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Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame announces 2013 honorees

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The Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame has announced its fourth class of inductees. 

This year's honorees include: Michael Barone, creative director of MODA Men’s Fashions; Jean Bryant, retired Pittsburgh Post-Gazette journalist and founder of the Miss Black Teenage and Mr. African American programs; Tom Julian, style expert and author of “Nordstrom Guide to Men’s Style”; Debbie Norrell, lifestyle editor for the New Pittsburgh Courier; E.B. Pepper, owner of e.b. Pepper in Shadyside; and Marianne Skiba, Emmy Award-winning celebrity makeup artist. Honorees have at least 10 years of experience in the fashion or beauty industry and ties to Pittsburgh. 

For the first time, the hall of fame will recognize an up-and-coming member of Pittsburgh’s fashion and beauty scene, Jacqueline Capatolla, owner of JACQUELINE’s salon and author of “Shear Dreams.”

Inductions will be held at the Omni William Penn Hotel, Downtown, on Sept. 29, the last day of Pittsburgh Fashion Week. Tickets will be available this summer for $65 at www.showclix.com. Information: www.pittsburghfashionweek.com.

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Diane von Furstenberg is back at the Gap with another kids collection

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It’s just about time to get ready for summer, little stylistas — and Diane von Furstenberg wants to help.

The designer has collaborated with GapKids again for her second limited edition collection of clothes and accessories for spring and summer.

Designed with the adventure-loving girl in mind, the GapKids + DVF Explorers collection is colorful and covered with bold African-inspired prints. Apparel includes skinny pants, denim looks and DVF’s signature wrap dresses. There also is swimwear and fun accessories, such as a sun hat, espadrilles and a fashion-forward diaper bag.

Clothing prices range from $25 to $70, while accessories go from $15 to $150. It’s in stores now and online at www.gap.com.     

(Photo: Designer Diane von Furstenberg with children modeling clothes from her latest collection for GapKids.  Photo courtesy of Gap.)

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Starting Monday: Six days of Mother's Day gift ideas

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Mother's Day is May 12 ... are you ready? 

If you're coming up short with something special for mom, or just want to mix up the usual flower bouquet or brunch, Stylebook is here to help.  Starting Monday, we'll feature each day through next Saturday a "make mom happy with ..." gift idea.  

From jewelry and books to beauty and gardening, we've got you covered.   

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