Interiors: Donna Karan's Upper West Side Sanctuary

Yesterday, I tuned in to a design forecast presentation for Fall 2013 and became particularly enamored with the megatrend aptly titled Quietude. It's all about finding solace in a fast-paced world, whether through feelings evoked by soft colors and textures or creating a literal refuge – "urban spas" or personal spaces to decompress.

Donna Karan's zen-like apartment is a perfect example of Quietude in practice. As the designer notes, "it’s all about finding the calm in the chaos" or in this case, creating a perfectly tranquil space in the heart of a bustling city.

Images: Richard Powers

Friday Fashion: Adriana Lima for Donna Karan Spring 2012

The last stop on our international tour is the island nation of Haiti, the setting of Donna Karan's spring ad campaign featuring Adriana Lima. First, let me say, Adriana looks G-OR-GEOUS in these photos - like a sexy she-wolf on the prowl.

Next, and perhaps most importantly, is Donna Karan's spring collection, which takes its inspiration from Haiti. Many of the prints and patterns are based on the work of Haitian artist Phillippe Dodard. Donna says, "Every piece is a work of art – Philippe’s art, which is bold, voluptuous, a stroke of emotion – and in our clothes, a stroke of the body, whether expressed in a tribal palette or the ultimate graphic black and white."

"Bringing awareness to Haiti has become a personal passion. For Spring/Summer, it was also my creative inspiration, bringing my two worlds together. This campaign, shot in Jacmel, infuses the vibrant spirit of Haiti into a sexy New York sophistication." – Donna Karan

See more photos including a look behind the scenes at DonnaKaran.com

Images: Russell James for Donna Karan

2012 Met Gala Fave

Well, perhaps, not my absolute favorite, but this Donna Karan Atelier dress is pretty close. Unlike last year's best-dressed choice, this look is less goth and more glam. Nina Dobrev looks absolutely gorgeous!

Here's the original sketch. Slinky and sexy.

I fell in love from the moment I saw the back. The draping from the shoulder plus the train - can I have this, please?!?!

Georgeous!

Did you have a favorite this year?

Images: (1-3) DKNY PR Girl, (4) Jamie Beck