I admit I love my iPhone, my iPad, my computer, etc. I guess you could say I am a gadget girl. I covet the latest anything when it comes to electronics, as long as it looks good, too. I must accessorize my circuit-boarded components with the coolest covers, plugs, or whatever makes them match. After all, this fashionista must be coordinated in all ways.

The recent “rear-view mirror” look at Los Angeles’s urban development proposed by the Getty Research Institute explores its architectural legacy, as it attempts to reframe the public’s perception of Los Angeles as a model of urban chaos, espousing instead that the city’s development was the result of a planned and deliberate endeavor to deal with the extraordinary pace of economic and population growth.

It has been said that clothes do not make the person; well it sure does make or break your attitude. Let’s face it, when you look good, you feel good. On days you need a quick pick me up, accessorize with a scarf! It is that simple.

We all know that it’s a good idea to put on sunscreen. Most of us are just trying to keep from getting burned, and at worst . . . developing a nasty little melanoma that might go wonky, turn malignant, and set out to kill us. But there’s more to sunscreen than just protecting against cancer.

The “Early Autumn” fashion editorial was photographed by Kaylene Peoples, modeled by Felix Weso, styled by Eveline Morel, with hair and grooming by Tara Daniels. Featured are the following lines: Madison Park Collective, Carapace, Krammer & Stoudt, Seven Times Seven, Hyden Yoo, and Sombrio Cartel.

Jeff Linett photographs Survivors of the End “Couture 10 Months After Armageddon” fashion editorial, featuring Sarah Svetlana and fashion by Merlin Castell for the Statement.

Natascha Hopkins is one of Hollywood’s top female stunt women, whose stunt and acting work can be seen in many recent Box Office hits and TV series, including Django, After Earth, Mad Max, Transformers, and more. She recently launched an active-wear and life-style collection, Capo Nata, and talks about her work alongside top Hollywood talent and the inspiration for her clothing line.

The never-ending quest for beauty has led us to some pretty unusual (Vampire Facial, anyone?) places. The constant advertised onslaught of quick fixes, strange remedies, and fabulous cure-alls are enough to keep the curiosity of even the most jaded beauty junkies. But after decades of research, mishaps, trial, and lots and lots of error . . . we’ve learned that there’s probably no such thing as lightning in a bottle.

Arun Nevader photographed Donna Karan’s RTW Spring 2014 collection during Mercedes Benz Fashion New York. “How to turn the sensuality and ease of a hand-blocked scarf into a chic urban wardrobe of day-into-night options.” —Donna Karan.

The autumn/winter runway featured more than a few looks that pay homage to the quintessential “punk” princess: heavy liner and clear-glossed or nude lips, or dark lip colors against an otherwise bare face.