Charlotte Russe celebrated their Fall 2009 line with a shindig in
Soho. I sent one of my writers to the event and it turned out to be a really great party. A few 'Gossip Girl' stars showed up and she even asked Stephanie Pratt about her new look.

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Charlotte Russe celebrated their Fall 2009 line with a shindig in
Soho.  If you're not familiar with the brand, they offer trendy but
affordable clothing online and in various stories throughout the
country. 3 looks highlighted were Brit Punk, Girly Grunge and Heirloom
Romance.

"Gossip Girl" costume director and Charlotte Russe stylist, Eric Daman,
was on hand for the event. There were obvious injections of "Gossip
Girl" style in the outfits, as well as collaborations with Kitson LA
and People's Liberation.

Besides being inspired by elements of
the "Gossip Girl" characters, Eric was especially drawn to the
versatility of female style, in that we can pull off various looks
without letting one define us. A girl that wants to try out the punk
rock look today can smoothly transition into pulling off preppy chic
the next. That's the Charlotte Russe kind of girl! I asked Eric to pick
his one absolute favorite item from the new Fall collection. His choice
is a riding jacket, done in chocolate. We'll have to keep an eye out
for that!

Eric's "Gossip Girl" friends came by to help him celebrate. Jessica Szohr, in cute black shorts and a statement necklace with Christian Dior shoes, chatted with Rumer Willis, who is still rocking the red hair. Michelle Trachtenberg and Ali Lohan also stopped by. Joanna Garcia looked cute and comfortable in J Brand jeans and a breathable tank with Charlotte Russe jewelry.

Stephanie Pratt
from "The Hills" was also there, looking really great....really
different great. I tried to ask the question because I know everyone's
wondering (just me?) but she graciously side-stepped it. She was happy
to talk about the show and is excited for Lauren Conrad.
Stephanie says that they still talk often, the last time being just
this morning when she congratulated Lauren on the success of her book.
Also in attendance were Christian Serratos from "Twilight" and Dayana Mendoza, Miss Universe.

DJ Cat Hartwell spun hits while everyone checked out the mix of mannequins and models. Young Love performed some of their songs, as well.

Charlotte Russe's new collection will be in stores this Fall. Go to charlotterusse.com to find a store near you.

Written by Tabitha