One of the things I look forward to most about fall is the chance to wear cashmere. It’s the perfect fabric: luxuriously soft, warm, and incredibly light. Here are some tips to help you find great cashmere and maintain it:

Hey! Hey!
I finally have an internet connection in my tiny studio. It’s super rainy out, which means we can get to some Fashion News!
Bossip has hot pics of the Williams sister rocking couture on the court for Harper’s Bazaar:
A few action shots:
Beautiful!
Has Harper’s Bazaar suddenly become a dope magazine? With the Tyra cover (and the spread featuring her as Michelle Obama) and now the Williams sisters? Hats off to them for embracing diversity without a rigorous letter writing campaign.

Ladies who love fashion popped into Catherine Malandrino’s store opening in Los Angeles:
Keisha Whitaker represented in a draped black number, while Mary J donned a signature fur jacket, pencil skirt, and lace up black pumps. I’m looking for a new ‘pump’ look and am totally coveting Mary’s steeze!
Also loving Sanaa’s open toe shoe boots paired with a simple celery flowing dress, and Garcelle Beauvais Nilon ‘s comfy black maxi dress with colorful neck details.
Whose look do you love?

If the next DVF sample sale is too far away, take heart! Starting this Thursday, enjoy 30% off Diane’s cocktails, skirts, and wrapped frocks!
RSVP to vipfriends@dvf.com
The exclusive offer is only available at Diane von Furstenberg stores and www.dvf.com.

After our piece on classic stylish album covers last week, we asked you all to send in your suggestions. Here’s what you gave us!

Fashion Bomber Erica, who sent in the Grace Jones Island Life cover, adds, “The cover definitely was something that was never seen before. Holding such a statuesque posture and her glowing skin…beautiful! She took fashion to a whole new level and most of all she didn’t follow anyone which makes her so original and oh so amazing!” I couldn’t have put it better!
Adriana

After selling one million units of its first phone, Prada has teamed with LG to create a hot black slide phone with a hidden keyboard:
If absolutely everything in your cipher must be uber fashionable, then this phone is your perfect piece. For $817 you’ll spend a pretty penny, but can you put a price on fashion? [WWD]

Cheries,
I’m piloting just for today as Mademoiselle Sulmers makes her debut in Paris. She sends virtual “Smootches!” along with a few Mail Bombs, below. Let’s get to it!

Fashion Bomber Tonia asks, “I must cop this top Tyra is wearing. Can you tell me who makes it?“

Claire investigated and found that Tyra is actually wearing this modified Mara Hoffman dress from the designer’s Fall 2008 line:

Next, reader India writes, “How can I find a dress like Kelis’s???”

Claire recommends any one of these options:

1. Chaiken Mini Dress, $130 2. Tibi Shift Dress, $200 3. Taylor Eyelet Shift, $55
From Tolu we have: “I’m a college student looking for a rain coat (preferably hooded) that’s cute and inexpensive. Any suggestions?“
Fall’s a good time to get your rain gear on point. Here are a few ideas that hopefully fit your budget:

1. Andrew Marc Silver Hooded Rain Jacket, $135, 2. Aqua Cropped Waterproof Jacket (with hood), $42 3. Hilary Radley Belted Rain Coat, $90,
FB’er Tyi e-mails, “I would kill for the boots Raven is rocking! It’s harder to find knee and thigh boots for thick chicks. Can you please help me out?!“

One of the go-to places online to find stylish specialty shoes is Zappos. Not only can you search by size, style, width, and color (all at once), but their inventory is endless and shipping is free (even if you decide to return your shoes). Check out these fabulous boot selections that accommodate fuller legs:

1. Bouquets Wide Calf Boots, $94 2. Stuart Weitzman Best Boots, $263 3. RSVP Elana Boot, $154
FB Mom-to-be Cleona writes, “My baby shower is in November and I have nothing to wear. I want a look that’s cute and sexy that will still compliment my growing belly and figure. Any ideas?”
Congrats! As for baby shower outfits, I really like these pieces from Liz Lange Maternity for Target and Gap Maternity:

1. Gap Tie-Front Dress, $58 2. Liz Lange for Target Ribbed Empire Dress, $30 3. Liz Lange for Target 3/4 Sleeve Wrap Dress, $30 4. Gap Ruffle-Neck Dress, $78
Finally, Nicole asks, “I want to inquire about the sunglasses that Will Smith wore to the Secret Life of Bees premiere. I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find out who makes them.”

We couldn’t find the designer, either, but here are some shades similar to the ones Will sported:

1. Yves Saint Laurent 2218S Sunglasses, $205 2.D&G 6016 Sunglasses, $139
That’s a wrap for Mail Bombs!
bon weekend,
Adriana