Harlow seeing her dad perform for the very 1st time!

Joel twittered this cute photo of Nicole and Harlow outside the zoo:

Joel also commented on the gorilla, twittering:

We also when to America’s first Zoo. Harlow really enjoyed the Hippos. Nicole somehow found a way convince Harlow that i am a gorilla.

Nicole and Joel enjoyed a baseball game, where Philadelphia Phillies took on the Baltimore Orioles. Yesterday, Joel shared these pictures of them enjoying it:

Joel was cheering for the Orioles, but Nicole and their friend Wes were cheering for Philly. They really enjoyed the game. Joel twittered:

We had great seats, making it all that much sweeter when the O’s came out victorious…..Sorry Wes…

Joel’s team won, defeating Philly 2-1. I’m glad they had a good time in Philly and enjoyed a week out of the paparazzi glare.

Images: Joel Madden on Twitter (@joelmadden)

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Here’s how you can get her look for less!

Distressed jeans are all the rage these days! Between that, florals, jean jackets and Doc Martens, I believe the 90s are really back! You can channel Nicole with the BDG Acid Wash Cigarette Jean from Urban Outfitters (left top, $58.00), rips not included. Add a basic black tank from Forever 21 (middle top, $3.50) and an oversized t-shirt from Urban Outfitters (right bottom, $19.99).

Nicole is wearing Jeffrey Campbell Cutout Booties, which you can get online at Urban Outfitters for $158.00. If you want a cheaper option, there’s a pair of Vida Cutout Oxfords for $78.00 (right top), also from UO.

Add a great scarf(middle bottom, $5.50) and sunglasses (left bottom, $5.80) from Forever 21 and a fringe bag from Aldo (middle middle, $23.98) to complete the look.

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Here’s how to get the look for less!

Start with your basic leggings and tank, like these leggings (right top, $4.80) and tank (middle bottom, $3.50) from Forever 21.

Add a great embellished top, like this Splendid Vintage Open Mocha Top from Revolve Clothing (left top, $62.00) and strappy heels like this Guess “Nolana” pair from Dillards (left bottom, $41.58).

The rest of the look is all about the jewelry. Nicole is wearing pieces from the House of Harlow collection. The cocktail ring (Bloomingdale’s, $45.00), feather necklace (ShopBop, $65.00) and headband (Kitson, $430) are all available to order online. However, there are a few cheaper alternatives which I thought I’d highlight!

Don your head with a Sequin Stretch Headband from Free People (right bottom, $14.00), your finger with the Maureen Flower Ring from Forever 21 (left middle, $4.80), an your neck with the Triple Crescent Necklace from Forever 21 (middle top, $7.80) for a look Nicole would approve of!

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Annalynne McCord, Sophia Bush, Solange Knowles, Brody Jenner and Cody Linley all appear alongside Joel in the “OPen Campus” campaign, which features the stars getting ready for the upcoming school year, hanging out on the OP bus, cheering on their favorite team in the school’s bleachers and more. The campaign was shot at UCLA by Larry Bartholomew. The same group of stars appeared in OP’s summer campaign, which was called “Summer of Music.”

Here’s a behind the scenes video from the campaign, it shows the six stars taking part in one of the photo shoots involving a piggy back race.

Here’s another behind the scenes video, that shows them doing the photo shoot on the school bleachers.

Finally, here’s a sneak peek video of the fall campaign. Good Charlotte’s song “Lifestyles of the Rich and the Famous” is the soundtrack for this video and for the campaign itself.

It looks like the campaign is going to be really fun, colorful and lighthearted. I’m excited to see more of the photos and videos from it as they are released!

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Here’s how you can get her look for less!

I love Nicole’s acid washed jeans. You can get the same look with the BDG Acid Wash Ankle Cigarette Jeans from Urban Outfitters (middle bottom, $64.00). Add a simple tank, like the “Y” Back Slub Tank from Forever 21 (left top, $8.80) and an oversized cardigan. Nicole is wearing a great black and white shawl cardigan, but you can get a similar look with the Kimchi Blue Ditsy Floral Cardigan Sweater from Urban Outfitters (right top, $39.99). Add some flip flops like this glittery pair from Charlotte Russe (right bottom, $6.99), a pair of aviators from Forever 21 (middle top, $5.80), and a bright patchwork bag like this handmade tote from fabrichandbags at Etsy (right bottom, $24.99) and you’re good to go! All you need is an adorable 18-month old to carry on your hip!

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Nicole’s post about the collection was very brief. She writes:

Pea in the Pod and I joined to create a capsule collection of maternity wear that will be available in stores this summer. Last weekend I shot some images for the campaign with one of my favorite photographers, James White.

I’m really excited for you all to see the new collection.

I’m excited to see it too, Nicole!

The line is expected to hit stores this fall.

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In other news, Nicole tweeted yesterday that “Being completely off the internet for a few days was so peaceful & nice…. Spent time with my family & took time to tell them I love them & truly enjoy the life I am so blessed to have.”

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Nicole recently shared with Singer22 that her new collection will be a “totally different line”.

“Doing a clothing line is really a full time job. I wanted to do what was closest to my heart and where my head was at was jewelry and accessories. I wear a ton of jewelry and artistically that was where I was feeling like I had a really clear idea of the designs that I wanted to do. That’s just where we started. Then I met up with Pascal and he is such a genius! It just felt like the perfect time and the perfect fit.”

Nicole shares that her initial accessories line was inspired by her own personal vintage collection, a lot of which she’d picked up while traveling: much was inspired by India and Africa. Nicole shares that she’s still in the middle of the design process for the shoe and clothing collection, aiming to pick the right fabrics.

As for accessories, we can expect something different from Nicole!

The second collection of House of Harlow will be out next year as well. I’m in the design process for that also. It’s a completely different direction and a completely different inspiration. It is focusing more on old English, equestrian, and more sophisticated looks. It is going to be a totally different line and I’m really excited about it!

The line is expected to be ready for Spring 2010.

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Here’s how you can get her look for less.

It all starts with the basics. Start with dark denim skinny jeans like the BDG Red Raw Cigarette Jean from Urban Outfitters (middle, $54.00). Add a basic black tank like the H81 Basic Long Length Cami from Forever 21 (left bottom, $5.90).

I really like Nicole’s sheer shirt, but you can get the same look with a lightweight oversized black cardigan. I love the Alesha Open Front Cardigan from Forever 21 (left top, $22.80). Add your hot red heels, like the Patent Platform Pumps from Charlotte Russe (right bottom, $24.99), some sparkly bangles like the Grooved Bracelet Set from Forever 21 (right middle, $5.80) and a bag like the Portoceresio bag from Aldo (right top, $29.98) and you’re ready for any charity event of your own!

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The conversation started when Joel couldn’t sleep:

Why is it that i can’t sleep. And i constantly have to go in and check on harlow when i can’t sleep, but if i wake her up MOM will be Pissed

It gets really cute after this. Joel calls Harlow his little buddy.

Serioulsy sometimes i just wanna wake her up and hangout. She’s my little best friend. But just like her mom she likes to sleep more than me.

Joel then qualifies these statements by not claiming to be the best dad in the world - but he promises us he’s trying!

I’m not the best dad, but i def put more effort into being dad then i ever have at anything else. Nothing is more important than my kids.

Finally, he gives Nicole props for being a great mom.

And for the record. I’m an alright dad. Its Nicole that is the super MOM. She does all the hard stuff, and makes me look good. 100% Goodnite.

I think his is adorable and it shows how strong and loving Nicole and Joel’s little family is. I think Joel is a great dad and I’m looking forward to watching their family grow.

Be sure to follow Nicole and Joel on twitter: @nicolerichie and @joelmadden. They’re both great fun to follow! You get amazing insight into their daily lives and their family. Plus, they’re always posting cute pictures of themselves and of Harlow!

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