Rachel Zoe in Velvet

The Met's Costume Institute celebrated the opening of American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity this week. Rachel Zoe showed up on the red carpet in an amazing yellow velvet Marc Jacobs gown.
We love this dress and it makes us so intrigued by the new trend of velvet! Here is a body skimming velvet dress from Urban Outfitters that would be the perfect little black dress with a twist.

Short shorts.

Recently, our friend and fellow fashion major gave a talk about her quarter abroad at the American InterContinental University in London. In her blog, she comments on the different styles that she saw around Europe during her travels. One new trend that she saw all over was high waisted, super short shorts.

Well guess who else says these are an upcoming trend in the US? Rachel Zoe. She gave her pick for the perfect pair.

These Erin Wasson X RVCA super cute shorts sell for $300. But if you are a little tight on cash, check out these Urban Renewal Patchwork Shorts from Urban Outfitters for only $48.

Still out of your price range? Then just head to your local Goodwill or Value Village, pick out a pair of "mom" jeans, and cut away!

Music Festival Style

Today on the Rachel Zoe report, she was preparing us for the season of music festivals. Whether you get crazy at Sasquatch or Coachella, it is always a time of not only unique music but also unique fashion. Rachel gave us her pick of the perfect purse for all of your festival activities. This Versace woven leather purse is absolutely beautiful.
Here is our (much more affordable) pick for the perfect satchel to carry around at your local music festival. It is from Urban Outfitters and costs $38!
To complete your outfit here is a sweet lace trimmed blouse from Forever 21. It is only $18.90 and would go perfectly with these trendy high waisted shorts from Topshop ($55) and these adorable turquoise gladiator sandals from Kohl's ($34.99)!
Happy crowd surfing!