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Jimmy Choo for H&M Lookbook

Get excited for the launch November 14 for the Jimmy Choo for H&M Collection! Here's your chance to own a pair of the iconic shoes for around the $300 price range, rather than $1,000. In addition to shoes, you'll find clothing, accessories, bags, as well as men's fashions too. ICheck out the Jimmy Choo for H&M Lookbook now on Stylehive.

Tuxedo Jackets

I'm seriously crushing over this sleek yet casual look of Penelope Cruz in a tuxedo blazer over jeans. Yes the boyfriend blazer is in style this season but take it up a notch with a variation of the tuxedo jacket.

Penelope's tuxedo jacket closely resembles this See by Chloe Tuxedo Jacket ($580 at Shopbop).

Here are some picks for tuxedo jackets that won't break the bank:

Grosgrain Collar Tux Jacket ($125 at Topshop)

Extended Shoulder Jacket ($160 at Topshop)

BCBG Max Axria Tuxedo Jacket ($173 at Bluefly)

Juicy Couture Cropped Tuxedo Blazer ($198 at Juicy Couture)

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Bambako Headbands

Gossip Girl brought headbands into the forefront but these headbands by Bambako take them to a whole new sophisticated level. Details such as feathers, beading, and ornate ribbons make these a perfect compliment to any outfit.

For the Fall/Winter 09 collection, Abigail wanted to create pieces that were fun, strong, and ultra femme.

"This season, I was really drawn to bold statement pieces by playing with different textures and heavy splashes of color in between. I wanted to appeal to a range of girls - from yuppies to hipsters," says Abigail.

Featured above: Night in Tunisa ($68), Water ($28), Orchid Wave ($68), Martha ($68), Oh Hey ($28)

Web Snob Weekly Roundup

Here's this week's Web Snob with the latest in fashion, beauty, celeb, and lifestyle:

• Bag Snob has a sneak preview of the MUST HAVE Bottega Veneta Cruise 2010 Collection.
• Check out the five fall items Second City Style says you should pick up now that will still be chic come spring.
• 55 Secret Street watches celebrity hairstylist Ted Gibson demonstrate the perfect messy ponytail backstage at Vena Cava's Spring 2010 show.
• The Beauty Stop explains how to tell if your mineral makeup is the real deal.
• Stylehive has compiled a collection of fun finds inspired by Taylor Swift's "You Belong With Me" video... how come we weren't this endearing in our geek phase?
• Stiletto Jungle shops the top picks from the debut Kate Spade clothing collection.
• All Lacquered Up wants to hear your opinion on the Celebrity Lace Nail Trend.
• Is Khloe Kardashian's wedding really for Kourtney? Allie is Wired reports the rumor.
• Bag Bliss shows how easy it is to create your own one of a kind Laudi Vidni Handbag!
• Beauty Snob goes back stage at the Vera Wang Spring 2010 Show to witness the magic Lucia Pieroni, Color Creator for Clé de Peau Beauté.
• The Daily Obsession invites all those in Seattle to check out an amazing, private art exhibit open this weekend only.
• Fashion Pulse Daily shows how Norma Kamali's fashion are way more than meets the eye.
• Before you color your hair, read this Fall Hair Color Trend report From Pantene Stylist, Hallie Bowman on I'm Not Obsessed.
• SheFinds can't wait to go a-line at the office this fall.
• Shopping and Info found the leather jacket worn by Elena on Vampire Diaries.
• The Shoe Goddess chats about accessories with Monica Botkier!
• eye4style gets sexy in the most unsexy way imaginable.

RACHEL Rachel Roy Event at Macy's Union Square

Last night, I got the chance to meet fashion designer Rachel Roy and talk to her about her new line, RACHEL Rachel Roy that's available exclusively at Macy's, macys.com, and on rachelroy.com. The collection is hip, fresh, and young. I love all the pieces that I really can't decide what I want. But I did pick a few items on my wish list which are at the end of this post.

I got a chance to talk to Rachel (I was so nervous!) and I asked her what her inspiration was in creating this new line.

Here's what Rachel Roy said:

"I wanted to do a collection for younger girls that had the same sensibility as my designer collection but edgier, younger and faster. Something that went with the trends more than my designer collection. For me, it's so much fun because I put on a different hat coming into the RACHEL Rachel Ray studio -- it's super creative. The graffiti was done by my Creative Director's brother-in-law so it's a joint effort, a real family. We get inspired from art, the streets, urban youth, girls from London, girls from Asia. It's a really good energy in that studio. I love it!"

After standing for a few hours, the models had some fun and got down to the music at the close of the event.

Here's my photos on flickr from the event.

Here are some fab pieces from the RACHEL Rachel Roy Collection.
Top Row: Sleeveless Velvet 24 Hour Dress ($139), Printed Jacket ($149), Faux Fur Vest (sold out), Bottom Row: Button Front Short Jacket ($139) with Lucero Black Shredded Denim ($99), Ruffly Printed Tunic ($79) with Ruched Leggings ( $79) with Printed Puffer Jacket ($139) with Croco Print Denim ($89)

I also covet these: Sequin Bubble Skirt ($99), Chunky Studded Vest ($159), Purple Leopard Printed One Shoulder Dress ($99)

I'll have to go back to Macy's to try everything I want on!

Handle & Spout: Girly Accessories

I'm loving the leather jewelry and flowered headband/pins from Handle & Spout. Started by friends Corinne Gill and Blake Ramsey, the crafty duo are inspired by '30s and '40s glamour. The accessories in their line are all super affordable with most items under $35. They are the perfect gift for girlfriends, or can be the perfect accessory for the bride and bridesmaids at weddings. See more in the Handle & Spout slideshow on Stylehive.

Rachel Roy Tonight at Macy's Union Square in SF

I'm meeting and interviewing fashion designer Rachel Roy tonight at her Macy's event in Union Square, San Francisco. She'll be there from 6-8pm so come by if you are in the Bay Area. Rachel will be unveiling her new Rachel Rachel Roy collection that's exclusive to Macy's and her online store.

Here's Rachel Roy on Teen Vogue showing off her DIY skills with this project on how to turn a t-shirt into a punky prom dress.

Zipper Fashions

Earlier in June I posted some cute outfits and accessories with zippers. Well the zipper trend is even stronger this fall, making it's way to even more clothing and accessories. I love this Mason by Michelle Mason Zip Shirtdress ($407 at Shopbop) to pair over leggings or tights and this simple Loeffler Randall Double Zipper Top (On Sale for $120.40 at Shopbop). Both say stylish without going over the edge in punk.

Here are more zipper fashions:

Porter Grey Zipper Coat Dress (On Sale for $165 at Shopbop)

Silence & Noise Zipper Dress ($68 at Urban Outfitters)

HAWKS Zipper Dress ($98 at Urban Outfitters)

Grace Sun Zipper Skirt ($195 at Shopbop)

Report Signature Shoes Watts Ruffle Zipper Pumps ($195 at Shopbop)

Jeffrey Campbell Suede Zipper Ruffle Ballet Flats ($115 at Shopbop)

Colorblock Zipper Wallet ($24 at Urban Outfitters)

Korres Skincare & Beauty

With winter approaching, one of my key problems is that I just get dry all over. Dry skin and lips are at the top of my list. I've been using their Guava Body Butter ($21) for over a year now so I'm so glad I discovered some more of the great natural products from Korres for my face. First off, the Korres Lip Butters ($9) are amazing! With shea butter and rice wax, you lips feel amazingly hydrated along with a sheer tint of color added in. (There are 7 tints to choose from.) I've never experienced anything like it. It also doubles as a cheek tint so you'll always look fresh and natural when you are on the go.

For my face, which is really sensitive, I like the Korres Wild Rose 24-hour Moisturizer for normal to dry skin ($32.50). It's light and quickly absorbs into the skin to keep it moisturized. Just what I need. The light rose sent is also nice and not overpowering like some beauty products.

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Coquette Maman

I'm excited to announce the launch of my new blog, Coquette Maman that will cover life + style for the fashionable mom. Everything pregnancy, mom, and kid related so those of you single ladies on Coquette don't need to be bombarded with. xoxo