1. Project Runway is launching a spinoff, Models of the Runway, which will air on August 20th. We’re super-excited, but we’ll make do with The Fashion Show for now. [SassyBella]
2. Tyra Banks makes the number 5 spot on the Forbes list of the most influential women in media. We admit – we do try to heed her advice and smile with our eyes. [Forbes]
3. Stores like Neiman Marcus and Saks are getting personal, wooing consumers with after-hours parties and events at hotels. For your next shopping soiree, go all out in a swanky dress from our guide. [WWD]
4. A Cartier jewelry store on the French Riviera was robbed by intruders wearing Hawaiian shirts, who stole $13 million worth of merchandise. If you’re feeling a similiar sense of urgency to own some jewels, find more reasonable options in our jewelry staples guide. [VogueUK]


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