Alaia 2012

If you're still kicking yourself for missing the Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty retrospective, there are twelve ways to fill your fashion exhibit void this year. MTV FORA has put together a solid list of displays across the globe, and it features everything from the Azzedine Alaïa exhibit in Holland (one displayed creation pictured) to the highly-anticipated Louis Vuitton - Marc Jacobs tribute in Paris. See the roundup—which includes three events that you can catch right here in New York—after the jump.

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● For jewelry brand David Webb's FW11 campaign, Terry Richardson and Carine Roitfeld asked model Eniko Mihalik to bite, stretch, and pose with a mini Richardson doll. [Fashion Gone Rogue] ● The Christian Louboutin camp has gone to great legal lengths to stop luxury brands from creating red-soled shoes, and it's kind of working. While the verdict is still out on the highly publicized lawsuit against YSL, a judge recently ruled in Louboutin's favor. [The Cut] ● Tavi Gevinson may call herself a Style Rookie, but she's no business novice. The 15 year old wants full control of her new project so badly that she may be parting ways with Jane Pratt. [WWD]

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● In today's random news, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana are apparently throwing the Biebs a party when he stops in Italy for his world tour. [Refinery] ● In a recent interview, Carine Roitfeld revealed that she likes a little vodka in the evening. We have more in common than we realized! [Der Spiegel]

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Just because your plan for the rest of winter is to hole up with the entire Roseanne series and the local Chinese restaurant on speed-dial, doesn’t mean your wardrobe has to suffer as a result. Most of us New Yorkers are familiar with the incredible sales at Barney's, and the winter sale going on now is no exception.

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As the year winds down and we prepare to say so long to 2010, it’s time to go back and reflect on some of the greatest heels to hit the streets this year. From favorites and legends such as Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin, and Manolo Blahnik, to newly minted Designer of the Year Brian Atwood, our feet have seen some incredible shoes in 2010. As our obsession with footwear continues to grow, heels are getting higher, sharper, and sleeker, and we are more willing to wear them than ever! There’s no doubt 2011 will bring even more addictive styles and we will spend our paychecks willingly. All hail the mighty stiletto and thank you for an incredible year of smoldering, back-breaking beauty! First up, these Christian Louboutin Tahiti Flower Shoes, $1095.

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It’s holiday crunch time, ladies. If you’re still putting your wish list together, now is the time to add on a handbag—or two. At these prices he’ll be glad to buy you two or maybe three depending on how good you’ve been this year. We all know a good handbag is an investment piece. I’ve never drooled over an accessory more than a beautiful bag. They’re even more enjoyable when received as a gift. I especially love the Marc by Marc Jacobs line. They’re quality and affordable, even at retail price—like this Marc by Marc Jacobs navy textured bowling bag for $360. So I’ve scoured the interwebz for some of the best deals. You can save yourself some time and just slip the note under his pillow tonight. Hurry, we only have 24 hours left!

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Jessica Alba rocks the Black Swan look in a tiered feather-and-bow strapless Valentino dress that retails for over $2,000, gold vintage clutch, and strappy gold Christian Louboutin platforms that retail for over $1,200 at the New York premiere of Little Fockers last night. Jessica looks stunning and flawless with golden skin and a sleek bob. Her outfit is gorgeous too, but the $3,000 price tag isn’t. We can do this for way less—about $2,500 less!

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These Christian Louboutin Peplum 100 suede sandals are just in at The Outnet for $447, and several sizes are available! These are the type of shoes you see on sale but there’s only a size 5 or size 11 available, and you have to walk away defeated. Not this time! All popular sizes are currently available, but that won’t last long.

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Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past couple of weeks, you know that Prince William is finally tying the knot with his longtime girlfriend and regular gal, Kate Middleton. After dating for seven years, William finally, as Beyoncé would say, “put a ring on it.” It’s set to be the biggest wedding of the year—perhaps decade. So what would you do if you had the endless budget of a princess? I know what I would do—spend that precious royal dough and throw the wedding of my dreams. I mean, marrying a prince is nice and all, but can you imagine the kind of shopping Kate gets to do? I’m jealin’! Here’s what I would buy if I had the budget of a princess. I would start with a couture dress designed by Elie Saab, Caroline Herrera, or Vera Wang. However, I would keep the silhouette on the sleeker side and go for a long train.

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How many pairs of colorful boots do you own? I just realized I own only one pair. All of my boots are some shade of gray, brown, or black. I also realized this is because colorful boots are not readily available. There are always numerous colors of heels and pumps at any given boutique, but for some reason boots are not frequently made in color. I assume this is because boots are mostly worn in the fall and winter and designers shy away from color during these seasons. I want more colorful boots. After reading this, you may want more too! So I took the liberty of digging up some hued boots that will brighten up your outfits during this season dominated by black.

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