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‘Tis the season for countdowns and wrap-ups, and we thought we’d get in the game with a round up of 2012′s favorite moments, best-sellers and all-around awesomeness.

From the dress that took Vegas by storm to a style so popular we could barely keep it in stock, read on to find out what rocked our year and yours!

Number 12 on our countdown list are the best-selling items from Valentine’s Day (which are still available!). It should come as no surprise that the Parisian Corset, pictured at left, would be the number one pick. Lacy, curvy and oh-so chic, it works just as well out of the bedroom as in! On the right, our Banded Blouson Temptress Dress stuns in signature Frederick’s Red. One look at this and well, he simply didn’t have a chance!

Brace yourself, because #11 on our list is an incredible best-seller! Your hands down favorite, and if we’re being honest–ours too is the Bridget Stretch Cotton Thong. In a stunning array of colors and crafted from comfy cotton and lace, we sold 300,000 of these fancy little panties! Don’t have one in every color yet? Well, our Semi-Annual Sale is happening now, and they’re only 8 for $20. We think it’s time to stock up!

Next up: The Best-Selling Bra of the Year award goes to not one, but two of our most popular styles! On the left, our Hollywood Corset Full-Figure Bra sold well over 100, 000 units! Impressive, but the gorgeous style to the right, our Hollywood Flirt Push-Up? It sold more than 150,000! The most exciting part? These bras are on sale right now, from $14.99! ‘Scuse us, we’ve got some shopping to do…

Number 9 and one of our most-loved things: the sexiest black lingerie of summer! These two standout pieces sold out, stole hearts and had us all swooning. From left to right, our Fringe & Feather Babydoll and our ever-stunning Crisscross Lace Chemise. Classic, alluring and timeless, these pieces bring the luxury after dark!

Coming in at number 8: the most versatile bra of summer (and beyond!). For 2012, we introduced a bra that revolutionized your wardrobe. The Hollywood Exxtreme Cleavage Bra gives you the cleavage & lift you desire with the incredible option to wear it with all your deep plunge, halter neck or T-back styles. Perfection!

Dare to bare in our lucky number 7 pick! Known around the blogosphere as “the dress that rocked Vegas”, this little frock has been making a scene since summer. Available in the matte wrap-around version or the sparkling style you see to the right, this dress causes heads to turn and hearts to flutter!

And with that, we’re done with the first part of our top 12 of 2012 list. Stay tuned and check back Monday for the rest of the countdown and our number 1 choice!

Holiday shopping is coming down to the wire, and if our office is anything to go by, some of you haven’t started shopping for gifts yet or even know what you’re looking for. Want to watch her unwrap the gift of her dreams? Follow our suggestions to find the perfect present for the woman in your life and have it arrive on time. Win-win!

Is she the kind of girl who seems to have it all? No problem! Simply wrap her in a gift of cozy indulgence and she’ll thank you again and again! Plush perfection not her style? Find our elegant cashmere robe here and the silkiest, lounge-worthy version here.

In theory the lingerie lover would be easy to shop for, but sometimes the choices can be overwhelming. Look for classic styles with a twist or sweet sets, like the one above, to make her swoon. Bold cutouts work too! Our personal favorite? A body-baring teddy.

Your glamour girl lives for lush textures, lavish details and pieces that show off her personal style. Give her a curve-hugging corset–it’s the gift that she’ll find absolutely captivating!  Watch her light up over our  lingerie, especially this exquisite pick!

Find the full version of our Men’s Gift Guide at frederick’s.com and to ensure your gift arrives in time, be sure to order by noon tomorrow. We’re offering a free 2 day shipping upgrade plus, 25% off the site ends tomorrow night!

The On the Road premier happened last Friday, and to say that the red carpet was underwhelming would be…well, generous. Those of us in the office who care about this sort of thing (um, everyone) had high hopes for L.A.-designer-darling Kirsten Dunst and her morose co-star, K-Stew. Unfortunately , what we expected and what we received were two very different beasts.  Jezebel called them “the sloppy new bohemians”, and even compared their outfits to those on Wings and Melrose Place. Ouch!

We’re left wondering if perhaps Hollywood’s youth are simply more inclined to be casual and if so, where does it stop? Used to be, movie premieres were big occasions…and call us naive, but we think they still are! Is this what we have to look forward to? Are the elegant gowns of old kaput for the younger set–unless they’re at the Oscars? We hope not! And before you think we’re against a little casual glamour on the carpet–people were wearing fishnets with open-toed shoes…which has never been okay. Ever. See a breakdown by outfit below, plus shop the looks we put together for each actress!

Kristen Stewart has been wearing progressively less clothing to each movie premiere she attends. With her client’s penchant for sheer, we’d have thought her stylist could come up with something more attractive, less wrinkled and with better fitting undergarments. Then again, perhaps not. Either way, we think K-Stew could take it up a notch with a sheer illusion, like our Long Sleeve Lace Body-Con Dress. She’s worn this silhouette before and with the high (albeit messy ponytail) that she’s rocking, it would look incredible. We liked the idea of a contrast shoe, though the red style we’re suggesting here probably comes in her size. The neon heels she’s wearing apparently did not.

After much discussion, many theories, wild speculations and confusion, we can confidently say we have absolutely no idea what is happening in the picture above. We do know that Kirsten is wearing fishnets…sandals…and a large Dynasty-era suit jacket dress. But, why? We don’t know. That being said, Kirsten should toss that dress. Maybe a nice tuxedo dress dress would have been a better choice? Like the one shown here? Pair it with these shoes, and we’ll all feel so much better. Trust us.

A quick Google search told us that Emily Meade is an up-and-coming-starlet who has a very respectable list of credits to her name. What it doesn’t say is that she has been desperately nostalgic for the late ’90s. Because there is simply no other explanation. We’ve always liked women wearing pants on the red carpet–just not high-waisted, tapered-yet-strangely billowing printed ones. A crisp tuxedo-inspired blazer, edgy trousers and killer heels would have sufficed.

What do you think of their outfits? Is Hollywood glamour becoming a thing of the past?

With a little more than two weeks ‘til New Years Eve, we’re in the home stretch of holiday parties! The biggest, of course, is happening on the 31^st and by then you may be experiencing some festive fashion fatigue. Fear not! We’ve put together some head-to-toe looks to help you stay inspired until the ball drops. After that you’re on your own—we promise not to judge you, even if it’s flannel pajamas for weeks on end. It’s all part of the retox-detox cycle, after all! The best part about each these outfits? Everything shown is 40% off, so you can covet to your heart’s content and do a little guilt-free shopping!

Set the night ablaze with the gold standard in glamour! Shimmering, strapless and incredible flattering, this gown will have all eyes on you. Pairing it with slightly different shades of gold, like this pump or a shiny mesh clutch, gives you a leg up on everyone else.

Want to ring in the New Year with a little edginess? Bold cutouts make this little black dress an unexpectedly sexy choice! Add moto glam with a studded clutch-purse-combo and spiky peep-toe pumps. Finish your look with perfectly tousled locks, and let the envious glances begin!

We have an incredible selection of must-have dresses shoes, sportswear and accessories on sale. Make sure you’re the bell of the ball and shop them all at fredericks.com. Plus, receive free shipping with your purchase of $25 or more!

We at Frederick’s consider the holiday season to be the most glamorous time of the year, and for good reason! Giving loved ones the gifts that they can’t live without (and receiving them ourselves, of course) is something we look forward to every year. However, not everyone is good at gifting as we are. Luckily, our gal about town, FOH_PRGirl, went on air yesterday morning to help the gentlemen in your life figure out what gift-giving should entail (hint: luxurious lace is an important part).

Our gorgeous models turned the newsroom into a private runway, wearing pieces from our premier collection, Harriett.

Featuring cashmere, Swarovski crystals, silk and handcrafted details, it’s the ultimate luxury gift.

Don’t be afraid to pass this  post on to you-know-who…it’s the perfect way to let him know what you really want for Christmas!

Shop the looks featured in the video at Harriett.com and receive 25% off your purchase. Plus, enjoy free shipping!