Beauty Maverick

H&M To Launch Mail Order Catalogue

December 27 marks the offical launch of H&M's first-ever mail order catalogue.

H&M + Lanvin = Holiday '10

Alber Elbaz is the latest design mastermind to be contracted by H&M.

Going Green Can Get Dirty

Findings from a new study conducted by The University of Arizona— in which reusable bags were tested for cleanliness— has raised questions regarding their use.

According to the researchers involved, more than half of the canvas totes examined contained potentially harmful bacteria, like e. coli. It's a frightening statistic, but only for those who aren't washing their eco-friendly accessories. Apparently, a quick rinse reduces/eliminates such health risks and keeps you from offending those around you. Imagine that.

Cone Bras to Make a Comeback?

Fresh off his stint at Hermès, Jean Paul Gaultier will be releasing a capsule collection with La Perla come fall.

Return to Jodi Arnold at Your Own Risk

I returned my first (and only) purchase from JodiArnoldNYC.com three months ago, and have yet to receive a credit note, refund or proper response...

Fall 2010: Euro Recap

The fashion elite will say “au revoir” to Paris today at the close of another fashion week frenzy. Here are some of the highlights and trends from Europe:

Curves are back. Vuitton and Giles embraced the bosom this year— case and point, check out Laetitia Casta opening Vuitton…holy cleavage! Both shows also cast Victoria’s Secret models, one of which (Alessandra Ambrosio) gave birth in November.

Get creative with your eyeliner. We’re used to Chanel’s Peter Philips translating Lagerfeld’s clothes into beauty (that’s how highly coveted nail color Jade came about, people) but this season he went beyond, making smoky eyes painterly— mimicking the paint-dipped bags.

Invest in fur. It was seriously everywhere, even adorning shoes.

You don’t have to be a secret detective to wear a wig. Models at Lanvin’s show wore sleek black wigs that we hear were flown in the night before from Ricky’s NYC.

Statement brows are in. I’m not going to recommend getting crazy-colored brows as done at Balenciaga, but I will say— put down the tweezers and channel your inner-Prada woman.

Less is more— when it comes to your face. Countless shows went the natural route for the face. Think light pinks, slight shimmer, nude lips. But, when it comes to your wardrobe, mini skirts look like they’re going to be collecting dust. It’s either long, pleated, and rather dreamy (à la Vuitton) or hot pants (D&G).

Sometimes the clothes should do all the talking. McQueen's final presentation showcased opulent colors, full shapes, and an all over medieval sensibility. A truly outstanding collection.

— Daisy

Alexa Chung for Madewell

Joining the likes of Kate Moss and Sarah Jessica Parker, DJ/MTV personality Alexa Chung has just added the role of designer to her resume, with a capsule collection for J.Crew's Madewell set to hit stores this fall.

“I’m very excited for my first collaboration and thrilled that it’s with Madewell,” says British-bred Chung. “This partnership came together organically and is a great fit as the brand is so classic and really encompasses my style.  I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with the team and I can’t wait for my friends to wear it!”

In other news, the brand will also be launching an ecommerce site this spring, which— for those of us who've had to wade through the sea of tourists at their Soho store— is much appreciated.

YSL Private Sale

Starts in-store & online on Monday, November 30th.

Happy shopping! x

Head of the Class

Be it blazers, patent oxfords, or button ups, school house chic just wont quit.

Classically girlie Luella and young rebel-cum-uptown darling Marc by Marc adorned their models' heads with brightly-colored giant bows for Spring 2010.

Though runway doesn't always translate to real life, the larger-than-life accessories made us long for the playground where we would have been the envy of all.

— Daisy

Jil Sander for Uniqlo

Heart Jil Sander? Prepare to call-in sick to work on Thursday.

That's when the designer's capsule collection— +J— hits Uniqlo stores across the U.S.

Click here to view the complete collection on NYMag.com.