Louis Vuitton’s newest foray into the digital age will allow customers to customize their LV bag of choice through a new online service called Mon Monogram. Though Louis Vuitton has previously allowed customers to personalize luggage and smaller items, it was only accessible in a few of its flagship stores worldwide. This new online initiative is exciting in that it can now cater to a global clientele.

As always, we see impeccable tailoring at the London shows, and an interesting contrast of English propriety with edginess that allows the shows a certain unpredictability—precisely what keeps them exciting and the London fashion scene moving forward. From style stars Vivienne Westwood and Matthew Williamson, to young designers on the rise, Kinder Aggugini, Mary Katrantzou, and Mark Fast, the last four days have brought diverse collections.

Oscar de la Renta refused to shy away from opulence in his RTW Fall 2010 collection, a decision that made the clothes feel that much more inspirational and dramatic. He dared to dream in vivid and brilliant shades, giving us a line made with luxe fabric and furs like astrakhan, fisher, fox, and chinchilla.

The tragic death of celebrated designer Alexander McQueen shook the fashion world to its core. Now there is news that the brand will continue on, despite current circumstances. Pay attention stylistas because this will be one collection for the record books.

Monique Lhuillier, Marc Jacobs, Caroline Herrera, and Diane von Furstenberg are the latest designers to show up on our review from special contributor Carrie Mitchell. Find out what the fashion editors were whispering as certain looks swooped down the runways.

Enough about the after-parties. Haute Living’s special fashion contributor, Carrie Mitchell, brings readers some Fashion Week runway reviews.

Haute Living is on the scene at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week with a plethora of correspondents reporting to you the latest fashion trends including Mackage, Yigal Azrouël, and more of Ports 1961.

Hermes is breaking ground with a one-of-a-kind treat right here in New York City.

Breaking news from the U.K. is that fashion designer Alexander McQueen has committed suicide.