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Emile Hirsch is a lot of things — a certifiable action star (hello, Speed Racer!), a Screen Actors Guild award nominee — but one he isn’t yet: a style star. Sure, that may not be a legitimate expectation for the 23-year-old actor who roughed it for his role in Into the Wild. But Hirsch appears to be trying to change all of that. Witness the glam-Western inspired getup he wore to Valentino’s spring menswear show recently — he is also the face of the line for the Spring 09 collection. You have to appreciate that he made an effort past his typical uniform of jeans and a T-shirt, but we can’t help but think that Hirsch missed the mark by trying to go too high fashion all at once. And here’s what really stings: He has the raw materials — never mind the acting chops — to be the full package: a brilliant actor and a head-turner. Tell us: What do you think of Emile’s look? Is it hot? Or does he need a makeover?

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She may be known for how little she wears on stage, but at last night’s W Magazine screening of Battle in Seattle in Malibu, burlesque star Dita Von Teese gave PEOPLE a backstage scoop on her life, love, and soon-to-launch line of lingerie. “I work a lot. I’m traveling all the time, so I go to a lot of parties and events and I have fun. My work is fun,” says the former Mrs. Marilyn Manson. And while she is dipping her toe into the dating pool again, finding a man is not a priority at the moment. “I just work a lot, and fortunately work for me is a lot of fun. Along away I meet a nice gentleman to go out with once in awhile — actually they’re not gentlemen at all.” In addition to her party-hopping, Dita is working on an appropriate new line of apparel. “I have a lingerie collection coming out for Wonderbra only in Europe,” she tells us. “I’m really excited about that.” And fortunately for us, she’s not counting out bringing the collection to America after the September launch. “I think it’s a really beautiful collection,” she says. “People are really excited about it. So we’ll see.” Tell us: Would you wear Dita’s signature line of lingerie if it launched in the U.S.?

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As Becki Newton stepped inside the Christian Louboutin boutique in Beverly Hills on Tuesday night, the wide-eyed Ugly Betty star told PEOPLE, “[This store is] very dangerous!” Felicity Huffman would know. Within a half hour, the Desperate Housewives actress had already bought two pairs of the pricey red-soled shoes at the party, where guests also purchased products from French skincare line Darphin to benefit P.S. Arts. “I got a pair of boots that I’ve been eyeing for a year and a half that I almost bought for my birthday, but I was like, ‘I can’t buy Christian Louboutin shoes, I can’t!’ And so I went in and I got them, which is very exciting,” said a giddy Huffman, who picked out a pair of “Wizard of Oz sparkly shoes” too. Does her hubby William Macy support her shoe habit? “Yes, I do!” assured Macy. Meanwhile, Newton, who drooled over the ankle boots, snagged a pair of platform sandals instead. Other guests included Steven Cojocaru and stylists Elizabeth Stewart and George Kotsiopoulos. – Jenny Sundel

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She’s a successful reality show star, budding designer, and the face of Avon’s mark Cosmetics. And this fall, The Hills‘ Lauren Conrad is giving back with a charity necklace to help young women. The $22 Have a Heart pendant will benefit the Girls m.powerment Campaign, with a full 100% of net proceeds from each sale going directly to the group. “The design came from a vintage necklace,” Lauren revealed at a launch event last week in N.Y.C. And, mirroring the star’s own signature style, “It’s understated, with just a little detail to it.” Click here to learn more about Lauren’s relationship with mark — and be sure to check out her favorite products of the month. We’ll keep you posted on when you can do your part by picking up the chic and charitable chain.

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David Beckham got the internet buzzing with his racy Emporio Armani underwear ads, and the hunky soccer star took to his own blog to talk about the unveiling event for his billboards in San Francisco. He blogs, “Well I’m sure you’ve seen the pictures but last Thursday I went to San Francisco to see the unveiling of the new Emporio Armani campaign I shot a while back. To be honest I was amazed by the huge billboard poster outside Macy’s department store, but even more amazed by the amount of people who turned up to see it! I’m always surprised by the amount of attention certain things create, but the attention this campaign has created is pretty incredible.” What else has been incredible for David? Getting to visit the Golden Gate city, blogging “It was great to meet some of the people who’d come out especially though, I’ve always wanted to visit San Francisco, so it was a great to finally get there…” We’d like to get there and see the billboards! Tell us: Have you seen the Beckham billboards in San Francisco?

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Gerard Darel’s luxe bags are already a favorite with the big screen’s hottest fashionistas like Halle Berry, Eva Longoria and Jessica Alba. And now, WWD reports, the French fashion house is snagging one of Hollywood’s up-and-coming actress to represent the brand. Mamie Gummer, lookalike daughter of iconic actress Meryl Streep, will replace Gallic singer and actress Charlotte Gainsbourg, who has been the label’s face since 2003. As much as we love Charlotte, we can’t wait to see Mamie in action. But we want to know what you think. Tell us, how do you feel about Gerard Darel’s decision to feature an up-and-comer for their campaign?

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She’s spent over 15 years in the fashion business, and Heidi Klum’s career — and life — just keep picking up speed. The model and Project Runway host talked with BellaSugar.com recently about her philosophy on life, style and living with kids. While a full house, famous husband, and bustling career leave Heidi busy, she’s found the secret to keeping life in balance. “My first priority is always my children and my husband,” she says. “Everything else has to come second or it just doesn’t work.” But that doesn’t mean Klum is slowing down with her enterprises. In addition to a line of jeans for Jordache and a signature jewelry collection, Klum has just launched cosmetics line In an Instant. But she’s level-headed when it comes to beauty, telling BellaSugar.com, “The important thing is to surround yourself with people who love you no matter what you might look like in the morning.”