You can’t go wrong with a wallet, especially when it’s made by Prada ($355). This Crocodile-Embossed Wallet made from calf leather comes complete with eight card slots, two slide pockets and two bill slots—what more could he need? The black nero coloring adds a classic element to this trendy and unexpected crocodile look, so rely on this chic pocketbook for a gift that will come in handy every day.

Bring in the fall fashion season with designer runway shows and lavish soirees without sacrificing your style—or sanity. Haute Living has rounded up the New York Fashion Week essentials you’ll need to serenely strut through the couture concrete jungle. Hotel Crosby Street Hotel 79 Crosby Street New York, NY 10012 www.firmdalehotels.com (212) 226- 6400 Located […]

Last night on Bowery, famed urban artist Maximilian Wiedemann debuted his latest collection, “Vanity Unfair.” After a decade in the advertising industry, Wiedemann decided to tap into his creative and witty side through urban art. The English and German mastermind’s career exploded once the one and only Karl Lagerfeld introduced him to prominent figures in fashion by . Ever […]

Vivienne Westwood is opening up a brand new Manhattan store in a unique and unconventional location: a $13.5 million dollar townhouse. Located next to the ritzy St. Regis Hotel, the highly anticipated fashion house boasts five stories and 12,000 feet of countless couture pieces. The style mogul paid a pretty penny for her latest locale, […]

Beyoncé, known for her gorgeous and show-stopping long locks, has just revealed her brand new ‘do on her Instagram account: a bold pixie cut. Late last night, the renowned diva showcased her latest look through three Instagram photos, each showing a different angle. It appears that Beyoncé kept her blonde color but dramatically altered the […]

Jay-Z famously performed his new song, “Picasso Baby,” for six straight hours at Pace Gallery on July 11, shelving the footage for a film. On Friday night, HBO finally debuted the renowned rapper’s creative project, Picasso Baby: A Performance Art Film. Directed by Mark Romanek, the cinematic special weaves in clips from the marathon performance with Jay-Z’s friendly crowd […]

Ralph Lauren will shell out $1.4 million for a limited-edition Ferrari hybrid next spring. According to the New York Post, the Italian auto powerhouse designed the stylish ride for an intimate group of proprietors, including Lauren. Named LaFerrari, the luxurious sports car hybrid boasts an incredible ability to go from zero to 186 mph in a […]

The Rita Hayworth Gala celebrated its annual kick-off at Ashgrove Farm in Watermill on Friday. Hosted by Robin and Roger Meltzer at their Southampton home, the cocktail reception served as a preview for the yearly gala that furthers the Alzheimer’s Association. Notable attendees at the cocktail kick-off included Alexandra Lebenthal, Jay Diamond, Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, […]

Harvey Weinstein and Walt Disney Studios are teaming up to bring a live-action adaptation of the Artemis Fowl novels to the big screen. Weinstein will produce the highly-anticipated cinematic wonder, set to follow the first two books of Eoin Colfer‘s saga. As an executive producer, Robert De Niro will contribute to the film as well; it has not been confirmed […]