Nicole Richie's designs on a star brand

Booth Moore, Los Angeles Times's fashion critic chatted with Nicole Richie about her lines and her new projects.
You can read the article here.

Nicole Richie in her home office surrounded by personal and vintage pieces, including a tribal headdress given to her by Joel. She wears Balenciaga pants and a Winter Kate Black magic blouse.

Shopbop's interview with Nicole Richie

Shopbop talked with Nicole Richie about the inspiration behind her fall collections, as well as the evolution of her labels.
You can read the interview here.
Also, you can check the new House of Harlow 1960 handbags here.
The "Rey" bag in bordeaux is gorgeous!

Nicole Richie: Secret snacks

The Food Life chatted to Nicole Richie about her favourite snacks and restaurants.
You can read the article here.


What's inside Nicole's purse

First photo from Nicole's wedding

People magazine released the first photo from Nicole Richie's wedding.
Ever since she was a little girl, there were two things Nicole Richie wanted on the day she married: a show-stopper dress inspired by Grace Kelly's iconic wedding gown, and a real live elephant for good luck.
Both her wishes came true as she married Good Charlotte rocker Joel Madden at her father Lionel Richie's home on Dec. 11.
Nicole wore three Marchesa dresses, including one featuring a ball-gown skirt crafted from more than 100 yards of hand-draped silk organza and tulle petals.
For more on Nicole's wedding, including exclusive photos, pick up the new issue of People, on newsstands Friday.

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Five things you need to know about Nicole's wedding

• The elephant-at-the-wedding rumors are true: When E! News cameras caught a glimpse of a giant elephant stomping its way towards Lionel Richie's estate, we weren't sure what to make of it. While we doubt Nicole rode the big guy in the ceremony, a source tells E! News that Nicole really likes elephants and Lionel wanted to make sure he had one ready for her big day. "Nicole has always been obsessed with elephants. Lionel wanted to surprise her," the source said. We're betting he did.


• Nicole is the ultimate daddy's girl: Not only did the fashion-forward socialite walk down the aisle to her father's 1986 hit song "Ballerina Girl" (which he famously wrote for her back in the day), but the famed music superstar sang the hit "You Are" to the newlyweds at the reception.


• The couple's wedding was an ultra-classy affair: Nicole's hubby let go of the whole rocker vibe for the couple's wedding day events, opting for nuptials that were "super fancy, not rock n roll at all," according to a source. People reported that the couple wanted "an Old Hollywood, glamorous feel to their wedding," and kept the event relatively small with only about 130 people in attendance.

• The wedding party and guest list were totally star studded: While Run-DMC's Rev Run officiated the ceremony, Samantha Ronson reportedly was a bridesmaid, Joel's twin and Good Charlotte bandmate Benji Madden served as the best man and the couple's daughter Harlow was the flower girl. As for the big names in attendance, Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale, Kris Jenner, Khloé Kardashian Odom, Rachel Zoe, Ellen Pompeo and Pete Wentz watched the couple say "I do." Prior to the wedding, Khloé tweeted "I love weddings!!!!!"

• There was nothing ordinary about Nicole's dress: Ever the style maven, Nicole reportedly shied away from a typical princess gown and opted for bridal duds that were reminiscent of her own funky chic aethestic instead. "She wore a turtleneck lace dress, '80s style" a source told E! News. Reportedly, that gown was a custom-made Marchesa gown that was designed for her in New York.

TMZ obtained the menu from the big affair

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Nicole and Joel are married

Nicole Richie and Joel Madden tied the knot last night, Saturday 11, at Lionel Richie’s Beverly Hills mansion.
Nicole has chosen a Marchesa gown with a price tag of $20,000. The dress is said to be a white, custom-made piece. I'm so excited to see the wedding dress!
Neil Lane, who crafted Miss Richie's engagement ring, designed the coupe's rings too, said a source.
The guest list included some of Nicole’s best friends like Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale, Kris Jenner and Samantha Ronson.
The couple’s two children, Harlow and Sparrow, were flower girl and page boy at the ceremony. Joel’s twin brother, Benji Madden, was the best man.
"They wanted an Old Hollywood, glamorous feel to their wedding. Nicole wanted a memorable, elegant affair for only their closest friends and family on their special day," said another source.
Apart from friends and family, the wedding ceremony of Nicole and Joel witnessed an unusual guest-an elephant.
Nicole's wedding photos will hit either OK! or People magazine.
The newlyweds have said that they will donate any money earned from a magazine deal to charity.

Nicole Richie juggles family, fashion and new novel

Nicole Richie chatted to USA Today about her new novel, fashion, Twitter and her literary role models. Here's the interview:
Q: Your new novel Priceless follows your best seller The Truth About Diamonds.But it's not a sequel, right?
A: No, it's not. I like to close one chapter and start fresh.

Q: What's your writing routine? Early in the morning? Late at night?
A: I wake up at 5:45 and the rest of the family gets up at 7, so I have an hour in the morning. And then I have time after 7 at night to write and calm down.

Q: Do you work with anyone?
A: No, I write all my own stories.

Q: What are you reading right now?
A: I wish I were reading something. Everyone tells me about a few books I should read, but I'm rereading Tuesdays with Morrie right now. It's one of my favorites, and it's comforting to read something I've already read.

Q: Who are your literary role models? Jackie Collins? Danielle Steel?
A: Danielle Steel has been a huge mentor of mine. I look up to her. I'm lucky just to have five minutes with her. She told me not to write a sequel. She told me writing takes time and I might not be in the same place in a few years.

Q: What's next? Another novel?
A: I'm waiting to be done with my book tour first and then I can get into another creative chapter.

Q: You're a Virgo. Is that how you can have so many balls in the air at once?
A: I'm very organized. I love a good list. It's the nerd side of me. I like to be busy.

Q: Still a big Twitterer?
A: I am! It's a great way to connect with those who support my dreams and to tell them what's going on.

Q: Speaking of that, is there a sitcom in production? Will Diamonds be a TV series?
A: Not right now.

Q: Tell us about your Chuck episode which airs Oct. 4. You're back from last year! Still fighting?
A: We just wrapped that up. They had to up the ante this time around after last year's fight scene. It's longer and more intense this time. I even hurt my shoulder. It was an amazing experience.

Q: You have two fashion lines. Anything else coming down the pike?
A: We're expanding into eyewear and handbags in the spring of 2011.

Q: So, the world wants to know when you and your fiance, singer Joel Madden, are going to get married.
A: They'll just have to wait and find out.

Q: How are the kids, daughter Harlow and son Sparrow?
A: They're great. Wonderful.

Q: You've admitted you were given too much as a young child. Are you trying not to repeat that with your own children?
A: My parents were great and they gave me their heart and soul. I have to look up to them and hope to do the same, to be the best of me.

Q: Have you been in contact with your old pal and colleague, Paris Hilton?
A: I don't speak about her.

Nicole at a photoshoot for Priceless

Here is a video of Nicole at a photoshoot for her second novel, "Priceless", which will hit bookshelves on September 28.
The main character in the book is Charlotte, a talented singer, who leaves her town to pursue her dream.
It's about love, family, finding your talent, pursuing your dream, Nicole said.

Nicole's new book

Nicole Richie announced on her website that her new book, "Priceless", will be out this all on September 28.
"This book has been a project that I’ve put my heart and soul into and I’m happy that I get to share it with you here first.
Hope you enjoy it.", Nicole wrote.


Nicole's first novel, "The Truth about diamonds", was published back in November 2005.

Nicole comes to Sydney

Hollywood style-setter Nicole Richie will visit Sydney next month to officially open MidCity, the first part of the CBD's Pitt Street retail refurbishment project.

Nicole, who is the face of the retail centre, will touch down on June 17 for a whirlwind three-day trip, which will involve a ribbon-cutting ceremony club event.

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Nicole Richie collaborates with Cecil McBee

Nicole Richie has collaborated with Cecil McBee, a Japanese fashion designer based in Tokyo, to create an exclusive range of House of Harlow 1960 rings and necklaces.
The pieces feature a starburst design, the House of Harlow 1960 logo and are available in three colors here

House of Harlow 1960 for Cecil McBee necklaces



House of Harlow 1960 for Cecil McBee rings

Nicole to be on Ellen DeGeneres show on Tuesday

Nicole Richie will be a guest on Ellen DeGeneres show on Tuesday, March 9.
Ellen wants to get all the details from Nicole about her cloting line, Winter Kate, and her engagement to Joel, especially where the bachelorette party is.
Nicole's latest appearance on Ellen's show was in 2008.

Nicole will be at Neiman Marcus in Dallas

Today, March 4, from 6:30 pm Nicole Richie will be at the Neiman Marcus Northpark in Dallas, Texas to unveil the Winter Kate Spring 2010 collection as well as her newly released "Fashion Rules" puzzle.

Exclusive interview with Nicole

My-wardrobe.com chatted to Nicole Richie about her personal style, her favourite Winter Kate pieces and how to wear them and the upcoming fall 2010 collection.
The designer wore the beautiful "Opy" silk jacket in purple, available here for €268,80.

Q&A with Nicole Richie

Here is a very long interview that was featured on WWD.
NEW YORK — It’s about 8:30 p.m. on a brisk, Saturday evening in New York, and Nicole Richie is ready to party. Not the type of partying she did in the old days — which drew plenty of tabloid headlines — but the grown-up kind that comes with being the face of a bourgeoning fashion business.
Tonight Richie is the guest of honor at a small gathering hosted by Rick and Brian Cytrynbaum, co-founders of Modern Vintage and Majestic Mills and her fashion collaborators. They’re feting the spring ’10 launches of Richie’s House of Harlow footwear collection and Winter Kate apparel line.
Dressed in black platform House of Harlow booties, dark leggings and a long, silk Winter Kate cardigan with a colorful peacock-feather print, Richie strolls through the penthouse of the Cooper Square Hotel, taking in the 360-degree views of Manhattan and mingling with new fiancé Joel Madden, retailers and a cast of business associates.
The party marks the half-way point in a public-appearance blitz designed to promote Richie’s entry into the fashion world. It began last year with the launch of House of Harlow jewelry, and for spring ’10 has widened to include shoes and sunglasses, and apparel under the Winter Kate nameplate.
For the past two weeks, the former reality TV star and mother of two has been very visible in New York, where she appeared on “Late Show with David Letterman,” and has made international stops at department stores in Canada, Paris and London.
But before hitting the road last month, Footwear News visited the rising designer in Los Angeles, where things were a bit more quiet. At her studio in a tree-lined residential neighborhood near Beverly Hills, Richie is relaxed in jeans, a flowing Winter Kate sweater, chunky House of Harlow bangles and sky-high booties. She openly discussed her vision for the footwear collection and talked about plans for building the House of Harlow and Winter Kate lines — both named for her 2-year-old daughter, Harlow Winter Kate Madden — into a global lifestyle offering driven by her bohemian-chic style.
“I would like for it to be the best version of itself,” Richie said at the studio, where she pores over magazine clippings, colorful fabrics and art books to find design direction. “This is the first time people are going to see my clothes, footwear and sunglasses, [and] I’d really love [for it] to be the biggest and best it can be.”
While Richie isn’t making any bold predictions going into her footwear and clothing launch season, Rick Cytrynbaum, who, along with brother Brian, is producing those collections, is confident he’s got a winner.
“The success has been so tremendous,” he said, noting that the footwear line — priced between $150 for flats and $395 for boots — is launching in 23 countries, including the U.S., Japan, Russia, France, the U.K., Australia and Canada. “We’re also in talks with retailers in the Middle East and all over the world to grow the brands and are focusing on each market independently.”
House of Harlow, Cytrynbaum said, also will expand the sunglasses offering and launch handbags, and a higher-end footwear collection is set to debut under the Winter Kate label. Branded retail wouldn’t be far behind, he added, with a potential U.S. store opening in 2011.
“This will definitely be a lifestyle brand, [but] we need to get it right before we can move on to the next category,” he said, predicting that the footwear component could bring in several million dollars in sales in its first year. “We’re not going to rush it because it’s important that everything matches Nicole’s vision. There has to be that authenticity, that integrity"
Retailers agreed that Richie’s stamp on the line brings credibility in a saturated celebrity market.
“People have a huge obsession with her and what she wears,” said Jon Singer, owner of Great Neck, N.Y.-based store and e-tailer Singer 22. He said he’s picked up about 90 percent of the line and already carries the jewelry. “We have been pre-selling a ton, [and] I know it’s going to blow out. We’re not going to have enough, and that’s not a bad problem,” he said.
Here, in an exclusive interview with Footwear News, Richie talks about her goals for steadily growing a global lifestyle brand, moving beyond her tabloid past and the stamp Hollywood has left on her design sensibility.
FN: When did you start to seriously think about launching your own fashion label?
NR: There wasn’t a day when I just woke and said, “I’m ready to do this.” [When I was] 16, I’d tape every single look I liked from magazines on my wall, and when I got older, instead of throwing all those tear sheets away, I just put them in a folder. There was something about them that I loved, and I knew in the back of my mind that this was something I wanted to do when I grew up. ... I started out with the jewelry and really wanted to take it slow. Something like this is a huge undertaking, and it really takes up all your time. I wanted to make sure I had the time and energy [I needed]. I didn’t want to be another celebrity to put their name on something and not [truly] be part of it. I’m passionate about design and really wanted to make it my own.
FN: You were known as a tabloid and reality star. Has it been a challenge trying to build fashion credibility?
NR: I’m on the inside of it all, so it’s not something I can give a straight answer on. “The Simple Life” started when I was 19 [and my] self-image has changed so much in the [10 years] since then. [Building credibility in fashion] has been pretty organic in the sense that I’m finding out who I am as a woman and what I like and don’t like. I was like a lot of other 19-, 20- and 21-year-olds graduating from high school, going to college and figuring out who they are. I just did it in front of a larger circle. Just because people watched me grow up doesn’t mean that it was anything more significant.
FN: How did the partnership with Modern Vintage and Majestic Mills come about?
NR: I had met with people [about creating a line] before, [and] those other meetings just didn’t hit me the way the one with Rick and Brian did. My manager introduced us, [and] it was such a perfect fit. They knew what they were talking about and would allow me to be me and to express myself. They are also very opposite, [and that’s what sealed it]. ... I would talk to both of them in two completely different ways, and one of them was going to get it. I could say something, and if Brian didn’t get it, Rick got it. If Rick didn’t get it, Brian got it, and I was like, “OK, I’m dealing with the right people.”
FN: What’s the working relationship like?
NR: I work with Brian on clothing, and he knows every single piece of fabric, every stitch on any item ever seen. He knows where it’s from, where it’s manufactured, how they got that material — he knows everything. You learn so much just from being around Brian. Working with Rick on the shoes and accessories is much more like, “So, what’s your vibe? Got it, got it, got it.” He always totally understands what I’m talking about.
FN: You’re pretty involved with the design of the collection, from apparel to shoes. What is your approach?
NR: By the time I met with Brian and Rick, I had books and books of different looks and styles and pieces that I loved and was inspired by. ... I’ll bring in different materials or shoes that I’ve liked and will break down what I like about the style and comfort and what doesn’t work for me. For our first meeting, I had [Brian and Rick] come to my house because I thought, “What better way to know who I am?” I dedicated my living room to my favorite pieces. I pulled out shoes, clothes and scarves, which I hung on my lamps. I played the music I like — classic rock from the 1960s and ’70s, good old soul music and Billie Holiday. I really wanted them to step into a world of what I felt represented me the most.
FN: Is there anything that has been particularly difficult as you’ve been breaking into the fashion industry?
NR: I can’t give you any war stories. Everyone I’ve come in contact with [in fashion] has been extremely nice, and I’m grateful for that. My biggest hope is just that people like my stuff and what I’m saying [with the lines]. I’m saying, “This is who I am.” If people don’t like it, I’m really screwed.
FN: Have you taken any notes as you’ve watched some of the other celebrity lines succeed and, in some cases, fail?
NR: It would be so unfair of me to compare one line to another because the fashion world is really cutthroat. Someone could have put [her] whole entire soul into it, and it just didn’t work out. That happens. I respect the work other [celebrities] have done, and it’s really not fair of me to guess what works for one person and not for another. I have no idea what it’s like to be in their position, [or] what part they play in the development and design. For me, it was very important to be extremely involved in every aspect. I wanted to give 100 percent to this.
FN: Are there any pitfalls that you want to avoid?
NR: The one thing I’m absolutely not comfortable doing is just putting my name on something I wouldn’t wear myself. I would never [do that] with a piece of jewelry, shoe or anything else just because [I think it] will sell. I’m one to go with my heart and my gut. I go with what my soul is telling me, and it’s either going to work or it’s not. I have a very clear idea [of what I want this line to represent], but it’s early, and I’m just going to have to wait and see.
FN: What is appealing about designing footwear?
NR: Shoes have really become the accessory that women pay attention to. When you’re putting together a footwear collection, [you know] that shoes can make or break an outfit or totally change a look.
FN: The shoe collection ranges from moccasins to sky-high heels. What was your approach to blending comfort and fashion?
NR: Comfort is extremely important to me, but that doesn’t mean you need to wear flats all the time. I wanted a really great pump that wasn’t impossible to wear [and] was extremely inspired by Christian Louboutin and the [platform toe he incorporates] to make his shoes so comfortable. [If you get it right], you can have a super, super high heel that is actually very comfortable.
FN: Could House of Harlow stores be part of the brand in the long term?
NR: I would really love that because, when I brought Rick and Brian to my house, it was fun to create a nice little world. It would be great to do that [on the retail level]. It’s not something that is going to happen [before 2011], and I don’t know where I would do it initially. Maybe Los Angeles, maybe not.
FN: What is the strategy for spinning out into other categories?
NR: The big picture is to do the whole lifestyle offering. We’ll do handbags. I really want to do everything. I’d love to make chandeliers and do home furnishings. I’m really into that. But at the same time, I’m not just going to take the fast track. I’m a control freak and need to know every single inch of everything that’s going on.
FN: Do you have a dream client?
NR: [I come from that celebrity world], so I don’t really think about it that way. I just want to make this line accessible for the everyday woman. I like to be able to wear jeans and a T-shirt and dress for comfort, but I like to look good at the same time. I don’t think anyone can honestly tell you they don’t care what they look like. It just depends on whether you want it to be easy or difficult. I want it to be easy, so that’s my main goal [with the collections].
FN: Beyond House of Harlow, what are your favorite footwear brands and looks?
NR: Right off the bat, Christian Louboutin. I have more pairs of his shoes than anyone else. I also really love Balenciaga and have a bunch of YSL sandals. ... I [have no idea] how many pairs I have, [though], because my feet haven’t grown in 10 years, and I never throw shoes away. You never know if they’re going to come back. I’m not someone who’s going to buy a neutral pair of shoes. I really like them to make a statement because I’m such a jeans-and-T-shirt person.
FN: You’ve been surrounded by Hollywood most of your life. Is there any one person who has left a big mark on your design sense?
NR: I was born in 1981, so when I was approaching becoming a teenager, there was the whole Kate Moss thing. I know it’s such an obvious thing to say, but it’s true. My mom, too, [has been a big influence]. Half of my line of skirts comes from things she wore. She is such a woman of fashion, and I always [looked] up to her. I remember sitting in her bathtub when she would be getting ready for the Grammy Awards, or whatever event she was going to. I would watch her get dressed and think her fashion sense was so cool. That’s what has made the biggest imprint — looking up to her and just wanting to be pretty, wear makeup and get dressed up.
FN: What is the ultimate goal for the collection?
NR: I need to just get a feel [for the response] before I make a definite goal [in terms of size and distribution]. I don’t want to say, “It needs to be this big in so many years.” I try not to set myself up for that kind of disappointment.
Nicole in her design studios

Nicole On...
Her fashion icon:
“I know it’s obvious, but Karl Lagerfeld. He’s an extremely smart businessman, so nice and really knows what he’s talking about. He’s someone to look up to 100 percent. ... [He] can say something that’s so genius regarding fashion but that also has a really funny, sarcastic undertone. ... Just being in the room with him is an honor.”
Picking out shoes for her little ones:
“Kids are so easy because everything’s comfortable. Sparrow, [5 months], has the cutest little baby booties, [and 2-year-old Harlow] likes ballet flats. I’ve gotten her a few tennis shoes, but I mostly let her pick her own stuff so she can express herself. ... She’s definitely a girlie girl.”
Finding inspiration:
“I travel so much, and it’s more just from being out there that I really find most of my ideas.”
Fiancé Joel Madden’s favorite brands:
“[Men’s fashion] is such a different world and something I know nothing about. If I said ‘Vans,’ he’d probably be like, ‘No, no. It’s Nike.’ So, it’s better not to even to go there.”
Hosting a fashion-related reality show:
“Heidi [Klum] has got a great thing going on, and she’s clearly on top in that world.
I really don’t see where another show could fill that space.”
Her favorite shops:
“Decades, Resurrection and Satine [in Los Angeles] are great, but I really like shopping all over [the world].”
Embracing past fashion faux pas:
“I love to look at old pictures, make fun of myself and say, ‘How embarrassing was this? How embarrassing was that?’ It’s fun and part of looking back at who you were.”
Nicole Richie photographed in her design studios in Los Angeles

Nicole Richie looked to a vintage robe featuring the brilliant blues and greens of peacock feathers for the spring jewelry.

Jack the Ripper played a part in the creation of the Pearl heel, which took cues from Victorian fashion in the 2001 film "From Hell."

Native American clothing led to moccasins with bright weaving and suede mukluks with elaborate beading. "[The artisans] really went for it, like putting red against a bright blue or orange with green," said Richie.

Native American clothing led to moccasins with bright weaving and suede mukluks with elaborate beading.

A spring ’10 shoe from House of Harlow

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Nicole Richie on Letterman

On Monday, February 15, Nicole Richie was at the Ed Sullivan Theatre in New York for the "Late Show with David Letterman.
Here is the full lenght interview:

Winter Kate and HOH launch in Paris

On February 24, Nicole Richie will be in Paris, France at Galeries Lafayette Haussman from 6pm to 7pm, on the 2nd floor, then from 7pm to 8pm she will head over to Le 66 on the Champs Elysées, to launch her Winter Kate ready-to-wear collection and her House of Harlow 1960 footwear line.

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Nicole Richie in Montreal (interview+video+a few tagged pics)

Nicole Richie and Gazette style editor Eva Friede sat down to talk about Nicole’s new Winter Kate line of clothing last week. This is an edited transcript of their conversation from Montreal Gazette.
Q. There’s a growing cult of Nicole, with people just mad about your style. What do you attribute that to?
“That’s a very nice compliment. Thank you. I really am one to dress for comfort. The big challenge I find is that there’s not a lot out there that’s extremely comfortable but are great statement pieces.
"A big inspiration behind this collection was to make things really easy, things that move well and that you can just throw on without thinking about it.”
Q. So many celebrities, so many fashion lines. What sets this one apart?
“I can’t speak for other people and their lines because I have no idea what is going on there.
“I 100 per cent design everything, every single piece. I would never put my name on something I would not wear myself. This is not an endorsement deal. I really took this on as a designer and it’s something I take seriously and hope to do for a long time.”
Q. Comfort, ease, statement pieces, a touch of boho – what else can you add to describe your inspiration?
“With this collection, I was really inspired by the ’60s and ’70s. I think that time was really great and I thought for spring and summer, it would be a good inspiration, because in the summer when you’re hot you just don’t feel like you want to wear really anything.
“I just wanted the clothes to be very easy to wear.”
Q. How did you hook up with Brian and Rick Cytrynbaum (the Montreal brothers who hold the license and produce her footwear and fashion)?
“They came to L.A. and I had them come over to my house just to vibe out. I pulled out my favourite vintage clothes and things that I truly love, and hung them over my lamps and over my couches, just so they could see a room that was me and explained who I was and where my mind was at. And we just kind of sat there for three hours and kind of vibed. They’re such experts in this, and it was just a perfect fit.”
Q. When you’re not wearing your own line, what do you wear.?
"I actually wear Winter Kate every day, but I’m actually just a jeans and T-shirt kind of person.”
Q. Skinny, wide, blue, frayed?
“I wear bell bottoms, I wear skinny jeans, just kind of whatever is on the floor.”
Q. Where do you think you can take this line? Can it become a major part of the fashion landscape?
“One can only hope. I feel blessed to be even here today. We just finished fall, and it’s a completely different look – very tailored, clean lines, black, white, grey, just totally different. I hope to keep reinventing the line through every season.”
Q. What advice can you give to girls who want to be a size 0?
“I’m in no position to give that kind of advice, because I don’t know what it’s like to be there. I can only hope that women are just happy in being themselves.”
Q. You’re engaged?
“I’m only talking about the line today”.
Q. We’re in this democratization phase in fashion now. What’s the next big thing in fashion?
“I really try and not pay attention to trends because I think it’s important for every woman to know who she is and know her body and what looks good on her and what doesn’t. For instance, I’m 5’1 so I can get away with wearing short-shorts or short dresses and it means something totally different than someone wearing it who’s 5’9.
“If the biggest trend in the world is knee-length everything, that doesn’t mean I would necessarily wear it.”
Q. Are we entering an age of individuality?
“I hope so, yes.”
And here's a video from Nicole's appearance at Holt Renfrew in Montreal.

And some tagged photos:
Nicole with models and Brian and Rick Cytrynbaum, the Montreal brothers who hold the license and produce her footwear and fashion




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Nicole's upcoming appearances

Nicole Richie is a busy lady. The fashion designer will be making personal appearances to promote her Winter Kate clothing line and her House of Harlow 1960 footwear collection.
Today, Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Nicole Richie will be at Bloomingdale's on 59th Streeet and Lexington Avenue, in New York and will appear on Live with Regis and Kelly
On Thursday, February 18, 2010 - a public personal appearance and autograph signing at Holt Renfrew in Montreal, Canada, from 1pm to 2:30pm
On Friday, February 26, 2010 - to launch her Winter Kate collection in the U.K. Nicole will be at Selfridges 3rd Central, Third Floor, Oxford Street, from 6pm until 7pm

If any of you decide to go and get the chance to meet Nicole please let me know. I would love to see pics!

Nicole debuts Winter Kate at Bloomingdales

On February 16, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Nicole Richie will be at Bloomingdale's on 59th Streeet and Lexington Avenue, in New York to debut her Spring 2010 collection of Winter Kate.
The event will take place in the Y.E.S. department on the 2nd Floor.

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