Benji Madden of Good Charlotte talks about style

Rockstar Style

Twins Benji and Joel Madden of the band Good Charlotte are easy to recognize, thanks in part to their distinctive tattoo-and-eyeliner look. Now, the rock stars have teamed up with Macy's to name a few of their favorite things for girls from the American Rag brand.

The duo will give a concert and sign autographs at 2 p.m. Saturday at the juniors department of Macy's in Rosedale Center. (Customers who make at least a $50 purchase will get VIP access to meet the Maddens and receive a download card featuring an exclusive acoustic version of Good Charlotte's new single, "Like It's Her Birthday.")

We caught up with Benji Madden, who called from a rental car "somewhere between Boston and Rhode Island."

Q Why clothes for girls?

A We kind of felt like guys don't really want to walk into a store and see other guys and say, "I want to look like that guy." With girls, it's kind of cool, "What about something like this, this, and this?" We didn't design, we went through the season and what American Rag is doing to find things we liked and things that were cool for girls.

Q So what's cool for girls?

Q Whose style do you admire?

A My sister-in-law Nicole [Richie] has the best style of any girl on the planet. Effortlessly stylish. She'd be No. 1. And Gwen Stefani.

Q Describe your personal style.

A I'm the man with no style. I've kind of stuck to what I felt comfortable in. Black, old-school Vans, fedoras and trucker hats, I usually cut the sleeves off my T-shirts because I'm playing a show and it works. I always have a bandana in my pocket.

Q Do you share clothes with Joel?

Q How did you dress as kids?

A We dressed exactly the same, because our mother dressed us. We were little twin baby dolls.

Q Do you usually spend a lot of time in malls?

A Absolutely. When we're on tour, you can hit a mall and get anything you need. There aren't many left, but whenever there's a record store, I go there. I love them -- they are few and far between nowadays.

Talk about unmentionables Sarah White is something of a superhero when it comes to making undergarments. She named her new line of custom lingerie Jagress, after her personal superhero -- her childhood self with a blanket as a cape.

Thu., 4 to 8 p.m.; Fri. and Sat., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jagress Intimates booth at La Bratique, 5007 France Av. S. (second floor), Edina, 612-325-6620. Contact Sarah White directly at jagressintimates@gmail.com.

Spring 2011 preview

During Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, American designers showed off their looks for spring 2011. Here's what to look for now, to be ready for the next season:

High-low hems: Drama comes in all shapes and sizes. While hemlines are generally longer, there are tons of uneven options.

Shades of white: White and off-white are hot hues for spring. On the flip side, you won't see much black.

Texture: Crochet and lace are among the ways that you'll add depth to your fabrics.

Minimalist: Think simple silhouettes and tailoring for a clean, fresh feel.

SALES AND EVENTS

C'est Chic fall preview: Meet designer Gretchen Grey and see her current jewelry during a trunk show. Also on tap: Skin care products by Aihu.

6 to 8 p.m., 200 3rd Av. N., Mpls., 612-339-1600.

Thu. and Fri., 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 901 Nicollet Mall, 612-338-5950 and Sat., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ridgedale, Minnetonka, 952-591-0737.

Dirty Dolls trunk show: 1920s-inspired lingerie in sizes 30C to 38DDD. Includes champagne and a bra fitting. The first 20 customers receive gift bags. Appointments preferred.

10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thu. and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fri. and Sat., La Bratique, 5007 France Av. S., Edina, 612-325-6620.

Ladies Night Out: Stop by the water fountain on 50th Street to pick up a special bag and then visit 45 participating stores, which have refreshments and giveaways. Bring your used or new nylons to be donated to Matter of Trust, which uses nylons in efforts to clean oil spills.

4 to 8 p.m. Thu., 50th and France, Edina, www.50thandfrance.com.

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri. and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., Max's, 3831 Grand Way, St Louis Park, 952-922-8364, www.stylebymax.com. Private appointments available.

Annual leather event: Jackets, skirts, pants, boots and handbags by Marvin Richards, Andrew Marc, DKNY, Nicole Miler, Kenneth Cole and Dana Buchman.

10:00 a.m. to 6 p.m., Second Debut, 4300 W. 36 1/2 St., Mpls., 952-922-9640 and Second Debut2, 1825 W. University Av., St. Paul, 651-645-5048.

V State presents Runway on the Rooftop: Fall and winter fashions, free hors d'oeuvres, a complimentary drink and swag bags for the first 50 guests.

6 p.m., Sky Bar at Cafeteria, 3001 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls., $10 tickets available at V State and www.vitalculture.com and $15 at the door.