Check out this space-agey short fashion film for Dazed Digital marrying Lady Gaga’s unique fashion sensibility with the abstractness of a fashion film. She rocks two outfits–one somewhat wearable black dress with fringe and one more typical Gaga with football player shoulder pads on top of a superhero outfit. Enjoy!

This large leather shoulder bag from Swedish Hasbeens (incidentally, the best brand name EVER) is everything you want in an everyday bag: sleek, minimal, roomy and retro-stylish. According to their website, it’s inspired by “an old hunting bag that was popular in the hippie 70s.”

The leather is untreated and softens and ages over time for a natural distressed look.

It comes in several colors, including black, red, nature (off-white), cognac and mustard–my favorite!

Priced at $332 and available in stores and online.

NOTE: * = Designer Presentation / ** Not in Lincoln Center (addresses for off-site shows below)

THURSDAY | September 9th
9AM – Nicholas K, Studio
10AM – Project Runway, Theatre
10:30Am – Toni Maticevski, Box*
11AM – Richard Chai, Stage
12PM – Vena Cava** / Anne Bowen**
1PM – Ruffian, Studio
2PM – Christian Siriano, Stage / Bensoni, Box*
3PM – Parkchoonmoo**
5PM – Rachel Comey* *
6PM – Farah Angsana, Studio / VERRIER, Box*
7PM – Concept Korea, Theatre / Mandy Coon**
9PM – Richie Rich, Studio / Kate Spade**

FRIDAY | September 10th
9AM – Peter Som **
9:30AM – Tadashi Shoji, Box*
10AM – BCBGMAXAZRIA, Theatre
11AM – Duckie Brown, Stage / Rag & Bones**
12PM Michael Angel, Studio
1PM – Jason Wu**
1:30PM – Buckler, Box*
2PM – EDITION Georges Chakra, Stage
3PM – Ports 1961, Theatre / 3.1 Phillip Lim** / Frank Tell** / Jeremy Liang**
4PM – Alexander Berardi, Studio / Doo.Ri**
5PM – Nicole Miller** / Risto**/ Rag & Bone**
6 – 10PM Fashion’s Night Out
8PM – Academy of Art University, Theatre

SATURDAY | September 11th
9:30AM -Yuna Yang**
10AM – Lacoste, Theatre
10:30AM – Binetti, Box*
11 AM – Cynthia Rowley, Stage
12PM – Ohne Titel**, Exit Art / Jill Stuart** / Loden Dager**
1PM – Prabal Gurung, Studio
2PM – ADAM, Stage
2:30PM – Yoana Baraschi, Box*
3PM – Vivienne Tam, Theatre / Patrik Ervell**, Milk / Leifsdottir**
4PM – Mik Cire, Studio / Philosophy**
5PM – Alexander Wang**, Milk
6PM – Charlotte Ronson, Stage / Band of Outsiders**
7PM – Z Spoke by Zac Posen, Theatre / Alice + Olivia** / Gary Graham**, Milk
8PM – Altuzarra**, Milk
9PM – Venexiana, Studio

SUNDAY | September 12th
9AM – Victoria Beckham
10AM Derek Lam, Stage
10:30AM – Timo Weiland, Box*
11AM – Lela Rose, Studio / Simon Spurr**, Exit Art / Preen**
1PM – DKNY**
2PM – Rebecca Taylor, Studio
2:30PM – Rebecca Minkoff, Box*
3PM РHerv̩ L̩ger by Max Azria, Stage
4PM – Diane von Furstenberg, Theatre
5PM – Trias, Studio / Y-3**, Park Avenue Armory / Cynthia Steffe**
6PM – Thakoon**
6:30PM – Global Glam Collection, Box*
7PM – Custo Barcelona, Stage / Erin Fetherston**
8PM – Tommy Hilfiger, Theatre
9PM – Vassilios Kostetsos, Studio

MONDAY | September 13th
8:30AM – William Tempest, Box*
9AM – Jenny Packham, Studio
10AM – Carolina Herrera, Theatre
11AM – Carlos Miele, Stage / Zero + Maria Cornejo**, Hosfelt Gallery
12PM – Diesel Black Gold**
1PM – Tracy Reese, Studio / WAYNE**
2PM – Donna Karan Collection**
2:30PM – TONYCOHEN, Box*
3PM – Monique Lhuillier, Stage / Rad by Rad Hourani**
4PM – Yeohlee** / Temperley**
5PM – Herchcovitch;Alexandre, Studio / Devi Kroell**
6PM – Betsey Johnson, Theatre / Longchamp** / Halston** / Michael Bastian**, Exit Art / Chado Ralph Rucci**
7PM – Perry Ellis, Stage
8PM – Marc Jacobs**

TUESDAY | September 14th
9AM – Elie Tahari, Studio / Rachel Roy**, NY Public Library for Performing Arts
9:30AM РMonique P̩an, Box*
10AM – Badgley Mischka, Theatre / Karen Walker**
11AM – Vera Wang, Stage
12PM – Rodarte** / Complex Geometries**
1PM – Rosa Cha, Studio / Mulberry**
1:30PM – Bibhu Mohapatra, Box*
2PM – Max Azria, Theatre
3PM – Dennis Basso, Stage / Mullberry**
4PM Marc by Marc Jacobs**
5PM – The Row**
6PM – Luca Luca, Studio / Sophie Theallet** / Odyn Vovk**
6:30PM – Sophie Theallet, Box*
7PM – Tibi, Stage / G-Star** / Yigal Azrouel**
8PM – Narciso Rodriguez, Theatre
9PM – Toni Francesc, Studio

WEDNESDAY | September 15th
8:30AM – Bill Blass, Box*
9AM – Tory Burch, Studio
10AM – Michael Kors, Theatre
11AM – Nanette Lepore, Stage / Douglas Hannant**
12PM – Oscar de la Renta**
1PM – General Idea, Studio / Adrienne Vittadini, Box* / Jeremy Scott**
2PM – Gottex, Theatre / 3.1 Phillip Lim**/ Yigal Azrouel**
3PM – Milly by Michelle Smith, Stage / Marchesa**
4PM – Reed Krakoff** / DKNY**
5PM – Odd Molly, Studio / Irina Shabayeva**
6PM – Anna Sui, Theatre / L Sabatino**
6:30PM – Mackage, Box*
7PM -  Bryan Reyes**
8PM -  Proezna Schouler**

THURSDAY | September 16th
9AM – Kate Spade**
10AM – Ralph Lauren**
11:30PM – Andy & Debb, Box*
12PM – Isaac Mizrahi, Theatre
1PM – – Davidelfin, Studio / L’Wren Scott**
2PM – Argentina Group Show, Stage / Stephen Burrows**
3PM – Calvin Klein Collection Women’s**
5PM – Elene Cassis**
6PM – J. Mendel, Studio
6:30PM – Rebecca Moses, Box*
7PM – Naeem Khan, Stage
8PM – L.A.M.B., Theatre
9PM – IVANAhelsinki, Studio

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OTHER LOCATIONS

Altuzarra, Alexander Wang, Billy Reid, Gary Graham, Patrik Ervell | Milk Studios 450 W. 15th St. betw. 9 & 10th Ave. 10011
Anne Bowen | Stone Rose Lounge 10 Columbus Cir., 4th fl., at 58th St. 10023
G-Star | Pier 94 711 12th Ave – 55th St and West Side Highway
Michael Bastian, Ohne Titel, Simon Spurr | Exit Art 475 10th Ave at 36th St.
Odyn Vovk | 87 Lafayette St- White and Lafayette
Rachel Roy | Oenslager Gallery at the NY Public Library for Performing Arts
Y-3 | Park Avenue Armory 643 Park Avenue betw. 66th and 67th St. 10065
Zero + Maria Cornejo | Hosfelt Gallery 531 W 36th Street 10018
Ralph Lauren | Skylight Studio, 275 Hudson Street
Calvin Klein Collection | 205 W 39th St, Ground Floor

Schedule courtesy of PostFashionism

Joss Stone, one of our favorite free-spirited songstresses, has teamed up with Nine West to create a limited-edition collection for their Vintage America Collection. Predictably bohemian, outdoorsy and feminine, the two models feature either taupe or black suede, faux shearling trim and braid (on the over-the-knee boot) or studs (on the bootie).

Osojoss Bootie

Stone Boot

Available in-store and online 9/21.

Bliss Lau Diamond Dress

You need not be a dominatrix to sport the rising harness trend in jewelry. A few popped up on the Fall/Winter 2010/11 runways during both London and New York Fashion Weeks in leather, taking inspiration from Bliss Lau, the pioneer of body jewelry. Worn over tanks, drapey sweaters and even jackets and dresses, harnesses add a bit of primitive style to an outfit otherwise best kept simple.

Leather and Metal Harness

Metal Chain Harness

Draping Jewels and Chain Harness

Available at ASOS.

I hate to admit, but I’m a big fan of Kathy Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb on The Today Show. That back-and-forth banter! Hoda’s eye-rolling when KLG’s not looking! Their constant drinking. Really, they’re my heroes.

Anyway, they brought out beauty editor Bobbi Brown today who gave a really great tip on how to lengthen dresses that are too short. Oftentimes, we find dresses that are really adorable but are about three inches too short and simply scandalous when trying to sit, especially if you’re tall. Bobbi’s tip? Add a half-slip to peek out from under the dress. This simple idea that hearkens back to what our mothers and grandmothers wore makes formerly unwearable dresses versatile and unique.

Take this Lavender Sachet dress from Lulus: it’s flowy, feminine and only 32 inches from shoulder to hem.

Add this 17 inch flounce slip from Farr West and you’ve got a little more length and a little more style.

Or for a lacy touch, try the 18 inch half slip with lace.

Mix and match slips for different looks. And of course, this idea only works on flowy loose-fitting dresses. So give your too-short dresses the slip and transform them into something sweet and wearable!

Fall is just around the corner, and when the leaves fall, the fashion changes from summer flirty to fall chic. No need to overhaul your closet, though. From over-the-knee boots to velvet leggings and updated cargos, adding a few key pieces to your fall wardrobe is all you need to punch it up!

TREND: VELVET

Velvet comes around every so often, but nothing looks fresher than touches of velvet on jackets or updated velvet leggings peeking out from under a tunic and boots.

MARC by Marc Jacobs Fitted Oxford Jacket

This fitted oxford jacket from MARC by Marc Jacobs has velvet accents at the collar, waist and wrists–upping the sophistication level sky-high! Available at Neiman Marcus.

Velvet leggings present a new take on the tight pants that have dominated the pants market for the past few years. Wear with over-the-knee boots, a longer tunic and motorcycle-inspired jacket.

Bop Basics Velvet Leggings

These Bop Basic velvet leggings have a rich sheen and long length, perfect for fall! Available at Shopbop.com.

TREND: OVER THE KNEE BOOTS

When over the knee boots exploded on the the fashion scene last fall, some women worried that the look would be a little too “Maid Marian at the Renaissance Fair.” Luckily, their surprising versatility has spurred their comeback this fall! The key is to keep the rest of the outfit low-key and to keep the heels on the lower side, otherwise professional women will look like a different kind of “professional” if you know what we mean.

Steve Madden Overrpas Over the Knee Boot

The sleek suede and low heel of the Steve Madden Overrpass boot is perfect for pairing with dark skinny jeans and an oversized patchwork sweater. Available at Nordstrom.

Modern Vintage Carina Over the Knee Buckle Boot

These Modern Vintage Carina boots come with edgy buckle detailing and mid-heel height. Available at Singer22.com.

TREND: SKINNY CARGO PANTS

Cargo pants are no longer the bastion of comfort-loving soccer moms. Updated with a skinny silhouette and hardware details, fall’s cargo pants pair perfectly with gladiators or tucked into ankle boots. Military inspiration never looked so fashionable!

J BRAND Houlihan Zip Cargo Pants

These J BRAND Houlihan zip cargo pants have achieved cult-like status due to a flattering ankle length, zipper detailing and the perfect amount of stretch. Available at Revolveclothing.com.

Perfume inspired by the book (and movie) Eat Pray Love? Thanks to Fresh, Elizabeth Gilbert’s travels of self-discovery through Italy, India and Bali now each have their own scent.

According to Fresh’s website, Eat smells like ” Italy’s most addictive desserts and sensual wines,” Pray smells like “India’s serene sunsets, fresh soil, and traces of incense and spices that permeate warm winds,” and Love smells like “percolating pheromones, sun-caressed skin, and salty kisses . . . combined with the lush aromas of Bali’s exotic landscape.”

I think the idea of a movie inspiring a line of perfumes is a bit cheesy, but the perfumes themselves sound yummy! I think I’ll try the salty kisses of Love and find my inner peace through percolating pheromones.

These ingenious cuff bracelets from Steven Shein say what’s on your mind without your having to actually speak. A sleek cuff design with a flat surface that reads nuggets of wisdom such as:

“WTF Who’s paying for these drinks?”

“Dude you’re going to need way more money.”

“Seriously when are you going to grow up?”

[via High Snobette]

The low-end clothing market was transformed forever when game changer Forever 21 arrived on the scene, leading to a glut of cheap stores selling throwaway clothes. But I was still a  little surprised when I saw shirts on sale at Charlotte Russe for $2.99! I mean, my coffee costs at least $3 in the morning (or closer to $4 when I’m feeling spendy).

Mind you, they aren’t anything fancy, but sleek basics that mimic the relaxed styles of James Perse, LNA and (dare I say) T by Alexander Wang.

Let’s compare, shall we?

This is the Charlotte Russe pocket tee:

And this is the James Perse relaxed v-neck tee for $50:

Here’s the Charlotte Russe ribbed cotton v-neck tank:

And LNA’s u-tank for $64:

Check out Charlotte Russe’s oversized pocket racerback tank (this is a splurge at $4.99):

And T by Alexander Wang’s mini pocket tank, priced at $74:

I’m not saying these shirts are exactly alike. I know that the James Perse tees feel like clouds settling on your skin and that there are differences in fabric. However, the disparity in price cannot be ignored. I for one, would rather stock up on the cheapies and splurge once in a long while on the luxury tees when they’re on sale.

Miami Swim Fashion Week ends today, and while nothing was truly groundbreaking, some of the looks blurred the line between swimwear and lingerie (expected) and swimwear and burka (unexpected). Five days of designers using one square foot of material (or less) manifested in countless options for your next pool party.

Check out the looks that caught our eye!

Beach Bunny showed looks that go straight from the pool to the boudoir or S&M club, no extra accessorizing required.

Cia. Maritima showed a suit that may or may  not be appropriate for the middle east. (I say not.)

I wish I could comment on this blue bikini by Crystal Jin, but the model’s tattoo is too distracting!

Just say no to denim invading swimsuits, like in this Dolores Cortes boyshort two-piece! (Weren’t jeggings bad enough?)

But say YES to these gorgeous on trend tribal-inspired looks from Mara Hoffman! Perfect for global beach-hopping.

This suit from Red Carter is multi-purpose: it covers up (sort of) AND it’s perfect for catching fish off of your billionaire boyfriend’s yacht.