Red Hot!

I've been (jokingly) referred to as the Asian Kim Kardashian and now I'm seriously considering being her for Halloween. Girlfriend has been looking good! Love her in this stunning red gown while abroad in Dubai. She should wear more red, right?

Style on the Street NYC!

Hi lovelies! Very very excited to announce the new season of my video series, 'Style on the Street' for typeF.com! The series went live today and features cool NYC girls with fabulous personal style and killer body confidence!

Here's the intro video of me explaining the concept:

The Style on the Street Intro in Times Square -- powered by typef.com

Watch ALL of the videos here!!
XOXO

On My Radar

I'm always on the lookout for cool new clothing lines, and I think there's promise in L.A.-based Everly. The cool contemporary collection is youthful with a bid of indie edge--all at a very affordable price point (most are around $50-75.) Who doesn't love that?

Kardashian Kollection Party

Last night I headed out to The Colony in Hollywood to toast the new Kardashian Kollection for Sears and party it up with Kim, Khloe, Kourtney and the whole gang. Models rotated around a small stage in different Kardashian-inspired outfits ranging from sleek jumpsuits, sequined ensembles, leopard print blazers, plenty of body-conscious mini dresses and more. Not to be missed was the lingerie offerings, that proved to be both pretty, sexy and perfect for their customer. Maybe they should have just stuck to a lingerie collaboration, what with all of those famous sisterly curves?









Anyway, I digress, all in all, the Kardashians played it safe for the mass market. Although, if pressed, Forever 21 (or...wait, bebe debuted a nearly identical Kardashian collection at a higher price point not that long ago...) would also offer you the same sort of disposable club wear.
Truthfully, though, the singular standout item I saw was an oversized black lace handbag with top handles (a la Louis Vuitton's 'Speedy' silhouette) that I could totally get on board with. Classy, and might I add, discreet, too, so not a soul will know it's from Sears.

Preview: Paper Crown

Have you been eagerly anticipating Lauren Conrad's newest fashion line paper crown? I've got the scoop on the wearable, sophisticated styles designed by the reality star herself. The contemporary collection debuts this fall and can be best described as a collection for those who like to 'play dress up in a grown up world.'
See for yourself:













The collection hits stores the first week of August, and will be available at Nordstrom, Ron Herman, Fred Segal and Planet Blue, among several other department stores and specialty boutiques. Paper Crown retails between $59 and $458.

Moody Blues

I have more little black dresses than I know what to do with, so I welcome a refreshingly chic navy frock with open arms. I spied this adorable number (just $39) on Lulus.com and love everything about its simple yet sassy silhouette.



A chunky retro-glam bracelet ($16 at Lulus.com) adds just enough glitz.

Anna Sui for Target

Behold the upcoming designs from Anna Sui's collaboration with Target, launching September 13. Inspired by Gossip Girl, the collection mixes a fine balance of downtown edge with chic uptown panache.

Missing New York City a whole lot right about now...

Peaches & Cream

I actually do rather like this sweet n' sexy dress from Elizabeth and James (the Olsen twins' line, FYI), but I really don't care for the way they styled it in this image. Short dark masculine cowboy boots and a brassy fringed metal necklace? Blech.



Elizabeth and James Boudoir Dress $465 at eLuxury.com.

Cute & Cozy.

It's raining here in L.A. (the nerve!), and all I want to do is light a candle and curl up at home. This poppy cashmere nightgown from Free People looks ideal.

On sale for $49.95 (from $188) at FreePeople.com.

Celeb Obsession: Lauren Moshi

Practically every starlet in Hollywood has been spotted wearing an ultra-comfy, artfully-rendered Lauren Moshi tank or T-shirt around town.






Want one of your own? Use code TAKE30 at LuvCharlie.com for 30% off your order!

Celebrity Style: Jessica Alba's Tunic

Jessica Alba layered a chic motorcycle jacket over her grey silk Fifteen-Twenty tunic top.

Deep Designer Discounts at Net-a-Porter.com!

Just in case you're interested, there are plenty of gorgeous seasonal wares on sale now at Net-a-Porter.com. You can always look back and think, 'Remember when times were so tough that even the hottest designer labels were marked down?'

Just a Reminder...

The Commes des Garcon collection for H&M hits select stores tomorrow!
(But if you're an editor living in LA, you'll be at the VIP preview shopping event with me tonight!)



Here's who will carry the collection:

New York:
H&M Fifth Avenue at 51st Street
H&M Penn Station
H&M 34th Street at 6th Avenue
H&M Lexington at 59th Street
Chicago:
H&M North Michigan Avenue
Los Angeles:
H&M Sunset Boulevard
H&M Beverly Center
San Francisco:
H&M Powell Street

cute...Cute...CUTE!

Been meaning to say this...but, my new celeb style crush= Lindsay Price!

Kind of really tempted to Photoshop my face on her body so I can pretend to wear that adorable tulip-skirt-and-sweetheart-neckline-strapless ensemble that is oh-sooooo-my-style...

Banana Republic on the Rise

Ah, yes. We're happily heading into the holiday season, and with all of this hopeful energy buzzing around town, it's hard not get into the spirit of things....by...shopping! Who's with me?

Not convinced? Well Banana Republic has some sweet and sophisticated items this season that might make you take a second look. They are currently re-vamping their creative directives to a more fashion-forward audience in the coming months, and I can see that change is among us already.
Take a look:





And, I should mention that with code CELEBRATE, you can also score 20% off any purchase of $125 or more through November 13th.

Nice.

Halloween May Be Over...

...but that doesn't mean you can't still get your flapper style on!



I'd wear this swingy skirt out to dinner or to a work event without thinking twice.
$58 at UrbanOutfitters.com.

So Many Sales, So Little Time...

I've been on a a bit of a BCBG party dress kick lately (I've gotten two flirty frocks in the last two weeks), so imagine my surprise when I get an exclusive offer in my e-mail this morning.

Get $100 off at BCBG with code FALLCHECK08.





Why must they torture me so?

GO Green!

I'm all for the environment, and you should be too. So how can you help?

Take a peek (please, please, pretty please!) at my latest Green Goddess Guide on GuideSpot.com and tell me what you think!


Comments/ideas/shout-outs are highly, highly encouraged. :)

25% off at Victoria's Secret

We're all in money-saving mode right now (thanks, economy), so it's helpful that nearly every retailer out there is offering discounts and sales to lure shoppers back in. Get 25% off any single clothing purchase at Victoria's Secret (now through Wednesday) with code 25CLOTHING.