1. Betsey Johnson is close to landing a diffusion line. We hope, when it exists, that it includes some of her super girly cocktail dresses. [The Cut]
2. Unsurprisingly, shoppers are expected to spend less on Halloween this year. Maybe they’re saving all their money for something fashionable and wearable all year round. [Forbes]
3. A woman-owned, Ethiopian shoe company, Sole Rebel, is becoming a perfect model for socially responsible companies. Get in on the action here at home with vegan shoes and handbags. [Jezebel]
4. The actress Megan Fox will be the new face of Armani Underwear and Armani Jeans. We guess Giorgio liked Transformers. We’ll stick with our own underwear and denim picks, however. [Vogue UK]

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