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Sometimes I am so overwhelmed by all the fashion I read and look at that I often escape to beautiful magazines, books and websites about interior design, my 2nd love. There are so many great websites out there catering to the interior design world that I couldn’t mention all of them here. BUT, the www.peakofchic.com  along with www.allthebestblog.com and www.accessorator.com are also on my list. These sites are informative and instantly help me to relax and dream of new interiors! As we head into New York Fashion Week, I will be retreating to these sites as well as the Cottages and Gardens Publications which you should also check out! www.candgpublications.com

As the days draw nearer to Alex Casertano’s official launch on February 15 during New York Fashion Week,  you may be seeing some first tier press about this made in New York designer sportswear collection.  We will have an exclusive first interview with Alex Casertano (former designer of menswear at J. Crew and Yigal Azrouel) this Wednesday, February  10.  This sketch is featured in the  lead story spotlighting upcoming exciting designers to watch in the next week as Fashion Week gets underway for the last time at Bryant Park. STYLE.COM as of yesterday, has officially embraced this signature dress as well as the gray poncho which is positively stand out.

www,alexcasertano.com

The CFDA is a non for profit organization which sponsors and encourages leadership and support within the fashion community. Executive Director .  Steven Kolb will be our guest this week and will be sharing the details  about FASHION FOR HAITI. A $25.00 T-shirt purchased and a little hope for an earthquake victim is a winning combination for all. We are thrilled to have Steven on to discuss the role that the CFDA is playing in the vital rebuilding of Haiti and much more on A Fashionable Life tomorrow morning, Wednesday, February 3 from 9-10:00 EST   For a  CFDA T shirt retailer near you: www.cfda.com

Paris in the early 1920’s was a time defined by the Surrealist vision of life as a dream. Living in Monparnasse as artists, Man Ray and Ilse Bing (whose photo is on the left) among others, defined and were defined through the zeit geist of a post WW1 Paris.

TWILIGHT, VISIONS, SURREALISM, PHOTOGRAPHY, and PARIS  will be at The Institute of Photography until May 9.  Guest Curator, Terry Lichenstein has culled over 150 photos which will draw you in and make YOU feel as though you were living the dream of Paris in the days of Coco Chanel, Bourlesque and Surrealism. www.NYIP.com

There is no way I would ever lay down with snakes! Here, beautiful model, Raquel Zimmermann poses with her reptile friends for the new ad campaign Alexander McQueen.

Colorful as it is, they couldn’t pay me enough money to agree to this, but there is a new trend in advertising where models are laying down rather than standing. Don’t even ask!

The Flea Theater located at 41 White Street (between Broadway and Church Street) is a gem. Broadway alternative to the max…Jim Simpson is one of the co-founders and is the Director (OH YEA…and Sigourney Weaver’s husband).  Sigourney, Jim and THE BATS (the name for the actors who are a part of this brilliant company) provide productions starring notable and established actors as well as early career artists who are honing the craft. Come and see the creative process at its ABSOLUTE BEST. You will fall in love wih theater all over again!  www.theflea.org

Marc Jacobs got KNIGHTED in France receiving the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres. Aside from the fact that he already has achieved  a “royal” following amongst his loyal subjects and fans, he now has has this high honor bestowed upon him along with Nathalie Rykiel, Creative Director of the company her mother founded Sonia Rykiel. Maybe now, we will be seeing Carla Bruni Sarkozy sporting LV rather than the usual DIOR???? Sure do hope so!!!!

DVF has entered into the HOME furnishing business, Spring 2011 will be the debut season for bedding and much more under the DVF label.  I think that it’s fair to say that DVF’s appeal will translate beautifully to this new market since anyone who has enjoyed the finer points of the WRAP DRESS will want to WRAP themselves in sheets, towels and all else that the new HOME line will offer.  I told you all awhile back (October to be exact) that in a conversation with Marc (JACOBS) at The Pratt Legends Dinner where he was given a Legends award, Marc shared with me that he was working closely with the gentleman to his right to create a HOME line. Of course it makes complete sense that HOME has taken on a new importance. With the luxury market upside down,  shopping for the home never looked so rewarding. HOME is the NEW comfort food….

HALSTON Heritage is Halston’s lower priced line. SJP is the new DESIGNER. Her vision both in terms of design and in terms of brand will be the single greatest factor in shaping the direction of the brand. BITTEN, SJP’s last foray into fashion beyond gracing a cover or appearing in pages of Editorial, unfortunately did not survive despite the fact that there were so many great elements to her collection!!! Bottom line:  Timing is everything.  Her movie is coming out, she will be out and about EVERYWHERE.  Sarah Jessica realizes the weight of Halston’s name is on her shoulders:  When asked the preverbal designer question: “WHAT’s YOUR INSPIRATION???  Will her answer be any less acceptable than any other designer? Some are influenced by life shaping experiences. Even more have KICK ASS design teams that help make celebrities like SJP SHINE!!! The lucky ones have both (Marc Jacobs).

Ok, I know this is the tiniest picture of Jen and me this morning on ABC, What’s The Buzz show but I wanted to let all our Fashionable Life followers know! We did a wrap up on the Golden Globes and covered most of the hits of the night. We will include the link on our website in a day or so but if you want to watch now, log  on to www.abcnews.com and write” What’s The Buzz, in the search box. The show will pop up.