Drew + Grey Gardens = love!

Drew Barrymore as little Edie Bouvier Beale in the new film "Grey Gardens" which debuts Saturday on HBO.

I have only seen the 1975 documentary "Grey Gardens" once, but I was stunned into submission, and sat silent and still for the entire 100 minutes. I was riveted by the story of big Edie and little Edie Bouvier Beale, relatives of Jackie Bouvier Kennedy who live in squalor in their 28-room East Hampton estate.

The documentary is full of fear, sadness, bitterness, wildlife in doors and desolation, but it's also full of uncompromising style. Regardless of their surroundings, clothing and accessories were a large part of the lives of the mother-daughter duo.

You can bet I'll be glued to my seat again at 8 p.m. Saturday when "Grey Gardens" a film based on the story of the Beales and that documentary debuts on HBO. The crazy-fabulous Drew Barrymore plays little Edie, Jessica Lange plays her mother, big Edie. Jeanne

Have you seen the documentary? What did you think? Will you watch on Saturday?

Fashion fashion everywhere

Here's a few fashiony events on the horizon:

Girls’ Night Out: The free event, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at Belk SouthPark, features catering by The Side Porch as well as music, discounts and giveaways. During event hours, guests receive 20% off purchases of sale- and regular-priced women’s contemporary items, including designer brands such as BCBG, Free People and Karen Kane, with limited exclusions.

My Black is Beautiful: The free, interactive event hits Charlotte on Saturday, April 18, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at the Park, 2500 E. Independence Blvd. Among the activities planned are panel discussions led by actress Tasha Smith, from Tyler Perry’s “Why Did I Get Married” and “Daddy’s Little Girls,” and a variety of beauty and health activities. "My Black is Beautiful" is a national campaign to ignite and support a conversation by, for and about black women and the way they are reflected in popular culture.

Charlotte Fashion Week model search: Charlotte, NC Fashion Week is back for a second year (Sept. 10-12 at the Mint Museum) and the search is on for a spokes model. The latest round of auditions will be 6-9p Wednesday, April 22 at Phil and Tony's, 2224 Matthews Township Parkway, Matthews; 704-541-3111. Please check website for model requirements (male and female applicants are wanted), bring comp cards and portfolios and be prepared to walk.

Billy Reid Evening Social: All of the smells, sounds, and charm associated with the brand will come alive for this free event, 6-9p Thursday, April 30 at the SouthPark store. Celebrate the designer's Southern roots with bourbon by Woodford Reserve, food from Price's Chicken Coop and live music. Details: 704-365-6311.

Free Friday: Olay anti-aging skincare

This week's giveaway is the Olay Professional Anti-Aging Starter Protocol, a three-part daily skincare program using Age Repair Lotion SPF 30, Eye Restoration Complex and Wrinkle Smoothing Cream.

Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, I gave away all kinds of goodies every Friday. It's time to bring it back, with a few minor changes. This time around, there is no trivia question. The rules for entry are as follows:

• To enter, send an e-mail to style@charlotteobserver.com. Entries sent/posted elsewhere will not be considered.
• Your e-mail must contain the word OLAY in the subject field of the e-mail.
• Include your name and phone number in the text of the email.
• Entries must be received by 4 p.m. Friday. Entries sent after the deadline will not be considered.
• E-mails that meet the stated criteria will be entered into a random drawing.
• One entry per e-mail address, please. Only the winner will be contacted.
• Please do not post your answers and contact information in the comments section on the blog.

New JLC WearHouse to open April 27

The Junior League WearHouse, which recently announced plans to move the store after 15 years in Elizabeth, will open at the new location in Plaza-Midwood on Monday, April 27.

Started in 1936, the WearHouse sells new overstock and donated used clothing for men, women and children, as well as home decor.

To celebrate the move to 1117 Pecan Ave. (the former Sherwin-Williams building), there will be a grand opening party 4-7 p.m. April 30. In addition, all merchandise will be 20 percent off April 30-May 2.

The store will be open at it's current Fourth Street location until April 23, then close for the move and reopen Monday, April 27 at the new location.

I haven't been inside the new space yet, but those who have tell me it's bright, spacious and there is ample parking.

Spring fever: Accessories

(TODD SUMLIN PHOTO -- CHARLOTTE OBSERVER)

Animal prints, especially reptilian-influenced, are a strong spring trend this year. And, as a bonus, well-placed animal print is timeless.

There is no reason to have to choose between fashion and frugality this spring.

The key is accessories. Handbags, shoes, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, belts, scarves, sunglasses, headbands – the list is seemingly endless. So are the opportunities.

Read more about the flexibility of spring accessories in Thursday's Style section.

Accessories can breathe life into your existing wardrobe. With the switch of a pair of shoes, a belt or handbag, your look can go from rocker chic to ladies who lunch in an instant.

A shift dress can be reborn with the addition of a funky belt. No one knows that better than first lady Michelle Obama, who gave her black, studded Azzedine Alaia belt a workout during a recent trip to Europe.

My faves? Shoes, of course, followed closely by handbags. Quickly picking up steam are scarves, big necklaces and earrings.

What are your favorite accessories?

Free Friday: Flora by Gucci fragrance

This week's giveaway is a bottle of Flora by Gucci eau de toilette. The fragrance has hints of citrus, peony, rose and sandalwood.

Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, I gave away all kinds of goodies every Friday. It's time to bring it back, with a few minor changes. This time around, there is no trivia question. The rules for entry are as follows:

• To enter, send an e-mail to style@charlotteobserver.com. Entries sent/posted elsewhere will not be considered.
• Your e-mail must contain the word GUCCI in the subject field of the e-mail.
• Include your name and phone number in the text of the email.
• Entries must be received by 4 p.m. Friday. Entries sent after the deadline will not be considered.
• E-mails that meet the stated criteria will be entered into a random drawing.
• One entry per e-mail address, please. Only the winner will be contacted.
• Please do not post your answers and contact information in the comments section on the blog.

"Project Runway" vs. "Fashion Show"

Do you think they'll fight over who gets to play Michael Kors, Nina Garcia and Heidi Klum? I'm thinking Kelly and Fern can hang when it comes to dismissive eyerolls and grunting a la Miss Nina.

UPDATE: So, I log off for a sec and find out that "Project Runway" has been given the OK to move to Lifetime. No word on an air date yet.

Bravo today issued a press release announcing "The Fashion Show," which will debut on the cable network at 10 p.m. May 7.

Fifteen designers will compete for $125,000 and a chance to have their designs sold in the retail market on the show. Hosts will be designer Isaac Mizrahi, singer Kelly Rowland and Fern Mallis, Senior Vice President of IMG Fashion.

Harper's Bazaar is involved, too: the magazine's Special Projects Director Laura Brown will decide the winner of the Mini Challenge every week. Participants will also face an elimination challenge.

Check out the designers here. There are no Charlotteans on the list; Southern designers in mix are from Atlanta and Tennessee.

Will you watch the new show? Will you cry for Nina, Tim Gunn and Mr. Kors? Or are you hoping that Isaac, Kelly and Fern and come up with something more fresh than "Auf wiedersehen."