The Price of Pink

Random fashion factoid: Last spring, Audrey Hepburn's famous pink dress in Breakfast at Tiffany's sold for a staggering $192,000. Think that's a lot for a dress? It's nothing compared to the price of Holly Golightly's iconic LBD, which sold for more than $800,000 at auction. More proof that true style has no price tags.

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M.I.A. for Marc

Posh may be getting all the attention for her 'Posh in a Bag' Spring Marc Jacobs Ad Campaign. (Which I have to admit, is pretty amazing... Posh in a bag? Photographer Juergen Teller, who always shoots Marc's campaigns, scores again.) But the fabulous photographer also shot the tarty M.I.A. for the new Marc by Marc Jacobs ad campaign. So start thinking warm weather, bright colors and hope that the ever talented M.I.A. comes out with another album soon.

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Marianne Faithful Edition

• The Times tells you to go buy a clutch. I tell you which one.
• Get a sneak peek at Project Runway Season 4. (Atleast you know this guilty pleasure won't be affected by the writer's strike.)
• A girl can never have too many handbags. The Wall Street Journal profiles the Bagsnob's awe-inspiring collection of purses.
  
• She's with the band... Check out these fab pictures of rocker girlfriends, Marianne Faithful, Anita Pallenberg, and Chrissie Shrimpton.
• Someone's recent brush with fame has gone to her head... Earth to Rachel Zoe. There is no way you are more fabulous than Vogue's reigning queen, Anna Wintour.
  

More SATC Movie Pics

Although Sarah Jessica may have been victim to some unfortunate polling by Maxim, (Unsexiest Woman Alive? Ouch.) she and the gals are continuing to film in NYC... Here are some pics from a snowy scene in Bryant Park, home of New York's fashion week. Also new in Sex and the City Movie news? Billionaire, mayor and possible presidential candidate, Michael Bloomberg, will apparently be joining the ladies on screen. (Don't know who Bloomberg is? You need to stop reading UsWeekly and pick up a newspaper... I'm ashamed of you.)

Sneak Preview

Now Ugly Betty doesn't suck you in like Grey's or have quite the fashion panache as Gossip Girls, but it is a pretty adorably funny show. And this week, both Vera Wang and Victoria Beckham make cameos... So for double the fun, tune in this Thursday at 8/7 c or just set your tivo. And for a sneak peek, click here..

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Grace Jones Edition

• Fab shoe designer Hollywould goes to Target.
• Fabsugar poses the question, "Do you believe the Hype About Cashmere?" I say there is something wrong with their question. Does a Bentley have hype? How 'bout a 5 star hotel? If something is fabulous, it doesn't have hype, it is, by definition, just better.
  
• Marc Jacobs... Nouveau smurf?
• How to's: InStyle shows you how to apply Fall's makeup trends.
  
• I'm loving model of the moment Catherine McNeil.
• Hollywood dresses up for Halloween.
  
• And the most amazing halloween costume I've seen by far... You have to look.
  

The Ultimate Compliment

Roberto Cavalli got clever with his costume at his Halloween party at NY's Cipriani... I'm sure his contemporary, the fabulous Karl Lagerfeld was flattered... Do you think Cavalli makes a good Karl? I think he's adorable...

The Handbag Bubble? Economics and Fashion

In a recent New York Times article, writer Eric Wilson poses the question: Is This It for the It Bag? Many have predicted its downfall, as prices of handbags continue to soar. But industry insiders insist that luxury has not lost its luster... Although author, Dana Thomas insists it has. How much will you pay for a handbag? For my current favorites, click below...

Rachel Zoe's Must-Haves

I've already told you about the fabulous shoe selection over at Piperlime.com. And now, stylist to the stars, Rachel Zoe, picks out her faves for fall... Looking for more advice from the woman who dressed the likes of Nicole Richie (pre-catfight,) Lindsay Lohan (pre-rehab,) and Paris Hilton (pre-jail)? She's also written a book, Style A to Zoe: The Art of Fashion, Beauty, & Everything Glamour.

Fashion Links...

• Cavalli comes to H&M. We'll see on November 8th if his glam Euro looks translate well into $50 dresses... (I have a feeling those glitzy fabrics will look more trashy than classy in real life.)
  
• Win the new Longchamp Legende Bag from Fabsugar... Just log in and take the quiz... (hint: Longchamp handbags are made in France, were named after a famous racetrack and their most famous handbag is Le Pliage...)
• Debbie Harry to Madonna: "You stole my style!!!" Do they sound like snarky 6th graders to you? Or is it just me?
• Think something was missing from the Spring 2007 fashion shows? You aren't alone... The NY Times examines diversity on the runways.
• Lagerfeld Confidential: if you can find it... go see it. And view Karl as you've never seen him before.
  
• Oh, and 5th avenue mainstay Henri Bendel is now closer than a taxi ride away... Check out their fabulous new website.
  

Have You Had Enough Yet?

I'm starting to feel bad about spilling all the Sex and the City Movie pics... Will you still be excited for the real thing? (After you already know what everyone will be wearing, I mean...) But as promised, here are some more pics from the movie set... Carrie in her pjs and a fedora (not at the same time, thank god.) And then some Charlotte, Samantha and Miranda to brighten up your day. (Oh, and check out Miranda's stunning blue Zac Posen gown.)

Shop for the Cure

This weekend, Saks Fifth Avenue is supporting breast cancer awareness month by donating 2% of all sales to local and national women's cancer charities. So if you've been waiting for the right moment to make that big purchase... now is it. (I'm thinking about these Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Booties....What do you think?) Want to support the cause without spending big bucks? Get the limited edition Juicy Couture Key to The Cure Tee. It's only $35, and 100% of the proceeds benefit the Women's Cancer Research Fund.

But Saks isn't the only one showing their pink side this month. Bloomies has its own Little Pink Boutique. And Nordstrom has a bunch of fun pink items as well. So go buy a gift for your mom, your sis or yourself. Here are my favorites...
C&C's comfy knit tank gets a pink makeover in this Breast Cancer Ribbon Classic Tank.















I love Philosophy's bath products (and their cheeky titles...) So try this citrus-y 'Shower for the Cure' Pink Ribbon Shower Gel because 100% of the proceeds go to the Women's Cancer Research Fund.








And don't forget Ralph Lauren's preppy Pink Pony gear... I like this Polo Match Top. But the Cashmere Crewneck is pretty luxe as well...







Coach didn't want to miss out on all the pink fun either. So check out their cheeky keychains and this Bridle Classic Watch.








Cozy sleepwear never looked so good. These cashmere separates from White+Warren are so comfy you won't want to take them off...








I could go on and on and on... There are so many great charitable products out there.... So here are a few more... And look online, check out Fashion Targets Breast Cancer, get educated, get involved, and hey... if you get some cute clothes on the way, all the better.

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Sophie Dahl Edition

• Red carpet real estate: How much is your favorite star getting paid to wear that gown down the red carpet?
• If you thought Anne Hathaway's purse was too big, check out these chicks...
• S&M Chic - Are fetish shoes the new thing for spring?
• Also looking forward to next season... Style.com's top ten Spring '08 Collections.
• Designer Isaac Mizrahi, has a fab new website, and a new show for CW. (He is so incredibly captivating on tv... Scarlett Johansson boob grab? Could anyone else have pulled that off without getting smacked?)
• Thought I showed you some classy travel bags? Check out this luxe luggage.
  
• And this... well, those kids at BWE are just too funny.
  

The Great Kate

Stop the presses!!!! Kate Moss has... wait for it... cut her hair!! I know this may not seem like a notable moment to many of you... But coming from the girl who started more trends than I can count (Balenciaga bags, and mukluks are just some of the few), inspired numerous fashionistas (Sienna Miller, MK and Ashley, and pretty much any girl walking the streets in downtown NYC), and ushered in the skinny jeans trend as quickly as she ended it, any major fashion change is major news. And these sexy 70's bangs definitely make the cut.

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New York State of Mind

As promised... I'm keeping you up to date on pics from the set of the Sex and the City movie. Oh, and spoiler alert, according to sources onset, that wedding dress... It's from a dream sequence. (Riiiiiiiight....)















For more Sex and the City pics, click here, here and here.

Fashion Links

• Crocodile quiting... First YSL, and now Chanel has jumped on the bandwagon... Which candy colored bag do you like best??
• Speaking of Chanel, here's Kiera Knightley's Chanel Coco Mademoiselle ad.
• Do you think Karl Lagerfeld really has his own myspace? Try friend-ing him and find out...
• More perfume ads, with the fabulous David Lynch for Gucci by Gucci.
• Kate Moss... ripping off American shoppers?
• Oh, and check out all these crazy people playing the 'How much money are you wearing?' game. Do it in your head... ok. Tell people about it... definite NO.
  

Billion Dollar Babes

Great fashion and great deals don't often intersect. But if you hate paying full price for designer brands like Cynthia Rowley, Fendi, Jimmy Choo, Joe's Jeans, Mint, Miu Miu, Sass & Bide, Tracy Reese, and Trovata, (Should I keep going?? I could...) you should sign up for Billion Dollar Babes. They host events in L.A., San Fran, Chicago, Dallas, London, Dublin and of course, New York multiple times a year. Some feature a single designer, like Catherine Malandrino (in LA Oct. 11 and 12,) while others include multiple lines. And unlike most sample sales, you don't have to grab and go. They have real changing rooms, and take credit cards. So get on their mailing list (they keep it private, don't worry) and wait for the invite to let you know when their traveling show is coming to a town near you... Source

Sexy City Style

I know I've already posted a bunch of pictures form the new Sex and the City Movie, but I just can't resist. Oh, and spoiler alert... Carrie dyes her hair. For more pics from the set....click here and here.
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Handbag-a-Day Give-Away!!

The lovely ladies over at Shopbop.com are giving away 31 fantabulous handbags... One every day for the whole month of October... So go sign up!! And one of these cute carryalls could be yours...

More Sex and the City Previews!!

More news coming off the Sex and the City set here in nyc.... Jennifer Hudson is joining the fearsome foursome onscreen. She will be playing Carrie's assistant in the flick. (Wasn't Carrie's last assistant a twentysomething?? And what does a columnist really need an assistant for anways?) The plot remains a mystery, but I will continue to keep you updated on the fun fashions seen on set.