Loving the look ... your thoughts?

Model and intern Milan Bertone looked fierce at the Jerell Scott Fashion Rocks event during LA Fashion Week.

Ready for the amazing part? She scored this fun, printed mini dress for 50¢ at a vintage store! Then, she styled herself by wearing the dress backward, adding a wide black leather belt, and on-trend buckled boots.

Your thoughts?

Photos: abni

Sample Sale!

Find funky, edgy-yet-feminine pieces at the Michelle Mason warehouse sale this Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm.

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Eco event!

The fabulous sustainable fashion experts at EcoStiletto.com invite you to a cocktail party to celebrate "green beauty and health" at Organic Pharmacy in Beverly Hills!

On Tuesday, October 27th from 6-9pm, enjoy mini makeovers and mini massages while drinking organic beverages.

Remember to RSVP (info below)!

Photos: ecostiletto.com

Fashion Rocks

My Friday night red carpet arrival at the Chic Little Devil Fashion Rocks party at the Cooper Building.

Check back soon for more photos and video of the Jerell Scott and Korto Momolu fashion shows!

Photo: abni

Flip Fashion

"Love is real, spread it." With a motto like that, it's no surprise that the designer behind Puja, an L.A. based line of jewelry, is a darling guy named Joshua.

Joshua with his jewelry line, Puja

I met the young designer on Friday at one of dozens of Fashion Week festivities, at the "Flip Fashion Not Humanity" Charity Sales Event (10% of all sales donated to Keep A Child Alive) at Bar Marmont.

Inspired by his half-Indian heritage, Joshua brings his designs to life in Delhi, India. Some of his designs incorporate traditional Indian enamel, but with a new twist -- instead of intricate work with many colors, in Puja we see solid, bright, bold colors -- perfect for the return of 80's fashion.

All the jewelry is unisex, and I adored the harness I tried on (which I didn't get a photo of - aah!).

Photos: abni

Chic Chicks

Obsessive cannot begin to describe my actions toward one Chickdowntown.com.

I visit the site daily to check out their deals (offering 20-35% off full priced items on a regular basis!), vintage selections and insanely styled lookbooks.

I am in love with these two lookbook selections -- super-feminine modern boho, and military-esque sexy secretary:

Rachel Leigh Millie Vintage Denim Pendant ($167)

Rachel Leigh Millie Espresso Cluster Drops ($128)

Giuseppe Zanotti Riding Boot (originally $1,195, on sale for $717)

Plastic Island Green Boho Tunic Dress ($163)

(and what I think is the BB Dakota Potter Vest I mentioned before!)

Giuseppe Zanotti Snake-Embossed Bootie (Originally $925, on sale for $555)

BB Dakota Ivory Dolly Leopard Top ($53)

BB Dakota Tangerine Laurie Skirt ($48)

BB Dakota Indigo Blue Marsh Jacket ($70)

Here's a little holiday party ensemble I put together using pieces from Chickdowntown on polyvore (paper dolls for grown ups!).

Pair a gorgeous red dress (with just enough ruffles not to piss off Nicholas from this season's Project Runway - be in the know by watching @ 19:19) with intricate earrings featuring jewel tone details, and a pair of sexy-yet-classy zebra pumps, and you're ready for cocktails or carols.

For those of you expecting snow this winter (my non-LA readers!), top it off with a flattering feminine coat and patterned (or warmer!) tights.

Rojas Vikki Jacket ($174)

Black Halo Keyhole Ruffle Sleeve Sheath ($345)

Giuseppe Zanotti Zebra Peep Toe Pump (originally $521, on sale for $364.70)

Lee Angel Egyptian Enamel Earrings ($212)

Photos: chickdowntown.com, polyvore.com

Tourist in my own city

Yesterday I ventured out to every corner of Los Angeles to check out some of our cities amazing boutiques and costume houses with stylist guru Luke Storey on his Day 2 class. It's a must for aspiring stylists and fashion lovers alike!

Hanging out at Confederacy, an amazing store in the Silver Lake/Echo Park side of town,

with Luke and friends!

Photos: abni

Trends in Trying Times

Tough economy + Lower shopping budgets = Time to make smart purchases.

Forever21 and H&M are always great options, but sometimes you need to branch out for more...let's say "lasting" items.

I recently stumbled across three great new pieces to keep me on-trend and on-budget for the upcoming season.

Leopard print is everywhere right now, and at only $44, the Michael Stars Mouse Leopard Tank won't break the bank (and I love the animal print in gray!).

Over-the-knee boots are edgy without taking you into that questionable "Pretty Woman" arena. The Kingdom boot by Chinese Laundry is comfortable, sexy, and only $98.95. To pull off this trend, avoid platforms on these taller boots to prevent them from looking costumey.

Sometimes a fashion trend jumps out at you as questionable yet fabulous at the same time. This next item is my questionabulous piece for this year. BB Dakota's Potter Vest is an easy, fun, amazing faux fur choice for only $60.

Photos: angelasrunway.com, zappos.com, chickdowntown.com