New York (USA) – Cuban-American fashion designer Narciso Rodriguez, known for his sleek and sculpted fashion design, has been selected "Mercedes-Benz Presents" designer for this season's spring 2010 fashion shows, which will be held at Bryant Park from September 10-17, 2009.

As a Mercedes-Benz Presents designer, Narciso is being recognized and supported for his dedication to quality materials, unique style and innovative design. He joins an influential group of past MB Presents designers including Monique Lhuillier, Badgley Mischka, Yigal Azrouel, Red Carter and Chado Ralph Rucci.

Returning to the iconic tents of Fashion Week for a second season, Narciso’s spring collection is greatly influenced by the work of British abstract sculptor Barbara Hepworth. "The three dimensional and graphic shapes that are her work became a constant source of inspiration while I sketched and created the coming season," the designer commented.

Narciso Rodriguez has redefined American style over the last two decades, designing key looks in popular culture including Michelle Obama's Election Day dress and the wedding gown that Carolyn Bessette wore when she married John Kennedy, Jr.

His style is American with a European influence and Latin at heart pulling inspiration from architectural design, haute couture and his Cuban heritage. He has received international recognition for his role in the fashion community including being named one of the "25 Most Influential Hispanics in America" by Time Magazine and three CFDA awards.  New York (USA) – Manhattan-based fashion designer Rachel Roy's new diffusion line, Rachel Rachel Roy, has rolled into more than 80 Macy’s stores exclusively just in time for the fall fashion season.

The collection – a fresh and edgy take on Roy's signature design aesthetic – offers contemporary sportswear, footwear and accessories that embody an uptown meets downtown point of view.

"I'm always inspired by women I meet – how they dress, how they put outfits together," said Roy. "Accessible fashion has always been a passion of mine and was a priority consideration in creating this new line. I chose to design the collection for the younger sister of Rachel Roy."

Offering designer-infused product at affordable prices, the collection features bright patterns and graffiti prints, chunky sweaters, t-shirts with great details, leggings, leather bombers and party dresses for all occasions.

The line will retail from $59 to $299 for sportswear, $79 to $199 for footwear, $40 to $195 for jewelry and $69 to $109 for handbags.