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Hedi Slimane Takes Saint Laurent Downtown With New SoHo Store

Hedi Slimane rocked the fashion world with his Fall 2013 grunge collection, and he's not done making waves in his role as creative director of Saint Laurent.

Hedi Slimane rocked the fashion world with his Fall 2013 grunge collection, and he's not done making waves in his role as creative director of Saint Laurent. The designer has turned his exquisite eye towards rethinking the brand's boutiques. Following Paris and Shanghai, the new NYC flagship, located in SoHo, offers a first in-store shot of key Pre-Fall items.

The store itself is a master work of geometry with custom-designed jewelry cases, matte-finish Italian marble shelves, and even vintage 20th-century pieces handpicked by Slimane dotted throughout. The mirrored dressing room opens up to the iconic skylights that define the neighborhood's architecture. And did we mention the product? The full range of accessories — from Janis pumps to the Duffle purse — flank the entrance.

Exclusive pieces include the coat Courtney Love wore in the Music Project campaign, along with accessories in colors specific to the location. And while the boutique offers private shopping services upon request, consider this your own personal tour.

Celebrity Style

See Angelina's Sleek White Dress From Every Angle

Trading a black Saint Laurent suit for an ultrachic white Ralph & Russo dress, Angelina Jolie stepped out for another World War Z red carpet.

Trading a black Saint Laurent suit for an ultrachic white Ralph & Russo dress, Angelina Jolie stepped out for another World War Z red carpet. This time in Berlin, the actress took a sexier approach, opting for a curve-conscious strapless silhouette, complete with a waist-defining peplum trim and bold metallic belt. Joining partner Brad Pitt for his World War Z press tour marks Angelina Jolie's return to the red carpet following her preventative double mastectomy last month — and if the looks so far are any indication, we can only expect more glamour from the gorgeous actress. For all the details — and a closer look at her stunning postsurgery return thus far — just keep clicking.

Fashion Flash

Angelina Jolie Makes a Sexy Statement at Her First Postsurgery Red Carpet

Angelina Jolie is back in action after having her preventative double mastectomy just a month ago!

Angelina Jolie is back in action after having her preventative double mastectomy just a month ago! Angelina supported partner Brad Pitt by attending the premiere of his new movie, World War Z, and looked absolutely stunning in a black custom Saint Laurent gown. Angelina is no newbie when it comes to perfecting the black dress on the carpet — just watch on for all the details in today's Fashion Flash. On Allison: Zara top, Cameo pants, H&M belt.

Shopping

The Best Weekender Bags For All of Your Summer Escapes

Whether it's the Hamptons or Napa, Summer is all about making those getaways for a little rest and relaxation.

Whether it's the Hamptons or Napa, Summer is all about making those getaways for a little rest and relaxation. To help you on your way, we rounded up the best travel bags that score high on fashion and function. Shop some of our top choices — from Saint Laurent, Gucci, Coach, and more — below.

Fashion Flash

Cara Delevingne Reunites With Rita Ora and Gets Grunge For Saint Laurent

Cara Delevingne's schedule has been nonstop lately.

Cara Delevingne's schedule has been nonstop lately. She made cameos at the Met Gala and Cannes Film Festival, stopped by the Chanel Resort show in Singapore, and still made time to get two new tattoos in NYC. Plus, it was also just announced that she is the new face for Saint Laurent's Fall 2013 collection. Now she's back in London, where she reunited with her best friend, Rita Ora, for a night out on the town. Watch today's Fashion Flash to hear more about Cara's hectic schedule. On Allison: Zara jacket, Club Monaco top.

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Grunge Appeal: Cara Delevingne Is the Face of Saint Laurent Fall 2013

As if she wasn't everywhere already, Cara Delevingne is at it again.

As if she wasn't everywhere already, Cara Delevingne is at it again. The British model is the new face of Saint Laurent Fall 2013, starring alongside DIIV band member Cole Smith in the just-released ad campaign. The full set of images, shot by Hedi Slimane, were released in the form of a three-minute video, and they mark Slimane's first Fall campaign for the brand since joining the fashion house in March 2012.

Set to a moody DIIV track, Delevingne and Smith showed off pieces from the Fall lineup while lounging in a house perched above the Pacific Ocean. With a star-print coat, floral minidresses, fishnets, and studded boots all making appearances in Slimane's California world, the grunge-inspired clothing came alive in a way that didn't necessarily translate — for some — when it was first sent down the runway in March. As for Delevingne? This isn't her first foray into Saint Laurent territory. She's currently the face of Yves Saint Laurent Beauté's Baby Doll mascara and she walked in the Fall 2013 show.

A look at the video and more campaign images, below.

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Win a Saint Laurent Cabas Tote

Can you say "It bag"?

Can you say "It bag"? In a gorgeously bright, jewel-toned purple, the Saint Laurent leather Cabas tote is the absolute must-carry bag of the season. That's why we joined forces with SHEfinds and Vaunte to give it away to one very lucky winner. All you have to do is click here and enter your email. In addition to earning a chance to win this fabulous Saint Laurent staple, you'll be subscribed to the latest newsletters from our partners and us. Trust us, it's a win/win situation. Good luck!

Celebrity Style

Met Gala: Michelle Williams

While Michelle Williams's Met Gala look may not be exactly "punk," it certainly reminded us how well she can wear the classics.

While Michelle Williams's Met Gala look may not be exactly "punk," it certainly reminded us how well she can wear the classics. Her black strapless Saint Laurent gown showed off just the right amount of leg via a romantic high-low hem, while her black T-strap pumps supplied the ladylike polish. Her Fred Leighton jewels — including a 19th-century diamond tiara — and quirkier Olympia Le-Tan book clutch rounded out the ensemble. What do you think?

Vote on all of our Met Gala polls here!

YSL

Robot Rock: Daft Punk Stars in Saint Laurent's Music Project

The two masked French gentlemen who make up the iconic band known as Daft Punk are the latest musicians to star in Saint Laurent's Music Project campaign.

The two masked French gentlemen who make up the iconic band known as Daft Punk are the latest musicians to star in Saint Laurent's Music Project campaign.

The band unveiled details about its upcoming album, Random Access Memories, in a video screened Friday night at Coachella. In it, they, singer Pharrell Williams, and guitarist Nile Rodgers are seen wearing sequined tuxedo jackets — Saint Laurent Black Glitter "Le Smoking" Jackets, in official parlance — created by Hedi Slimane. On Saturday, the house released photos of the duo wearing the jackets and uploaded another video to YouTube that features additional photos of the performers in their sparkly stage wear.

Daft Punk has been working with Saint Laurent since Slimane's debut collection for the house, which was shown last October. The duo created a 15-minute soundtrack for Slimane's Spring 2013 show. They join Marilyn Manson, Courtney Love, and a number of other musicians who've been featured in the Music Project campaign. Take look at Daft Punk's video below and find their ads here in the gallery.

Ruffles

4 Ways to Wear the Ruffle Trend (Without Looking Too Young)

Ruffles can be beautiful and feminine, but they can also come off as really young-looking, too.

Ruffles can be beautiful and feminine, but they can also come off as really young-looking, too. Translation: we're culling inspiration from the Spring '13 runways — think Chloé, Givenchy, and Saint Laurent — to ensure that when we take on this season's ruffles, it looks sophisticated and fresh. To prove our point — and show you how to do it — we've got four different ruffled-up outfits to wear now. Watch on for all the details!