Banana Republic has teamed up with uber-popular accessories designer Chan Luu on a collection of limited-edition bracelets. The collection—available in stores nationwide—showcases Luu’s signature wrap style, which brings together custom-dyed thread or leather with unique semi-precious stones, gold or sterling silver. The 17-piece collection consists of four different styles in a range of colors ($95–$225), and the partnership continues through holiday (so keep a look out for the Swarovski crystal encrusted versions that will hit stores soon). Wear a stack to follow the recent trend or delicately string one around your wrist. Either way, these are not to be missed!

FROM LEFT: Annie Monroe, Tennessee Thomas, Elizabeth “Z” Berg and Laena Geronimo. Photo by Theadora Allen

After a founding member of The Like left the group, vocalist Elizabeth “Z” Berg and drummer Tennessee Thomas began an avid search for a very select demographic: women who were as adept at style as they were at music. And after having settled upon new additions Laena Geronimo (bass) and Annie Monroe (keyboards), they saw that it was good. “The fact that we actually found them is so mind-blowing that Tennessee and I often worry we may have made them up,” says Berg. Following in the fashion-fanatical footsteps of artists like Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Kanye West, The Like place their style on the same plane as their music. “Your look should be as interesting and put-together as your sound,” Berg explains. “You are creating an entire world of art.”

ELIZABETH “Z” BERG

GOTHAM: Your super-short bob gives off a Twiggy vibe, but then you edge it up with intense eye makeup. What inspired the look?
BERG: I kind of just like to look as cartoonish as possible. Sometimes I look in the mirror and go, Hmmm…Do I just look like a cartoon superhero right now? It gets pretty funny. I’ve been a lover and wearer of makeup since I was 10 years old. At this point I’ve got it down pretty well. I’m definitely inspired by girls like Twiggy and Edie Sedgwick and Mia Farrow, but basically my concept when getting dolled up is to exaggerate everything.

What are some of your favorite products?
I’m a real drug-store-makeup kind of gal. Big fan of Maybelline New York The Falsies mascara, Line Stiletto precision liquid liner and Mineral Power Natural Perfection powder. Since my hair is baby-fine, I like to use a bit of dry hair shampoo and Garnier Fructis Blow Dry Perfector.   
 

LAENA GERONIMO

GOTHAM: Your look is sexy but strong. Do you have tips for readers on how to toughen up a feminine look?
Be confident. To me, being sexy is about feeling comfortable in your own skin and not afraid or self-conscious about showing it. Femininity is about being proud to be a woman. It’s not about wearing clothes that jeopardize your integrity or aligning yourself with societal ideals of how females should look. It’s about struttin’ your stuff with your head held high, whether you feel like wearing a T-shirt and jeans that day or a miniskirt. Oh, and I don’t like to wear shoes I can’t run in, so you won’t find any stilettos in my closet.

How long did it take you to settle into a band that’s so well known for its look?
I had worked in clothing stores for seven years before joining the band, starting off as a teen working in vintage shops and later at high-end retailers like Paul Smith and Ron Herman. So I’ve always loved the art of fashion and to use clothing as a statement. I used to style myself in a more eclectic mix as far as period-based inspiration goes, but fashion of the ’60s has always been an obsession of mine. Most of the clothes I wear with the band are things I already owned before I met them. So I guess the answer is “not long at all.” Perfecting the beehive hair-do, though, did take a good couple months!

ANNIE MONROE

GOTHAM: Was it a hard transition for you, joining the band?
No. Actually the transition felt really natural. I was well aware that I was entering into a band that had a lot of history together, but from the moment I auditioned everything seemed to click. One could say it was love from the start. For me, at least. Now I feel as though I have three wives and I love them all very dearly!

You wear mostly neutral colors. How do you use makeup to brighten your look?
I love to use a bright blue or lavender eye shadow behind all the black liquid eyeliner. It really lightens up the mood amidst all the darkness. Recently I’ve noticed that I am gravitating toward colorful lipsticks as well, like boysenberry or even tangerine, which are better for daytime.

TENNESSEE THOMAS

GOTHAM: You are considered the stylist of the group. Is a side project as a designer in your future?
I have developed some very strong opinions when it comes to clothes. It feels good when people like the outfits I put together. I need to learn how to sew so I can make exactly what I want. Not knowing how to sew has forced me to become a good vintage shopper, which is very time consuming and quite frustrating... and expensive. I am very selective about what I buy at this point. I have a relatively small wardrobe, and I really love everything I buy. If I see something I like I usually wait a while before buying it. If you leave a shop empty-handed and find yourself thinking about something all day afterwards, you know it’s something you really need. It’s hard, but it’s the only way to avoid wasting money and getting confused.

Not everyone can walk into a vintage shop and come out looking like a rock star. Any tips for shoppers?
All the girls have excellent and very distinct styles. It’s my job to make sure all our outfits work together. When I like something I tend to force whomever [it is] to wear it over and over again. I think uniforms are very character-building. I have a lot of variations of the same thing. It makes you recognizable. I envy people who try out loads of different looks. I’m more like a cartoon character.

The Like’s album Release Me (produced by Mark Ronson) is in stores now.

From the White House to the Hollywood Hills, all eyes are on Jason Wu. Here he tells us what inspired his first collection of eyewear.

GOTHAM: Why did you choose sunglasses as your first foray into accessories?
JASON WU: Sunglasses are a classic, seasonless accessory. They are the finishing touch to any outfit.

What kind of girl do you see wearing these styles?
The collection encompasses four different styles, so there is a pair to suit every personality—and two of the shapes are unisex to include the guys as well.

Why did you decide to collaborate with Modo and Ilori?
Modo specializes in crafting impeccably made shades from the finest materials, while Ilori has a fantastically curated boutique. It was a great fit on all accounts.

Whose style influenced your designs?
I named the four shapes after women whose iconic personal style paralleled the feel of the frames. The ’80s-inspired style is named after Joan Jett, the aviators for Amelia Earhart, the oversize pair is for Mia Farrow and the cat-brow shape is for Jean Seberg.

What kind of sunglasses do you wear?
The ’80s-inspired Jett style from my spring collection is my personal favorite.

Favorite NYC summer hot spot?
I love Tipsy Parson in Chelsea. Their frozen drinks are out of this world—perfect for a hot New York summer night.

New York designers Jennifer Carol Kramer and Heather Marie White are the creative force behind jewelry brand Carol Marie, which just launched for the fall season. With a combined résumé that reads as a who’s who of the fashion and publishing worlds—Peter Som, Rag & Bone, Vanity Fair, Details, Marie Claire—the duo became acquainted while working in the fashion department at W magazine. What began as making items for their personal wardrobes—often scouring flea markets for good finds—eventually led to creating statement pieces for editor friends and other chic urbanites.

Their debut collection draws inspiration from the Greek, Egyptian and Byzantine eras, resulting in an ancient, ethnic aesthetic. While each piece is strong enough to stand on its own (and alluringly affordable), the jewelry lends itself to layering, allowing each woman to customize her individual style. Stop by Henri Bendel on Saturday, July 17 (10–8 PM) and Sunday, July 18 (noon–7 PM) to view the collection firsthand and meet Kramer and White at their trunk show. Styles to look out for: the pendant chain, prayer beads, multistrand necklaces and a variety of stackable bracelets. 712 Fifth Ave., 212-247-1100

Carol Marie can also be found on Shopbop.

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What procedures should patients consider before trying injectables?
Other than the daily use of sunscreen every morning and the use of a prescription retinoid at bedtime such as Tazorac or Retin A, I would recommend that patients start with chemical peels and light-therapy treatments as an alternative to injectables. Although facial peels and light treatments do not “fill” a wrinkle or an area of volume loss like an injectable would, it’s a good place to start to freshen up the skin, help with fine lines and remove hyperpigmentation due to hormones and the environment.

Your signature procedure is called platelet-rich plasma, or PRP. Tell us about that.
PRP is injection therapy that uses the patient’s own blood to restore volume and fill in fine lines and wrinkles. It is revolutionary for facial aesthetics and is truly state-of-the-art medicine. This cutting-edge technology is a promising solution to accelerate new tissue and cell growth without subjecting patients to significant risk.

Who’s the ideal candidate for PRP?
PRP therapy for facial aesthetics is ideal for any patient who is looking for a natural approach to restore volume, fill in lines and improve acne scars and for overall facial rejuvenation. I am now customizing facial-rejuvenation programs with PRP, lasers, Botox and traditional fillers. My patients can’t get enough! Park Avenue Skin Solutions, 1009 Park Ave.; parkaveskinsolutions.com

Bargainistas everywhere, rejoice. Though it may only have launched a few months ago, the buyers for T.J. Maxx and Marshalls have already snapped up some shoes from Sarah Jessica Parker’s Halston Heritage collection. Available now and retailing at about half of what department stores charge, they won't be on shelves for long. Expect savvy shoppers everywhere to battle for the discounted flats, wedges and flip-flops designed by the Sex and the City superstar for Halston’s secondary line. T.J.Maxx, 620 Avenue of the Americas, 212-229-0875; Marshalls, 625 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, 718-398-5254

Us: Transforming Ourselves and the Relationships That Matter Most is your new book. What was the motivation behind it?
I’ve spent the last decade helping my husband get the word out about healthy lifestyle choices and I think that’s very important. But Mehmet always says, “The best thing you can do to stay healthy is give your heart a reason to keep beating.” For me that reason has always been my relationships, and I figured there were a lot of people out there who felt the same way.

What’s the first step toward having a better relationship with yourself?
I think it’s crucial that we get to know who we really are—apart from the ego-based projections we commonly identify with. We need to be able to step back from our attachments and habitual responses and be honest about our true motivations

Many experts in our story are adept at transforming one’s appearance, but what are your feelings about cosmetic surgery?
After having four kids, I could absolutely use a breast lift and a tummy tuck. Sadly, it’s not going to happen. Mehmet would be horrified and thankfully loves my body just the way it is.

For those summer travelers who get queasy at the thought of a long car ride, or whose heart rate skyrockets when boarding a plane, there’s a way to keep calm in style. JAM Bands by Vivant Vie ($40) are acupressure bracelets that come in an array of colorful silk prints with Swarovski-crystal buckles. JAM Bands alleviate anxiety and nausea by applying pressure with a pearl button (located on the inside of the bracelet) to the P6 pressure point in your wrist. After five minutes, the stress or sickness many experience when traveling melts away. Bon voyage!

The other day, I found myself in a conversation about Lisa Frank, the graphic designer who, in the ’80s, dominated Trapper Keepers everywhere with her crazy colorful animals: insanely happy pandas, impossibly cute kittens, and, Frank’s leitmotif, the unicorn, all usually surrounded by shiny hearts or juicy rainbows. So later that afternoon, when Space NK sent over samples of Lime Crime’s Candyfuture Opaque lipstick, I was certain, based on the unicorn-stamped, neon-pink tube, that there must be a Lisa Frank connection! There isn’t. But it took me back, all the same, to simpler times, of Stickers Magazine and Swatches and Orange Julius, which by the by, is reflected in Lime Crime’s totally on-trend My Beautiful Rocket Opaque lipstick ($16): the perfect creamy coral for cooler skin tones. Space NK, 99 Greene St.; spacenk.com

Though tucked away in a comfy Upper East Side brownstone, OC61 Salon & Spa is anything but shy when it comes to its patrons’ hair. Owner and creative director Louise O’Connor—who has extensive experience in the fashion and beauty worlds and gave our thick, wavy locks one of the best cuts in recent memory—leads a perpetually on-point staff, including pro colorist Laurie Daniel, whose attention to detail and natural inspirations result in rich, lovely hues that manage to be subtle yet scene-stealing in the same toss of the head. And trust us—you’ll want to do a lot of that after an appointment here. 33 E. 61st St., Third Floor, 212-935-6261