New York Fashion Week Fills The Shows’ Front Rows With Plenty Of Famous Faces!

Among the fashion elite who are actually granted access to the highly-exclusive Bryant Park tents are some of Hollywood’s most noted celebrities — after all, what kind of star would you be if you weren’t dressed by the best of the best in designer royalty? Some famous fashionistas like Kellie Pickler and Jessica Stroup couldn’t stay away from the glamour of the runway and were spotted warming up the front row seats of several designers’ shows, including Badgley Mischka, Pamella Roland, and Lela Rose; meanwhile, other more low-key VIPs saved their appearances for just their favorite style mavens, like Mickey Rourke for Domenico Vacca. While New York Fashion Week is ultimately about the clothing, many stylish starlets’ presences in the front row are inevitably photographed even more frequently than the designer threads themselves (oh, the price of fame), but most celeb attendees made sure they shared the spotlight and showed their support by arriving in their favorite pieces from the headlining label, like Brittany Snow in her gorgeous beaded Diane von Furstenberg dress. I know being famous must be exhausting, but I really can’t think of anything I wouldn’t give to switch places with one of those front-row ticket holders just for a day (preferably Herve Leger day, please), even if I had to be Paris Hilton. Check out the slideshow for more pictures of stylish superstars, both in the audience and backstage at some of New York Fashion Week’s hottest shows!

Photo Credit: Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

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Buzzworthy Deals From Bloomingdale’s, Urban Outfitters, Sephora, And More!

Shop the Bloomingdale’s Buy More Save More event! Save $25 on your $150 purchase, $50 on your $250 purchase, $100 off your $500 purchase, and so on.. now through March 1.

Buy one AE tee and get another one for $10- tons of super cute styles to choose from.

Take $10 off your order of $75 or more at Urban Outfitters (use code TEN4U), now through March 9.

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New Balance 1500

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alt= //ppNew Balance are THE running shoe, so they’re mostly about function rather than fashion. Despite that I have a few pairs I use exclusively for walking because their foot support is unparalleled due to their emphasis on podiatrics. As ugly as these shoes are compared to other style-first shoes, they’re a step forward if you want some pizazz with your peregrinations. Available some time this summer from a href=http://solebox.de/Solebox/a. |via a href=http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/02/19/solexbox-x-new-balance-1500-pack-2009/HighSnobiety/a|br //p

Mr. T Messenger Bag and Wallet

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alt= //ppIf your flavor of badass flows from the 80s, then there’s nothing better than this Mr. T messenger bag. In a contest of bad mofos, I’d take a href=http://www.google.com/url?sa=tamp;source=webamp;ct=resamp;cd=1amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FB._A._Baracusamp;ei=BaSkSarsF5K2sAOS5aiaAgamp;usg=AFQjCNEAOL75EhE4JXJ81xlyA7GHqZ_SFAamp;sig2=RYsCi1UtZHmhThHW9inm5wBA Baracus/a over a href=http://www.google.com/url?sa=tamp;source=webamp;ct=resamp;cd=5amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FPulp_Fiction_(film)amp;ei=HKSkSd61KoGStQPzuYSqAgamp;usg=AFQjCNGBzEgQEbtRDJvv_ygQMnnDp4UvMAamp;sig2=kM3GHlSiO1aC350QPIKv7AJules/a from Pulp Fiction any day. If you ain’t got the snuff to carry the messenger bag, then a href=http://www.kapowgifts.co.uk/acatalog/info_1_17257.htmlthe wallet/a is what you whip out with your can of whupass. |via a href=http://www.uberreview.com/2009/02/mr-t-messenger-bag-and-wallet-might-attract-pity.htmUberReview/a|br //p

Influential International Style: Carla Bruni

I’ll openly admit that I have a girl-crush on Carla Bruni. The beautiful model/singer/First Lady of France is a bona fide style icon of our time. Although you might not be able to recreate the sound of her luscious voice (I dare you to listen to “L’amour” from her Quelqu’un M’a Dit album, and not be totally envious), you can recreate some of her style secrets. Whether it’s a classic black dress and tasteful diamond necklace, a chic working girl grey suit with a bright coat, or a belted overcoat for an outdoor public appearance, Bruni always looks stunning, appropriate and stylish. Think classic, flattering shapes, mixing neutrals with brights, and accessories that enhance an outfit as a whole, without making a statement of their own. Basically, think like your inner First Lady! Check out my SLIDESHOW for a few pieces to Carla Bruni-ze your wardrobe.
Photo credit: PR Photos

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Death Star Disco Tee

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alt= //ppIn a galaxy far, far away the party never stops. |via a href=http://www.uberreview.com/2009/02/deathstar-disco-t-shirt-the-resemblance-was-always-there.htmUberReview/a|br //p

And The Winner of the Nintendo DS Lite Giveaway Is…

As a commuter and a gamer, nothing is more essential to me than entertainment during the time I waste trying to get to places. If I can look stylish at the same time, that’s just bonus. Nintendo achieves both entertainment and style with their Nintendo DS Lite – a super portable gaming device that comes in a variety of colors with loads of stimulating games to pick from. Like the one we’re offering up in our giveaway: Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir. Not only do you get this game, but you also had a chance to win your very own Nintendo DS Lite in a sleek and stylish silver. In order to be entered to win, we asked you to tell us your favorite old-school arcade game and why. Will you be the one winning the Nintendo DS Lite? Just click READ MORE to find out!

Converse ERX300

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alt= //ppI remember being saddened when classic hi-top sneakers faded out of fashion, but now I’m faced with a dilemma. Am I happy that they are making a comeback? Am I really bold enough to sport them again? While I wrestle with such existential questions, I’ll keep my eye on the quot;Gold Packquot; edition of these Converse ERX300 kicks…just in case I work up the nerve to slip them on.nbsp;/p

iDream Pillows

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Recession Chic: Vintage Finds For $50 Or Less!

The Commerce Department released GDP figures recently and– gulp!–we saw the biggest decline in over 25 years. In layman’s terms, that means that we fashionistas will be minding our pocketbooks for a while. But that doesn’t mean we’ll stop shopping entirely. I mean, the economy might be in a tailspin, but oh, the bargains! Stores are practically giving things away! I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many full page Bloomingdale’s ads that feature the word “SALE.” And Macy’s is advertising values up to $100 for the low, low price of $4.99! My parents grew up during the Depression and went through some pretty tough times, so I was taught how to be frugal. In times like these, you need to pay a little more attention to quality over quantity, choose classics over trends, look for items that can do double duty, and hunt for bargains. And vintage fashionistas can find bargains galore on eBay and Etsy! Just click the slideshow to see a selection of great vintage items that are all $50 or less!

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