Los Angeles may not be the most fashion forward city in the world (I mean, people still wear Juicy sweats and Uggs in July here), but the chic shopping landscape is about to change thanks to the influx of international brands that are are making their way out west and staking out L.A. storefront territory, and we are très excited. A heartfelt thanks to Paris for sending over some of your best boutiques, including Isabel Marant, and what's this we hear about Sandro and The Kooples? London is also spreading its wings with the long overdue Topshop landing in The Grove this fall, as well as Japan's Uniqlo, plus some other exciting ones we've heard whispers about. So without further ado, here's a roundup of the best boutiques and fashion outposts we know for sure will soon open the doors of their new L.A. digs, as well as some unconfirmed speculated arrivals we may soon be able to look forward to shopping at in the near future. More»

In case the USC academic building roof sex wasn't a clear enough signal that spring is officially upon us, today we will get near-record highs in the 90s which means it's time to start dressing accordingly. This may comes as a shock considering the cold and rain that befell our city exactly one week ago and maybe you're feeling unprepared and are afraid exposing your pale legs to daylight will be blinding to passersby (we feel your pain). More»

ATTENTION LADIES!! Spring is here! It's time to get fun, flirty, and festive with your wardrobe. Little house on the prairie florals and basic pastels are out- VIBRANT COLOR IS IN! Firstly, in order to do all of your spring outfits justice, it's time to quit committing CARBOCIDE! YES! Time to put the jelly donut down now. I promise it will be much easier reading this post without all of those left over crumbs cluttering your shirt. Below this highly motivational paragraph are Your Top 10 Style Musts for the spring season. [Photo via] More»

How well do you really know New York City nightlife? Could you, say, name a bar or venue for every letter of the alphabet? We can. Click below for our comprehensive guide to NYC nightspots, from A to Z... More»

[All photos by  Clint Spaulding for PMc] Goddess of "effortlessly cool" clothing, Isabel Marant, has opened her first New York flagship store on the corner of Broome and Greene. Friends of Isabel joined her last night at The Kenmare--toasting their glasses to Isabel's birthday as well as her latest fashion feat. More»