The Daily Front Row

Tom Ford is collaborating with Justin Timberlake on his recent return to his musical roots with his new upcoming album “The 20/20 Experience”. While Tom’s always sewing his oats in Hollywood, an album collab is a bit unexpected.

Prabal Gurung launches his Spring 2012 digital campaign starring Joan Smalls lensed by Daniel Jackson. “Joan Smalls epitomizes the woman we design for each season,” Gurung reveals. “To see her bring these designs to life is awe-inspiring.” Perfect match!

Ruffian’s very own Claude Morais got his ice on last night at The Standard Hotel’s wee rink at the “Clicquot in the Snow” event. Could a side career as an Ice Capade be in the cards?

Born and raised in LA by her artist father, David Ashwell, and Shabby Chic creator slash mother, Rachel Ashwell, Lily Ashwell was bred to become a designer. Surrounded by floral motifs and vintage clothes, Lily began her career as a vintage dress preserver. Expect to see this designer’s Shabby Chic home (decked out with vintage clothing wall-hangings), on the Coveteur soon. But first, she graces The Daily with her vintage tips and tricks.

Up-and-coming designers take note: Social e-comm site, Polyvore, has officially launched “Design Collective” for brands on the verge of a breakthrough. The virtual platform was quietly developed six months ago to give emerging talent an extra boost toward commercial bliss by promoting them front and center on the site, and it’s garnering some serious attention.

Joining Chris Benz, Peter Som, and Yoanna Barashi, it’s official that Katie Holmes will not be showing her Holmes & Yang collection during NYFW this season. No reason has been announced for the decision, but we don’t wanna be in the room when Suri gets word of this.

WHAT: ‘Waris Loves You’ ACE Sunglasse By Waris Ahluwalia. WHY: Care to look at the world through rose-colored glasses? You’re in luck. The “ACE” specs, created by Waris Ahluwalia, have a playful and whimsical aesthetic available in three classic shades: black, pink, and white. Each frame comes with the House of Waris heart shaped mark etched in, making it a perfect Valentine’s Day gift. Adorbs!

(NEW YORK) H&M 2013 Design Award Winner Named [Vogue UK]
A South Korean designer is presented with the honor

Behold the 25 Most Expensive Stores in the United States [Racked]
Surprisingly, the top spot doesn’t belong to Chanel or Dior

Poppy Delevingne is Agent Provocateur’s Valentine Girl [Telegraph UK]
Nick Jones directs a short viral video for the lingerie label

WATCH: Go Inside Chanel’s Historic ‘Bijoux de Diamants’ Collection [Styleite]
The third installment of Inside Chanel, titled “Chanel and the Diamond” is released

The show will go on! While Peter Som won’t be sending his latest designs down a live runway, the designer will be showing his latest collection on DigitalFashionShows.com. The platform, which was created by KCD in conjunction with King + Partners, has spared some designers the expense and hassle of creating live shows. While it’s not intended to replace the live show, it’s proven to be a useful alternative for those not ready for the full production.

She’s baaaaaaack! After recently announcing that she was going to sit this fashion week out, Betsey Johnson has changed her tune. The designer announced today that she’s returning to Lincoln Center to show her collection on February 11th. Wouldn’t feel like NYFW without a Betsey cartwheel or two.