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Archive for March 6th, 2008

Nicole’s “H” necklace — Get the look.

Posted by v on March 6, 2008

Nicole Ritchie has been making sure to keep her new baby daughter Harlow close to her heart with her “H” necklace, given to her by jewelry designer pal Jennifer Meyer. And she tells PEOPLE that’s not her only charm, “Joel gave me a really great vintage Hermes “H” that is a gold and white block on a gold rope.” While her $1250 Jennifer Meyer necklace and vintage Hermes necklace may be out of our reach, we love the idea of alphabetical charms to keep those we love in mind. Try these Helen Ficalora charms, $50 from shopbop.com

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Kohl signs Avril Lavigne.

Posted by v on March 6, 2008

In a partnership with Avril Lavigne, Kohl’s Corp. will expand its exclusive brands with the launch of Abbey Dawn, a juniors lifestyle brand.

Avril rocks the Top 99 desirable women of 2008.

Kohl’s will introduce the brand in July for back-to-school, and it will feature new fashion collections every 60 days.

Expected to blend an authentic rock ’n’ roll attitude with a feminine edge, the junior line will retail from $24 to $48. Both apparel and jewelry will be available for the launch, with other categories to be added lateR.

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Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Fashion Week

Posted by v on March 6, 2008

If you’re in Manhattan during this week and can’t get a cab, lunch reservation or hair appointment, here’s why: New York’s Fashion Week kicks off Friday, starting eight days of runway shows, exclusive parties and super-stylish people running around town.

Arguably the city’s most glamorous event, Fashion Week involves 80 designer runway shows held in the 65,000-square-foot white tents in Bryant Park; other daily shows take place in venues throughout the city. The event is expected to attract over 100,000 people and generate around $235 million for the city.

The runway is the one opportunity a designer gets to show his clothing his way. Before the show, he puts the looks together, then sends models down the catwalk to music of his choosing. After the line is sold to the stores, says John Crocco, designer for Perry Ellis, designers have to rely on the retailers to show and sell in a way that appeals to a mass audience.

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