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WHAT: Jill Haber Edward Clutch in Tropical Punch…WHY: For a purse that packs a punch, look no further than Jill Haber’s Edward clutch. The New York designer draped a python skin, in a pleasing shade that mimics tropical punch, onto a classic frame and sandwiched the whole thing between two gussets of blond wood. While this purse may scream evening bag, we implore you to pair it with your chicest daytime ensemble. The hidden chain handle grants the luxury of going hands-free. So, let the texting commence!…AVAILABLE: $1,195, JillHaber.com…

The missing plane that carried passengers Vittorio Missoni, Maurizia Castiglioni, Guido Foresti, Elda Scalvenzi, as well as pilot Hernan Jose Marchan and co-pilot Juan Carlos Ferrer Milano, has been found. The discovery came on the 5th day of the most recent search mission thanks to the technology of an American oceanographic ship called Deep Sea. The plane was found North of the Los Roques Archipelago, a chain of islands and coral reefs in the Caribbean near Venezuela.

(NEW YORK) Ryan Reynolds Uses Wife Blake Lively As Stylist [Grazia UK]
The best dressed duo don’t pay a dime in stylist fees

Chanel Tops List Of Fashion Luxury Brands In China [Vogue UK]
Other brands on that list include BMW, Estee Lauder, and Hermes

Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Taylor Swift and Madonna Make It Into Forbes List Of Most Powerful Celebrities [Forbes]
And Oprah Winfrey slips back into the number one position

Which Fashion E-Commerce Model Is Working Most Efficiently? [Business of Fashion]
It’s time to capitalize on this $41 billion dollar industry

That Mysterious Streaker Who Stole The Show At Dolce & Gabbana Is Identified [The Cut]
He goes by ‘Miky The Streaker’ and usually wears suits and ties

Edward Leida, formerly design director at Town & Country, has left the media game to join the retail scene. His new title? Vice president design director for Barneys New York. His departure from T&C was unexpected, as the veteran designer spent two years with the society magazine.

Giorgio Armani: When it comes to most things, two is better than one. This certainly rings in as true when we’re talking about male models on the runway at the Giorgio Armani Spring/Summer 2014 Men’s Show. Mr. Armani paired off duos of hunky models in looks that were downright identical. Think blue neoprene jackets in two different cuts, paired with nearly the same navy pants, brown leather satchels, stunner shades and leather brogues, sans socks. The following duo wore nubbby shawl-collar sweaters, with only one button fastened over graphic tees, finished off with blue trousers and matching pairs of slippers.

WHAT: Charlotte Olympia Zodiac Smoking Slipper…WHY: If you don’t religiously read your horoscope, for the sake of these Charlotte Olympia flats we think it might be time to start! The cheekiest accessories purveyor on the market is offering a collection of 12 suede smoking slippers featuring her glitzy take on classic zodiac signs. With a petite gold-plated heel and matching gold piping, these flats are truly cosmic. We promise we won’t tattle on you if you spring for the Cancer Crab instead of the Leo Lion which actually represents your birthday month…AVAILABLE: $695, BergdorfGoodman.com…

Marc Jacob’s Paris Store Is Tagged By Graffiti Artist [Vogue UK]
This isn’t the first time the store was targeted by the artist Kidult

Perry Ellis Cuts Upscale Collection With Duckie Brown [NY Times]
Designers Daniel Silver and Steven Cox will no longer be designing for the label

TOMS Hits The 10 Million Mark [Telegraph]
For every pair of shoes this philanthropic company sells, they donate a pair to a child in need

Stella McCartney Debuts Tennis Whites Just In Time For Wimbledon [Harper’s Bazaar]
The collection for Adidas will be worn by Caroline Wozniacki, Laura Robson and Maria Kirilenko throughout the tournament

Sibling’s Designers Are The Winners Of The Woolmark Prize In Europe [Style.com]
The London-based trio is composed of Joe Bates, Sid Bryan and Cozette McCreery

WHAT: Michael Kors Slim Runway Watch…WHY: The appeal of a chunky men’s timepiece has had its moment, and some would argue that that moment is still going strong. But what if you’re seeking a slightly daintier take on the trend? Behold this rose gold-tone watch from Michael Kors. The delicate band perfectly balances the oversized dial. Another plus: it’s water resistant! Dive on in, darlings…AVAILABLE: $180, Shopbop.com…

Keeping it in the family: Delphine Arnault, the oldest offspring of LVMH’s head honcho (aka chairman and CEO) Bernard Arnault, has been appointed executive vice president of Louis Vuitton. The eldest Arnault has spent the past five years serving as deputy general manager at Dior. She has also served on the boards of Céline, Loewe, Emilio Pucci, and Dior.

Stuart Vevers has officially been poached by Coach! Speculation has been swirling for quite some time about who the mega accessories brand would hire to replace Reed Krakoff when he resigned after 16 years at the company in order to focus on his eponymous line. Everyone from Marc Jacobs, Nicolas Ghesquière, Clare Waight Keller, Derek Lam, Phillip Lim, and Emma Hill have been thrown out as potential candidates for the gig.