What did Blake Lively spend $15,000 on?

Poor Blake Lively (although not literally)… fresh from splitting up with Leonardo DiCaprio, the Gossip Girl beauty treated herself to a shopping session at the Edit Boutique on the Upper East Side in NYC. Sounds very Serena Van Der Woodsen, doesn’t it? 

Apparently, Blake splashed out on two Proenza Schouler bags (tres jalouse), Fendi booties and a few pieces from Isabel Marant. No biggie, obviously. 

If life after Leo is this stylish, maybe he should break up with women more often...

Daily Style Crush: Crystal Renn in Zac Posen Resort

Ridiculous skinniness for a 'plus size' model aside, Crystal Renn looks as shimmering and glittering as the dress she wore to the opening night performance of Anna Bolena in New York last night. We absolutely love how she let her Zac Posen Resort 2012 gown speak for itself and didn't add any other accessories to it - apart from a fierce, fresh lick of red lippy. We also appreciate her altered, more conservative neckline too.

Daily Style Crush: Beyonce in Roberto Cavalli

There's definitely no sign of Beyonce slowing down even though she currently has a little person growing inside of her. We didn't really expect Ms Knowles to step out in the loose trackies as soon as she revealed her pregnancy to the world though, but we do hope she takes a good rest in the later stages. Beyonce stunned the crowd in New York last night as she launched her brand new perfume 'Pulse' in a mega-mii Roberto Cavalli tunic and jacket. Loving the side plait as well; so chic!

Catwalk Catchup: NYFW Marchesa Spring/Summer 2012

Another collection that blew me away was Marchesa, courtesy of the very talented Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig. The intricate fringe detailing and finely sculpted tulle non-tacky-nineties-style meringue skirts were just the beginning. This is more than just a collection with the usual Marchesa wow-factor, it's something bigger that I can't quite put my finger on but it marks the beginning of something new and exciting.

For a start, the models actually WALKED the runway as opposed to standing still looking pretty, which is quite a huge step for Marchesa who usually stick to very finely executed presentations. Gorgeous show, stunning collection. 

Catwalk Catchup: NYFW Rodarte Spring/Summer 2012

Hello, summer! Finally a collection that epitomises the season - hurrah! Sometimes, the literal interpretations can be the best and the Rodarte Spring/Summer 2012 catwalk show at New York Fashion Week did wonders. Forget Nicki Minaj and Katy Perry's love affair with the rainbow look, Rodarte all the way baby!

Makes a huge change from their Black Swan pieces although some of that element crept in as far as the make-up was concerned - that's dedication to heavy eye makeup to say the least!

Catwalk Catchup: NYFW Zac Posen Spring/Summer 2012

Zac Posen could easily kit out every single celeb for every single award show for the foreseeable future. If I didn't like a dress on his runway, I loved it -talk about statement gowns!  Seeing a collection like truly rubs in the fact that we won't really get a handful of opportunities to wear these gowns. a) we don't have lavish award ceremonies to wear them to and would be a bit inconvenient on the tube and b) we don't have the funds for a vast Zac Posen collection, nor does Zac Posen want to lend his buddy the fashion owl any of his gowns…Damn. 

There were other looks in the collection, of course there were, but the dresses left a lasting impression on us. By far the most Oscar worthy collection we've seen so far.

Daily Style Crush: Kim Kardashian in Vera Wang

No, not one of her three custom made wedding dresses, a different one. How many Vera Wang gowns does one lady own? (We say through very gritted teeth!) Kim Kardashian and her enviable curves attended Vera Wang's Spring/Summer 2012 showing at New York Fashion Week in this figure hugging blue number by the designer in question. KK admired the show from the front row (naturally) and looked every inch the rising fashionista.

Catwalk Catchup: NYFW Victoria Beckham Spring/Summer 2012

Well I never, I think I've actually seen it all now that I've clapped eyed on the Victoria Beckham Spring Summer 2012 show at New York Fashion Week. First the lady herself steps out in flats on more than one occasion recently (doctor ordered) but now flats have been translated onto her latest catwalk. Do you think Victoria Beckham changed the footwear at the last minute so she could get away with wearing flats more often now that the doc has advised her to ditch the heels?

The rest of her show featured quite a limited range of colours, with pale colours and a few monochrome pieces hogging the catwalk. There were a few exceptions as there were a few splashes of orange colour which I absolutely loved. It makes a change from her last collection that was bright bright bright so it's nice that she's showcasing her versatility. Well done VB, not disappointed!

Catwalk Catchup: NYFW Jenny Packham Spring/Summer 2012

Another collection I was really looking forward to seeing was Jenny Packham's Spring/Summer 2012 one at New York Fashion Week. Apart from the obvious fact that Jenny Packham has designed some of the most elegant gowns I've seen in the past few years, the other reason is because one of her most famous fans is of course the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton. I don't think anyone can forget her floor-length pink dress Kate wore earlier this year - it was a different version of the one worn by Leighton Meester's character Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl. And we all know GG is always on top of the latest and greatest fashion trends and designers.

I digress…this show really didn't disappoint. The collection was versatile in the way that there was a range of cuts and colours on parade, but everything was in keeping with her classy and sophisticated style. Jenny Packham's main colours were green and white, sometimes switching to multi-coloured in the true spirit of summer. The Tinkerbell inspired dress is my favourite - I'm sure you can work out which one I'm talking about! I can definitely see this being a go-to collection for awards season at the beginning of next year. Who wouldn't want to walk a red carpet in one of these?

Nicholas Kirkwood opens London Mayfair store

Yep, you read correctly, London's Mayfair is getting its very own Nicholas Kirkwood stand-alone store and it's opening THIS Friday. Excited much? Nicholas Kirkwood told British Vogue that he is most excited about being able to do his own show, which is something he never had the chance to do before.

The store will be housed next to shoe-lovers' favourites Christian Louboutin, as well as Marc Jacobs, with Kirkwood telling Vogue that he couldn't have asked for a better spot. The store will not only feature the shoes from the latest Spring/Summer collection, but will also sell items from their collaboration with Swarovski (earrings, rings to name but a few.)

This is only the beginning for Nicholas Kirkwood, as his next move is said to be in New York, with Hong Kong and Dubai also potentially in the works.

Daphne Guinness on display at Barneys

Literally. Miss Guinness took to the window of Barneys to get dressed for her appearance at the Met Gala. Some may have thought she got lost on her way to the dressing room, but all will agree that it was a great preview of things to come at the event in terms of art, beauty and fashion.

Dream Wardrobe Piece: Alexander McQueen

In keeping with the hype over Kate Middleton's wedding dress and the Met Gala, we thought we'd look for a dream wardrobe piece from the house of McQueen. Although we don't think there is a single item we wouldn't wear with a beaming smile on our faces, this iris print chiffon silk gown has taken our fancy even more than any of the other today. Swoooooon! 

DKNY's real-life advert in New York

Aww! DKNY is bringing us a bit of PDA but we don't seem to mind this one bit. The current DKNY campaign was brought to life in New York last week. Top model Anja Rubik took to the streets, and more precisely, the taxis of Times Square with real-life fiance Sasha Knezevic to promote the original DKNY fragrance. They not only recreated their campaign poster, but put their own spin on the original adverts featuring Esther Canadas and Mark Vanderloo. 

Clearly DKNY have upped their game since the last ad campaigns; we can only wonder what they will think of next.