Here are the photographs I took of the "Romantic" collections at the Charlotte Russe Launch Event - Fall 2009 last night in NYC. Stylists merged elements from the lookbook referred to as "Heirloom," "Oh So Chic" and "Desire," each marked by feminine details with a nostalgic nod to the past. Some of the looks have a roaring '20s flapper feel to them that I just love. The Chanel-inspired tweed jacket is a must-have, and don't miss the Jimmy Choo-inspired cutout booties (I was hoping someone would do those on the cheap!).

Left: The "Desire" collection embodies Baroque romance with lace, fur, feather & ribbon details, jet beads, goddess draping and back interest. Right: The "Oh So Chic" collection captures the Uptown girl spirit with satin fabrications, rompers, sequins & studs, cutouts and stone embellishments.

The "Heirloom" collection embodies ladylike-style with cardigans & couture-inspired jackets, tweed & boucle, peacock, mesh & crochet details, vintage cheetah prints, and pretty pearls.

Skirt, available 8/10, $22.99; Satin handbag, available 8/14, $19.99; Pearl bracelet, available 8/11, $6.00

I noticed these are knock-offs of Jimmy Choos Cutout shoe booties, orig. $950 at Bergdorf Goodman.

These shoes are listed in the lookbook under kitson for Charlotte Russe (more on that later) but appeared in the "Heirloom" model exhibit (sorry but I don't know the industry speak, haha). Available 8/6, $34.99

Fast-fashion favorite Charlotte Russe unveiled fashions from their upcoming Fall 2009 collections last night at a launch event in New York. Here, highlights from the "Buckingham Collection," an unapologetic take on Brit punk. I've filled in product details where available. Not my style but there are a couple pieces I could work with, like the plaid pencil skirt. What do you think?

Last night I attended the Charlotte Russe Launch Event - Fall 2009 - in New York City, and while I'm diligently working on my report for all of you, I thought I'd post a rather self-indulgent photo of the gorgeous beaded statement necklace and matching cuff that everyone got in their goodie bags. Fancy, huh? I actually saw someone wearing the necklace at the event and assumed it was Vera Wang or some one-of-a-kind piece by an independent artist that cost a small fortune. Needless to say, I loved it so much and was thrilled to discover that the lust-worthy piece was in fact affordable and in my goodie bag. I don't know the exact prices, but each piece probably costs around $10 if Charlotte Russe's current necklace offerings are any indication, so keep an eye out for these beauties in stores soon! Loads of ladies were wearing statement necklaces last night, a trend that will carry through into the fall for sure.