He’s touting his tunes all over town to the fashionable elite. Next stop, the Rebecca Minkoff after party at the Darby Downstairs tonight. Then he’s setting the mood for Rachel Roy‘s after party on Monday.

So, if you’re a fashion journalist, he’s playing for you. Find your way in.

After you take your personal style quiz, you can choose your first item from a curated collection of accessories, jewelry, handbags, beauty, home products and cosmetics chosen by a team of buyers and fashion experts. Shoes and apparel are said to be coming soon. After your first choice, two more mystery products will mosey their way into your bag.

Although it’s easy to be underwhelmed by any dresses coming before the Oscars, there are some ladies who really turned it out last night. We put our top 10 at the beginning of the gallery for your viewing pleasure. All photos from Huffington Post Style.

Rose Byrne in Elie Saab

Amber Heard in Zac Posen

Gretchen Mol in L'Wren Scott

Jayma Mays in Reem Acra

Angelina Jolie in Jenny Packham

Judy Greer in Collette Dinnigan

Octavia Spencer in Tadashi Shoji

Tilda Swinton in Lanvin

Viola Davis in Marchesa

Zoe Saldana in Givenchy Haute Couture

Tina Fey in vintage Verasce

Sofia Vergara in Marchesa

Shailene Woodley in L'Wren Scott

Sarah Hyland in Temperley

Naya Rivera in Naeem Khan

Natalie Portman in Giambattista Valli

Michelle Williams in Valentino

Meryl Streep in Vivienne Westwood Couture

Melissa McCarthy in Badgley Mischka

Maya Rudolph in Naeem Khan

Lea Michele in Versace

Kyra Sedgwick in Pucci

Kristen Wiig in Balenciaga

Kaley Cuoco in Romona Keveza

Julianna Margulies in Calvin Klein Collection

Jessica Lange in David Meister

Jessica Chastain in Calvin Klein Collection

Jenna Ushkowitz in Rebecca Minkoff

Jane Lynch in David Meister Signature

Jane Krakowski in Antonio Berardi

Glenn Close in Zac Posen

Emma Stone in Alexander McQueen

Emily Blunt in Oscar de la Renta

Dianna Agron in Carolina Herrera

Diane Lane in David Meister

Bérénice Bejo in Ralph Lauren

Angela Kinsey in Romona Keveza

Amber Riley in Badgley Mischka

Photos: Josh Wong Photography

Creole for “my home,” LakayPAM was founded in 2006 by Cedrick Roche, his wife Carolina Bittencourt and Mathias Youbi to help provide poor children with food, shelter, medical care, education and other basic needs.  Interacting with the Haitian kids, however, one would scarcely know they face such adversity on a daily basis.

“It was almost as if they didn’t know something happened,” Coco said. “They’ve gone through so much that it gave the entire experience a real hope. Even when we had the cameras. The adults did not want cameras in their faces – I could understand that — in the beginning, when there was so much, they thought ‘We’re going to be saved!’ And nothing happened.  When we came with our cameras, they did not want that. But the kids were like, ‘Yeah! Let’s do it! I’m a model!’ There were at least three or four kids I wanted to take home with me. I’ll be the new Angelina!”

Check out the film below:

For all involved, the time spent in Haiti clearly made a lasting impression — both Coco and James and Cedrick and Carolina plan on visiting later this month, while after the film screening I couldn’t help but notice Behati overcome with tears. Her photos were a testament to the spirit of the trip and displayed that the model is just as proficient behind the camera as she is in front of it. While this was her first exhibit – a major accomplishment she ranks alongside strolling the VS runway – photography is something she will do long after she hangs up her wings.

Letters to Haiti was an incredibly moving event that at least inspired one young super in the audience. Karlie Kloss couldn’t wait to get involved, but Haiti will have to wait till at least the New Year – first she has to head back to St. Louis for the holidays.

James Conran and Coco Rocha

Screening Letter to Haiti

Cedrick Roche and Carolina Biitencourt with their adorable daughter

Me and my new BFF Karlie Kloss

Coco Rocha with her fierce Aunt Rosemary

Screening Letter to Haiti

Carolina Bittencourt

James Conran and Coco Rocha

A bidder cometh

Behati and Coco play hostess

Supermodels unite! Karlie Kloss, Hilary Rhoda,Carolina Bittencourt, Coco ROcha and Behati Prinsloo

Coco and Behati

Hilary Rhoda, Zac Posen and Coco Rocha

Coco and Behati

Cedrick Roche, Carolina Bittencourt, Behati Prinsloo, Coco Rocha and Dancing with the Stars' Tony Davonlani

Behati Prinsloo

This wine-colored denim actually sends chills down our spines. Betcha she doesn't own pants with authentic python patches at the knee.

This piece of jewelry transforms before your eyes - the heart-shaped charm opens to reveal long silvery strands. It's perfect for the day-to-night outfit aficionado.

Stamped with "FEED 1000" across the back, this beaded evening clutch is unlike any other. For each bag purchased, FEED Projects will provide 1000 meals for children worldwide.

Dress her feet in a pair no one else owns. Constructed from leather and vintage kilim rugs, each pair of Kiboots is one of a kind.

With an array of metallic, bright and dark smokey hues, she'll never tire of creating over-the-top looks with this vibrant palette.

This obscure set of ear candy boasts the coolest combination of colors we've seen. Bold enough for both short and long hair.

We want candy colored fur, and so does your over-the-top accessories loving friend. Give her the gift of sugar pink head warmth.

The perfect gift for the hostess who has it all, these adorable little sugar buttons will make her day a bit sweeter.

For the tough bitch who loves a stiff coffee, no one in her office will attempt to steal this mug.

Featuring a Mauverina Tana Lawn fabric exterior and classic vintage paper lining, this is perfect for the collector in your life.

The perfect bag for a weekend getaway, your gal will appreciate it's slightly masculine touch.

You may not understand her obsession with furry bags, but you can scratch the fabulous itch with this delightful accessory.

For the gal who remembers the classifieds pre-Craigslist, protect her technology, throwback style.

Protect your woman's arms from the winter chill with these black, ultra toasty gloves. Especially great if she loves capes.

The gift that keeps on giving (literally, it never ends) all winter long.

This limited edition fragrance is for both of you to enjoy - the warm and spicy floral notes are ultimately sensual.

Pyramid studs will lend a little style to her morning commute.

Nothing says "I love you" like leather. Buy your girl something she'll actually wear this year.

Forget the pearl necklace - give your lady purple and navy crystals.

Tis the season to fill her apartment with seasonal scents. Try our favorite, Clementine & Clove, for a sweet-spicy mix.

These long-lasting, glittery hues will make her fingers pretty for the engagement ring. Just kidding...

Give her some luxurious wrist candy, designed with a magical trio of sterling silver, 18K gold and diamonds.

Hard, bronzed, smooth moves in all directions. This T-bar suitcase is kind of sexy.

Blocked bright with DVF approved colors, this bag will catch the glimmer in your eye from way across the baggage carousel. And it's on sale right now!!

Perfect for your next cruise. I expect swashbuckling and booty aplenty.

Baby you can drive my car to the airport, and carry my luggage to the porter. Thanks.

Give me some croc imprinted leather and a leopard lining, and I've got a suitcase to take on my next foreign affair with that shipping heir...

Painterly floraled luggage will take your suitcase to a fantastic wonderland, which is marvelous, so long as it arrives at the right airport.

For the light traveler, take a spacious, luscious carry-on. Soft leather lets it fit tight in the overhead when it gets crowded. Chances are though, if you have this bag, you're flying first class, or a private jet, and don't need to worry about a crowded anything.

Blaring bright and hard-cased, this playful suitcase will be hard to lose.

Modernized batik cases the structured suitcase, and gives four wheels to turn on.

For our Uptown Chic/Downtown Sleek look today we are obsessing over these Reiss sequin trousers.  The perfect complement to both buttery smooth silks as well as rough & textured fabrics, their slim line and subtle sparkle make them a wardrobe essential.

Yes, I'm making up a new acronym, and it's called the Chic Black Dress. Something stylish and just above the knee is the way to go, especially if it boasts biz in the front and party in the back like this.

Don't even think about taking your Talbots suit separates out of the closet honey pie because we will set fire to them. Invest in a blazer with character, may it be from the 80s with huge, bold shoulders or a number with coat tails. This isn't investment banking, it's fashion, so look the part.

Animal print says two main things: 1. I mean business 2. I'm here to party. Both are very important things to emanate when you work in the fashion industry. Look around you, there is probably a lot of Tory Burch present. This is okay, go ahead and embrace the phenomenon. These shoes have all above traits present.

Many a time, the first thing someone sees is your bag. Make it a good one. Don't feel the need to carry the same style as everyone else but do feel the need to invest in something that stands out.

As self-explanatory as it sounds, rings can easily be forgotten when running out the door. No one likes a handshake without the cold touch of bling against his or her palm. A few handsome stackables will do.

And don't you dare reach into your "it" bag and fumble around with your jewel-encrusted cell phone when your boss asks for the time. A quick flick of the wrist stands between you and getting fired.

Lucky for you, an internship isn't a real job - you can have a little fun with your wardrobe as long as you don't look like an asshole. A small animal accessory is always a cute touch to top off a professional and stylish outfit.

The folks at Starbucks won't give a shit about your order if they see the fear of your boss twinkling in your teary eyes. An excessively large pair of designer sunglasses will not only make you look like an authority, it will hide last night's hangover as well.

Showing up to work with busted nails is a no-no, especially if you don't have a closet full of Milani One Coat Glitter for backup. Iridescent hues looks nicer longer than matte ones do. Throw a bottle like this in your bag for emergency touch-ups.

Amanda‘s Bag, Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag

1. Tilly & William Armer

2. House keys/coke spoons

3. Wallet

4. Makeup bag with assorted contents: MAKE UP FOR EVER Duo Mat Powder Foundation, Clinique Line Smoothing Concealer, Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional, Benefit Cosmetics Play Stick, Lancôme Le Crayon Khol Eyeliner, Dolce & Gabbana Lip Gloss, Benefit Cosmetics Big Beautiful Eyes, Smith’s Rosebud Salve, Shiseido Shimmering Rouge

5. Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag

6. Business card for Time Will Tell Watches

7. Other assorted business cards

8. M.Patmos cheat sheet

9. Norma Kamali 3D glasses and lookbook

10. Front row seat card for Anne Bowen

11. Sunglasses

12. KAUFMANFRANCO lookbook

13. Broken POS Apple Earphones

14. Hugo Naturals French Lavender Hand Sanitizer

15. Sephora makeup brushes

16. FashionIndie Mixtape Vol. 4

17. Hand creme from some gift bag

18. FashionIndie stickers

19. iPhone 4

20. Piazza Sempione tote

21. Macbook

22. Go green wireless phone charger

23. Concept Korea lookbook

24. Lemon-Lime Emergen-C

Filling in the cut outs, Rucci frames the form in sheer workings. Chado Ralph Rucci

Give us those giant shoulders and we're happy, but that skirt layering kicks it up. Sally Lapointe

Business sheers take it back and forward decades. Thom Browne

Take it to the plastics, this sheer will hit the beach. Cynthia Rowley

Ocean sheer up top sets a scene for the trailing print to tell. Peter Som

Cut out are supplemented with a Wang size mesh. Faster by Mark Fast

Loose knit mesh shrouds the body in sportswear. Just make sure your pockets are clean and tidy. Alexander Wang

Take this look clear across to neons. It's how you catch it from a distance. Rebecca Minkoff

Full length hollow striation lace becomes new world basic layering. Theysken's Therrorist

Cascading reds in layers of mesh glimmers slightly translucent. Oscar de la Renta

Shiny sheer uses metallics to cover up. Philosophy

Maximizing the use of white space, Calvin remains minimal. Calvin Klein

Shimmering sheer, this dress sees and feels in water. Marc Jacobs

Color Palette: Orange, yellow, powder blue, pink and neutrals

Mood: Nostalgic of summer days and looking forward to next spring

Statement Pieces: Black stilettos with a deep V and cuff around the ankle. As simple and casual as it was, a pair of coral high-waisted trousers with a white crop-top grabbed my attention

Front Row Name Drops: Leandra Medine, The Man Repeller, was in the show, but no famous faces in the front row

Gossip: “Wedges don’t do anything for me,” said the burly security guard to his colleague

Runway Music: Florence and the Machine, Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) in French, Foster the People and Pulp

See them paired with fantastic LBDs to add to your collection.

Let your balls hang out.

Ball and chain handbag: Nina Ricci $1,650 at Edit New York
Body-con cutout mini knit dress: Mark Fast was $3,032 now $1,516 at Farfetch

You have until August 5th to visit DailyCandy.com and enter the Start Small, Go Big contest. After entering your business info, there are three questions DailyCandy wants you to answer – The world needs my business because…; My big idea moment was…; and My greatest challenge so far has been. There will be one winner from each of the four categories who get to learn from the pros like Isaac Mizrahi, Rebecca Minkoff and Marcus Samuelsson.

What are you waiting for!? Get over there now and enter so you can break away from your boring day job and do what YOU do best.

1. Topshop Knitted Crochet Shell Top $92 – This country chic knit is perfect with a maxi and chunky necklace.

2. Of Two Minds Folklore Skirt $269 – Mixed watercolor prints should be a wardrobe staple.

3. St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Mousse $40 – Necessary for that flawless, without-the-sun summer glow.

4. Clinique Super City Block Oil-Free Daily Face Protector SPF 40 $18 – Not just for the holiday weekend, this great protector should be used 360 days a year.

5. Dolce & Gabbana Intense Nail Lacquer in Shocking $20 – The brightest, most gorgeous pink makes for happy fingers and toes.

6. We Are Handsome The Bather Printed Bandeau Bikini $230 – A perfect balance of minimalist and busy comes through in this adorable bikini.

7. Santoni Wedge $592 – Do you really need a specific reason to wear these incredibly vibrant yellow shoes? We didn’t think so.

8. Prada Cat Eye-Frame Acetate Sunglasses $290 – These white and tortoiseshell sunnies scream glamour.

9. Rebecca Minkoff Lovespell Crossbody Fringe Rocker $338 – Hands-free and fabulous, you’ll never want to carry another bag.

10. Anya Hindmarch Beach Party Tote $160 – Can you think of a cuter tote for a clam bake?

11. House of Harlow 1960 14KT Gold Tassel Smoky Crescent Earrings $75 – The perfect statement earrings for a luxe boho feel.

12. Missoni Geometric Acetate Bib Necklace $705 – Encased fabric makes this piece a worthy splurge.

13. Gucci Guilty Eau de Toilette 1.6 OZ $75 – Rich amber and feminine lilac is daring, sexy and sensual, just like the fashion house itself.

What are your must-haves for 4th of July weekend? Let us know in the comments.

Many of our favorite Indies were out last night including: Sir Ben Kingsley, Shenae Grimes, Famke Janssen, Rebecca Minkoff, Billy Burke, Scott Campbell, Arlenis Sosa, Genevieve Jones, Waris Ahluwalia, Lance Bass, & Sky Ferreira

The exhibition was itself  fantastic.  Some of the films included in the exhibtion were Taxi Driver, The Aviator, & Vertigo. Our personal favorite attraction happened to be costumes from Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette. (Featured below)

The exhibition, which will be open to the public (FOR FREE!) starting today until June 19th 2011 at  Center 548 in New York City, celebrates the stories of obsessive craftsmanship behind some of cinema’s most iconic on-screen moments.  It takes 30 manual steps to create the perfect pair of Persol frames and  similarly this exhibit showcases how each instance of what appears on the silver screen  can take hours, weeks or even months of painstaking research and craftsmanship to develop and comes for a place of passion.

For some more art check out this video of Sam & I doing a wave in a flipbook we made at the event (below)

attends Persol Magnificent Obsessions: 30 Stories of Craftsmanship in Film at Center 548 on June 16, 2011 in New York City.

attends Persol Magnificent Obsessions: 30 Stories of Craftsmanship in Film at Center 548 on June 16, 2011 in New York City.

Rucksacks - Perfect for music festivals and adventure-filled getaways, these backpacks will ensure your belongings stay near.

Clockwise from top left:
Billionaire Boys Club Miawaiian Night Rucksack $410, fashionbeans.com

Roxy Creative Peak Rucksack $46, zappos.com

Gucci Classic Logo Rucksack $935, profilebrighton.co.uk

Zara Kit Bag Rucksack $29.90, zara.com

Topshop Tan Washed Oversize Rucksack $75, us.topshop.com

Weekenders - Great for a three-day getaway, these carryalls will have you traveling to the best weekend destinations in high style.

Clockwise from top left:
Fossil Key-Per Weekender $138, macys.com

Billykirk x Opening Ceremony Red Stripe Carryall $300, openingceremony.us

Robe di Firenze Italian Leather Carry All Travel Bag $622, forzieri.com

Design Within Reach Masonry Weekender Bag $150 – $175, dwr.com

Betsey Johnson Betsey Babe Weekender $148, betseyjohnson.com

Totes - Everyone needs a good tote for farmer’s market shopping, camera carrying and extra shoe stowing, even on vacation.

Clockwise from top:
Bamboula Ltd. Market Tote $58, madewell.com

Kate Spade New York Felice Tote $295, couture.zappos.com

Azzedine Alaïa Beige Petal Shape Perforated Leather Tote $2,284, montaignemarket.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs Lucy Ostrich-Effect PVC Tote $400, net-a-porter.com

Kate Spade New York Cabana Stripe Medium Raelin $325, katespade.com

Crossbodies - Whether at a summer concert or just out for the night, a crossbody bag is small and easy to carry on all your getaways.

Clockwise from top left:
Rebecca Minkoff ‘Double Rocker’ Crossbody Bag $330, nordstrom.com

Lodis Cayman Cameron Crossbody $158, lodis.com

See By Chloé Poya Small Crossbody Bag $330, harveynichols.com

Armani Exchange Wood Frame Crossbody Bag $88, armaniexchange.com

Hype Handbag Ellie Crossbody Bag $131, macys.com

If you like what you see, tweet at me @CrystlMeatballs and tell me your favorites. What is your go-to bag for summer traveling?

TOP ROW: These three are holding in the uptown. They’re probably uncomfortable identifying themselves as rucksacks, but given the drawstring and flapped nature of the closing, they do fit the qualifications.

[Rebecca Minkoff, Dusen Dusen, Badgley Mischka]

MIDDLE ROW: These three canvas sacks should head straight to the mountains or the beach. They’re cute, but only when you’re in full adventure mode.

[Frills & Company, Ecote, Madewell]

BOTTOM ROW: These three fuse the two categories and head downtown. They’ve got a taste of native America in the practical sense.

[ASOS, Obey, Dannijo]

Now the question, which one is coming with me to Bonnaroo?

**With all of these guides, remember you will be wearing one of the daytime outfits to your destination. And, if you’re like us, you’ll probably be wearing most or all of the accessories too.

The Hamptons

The Bag
Bodhi “Weekender” Bag $648 – Sleek and luxe, just like your favorite string of Long Island beaches

The Accessories
Cutler & Gross Sunglasses $485

Alexander McQueen Mini Ivory Western Wicca Satchel $1,595

Malene Birger Ginau Mixed Bracelet Set $165

Aldo Stewarts Earrings $12

Belle Noel by Kim Kardashian 14KT Gold Stone and Pave Cocktail Ring $38

Marimekko Unikko Pink and Red Beach Towel $85

The Daytime Pieces
T by Alexander Wang Button Down Silk Tank $140

3.1 Phillip Lim Knot Front Pleated Short $295

T by Alexander Wang Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Shirt $188

Mara Hoffman Ruffle Bustier Bikini $220

Rag & Bone Emma Short $143

Diamond by Julien Macdonald Dark Pink Palm Print Kaftan $52

Topshop Rope Tie Leg Sandals $75

The Nighttime Pieces
Diane Von Furstenberg Bicolour Wrap Dress $535

Alice + Olivia Grace Belted Stretch-Silk Dress $330

Lanvin Ankle Strap Pumps $1,050

The Catskills

The Bag
Fossil Vintage Reissue Weekender $218 – Rustic and bohemian, this bag will hold all your mountainside lake looks

The Accessories
Barbara Bui Floyd Mini Fringe Bag $595

Alexander McQueen Head Skull Necklace $595

Alexis Bittar Gold Ombre Bracelet $270

Rebecca Norman Rocky Ring $135

Linda Farrow Retro Style Sunglasses $425

The Daytime Pieces
Damir Doma Cropped Tank Top $230

Love Sam Lace Top $99

Topshop Green Flippy Skirt $55

Undrest Liberty-Print Cotton Swimsuit $275

Fly London YLVA Platform Sandal $185

Victoria’s Secret Maxi Dress $48

The Nighttime Pieces
Miss Selfridge Orange Twill Crop Jacket $73

AllSaints Aztec Dress $460

Camilla and Marc Blind Call Leopard Frock $705

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute 105 $1,395

Cape Cod

The Bag
Buti Pebbled Calf Leather Weekender Travel Bag $540 – The perfect blue to match the skies of this classic, nautical vacation destination

The Accessories
Robindira Unsworth 22k Gold Hammered Hoops $144

Cynthia Rowley Denim Frame Heart Shoulder Bag $130

Larkspur & Hawk Emma Ring $850

Rag & Bone Short Brim Beach Hat $135

Kenneth Jay Lane Starfish Gold-Tone Bangle $84

Selima Optique Andy Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses $325

The Daytime Pieces
H! by Henry Holland Beige Cropped Jersey Blouse $26

Rebecca Minkoff Hali Cut-Out Rose Print Shorts $228

Marc Jacobs Floral-Print Silk Tank $198

Karen Walker Belted Swing Skirt $180

Topshop Red & White Stripe Bandeau Cover Up $52

D&G Reversible Halterneck Bikini $300

Keds Champion Austin $50

The Nighttime Pieces
Alice + Olivia Cody Color Block Dress $368

Diane Von Furstenberg Mini Maize Silk Pleated Dress $695

Schutz Laser-Cut Platform $210

What is an absolute must-have for your Memorial Day getaway?

The Hamptons is going to be swarming with the rich and fabulous. It is important that you always look posh and put together even if you’re getting plastered in the middle of the day. I recommend this Ben Minkoff weekender. It’s simple, durable, and can hold a champagne bottle or two. (And yes I know from experience.) One of your essentials should include a Ralph Lauren polo. (The staple of the prep wardrobe) An Orlebar Brown bathing suit is the way to go shorts wise. (Even if you’re not swimming you can wear these as shorts all day and look stylish.) Finally you’ll need a pair of  Sperry boat shoes. (Duh!) Don’t forget to bring a blazer just in case and daddy’s credit card.

The Jersey Shore is always a hot spot during the summer months and Memorial Day weekend is probably one of the craziest times it gets. As a Jersey native I have to say that  people were going to down the shore (As we Jerseyans put it) before Snooki and The Situation took over with a camera crew. That being said a Quiksilver duffle is what you want to pack. It can take a beating and be fulled to over capacity with all your weekend needs. While you’re at the beach or walking on the boardwalk these American Eagle shorts have both fashion and function without calling negative attention to whoever is wearing them. Speaking of the boardwalk you can stroll comfortably down it in these Ugg sandals. Lastly you’ll need something nice to impress at the club and an Armani Exchange dress shirt will do the trick. Just make sure you’re tan and party ready.

Fire Island is a major gay destination on the East Coast if you didn’t know. The island is known for it’s nonstop parties and debauchery. If you go this Rag & Bone bag says “I’m here, I’m queer, & I have taste: Get Used To It!”  I recommend packing light since it seems that many of the people running around are not in that much clothes. That’s why this Baskit trunk is totally appropriate. There are a lot of outdoor activities so go for a pack of American Apparel tanks so you have something light and simple that can transition from day to night. Finally I recommend these GAP flip flops:they’re inexpensive, versatile and perfect for a beach day. Remember to leave your heavy layers and inhibitions behind.

1. Vertical stripes in a loose tweed knit and subdued brights. Proenza Schouler

2. Rosy cheeks. Rebecca Minkoff

3. Light stripes sit tight. Topshop

4. Jagged print, ombré repeat. Missoni

5. Big splatter watercolor. Cacharel

6. Small spotty watercolor. Cacharel

7. Free ranging paisley. Topshop

8. Catty shorts. Barneys

9. Might be a skort, and that’s okay. Missoni

10. Do the polka dot. Henry Holland

11. Abstract neon on black tucks. Cynthia Rowley

12. Boyfriend shorts with a floral twist. Wood Wood

13. Tribal hypnosis. Diane Von Furstenberg

14. Minuscule floral bubble. Second Female

16. Lucky rows of horseshoes. Missoni

I met a girl in East LA in floral shorts… H&M

FI's Sam Lim in Opening Ceremony's limited edition tee

Opening Ceremony’s Carol Lim and Humberto Leon along with actress Rinku Kikuchi and former Angelina Jolie scissor sister, Jenny Shimizu are offering a limited edition T-shirt. The shirts are $30 and all proceeds go to the American Red Cross.

In collaboration with artist Dean Landry, Anna Sui has created the “Japan We’re All in This Together” tee for men (in black) and women (in lavender). Both sell for $20 each and will begin shipping April 15th. All proceeds go to Japan Relief Effort.

Rebecca Minkoff will donate $100 from each sale of their red handbags to the Red Cross while deciding on a “larger initiative.” The bags range form $295 to $495.

For the Brits, Simeon Farrar is giving away a free Kate Mouse T-shirt if you donate at least £20 to Save the Children by the end of March. To put this into context, there’s been a 300 person waiting list for the tee since December.

Tory Burch‘s Japan Relief T-shirt retails for $29 with all proceeds going to the Red Cross through Sept. 15th.

Monocle and Brooklyn Tokyo are releasing a special edition Support Japan Bracelet for £10 or $18 USD with 100% of the proceeds going to Japan’s Civic Force, a non-government organization that responds to domestic humanitarian disasters.

And last, but certainly not least, Lady Gaga has already raised over $250K with her $5 We Pray for Japan wristband. All $250K of which went directly to Japan relief efforts.

So whether you feel like dropping $5 for a bracelet, $20 for a tee, or $400 for a bag, there’s an easy and  fashionable way to help out the thousands of people affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Get to shopping!

Link Love: Daily Front Row

Who is the R&Em girl?
R&Em stands for Remy and Emmy who are two personalities representing two different sides of the everyday girl. Remy is a world traveler – she is chic with an uptown vibe. Emmy is the all-American girl next door who is laid-back and just loves to have a good time. The line is budget-friendly, so it resonates with people like me who live in the city and have very tight budgets but still like to be chic and keep up with the trends.

How does it feel to be the face of this great new accessories line?
It’s crazy! It is so flattering to be the face of R&Em, but there is a part of me that says ‘It’s weird – I’m not a model, I’m not a celebrity.’ But that’s what this line is about, regular girls who love great style. So that’s what I am, the girl next door from Brooklyn.

I love your outfit, what are you wearing today?
I am wearing a vintage skirt, Jessica Simpson platforms, Hue tights, Postlapsaria lace jacket (Keiko’s own label), Coach leather jacket and an R&Em Woodstock bag, my favorite of the collection.

What makes the Woodstock bag your favorite of the collection?
All of the bags are named after musical influences. This is a classic satchel but with the updated zipper and studs. The colorway is really unexpected, a blush tone with chocolate edges. I love that you can sling it across you body or use the little handles and throw it on your arm. It’s very versatile and definitely my favorite.

Mac and I got our photo taken with the tall and graceful Keiko. Wish we would have worn our big girl shoes!

You can snag one of these fabulous bags at Macy’s ASAP. Also, check out Keiko’s blog if you haven’t already.

Photo Credit: Guest of a Guest

The contents of someone’s bag tells a lot about them. And here at FashionIndie, our bags can’t keep their goddamn mouths shut.

Sam – Louis Vuitton backpack

My favorite moment was about 4 hours into our Blogger Break Room when we had like 80 people simultaneously getting spa services, drinking champagne, being fabulous and magically nothing went wrong!

Rebecca Minkoff mini wallet
Camera
Grey matte nail Polish
Keys
Gucci aviator sunglasses
Fashion GPS front row seat and after party drink tickets to L.A.M.B. and Ivana Helsinki
Taxi receipts
A fat pile of business cards
NYFW credential badge
Dollar bill from the VMAN Magazine party
Louise Manna body wrap jewelry
3 pens
Moleskine mini notebook
Liquid black eyeliner
Maybelline lipgloss from the Tents
Lotion
Vitamins

Amanda – Bag made from recycled plastic bottles from Love Brigade

- These are my favorite sunglasses of ALL TIME. I bought them at my favorite old lady consignment store like 6 years ago. The case is from Topshop.
- My wallet is full of maxed out credit cards and a $5 bill, so sad.
- I keep vitamins with me in case I start to feel under the weather during fashion week.
- There’s nothing worse than when a nail breaks, so obvi a nail file is necessary.
- iPod, headphones, self-explanatory.
- Notebook and pen for notes and doodles.
- My Canon EOS 20D camera – I’ve been snapping photos all over town.
- My many keys
- Deck of cards from the Malan Breton show yesterday.
- My everyday beauty essentials – hairbrush, makeup brushes, Make Up For Ever Powder, Sephora eye shadow palette, Smith’s Rosebud Salve, Burt’s Bees, Benefit Bad Gal Liner, MAC Satin Lipstick in Rebel, Sephora lip gloss and Maybelline Falsies mascara
- Hand sanitizer for public transportation horrors.
- The collection description sheet from the Son Jung Wan fall/winter 2011 show.
- Business cards from Fashion Week that must be filed away!

Lester – H&M tote

While typing up my list I realized I’m basically a woman. And am fine with that.

Sequined clutch — I don’t care for man wallets
Interview mag with Tom Ford
Nail polish remover — for the 2 bottles of nail polish I got from Blogger Break Room
Headphones
Hand sanitizer
Notebook
2 pens
Duane Reade Cold & Sinus Relief — I crawled over the fashion finish line with a fever and god knows what else
T-Mobile crap since I “lost” my phone and had to get a replacement
Carmex
Programs from various fashion shows, including Richie Rich and Kimberly Ovitz
Box o’ biz cards
Trial size deodorant, baby powder and lotion, should I spend yet another night on someone’s couch
Stain remover pen (LIFESAVER)
The Socializer under eye treatment
Orbit gum
The First Wives Club– one of my fave movies so I decided to check out the book
Body oils (red Egyptian musk and Sandalwood)
Lanvin perfume, Arpege
Lollipop from Cocktails and Couture
Press pass from Diesel
Cough and eye drops
Mirabella eyeliner lip and cheek ink and
Compact — I got so much free make-up even though I don’t wear any of it. Now I have a reason to start.
Gloves
Christian Siriano Payless pump Polaroid
Swiss Army knife should I ever need to cut a bitch

Jess – Faux fur bodybag from LF

1. My brand spankin’ new Macbook pro, that I would have died without. Frequented that AOL StyleList blogger’s haven with it on the regs.

2. Multiple sparkly Milani nail polish. I did my nails everywhere, painting over layers to change up the colors constantly. There was a rotating slew of colors that cycled through the bag this week.

3. Lipsticks: Illamasqua: The Box (rouge), YSL fucsia, Iman (Pat Field‘s) Jaguar

4. Business cards. Gave out about 75, received at least as many.
5. Several WWDs and Daily Front Rows. I do admit I love reading the Daily.
6. Tickets. Many. Some I’ve disposed of, some made it. Some standing, some seats. None actually with my name on it.
7. Various runs of show. Ones that have lingered in my bag: Timo Weiland, Anna Sui, Dennis Basso, Alexandre Herchcovitch.
8. ESSENTIAL: Blackberry. Can’t believe it took me this long to talk about it. Maybe because I’ve done so much damage on it that it actually just broke. Fashion Week broke my phone…. now…. iPhone?
9. Because that’s not an iPhone, that’s an iPod touch and it’s been keeping me cat walking myself from place to place.
10. Biggie camera. I spent 3 years, that’s 6 seasons in the PIT with this guy. Not this year. Now I just got to use it on celebs backstage, at presentations and the like.
11. WIRES. OMG. My bag was like a radio shack. Heaven forbid I should be without a charge.
12. Small purse. Vintage. Used it when I stashed the big lady mama at the after party coat checks.
13. Wallet. Duh.
14. Deck of cards? The last free gift to remain in this bag. They’re usually the first to go when I get home.
15. Voice recorder, which I ditched for my Blackberry video camera.
16. Pashmina – much lighter than a laptop case. I didn’t wear it, my MacBook did.
17. Vintage Korean flower cardi I wore yesterday. I took it off when the world got mild.
18. Urban Zen literature – got my reikis healed (?) in the AmEx Skybox. Still confused about the process, but I felt great after.
19. My handy dandy notebook. All of my show notes are in this little thing.
20. Napkin from Timo Weiland’s after party on which Paul Steiger (as in Walter‘s son) drew shoes for me. I’m going to the press sample sale today!

That is all that remains. I’m surprised I didn’t find at least 3 Frappacinos and a slew of Fijis, but I lightened my load as I went along.

Mac – Faux croc tote from 21Men

I used the camera to take amazing photos all over NYC this Fashion Week.The Coke Zero is used solely for caffeine purposes but Lord knows I dont need any empty calories. I have two pairs of sunglasses to switch up my eyewear but maintain my air of mystery. The Marc Jacobs ones were gifted to me by stylist Robert Verdi as was the Kenneth Cole cologne, Reaction (the scent is fresh and young).  Finally the latest copy of VMAN for the train and cab rides all over the city. And yes I still have the dollar that was in his mouth.

Coke Zero
Powerade
VMAN
Sony Camera
DOTS Wooden Bracelts
Forever 21 Sunglasses
Marc By Marc Jacobs aviators
Notebook
The Daily
Brush
Chapstick
Fashion Indie Vol 2 mixtape
Biz cards
Cash
Metrocard
Pens
Hand Sanitizer
Ray Ban glasses case

Josh – Laptop bag

At the Richie Rich show I heard several people say, “Oh my god! That Rod Stewart impersonator looks so convincing!” I later learned that person was the real Rod Stewart.

Olive Leaf Extract Pills
Vitamin C
Shades
Icebreaker mints
3 $15 iTunes gift cards
Apple wireless mouse
Apple ear buds
GQ magazine
3 Random pens
1 Show invitation
Notepad
Small USB dog that humps computer
Sony voice recorder

Here’s what to give the woman in our lives who would never dare to leave the house without her beloved accessory:

1.  GUESS Laurita Box Bag, $115.00- This bag has all the bases covered: sexy, trendy, adorable, and affordable.

2. Treesje Krome Bag, $98- A good bag lover wouldn’t be caught dead pulling her designer lip gloss out of anything less than the perfect cosmetics bag.

3. B. Makowsky ‘Whitney’ Leather Satchel, $258- This is an incredibly chic day bag. Any girl wearing this means business.

4. Rebecca Minkoff Shine Studded Rockette, $150- This is perfect for the bag lady who loves to party. It goes great with those red heels that you know she’s been waiting to debut.

5. Alexander Wang Diego Leather Bucket Bag, $825- Every bag lady needs a splurge bag and this Alexander Wang is it. It’s a must-have for urban girls on the go.

“We have the clothes and shoes and the bags so we’re ready.  But it won’t just be my stuff…there’ll be things I love that I find on my travels,” she explained.  “It’s very exciting for me because I get to be a buyer now!”

Based on the widespread popularity of her bags we’d peg her for the Soho or West Village type, but like pointed out last night, she likes to do things differently.  (She used to go on the Purse Forum years ago, before blogs were a blip on anyone’s radar, and interact with her customers.)  So we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled in the East Village, or even Brooklyn.

(Via: Elle Magazine)

The event was well worth waking up at 7AM. Editors got to mingle with each other and were served a delicious breakfast. Everyone also got an opportunity to check out her holiday bags which are beautiful. Check out some pictures of the events below.

Thanks to Grease & Glamour for providing us with these great pictures.

That’s right Rebecca Minkoff will be on deck to style people in her Holiday collection. Along with her Fashion Indie editors, and stylist Mia Morgan will be there to assist her.

To top it all of if you buy a bag you can get it customized by artist Logan Real and a free gift. we will aslo be giving bags out every hour!

Book your appointment to get styled by Minkoff at: styling@RebeccaMinkoff.com

Can’t wait to see you all there!

Photographed exclusively for ASOS Magazine by John Lindquist, the actress models pieces by British designer Paul Smith, as well as Rebecca Minkoff, contemporary brand Gomez Gracia and ASOS’s own label. The eight page spread was shot in New York City.

LINK LOVE: ASOS

The crazy part of it all is that the Fashion Indie/Lookbooks team were partying it up at LAVO (same venue as Klum’s party) on Friday night. I think the closest I came to being there was following awesome designer Kerin Rose on Twitter. Guests included Kim Kardashian, Rebecca Minkoff, and Christian Siriano.

Now I promise this to myself and the whole damn internet that if I am not invited to this party next year that I am crashing the shit out of it!

LINK LOVE: Styleite

This week I thought I’d share some of my favorite looks by Rebecca Minkoff.  She’s such a talented designer and makes really beautiful, edgy pieces perfect for day to night looks.

I love how her handbags are made of such gorgeous leather and made cool with heavy hardware like bronzed zippers and metal studs!  Her jackets are really great too, the motorcycle jacket and cape (seen in the gallery below) are going to keep me stylish and warm all winter.

Definitely a look I’d rock to classes or to performances at The Red Lion, Minkoff’s bags just fit my life in the right way. Love her and hope one day I’ll be able to meet her in person.

Are you a Minkette?

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Check out our exclusive images from Rebecca Minkoff’s Spring/Summer 2011 runway collection. That’s Rumi Neely of FashionToast.com in “The Rumi Dress”. Check out more coverage only on ENVY.

FashionToaster Rumi Neely will be on display at Rebecca Minkoff today. The style blogger will be wearing Rebecca’s latest collection of apparel, shoes and of course, her TO DIE FOR handbags.

Loving how bloggers are leaving the web for the runway!!! Wonder what shows Bryan Boy wants to walk?

After you get your bag, get it customized by artist Logan Real.

Where: Saks Fifth Avenue, Fifth Avenue & 50th Street on Five

When: Friday, September 10th 6 – 8PM

A powerful planetary pairing of strength and passion will propel romantic prospects into the stratosphere this week (for most signs anyway)! As the summer passes it’s official halfway point, it’ll remain just as hot socially as it is atmospherically. Find out how much your temperature could increase here.

Aries
This week, you’ll harness the universe’s magnetic powers so strongly, that your dreamlover won’t be able to resist your seductive pull. This cosmically-assisted connection has potential to continue, if you can manage to emotionally float like a butterfly (instead of letting your insecurities cause you to sting like a bee). Celestial Style Tip: Matt & Nat’s Santogold shoulder bag is as rocker gritty/feminine as its namesake.

Taurus
Look out, Taurus – stars will align to inspire a weekend filled with sensual attractions and physical reactions! Although romance is ordained, if you want to maintain momentum you’re going to have to give generously without thoughts of what you expect to get in return. Celestial Style Tip: Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent’s Suede Grocery Bag is too chic to be filled with foodstuffs, but perfect for everything else.

Gemini
Two of the Zodiac’s best-matched planets will meet in your sign this weekend, which means you can expect lots of love! Whether your ring finger’s getting itchy, or you’ve looking for a no-strings cuddle buddy, it’ll be a great time to put yourself out there and reap the universe’s romantic rewards. Celestial Style Tip: Alexander Wang’s Rocco Mini Duffel is an edgy re-imagining of the duffel silhouette.

Cancer
Home will be where the heart is this week, Cancer! You’ll enjoy yourself most if you swap your dancing shoes for a pair of Isotoners, and spend your downtime curled up with your boo. If you’re single and crushing, invite the object of your affections over for dinner. Your home just may transform into a love nest. Celestial Style Tip: Passersby will swoon over Rebecca Minkoff’s Swoon Hobo.

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Finalist 1. Greta Eagan from GretaGuide.com

Check out BeautifulStranger.tv’s Interview with Greta Eagan.

Finalist 2. Hillary Bankz from HillaryBankz.com

Check out BeautifulStranger.tv’s Interview with Hillary Bankz.

Finalist 3. Mal Pearson from LVCMag.com

Check out BeautifulStranger.tv’s Interview with Mal Pearson.

Finalist 4. Qianna Smith from FashionQandA.com

Check out BeautifulStranger.tv’s Interview with Qianna Smith.

Finalist 5. Trang Huyen from TheSeams.blogspot.com

Check out BeautifulStranger.tv’s Interview with Trang Huyen

One of these lucky girls will soon be the recipient of an incredible package of goodies, including a trip to New York City in September for Fall Fashion Week; a stay at The Mark Hotel and dinner for two at Jean Georges; a hair cut and color with husband-and-wife team, Tammy and Robert Sherman, at Frederic Fekkai at The Mark; tickets to the Catherine Malandrino fashiow show, plus backstage access, a chance to meet the uber- talented designer, and, if that’s not enough, a $1,000 shopping spree at her store; a Rebecca Minkoff handbag; a serpent cuff from Vivre; lots of beauty booty from Fekkai and Christian Dior, and more!

Check BeautifulStranger.tv on Tuesday to hear what Celebrity Judges–Jayne Chase, Frederic Fekkai, Jenn Goodkind, Eva Lorenzotti, Catherine Malandrino, Fern Mallis, Rebecca Minkoff, Brandusa Niro, and Amanda Ross–loved about the girls personal style.

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Beautiful Stranger.tv launches the first online reality-programming event entitled “Hey Fashion Blogger, Are You The Next Beautiful Stranger?”  Think you’ve got the style it takes to win a glamourous weekend in NYC during Fall Fashion Week? Be sure to enter to win.

The contest, which runs from May 12 through June 9, invites fashion bloggers to submit their style, story and overall got-it-togetherness to Beautiful Stranger.tv. “This platform to feature fashion bloggers has been created as a tribute to the important new role they have begun to play in the fashion and media industry,” says Melissa Fedor, Co-CEO and Editorial Director for Beautiful Stranger.tv.

Fashion bloggers–the new wave of fashion trendsetters and 24/7 journalists–are encouraged to step out from behind their screens and present their style story and photographic images to a celebrity expert panel of judges, including:

• Frederic Fekkai (CEO, Fekkai)
• Catherine Malandrino (Fashion Designer)
• Amanda Ross (Celebrity Stylist, Fashion Director of the W Hotels)
• Fern Mallis (President, Fern Mallis, LLC)
• Brandusa Niro (Editor-in-Chief, The Daily Front Row)
• Eva Lorenzotti (CEO, Vivre)
• Rebecca Minkoff (Handbag Designer)
• Jayne Chase, and Jenn Goodkind, hosts of ‘A Fashionable Life’ radio show
• Melissa Fedor and Abby Wallach, Co-Founders of Beautiful Stranger.tv

The winner will be selected based on their personal style, photographic images, presentation and
story behind their blogging beat. The Grand Prize includes:

• A glamorous weekend in NYC during Fall Fashion Week 2010 at Lincoln Center
• Transportation to NYC
• Two-Weekend-Night Stay at The Mark Hotel
• Dinner for Two at The Mark Restaurant by Jean Georges
• $1,000 Shopping Spree at Catherine Malandrino, plus Backstage Pass to her fashion show
• An exclusive interview with Designer, Catherine Malandrino
• Cut and Color with Celebrity stylists, Robert and Tammy Sherman at the Renowned Fekkai Salon The Mark Hotel and Fekkai Hair Product
• The “Dior Classics” package, featuring Dior’s most luxurious products, including L’Or deVie La Crème and DiorShow Mascara
• Rebecca Minkoff Handbag
• Gold Serpent Cuff from Vivre
• Interview on ‘A Fashionable Life’ Radio Show with Jayne Chase and Jenn Goodkind
• Shoot Street Style for Beautiful Stranger.tv with Co-Founders, Melissa Fedor and Abby Wallach

“We are very excited to have a platform with Beautiful Stranger.tv where we can connect the fashion bloggers with the fashion industry in a new and inspirational way,” says Abby Wallach, Co-CEO and Executive Producer, Beautiful Stranger.tv.

Beautiful Stranger.tv, the online media brand, hits the streets in search of real people with great style. They start in New York City, the mecca of fashion, and find out what well-dressed denizens are using, wearing, loving, listening to on their iPods, how they’re going green, where they eat, shop and get their goods. Beautiful Stranger.tv now offers cutting-edge shopping technology where consumers can purchase every product that the beautiful strangers mention with one quick click.

For more details on the contest and daily updates from Beautiful Stranger.tv follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

Lucky magazine enlisted designer and music lover, Rebecca Minkoff, to guest blog from Coachella. She snapped photos of Florence Welch from Florence and the Machine, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and a handful of the most stylish girls at the festival.

Check out her coverage on Lucky Right Now, here.

Starting April 30, Saks Fifth Ave will release an exclusive new line of handbags in collaboration with designer Rebecca Minkoff.  Prices start around $500 for the smallest pouch and rise close to the four-digit mark.

LINK LOVE: Stylist

Well the answer is no. On Rebecca’s blog, “Minkette”, she teases readers into believing that all these New York City guys are walking the the street with her accessories when the whole while it was an April Fools Day joke. Well played Rebecca, but it nowhere near tops Fashion Indie’s prank of pretending to be bought by Christian Audigier.

Gilt Groupe is discounting our good friend and fave handbag designer, Rebecca Minkoff’s bags for one day only. Grab them while you can, they’re almost sold out.

EVENTS
• Meet Stella McCartney when she stops by Barneys New York to show off her fall 2009 collection. She’ll also have an informal Q&A session with Simon Doonan. 660 Madison Ave., at 61st St. (212-826-8900); 1?3.

• Stella McCartney’s exclusive collection for Net-a-Porter.com launches today. Online only.

• Def Jam artist Chrisette Michele stops by Sephora Fifth Avenue to celebrate her new album, Epiphany. 597 Fifth Ave., at 48th St. (212-980-6534); 7?9.

SALES
STARTING TODAY
• Buy a makeover package for $185 at Kimara Ahnert, and get a free one good for the Mother-Daughter makeover special. Or buy a facial for $130 and get a free lesson with a makeup artist (worth $185). Through 5/9. Kimara Ahnert, 1113 Madison Ave., nr. 84th St. (212-452-4252); M?S (10?7), Su (1?5). Call or stop in and mention the Mother’s Day special.

• Cotton shirts by Italian men’s brand Domenico Vacca used to be $590, but are only $159 at the designer sample sale. Pants that were $780 are now $140, and silk shirts that used to be $790 are now $230. Through 5/7. 14 E. 60th St., nr. Madison Ave., Ste. 900 (212-920-1211); daily (10?6).

STARTING TOMORROW
• At the Daryl K and Kerrigan trunk show, pre-order the fall 2009 collections for 20 percent off and shop the spring 2009 collection for up to 25 percent off. One day only. 21 Bond St., at Bleecker St. (212-529-8790); 11?8. Wine reception: 4?8.

• Betsey Johnson evening dresses are $75, day dresses are $50, and sportswear is $35 at the designer’s sample sale. Through 5/8. Millennium Broadway Hotel, 145 W. 44th St., nr. Broadway, sixth fl. (212-789-7546); daily (10?8).

• Katy Rodriguez’s spring 2009 collection is 20 percent off at her trunk show at Resurrection NY. Meet Katy on Thursday, May 7, when she stops by to show you the collection herself. Through 5/9. 217 Mott St., nr Spring St. (212-625-1374); daily (11?7). Appearance: 2?7.

• Delman’s spring collection of shoes is up to 75 percent off. Sandals, gladiators, ballet flats, and more are $89 to $109 (snakeskin heels were $365, but are now $109). Through 5/8. 145 W. 18th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; W, Th (10?7), F (10?3).

• Shoes, clothing, and handbags by Loeffler Randall are up to 50 percent off. Prices start at $125 for flats and sandals, $78 for clothing, and $80 for handbags. Through 5/9. 525 Broadway, at Spring St., Ste. 202; W, T, F (10?7), S (11?6).

• Rebecca Minkoff bags are over 50 percent off at the designer’s sample sale. Also find marked-down summer dresses and retro-styled suits by Abaeté. Through 5/10. 33 W. 17th St., nr. Sixth Ave.; daily (10?8).

ONGOING
• The 2008 resort collection by 3.1 phillip lim is up to 40 percent off while supplies last. Ongoing. 115 Mercer St., nr. Prince St. (212-334-1160); M–S (11?7), Su (noon?6).

LINKAGE: NY MAG