Ashley and I very excited about our new book, Influence, scheduled to release this Fall. We have been working diligently over the past year and just this week, finished the book and sent it to print. We are thrilled with the outcome and can’t wait to share it with you!

xx,
MK

That’s right, loyal MKA fans! You could win your very own Parachute dress from the Elizabeth and James Spring 2008 collection! Click here to learn how!

Good luck, everyone!

xx,
The Mystery Blogger

Hey everyone,

Based off the comments that have been left on the blog, many of you are upset April’s Hip Picks aren’t live yet. Just wanted you to know we’re working on them and hopefully will have them up on the site very soon!

Ash and MK are traveling internationally for a couple weeks so keep an eye on the site for blogs about and photos from their trip, as well as updates from them about The Row, Elizabeth and James, “The Wackness” and so much more!

xo,
The Mystery Blogger

So excited to let you know the Elizabeth III blazer from the Spring Elizabeth and James collection will be featured in a fashion segment tomorrow on NBC’s Today Show! Hosted by ELLE magazine’s Joe Zee, the segment will focus on the hottest blazers and tuxedo jackets for Spring. Be sure to tune in at 8am ET/PT to check it out!

xx,
The Mystery Blogger

We asked and boy, did the Mary-Kate and Ashley fans around the world deliver! A huge thanks to all who took the time to send in your ideas for future Hip Picks topics. We received so many it’s taking while to get through them all, but we’re nearly there! Stay tuned for this month’s Hip Picks which will be posted shortly. Also, visit the site often for more answers to your questions through Hip Picks, Fashion Picks and sp much more!

Again, a big thanks for all your input and support!

xx,
The Mystery Blogger

Hey everyone,

Ashley and MK are working on their Hip Picks for the coming month and need your input! What sorts of things do you want to know about them? Are you curious what their thoughts are on current events, fashion, music, art? Or do you want to know more about their past adventures like filming their movies or television series, attending special events, meeting certain people? They want to know what you want to know so be sure to drop a note in the comments section and check back next week for the latest Hip Picks posted live on mary-kateandashley.com!

xx
The Mystery Blogger

Hey everyone, Mystery Blogger here. Have you heard about Ashley and Mary-Kate’s latest venture?! They’re writing a new book! Check out the official press release:

Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen — Business Women, Designers and Global Style Icons –
to Pen a New Book, INFLUENCE, for Penguin Young Readers Group

Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen will pen a new book, Influence (the working title) for Razorbill, a division of Penguin Young Readers Group, it was announced today. Influence will be published Fall 2008.

Influence introduces readers to respected artists, seasoned designers and others who have influenced Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen over the past decade. The book will feature influential figures including; Christian Louboutin, Lauren Hutton, Bob Colacello, Terry Richardson, Jack Pierson and Robert Lee Morris. A coffee table book, Influence includes exclusive photographs of Ashley and Mary-Kate from world renowned photographer Rankin, and a wide variety of other never-before-seen materials and interviews from Mary-Kate and Ashley’s personal collections. This unique book is edited by fashion and arts writer Derek Blasberg and designed by eminent book designer Rodrigo Corral.

Ashley Olsen said of the project, “Mary-Kate and I have filled Influence with the most interesting, challenging, creative people we know—the ones who helped pave the way for us and our generation.”

Mary-Kate Olsen said of the project: “Our collaboration with Penguin on Influence is exciting because we are bringing something unique to the market. Ashley and I interviewed the people who have inspired us, with the hope that they will inspire and teach others.”

Some more insider details I can share: Ashley and Mary-Kate held individual photo shoots for the book and the pictures are gorgeous! Ashley and MK have been working on this book for almost two years now and are very excited about its release in the Fall (around September hopefully). I’ll keep you posted as more details can be shared!

Cheers,
The Mystery Blogger

Hi everyone,

Your response to our Q&A with Lorri, Ashley and MK’s personal colorist, was amazing! A special congrats to Kelsey M., Parisa F., and Natalie G., who each won a signed copy of Lorri’s book “The Hair Color Mix Book”!

Remember, Lorri is joining our team as a “Beauty Insider” which means she’s here to answer all your hair color questions. Post your questions here and Lorri will have answers to everyone after the New Year!

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday season,

Mystery Blogger

Hi everyone,

Today we launched the first edition of “Ask a Beauty Insider” and are featuring a Q&A with Lorri Goddard-Clark! We have worked with Lorri since we were 12 years old. She is without a doubt the most talented colorist out there. We love her and appreciate her incredible talent.

Enjoy her at-home recipes for color here. They are lots of fun!

xx,
Ashley and MK

Hey everyone!

Ashley and Mary-Kate have updated their Style Feeds on StyleFeeder.com!  Just in time for holiday shopping, check out everything your fave style icons are loving this season! 

Happy Thanksgiving,

Mystery blogger

PS: There’s still time to win an exclusive crystal embellished iPod shuffle.  The contest closes this Sunday so enter now!