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The link between Hollywood and fashion is undeniable.  And earlier today stars like Jennifer Lopez, Eva Longoria, and Rosario Dawson were all about checking out the latest looks from Diane von Furstenberg as part of New York Fashion Week.

Held at Bryant Park in a massive collection of tents, von Furstenberg’s fashion show gave spectators a look at the designing giant’s latest line, said to be inspired by rock and roll music with its 1970s and 80s-inspired flair.

Taking part in the craziness that’s New York Fashion Week, Nicole Richie ventured out to check out the DKNY Celebrates 20 Years show in the tents of Bryant Park on Sunday (September 7).

Once inside, the former “Simple Life” starlet took her front-row seat alongside “Mermaids” co-stars Winona Ryder and Christina Ricci.

Partying it up Playboy-style on Saturday night (September 6), National Lampoon threw a big shindig at the Playboy Mansion in Beverly Hills called A Night of Fantasy with The Girls Next Door & Ludacris.

With Holly Madison, Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson leading the way, party-goers included everyone from Ludacris, Tom Green, Bai Ling and Lorenz Tate to Katie Lohmann and George Clooney’s ex, Sarah Larson.

Wearing a low-cut shirt featuring a giant peace symbol, Hayden Panettiere was all smiles as she landed at LAX Airport in Los Angeles on Saturday (September 6).

The 19-year-old starlet was returning home following a busy week of promotional duties in New York City for her hit show “Heroes”.

Finished up with her Fashion Rocks duties, Rihanna made her way from New York City to Los Angeles on Saturday (September 6) for the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards.

The “Umbrella” songstress was spotted arriving to big hugs at LAX Airport, with her rumored boyfriend Chris Brown arriving at the same time - but keeping his distance so that the two couldn’t be photographed together.

Ready to get out of the big city, Carrie Underwood was spotted leaving her NYC hotel on Saturday morning after performing for the Fashion Rocks and Stand Up To Cancer events.

As she stepped out of the hotel exit, the “American Idol” winner looked casual cute, wearing a red hooded sweatshirt with comfy pants and slippers while carrying a skull print travel bag.

Back in the States following a recent trip to Brazil, Reese Witherpoon was spotted out doing some shopping at Madison Shoe in Beverly Hills on Saturday (September 6).

The “Sweet Home Alabama” sweetie kept things simple-yet-sexy in a black off-the-shoulder top teamed with a long denim skirt and a pair of strappy sandals.

Riding high off of the success of “The Dark Knight”, Christian Bale was all about spending time with his little girl in Santa Monica on Saturday afternoon (September 6).

In the morning, the low-key actor kept it casual as he stopped in at a local Ralph’s to pick up some necessities for the day to come.

Always one to keep herself busy throughout the weekend, Hilary Duff was spotted out and about in Los Angeles on Saturday (September 6).

After a morning workout at her local gym, the former “Lizzie McGuire” star paid a visit to Goorin Brothers Hat Shop on Melrose - leaving with a bagful of purchases.

Continuing along with her 7-day work weeks, Katie Holmes has been busy practicing up for the rapidly approaching debut on Broadway in “All My Sons”.

Earlier this morning (September 7), the “Mad Money” mommy was spotted being dropped off at Minetta Lane Theatre in Manhattan - ready to run through her scenes.