Anything that helps us get dressed quickly and look effortlessly put-together is a big winner in our book, which is why we're loving the idea of beaded collars. Forget the struggle of finding the right accessories: With an embellished neckline, there's no need for a necklace, earrings become optional, and at the very most, all you need to dress your wrists is a bangle or two. (Hey, that's less money spent on baubles, too, right?)

Tunics, tanks and dresses all benefit from beaded collars. Tribal-inspired wooden beads look casually chic for day; dainty pearl embellishments add the perfect touch for a night out. As far as we're concerned, it's full bead ahead with this very wearable trend. Click the pics for product details...

Designers are referencing art movements such as abstract expressionism for Spring. What does it all mean? It's time to express your inner artist. Paint splatters never looked so chic.

[1] Go International Abstract Stripe Top at Target.com, $18.99
[2] Brushed Chiffon Tunic at Forever21.com, $19.80
[3] Ombre Print Dress at Topshop.com, £50.00
[4] Abstract Metallic Top at Forever21.com, $22.80
[5] Simply Vera Vera Wang Shirred-Neck Tee at Kohl's stores, now $24.99
[6] Contemporary chiffon tunic at Forever21.com, $27.80
[7] Simply Vera Vera Wang Embellished Top at Kohl's stores, now $34.99

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As the seasons change, so should your makeup. The latest issue of Allure magazine highlights the newest makeup shades for Spring 2008, and it's all about "subtle twists on the classics." Hey, we can work with that. Here's what they recommend:

1. Peach Lip Gloss


2. Lilac and Silver Eyes


3. Mushroom Shadow


4. Indigo Liner


5. Icy Accents


6. Gilded Eyes


7. Terra Cotta Rose Cheeks


8. Cherry Lips

The only Chloé in my life right now is my puppy's dear friend, Chloé the boxer, who happens to live down the street from us. Seeing them play is reeeally cute, but this blog is about fashion so let's talk about Chloé, the French luxury fashion design house, instead.

On our radar as the weather begins to warm is Chloé's Spring 2008 ready-to-wear collection: It's gorgeous. Everything is ethereal, youthful, modern and smart. And what really stands out are the inspiring painterly prints (meaning, it looks like some free-spirited artist grabbed a big paint brush, drenched it in deep indigo blues, light pinks, purples and such, and then splashed broad brush strokes of color onto sheer chiffon frocks, tops and skirts). It leaves you feeling sort of breathless, doesn't it?

We'll bring you budget-friendly interpretations of this artsy trend later this week, but for now, enjoy the pics and soak up some high-fashion inspiration.

Did you know... Chloé's creator, Gaby Aghion, is credited with inventing the Prêt-à-Porter (Ready-To-Wear) market we know and love today.

Image source: Style.com

Topshop seems to have taken a cue from Luella Bartley with their floral ditsy mesh top (right). We think the sweet blossoms and edgy black lace make it the perfect blouse for a girl who wants to show her nice and naughty sides all at the same time.

>> Floral ditsy mesh top at Topshop.com, £28.00