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Alicia Keys Debuts Her Inspirational Jewelry Collection Sara Jaye Weiss/Startraks Ask new jewelry designer Alicia Keys to choose a favorite piece from her collection of handcrafted necklaces co-created with The Barber’s Daughters designer Gisele Theriault, and you’ll find she’s hard pressed to do so. “They’re all so beautiful,” the Grammy award-winning R&B singer told PEOPLE during a preview of the line on Tuesday. “I definitely love the one we chose [to benefit Keep A Child Alive, for] the Black Ball. It says, ‘The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others,’ which is a Gandhi quote — which I love.” Items from the Fall 2010 line range in price between $85 to $2,500, but each is inscribed with inspirational sayings which Keys and Theriault collaborated on choosing. “We both love words,” Keys explains. “She’s a great writer and I love to write.” In fact, it wasn’t even until Keys met Theriault through her bandmates that Alicia got the idea to design. “In regards to her jewelry, how it can spread such an uplifting message — I love the fact that that’s the focus of the pieces. Of course they’re beautiful aesthetically, but the purpose is more how the words influence us.” Now that she has a taste of design, would she ever branch into apparel line or even fragrance? “Sure, the world is endless and possible — as long as it resonates with that message,” Alicia emphasizes. Check out more from The Barber’s Daughters here. –Reporting by Katherine Kluznik Rentmeester

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20% OFF AT KATESPADE.COM The stylish label adds pops of color and pretty bows to its classic accessories and new ready-to-wear line. Prices range from $42 for earrings to $795 for a coat. Discount: 20% off full-price items at katespade.com by entering "PEOPLE20" at checkout. Expiration: Aug. 20. Buy It! "Guest" suede-and-ribbon platform, with discount...more Milestone after milestone. Jay-Z is celebrating another high point in his career: a decade in the fashion game. Besides big parties, Hov has new apparel and a commercial to trumpet his business landmark. "It's a 10-year anniversary for Rocawear this year," said Hov, sitting in a throne-like seat in Brooklyn, New York. He was taking a break from filming with fellow Brooklynite Spike Lee. "We're shooting the commercial. The commercial is about Rocawear, what we meant to the culture. The aspiration to maintain and be around for 10 years." Jay explained the ad's fantasy concept. "So this guy, he's in advertisement, and he's in Rocawear, and he goes through the day as if he's Jay-Z," Hov said of the concept. "He looks out the window, in his mind — because he's aspiring to make his own Rocawear — there's a group of people outside and they're waving to him. As he walks away, realty sets in. Someone looks out the window, and no one's out there. He gets on the elevator, and he's thinking people are asking him for autographs; no one's there. He's on his way to building his empire, but he has Rocawear on, and that's a start. So he feels as if he's successful already." After shooting in the clock tower, Jay and Spike hit the street, where surprised fans broke out camera phones to capture the moment. "Spike Lee is one of the most important directors of our time," Jigga said of the Oscar-nominated filmmaker. "He gave us a voice and perspective in 'Do the Right Thing' that touched on racial relations in Brooklyn and all these movies we grew up on that were so important to our growth. To work with him on a commercial, I think we stole one. That's how I feel. We're more than honored. That's Spike Lee." And you, sir, are Jay-Z — a decade later and still standing in fashion. "[I'm] really excited," he said. "It started in rap. They said ra

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Does mess with her! Kristen Stewart takes a fashion risk with a spiked skirt at Teen Choice Awards BY Amy Eisinger DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER Monday, August 10th 2009, 2:07 PM Merritt/Getty Kristen Stewart raised eyebrows in a black mini skirt studded with spiky metal pieces. Look sharp! Kristen Stewart stunned fans at the Teen Choice Awards Sunday night when she showed up wearing a black mini skirt studded with spiky metal pieces. Looking more like a vampire slayer than vampire lover, the "Twilight" starlet donned the "Roma" dress by Rock & Republic, which features hundreds of metal spikes and plunging black V-neckline. The actress, who looked bored and unimpressed as usual on the red carpet, also sported a black pair of peep toe ankle boots by Jerome C. Rousseau. Stewart, 19, went on to win several awards that evening, including "Choice Movie Actress Drama" and "Choice Movie Liplock," a prize she shared with her "Twilight" co-star, hottie Robert Pattinson. Stewart and Pattinson, who have long remained vague about rumors of their relationship status, are scheduled to begin filming the third "Twilight" movie, "Eclipse," later this month in Vancouver.

Ashlee, Halle and More Help Gap Launch Premium Denim Under $60! John Shearer/Getty Looking for jeans with a $200 fit without the price tag? Look no further than Gap’s latest denim line — the 1969 Premium Jeans Collection. From Halle Berry and Molly Sims to Ashlee Simpson and Emma Roberts, fashion forward celebs jammed to tunes spun by Joel Madden Thursday night, while perusing the new wallet-friendly collection at the 1969 Jeans Shop, a temporary pop-up shop on trendy Robertson Blvd in West Hollywood. And the ladies couldn’t stop raving about the line, which features 14 different styles for men and women in the softest denim and most stylish washes, all for under $60. “Gap is always good at the classic jeans — they fit [well] and they’re easy to wear,” Simpson told PEOPLE. And she wasn’t the only enthusiast. The favorite pick of the evening? The “Always Skinny” jean, rocked by Berry, Cobb, Roberts, and Entourage’s Constance Zimmer. “I just picked up four, five new pairs,” confessed Roberts. Gap creative director Patrick Robinson is to thank for the new recessionista obsession: Robinson spent a year and a half fine-tuning the line, from shopping around for fabrics, and teaching factories how to make those perfect hand-made finishes, to working with several body types to master that perfect fit. “For me, honestly, these are the best fitting jeans in the world. We’ll go up against any brand of any jean, and these fit better,” says Robinson. “We want[ed] jeans that, for women, make you have the best butt in the world. You want to be able to wear these on a date, you want to be able to wear them out on those nice steak dinners.” And we will – It’s hard to say no to booty- and wallet-friendly jeans! The Gap 1969 Jeans Collection is available in Gap stores and online at gap.com starting August 13. – By Shruti Dhalwala

Paris Hilton has been MIA for the past few weeks. Thankfully, she made a triumphant return to the party circuit in a stunning sequined mini, Yves St. Laurent pumps, and super cute headband.

Brüno vs. Hollywood: Fashion Faceoff Is it stealing or homage? Check out the fashion faceoffs between Sacha Baron Cohen's outrageous character and Tinseltown's A-list (Christina! Brad! Heidi!).

Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie continues her parade of bold style choices, showing off her toned legs in a patterned jumper while leaving a studio in Los Angeles on Thursday.

A King Of Oneself, Rapper TI Launches Akoo Clothing Line article written by: Rodrick Rainey Debuting earlier in 2008 at the MAGIC Fashion Convention, AKOO Clothing by rapper Clifford Harris aka TI gained much buzz in street wear culture. Facing court issues currently himself, the rapper's media attention leave his face and clothing line logo on television screens across America daily. Finding time to live his life recently, TI took the time to launch his new streetwear line AKOO in New York City. Booking the Taj Lounge in New York City, rapper TI held an official launch party for AKOO clothing with distributor RP55. Releasing in stores across the world on November 15th, the party debuted winter wear coats, jeans, jackets, and other fashions from the AKOO clothing line. "The event was a blast. TI was a really cool guy and his clothing line is definitely high quality. AKOO will stand above major Hip Hop clothing lines because of the fitted style and unique designs," said one consumer. AKOO clothing is rumored to soon be available on-line at Hip Hop clothing stores such as DrJays.com and KarmaLoop.com. With many holiday shoppers looking to purchase pieces from the Hip Hop clothing brand before the end of November, Sojones.com urban fashion site will keep updates on where to purchase AKOO. AKOO is an acronym for A King Of Oneself, which TI relates to a take control attitude that leads to one′s successful future.

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Fashion hellraiser Mr. Blackwell has released his 48th annual list of “Ten Titans of Taste-Free Terrors.” And Victoria Beckham has been crowned this year’s court jester. Blackwell calls the Spice Girl out for her “skinny-mini monstrosities.” Mr. Blackwell’s Complete List Of Worst Dressed Celebs include: Amy Winehouse-“Part 50’s car-hop horror” Mary-Kate Olsen-“She resembles a tattered toothpick-trapped in a hurricane.” Fergie Kelly Clarkson Eva Green Avril Lavigne Jessica Simpson Lindsay Lohan Alison Arngrim “Let it be said, however, that my criticisms are based purely on their fashion flaws — I’m sure they’re all wonderful people beneath the deluge of dreck they drape themselves in.” Mr. Blackwell Best Dressed List is comprised of: Reese Witherspoon, Jemima Khan, Beyonce, Angelina Jolie, Helen Mirren, Nicole Kidman, Katie Holmes, Kate Middleton, Katherine Heigl and Cate Blanchett. Britney Spears is noticable missing from this year’s list: Mr. Blackwell explains: “I felt that it was inappropriate at this time to make comment, when her personal life is in such upheaval. I hope 2008 is a better year for her.”