
In a sea of dresses at the
The House Bunny CosmoGIRL! special screening, Katharine stood out in her polished, yet easy, black and white pant ensemble. Her white silk Alice + Olivia top with floral appliqué sleeves is sweet but she tempers the look with black trousers.

I'm not one to steer away from color or pattern, but I think there is something to be said for monochrome interiors. In a vibrant, busy space, shapes can become lost and ignored, but a more pared down design can accentuate your furnishings, reminding you each day of why you fell for them in the first place. Take the chandeliers in the photograph, for example.

If you're an NYC gal you may be familiar with
ILoveShop.com, as they have a store in town. The news is the store is moving — don't worry, it's just a few blocks away — but the better news is that their website is currently holding a moving sale of 25 to 50 percent off.
To please your indie spirit, browse online racks of Twinkle by Wenlan, Graham & Spencer, Sunner, Charlotte Ronson, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and beyond.
Come Party With Me: Black and White Luau — Menu
Fab is strictly enforcing the black and white dress code for our upcoming luau, so I'm creating a menu that features black and white dishes. Since the party starts after dinner, we'll offer guests only a few small bites.

Fab is strictly enforcing the black and white dress code for our
upcoming luau, so I'm creating a menu that features black and white dishes. Since the party starts after dinner, we'll offer guests only a few small bites.
Although it's not Hawaiian, a platter of sushi from our favorite Japanese restaurant is perfect for late night noshing.
Black and white has had so many incarnations in the past year. It's definitely evolved and it's still relevant — only today, it's textural black and white. Beading, ruching, sheer fabrics, feathers and all of the above, make for a black and white cocktail perfect for
a cocktail party.

So many ladies have been stepping out on the red carpet in
white blouses and black skirts. It's a classic look that can be worn in many instances: a charity luncheon, a
dinner party,
a bridal shower, a
business meeting. Oh the possibilities.

When focusing on wearing more color — as so many of us are right now — don't forget the power of black & white accessories. Bold, modern and graphic, here's a wonder from Balenciaga to help you see my point. Whether it's a baguette or a Gucci stiletto, this accessory can serve you for seasons to come.

I oft express my love for the mix of black and white; with that pairing, one can never go wrong. While shopping on Robertson, Nicky Hilton rocked the classy color combo in the form of a white hot Valentino bag, white Gucci flats, a black velvet blazer, and
stovepipe jeans. To sass up her ensemble, she threw in a metallic scarf and black Tom Ford shades.
You all seemed to enjoy the
black-and-white tweed jacket Look for Less last week so I thought I would elaborate. Who wants to wear a boring black coat when you can be mod, urban, or sophisticated in black-and-white outerwear? Seriously, we know black and white goes with virtually anything so why not put a spin on your everyday wardrobe?