We attended the opening reception last night for “Impact: 50 years of the CFDA” at F.I.T. museum. Headed by Valerie Steele the museum staged a stunning presentation of  American fashion talent past and present to the delight of the Snobettes who were like kids in a candy store. Glimpses of icons like Betsey Johnson, Anna Sui, Bill Cunningham, and Norma Kamali among others, plus a more than plesant chat with the the stunning Rachel Roy made for an evening to remember. On the next page take a peek. The exhibit is on view through April 17th.

V Magazine offers up its version of an oh-so-pretty version 2012 calendar, featuring the industry’s top girls, as styled by Carine Roitfeld and photographed by Willy Vanderpere. That’s Chanel Iman as Miss November, see the rest of the girls and months on the next page. Via Fashionising.

Hermes mini bags, measuring about 6 x 3.5 inches. Available at Hermes boutiques in miniaturized versions of ”Kelly” and “Birkin,” in a variety of spring colors. Via.

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Riccardo Tisci has shown a talent for taking the utilitarian and making it fashionable. In this case it’s a laynard key chain. Shown on the men’s runway for Spring 2012, it’s now available for purchase. See a print version on the next page.

Norwegian model Iselin Steiro who has walked for the best of them, as photographed by Hedi Slimane for the cover of Russian Vogue March 2012. Via Tfs.

Much like the minimalist movement in fashion, manicures designs have followed suit with an emphasis on simple yet striking designs. The “Bit of Bling” nail shown above is brought to you courtesy of WAH Nails.

Valentine’s Day is like a national holiday for MiuMiu, somehow it just suits the brand’s sensibilities. It includes bags, earrings, bracelets and is available at various and sundry Miu Miu boutiques and the web site

Always a women after our style hearts, Carine Roitfeld flashes her Prada auto shoes from Spring 2012 at a recent event she attended in support of her son. See the top half of her outfit on the next page. Via Thecut.

Versatile and timeless, Ann Demeulemeester never misses a beat in apparel and footwear. The latest “Glove” stiletto sandals in a slick sand hue are a winner. See  them in various angles on the flip, available at Ln-cc.

As a preview of the Leah McSweeney line, Married To The Mob launches a capsule collection of flowery leggings perfect for the mild winter (we are not complaining at all) we are having in NYC. See them all on the flip, all available here.