Last year, Free People introduced a collection of vegan leather apparel, which we were mildly obsessed with. This year, however, Free People is expanding to include vegan leather shoes and to say we are thrilled would be an understatement. The collection has a little something for everyone. For instance, for the upcoming summer, you will find slip-on sandals, while for the fall/winter season you will find fringed booties and more. There are six styles in total, so you are sure to find something you love. But best of all, you don’t have to be a vegan to get in on the action—these shoes are must-haves for everyone! Check them out at FreePeople.com now. Prices start at $110.

If you are truly fearless when it comes to fashion, take note, because the latest trend to pop up on our radar is for you. What is it, you ask? Well, ladies, cropped tops are having a pretty major moment right now thanks to brands like Prada and Dolce Gabbana, not to mention tastemakers like Dakota Fanning and Rihanna. With that said, if you consider yourself to be truly fearless and intrepid when it comes to your personal style, today’s Trend Report has all the details on how to make this trend your own, so read on!

Who is trying this trend?
Elle Fanning was one of the first to try this look, clearly refusing to allow her youth to get in the way of her fearlessness when it comes to fashion. Elle stepped out in a floral two-piece in Los Angeles back in April. Earlier this month, Christa B. Allen hit the Lucky party in West Hollywood wearing a black bustier top and a printed midi skirt. More recently, Rihanna was spotted out and about in New York City wearing a cropped top and trousers, while Jaime King attended The CW’s Upfront presentation in New York just last week wearing a Proenza Schouler ensemble and a Rag & Bone jacket.

How are they styling it?
This trend can be challenging, but there is a trick that will ensure you pull this look off with panache. The key? Take notes from all four of our muses and make sure that the piece you wear on your lower half—whether it is a flared skirt in the style of Christa and Elle, a pair of trousers a la Rihanna, or a slim skirt like the one Jaime wore—covers your bellybutton. In other words, you only want the area of skin just above your navel and just below your bust to show. If you can stick to this rule, you will pull off this look with aplomb. Of course, there are a few other elements to keep in mind. We recommend you take tips from Christa, Elle, and Jaime and opt for a skirt in a longer length—this will help balance out that sexy glimpse of skin!. We also highly endorse a killer heel. After all, nothing says sexy like a stiletto. Last, but certainly not least, we like the way both Rihanna and Jaime covered up their cropped tops with a button-down shirt and a jacket, respectively. This is perfect for those who want to try this look but do not want to be the absolute center of attention.

How can I make this look my own?
There are two directions you can go in when shopping for this look. Your first option is to pick out matching items like, for instance, Evil Twin’s Solar Flare Lace Front Bustier ($66) and Fishtail Maxi Skirt ($157). When paired with ankle boots, this duo makes for a winning look. If you want something a little more casual for, say, a poolside party, you could check out Mara Hoffman’s Mexican Blanket Bustier Top ($238) and Shorts ($242). Your second option is to mix and match different tops and bottoms, which allows you to be a little more creative. With that said, we suggest pairing a top like River Island’s Bow Back Bustier ($28) with a skirt like ASOS’s Pencil Skirt ($70), or try pairing a top like Silence & Noise’s Print Block Bustier ($20) with Sonia by Sonia Rykiel’s High-Waisted Stretch-Twill Skirt ($182). Happy shopping!

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Jessica Alba graces the cover of Marie Claire’s June 2012 issue wearing a lace-up Versus dress. Inside, Jessica discusses being sexy and how being a mom and growing older has changed her outlook.

On being sexy: “I like to get positive attention. But if I have a choice between someone noticing in a negative way what I’m wearing and going, What was she thinking? or someone not noticing what I’m wearing, I would rather not make a statement at all and just have a good conversation instead.”

On her changed outlook: “Now that I’m older, I’ve learned how to own it, but I’m still not very overt. There are some women who dress for men. I dress for myself. It took me some time to get here. Being a mom and feeling grown-up have helped. Now if I’m going to wear something short, it has to have a high neck or a little sci-fi toughness to it, an edge.”

Also inside the June 2012 issue: a guide to sexy summer style. For more, pick up the issue when it arrives on newsstands on May 22 or head to MarieClaire.com.

Here is Freida Pinto, posing at the L’Oreal and Cannes Film Festival 15th Anniversary Dinner in Cannes, France, last night. For the event, Freida donned a gorgeous silk Paco Rabanne dress, which she paired with beige pumps. Freida rarely takes a wrong turn and this is another great red carpet outfit. What do you think of this look?

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In an Opening Ceremony store near you waits a collection that is part preppy, part sporty. Yes, the latest Keds for Opening Ceremony collection has arrived and it has a preppy spin that is perfect for summer. Key pieces include: a navy printed tea dress with a Peter Pan collar; a lightweight colorblock sweater; a pair of lemon yellow cropped trousers; a tailored jacket with black trim; a white tennis dress buttoned down the front; and a green-and-blue gingham tea dress. In other words, this is your complete wardrobe if it is an easy and breezy summer you are looking forward to. To check it out, head to an Opening Ceremony store. Prices start at $70.

It is that time of year again: time to get your bikini body into its best shape, pick out a new swimsuit, and head straight to the beach. And on that note, we suggest you check out Gap’s brand spankin’ new swimwear collection because it is ready to go. There are shapes to suit every body size and shape, plus prints and colors to suit every personality—including polka dotted ruffled bikinis, tropical-print bandeau bikinis, nautical stripe halterneck sets, eyelet sets, rainbow striped bikinis, neon yellow sets, and retro one-pieces. And because this is the Gap, you won’t find that you need to stretch your budget too far to pick up a new swimsuit. To check out the full collection, head to Gap.com or your nearest Gap store.

It is no secret that denim is a wardrobe staple, but that doesn’t mean that the denim world is static. Au contraire, the world of denim is ever-changing and right now printed jeans are having a pretty major moment thanks to top tastemakers like Olivia Palermo and Jessica Alba. So, how can you try this look for yourself? Start by clicking through to today’s Style Spy story where you can discover how four stylish stars are working this look and our check out the best printed jeans on the market!

Who is wearing printed jeans?
Unsurprisingly, Olivia Palermo was one of the early adopters of this look—she was spotted out in New York City in early March, wearing a pair of Paige Denim’s Verdugo Jeggings. A few weeks later, Victoria Justice rocked a pair of printed Rag & Bone jeans to film a segment on Extra in Los Angeles. Last month, Emma Roberts wore a pair of colorful purple jeans while running errands in Beverly Hills, but the most recent star to try this look is Jessica Alba, who stepped out just last weekend in Beverly Hills wearing a pair of Earnest Sewn’s Harlan Jeans.

How are they styling them?
As you can see, girls of every style can rock a pair of printed jeans. For instance, Olivia styled hers in her typically sophisticated way by pairing her jeans with a smart pea coat and killer heels. Victoria opted for a suitably youthful look, adding a bright cardigan and a simple white tee. The result? A fun and effortlessly stylish look that could easily transition from a day out shopping to a night on the town. Emma and Jessica both opted for casually-chic looks. Emma simply added a cardigan and ballet flats, a perfect combination for a day of running errands. As for Jessica, she paired her printed jeans with a breezy blouse and a pair of on-trend sneakers, creating a cool Californian vibe in an instant. To sum up, the basic principle behind this look is to stay true to your personal style. Add pieces that are appropriate for the occasion and that match your own style, thereby allowing your jeans to take the spotlight.

How can I make this look my own?
It won’t be hard to find a pair of printed jeans that you love because there are so many amazing options on the market right now—and just like this look works for girls of every style, there are options for every budget. For instance, on the higher end of the scale, you will find Isabel Marant’s Ipa Tie-Dye Low-Rise Skinny Jeans ($420), which have a breezy vibe, and Dolce & Gabbana’s Cropped Peony-Print Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans ($745), which are perfect for summer. A notch down, we are obsessed with Diane von Furstenberg’s Classic Skinny Jeans ($258), which were part of DVF’s collaboration with Current/Elliott. We also like the girly feel of Citizens Of Humanity’s Mandy Relaxed Roll Up Jeans ($374) and J Brand’s Mid-Rise Ankle Jeans ($416). Now, if you need something budget-friendly, you are really going to score. Free People’s Ikat Print Crop Skinny Jeans ($88) are ready for your next music festival, while ASOS’s Skinny Jeans ($61) will give your outfit a pop of color. Both Topshop’s Moto Vintage Floral Jamie Jeans ($90) and Textile Elizabeth & James’s Deb Skinny Cropped Jeans ($225) have a retro feel. On the other hand, if you want something a little softer, you should definitely check out Insight’s Beanpole Skinny Jeans ($100) and Mango’s Floral Print Super-Slim Jeans ($60). Happy shopping!

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Marion Cotillard posed for a photo call for her new film, Rust & Bone, at the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France yesterday. For the event, Marion donned a peach Dior dress, which she paired with lemon yellow Versus heels. We love her use of summer color. What do you think of Marion’s latest outfit?

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These days, you don’t have to be a blue jean baby to sport denim because there are dozens of different denim styles to choose between. With that said, we are particularly enamored with the new Heavy Metal collection from Mother Denim. The collection features metallic jeans in baroque prints that are guaranteed to jazz up any outfit you wear. Not only that, but these jeans are perfect for the girl-on-the-go who needs something that easily transitions from day to night. We have no doubt that these jeans will be seen on many a stylish star, so we suggest you get a jump start on the fashion pack by picking up a pair as soon as possible. For more information, head to MotherDenim.com.

Kristen Stewart graces the cover of Elle magazine’s June 2012 issue wearing a Ralph Lauren Collection dress. Inside, Kristen discusses her upbringing and what it’s like to see herself on screen.

On her upbringing: “You can learn so much from bad things. I feel boring. I feel like, Why is everything so easy for me? I can’t wait for something crazy to f—ing happen to me. Just life. I want someone to f— me over! Do you know what I mean?”

On what it’s like to see herself on screen: “Laurence Olivier was asked, ‘Actors, what’s the impulse? Why?’ And he was just like, ‘Look at me, look at me, look at me, look at me …’ That was his answer. But at the same time it’s like, ‘Nooo, don’t look at me. Look at some version that I’m going to present to you. Let me control it.’”

Also inside the June 2012 issue: a guide to the perfect swimsuits. For more, pick up the issue when it arrives on newsstands on May 22 or head to Elle.com.