The room was packed for Max and Lubov Azria of BCBG Max Azria, whose silk print dresses, magnificent furs, and over-sized jackets were full of exoticism. The designers said they drew inspiration from "the beautiful history inlaid within the architecture of Istanbul and the eclectic style of the Gypsies of Southern Europe."

Biking around New York takes Rob McFarland off-trail and into less-seen neighbourhoods.

The Big Apple has myriad temptations for time away from Fashion Week events.

A walk through Manhattan's main thoroughfares during New York Fashion Week reveals some of the sartorial sides of the city.

Leggy blondes and glamorous brunettes - it was definitely the bus for the Gossip Girl tour.

Can accommodation be all things to all people? Samuel Muston checks in to find out.

This boutique New York City hotel is one of a growing number of accommodation providers to invert the 'gay-friendly' tag and market itself as a 'straight-friendly gay hotel'.

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A lawyer for Katie Holmes denies reports she has filed for an emergency custody and child support hearing.

Less than two hours' drive north of Manhattan is the beautiful and historic Hudson Valley - home to America's oldest continuously operated inn.

Shelley Bridgeman goes where the wind takes her on a return visit to New York.

Obey orders and you'll survive famed West Point, writes Rob McFarland.

In a global recession, the opportunity to relive one of the world's deadliest peacetime disasters might seem a tough sell. Yet tickets have been sold out for months.

Peter Calder on the documentary of Rob Hamill's solemn journey to Cambodia where his brother was killed by the Khmer Rouge.

Kevin Pilley looks on as the super-fit rise to the occasion.

The author of the hugely-popular 1,000 Places To See Before You Die reveals her absolute favourite travel destinations.

Kanye West's ex-girlfriend and model, Amber Rose, points the finger at Kim Kardashian for causing their split.

Despite Twitter rumours that Beyonce had given birth to a baby girl, her sister says she's still pregnant.

This steel-cloaked design hotel is in the heart of Manhattan's fashionable Chelsea district.