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Today’s Moschino Signature sale on Gilt Groupe includes a bevy of pieces worn by Mrs. O in the past year. Click here to check it out!

MOUNTAIN VIEW, United States — As the digital revolution continues to exert a powerful democratising force on the closed hierarchy of the traditional fashion system, perhaps no platform has put more power in the hands of the people than Polyvore, a social shopping site. Polyvore gives consumers the tools to mix and match their favourite [...]

Available now, gone in a flash (LA Times) “Private sample sales generated $1 billion last year, a relatively small piece of the $155-billion e-commerce pie. But the category is thriving, with more than $100 million in venture capital flooding into the space in the last six months alone.” Zozotown Gets Japan Fashion Online (WSJ) “Aside [...]

The inexperience of youth can’t be the excuse here for these fabulous women who, in spite of their mature fashion sense, have occasional lapses.

It’s time to connect the dots this resort season as designers opt for polka-dot prints.

Gap is giving Milan a small taste of things to come ahead of the November opening of its first store in Italy.

Janie Bryant will promote Maidenform intimate apparel in a viral Internet campaign.

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Chelsea Clinton looked gorgeous in a way that makes perfect sense for a young woman whose style to date one would classify as conservative.

Photos by Genevieve de Manio via Getty Images

It feels almost impossible not to acknowledge one of the most highly anticipated events of the summer — the wedding of Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky, which took place last evening at Astor Courts in Rhinebeck, New York. 

The bride chose a frothy, confection of a gown by Vera Wang, featuring “a diagonally draped bodice, ballgown skirt made out of raw edged laser-cut swirling silk organza, and a train in silk tulle.” A crystal-encrusted belt, also by Vera Wang, defined the waist. Jewelry was kept simple with understated earrings and a bracelet. A long tulle veil and simple bouquet of white flowers completed the classic bridal look.

Various news sources reported Chelsea Clinton visiting both Vera Wang and Oscar de la Renta earlier this week. The latter, it seems, was for the radiant mother-of-the-bride, who wore a wine colored Oscar de la Renta gown for the wedding.

Congratulations to the newlyweds!

P.S. Check out WWD’s piece “Chelsea Clinton’s Moment” which includes more detail on the dress and bridal accoutrements.

Those of you who reside in our nation’s capital have an opportunity to see a live, dynamic presentation of Jason Wu’s Fall 2010 collection for TSE cashmere on August 12. To be held at The Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C., the collection will be presented in the context of its inspiration — paintings by American artist Robert Ryman. 

FASHION COLLECTION BY JASON WU MEETS ITS FINE ART INSPIRATION 
AT A SPECIAL PHILLIPS AFTER 5

With Neiman Marcus Mazza Gallerie 
and Project Beltway’s Rachel Cothran

WHAT: Designer Jason Wu cites Robert Ryman’s painting as the muse for his fall 2010 TSE cashmere collection. For one evening, models act as living works of art in the Ryman exhibition, bringing Wu’s designs face-to-face with their fine art inspiration. A video of Wu’s fall 2010 ready-to-wear runway show is on view in the café, and a scavenger hunt leads visitors through the museum, collecting fashion and fine art facts for a chance to win prizes. The program is part of Phillips after 5, a lively evening of art and entertainment with food and cash bar. 

WHY: In conjunction with Robert Ryman: Variations and Improvisations on view at the Phillips through Sept. 12, 2010

WHEN: Thurs., August 12, 5–8:30 p.m.

COST: Due to the popularity of Phillips after 5, advance reservations during special exhibitions are encouraged to insure admission: $12 for adults, $10 for visitors 62 and over and students, free for members and visitors 18 and under. Reserve online until 12 hours before the event at www.phillipscollection.org/calendar.

WHERE: The Phillips Collection, 1600 21st St., NW. Washington, D.C.

Metro: Dupont Circle (Q St.)

PUBLIC INFORMATION: www.phillipscollection.org or 202-387-2151

The top stories for the week ending July 30, 2010.

Reuters – The Material Girl is launching a new clothing line for juniors that will hit stores in the U.S. next week, just in time for back-to-school shopping.

Several fashion magazine spreads have recently replicated the fashions of the 1950s.

Why fashion has fallen out of love with its A-list clotheshorses (Independent) “This time around, the women chosen… are united by their anonymity outside of [fashion]… prompting many insiders to wonder: is fashion’s long-running love affair with celebrity finally over?” American Apparel Shares Plunge as Auditor Steps Aside (WSJ) “American Apparel shares plunged as much [...]

Hussein Chalayan will unveil an installation and film at London’s Lisson Gallery in September.

—Celia Ellenberg

—Celia Ellenberg

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LONDON, United Kingdom — Over the last several months, all eyes have been on the world’s leading luxury fashion etailer: Net-a-Porter. And for good reason. In March, the business was acquired by Swiss luxury group Richemont at a total valuation of £350 million. In June, the company revealed the upcoming launch of Mr. Porter, a [...]

Launching for holiday, the 11-style lineup gives the brand a glam new makeover.

On August 10, the decadent nightclub will be chockablock with do-gooders when it hosts a fundraiser for the foundation.

AP – William Rast, the fashion line by Justin Timberlake and his childhood friend Trace Ayala, has a new partner: Target.

The White House has announced that the First Lady and her daughter Sasha will travel to Spain for four days next week. The trip is a private holiday, but will include a visit with King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia. Fun! For further details, click here.

P.S.: We should prepare for a very quiet month in August. Per Lynn Sweet of Politics Daily, “Mrs. Obama plans no official business for the month of August.”

In addition to the mother-daughter trip to Spain, the first lady will join her family for an August 14 weekend getaway to the Florida Gulf Coast, followed by an extended stay on Martha’s Vineyard from August 19-29.

Please feel free to share thoughts on what you might like to see here while Mrs. O is away!

Image courtesy Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection

I’m excited to announce another special selection of Carole Tanenbaum Vintage Collection jewelry, put together exclusively for readers of Mrs-O.org. This selection is a tribute to the first lady’s penchant for the “classic, elegant, perfect” pearl necklace. And on the eve of Chelsea Clinton’s wedding, one can’t help but think several of the styles would be quite charming for a bride-to-be!

Click HERE to find the selection and enjoy. A note from the fabulous Carole Tanenbaum:

In vintage there has always been a wide variety of simulated pearls available. The highest quality ones to look for are glass, which are then coated with many layers of a pearlized finish. They are often individually knotted, which shows the piece is painstakingly handmade. The added benefit is that the pearls don’t slide around! The lustre resembles the real thing, as does the weight. I bought a 50s collection of these beauties and am offering them to you, Mrs. O Readers.