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Calling all bag lovers and brand lovers! eBay, the world’s largest online marketplace, and CFDA’s YOU CAN’T FAKE FASHION second iteration totes are available for purchase at fashionvault.ebay.com starting TODAY, March 20th!

The 76 designer totes are part of the You Can’t Fake Fashion campaign, designed to raise consumer awareness against counterfeits and celebrate original design. The fashion industry is about raw, real talent. While counterfeits may be extremely prevalent, the CFDA campaign hopes to prevent the frauds from fooling you.

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Designers involved include CFDA President DVF, Tory Burch, Ralph Lauren, Betsey Johnson, The Row, Prabal Gurung, Gilles Mendel for J. Mendel, rag & bone, Rebecca Minkoff, Monique Pean, Judith Leiber, Kate Spade, BCBGMAXAZRIA (to name a few) and many, many more! With such renowned designers on board, these totes are bound to sell immediately, so you may want to make moves quickly! Which one is your favorite?

All available at Buy It Now prices, the customized totes retail at $200, while the four standard styles with the YOU CAN”T FAKE FASHION tagline (bucket, duffle, gear and satchel) retail at $45. All proceeds benefit the CFDA Foundation.

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For more information, follow @eBay_Fashion and @CFDA on Twitter, and visit facebook.com/eBayFashion, pinterest.com/eBayFashion and facebook.com/CouncilofFashionDesignersofAmerica, pinterest.com/cfda. Also, be sure to check out this YouTube clip in which designers like Rachel Roy and Charlotte Ronson speak out in support of the campaign.

PS. Did you know a designer handbag is sold on the eBay platform every 16 seconds?

-Alana Quagliariello

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Ralph Lauren brought Downtown Abbey alive on the runway during New York Fashion Week with his beautifully elegant, stand out evening dresses ranging to chic menswear with tweed and herringbone jackets topped off with newsboy caps. Flannel and wool trousers in black and brown were paired with vests and long tailored coats with an oversized tie for an exaggerated menswear look. Royal purple, fuchsia, and red made its accent appearances on the runway, as it tied in with a theme of nobility, giving the old English looks a modern twist. The runway switched from day to night, as menswear turned into glamorous, gold and black evening wear. Sequins and embellishments covered slinking evening dresses and tailored evening suits while the accessories stayed true to the overall feel of the collection.

- Ambika Makin

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A Dash of Dark

If you’re mourning the late arrival of warm weather, do it with panache with these anything-but-somber pieces. Michael Kors Pea Coat, $145, Rugby by Ralph Lauren Ribbed Turtleneck Dress, $109.99, Missoni Zigzag Above the Knee Socks, $58, Kiki de Montparnasse Fingerless Lace Gloves, $125, Coach Pixy Op Art Printed Rain Boots, $108.

Neutral Territory

If you don’t feel like it’s time for  fluorescent, but you’re tired of your winter darks, go neutral — it’s the perfect middle ground. Diesel Gumper Jacket, $295, Ralph Lauren Trench Vest, $2,198, Club Monaco Miriam sweater, $159,  Rag and Bone Crocheted Gloves, $175, Loeffler Randall Rain Boot with Back Zip, $195.

Let the Sun Shine In

Show the world that you’re more than ready for spring with brights that will still keep you cozy. Zara Twill Trench Coat, $89.90, Apart Dip-Dyed Vest, $268, DKNY BoatneckPullover with Gathered Shoulder Detail, $125,  Forever 21 Doiuble Layer Gloves, $2.50, Hunter Andora Wedge Rain Boots, $175.

-Kaci Hamilton

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We were asked what to wear to the upcoming Sundance Film Festival 2011! We thought nothing could be more classically American or emit that stylish western vibe than Ralph Lauren so we picked a few of his great pieces. Bundle up in RL’s ruffle cape and stretch black cords and accessorize with a little colorful infusion of turquoise and silver. We love the black and white palette that will work no matter where you are.  Visit our post for great Ski Wear and Fun in the Snow To read more about Sundance Film Festival, see  below!  Remember when you click through our site to shop, 25% of our profit from sales is donated to organizations that help women and children, and the environment.

Sundance clockwise from top left, all Ralph Lauren: Tortoise Ricky Sunglasses ($250), Beaded Arm Warmers (on sale $179), Beacon Ruffle Cape (on sale $569), Stretch Cord Jeans (on sale $49.99), Iselin Boots (on sale $629), Silver Plated Bangle Set ($30), Leather Concho Belt (on sale $24.99), Turquoise Drop Earrings ($34), Point Saddle Messenger Bag (on sale $329), Suede Button Gloves (on sale $149)
Sundance Film Festival
In 1981, Robert Redford gathered a group of his friends and colleagues in the mountains of Utah to create an environment designed to foster independence, discovery, and new voices in American film. That spring, ten emerging filmmakers were invited to the first Sundance Institute Filmmakers/Directors Lab where they worked with leading writers and directors to develop their original independent film projects. Click here to read the rest of the Sundance article at What2WearWhere !

Lat night I attended the launch (along with Blake Lively) of the newest collection for Tiffany and Co. Eyewear, featuring the Iconic Tiffany Keys found on the arms of a variety of eye and sunwear both in 18 karat gold and lathered with crystals. Eyewear and sunwear  was additionally adorned with the Tiffany Embrace engagement ring setting, the Signature “X” and heart designs, and some even in the hard to miss hue of Tiffany Blue® . The option is available to get prescription lenses put into most of the sunglasses, for those of you (like me) that are cursed with wearing glasses at all times!

Lauren Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Event at Lord & Taylor (and some merch you can get to support the cause)

Last night I also stopped at Lord & Taylor in support of the Pink Pony Fund for the launch of Lauren Pink, a line of apparel and home products with 10% of the sale of the Lauren Pink products will be donated to the Pink Pony Fund of the Polo Ralph Lauren foundation. There also was a ‘scavenger hunt’  throughout the store based on Lauren Ralph Lauren, with the prize being a candle from the collection. Above are a few of my favorite items from the collection. If you haven’t seen the post yet, check out the 100 Bloggers Unite to Fight Against Cancer Campaign, featuring me!

Estee Lauder Companies’ Take the Pledge Blogger Event to kickoff their Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

Elizabeth Hurley made an appearance at this Estee Lauder event, hosted at Bloomingdales.  At the event Evelyn Lauder and Liz Hurley signed limited edition products with proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.  You can submit your video pledge and upload it (as well as make a donation); there was a video booth set up at the store to do it on the spot!

I am honored to be a part of the Ralph Lauren 100 Bloggers Unite Against Cancer Campaign, paired with the Pink Pony Fund of the Polo Ralph Lauren Foundation. In this campaign, us bloggers sport a Ralph Lauren fitted polo tee with a pink polo player – RL’s version of the pink ribbon. I’ve lost many relatives to cancer, so this campaign and the good that it has done is very close to my heart. The mission of Pink Pony is not just for breast cancer, but all cancers, and addresses the needs of the medically under served by bringing quality cancer care, access to cancer care, and early detection for those who need it most

Learn more about the Pink Pony Collection and its products here, check out Pink Pony at RalphLauren.com, and view all of the blogger pics at StyleList.com

*If you’d like to help out and donate, join Polo Ralph Lauren’s worldwide initiative in the fight against cancer during the month of October and celebrate 10 years of the Pink Pony campaign by texting PINKPONY to 501501 to automatically donate $10.
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You can also check out the Pink Pony Online Auction in partnership with Charity Buzz. The auction will showcase over 100 exceptional items ranging from celebrity experiences to limited-edition Ralph Lauren product. 100% of the net proceeds from this auction will benefit the Pink Pony Fund of The Polo Ralph Lauren Foundation. The auction begins Friday, October 1st and runs through October 21st.

Initiated in 2009 as an event to celebrate fashion and give a much-needed boost of confidence and cash to the fashion industry, Fashion’s Night Out was a spectacular success and is back for its second year. Hundreds of stores will be open late, and they’ll be hosting tons of events: celebrity appearances, fashion shows, discounts, visits from the designers themselves — the night will truly be a celebration of all things fashion. In addition to aiding the fashion financial sector, an important New York charity will also get a boost, the New York City AIDS Fund. Visit the Fashion’s Night Out website for a list of retailers, FAQs, videos and more to get you geared up and ready to shop. Twitter fans can get live updates, photos and favorites by following @fashionpulse throughout the night, and stay tuned for the Fashion’s Night Out Runway Show on September 7th!

Here are picks for the best of Fashion’s Night Out, and if you can’t join us there, then we would love to see you online!

• Who: Volkswagen

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: Rockefeller Center at 50th St, bet. 5th and 6th Aves to Greene St                    bet. Spring and Prince Sts in SoHo

As the evening’s official vehicle sponsor, Volkswagen will give shoppers “direct” car service to and from events in the brand new 2011 Jetta. Ride from midtown to the heart of the night’s hottest events in Soho and arrive in absolute sophistication and style.

• Who: Warren-Tricomi Salon

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-8PM

Where: The Plaza Hotel, 5th Ave at Central Park South

Start the night off with a bit of glamor, by getting complimentary styling or even an updo at the Warren-Tricomi Salon in the Plaza Hotel. Also view the CFDA Incubator Project, get a glimpse of Corinne Bailey Rae as she performs at the Plaza’s Palm Court, then hit up the after party in the Terrace Room from 9PM to 11PM.

• Who: The Plaza Beauty

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: The Plaza Hotel, 5th Ave at Central Park South

Get complimentary facials, make-up touch ups, hand treatments and meet the top beauty company creators like Kimiko and Alison Raffaele. Also get a chance to win a custom-made hair accessory from Lucia Tristao Hair designs and find out about exclusive FNO-only offers from Miriam Mirani and Diego Della Palma.

• Who: Pur Minerals

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-8PM

Where: Duane Reade the Look Boutique, 233 Lafayette St

Get touched up by make-up pro Jackie Gomez using Pur Minerals and shop the collection till 11PM.

• Who: Completely Bare

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: 25 Bond St, bet. Lafayette and Bowery Sts

Like scavenger hunts? That will be the theme of a styling contest between multiple Soho locations called “Dots SPOTS”. Follow the clues to create a personalized look from Dots pieces. Celeb stylist Mia Morgan and fashion dynamo Richie Rich will judge and the winner gets a day of beauty and styling with Mia, a new Dots wardrobe and a trip to an exotic destination!

• Who: Fashion’s Night Out: The Show, hosted by Vogue’s André Leon Talley and fashion blogger Hanneli Mustaparta

When: Sept. 7TH 7PM

Where: Lincoln Center, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza

Macy’s and Maybelline New York presents the largest public fashion show in New York’s history, where 150 top models will walk in the fall’s hottest trends from top designers and brands. Catch the live stream on CBS.com, or head to Lincoln Center for the bird’s eye view. Preview the follow-up special, “Fashion’s Night Out 2010″, airing on Sept. 14TH at 10PM EST, at cbs.com/fno and hear from Anna Wintour, Michael Kors, Gwyneth Paltrow and many more!

• Who: The Shops at Columbus Circle

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: Time Warner Center, Columbus Circle at 59th St

Shop Bebe, Aveda, Eileen Fisher, Esprit and a host of other stores till 11PM and receive exclusive discounts, in-store treatments, gifts-with-purchase, live DJs and more.

• Who: Milly by Michelle Smith

When: Sept. 10TH 5:30PM-7PM

Where: Bloomingdale’s, 100 Third Ave, and Bergdorf Goodman, 754 5th Ave

Meet Michelle Smith as she passes through Bloomingdale’s to celebrate the Milly/Clinique gift-with-purchase. Then catch her again on the 5th floor of Bergdorf Goodman, where guests can have their pic taken with her and buy her exclusive FNO coat designed for BG.

• Who: Elie Tahari

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-10PM

Where: 417 West Broadway, bet. Prince and Spring Sts

Enjoy “A Night Out in Old New York” at Elie Tahari’s Soho store, where they’ll be serving up Manhattans and cute, singing twin brothers will make the crowds swoon with classic Sinatra. Browse the fab new fall collection, get an old Polaroid of yourself and shoppers receive an “Old New York”-inspired beaded, feather-embellished bracelet.

• Who: Maybelline New York

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: 9th Ave and 13th St

Maybelline New York has an array of activities jam-packed into one evening. Free mini-makeovers abound for fans using the latest products, after which recipients will walk in the “Sensational Strut” contest for a chance to win a year’s supply of products and prizes.  Brand spokesmodels Lisalla Montenegro, Jessica White, Kemp Muhl and Emily DiDonato will be on hand to judge the catwalk contest, and the first 50 on the scene will get the exclusive Michael Angel for Maybelline make-up bag, featuring one of the designer’s famous prints. Then party till 10PM to the spins of a live DJ with hosts Sean Lennon and Kemp Muhl.

• Who: Tracy Reese

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: Tracy Reese Flagship Boutique, 641 Hudson St

Wear your dancing shoes  as the designer hosts a dance-a-thon to Nylon DJ Rajni Jacques’s tunes. Fellow shoppers can judge, or get a free Sally Hansen manicure.

• Who: Rebecca Taylor

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: 266 Mott St

Update your look with Today Show stylist Bobbie Thomas, shape up your eyebrows courtesy of Frédéric Fekkai, get a mini-makeover from Bobbie Brown and enjoy “Made by Melissa” cupcakes whipped up just for you. There’ll also be a raffle to win Spring 2011 Fashion Week tickets for Rebecca’s show. Better yet, get $100 off every $350 you spend!

• Who: The Textile Arts Center and Ecouterre.com

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: 505 Carroll St, Park Slope, Brooklyn

Head to Brooklyn for an evening of eco-friendly fashion including panelists, speakers, workshops and, of course, shopping. A $10 donation is suggested.

• Who: Frédéric Fekkai, Henri Bendel and Marchesa

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-9PM

Where: Salon Henri Bendel, 712 5th Ave

Price: $75

The price gets you the whole experience – selecting from five Marchesa moments in which to be dressed, styled by the Fekkai hair and make-up team, draped in House of Lavande jewelry, pumped in Louboutins and then advised by The City star Olivia Palermo on how to pose for the paparazzi. The moment will be caught in a professional digital print, yours for the keeping. Also get a chance to win a Fekkai cut and color, two tickets to the Spring 2011 Marchesa fashion show and a Henri Bendel VIP card that gets you 25% off.

• Who: Payless Shoe Source

When: Sept. 10TH 8PM-10PM

Where: The Lexington Ave store, bet. 57th and 58th Sts

Jump on the Payless-sponsored “Official Ride of Fashion’s Night Out”  and get free rides on Gray Line double-deckers all night to the Lex Ave and other retail locations. There you can shop affordable styles and  meet and greet with the four Payless Guest Designers: Christian Siriano, Lela Rose, Patricia Field and Isabel Toledo.

• Who: Kirna Zabête

When: Sept. 10TH 11AM-11PM

Where: 96 Greene St

Come meet Thakoon, Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Peter Som, Alexander Wang, just to name a few, and shop exlusive KZ products, like Proenza Schouler PS1 wallets, the Jason Wu owl scarf and the Anndra Neen necklace.

• Who: Club Monaco and Victor Demarchelier

When: Sept. 10TH from 7:30 PM

Where: 121 Prince St

Come and be styled by Vogue‘s Jessica Sailor and have your pic taken and signed by Victor Demarchelier himself with his vintage Polaroid. You just have to be one of the first 100 people to spend $175 or more.

• Who: Mercedes-Benz presents Carolina Herrera

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-10PM

Where: Carolina Herrera, 954 Madison Ave

Celebrate two milestones for this season’s Mercedes-Benz Presents designer, as she opens her CH Carolina Herrera store at 802 Madison, with special guest Illustrator Robert Risko, and the 10th anniversary of her flagship Madison Ave store.

• Who: Heidi Klum and Destination Maternity

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: Destination Maternity, 28 East 57th St

Join Heidi Klum as she hosts an evening of maternity fashion through the ages, from 1950 through to today, ending with designs from the model’s own collection, Lavish, for A Pea in a Pod. Enjoy retro refreshments and moms-to-be walk away with a signature goody-filled tote from Heidi.

• Who: vitaminwater zero

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: Barney’s New York, 660 Madison

Score one of 4,000 limited edition squeezed (lemonade flavor) bottles while shopping at this chic retailer.

• Who: Victoria Secret Bombshells Adriana Lima, Chanel Iman and Doutzen Kroes

When: Sept. 10TH 7PM-10PM

Where: VS Soho Store, 591 Broadway

Meet the bombshells in person and get their autograph, and Facebook fans can submit advanced questions to the models for a live chat via UStream.

• Who: Modelinia Magazine and Curve

When: Sept. 10TH 7PM-11PM

Where: Curve, 83 Mercer St

Celebrate model Sessillee Lopez’s cover for the magazine, get a preview of French designer IRO’s spring 2011 collection and one-of-a-kind jewelry from Erickson Beamon for the event. DJ Gregory Rogrove will provide the tunes and shoppers can win Erickson Beamon and IRO giveaways.

• Who: The Good Home Co.

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: 132 1/2 West 24th St

Enjoy wonderful autmnal treats like spiced apple cider and ginger snap cookies after you’ve had your Tarot cards read and received personalized fragrance suggestions from Christine Dimmick and her team.

• Who: Ralph Lauren

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: Ralph Lauren Soho, 379 West Broadway

Grammy nominee Janelle Monae will stir the crowds with her soulful voice at the RL Soho store, where she and André Leon Talley will host an evening of champagne and shopping. Jessica Alba will also be hosting Janelle’s performance and Halle Berry will be autographing copies of her cover issue of Vogue with Anna Wintour.

• Who: Assouline

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-8PM

Where: The Plaza Hotel, 59th St and 5th Ave

Travel and experience the world’s culture – with a glass of champagne in hand – through Assouline’s photo booth time machine. When you get back to 2010, meet Waris Ahluwalia, Pamela Fiori, Tommy Hilfiger and Rima Suqi, who will be making personal appearances.

• Who: Lucky Magazine and Nine West

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-8PM (FNO festivities till 11PM)

Where: Nine West Specialty Retail Store, 675 5th Ave

Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Joss Stone will not only perform for FNO shoppers, but they can also buy her exclusive Nine West Vintage America Collection for fall 2010.

• Who: UGG and Jimmy Choo

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: 79 Mercer St

Be some of the first to check out the new UGG and Jimmy Choo collection, as well as the entire UGG Australia fall line. Nibbles and drinks from City Bakery will be served and you can jam to DJ Vikas.

• Who: Patty Smyth and BVLGARI

When: Sept. 10TH from 6PM

Where: BVLGARI, 730 5th Ave

Join rock and roll legend Patty Smyth as she performs and collaborates with BVLGARI to support the jewelry house’s Save the Children project, Rewrite the Future. Help raise funds by purchasing BVLGARI’s Save the Children ring, priced at $370, of which $75 goes to the charity, before it hits stores in October.

• Who: “Fashion Central”

When: Sept. 8Th & 9TH 8:30AM-7PM, and Sept. 10TH 8:30AM-10PM

Where: Grand Central Terminal, 42nd St entrance

Union Square Agency, along with Conair, Match.com, Amrita Singh, Silhouette Eyewear, the Accessories Council, Vanessa Montiel Jewelry, Clare Handbags and Cinzia Designs will convert Grand Central into an invite-free, interactive environment for three days. Get free makeovers, mingle with VIP guests and receive samples and enter giveaways.

• Who: Piperlime

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: Piperlime Pop-up Store, 93 Mercer St

Meet Project Runway designers, Stylist-to-the-Stars Rachel Zoe and shop your fave fall trends.

• Who: Sydney Evan

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: Bergdorf Goodman, 754 5th Ave

Jewelry designer Sydney Evan has put her spin on the classic “I Heart NY” symbol and created a limited-edition bracelet made with 14k gold or rose gold and diamonds. Shop the piece for $575 at Bergdorf Goodman.

• Who: Barielle and CO Bigelow Apothecary

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: CO Bigelow Apothecary, 414 Ave of the Americas

Get a 10-minute manicure from technicians using Barielle’s fall and winter shades.

• Who: Subports, Vena Cava and Partner & Spade

When: Sept. 10TH

Where: 40 Great Jones St

Subports, the mobile shopping destination is collaborating with Vena Cava and Partner & Spade to promote Non Fashion People’s Fashion Night Out. The event will showcase one-of-a-kind wearable fashion made by non-designers. The creators include an elephant, a candle-maker, the Internet and an insurance claims adjuster! All proceeds will go to the Ali Forney Center, which provides resources for homeless LGBT youth.

• Who: Juicy Couture

When: Sept. 10TH 6PM-11PM

Where: 368 Bleeker St

Get styling tips from guest designer Erin Fetherston, catch a guest performance from Metric, dance to the beats of DJ Cory Kennedy and enjoy customized cupcakes from top model Karlie Kloss.

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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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