Have you heard that Sarah Jessica Parker's production company Pretty Matches is producing a new HBO Comedy series "The Washingtonienne, an HBO comedy series about the lives of three 20-something women working on Capital Hill?" Story is based on Jessica Cutler's naughty novel of the same title. While I don't know how literal the series will be to the book, it will be interesting to see if DC becomes the new "city" in Sex and the City. Pilot was shot last November in Baltimore.

When I read about Tyra's proclaimation of going weave-free for the upcoming season of America's Next Top Model and her talk show I raised my eyebrow. I was like "huh" why? I guess with all the interesting hair cuts lately, Tyra wants to get in on it in her own way. I must say, I may watch her show on September 8th to see what shape her natural hair is in :)

Will you watch?

I have to admit when The Hills star Lauren Conrad put her "Lauren Conrad Collection" clothing line on hold I scoffed. I thought, yep, there goes another "celebrity" fashion line. I also have to admit that while I like her, I wasn't crazy about her clothes, wasn't impressed by what I saw online, and it was ridiculously. Now, she is coming back with the "LC by Lauren Conrad" line for Kohls that will range in price from $20-$60. I hope she listened to her fans and critics and will put out a cuter and more fashionable pieces.

Watch her talk about the new line http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bw81hqtDUOM

As summer winds down, I just wanted to review some of my favorite trends this season. Courtesy of People.com, here are a few trend highlights.

A girlfriend of mine sent me this and I actually have to agree with Perez...why??

Harvard University Launches Fashion Line, Confuses Everyone

Now this is a first. Harvard (yes, that Harvard) is launching a contemporary menswear line called Harvard Yard. 

The university just signed a ten-year licensing deal with Wearwolf Group, a major clothing manufacturer.

The clothes won't say "Harvard University" on them or don the schools colors except in the fine details (think crimson buttonholes) as they aren't geared toward their own students, but a larger contemporary male demographic.

The line, which will range in price from $165 for pants to $495 for sport coats, was inspired by photos of students lounging in Harvard Yard in the '60s. 

John Fowler, creative director for the line, says "it's a style that has become current again and not just with the American consumer.  We think Harvard Yard will have global appeal."

This is all fine and well, but there is one lingering question… why???

It has been a romper-fest this summer with everything from African-inspired prints, to silks, to denim. This trend definitely made a comeback in a huge way and I dont think it is going anywhere. I am a huge fan personally and I think it adds great versatility to your wardrobe and can work for day or night look.

As any fashionista will tell you, the menswear inspired look can be incredibly sexy. Most of the looks I have seen over the past few months though have been full on suits. Below are some of my favorite looks, where the trousers are feminine, drape beautifully, and really inspire me to emulate the look.

Would you wear this?

One really good way to seek attention is to be daring with fashion. Numerous stars before her have done the same thing. However, as outrageous as some of her looks may be, I'm not particularly shocked or tickled by them. If the point is for shock-value, I think our society has evolved to where nothing is surpising anymore.

Nonetheless, I do like the fact that she commits 100% to every look and really does seem comfortable in her own skin. 

As always, the NYC fashion community is ahead of the curve. Vogue, CFDA & the city of New York are putting this amazing event together and want YOU to participate in a Public Service Announcement (PSA) tomorrow July 30, 2009. See article below!

We Need YOU for Fashion’s Night Out

Everyone is buzzing about Fashion’s Night Out, a citywide shopping extravaganza on September 10th organized by Vogue, NYC & Company, the CFDA and the City of New York that will kick off this year’s New York Fashion Week. On this night hundreds of stores around the city will keep their doors open till 11 PM and host designer appearances, celebrity guests, cocktail parties and much, much more.

How can you get involved now? A special Public Service Announcement to publicize this history making evening is being filmed tomorrow—and we want you to come out and help. The PSA will run on television, in taxis and online and will feature many of the fashion industry’s top designers, celebrities, and models—and YOU.  The finale shot will feature as many people as possible from all echelons of the fashion industry—store sales staff to sample-room specialists, merchandisers to shipping teams, PR assistants to fashion-student interns to shoppers and will be filmed on 39th Street between 7th and 8th Avenues on Thursday, July 30 at 5:30 p.m.

Come support Fashion’s Night Out. The first 200 people to show up for the filming will receive a signature Fashion’s Night Out T-shirt! If you want to attend (and why wouldn’t you?) RSVP at rsvp@cfda.com. The CFDA wants as many people as possible to be involved in making Fashion’s Night Out a huge success. Retailers: If you are interested in registering your store for a Fashion’s Night Out event, please sign up before Saturday August 1st on at  www.fashionnightout.com.

We are looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!

  —Genevieve Bahrenburg

Hi All,

I am a member of Rolling Rack and got this ad in our weekly newsletter and I thought it would be great to share! If you are a fashion designer, you should take advantage of this opportunity!

Designer Casting Call 

NYC fashion photog and Rolling Rack member Kent Miller wants you if you're a designer. "I am rebuilding my portfolio and offering to photograph original designs of fashion on models or still sets. I can offer an image for portfolio use but not advertising. All the talent will be agency models and they can't offer time for advertising. If something is that perfect for your brand we can work out a deal with the booker. I am also photographing the designers in their environment for a portrait project.

All this work is free and for my portfolio and website.

All interested parties may contact me direct."