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Get ‘Gossip Girl’ Party-Perfect Dresses — Designed by the Show’s Stylist For Under $50!

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When Gossip Girl stylist Eric Daman was approached to create a line for budget-friendly chain Charlotte Russe, deciding what he would design was a no-brainer.  ”It just seems so apropos to what I do on the show,” he told PEOPLE of his collection of party dresses. “It’s like a ball or a gala every episode. I didn’t want to do separates. Serena van der Woodsen T-shirts? You can buy that. I wanted to do something special.” Even the Blair Waldorfs of the world will be tempted by Daman’s dresses, with prices starting at only $34.50. Expect lots of full skirts made for twirling with glittering accents galore. And while he loves designing high-fashion at low prices, he has to admit, dressing on an unlimited budget is a treat. But when it comes to picking his favorite characters to clothe, like any proud parent, it’s tough to choose. “It’s like your children. You can’t pick your favorite child. I love them all,” he says, before revealing his weakness for the show’s most dapper gentleman. “Chuck Bass has a very special place in my heart. It’s that Saville Row thing.” So, is a men’s line up next for the Upper East Side’s resident wardrobe specialist? “Yes, but I’m not allowed to talk about that yet,” he hints. To shop the collection, visit charlotterusse.com. –Jessie Goldberg; reporting by Gillian Koenig

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H&M’s Next Designer Collaboration Revealed: Lanvin!

After much anticipation over which designer would helm H&M’s next collaboration, the Swedish retailer is finally ready to dish! Coveted French label Lanvin will be the next high-fashion brand to bring its star-loved creations to the mass market store. “H&M approached us to collaborate, and see if we could translate the dream we created at Lanvin to a wider audience, not just a dress for less. I have said in the past that I would never do a mass-market collection, but what intrigued me was the idea of H&M going luxury rather than Lanvin going public,” Alber Elbaz, artistic director of Lanvin, says in a statement confirming the collaboration this morning. While there aren’t many details on specifics of Alber’s womenswear and menswear designs for H&M yet, expect the luxurious French cut, tailoring and details that have become synonymous with the Paris-based design house. A first look at Alber’s new creations will be revealed on November 2, but you’ll have to wait until November 20, when the collaboration is set to hit stores in North America, to shop the much-anticipated collection. In the meantime, check out this video where Lanvin’s designer discusses the collaboration. Tell us: Are you excited for Lanvin’s designer collaboration to hit H&M in November?–Andrea DeSimone

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Can You Guess Which Designer is Doing H&M’s Next Collaboration?

Having already partnered with the likes of Stella McCartney, Matthew Williamson and Viktor & Rolf, H&M’s next designer collaboration is anyone’s guess! And on Tuesday, the Swedish retailer got fashionistas buzzing when they posted a series of seven black-and-white videos featuring a headless mix of designers discussing fashion on their Facebook page and youtube.com. While H&M won’t officially confirm the next designer collaboration until September 9, WWD is speculating it might be Lanvin! If Alber Elbaz’s feminine creations, favored by the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Aniston, are in fact hitting H&M for holiday, that is one collaboration we will definitely be lining up for. Watch all seven of H&M’s teaser videos here. Tell us: What’s your guess? Who do you think H&M’s next designer collaboration is with ? –Andrea DeSimone

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SNEAK PEEK: Lauren Conrad Models Her Fall Collection For Kohl’s

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While Lauren Conrad is just getting started on her new contemporary line, the former reality TV queen is back with another season of her affordable clothing collection for Kohl’s. Known for her girly-girl style, Lauren seemingly pulls inspiration out of her own closet for the fall assortment, showing off a range of separates that are both feminine and romantic. Offering a warm color palette–like the scarlet sweater she models–ruffled texturing, and comfortable fabrics, the latest LC Lauren Conrad Collection features some of the starlet’s favorite styles, including denim leggings and sweet dresses. Lauren’s new fall designs are already available at Kohls.com, with everything retailing for less than $55! Now that’s what we call a star style steal! Tell us: What do you think of Lauren Conrad’s fall collection? Will you buy it?–Andrea DeSimone

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EXCLUSIVE FIRST LOOK: Brian Lichtenberg’s Forever 21 T-Shirt Collection

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Just a week before Brian Lichtenberg’s much-anticipated T-shirt collection hits Forever 21 stores on August 13, we scored you an exclusive first look! Projected to be two of the collection’s best-selling women’s pieces, the “BL” lipstick T-shirt and nail polish spilled “Lichtenberg” top are fall fashion must-haves. Also not to miss? Lichtenberg’s glam men’s range for the retailer, which features metallic gold writing on black. We love the cool graphics on otherwise basic T-shirts! And even though the designer won’t be using his standard couture sparkles in this collection, these hip tees are sure to become celebrity favorites. We can already see Lichtenberg fans like Katy Perry and Lady Gaga adding a few to their outrageous wardrobes. Tell us: What do you think of the collection so far? Will you buy it?–Andrea DeSimone

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The Scoop on Forever 21′s Debut Designer Collaboration with Brian Lichtenberg

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When we learned that Forever 21 was teaming with Brian Lichtenberg on its first-ever designer collaboration, visions of affordable, sequined dresses and spangly bodysuits filled our head. But with just a few weeks left before the much-anticipated collection hits Forever 21 stores on August 13, the designer is clearing up a few misconceptions. “There are are only so many places that a women can wear a glitter dress; I want to open up my brand,” he tells WWD of the budget-friendly collection of T-shirts and tanks that he has designed for the mass retailer. “[This line] is going to be for the customer that is younger and has seen my work on celebrities and musicians, but doesn’t have the money to plunk down for my main line.” And just how affordable is he talking? Styles will retail for about $15 for both men and women. And Lichtenberg has transformed cotton basics into jaw-dropping statement pieces. Inspired by Lady Gaga‘s “Telephone”, Lichtenberg has created a tank crisscrossed with yellow caution tape that has “Lichtenberg” and “No21″ scrolled across to it. Other designs include “Lichtenberg” spilling out of a nail polish bottle and his initials “BL” spelled out in lipsticks. We can’t wait to see more of Lichtenberg’s styles. Tell us: Are you excited for Forever 21 and Brian Lichtenberg’s collaboration? – Andrea DeSimone

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