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Kris Humprhies may have profited from his own wedding but he was scammed by a crooked investor who was at his actual wedding in another episode what we like to call “another one bites the dust”.  Humphries claims that he was robbed out of hundreds of thousands of dollars by Andrew C. Hicks, a man he invited to his wedding who was later discovered to have been arrested for allegedly running a $1.7 million investment scam.  Kris also learned that Hicks was a target in a federal investigation in which he’s suspected of raising money for a billion dollar hedge fund that never even existed. Officials claim 27-year-old Hicks stole $1.7 million from various investors and got Kris  for hundreds of thousands of dollars himself. Kris may have been better off having Kris Jenner managing his money. Won’t hear anything of the Kardashian family getting robbed, that’s for sure.

Officials believe Andrew lied to several investors and even said that he was a Harvard graduate when in fact, he was kicked out of the University after 3 semesters and got a D- in math. How does one get a Series 6 license with bad grades, you ask? If he even had a license, that is.  Nonetheless, Hicks was arrested in Canada on Friday and charged with wire fraud. Officials believe he was trying to flee to Switzerland according to reports from TMZ. If convicted, Hicks could face up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

The Jerseys Shore‘s Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino has gotten himself into a situation, alright! His ongoing drama with Abercombie & Fitch ha gotten all the way out of hand. The Situation is suing the company for their marketing stunt earlier in which they issued a statement saying that Sorrentino was a bag look for the brand as if those almost naked teen ads weren’t?!. Nonetheless, Sorrentino is firing back at Abercrombie with own marketing stint. Although his money is now wear near as long as the retail giants, hi fan base certainly might be. This might end up being a social war between money, power and messaging.

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Last night celebs hit the red carpet for the premiere of “The Descendants” .  George Clooney’s girlfriend Stacy Keibler stepped out to support her leading man and looked absolutely stunning. The two made their relationship public at the Toronto Film Festival back in September and we bet that Clooney’s ex girlfriends are eating their hearts out.  On another note, other stars, including Shailene Woodley, Amara Miller, Beau Bridges and writer/director/producer Alexander Payne all came out for the premiere. The movie is about a land baron, played by Clooney, who tries to re-connect with his two daughters after his wife suffers a boating accident and hits selects theaters today.  For showing times and locations, click here.

Rebecca Taylor Spring/Summer 2012

Rebecca Taylor had a collection that women will appreciate.  Miss Taylor previewed her Spring/Summer 2012 collection at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week today, however it was her all white pieces that caught my eye.  They appeared goddess-like and flowed with every step taken by each model.  Her clothing fit without hugging, allowing for an enjoyable season and comfortable walks in NYC.

We were very excited to view the Nautica Spring Summer 2012 collection, remembering the synonymous yacht symbols and ingenuine nautical apparel.  The show was cleverly located in the Empire hotel whose space not olnly provided a great eye’s view of the collection but also NYC.  Nautica’s POV showed how you can go from a morning on the seas and lunch on land to a night on the town.  SS 2012 is filled with clever mixtures of boating shorts with tees, sweaters, polos; khakis with boating shoes, bags, hats, button downs; suits with windbreakers -waist and knee length- sunglasses, high socks.  Nautica combined the comforts of casual and luxury pieces, showing a man of ingenuity, innovation and confidence.

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week commences today in New York City.  We will be honored to view collections from the worlds most prestigious fashion houses.  Shows begin at 9 Am and ends with some of the  most talked about after parties that take us in to the wee hours of the morning.  However, we must celebrate the efforts, statements and ideas designers have created through fabric.  They give us walking art, expressing social climates, current and historic events alike.  In light of today also Fashion Night Out,  shows will end around 3PM today so lovers of fashion can parade the city taking in some of the cities finest.

MERECEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK – DAY 1

Photo Credit: The Fashion Reporter; In this photo: Stacey Schieffellin (ybf), Priscilla Monteiro (The Fashion Reporter)

Today was all about girl power as the women of the Make Mine A Million Organization rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange this morning, in style. Being amongst other successful and fashionable women was quite empowering and conversing over champagne and delightful treats was even better at 10am on a Friday just before the long holiday weekend. Do I love my job, YES!  What was even more refreshing was sitting down with successful women entrepreneurs like Lisa Price, who started Carol’s Daughter back in the early 80′s while on The Cosby Show, Stacey Schieffelin, who founded the ybf (your best friend),  Rosa Alfonso, Vice President of Public Affairs and Communications at American Express, and Julie Goldman, famous for her amazing runners including the breathtaking 196 foot black and white carpet she did for Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries wedding.

Photo Credit: The Fashion Reporter; In this photo: Lisa Price (Carol's Daughter), Julie Goldman (The Original Runner Company), Stacy Straughter (Count Me In/Make Mine A Million)

The highlight of my experience was hearing testimonies particularly from Angela Jenkins, Co-Owner, Bell ’s Professional Services (small business currently growing through M3),  who briefed me on the program’s initiatives. What I’ve gathered from these very influential women is that it takes a certain level of determination and passion in order to succeed. You have to be willing to throw yourself out there and be open to criticism. Never take NO for an answer . Make sure you network beyond your own comfort zone. Always look your best and never limit yourself. Brand your business and let everyone know who you are and what you do upon the first handshake/initial introduction, “Hi, my name is Priscilla Monteiro, and I am the Editor-in-Chief of The Fashion Reporter.com,  online magazine covering all things fashion and we share/license our content to many entities such as NBC, AOl/Time Warner, The NY Post….“.

A link to the bell ringing will be posted to Count Me In’s website www.makemineamillion.org and on YouTube (NYSETV1) following the event. The bell ringing can also be followed via Twitter @NYSE_euronext and @M3Award or on Facebook “NYSE Euronext – Official Page.”

Bruxe

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Last night actors and artists arrived at the Teen Choice Awards held at Gibson Amphitheatre on August 7, 2011 in Universal City, California.

From L - Kaley Cuoco (host), Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Cameron Diaz and Blake Lively

As we scoured the red carpet – the premiere place for the fashion inclined and the fashion blind – we encountered we saw an earth toned/nude trend from some of our favorite actresses adorned in nudes and yellows.

Fergie

Fergie also wore yellow with black stars EVERYWHERE, to remind herself as well as the million viewers who were watching that she was still famous, and yes she is a star!

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks took the all black catwoman fit route to remind us the she still has it, but does she?

TV personalities Khloe Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian and Kylie Jenner showed the world  that the entire family is sizzling hot!

The best dressed undeniably goes to Rachel Bilson and Kim Kardashian.

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Teens seem to be dressing sexier than ever nowadays including Lucy Hale and Alexa Vega.  Zoe Saldana did a great job at showing the girls how to strut your stuff without baring it all in this peasant styled dress paired with gold pumps. Plunging necklines aren’t the most appropriate for Teen Awards, however are more so expected of the Grammy’s and upcoming VMA’s.

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Warner Bros has released the first official photo of Anne Hathaway as Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises directed by in Christopher Nolan. Anne Hathaway has been cast as Selina Kyle  and will be starring alongside Christian Bale, who returns in the title role of Bruce Wayne/Batman. This role is not particularly one that Anne Hathaway has typically played in the past but from a fashion standpoint, the star is guaranteed to serve as she did in “The Devil Wears Prada”. The Catwoman costume is more traditional, like in the comic book as opposed to having a futuristic feel with the exception of the goggles. Of course the costume is constructed of PVC , not  lycra as it was in past films. Lastly, Anne’s body is perfect enough to make the movie as sexy as it was with past Catwomen including Halle Berry and Michelle Pfeiffer.  “The Dark Knight Rises” is slated for release on July 20, 2012.

Photo Credit: The Fashion Reporter

On Saturday, July 30th celebs gathered at Russell Simmons East Hampton estate for the 12th annual Art for Life Benefit, sponsored by Bombay Sapphire Gin, JP Morgan Chase and Target. The highly anticipated gala was attended by host Soledad O?Brien who held court while guests such as Edward Norton, Mary J. Blige, Taraji P. Henson, Lala Anthony, Tamara Mellon, Vanessa and Angela Simmons, Rev Run, Star Jones, Lisa Rinna, Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou, Brett Ratner, Dr. Oz, LA Reid, Jennifer Esposito and Gayle King enjoyed a performance by Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson, whose rendition of the Dreamgirls classic “And I Am Telling You, I’m Not Going” brought the crowd to its feet and reminded us of her stellar performance in the movie itself.

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In between the festivities, guests made frequent visits to the bar while they socialized over Bombay Sapphire cocktails. While Ed Norton sipped Bombay Sapphire French 75s and the Simmons sisters ordered Bombay Sapphire Masterpiece cocktails, celebs like Taraji P. Henson and Mary J. Blige where dancing in their seats to soulful beats spun by DJ MOS. Henson was even giving Blige a friendly run for her money, proudly singing the lyrics to nearly every song.

Photo Credit: Wire Image/Nunez (L to R) Tamarra Mellon Founder Jimmy Choo, Jessica White, Lisa ERinna, Gayle King, Donna Karan, Erica Reid

Lisa Rinna and Dr. Oz checked out the auction items, which included while Lala Anthony sang along to the Mary J. Blige favorite “Real Love”. What would a fabulous charity gala held by a music and fashion mogul be without fashionable guests? Although the requested dress code was sunkist saffron and red jade, a color that isn’t currently in season, guests arrived in variations of the two hues and some didn’t. In fact, most of our favorite fashionistas opted for printed, draped and rouched summery dresses.

Photo Credit: Wire Image/Nunez (L to R) La La Anthony, Star Jones, Taraji P Hensen, Mary J. Blige

Mega talent and everyones favorite trainwreck Amy Winehouse seems to be doing a little better from these pictures. She was spotted the Camden neighborhood of London, England yesterday afternoon looking close to normal wearing stone washed jeans and a Fred Perry Tee shirt. If only she would have traded in those black Reebok Classics for some cute pumps, she might have had a look going for her. But it’s much better than the last time when we saw her as she was stumbling around on a stage, barely there physically and mentally. The truth is we are all keeping our fingers crossed that she will return to us looking like the rocker version of a 50′s pin-up girl again, and that voice of a Jazz great! We are routing for you Amy!!!