One of the greatest discoveries I made about Suzy Menkes during her Academy of Art University Q&A was that she has quite the sense of humor. Aside from making a joke about Twitter, she reminisced about the olden days — before she was well-known — when she would crash fashion shows. Below are her tips on getting into a fashion show, whether not invited or if you only have standing. Disclaimer: it always worked for Menkes but AAU's executive director of fashion Gladys Perint Palmer claimed it never worked for her. Good luck.

1. Buy colored crayons, pens, silver and gold stars. Basically, whatever you need to replicate the tickets of those with seats.
2. Lurk among invite-holders to memorize their invitations.
3. Rush to the restroom, white out "standing room" and write in/draw whatever you saw on the tickets of those with invites.

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Kim Kardashian celebrated STK's one year anniversary in LA this week and used her bright nail polish and makeup to make her black and white outfit pop. She paired Yves Saint Laurent metallic booties with a modest jacket and House of Harlow necklace. To get an outfit just like hers, shop it now.

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Amidst troubling economic times, Phillip Lim is staying positive about his business. While some designers are struggling to meet numbers, Phillip Lim's team is predicting a 15 percent increase of sales this year, giving credit to Lim's smartly priced, edgy designs. Next on tap for the budding designer? Adding three new lines to his brand: footwear, lingerie, and swim. Right now,” said Lim, “it’s not about sitting back and letting things happen. It’s about taking a step forward and pushing the envelope."

Lim’s swim collection, debuting this Summer, will consist of three styles — two maillots and a bikini made in floral prints retailing at $175. “We brought a girly, playful element to it,” said Lim. His lingerie line, named 3.1 Phillip Lim Initials, evokes the same femininity and will range from $65 to $175. The official launch of his lingerie line is Spring '10, but fans can nab them early at his boutique starting May 20. For shoes, Lim focused on creating practical designs. “Everyone’s making crazy shoes,” said Lim, “so we were like, ‘Let’s do working shoes, but sophisticated and beautiful.’"Lim's footwear collection, ranging from $290 to $675, will debut in the Fall.

To see pieces from Lim's swimwear, lingerie, and footwear line, read more

Nicole Richie attended the 18th Annual Environmental Media Awards this week in LA looking chic and stylish in her LBD. She paired this floral mini with peep toe booties and a cropped leather jacket, and her aviator shades highlighted her golden locks. Shop a similar outfit now.

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Far from her over-the-top Confessions of a Shopaholic wardrobe, Isla Fisher looked laid-back while having lunch with Courteney Cox Arquette yesterday. On top she went feminine in a Kimchi floral ruffle tank and a purple cardigan with rolled-up sleeves. The ripped J Brand jeans lend rocker edge to her otherwise sweet look, while her Celine sunnies add flavor. Dressing the look up are a tan ostrich shoulder bag, two-tone sandals, and gold jewels.

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Eva Longoria looked ready for business as she arrived at the Century Plaza Towers in LA this week. She paired jeans and a short-sleeved blouse with dressier accessories; a Be & D bag and Louboutin heels to name a few. To get a similar look, jewelry and all, shop now!

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