The CW's new hit show, Remodeled is set to launch in Minneapolis on January 17, at one of the top modeling agencies in Minneapolis.  Brita Jackson gave me a look inside her revamped agency, Arquette and Associates, and her first interview before the show premiere.

One glance around the agency is enough to see that a total remodel has taken place. The vibrant colors, the new logo, the sense of organization, all scream Paul Fisher. But, the remodel goes much deeper; Paul's structure gives Brita the ability to place her models with agencies around the world, maximizing their exposure.

One of the biggest changes to the agency is the commitment to work with models who sign exclusive contracts with Arquette, which is a vastly different approach than other agencies in the Twin Cities. A majority of models in this area rely on as many as three or four agencies to find them work. 

Ok, so the fun part, Jonathan and I had a chance to watch this episode and we LOVE it! The show promises a story line that includes drama and a happy ending (well not always). There's plenty of the usual reality show amusement, and mesmerizing personalities you cant get enough of on Remodeled. Brita makes a surprise decision at the end of the episode, so watch out!

Like us on Facebook to check out our behind-the-scenes interviews with the stars of the show, including an interview with Kaela Humphries (she makes a cameo appearance).

*Modeling industry veteran Paul Fisher is planning to bring together hundreds of small agencies around the world in a new venture called The Network. The Network will give Paul the leverage to change the industry from the inside out. He has two missions: to make sure agents in small towns no longer get screwed, and to empower models to take control of their careers and lead healthier lives.

Its time for MNFashion Week!  While not as renowned, ormaybe even as glamorous as fashion week in other cities, this incredible weekis a reminder that there is a dynamic and stimulating fashion scene right herein MN. 

This week the fun begins, Thursday, Sept. 29, join us at BarLurcat in downtown Minneapolis,where youll have a chance to network with the fashion community and hear fromyour favorite designers.

Throughout the week, Ill bring you the exclusive from therunway shows and fashion soirees on Facebook and Twitter, plus a recap of theevents on Airwaves.

For a full rundown of the events check out http://mnfashionweek.com/ 

Hint: Donate $5 to receive a MNfashionWeek button that will hook you up with extended happy hour at ourofficial home of MNfashion Week, Bar Lurcat, all week long.

PLUS, Button wearers extend their happy hour Monday, Oct. 3-Saturday Oct. 8,from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

We just got done shooting a promo for Free to Be Green 2011 at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. While we were shooting we met some new friends.

We got to the exhibit just in time to watch the baby monkey perform some Cirque du Soleil style moves.  The family of four had us entertained the entire shoot. 

We also got up close and personal with the giraffes, zebras and ostriches, and you can too!  While checking out these amazing animals you can learn more about environmental issues facing Minnesota, and what we can do to help!

Join us at Como Zoo on September 17th, 2011 from 10am to 4pm for Free to Be Green 2011and hang out with The CW Twin Cities and our friends Cleanairchoice.org, Metro Transit, the Minnesota Swarm! We will be playing games and giving out prizes all day!

-Carly + Jonathan

From Los Angeles to New York shoppers everywhere will be celebrating the best fashion party of the year. Fashion's Night Out is where you can show your love for local and national designers, and check out new fall collections at in-store trunk shows. 

The global effort to get shoppers shopping was a phenomenal success last year and for a second year in a row, Edina's shopping haven,Galleria, will host FNO. 

There are several Galleria specials I'm looking forward to this year; STYLEDLIFE, a favorite of mine, will have an eyelash bar and host its 3^rd annual runway walk-off. Also, Melly will play host to local designer Anne M. Cramer, who will showcase her new fall collection; Glamourpuss NYC trunk show.

Don't forget the deals!  Eileen Fisher will be offering $25 off a purchase of $100, snag 25% off a Pendleton, and more. Not to mention the food, drink and entertainment!

For a full list of participating stores visit:

http://www.galleriaedina.com/events/fashions-night-out-2011/

And to find out more about the global event check out:

http://www.fashionsnightout.com/

Will you be celebrating the most fashionable event of the year? 

If you weren't at the first-ever Twin Cities Style Off event on August 13th, you really missed out. Although, I'm not sure the venue could have accommodated many more people.

Second Debut played host to Richard Moody's Style Off creation. A competition pitting 10 metro stylists against one another for the title of Best Stylist in the Twin Cities.

Stylists participating included: Cathy Christensen, Ranosha Coffett, Dustin Dorris, Aimee Kriegl, Catrice ONeal, Susan Metzger, Danielle St. Urban, Sarah Ung, Dawn Johnson and Destinee Williams.

Each competitor had a long list of credentials including: wardrobe stylists, fashion bloggers, boutique owners and even a Hollywood film stylist! One of my favorite things about this event was the way the competition was set-up. Hosts Bill Tamlyn and Richard Moody explained each stylist would be paired with a professional model, then have 20 minutes to give them a whole new look " outfitting them with accessories and clothing entirely from Second Debut, then, theyd do the same for a everyday shoppers.

While the stylists scrambled to dress their models, the rest of us were entertained by the vocal stylings of Minnesota native, Auburn. You may know her from the catchy tune La La La, if not, google it; and the DJ-ing of DJ Phat from 96.3 NOW.

A tense 20-minutes later the stylists paraded their creations down the runway and the judges* used their expertise to score the fashions. I cant speak for the judges, but I was thoroughly impressed with what I saw. Each stylist showcased creative and appropriate looks that made me think, I would wear that. And whats more, the clothes FIT the models, it takes me a whole day to find jeans that cover my childbearing hips, and these creative minds did it for strangers in 20 minutes. It's not fair.

A few free fashion tips I picked up from the stylists during the runway show:

• Mix your metals " Wear gold and silver together. Gasp!

• Wear black with brown or navy. Brown, black and navy are neutral colors; therefore, you can wear them with pretty much anything. Yes, including each other.

• Jewel tones, jewel tones, jewel tones.

• Sequins is still in " will always be in " and has always been in.

• And my favorite (compliments of an audience member): If its wider than it is long, its wrong.

Susan Metzgers edgy and out-of-the-box fashions (a necklace draped over one shoulder, genius) snagged her the title of Best TC Stylist and the opportunity to style the next fall and spring fashion shows at the Fine Line Music Cafe.

Second Debut is operated by Goodwill/Easter Seals Minnesota, a program that supports and prepares people for work. The money raised at this event was donated to that program.

*Judges included: Allison Kaplan, Keith Dorset, Linda Froiland, Steven Be, Susan Kim and Sarah Ramsey.

The Minnesota State Fair is right around the corner and Minnesotans are all wondering what the new and craziest foods are going to be. In the past years hoards of fair-goers have been introduced to fried Twinkies, fried Snickers bars and basically every conceivable thing that you can poke a stick into and convince people is edible. This year there is no way that the fair will disappoint.

Here is what you should check out:

Grilled Yankee Apple Pie and Chocolate Sandwich

Where: Moe & Joe's Espresso Bar

What: Brioche bread filled with apples and spices covered in a layer of chocolate, grilled then sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Why: Can you say sugar high? This is probably the sweetest thing you are going to find at the State Fair. Pro: You are going to be bouncing off the walls after this one  | Con:Bouncing off the walls and all of that sugary goodness is going to all add up to a pretty intense Rip Van Winkle-esque food coma.

Deep Fried Cookie Dough

Where: Sonnys Spiral Chips or Tomato Potato

What: The name explains itself balls of cookie dough thrown into a deep fryer

Why: Everybody likes cookie dough and everybody likes fried put two and two together

 Breakfast Lollipop

Where: Axels

What: Sausage patty on-a-stick with a side of maple syrup

Why: Ummm are you for real??? It is BREAKFAST!!.ON-A-STICK!!!!

Honorable Mention

What We Want To See Next Year

It has come to my attention that other smaller fairs around the country are serving fried Kool-Aid balls. Although this sounds pretty weird,I feel that fairgoers next year would welcome this odd finger food with a nice warm Minnesota greeting.