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A popular Beverly Hills-based fashion designer was found guilty of sexually assaulting seven young women and was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday.

Anand Jon Alexander was found guilty of one count of rape and fifteen counts of sexual assault and other charges. The trial took two months and tainted the fashion world with negative issues.

The jury was composed of six men and six women. It took seven days for them to deliberate on the case and eventually came up with a unanimous decision.

The convicted designer showed almost no emotion as the verdict was being read by the court clerk in front of a crowded courtroom. His sister was visibly stunned with the decision, however.
Prosecutors stressed outside the court that serial rapists and child molesters will not be tolerated ever.

“This jury today has sent a message that our communities will not tolerate serial rapists and child molesters like Anand Jon. They will be held accountable, and the victims will get justice,” Deputy Dist. Atty. Frances Young said.

Meanwhile, defense lawyer Leonard Levine said that Alexander plans to appeal the case and will ask for a new trial.

Alexander was arrested in March last year after one woman accused him of rape.

The Fall and Winter season of 2008 is here. The colder weather not only means that you have to take out you wool coats and kid gloves. It is also time to look at handbag trends for the Fall and Winter Season. This year, the handbag trends is leaning towards structured pieces with tassels and hardware to match. A few designers are also releasing romantic pieces full of frill and brocade. In short, handbag would make a great Christmas gift for her!

LINKS A LA CHANEL – Chanel is known for its quilted bags with link handles. Now, designers like Marc Jacobs are picking up the trend again. The Louis Vuitton genius has released a line of bags that sport link shoulder straps. They come in all colors from clay to a tangy brown. His own line also has the Stam Bag that sports a link handle.

LACE ROMANCE – Lace is also a big handbag trend this season. Black lace on cream may be tacky for a runway dress. But, it’s divine for handbags. Prada’s Pizzo S Satchel is rich and lacey. Covered from top to bottom with the richest lace it is sure to stand out. Cheaper versions are also available at Spiegel.

FRINGE AWAY – Fringe is also a hot handbag trend this season. But, fringe is something that could go horribly wrong if not done right. The right way to do fringe is embodied in Gucci’s Babouska Shoulder Bag.

Suburst Stam Bag

Pizzo S Satchel Prada

Babouska Shoulder Bag Gucci