Style Icon of the Week - Kate Moss

There's only a handful of models that can withstand the fickle world of fashion and be just as relevant today as they were over a decade ago. Kate Moss is one of them. I remember my early days right out of Parsons and my first gig at Calvin Klein, just about the height of Kate's career as the official face of CK. And all the drama that went with it (eg. late night fights with Johnny Depp at her hotel and holding up our fittings!) She was high-maintenance even back then! Although I don't approve of her crazy lifestyle (druggie or no druggie,) I do think she's a great style icon. She exudes that effortless chic we all strive for. She's her own stylist without even trying. I recently saw her at Paradise Cove in Malibu with her adorable girl, Lila, and a group of grungie, rocker friends. She looked fabulous as usual in a flowy frock and her signature cool grecian sandals and her "mini me" in tow. Her rocker boys, on the other hand, clad in their black, skinny Ramones jeans were completely out of touch with the laid-back, beachy vibe of Paradise Cove (they belonged back in the East Village or in gray London.) As you all know, this Spring the launch of her new label for Top Shop was a break-out hit at Barney's and online at Top Shop, selling out in seconds. Everyone is ready to fork out the bucks to covet that Kate look. The line features replications of some of her signature looks - the fitted waistcoat, the asymmetrical strapless dress, and the skinny, pegged jean. She knows just how to mix that great vintage find with a high-end designer piece and some off-beat accessory. And someone smart over at Top Shop is trying to package that style and create a frenzy. Meanwhile Kate's laughing all the way to the bank!