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Lia Sophia’s Malibu Moment

Nola Weinstein — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:11:48 PDT

Few women can resist the allure of Lia Sophia jewelry. And on Saturday afternoon the brand once again razzle dazzled the Hollywood style set with a chic clam bake in Malibu. Designer Dani Stahl, who co-hosted the event with Rachel Zoe, Estella Warren, Elena Kiam and Brooke Davenport, presented her latest sparkling creations from the Red Carpet line. Lindsay Lohan, Mena Suvari and Lynn Collins were among those who piled on crystallized baubles, neon cocktail rings, and layered chain necklaces from the Cape Town III collection. Though celebrity bling is usually far too pricey for us, Lia Sophia makes star style available to the masses with prices ranging from $100-$1200. For details visit liasophia.com. ~Nola Weinstein

H&M Divided Exclusive Preview

Amy Zhang — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:20:15 PDT

You can always trust H&M to be conscious of what’s in style now. They’re always right on trend, and their stores are always fully stocked with clothing and accessories that reflect runway looks (but not runway prices). This autumn’s H&M Divided Exclusive collection draws inspiration from the glamorous biker girl and the ‘80s and ‘90s, as well as many runway trends. It focuses on structure and detail rather than color, featuring elements ranging from studs to zips to lace. We love how the collection is part rough ‘n’ tough, part sleek ‘n’ chic, and we can’t wait for these looks to hit stores.

The Fall 2009 Divided Exclusive collection will only be available in H&M stores from September to October 2009. Make sure you snatch up your favorite pieces while they’re still around!

Inspiraton Nation: Harry Potter

Kristen Bucholz — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:14:09 PDT

The premiere of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince has made its debut and fans have been going crazy since midnight pushing their way into theaters to see their favorite cast. Many dressed in long black cloaks with lightning bolts on their foreheads. Instead of duplicating your favorite Harry Potter characters’ look or gripping a magic wand, catch the spirit of your favorite characters with these great pieces. Who knows, maybe it will bring you a little magic of your own!

Harry Potter:
Forzieri Classic Regimental Printed Silk Tie, $49
Vince Leather Motorcycle Jacket, $750
Forever 21 50’s Readers, $5.80

Hermione Granger
Gap The Summer Cardigan, $44.50
Delia’s Roxanna Plaid Shirt, $39.50
Bluefly DL1961 Premium Denim, $109.10

Ron Weasley
Rugby Backless Sheer Linen Top, $59.99
Dillard’s Bootheel Trading Co. Vest, $48.00
Alloy Brass Cuff, $14.90

Paris, Je T’aime

Amy Zhang — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:53:05 PDT

Oh, to have the fashion sense of a Parisian woman. We tried to capture that “je ne sais quoi” element that seems so innate to French mademoiselles, and while we can totally see ourselves wearing this super-cute outfit on Bastille Day, at a café, eating a crepe… well, we’re sure the French could do it better.

Eiffel Tower Cluster Necklace, approximately $10 at Monsoon.co.uk

Designers Remix Salmon Winged A-Line Jersey Dress, $211.20 at My-Wardrobe.com

Chanel Silk Paris Map Scarf, $219 at Malleries.com

Chionchio Clutch in Bone, $25 at AldoShoes.com

Betsey Johnson Love at First Tights in Black, $29.99 at ModCloth.com

Jimmy Choo ‘Quote’ Slingback Pump, $595 at Nordstrom.com

To Infinity and Beyond with Louis Vuitton

Nola Weinstein — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:48:59 PDT

Fly us to the moon! Our bags are packed and we’re ready to go. That was the sentiment shared by the hundreds of New York’s chicest who gathered at the Museum of Natural History Monday night to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Lunar Landing. Louis Vuitton hosted the bash at the Rose Center for Earth and Space to commemorate the epic milestone. The luxury brand’s current campaign features astronauts Buzz Aldrin, Jim Lovell and Sally Ride, whose travels have taken them farther than anyone. Aldrin and Lovell were on hand to party and share their stories as Daniel Lalonde, President and CEO of Louis Vuitton presided over the festivities, which uniquely fused science and fashion.

Lance Bass has been trying to get to the moon for a while now and he stood listening to the icons itching for a chance in a shuttle. Estelle, who wore a liquid tar futuristic Louis Vuitton dress, headed to greet the guests of honor as DJ Cassidy played her song. “I’m going to take a picture with the astronauts,” she said. Though many have never ventured through the atmosphere, the evening provided encounters with those who seem straight from another planet like the Victoria’s Secret Angels. Miranda Kerr defied graffiti in her own way. “Look I can kick my heel to my head,” she said as she repeatedly proved her flexibility in an LV ensemble. A pregnant Adriana Lima looked like a star in a bluish gray J.Mendel dress. As moon rock desserts, which were actually white chocolate covered rice crispy treats, circulated the space, guests like Jessica Szohr, Whitney Port and Cassie weighed themselves on Pluto and explored the specimens from space.

For a brand known for its luxe travel accessories, last night’s party was the ultimate pairing. “Some journeys change mankind forever,” and celebrating the extraordinary makes perfect sense. ~Nola Weinstein

Miranda Kerr in J.Mendel & Whitney Port

The Scene Inside the Museum of Natural History

Miranda Kerr & Estelle, both in Louis Vuitton

Clutching a Giant Step for Mankind

Nola Weinstein — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:37:52 PDT

At last night’s party hosted by Louis Vuitton to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Lunar Landing the astronauts took center stage and their families shared the spirit. But we were immediately drawn to Buzz Aldrin’s wife Lois, who donned a space suit of her own. Her reflective silver vest was perfectly complemented by this patriotic crystal clutch that made a proud and dazzling statement. “Isn’t it fabulous?” she asked. And we must admit it’s the perfect bag for a women who can boast that her hubby’s been to the moon! ~Nola Weinstein

Get Carried Away With Lanvin…

Adam London — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:39:52 PDT

This Lanvin Large Embroidered Felt Top Hanlde Bag is super cute and quite frankly one of the largest adorable bags we’ve seen in a while. It’s quirky and fun, plus it’s enough to carry the contents of your life around or ideal for a small shopping trip. Fashionable, different, and practical– could we ask for anything more? Were simply-loving Lanvin! Available at LuisaViaRoma.com for $1,615. ~Adam London

Take a SIGG of This

Amy Zhang — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:49:45 PDT

Need a chic way to tote your water around without harming the planet? SIGG Switzerland is the leading creator of eco-friendly, reusable beverage bottles, and right now, they have a couple of exciting collaborations going on.

The company has teamed up with The Jane Goodall Institute to create a limited edition “Drop of Hope” SIGG bottle. For every 1-liter bottle sold, $5 will be donated to The Jane Goodall Institute’s mission to improve water conditions in Africa. The “Drop of Hope” bottle is $24.99 and available exclusively on MySIGG.com.

And if you prefer something more hands-on, SIGG also has a separate collaboration with CafePress.com—you can now put customized pictures, logos, text, etc. on any one of seven 1-liter bottle designs. Each bottle is $27.99 and available on CafePress.com. There really is something for everyone!

The Denim Vest…

Adam London — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:04:22 PDT

The denim vest has become somewhat of a controversial topic in fashion recently-some love it, some hate it, and some just think not everybody can pull the look off (so best to stay away). We think it’s a pretty cool trend and one that will soon be all over the place (it’s already getting there). Super stylish celebs like Sienna Miller, Kim Kardashian, and Kate Bosworth have all sported the look. So even if your unsure if it’ll work for you, Just know this: it’s an edgy, casual, cool look, that can be thrown on with a tee, tank top, a dress, (a scarf for a little something extra) and you’re good to go. Let us know what you think about this trend? ~Adam London

1.Denim Vest, $22.80 2. Floral print scarf, $24 3. Studded vest, $80 4. Battery acid wash vest, $53 5. Scull print scarf, $36 6. Distressed denim vest $70 7. Star studded vest, $142

Britt Bardo Meets Mark

Amy Zhang — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 08:22:19 PDT

makeup brand, now has a mini collection of essential clothing pieces from fashion stylist and mark. style expert, Britt Bardo. The collection consists of a cardigan, tee, and slip dress—a “round-up of the three pieces my celeb clients can’t live without,” said Bardo. We think each piece is super-cute and—even better—super versatile, and we can’t wait for the collection to come out on MeetMark.com in October!