Nicole Richie's House of Handbags

It was only a matter of time! One of our favorite fashionistas Nicole Richie has expanded her House of Harlow 1960 empire with a line of handbags.

The collection will include a mix of casual and luxe clutches, hobos and cross-body bags, ranging in price from $150 - $162.

“Handbags have always been a part of the equation since we first launched the House of Harlow 1960 brand,” Richie tells Women's Wear Daily. “We just needed to make sure all of the components were aligned before setting foot into that category. The collection is quite small in terms of the styles we are launching with. I wanted to make sure that each piece is special and then be able to grow it slowly and organically season after season.”

“When I design, I always try to design pieces that are universal, meaning anyone can wear and carry it," the designer continues. "At this stage of my design process, I really try to gather direct feedback from my customers, whether through in-store personal appearances, my website, Twitter or Facebook. It really helps me when they provide me with their desires, feedback and comments on what they are looking for, so I can try my best to cater to their needs, yet stay true to the brand’s identity."

The line is coming to Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Shopbop.com in mid-July. Yay!

Take a sneak peek at a few of the designs below and tell us what you think!

Christie Brinkley Relishes in the Role of Roxie Hart

In the new issue of New York's "Hamptons" magazine, singer/songwriter Alexa Ray Joel conducts a special interview with her mum, supermodel Christie Brinkley.

Brinkley elaborates on her turn on Broadway as showgirl Roxie Hart in the musical "Chicago."

"It's not everyday that one has an opportunity so rife with possibility, excitement and adventure," Brinkley explains. "It awakened me to the realization that this is something I had always dreamed of doing but never had the time, or perhaps even the courage, to pursue.

"I didn't know if I had the goods, but I would rather go down in flames than spend the rest of my time wondering, What if?

"So, with a reckless abandonment and a hot pair of Louboutins, I marched into my audition, ready to have some fun. And believe me, after four or five really tough years, I really was ready to have some fun."

The 57-year-old beauty, who endured a very public divorce from Peter Cook in 2008, continues, "I got to meet and work with Walter Bobbie, the revival's original director, and he gave me wonderful emotional direction and some very helpful technical direction. For example, he suggested that I hand write all my lines in order to open up other neural passageways toward memorizing Roxie's lines.

"Also, the show surrounded me with a team of highly knowledgeable and patient professionals such as my conductor Leslie Stifelman, who worked with me on vocals. I'm also lucky enough to get squeezed in, once a week, for lessons with Broadway's most in-demand vocal coach, Joan Lader, who is helping me find ways to keep singing even through this season's record-breaking, history-making, highest pollen count ever."

Jennifer Aniston Plays Peek-A-Boo

Looks like Jennifer Aniston confused New York City with Venice Beach.

While the A-list actress looked beautiful as always, she walked the city streets in a see-through white skirt that would have been more appropriate for high tides.

What do you think?

John Galliano Blames Booze and Pills for Anti-Semitic Slurs

We've heard of a "triple threat" but "triple addiction"...?

John Galliano testified in a French court today (June 22) that his anti-Semitic remarks were the result of his "triple addiction" to alcohol, barbiturates and sleeping pills.

As previously reported, the former Dior designer was fired from the esteemed fashion house in March after hurling racial insults at patrons outside a Parisian cafe.

Galliano was charged with making "public insults based on origin, religious affiliation, race or ethnicity," which is against the law in Paris.

When asked about the incident, Galliano testified that he had no memory of making such slurs, saying, "I have a triple addiction. I'm a recovering alcoholic and a recovering addict."

"After every creative high, I would crash and the alcohol helped me," he continued, adding that his creativity "helped make Dior a billion-dollar business."

Chace Crawford Models Versace

"Gossip Girl" hottie Chace Crawford will join "Glee's" Darren Criss, "True Blood's" Ryan Kwanten, "Star Trek" star Zachary Quinto, and NBA players Carmelo Anthony and Dwayne Wade for Donatella Versace's star-studded runway show in Milan later today (June 20).

The boys will be adorned in clothing from the Italian luxury label's spring 2012 menswear collection as part of Milan Fashion Week.

The Versace team calls the looks "masculine, heroic and glamorous." We can't wait to see the guys strut their stuff on the runway!

Lady Gaga's Meat Dress Earns Rock Hall Status

Lady Gaga's head turning meat dress may have turned off the vegan, veggie, omni- and even carnivore communities at the MTV VMAs last year, but if anyone could make salmonella look sexy, it certainly would be our Lady G!

The superstar's prime beef special will be on display for all the world to see when it enters Cleveland's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, as part of the "Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power" exhibit.

But E. coli be damned! The walking health hazard has been kept in a meat locker and then dried out by taxidermists after a chemical bath, so it will be red-carpet ready for its Rock and Roll Hall of Fame entry.

"Women Who Rock" will run till February 2012.

Jessica Simpson Heads Back to Reality

Fashion Empress Jessica Simpson is heading back to reality -- TV that is.

The singer and star of such unscripted series as MTV's "Newlyweds" and VH1's "The Price of Beauty" will join NBC's "Fashion Star" as a celebrity mentor.

The show, hosted by supermodel Elle Macpherson, is similar to "Project Runway," as clothing design hopefuls compete for the chance to launch their own fashion line. 

Simpson previously guest starred on the "Project Runway" season eight finale.

Tobey Maguire Is New Face of Prada

Tobey Maguire has become the new face of everyone's favorite luxury fashion house, Prada.

The pale, lanky actor will be featured in Prada's fall menswear campaign in a series of ads shot by photographer David Sims.

"A great supporter of the arts, Miuccia Prada has inspired a culture of creativity that is woven through every aspect of her company, from her collections, her campaigns, to every design in her stores," said Maquire in a statement. "I have such admiration for her artistry and I'm thrilled to be a part of Prada's fall campaign."

Who knew the Spider-Man star was so fashion savvy!

Tory Burch Wins BIg (Really Big!) Against Online Counterfeiters

Don't mess with her Reva flats! Fashion designer Tory Burch has been awarded a whopping $164 million in a lawsuit against online counterfeiters.

Burch filed the suit back in December 2010, targeting 41 cypbersquatters who set up hundreds of websites, mostly based in China, selling fake Tory Burch shoes, bags and accessories. 

According to Women's Wear Daily, "The award is believed to be the largest sum of damages ever issued to a fashion firm in the ongoing battle against online counterfeiters." 

The court also ordered that the 232 domain names used to sell fake Tory goods be permanently disabled and turned over to Burch.

Pippa Middleton May Model Hudson Jeans

Is Hudson ready for this jelly? Thanks to a few bootylicious photos, Pippa Middleton, sister of Kate Middleton (now officially known as Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge) may have found a new career.

The 27-year-old is reportedly being pursued by Hudson Jeans as their new brand ambassador. 

According to the Daily Mail, the PR folks at Hudson are "very keen to bag Pippa." Middleton has been spotted sporting Hudson's five-pocket May Skinny in Felix Wash.

An Over-Exposed Lady Gaga Receives Fashion Icon Award at the CFDAs

Tata...tatarazzi! Lady Gaga was on hand to receive the Council of Fashion Designers of America's prestigious Fashion Icon award but not without a little nip slip!

The gala was held last night (June 6) at New York City's Lincoln Center and while the superstar hit the red carpet, she suffered a slight wardrobe malfunction, exposing her nipple unknowingly to reporters and onlookers. 

During her speech, a teal-haired Lady G, who wore sky-high platforms and a silver-spiked black corset dress designed by Thierry Mugler, said: "I can't believe I'm allowed in here ... I used to save up my money to buy Mugler vintage archive. I used to save up all my money. I had to have it. That's really what fashion is all about for me.

I already felt like I had made it before I had made it. All of you made me feel like a star before I was. Thank you for believing in me."

The singer went from bare to barer when changing for the after-party, sporting a hardly-there bodysuit, with pasties and a thong. At least she's ready for summer...

More Musicians with Fashion Lines: Robbie Williams to Launch 'Farrell'

Move over Liam Gallagher, there's a new British bad boy-turned-fashionista in town!

Take That star Robbie Williams is stepping into the fashion game and plans to launch a line in fall, reports Britain's The Sun.

Williams' collection, which will include a mix of T-shirts and three-quarter-length Mod style coats, will be named Farrell, after the sexy singer's grandad. Aww!

Farrell will also include accessories like flat caps and polka dot scarves.

‘‘Robbie's aim was to create a collection with a heritage feel combined with a modern style," a source tells The Sun.

Farrell will be available online at Shopdirect.com.

Meanwhile, a recently reunited Take That, is touring in the UK.

Jessica Simpson Enlists Sister Ashlee for Tween Fashion LIne

Jessica Simpson has a new baby y'all! The fashion mogul, whose clothing line topped $1 billion in sales last year, is creating a new collection catering to tweens. And she's enlisted the help of little sister Ashlee in the design process.

The line will include sportswear, jeanswear and activewear, mixing elements of Jessica's "girly, playful" style with Ashlee's more "rocker edge."

The Simpson sisters' collection is expected to launch at the end of the year, reports Women's Wear Daily, and young fashionistas can select from various types of denim, graphic tees, pullovers, shrunken knits, leggings, hoodies and footwear.

"I'm excited to bring my sister to this division," big sis Jess tells WWD, "because she brings a savvy rocker edge that defines today's tweens."

"My goal will be to design clothes that will help inspire young girls to express their personalities and creativity through fashion," adds Ashlee. 

Take a sneak peak at the line below.