Spotted: Melanie Fiona, Rita Ora, Cassie & More at Paper Magazine Nightlife Awards

The celebrity hotspot on Tuesday night was undoubtedly Webster hall. Stars showed up at the NYC venue for the 8th Annual Paper Magazine Nightlife Awards Presented by Hennessy V.S to hang out in VIP and sip specially made cocktails from the Limited Edition Hennessy V.S Futura bottle.

Unofficial LBS "It" girl, Rita Ora was spotted parleying Music Matters artist Melanie Fiona - whom surprised us with how well she wears blonde hair (check out our Fierce or Foolish post HERE)! Her not-so-goldie locks were expertly coiffed by celebrity hairstylist Keith Black who's having a book launch next week that LBS is attending - can't wait. We'll be sure to ask him all about the new cut.

Diddy's current love interest and Bad Boy songstress Cassie Ventura was also in the building.

As were rapper Wale and model/socialite Jessica White.

UK-bred bombshell Estelle was in the building as well.

Black leather seemed to be the theme on the floor, with red carpet divas Melanie Fiona, Rita Ora, Cassie, Estelle, and Jessica White sporting it in some way, shape or form. We're loving how chic these ladies looked in their ensembles but we're obsessed with Rita Ora's chic leather ensemble.

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Photo Credit: Kirill Bichutsky

- Gracie J

LBS Runway Report: Hervé Léger Max Azria Spring 2013

 You haven’t met a workaholic until you’ve witnessed Max Azria release two collections in one week. Pulling one reveal together is exhausting. You’ve watched Project Runway. Most designers spend months organizing the details. But one show is child’s play to Max.

Hervé Léger Max Azria consistently draws some of our fave chic celebs to the first row. And we were not disappointed with the wealth of gorgeousness and influence in the front.

There was Jessica White adorned in Cleopatra gold, Petra Nemcova, Daisy Fuentes and Louise Roe among others. 

Here’s a creation tale: Spiderman met a roman gladiator. They procreated. Wahlah! We have Hervé Léger Max Azria Spring 2013. Gracefully slender models stormed the catwalk in quilted monokinis and sexy body-conscious jumpsuits that were perfectly nipped with leather at the waist.

Intricate patterns dominated the collection, which used lots of neutrals (blacks, beiges, etc.) and blues to showcase a love for patchwork and decorative quilting. What was stranger than the appeal of these clothes was the muse.

Max Azria was inspired by the women of Gee’s Bend, Alabama, who spend their afternoons detailing quilts. He wanted to paint a “story of the sultry South through handcrafted embroidery, patchwork and applique."

I envision sweet tea and dainty ladies with gloves and sun hats when I think of the South. But I get Max’s vision. I think. If nothing else, I adored the side braid that all models rocked and the range of neutrals selected. Lovelies, here’s the takeaway: Invest in lots of beiges and leather belts.

What do you think of this collection?

- Evette Dionne

LBS Runway Report: BCBGMAXAZRIA

Photo courtesy Associated Press

Nothing is as electric as the first day of New York Fashion Week! NYFW is marked by a tantalizing energy that seems to transfer from the audience to the runway. Max Azria capitalizes on that rousing atmosphere by choosing the first day for his BCBGMAXAZRIA S/S 2013 collection.

If I had to sum the collection up in one word, it would be - delicate. Max used thin materials, such as lace and silk, to create flowing feminine silhouettes. Even the color palette had a hint of femininity etched in the details. The collection reflected a palette of soft pinks, whites, blacks and occasionally, blues. To connect with his “femme fatale” theme the beauty look was simplistic. Strong brows, highlighted cheeks and nude shadows dominated the show.

There is a subtle sexiness to this collection. I was gaga over the leather paired with lace combos and the ankle-strapped flats that each model wore.

 Onto the celeb sightings! We spotted Olympic gold medalist Sanya Richards-Ross, the uniquely gifted songstress Estelle, DJ KISS, model Selita Ebanks, Jessica White, Dania Ramirez and Daisy Fuentes soaking up the spotlight in the front row.

Another showstopper was Whitney Port of “The City” fame. 

 She attempted to steal the show in a hippie-esque skirt with a daring split that she paired with a simple black tank and leather booties. Cute, cute, cute!

Overall, I give Max Azria an A for diversity in models, celebs in the audience and an awesome collection. Bravo!

- Evette Dione

In the Red: What's Yours?

Jessica White

I'm currently on the hunt for a new red lipstick for the holiday season. Though I love my L'Oreal Infallible Beyonce...

I'm ready for a little change. The L'Oreal Infallible line is amazing for long wear, but impossible to take off! Love the way that deep red looks on Jessica White above though. You guys have any suggestions for a fab red color? I've heard rumors of Ruby Woo via MAC Cosmetics but haven't tried it yet. 

Any faves? Soundoff below!

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Fierce or Foolish: Jessica White

 So Jessica White, supermodel, former Terrell Owens playgirl and recent music video co-star to Trey Songz (for "Neighbors Know My Name") was photographed courtside at a Knicks game last night. The girl's pretty and all, but I don't know about this getup honey...

 Police hat, military jacket AND over the knee boots?! Too much for me but you guys decide:

Fierce or Foolish?

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