hair and tips for pulling off your formal long hair look.
Marcia Gay Harden, 73rd Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Marcia Gay Harden.
Classic Leather Jacket styles
Get product information on classic leather jacket styles so you can comparison shop for the leather jacket that suits you the best.
Sex and the City Style
Everything you need to know about 'Sex and the City' style, including trends and where to buy them.
Fashion Over 40
Women over 40 can be just as sexy and vital looking as their younger counterparts. Find out what style expert Kim Johnson Gross has to say that keep your shoes, hair, clothes and makeup looking fresh and pretty.
Sofia Coppola, Academy Awards '04
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Sofia Coppola.
Denim Trends
Let us help you find a perfect pair of jeans, from basic denim styles to cords. Click through to our favorite looks including skinny, dark denim and lowrise jeans.
Colorbanded Cocktail Dress
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Brad and Jen's wedding
Actors Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston celebrate their nuptials in haute style
Oprah, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Oprah.
Basque
Popular in formal dresses (including wedding dresses) the basque waist dress can be extrememly flattering. Find a photo and description here.
Princess Diana in White Belted Suit, 1996
Princess Diana is remembered for more than her good works: she was a world-wide style icon who continued to improve her look throughout her short life. See more in our Princess Di photo gallery.
Donatella Versace
Find more information about fashion's flashiest diva, fashion designer Donatella Versace, in this profile.
How to Wear a Hat
You've seen celebrities looks great in hats, now you'd like to copy that look for yourself. We'll show you how to pull off hats the right way.
Sheer Celebrities
It's one thing when starlets visibly parade their goods down the red carpet for media coverage. But it's different when the likes of Barbra Streisand and Uma Thurman feel the same need to bare all through sheer clothes. Why do these seemingly smart, successful women feel the need to wear see-through clothes for the world?
Simple Style Rules
Fashion isn't difficult, just confusing. But there are a few simple style rules you can use to help decipher the fashion world.
Oversized Cardigans
Oversized, chunky cardigans are the hottest fashion trend of the season. Find out how to wear one now.
What is Cocktail Attire?
Find out to wear when the invite reads "Cocktail Attire."
What to Wear to Work
Getting dressed for the office doesn't mean leaving your personal style behind. Find out which looks give you a polished, professional look and which fashions can be a career killer.
What to Wear...
Black-tie party? Losing weight? Want to look slimmer? Find out what to wear for every occasion!
10 Fall Trends You'll Love
Print bottoms -- print leggings from Marc Jacobs and Narciso Rodriguez -- top our list of Fall fashion's most wearable trends.
Kate Winslet, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Kate Winslet.
laidback
Learn how to max out your casual stlye with these tips for comfort wear.
10 Special Occasion Dresses
Which formal dress will look best for your special occasion? Browse through 10 styles -- including a jacket dress -- that works for most body types now.
How to Wear a Scarf
A scarf can add warmth, complete a look or define your style. Learn the Dos and Don'ts of wearing a scarf the right way.
Formal Dresses Under \$100
Find a beautiful dressy dress -- for dances, prom, weddings -- for less than $100.
Best Fashion Sales of the Week
Get your fashion clothes for cheap with these sale fixes on everything from end-of-season clearance to sales on new items.
Fashion - Dress Glossary
Fashion - Dress Glossary A-line Ballgown Basque waist Cheongsam Coat dress Empire waist Hankie hem Halter
Find Your Size!
Unsure about what size your clothes need to be? Review our U.S. women's apparel size charts to find your perfect fit.
What to Wear with Leggings
Leggings layered under skirts and dresses are the hottest look out there. Find out how to wear leggings.
Faking it
Fake handbags are everywhere, but that doesn't mean you have to get ripped off by fashion knockoffs. Find out how to spot fakes and why counterfeit fashion isn't a good idea.
Back to school
The back-to-school fashion season for teens is shaping up to include trends like glam military and preppy chic (not to mention anything with Tshirts and cargos). Find out more in our spotlight on back to school, written by About Fashion's resident teen style expert, Casey.
Red Carpet Fashion
Get the lowdown on red carpet fashion by viewing celebrity dresses from awards shows including the Emmys, the Golden Globes and the Oscars.
Sarah Jessica Gallery
Sarah Jessica Parker's quirky, but elegant, sense of style pushes the boundaries of what's acceptable: whether its microminis or shorts for the red carpet, brooches in the hair or expensive jewels worn with jeans. Get a sense of her ever-evolving style in this photo gallery of Sarah Jessica Parker looks.
What to Buy Now
What to buy now: suede boots, leather jackets and budget coats top the list.
Nicole Kidman, 75th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Nicole Kidman.
Summer Wedding Attire
Invited to a summer wedding? Learn quickly which dressy women's styles work best for warm weather weddings.
5 Fashion Dont's
Fashion may be ageless now, but that doesn't mean there aren't limits. Find out which six items a grown woman should never wear.
Angelina Jolie, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Angelina Jolie.
Little Black Dresses
We've taken the legwork out of shopping for the perfect little black dress. Whether you're going to a class reunion or going on a cruise ship, you'll love the no-fail special occasion appeal of the little black dress.
Plus size kids fashion tips
Help large-size kids get ready for back-to-school by spiffing up their style.
Secondhand fashion
Fashionistas love the uniqueness, quality and bargain prices of secondhand clothing. Find out more about the different types including vintage, consignment and more!
Best Shorts for Your Body Type
Bermudas, walking shorts, city shorts, golf shorts, Daisy Dukes: there are dozens of shorts out there, but do you know which ones will flatter your body type the best? Find out now!
How to find your men's size - fashion how to take men's measurements
For men -- find out how to find your true apparel size
Leather Jackets
Leather jackets are must-haves for this fall, find favorites from leather motorcycle jackets to red leather jackets.
Leggings
Layering leggings under tunics and dresses is a wardrobe staple. Find the best leggings in all price and size ranges.
Victoria Beckham in Black Dress, 2007
Victoria Beckham has come a long way from her black leather, spiky-haired days as Posh Spice. Now, she's apt to be seen in polished, but always sexy, couture like Chanel. Her fabulous new blond bob is the must-have 'do of the year! See her fashion transformation in this photo gallery series of Victoria Beckham.
Do You Need a New Look?
Do You Need a New Look? Take this fun quiz and see if your look could use an update. Choose just one
Hit or Miss? Pantless
Jada Pinkett Smith went pantless on the red carpet. Cool or kinda weird? You decide.
Fur Blocking
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Celebrity Clothing Lines
Celebrity clothing lines are growing in popularity. Everyone from J Lo to Hilary Duff is boasting their own clothing or accessory line. Find out where to find your favorite celebrity clothing lines.
Find Your Dream Dress
Find your perfect dress in six easy steps, including deciding which style is for you, choosing a length and accessorizing.
Work Dresses
The ease of putting on a dress for the office every morning is only part of the bonus; work dresses look amazingly polished and will increased your professional image.
LBD for Your Body Type
Find a perfect little black dress that's right for your bottom-heavy figure.
All about jeans
Everything you need to know about denim jeans, including trends, shopping, what to wear to flatter your body type.
Sandra Bullock, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Sandra Bullock.
Princess Diana's Hair, 1988
Princess Diana is remembered for more than her good works: she was a world-wide style icon who continued to improve her look throughout her short life. See more in our Princess Di photo gallery.
Uma Thurman, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Uma Thurman.
Halle Berry, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Halle Berry.
Donna Karan
Find out more about your favorite fashion designers, including Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Diane Von Furstenberg, Donatella Versace, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan.
Jennifer Garner, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Jennifer Garner.
Oscar de la Renta
Find out more about designing great Oscar de la Renta in this profile.
Betsey Johnson
Find out more about your favorite fashion designers, including Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Diane Von Furstenberg, Donatella Versace, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan.
It Only Looks Expensive!
Rich details, classic cuts and finishes and an eye toward the most expensive-looking prints and colors: these 10 pieces deliver millionaire style for less than $50 a piece.
What to wear on the first day of school - back to school teen fashion
What to wear... On the first day of school When school starts, it always means a time for renewal in
Cruise Wear
Getting ready for a wonderful cruise, but wonder how to maximize your onboard wardrobe? Find out now.
Natalie Portman, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Natalie Portman.
Shirtdresses
Shirtdresses -- in everything from plaid to chambray -- emerge as one of Spring 2010's key dress shapes.
Fall/Winter Fashion
Find the latest trends for fall fashion for women.
Oscar Fashion, 2008
The red carpet for the 2008 Oscars was redder than ever (it was the No. 1 dress color). Find out what else made Oscar fashion news and vote on your favorite looks.
All about tuxes
All about tuxedos, including when and how to wear a tux.
Hilary Swank, 77th Acadmey Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Hilary Swank.
Big bag
In this month's Trend Test get the scoop on the fashion trend toward big handbags.
Mother and Daughter Style
See which famous mothers and daughters share the style gene with our list of best-dressed mothers and daughters.
Summer Fashion
See what designers have in store for Summer/Spring 2010 with images from Fashion Week.
Adriana Lima in \$5 Million Fantasy Bra
Browse through photos from Victoria's Secret Fashion show.
Fashion glossary - definintions fabrics silhouettes cuts definition
Fashion glossary, from your About.com Guide: funnel neck fashion glossary power beads glossary definitions fashion resource
Daytime Wedding Attire
Are beaded dresses OK for a daytime wedding? We have answers to that special occasion fashion question and more!
Cityscape Colorblocking
Colorblocking was one of the trends for Fall 2010 on the runway.
Fashion FAQs - advice help fashion
Fashion questions and answers, including how to get started in the industry, style help and much more
Develop a Signature Style
Change your fashion image from cookie-cutter to unique chic by developing a signature style. It's easy with these simple steps.
Jessica Simpson Swimwear
See the sexiest new swimsuit styles from celebrity designer Jessica Simpson.
Gisele Bundchen, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Gisele Bundchen.
Fall 2010 Fashion
Fall 2010 is full of grays, great furs and vests, longer skirts and menswear. Find the fall fashion trend that works for you.
Cate Blanchett, 77th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Cate Blanchett.
Find the Right Swimsuit
Find the right swimsuit for your shape with these tips from swimsuit expert Cindy Alpers.
Jane Fonda, 72nd Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Jane Fonda in 2000.
Casey's Clicks - teen fashion spring '02 trends advice teen fashion guys boys teens
Get the scoop on teen trends for spring 2002: fashion expert andy gilchrist teenscene boys teens high grades
Day in the Life
Think the fashion biz is pure glamour? Get a firsthand look at different fashion professionals, including a fashion stylist, designer and editor to find out what working in the industry is really like.
What to Wear to Disney World
Getting to Disney World is easy. Figuring out what to wear and look comfortable and stylish while there is the hard part. Find out what to wear to Disney World in Orlando, Florida.
Ankle Boots
Ankle boots are one of the season's hottest looks. Find out how to wear ankle boots the right way with tights, jeans and dresses.
Little black dress
Coco Chanel made it chic 75 years ago, and today the little black dress is the most reached for after-five look around. Find out more here.
U.S. Misses Size Chart
Special Occasions
What to wear to a party, including definitions for black tie, formal dress and more!
TeenScene
Teen fashion: back to school fashion trends, articles, advice, photos, top picks. Everything you need to know about teen fashion is here!
A-line dress
The A-line dress is one of fashion's most enduring and flattering styles. See what it looks like here.
Fashionese
Is your fashion lingo passe? Do you say things that are of the moment or sooo last century? Take a look at our snarky guide to the most overused fashion terms!
10 Ways to Sex Up Your Look
Get sexy without baring all! Our simple fashion tips can help any woman add sex appeal to her style
Travel Chic
Try our easy system for designing a warm-weather vacation wardrobe.
Fashion Hits or Misses?
Browse through our gallery of celebrity fashion hits and misses.
Empire
Find a definition and photo example of the perennially favorite dress silhouette, the empire waist.
What to Wear to a Wedding
Find out what to wear to a wedding when you've been invited, from Black Tie invites to weddings where the invitation doesn't give you any clues what type of dress or suit to wear.
Shop for Clothes
Clothes shopping doesn't have to be an impossible chore. Our quick tips for smarter shopping will help you buy a better wardrobe by spending less time and money.
Patterned Tights
Patterned tights are the perfect thing to wake up boring black dresses. Find out how to wear them now.
Julianne Moore, 76th Academy Awards
Photo gallery of memorable Oscar dresses, including looks from Julianne Moore.
See It: Kim Kardashian in Vest
Vests are the latest new layering piece. See how to wear them, then try our shopping picks for best looks.
10 Formal Dresses
Which formal dress will look best for your special occasion? Browse through 10 styles -- including a jacket dress -- that works for most body types now.
U.S. Petite Size Chart
Princess Diana in Blue Gown, 1996
Princess Diana is remembered for more than her good works: she was a world-wide style icon who continued to improve her look throughout her short life. See more in our Princess Di photo gallery.
What to Wear With Purple
Confused about what to wear with purple? This strong hue flatters everyone and mixes great with neutrals and brights alike: the perfect color!
Oscar Fashion 2005
Review the stunning dresses from the 77th Oscars in this roundup of red carpet fashion, including the dresses of Hilary Swank, Halle Berry, Natalie Portman, Gwyneth Paltrow.
