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Oct 18 2010 02:00 PM ET

The Women Who Inspire Donna Karan: Brooke Shields, Nicole Kidman and More

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Iconic American designer Donna Karan is bringing some of her favorite women forward to shine a light on the world’s less fortunate, all while celebrating 25 years of Donna Karan New York. Brooke Shields, Nicole Kidman and Demi Moore are just a few of the stars named “Women Who Inspire,” on the new philanthropic section of donnakaran.com. So now in addition to snatching up that perfect LBD when you visit the site, you can also help a great cause. “I believe in the power of women. As nurturers, we have a unique ability to care and share and make the world a better place,” says Karan in a release. “Women who inspire are women who are making a difference.” Through the new forum, women like Rachel Zoe, Christy Turlington Burns and Susan Sarandon promote a range of charities and offer personal anecdotes, images, videos and of course, the opportunity to donate. And while these famous faces front the website, Donna opens the door for all fantastic women to be named inspirational. For a chance to win a $10,000-donation to a charity of your choice, visit donnakaran.com –Jessie Goldberg

Oct 18 2010 11:00 AM ET

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Mick’s Daughter Georgia May Jagger on Needing ‘a Bum’ to Model Jeans

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When your parents are Rolling Stones rocker Mick Jagger and supermodel Jerry Hall, it should come as no surprise that Georgia May Jagger has quickly become something of her own force in the fashion world. The 18-year-old, who appears in the November issue of Harper’s Bazaar, has already fronted a beauty campaign for British brand Rimmel cosmetics, walked down Chanel’s resort runway, and appeared topless in sexy ads for Hudson jeans—a move that the model says was supported by her parents. “My mom did a lot of provocative work with [renowned fashion photographer] Helmut Newton. She understands,” Georgia tells Harper’s Bazaar. “I didn’t think that it was going to be on giant billboards everywhere. I’m sort of like, Oh, God!” But modesty aside, the British beauty says her mother’s four-decade long modeling career has served as a source of inspiration for her own endeavors in the industry. “When mum was first modeling, it was all about that Thierry Mugler woman with the tiny waist and the giant a–…it’s much sexier,” she tells the magazine. “I model jeans. You need a bum for those.” The rock royalty heiress has now set her sights on design, expanding her role with Hudson to launch Hudson by Georgia May Jagger, due out in March. And with her mom’s vintage men’s Wranglers serving as inspiration for the line, she can’t go wrong. “And I have to say Guns N’ Roses really inspired them as well.” For the full interview with Georgia, visit harpersbazaar.com–Gillian Koenig

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Oct 18 2010 10:45 AM ET

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What Do You Do with Unwanted Gifts?

It may not even be Halloween yet, but we already have the holidays on the brain here at StyleWatch. We want to know what’s on your list this year — and when you start shopping for all the friends and family on your list. Vote on our polls below and look for more questions all week long.

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Oct 18 2010 09:00 AM ET

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Mary J. Blige’s Favorite Fashion Accessory: Designer Sunglasses

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Mary J. Blige is famous for her voice, but the nine-time Grammy Award winner has another passion—sunglasses. “I have probably 1000 pairs of sunglasses,” Blige said at the Annual Gotham Magazine Gala on Thursday. “If you look back at my history you’ll see me with glasses, lots of shades from Chanel to Christian Dior to Gucci.” The singer recently debuted a new line of eyewear called Melodies by MJB, which she is promoting while on tour. “Sunglasses are an extension of me, just like the fragrance I did is an extension of me,” she says. “I only do things that I know, that I’ve done for years.” And though the singer loves shades, she doesn’t want any for the holidays. “I don’t want anybody to give me gifts,” Blige says. “I’m really not gonna be big on gifts this year. I’m gonna give gifts, but … it’s a hard time to try to get something out of people right now.” — Nadine Shabeeb

Oct 15 2010 06:00 PM ET

Style News Now’s Hottest Headlines of the Week

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Which of Hollywood’s style stars got readers buzzing this week? Check out our top stories!

- Ashlee Simpson-Wentz steps out with her family in a brand new blonde pixie cut. READ IT

- New bride Crystal Bowersox shares all the inside details on her wedding dress—and ring! READ IT

- After losing 50 pounds, Sara Rue completes a half marathon. READ IT

- Jeweler Neil Lane gives the scoop on Odette Yustman’s wedding bling! READ IT

- Kate Winslet‘s boyfriend says happy birthday with leather. READ IT

Oct 15 2010 05:20 PM ET

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The Scoop on Harlow Madden’s Snazzy Sneaks

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Harlow Madden sure looks pretty in pink! While out with dad Joel Madden, mom Nicole Richie and little brother Sparrow, the adorable 2-year-old stepped out in a very chic girlie-meets-punk ensemble—complete with tiered print dress, graffiti-style sneakers and flower headband. But it was her colorful glittery footwear that really caught our eye. Turns out the the curly-haired cutie was sporting Twinkle Toes Dualing Hearts ($37) shoes from Skechers Kids. To get all the details, and a closer look at Harlow’s fashion-forward footwear, go to Moms & Babies.

Oct 15 2010 03:40 PM ET

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Old Soles: New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg Has Only Six Pairs of Loafers

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While most of our houses might fit into the closets where The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills store their shoes, Michael Bloomberg, New York’s low key billionaire mayor, has only six pairs of loafers! During a speech at QVC’s FFANY shoe sale event on Wednesday, Mayor Bloomberg joked, “A story emerged recently that shocked many in your industry, leaving them confused, perplexed, maybe even a little bit hurt. I’m talking about the stunning revelation in the September 20th edition of the New York Post, that I, Michael R. Bloomberg, 108th Mayor of the City of New York, may not have purchased a new pair of work shoes in ten years…if it’s in the Post it must be true.” So when PEOPLE encountered the thrifty mayor the next night at the Empire State Pride Agenda fall dinner, we had to ask if the story in the Post was true.“You have to talk to my press secretary who made up the story,” said Mayor Bloomberg with a smile. So does he actually have a lot of shoes? “Yeah, I do probably have half a dozen pairs, but it is true. I probably only wear one black and one brown and that’s about it,” he said. “I’d love to tell you I’m a big fashionista,” admitted the Mayor. “But it was really embarrassing, Ken Cole [shoe designer Kenneth Cole] happens to be a very close friend of mine, and I was with him the night before [the article appeared].” — Jeffrey Slonim