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Space Out: the Wren x Clare Vivier Tote is a Daydream Come True

This limited-edition, space-printed Wren x Clare Vivier tote is universally chic. On one side, you’ll find supple leather that’s perfect for a night on the town. Reverse it to leave your gal pals starry eyed with a design of the cosmos. 

Though at $350, this tote is totally pricey, I can’t help but lust after it. Early birthday present, plllllease? 

I’ll be wishing on the stars for this one! 

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Saturday Obsession: ‘The Great Gatsby’ Trailer

I first read the masterpiece that is F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Great Gatsby back in high school. And now, I’ll get to live out every (mostly) magnificent scene with Baz Luhrman’s upcoming film. 

Racked.com reports that his wife, Catherine Martin, created the stunning Deco-inspired ensembles seen in the trailer. Meanwhile, Tiffany & Co. is responsible for the gleaming jewels on Carrie Mulligan and crew. 

Look out for this fashion forward flick on December 25, 2012! 

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Shoe Obsession: TOMS x Lenny Kravitz

I’ve always wanted a pair of TOMS shoes —and now, I think I’ve found the perfect excuse to finally make the mini-splurge. Lenny Kravitz aka The Hunger Games’ Cinna has recently collaborated with the “one for one” brand. 

The result? A super cute collection of kicks with fun prints, including a pair with the lyric “Let love rule” featured across them. You can pick up a pair today for $54 and put the odds in a poor child’s favor (and look fab while doing it). 

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Pretty Little Lacquers: MAC to Launch Permanent Polish Collection

As a MAC fan, I consistently felt disappointed by the lack of permanent colors (currently numbering around eight) in the brand’s collection. But soon, all of my worries will melt away under the summer sun.

Oh, and news of MAC’s whopping new 30-color line that’ll finally stay put! Did you really expect us to keep a secret this big? 

You can find the vibrant new hues at Nordstrom and MAC locations on July 5, 2012 for $16 each. This season’s going to get colorful very soon! 

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Essie’s Summer 2012 Collection Takes the Shame Out of Swimsuit Shopping

Can’t find an itsy bitsy bikini that doesn’t display your belly bulge? Who cares!? With Essie’s new swimsuit shopping-inspired polish collection, you’ll look good and feel great on the sand. 

My favorite shade? The periwinkle Bikini So Teeny. It has a gorgeous shimmer that’ll make your fingers the center of attention. 

This six-piece batch will be available in June at drugstores or on Essie.com for $8 a pop. Who’s ready to dive into color?  

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Saturday Obsession: BaubleBar x Man Repeller

You’re invited to the biggest bash of the year. But don’t worry about picking the perfect outfit and begging your parents for the car, ‘cause this party is happening on our arms. 

Fashion blogger Leandra Medine, founder of Man Repeller, has teamed with BaubleBar for a collaboration you won’t forget tomorrow morning. Get the party started with an ‘Arm Party’ bracelet stack.

For $50, you’ll score 3 to 5 pieces of arm candy curated by the Man Repeller herself. The entire experience is customized based on your answers to personal style questions.

So, grab your girls and shop the night away! 

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Blink and You’ll Miss It: Kate Spade’s 75% Off Sale

Today was a very good day, mostly because I scored this $428 Ashbury Lane Cambden bag for $149. Thank you, Kate Spade!

If you head to the retailer’s online store, you can pick up a pretty pouch, tote, dress, pair of shoes, or sunnies (or maybe all of them) for up to 75% off. The selection is getting a bit limited —and this deal will only last until the clock strikes midnight— so I’d start clicking ASAP.

Happy shopping! 

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Designers Celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee With Chic Crowns

Oh, if only I could call myself Queen of England. Though I’ll never get to wear one of these crowns, I did come pretty darn close to one.

For Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee, Harrods partnered with nearly three dozen of fashion’s hottest names to re-design the famed St. Edwards Crown (aka the glorious coronation headpiece). 

The company for which I work was asked to design a crown, so yes, I touched one of these gorgeous toppers. 

But my favorite one by far was Lanvin’s design pictured above. Shhh! My boss doesn’t have to know. 

You can check out 14 of the crowns over at Vogue.com. Stay royal! 

xo 

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Florence Welch Stuns A.C. Crowd With Songs and Style

The ethereal Florence Welch has soaring vocals and a sparkling wardrobe to match. This past weekend, the fiery-haired singer was spotted performing at the Borgata Hotel in Atlantic City donning this glimmering cape and ball gown. 

Though Florence + the Machine’s American tour has come to a close, this standout ensemble will live on in our memories. Our closets are in Cosmic Love. 

Photos: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

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Saturday Obsession: Little Marc Jacobs’ Shirts for Equality

On Wednesday, President Obama told the United States, “It is important for me to go ahead and affirm that I think same-sex couples should be able to get married.”

As a lesbian in a committed, loving relationship, his words (though a bit late) were a major highlight of my week. And these adorable Little Marc Jacobs shirts didn’t hurt, either. 

The tees, created for the children of same-sex parents, were spotted by the astute editors at Refinery29. The screen prints read, “If Mom says no, ask Mom” or “If Dad says no, ask Dad.”

Um…adorable! But best of all, every last cent of the proceeds from each $35 tee go to the Human Rights Campaign (the biggest organization dedicated to LGBT rights). 

With Mothers’ Day and Fathers’ Day (see what I did there?) right around the corner, why not gift the loved ones in your life an equali-tee? 

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Dose of Cute: Fall in Love with Karl Lagerfeld’s iPet

You may have already heard that Karl Lagerfeld has an adorable kitten named Choupette. But not only is she completely adorable, but this little fur ball is pretty savvy with technology, too!

Lagerfeld snapped the above photo of Choupette swiping away at an iPad and posted it to Twitter with the caption “iPet”. 

Can this kitty get any cuter? 

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Presenting the New Face of Chanel No. 5: Brad Pitt

Yes, you’ve read that right: the hunky Brad Pitt has been chosen as the new face of legendary women’s fragrance Chanel No. 5. 

According to Paris Vogue, we’ll get to check out the hot new campaign come fall. I’m wondering how this campaign will pan out —because as a 48-year-old male, Pitt doesn’t necessarily fit in with the perfume’s target audience. 

But I suppose if the target audience is swooning over him, all is well and good in Chanel’s world. 

What do you think, ladies? Is Brad a smart choice to fill the shoes of Marilyn Monroe and Nicole Kidman?  

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Hello, Sunshine! Stars Step Out in Yellow At the Met Ball 2012

If you’ve been on this little thing called the Internet at all lately, you’ve heard about the Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations exhibit. Last night, stars and Vogue editors stepped out in their best impression-making ensembles for the fashion event to remember. 

And some of them seriously brightened up the ball. January Jones, I’m in love…with your gorgeous gown! 

Solange Knowles in Rachel Roy

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Everything You Need to Know Before You Watch the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Exhibition

Fashion devotees and New Yorkers, the blogosphere has been abuzz with Costume Institute Gala deets all day. From Prada to Coco Rocha, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute exhibition is sure to be a fete to remember.

Officially, this year’s theme is Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations. The night the fashion world has been waiting for will be live-streamed for all to see on Vogue.com from 6:30pm to 8:30pm EST tonight. So, if you’re one of the 99.99% of us who hasn’t scored an invite but can’t get enough of Miuccia Prada and Anna Wintour, read the scoop on the event now and tune in tonight! 

According to a Racked report, Prada is going back to the 90s with a limited edition line of “re-edition” bags, like this old-school satin purse originally crafted in 1991. But you’ll have to be in NYC to scoop up one of these; they’re only being sold at Prada’s Broadway, Fifth Avenue, and Madison Avenue locations.

Miuccia herself had a little mishap with a troublesome pair of platform shoes, but don’t worry —you’ll see her tonight. 

Oh, and Diego Della Valle (aka the owner of Schiaparelli) is preparing to re-launch the brand in February 2013. Offerings will include accessories, fragrances, makeup, and even a few pieces of clothing. 

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Saturday Obsession: Jeffrey Campbell x Urban Outfitters

It’s official: these mint green booties are on my must-have list. Can the heeled works of wonder pictured above get any better? 

They’re a fresh, minty green and are perforated to boot, meaning you can strut in them all summer long. 

You can find the Jeffrey Campbell x Urban Outfitters Macrame Lita bootie online right now. These will set you back $170, but in this case, we’re perfectly willing to shell out the dough. 

We can’t wait to go green! 

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