From floral appliqués to pretty pleats and rich brocade, texture reigned supreme this week. Even footwear got in on the act, providing plenty of kick via a variety of 3-D accents. Patterns were also popular as stars stepped out in abstract prints and fresh blossoms in a wash of vivid colors. Necklines covered a wide range, including one-shoulder, plunging and unconventionally off-the-shoulder. This year’s Venice International Film Festival has barely begun and we’re already being bombarded with a cavalcade of chic looks, which aren’t strictly relegated to the premieres.
Carrie Underwood proved less is more when it comes to making an elegant fashion statement. The singer, who has been…
