Alexander McQueen fanatics rejoice! The recently redesigned www.alexandermcqueen.com, offering women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories, will now offer the high-end contemporary line McQ at www.alexandermcqueen.com/mcq. The digital flagship will enable users to purchase Alexander McQueen and McQ straight from shop-able look books from one cart, providing a multi-brand experience from the largest range of McQueen products found online.

The site boasts an INCREDIBLE digital scarf boutique, ensuring that users will be able to shop more color combinations than anywhere else online, along with McQueen’s fabulous seasonal fashion scarves.

Sigh; we love the combination of content and commerce — don’t you?

-Alana Quagliariello

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Alexander McQueen opened its first boutique in China at Sanlitun, North Village. Spread over two floors, the shop houses ready-to-wear men’s and women’s garments in a seamless, softly lit organic space. Recently over 300 guests frequented the new shop, located in the heart of China’s famous art district, for a fashion celebration of the Autumn/Winter 2011 “Ice Queen and her Court” collection’s show was exclusively recreated in the venue.

-Alana Quagliariello

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While free-flowing maxi skirts and skin-tight bandage sheaths have ruled the trend report for the past couple summer months, it’s time to wrap up this year’s heat wave with a different sort of mini – the pleated skirt! Pleats may have a reputation of being too preppy, regularly reserved for school uniforms and the tennis court, but these new takes on the style prove that pleats have a place in the season’s trend watch! From silky micro-pleats like this Marilyn Monroe-esque Club Monaco skirt to more structured wool-blended versions like this Philip Lim 3.1 skirt, which is perfect to pair with a pair of tights when the weather gets chillier, pleats can be surprisingly versatile, transitioning from day to night and summer to fall, depending on the look you’re going for! Add a dash of clean-cut preppiness to rocker-chick leather with this Alice + Olivia skirt that toes the line between straight-laced and edgy, and jump on-board the everlasting colorblocked trend with this Alexander McQueen mini. Whether you’re looking for an office or a party look, it’s time to consider welcoming pleats into your wardrobe!

- Alex Gambardella

My favorite time of the year has arrived! To kick off New York Fashion Week 2011, Fashion’s Night Out has plenty of exclusive events and after-hours fun! All over the world, individuals are coming together to celebrate, including, celebrity and designer appearances, performances, and various events throughout the night. The countless number of events can almost be overwhelming, however, Fashion Pulse Daily is going to share some of our favorites! Also, don’t forget to visit Fashion’s Night Out online for the entire list of events, videos, and additional information.

Who: Alexander McQueen

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Where: 417 West 14h Street

Alexander McQueen will be giving away a “Folk Tote” to a lucky shopper! Also, Fashion’s Night Out guests will be able to view a special installation of never-before displayed runway looks from McQueen’s Autumn/Winter 2011 runway collection.

Who: DKNY

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Where: 655 Madison Avenue at 60^th Street

Receive a complimentary Blind Barber haircut before striking a pose for DKNY’s camera. Your photo will be uploaded to the new launched Pose App. Enter-to-win two tickets to the American Express Cardmember Only DKNY Resort 2012 Fashion Show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. You will reiceve a special gift with purchase ($250 or more), which includes the documentary DVD, “Bill Cunningham New York,” in an exclusive, limited-edition tote.

Who: Missoni for Target Pop-up Store

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

September 9 and 10 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Where: 1095 6^th Avenue at 42^nd street

Get a chance to preview and purchase the new Missoni for Target collection before it hits stores nationwide on September 13^th. On September 8, Angela Missoni and Margherita Maccapani Missoni will celebrate with guests and pose for family portrait-style photos for the first twenty guests that spend more than $100. In addition, guests who purchase from the official Fashion’s Night Out collection within the first hour will have a chance to be entered to win some of Angel and Margherita’s favorite pieces from the Missoni for Target collection.

Who: Talbots and Sally Hansen

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Where: 525 Madison Avenue (between 53^rd and 54^th street)

Talbots pairs with celebrity stylist and fashion and beauty expert Mary Alice Stephenson, and beauty specialists from Sally Hansen for an evening of fashion and beauty tips, as well as, mini manicures and eyebrow shaping. The first 100 guests will receive a gift bag filled with Sally Hansen items.

Who: Juicy Couture

When: September 8 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Where: 650 5^th Avenue at 52^nd street

Juicy Couture’s flagship will have celebrity DJ Alexandra Richards spin beats while Vogue’s Fashion News Editor, Emily Holt, dishes the latest fall trends. Models, such as, Ruby Aldridge, will be guest cashiers for the night. Also, don’t leave the store without a one-of-a-kind sketch of your own fashion sense by one of the top ten design students at Parsons The New School of Design.

Who: Via Spiga

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Where: 487 Broadway (between Broome and Grand Streets)

Stop by Via Spiga to enjoy a treat at the Via Spiga Gelato Bar provided by Pop Bar. Customers will receive a gift with purchase from Essie, including three custom Essie nail polishes in Via Spiga colors (gray, raspberry, and mulberry). Via Spiga will be giving away a pair of boots or shoes each hour of the night to customers in-store and online by tweeting why they love Via Spiga.

Who: Hanky Panky

When: TBD (Ends at 11:00 PM)

Where: Bloomingdale’s SOHO (504 Broadway between Broome and Spring)

Hanky Panky will be customizing thongs and boy shorts with rhinestones, which is free with any Hanky Panky purchase.

Who: Havaianas

When: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Where: 20 West 29^th Street (Between 5^th and 6^th Avenues)

Fashion’s Night Out for charity at Havaianas! Customers will get a chance to customize their own flip-flops (sandals: $25 and $2.50 for every pin). Proceeds go to Opening Ceremony’s charity of choice.

Who: Maybelline New York

Where: Gansevoort Plaza in the Meatpacking District

When: September 8 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Come out and celebrate Maybelline New York’s Great Lash Mascara’s 40^th birthday. Maybelline New York makeup artists will provide complimentary mini-makeovers, followed by a photo shoot post-makeover, gusts will receive a tube of Great Lash Mascara (where models will be on hand to sign them for guests), and DJ Chelsea Leyland will be playing live music.

Who: Ben Sherman

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Where: 96 Spring Street (Between Broadway and Mercer)

Gentleman, receive a complimentary trim and shave courtesy of Sharps Barber and Shop, receive a gift with purchase ($150 or more), play the roulette wheel for a chance to win Ben Sherman prizes, enter to win a Gibson guitar, and don’t forget about the refreshments!

Who: Rent the Runway and Fresh

When: September 8

Where: 2 locations – 57 Spring Street (Between Mulberry Street and Lafayette Street)

388 Bleecker Street (Between Perry Street and West 11^th Street)

Join co-founders, Jenn and Jenny, of Rent the Runway and former Marie Claire fashion director, Lucy Sykes for a chance to be styled in a dress that will be yours for free for four days. Don’t forget to get your make-up done and experience the newest Fresh tinted lip treatment.

Who: Nicole Miller

When: September 8 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Where: 77 Greene Street

Nicole by Nicole Miller is launching a fine jewelry line at JcPenny. Nicole Miller is the first designer to create a fine jewelry line for the department store.

Who: JCPenny and People StyleWatch

When: September 8 beginning at 6:00 PM

Where: 33rd Street and 6th Avenue

Bring a fashion “miss” from your closet and receive a $25 gift card to JCPenny’s. Also, Receive tips from People StyleWatch’s Fashion Director.

Who: Thymes.com

When: September 8 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM EST

Where: Online

Thymes, a leading fragrance brand in the U.S. is offering a complimentary Bergamot Vert Hand Cream with any purchase (no minimum required) with the code “FNO.” Log onto Thymes.com between 6 and 10 PM EST on September 8!

Who: Warren-Tricomi Salon at The Plaza

When: September 8

Where: The Plaza

Complimentary Violent Lip temporary tattoo application for guests. Also, including, make-up touchups and trend setting fall hair how-tos courtesy of beauty experts.

Who: Rebecca Taylor

When: September 8 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Where: Meatpacking boutique

Cocktails and cake pops at Rebecca Taylor while previewing the new Fall/Winter 2011 collection. Band, Avan Lava and Narcisse and Fischerspooner’s Ian Pai will perform, while Le Chev will DJ between sets. There will be a “Who Wore it Best” winner will be announced during the contest, beginning at 7:00 PM and ending at 9:00 PM.

Who: Lucky Brand with Tim Gunn Contest

When: September 8

Where: 535 Broadway

Bloggers get the chance to win a year’s supply of Lucky Brand Jeans, an exclusive Q&A session with Tim Gunn, and an autographed copy of his New York Times best-seller, Gunn’s Golden Rules. They have demonstrated their “Denim Jean-ius” by creating innovative items using a pair of Lucky Brand Super Stretch or Super Soft Jeans. Submissions will be judged by Tim Gunn, and are on display in the store’s windows.

Who: TopShop

When: September 8

Where: Broadway and Broome

TopShop is teaming up with Vogue and Vogue top models, Chanel Iman, Coco Rocha, Karlie Kloss, Abbey Lee, and Charlotte Free to give styling tips and will select their favorite items from the AW11 collections, which will be available for purchase. DJ Justine D will be spinning tunes all night.

Who: Barbie Loves FNO

When: September 8

Where: New York and online

Alice + Olivia, Rogan, Tracy Reese, Loomstate, and Alexis Bittar created doll-sized versions of Barbie’s fall fashion faves and it’s up to her fans to find them! Follow clues on BarbieLovesFNO.com, Barbie’s facebook, and twitter to locate these fashionable finds. You’ll be entered to win a life-sized version of these looks!

Who: Loehmann’s

When: September 8

Where: Chelsea Flagship Store

Celebrity Stylist, Felix Mercado will host Loehmann’s first-ever runway fashion show. The first runway show will begin at 6:30 PM and the second performance will be at 7:30 PM. Refreshments and wine will be provided by Little Black Dress Wines.

- Ambika Makin

Sometimes a girl just needs simplicity in her life and this canvas bag at Bag Snob has all the organization one needs to feel in control.
This bright yellow Chanel polish at Beauty Snob is fabulous and great for Summer!
Coquette picks her favorites from the Calypso St. Barth for Target collection.
Fashion Pulse Daily is all about raising some money for Skin Cancer Awareness Month via sporting an adorable Hat Attack hat!
KRISTOPHER DUKES is wanting Jacques Adnet valet in red leather .
Second City Style‘s Lauren and Joseph debate the red carpet successes and failures at the recent Met Ball.
Shopping and Info wants these amazing Valentino peep toe bow pumps for summer.
Wondering what to wear Monday? StyleBakery found 20 perfect dresses to wear to work.
Love your new summer hair color? StyleHive shows you how to make your vibrant tresses last longer!

I just realized that I’ve had a thing for British brands lately; from my Jaeger obsession to the ongoing admiration and fascination with all things Alexander McQueen and recently a penchant for Burberry makeup and handbags, I might as well start taking a tea time with biscuits and calling the subway the underground.

This is one of my favorite new looks for the work day – I’m wearing a silk black Jaeger dress with rouched mid-length sleeves and black Givenchy floral tights, pale pink Nine West pumps, punched up with a classic Alexander McQueen Skull Silk Chiffon Scarf and teal quilted Jaeger handbag. What’s your favorite piece from this look?

No one wants to, nor should they, pay full price for designer bags.  Enter Guiltless Purse - a GREAT sample sale site where you can shop fabulous brands like Treesje, Cole Haan, Botkier, Alexander McQueen, Lauren Merkin, and more for a fraction of the retail price. On a recent perusing session at the site, I found Furla handbags for $60, and Abaco bags for $242, which means it won’t be difficult to click on through and add a new designer bag to my collection! Guiltless Purse also offers jewelry and accessories, so check it from time to time for new brands, products, and amazing deals !

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Womenswear Designer of the Year Marc Jacobs

Menswear Designer of the Year Rag & Bone

Accessory Designer of the Year Alexis Bittar

Board of Directors Special Tribute Alexander McQueen

Swarovski Award for Womenswear Jason Wu

Swarovski Award for Menswear Richard Chai

Swarovski Award for Accessory Design Alexander Wang

International Award Christopher Bailey for Burberry

Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award Michael Kors

Eugenia Sheppard Award Paper’s Kim Hastreiter

Eleanor Lambert Award Vogue’s Tonne Goodman

L’Oréal Popular Vote Award Ralph Lauren

-Claire Schmidt

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Stiletto Jungle covers “Kimmie,” the first 7 For All Mankind curvy fit jeans.
Allie is Wired peeks at preview photos from Lady Gaga’s Telephone music video.
Bag Bliss is obsessing over the rad new Alexander McQueen Long Skull whipsnake Clutch!
Coquette loves the look of modern pleats in fashion for spring.
Fashion Pulse Daily gives the scoop on the Tory Burch Fall/Winter 2010 Collection – you will be surprised
The Jet Set Girlspeek inside Lauren Conrad’s carry on.
KRISTOPHER is wanting, wearing, and hating Giuseppe Zanotti riding boots.
Second City Style reviews New York Fashion Week Fall ’10 trends and tells you what to buy now to be a style-maker come fall.
Shopping and Info loves the nude Sergio Rossi platform pumps worn by Megan Fox.
StyleBakery wants you to wake up your winter wardrobe with styling tricks straight from the Fall 2010 runways
Stylehive has found a cheapy pair of sunnies that look just like the coveted Alexander Wang/Linda Farrow frames!
The Beauty Stop has the details of the Illamasqua Create Your Own Lacquer contest.
The Fashion Bomb takes a look at Vogue Italia’s new site, Vogue Black.
Visit The Shoe Goddess for a chance to win an OPI “Alice in Wonderland” Mini Nail Polish Set!

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Chanel

Chanel S/S 2010 was, hands down, my favorite collection of the season. It managed to be fun yet sophisticated and was showcased amidst farm scenery, though the clothes were not overshadowed by the uniqueness of the down on the farm set. The show had a very “Marie Antoinette” feel to it:  a charming and romanticized take on rustic country life full of sweet and delicate dresses paired with a pale color palette of black, red, and blue accents. Though the collection was nothing truly groundbreaking, it stayed true to Chanel’s aesthetic and played up its own trends instead of giving us yet another take on trends we have seen over and over again this season.

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Hermès

Tennis was the theme at Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring 2010 Hermès collection. I wasn’t too keen on the idea upon hearing the pitch for the line, but as soon as I saw the clothes — and, of course, the impeccable bags — I quickly changed my mind. Gaultier delivered a sophisticated, timeless collection for Hermès that is on-trend without veering too far overboard nor disposable once the next season rolls around. Each piece was beautiful, wearable, and effortless, from the tennis skirts to the silver chain-linked belts.

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Alexander McQueen

Appropriately titled “Plato’s Atlantis,” Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2010 RTW collection was out of this world and was truly one of my favorite shows of the season. Inspired by mankind’s evolution from the sea and the idea that we may someday return, the dramatic collection featured 10-inch heels, belle-skirt silhouettes, braided asymmetrical hairstyles, aquatic colors, and intricate, digitally printed dresses. Evolution is still stuck in McQueens head, and ours, from the Darwinian-inspired collection that featured large to small taxidermied animals framing the runway.  With this collection, McQueen proved he still knows how to put on a show — the hair, makeup, clothing volume (not to mention the shoes!), and overall primitive/futuristic aesthetic were combined in a slightly unsettling, almost scary, way — and the outcome was a brilliantly creative work of art.

-Sarah Nason

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