We dragged ourselves out of bed on this frigid, windy morning in New York City to catch the Fall/Winter 2011 presentation of designer Rachel Roy, who presented her collection at Lincoln Center's Library for the Performing Arts. Roy and stylist Tiina Laakonen put together 26 looks that 'exuded confidence, an eclectic mix of playful layering, multimedia and rich texture.'

The collection offered a bevy of choices especially for the multicultural mixer and matcher (Peruvian tweed/kimono jackets). From outerwear (rust boiled wool coat), to eveningwear (conifer glass embroidered gown), Roy offered something divine for every occasion and lifestyle. The California native also presented 8 looks for fall in continuation of her Trench Capsule Collection that were constructed out of denim.

No one on the New York fashion scene evokes young and feminine romance quite like designer Tracy Reese, whose Fall/Winter 2011 collection sprung to life on the catwalk in 'deep hues, sculptural shapes and engaging textural combinations.' The collection was a hodgepodge of everything Reese does best: seventies silhouettes, flapper frocks, graphic and floral print dresses. There was a hemline at every length, making the collection a must-have for coeds to corporate sophisticates.

Grammy-winning star Whitney Houston shined on stage while performing at the Pre-Grammy Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring David Geffen at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

Brazilian-born designer A.Z Araujo has been making waves on the New York fashion scene since he launched his colorful and intricately-crafted swimwear line in February 2010 at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York. But, no city showcases beachwear essentials quite like South Beach Miami, Florida, where Araujo recently showcased his spring/summer 2011 collection at the famed Nikki Beach Club during Mercedes-Benz Miami Fashion Week Swim.

Araujo's feminine silhouettes and sultry cuts caught the attention of Bravo's 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' (RHOA), who made a special trip to Miami for some sun and catwalk fun on episode 15 that aired this week. Newbie 'Housewives' star Cynthia Bailey strut her stuff down the runway at Araujo's show to the applause and cheers of Nene Leakes, Lawrence Washington, Sheree Whitfield, Kandi Burruss, Phaedra Parks and Kim Zolciak. "I asked Cynthia to walk in my show because she has such a strong editorial presence. She is a beautiful Black woman with such an angelic face," says Araujo, whose designs appeal to the jet-setting woman. "I love the fact that she represents a real woman's size and she looks great in anything you put her in!"

It was a big night for the cast members of 'Glee,' at the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, who won 'Best TV Series, Comedy or Musical.'

'Glee' cast member, Amber Riley, 24, who plays Mercedes Jones, walked the red carpet donning a gleaming gown by Los Angeles-based couturier Oliver Tolentino. The Philippine-born designer has been creating wedding dresses and red carpet gowns for stars like Kimora Lee Simmons, Niecy Nash and actress Sophia Bush for the past 18-years.

"I was approached just days before the Globes to work with Amber because she was still looking for the perfect dress. She liked many of my designs and we settled on one that would make a real statement on the red carpet," says Tolentino, who presented his spring/summer 2011 at the Third Annual Islands of the World Fashion Week held in the Bahamas.

If you didn't ring in the New Year donning the perfect festive frock, don't fret! With Valentine's Day just a month away, the party dress season is far from over! Shimmering embellishments and bold eye catching hues make the ideal foundation when looking for your glam garb. Actress Kerry Washington was snapped out this week at the New York Film Critics Circle Awards wearing a blue and white sequin mini-dress by designer Alberto Makali ($330, albertomakali.com). Sparkle like a star in your own sexy hip-hugging sequin mini.

STYLE TIPS
Sequin can be worn day or night. During the day, opt for a sequin tunic or vest-type tops that you can pair with leggings, a cardigan or boyfriend blazer. You want to shimmer subtly during business hours, so little to no jewelry is recommended.

Check out BV's top party-perfect picks of the week.

It's a new year, so that means a new season of fashions descending upon a store near you. If you're as anxious as we are to spring past the dreary remaining months of winter, then check out these three trends from the coming season that you can easy transition into your wardrobe now.

TREND: Prints
Pile on the patterns this season and brighten up your look for 2011. From Asian to tribal prints, the catwalks were dominated with an ethnic celebration of color, texture and volume.

For most fashion-forward celebrities it seems like having a successful career means launching a clothing line at some point. Our favorite Bronx beauty, Jennifer Lopez, added designer to her long list of titles in 2001 when she launched J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez, followed by Sweetface in 2003 and JustSweet in 2007.

All three lines experienced short lived success and were eventually put on hiatus, but we guess the forth time's the charm, as JLo has a lifestyle brand in the works with hubby Marc Anthony. The powerful pair announced yesterday at a press conference in West Hollywood, California that they have entered into a $3 billion partnership with Kohl's.

It was all about the baubles and the bling for reality TV media maven, Kim Kardashian, who showcased her newly, launched jewelry collection for bebe at their flagship store in Soho, New York earlier this week. "I really loved working with my sisters [Khloe and Kourtney] to create all of our bebe collections, but it was also really amazing to branch out and design this jewelry line on my own," says the 30 year-old 'Keeping Up with the Kardashian's' star.

Kardashian collaborated with famed Lebanese jeweler Pascal Mouawad on the line that consists of bold statement making necklaces, earrings, cuffs, bracelets and rings that can be worn day or night. "I travel the world and always rip out [sheets] to find beauty and jewelry inspirations," shares Kardashian. "I used a lot of geometric shapes, metals and Lucite [in the collection]."

Girls just want to have fun, and for the past 50 years Sanrio has been helping us do just that by creating cute and iconic characters from Hello Kitty® to Keroppi® . We snapped one of Hollywood's hardest working moms, Kimora Lee Simmons, letting her hair down and showing off her playful side at the Sanrio 50th Anniversary celebration donning a Hello Kitty x Chubby Bunny Red Bow Headband ($30, sanrio.com).

In 2005, Simmons Jewelry Co. and Sanrio launched a licensing partnership called the Kimora Lee Simmons for Hello Kitty® Fine Jewelry Collection. The collection targets, "women who grew up with Hello Kitty® and still harbor an emotional connection to the character," and includes a fan base of Tyra Banks, Rihanna, Miley Cyrus, Dakota Fanning and Hilary Duff.