Lauren Conrad Reveals Essential Fashion Items

Lauren Conrad says a little black dress, a pair of skinny jeans and a blazer are essential items in any girl's wardrobe. The former star of "The Hills", who has released her own fashion book "Style", believes that by owning those pieces women will always have something to fall back on if they can't find anything to wear.

She said, "Every girl should have a little black dress, a great boyfriend blazer and a pair of skinny jeans in their wardrobe."

Lauren follows her own fashion advice and says she couldn't live without her Stella McCartney little black dress because it's so versatile. She said, "My black, tiered Stella McCartney dress wasn't as short on the rack; I had my tailor transform it into a mini."

"I've worn it with a strand of classic pearls, paired with tights and a blazer, and under a shrunken leather jacket with gladiator heels. One dress so many looks."

Speaking about skinny jeans, Lauren, 24, said, "They may not be the jean for everyone, but they're definitely my go-to cut. I wear them with a tank top and sandals, or tucked into boots with loads of layers."

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Lauren Conrad Spices Up the Mall of America

She’s always been a fan of shopping, and Lauren Conrad was spotted at the Mall of America doing a promotional visit yesterday (October 19).

The Reality TV star/designer/author signed copies of her books “Sugar and Spice” and “Lauren Conrad Style” at the Best Buy Rotunda inside the Bloomington, Minnesota locale.

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Lauren Conrad Book Signing In Her Hometown

Fans of Lauren Conrad flocked to Laguna Beach Books on Saturday afternoon as the reality star they watched grow up returned to her hometown as an accomplished author and designer.

Conrad signed her latest novel, "Sugar and Spice," and "Lauren Conrad Style" for about 200 people. Though Conrad now spends most of her time in L.A., she still has a home in Laguna and comes back whenever she can.

"It's a little more laid back," said Conrad, adding she misses the beaches when she's away. "Of course we have Malibu, but it's not the same."

Fans, many of them teens, came from around Orange County and beyond for the book signing. When it comes to style, Conrad said she encouraged girls to be creative and make mistakes.

"It's important to develop your personal style," she said. "When you're younger, I think it's easier to go with the crowd."

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Lauren Conrad Book Signing At Changing Hands

Lauren Conrad signs copies of her books 'Lauren Conrad Style Guide' and 'Sugar & Spice' in Tempe, AZ at Changing Hands Book Store on October 10, 2010.

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Lauren Conrad Visits Live! with Regis & Kelly

Lauren Conrad appeared on Live! with Regis and Kelly to promote her two new books, "Sugar and Spice" and "Lauren Conrad Style Guide." The episode aired yesterday but was filmed last Tuesday, October 5, 2010. Click here for pictures.

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Lauren Conrad: Barnes & Noble Book Promoter

Lauren Conrad poses at her book signing For "Sugar And Spice" and 'Lauren Conrad Style Guide' at Barnes & Noble bookstore at The Grove on on October 8, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.

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Lauren Conrad: JFK Airport En Route To LAX

Finished up with a jam-packed promotional stay in New York City, Lauren Conrad packed her things and boarded a plane at JFK Airport on Thursday afternoon (October 7).

The former "Hills" star busily pecked away on her mobile phone as she passed through the terminal, ready to head home to Los Angeles as she continues to do press duties for her two new books, Sugar and Spice and the Lauren Conrad Style Guide.

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Lauren Conrad: Ravishing in Ridgewood

Pushing forth with her month-long promotional tour, Lauren Conrad attended a scheduled meet and greet in Ridgewood, NJ on Wednesday (October 6).

Making her way to the local BookEnds bookstore, the former "Hills" hottie looked adorable as she signed copies of her two new literary offerings, Sugar and Spice and the Lauren Conrad Style Guide.

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Lauren Conrad: Barnes & Noble Book Promoter

Getting into promotional mode, Lauren Conrad appeared at the Barnes & Noble on 86th and Lexington in New York City on Tuesday (October 5).

The 24-year-old looked adorable in a short white frock with lace hems as she posed for pictures before taking a seat to greet fans and sign copies of her two new books, Sugar and Spice and the Lauren Conrad Style Guide.

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Lauren Conrad Visits "Live with Regis and Kelly"

Stepping out for her all-important press duties, Lauren Conrad paid a visit to "Live with Regis and Kelly" in NYC on Tuesday (October 5).

Looking cute in a green toned dress, the former "Hills" hottie was there to promote her new book Sugar and Spice.

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BOOK TOUR: Sugar & Spice, LC Style

Lauren Conrad's book tour schedule for Sugar & Spice and Lauren Conrad Style is set for October 2010. Lauren will be available for book signings at the locations and dates listed below. Contact the bookstore for more information about events.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 4:30 pm
Barnes & Noble Upper East Side, New York, NY

Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at 4:30 pm
Bookends, Ridgewood, NJ

Friday, October 8, 2010 at 7 pm
Barnes & Noble at the Grove, Los Angeles, CA

Saturday, October 9, 2010 at 2 pm
Borders, Redmond, WA

Sunday, October 10, 2010 at 2 pm
Changing Hands Bookstore, Tempe, AZ

Monday, October 11, 2010 at TBD
Cal Berkeley Bookstore, Berkeley, CA

Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at 6 pm
B&N Mall of America, Bloomington, MN

Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at 6 pm
Borders Preston Road, Dallas, TX

Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 7 pm
Barnes & Noble, Alpharetta, GA

Friday, October 22, 2010 at 5 pm
Sam’s Club, Metairie, LA

Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 2 pm
Barnes & Noble, Cary, NC

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Lauren Conrad Style: Behind The Scenes

Take a look at what goes on behind the scenes as author and TV star Lauren Conrad does a photo shoot for the cover of her upcoming style guide book, Lauren Conrad Style.

"Lauren is the perfect combination of classic girl and up-to-the-moment trend setter. There's not a girl alive who wouldn't want a little of her style magic!"  -Ann Shoket Editor in Chief, Seventeen magazine

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Lauren Conrad: Herve Leger Hottie

Having been keeping a low profile since "The Hills" finale aftershow, Lauren Conrad was spotted out shopping in Los Angeles, California on Monday (July 26).

Wearing rainbow shoes, cut-off shorts, a grey hooded sweatshirt and flip-flops, the former MTV reality star popped into Herve Leger clothing store to grab a few additions to her wardrobe.

As for what she's got going on in the career end of things, Lauren recently chatted about her upcoming book tour with Cupcake mag.

She tells, "I have a book tour coming up in the beginning of October. Actually it’s a double tour for my third novel, Sugar & Spice, and a Style guide that I wrote (Lauren Conrad Style). Besides that I have the clothing lines to keep me busy, but I am also looking for the perfect project to produce. I’ve always loved the production side of entertainment and would love to be a part of it. I just want to be careful to select a show that I’ll love. I want my first one to be great!"

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