Really, it is the Hammerstein Ballroom but for some reason Leslie Feist repeatedly called out to the audience at the “Hammerstone” again and again last night. This past Tuesday and Wednesday, Feist filled the NYC venue to capacity, bringing together a very eclectic crowd of downtowners and American Idol fans. Not what I expected at first, but I guess it makes sense after all: Feist blew up the f* up last year and rallied together a massive following with her soft lullabies of passion and poetry. Yes, it is a proven fact (I’ve read it somewhere), Feist is addictive. I’ve experienced it, you’ve experienced it; hell, my girl’s mom only owns one CD (The Reminder) which is on constant rotation in her car for months now.

That said, there are some downsides to this. One, the aforementioned (lolli)pop fans in attendance. Two, the constant bickering between friends trying to claim ultimate wisdom and ownership of the music after just a few licks of each new song: “My Moon My Man!, Yes!” “Whoa, Mushaboom!” “That’s my song!” “No wait, this is my song.” Third, even the dudes try to sing along. And I don’t mean muted, barely-moving-your-lips-on-your-way-home-from-work-on-the-subway singing-along.

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Visually as appealing as her work, Najwa Moses has mastered her game as a stylish tastemaker and an earring connoisseur. Taking the industry by storm with her large personality and explosive sense of style, you can find footprints of Najwa on the side of great designers, fashion events and behind the mic on interviewing for her video-podcast, The In List.

With the release of Salte, picturesque and one of a kind art for your lobes, Najwa has introduced her debut collection “The Hollywood Set”. Playing on the characters in the thick of the entertainment world, each piece is designed to represent it’s name and scene such as the The Stylist, The BFF, The Celebrity and of course, The Blogger.

The best part about these gems? They are all hand-made, lightweight, 100% leather (except where noted) and make a statement without saying a word.

Bonus! Check out this video with Najwa interviewing TRACE Editor-in-Chief Claude Grunitzky and designer Diane Von Furstenberg.

Check out more about Najwa and grab some of her collection on Styleaholics.