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Rising designer Kaelen Farncombe didn’t set out to chase tornadoes. But after her brother gave her a storm-chasing trip as a Christmas gift, she went along for the ride. Turns out, it was more than just an adrenaline rush—it became the inspiration for her spring 2011 Kaelen collection. “I think it just furthered my belief that inspiration has to be organic,” Farncombe told InStyle of her trip. And with the recent tornado devastation sweeping America, it’s a particularly relevant collection. “My experience was quite removed from that kind of turmoil and devastation, as we were in areas that were very rural and there ended up being minimal damage and we got to really see and appreciate something so powerful,” she explained of the difference between her experience and the recent occurrences. “My collection focused on more the color combinations and the calm that comes after a storm, rather than the harshness of it, but [the recent storms] did remind me that there are two sides to the coin and that nature is something to be revered.” Click through the gallery to see the photographs Farncombe took on her trip, and how they translated into her spring collection, available now at Shopbop.com.

Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen joined entertainment industry “It” girls Anna Kendrick, Zoe Kazan and Zoe Kravitz for the premiere of The Union on opening night of the 2011 Tribeca Film Festivalin New York City. To mark the 10th anniversary of the downtown movie fest, Sir Elton John treated the crowd to a post-screening performance. In Los Angeles, Baby2Baby ambassadors Nicole Richie and Jessica Alba showed their support for moms in need, while Scarlett Johansson and Jennifer Garner shopped for a cause at Coach‘s benefit for the Children’s Defense Fund. See photos from last night’s hottest parties in the gallery! 

Haley Reinhart and Lauren Alaina are the only two remaining women contestants on American Idol, and they worked their feminine charm with their style during last night’s top 7 episode! We caught up with the show’s costume designer Soyon An for the inside scoop. “Haley, with her tiny frame, looked chic with a ‘50s pin-up inspired dress,” An told InStyle of Reinhart’s red polka dotted frock by Stop Staring ($114 at StopStaring.com). “The tailored look made the dress look sexy and sweet on Haley.” As for Alaina, An gave the contestant the country look she loves. “I wanted Lauren to look young and fun and bring back her sweet country self this week,” An said of the outfit, which consisted of a Guess jacket, Marciano top, Wet Seal skirt and accessories, and Boot Star boots.

Click through for more details about their outfits—and find out what booted-off contestant Pia Toscano wore for her return!

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Michelle Obama made an appearance on The View earlier this week, where she paired her blush-hued blouse and matching knife-pleated skirt with dazzling green turquoise earrings. So where did she get the pretty accessory? The earrings are by Lucifer Vir Honestus, a line created by jewelry designer Luna Scamuzzi. The turquoise baubles, set with 18-karat gold and white pave diamonds are available at Barneys.com for $4,175. Tell us, do you use statement jewelry to punch up neutral outfits?

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