Nicole Richie Designs New Contemporary Line!

Yay my fav Nicole Richie is starting a line!

Nicole Richie is a new mom again, but that's not stopping her from expanding her fashion empire. Along with House of Harlow 1960 and a maternity line for A Pea in the Pod, she is designing a women's contemporary line called Winter Kate (Harlow's middle names). The 37-piece collection, which was inspired by peacocks and other birds, includes tops, vests, bed jackets, and dresses — mini, long slip-style, and kimono-sleeve maxis.

"Fashion should be accessible. That was my philosophy when designing House of Harlow 1960 and it remains my philosophy for Winter Kate," she said. Prices start at $35 and go up to $598 for leather pieces. Look out for the line in February at stores like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, Intermix, and Kitson.

LAUREN CONRAD FOR KOHL'S

Personally I don't dig Kohl's...If I need discount shopping I usually had over to my trusted Forever 21 , Joyce Lesile, or Target... but whatever floats your boat... so anyway Lauren Conrad was photographed at the Kate Somerville Emmy Gifting Suite Event in Los Angeles, September 18, mingling with skin expert Somerville while scooping up her luxe products. Lauren, looking polished as always, started with a loose golden tunic (for two similar frocks, try Juicy Couture's Jackie Ruffle Dress in Beausoleil or Ingwa Melero's intricate Charmeause Lotus Mini Dress in Chartreuse - or for similar silhouettes in different shades, check out Velvet's comfortable Charonna Dress in Brown or 12th Street by Cynthia Vincent's absolutely beautiful Beaded Neck Dress in Grey) that she belted (similar to Julie K Handbags' Tess Belt in Golden) and paired with delicate heels, a gold bangle (take a look at Rachel Leigh Jewelry's Sweet Tooth Bangle in Gold) and her signature single hair braid. What are your thoughts on Lauren's look here - basic, yes... but pretty, no?

Lauren was spotted earlier in Santa Monica participating in a Kohl's Department Store-sponsored beach clean up, and I can only assume she was there for one of two reasons. The first, that she actually cares about keeping our beaches clean (she did grow up on the beach in Laguna, after all) - and the second, that she was contractually obliged to be there, due to the fact that she just released her new clothing line at Kohl's.

Lauren tells Us Weekly that her new line is "a little more casual... trying to take that California style and make it accessible everywhere." A rep from the department store added in "We are confident the LC Lauren Conrad collection brings customers both the contemporary style and the world-class brand." While the collection contains mostly skinny jeans, flowy tops, and pretty dresses, do you have any interest in checking it out? Meaning venture into a Kohl's?

ALINA JEANS

After a year of development the new premium denim women's line Alina Jeans recently launched at Project Las Vegas with their Dirty Summer 2010 collection.

Alina Jeans are made from premium Italian denim and each pair is handmade in downtown L.A.! Inspired by Venice Beach, the collection's creative designer Alina Stefanescu says: "This is a collection you could be shipwrecked in and still look sexy. Lots of distressing, gorgeous bleaches and a 'dirty' feel." Which I adore! I love the hot mess look... with a side of rocker appeal...

Topshop Has it all!

Workout queens, get ready to sweat in major style. Topshop has teamed up with Italian dance and fitness label Freddy to bring you a seven-piece fitness collection that includes slouchy batwing tops, cowl-neck sweaters, and hoodies. Freddy for Topshop's color palette is slate, mauve, and fuchsia, and prices start at $57. The line drops tomorrow at Topshop stores in London and New York. Yeah! Workout in Style just how I like it :)

Nicole Richie’s Maternity Line for A Pea in the Pod!

Nicole Richie is known as known for her boho-chic style as she is for Hollywood pedigree — and with fans like Madonna wearing her House of Harlow 1960 jewelry collection, her design career couldn’t be hotter.
Pregnant with her second child (daughter Harlow Winter Kate is 18 months old), the star has signed on to create (and model) a line of maternity clothes with her signature flair for A Pea in the Pod. She explained that the collaboration works because “Pea in the Pod is such a known company for pregnant women. They carry great lines, and so when they asked me to create a line for them, I was really excited and eager to do it.”And being pregnant herself means that Nicole is especially considerate of her customers. “You really feel like you have to change your whole wardrobe. And that’s the last thing a woman wants to go through. So I really tried to make this line to get women excited about wearing clothes.”While Nicole admits she doesn’t always wear maternity clothes, she definitely thinks the pregnant form should be flaunted! “I think the pregnant body is beautiful, and I think you should show it off,” citing her jean cutoffs as a go-to this pregnancy. As for what to expect in the line, think peasant tops, layering tees, flowing maxi dress and braided details. Nicole may have some time left until she has her second child, but says of her newest design collection making its debut, “It feels great to see everything come to life.
It’s the best feeling in the world to have your visions and dreams coming together. I’m so excited for people to see them. I just hope that people like it.”“Nicole,” an exclusive collection for A Pea in the Pod stores on Friday, with prices ranging from $48 for tank tops to $148 to maxi dresses.

-Celebrity Baby Blog :)

New Line Debuts at PROJECT NYC

A New Line Debut recently at Project New York City...

Gold Tag Denim which is a Men/Women Denim Line with a large selection to choose from...

Clean Simple styles to the tie dye trends and acid wash... whatever your taste or however you feel that day Gold Tag seems to have your booty covered...

I really was into the Grey denim with the tie dye look.. it's seems all the rage, but they came also with a brown version which I have not seen anywhere else yet... The look def got the Rock Star thing going on.

The brand is well put together with attention to small details, hardware, and the pockets.

and great length in the inseam! I also need that with my 6 in. heels!

And as far as I know it will be at a good price point so It won't break the bank to get in a pair of these... should be in stores soon, I will keep you updated!

Love Ara

xoxoxo

Elizabeth & James by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen

Elizabeth and James by the Olsen twins is actually pretty nice. Everything is lightweight with a nice fashion forward look that seems effortless. Their line definetly channels their own style with some vintage inspiration. They give us a mix of masculine and feminine, casual and dressy. They have menswear inspired blasers and button ups along with mini-dresses, jewelry, and shoes. Everything is pretty pricy, the above blazer is a near $400 but its absolutely stunning. Love the color.

New Designers: Paige Gamble

Who: Paige Gamble, 30

What: Her namesake line of bench-made-in-Brooklyn exotic-skin clutches and totes

Why to buy: Gamble believes in building things to last. Her slender alligator clutches—made in rich colors inspired by Thai scarves—are treated to withstand disasters such as hot coffee spills and sloshed champagne.

Where to buy: By appointment at her Upper East Side atelier; Distractions, Aspen; Bellhaus, East Hampton, NY

Lightbulb moment: “While I was a trader at the Bank of New York, I fell in love with a turquoise beaded YSL minaudière. It was sold-out everywhere, so I decided to try to make my own. The rest, as they say…”

Inspiration: “My grandmother. She was always impeccably dressed. Her father was a senator, so she lived in Washington, DC—I just found out she dated Oleg Cassini!”

Extra touches: Gamble likes to travel. This means visiting an artisan in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, who dips fresh orchids in resin (later a flourish for an envelope clutch); discovering a “leather tattooer” in Wyoming; taking trips to China for hand-carved jade; and jetting to the Grand Palace in Bangkok for inspiration.

Love 21 by Forever 21

Forever 21 is on a roll to launch different lines within the brand to expand its empire to cater to all women out there. Earlier this month, Faith 21 was launched in hopes to win some plus-size ladies to shop the brand, it was a good move but after reading the comments it seems to be a bit disappointing. But in 4 days, May 19th, Love 21, their first contemporary line will be released featuring a sophisticated look, butI thought Twelve by Twelve was their contemporary line, hmm, I don’t mind another line. Stay tuned for the look book coming soon…

Stella McCartney's Capsule Collection for Net a Porter Debuts Today

Stella McCartney designed a 23-piece capsule collection for Net a Porter which went live today. Seven of the pieces feature a limited-edition cloud print which was the result of a collaboration between McCartney and pop artist Peter Blake.
It's a dreamy, gentle collection and Stella herself said she wanted to design something that would flatter a woman's shape. Stella came under fire recently for her Met Costume Gala outfit which consisted of a lace jumpsuit, but I rather liked it. At a talk last night she said:"I had to have a girlfriend take me in an out of it every time I had to go to the bathroom - so it does have it's drawbacks, but I love them because they're just so effortless."
Her collection contains a stunning silk jumpsuit, so we think she's definitely onto something!

Hard 8 still a hard hitting men's line....

The Long Beach Toyota Grand Prix is an annual race for formula 1 cars & it's a big event in California... The guy who won the race was sporting a Hard 8 tee from their new line LA 90015 on his way back home in his private jet.

I have always loved the "Chosen" tee by Hard 8 and always wanted one in a grey baby tee!

Can't wait to see what more they come up with.