ELLE April Cover Shoot

Jessica Revealed

In an ELLE exclusive, Simpson revealed the sex of her baby! "She."

Simpson arrived at Milk Studios in Los Angeles wearing a Roberto Cavalli wrapdress, Lanvin wedges, and a YSL leather bag, looking very much the fashionista.

On getting into the fashion industry: "Going into clothing was such a natural transition for me. Every time I think I'm gonna be photographed, I wonder if… it'll help 'em put somethin' together."

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Body Talk

ELLE Creative Director Joe Zee styled Simpson after past iconic magazine covers featuring expectant mothers—Demi Moore, Cindy Crawford—by dressing her in nothing but opulent Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry.

On her on-camera persona: "I am smart enough to know when the cameras are on me, and I do know certain things to say that might be funny," she says. "Besides, though I was famous before Newlyweds, it did lead to a whole new level!"

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Family Bond

Simpson’s fiancé, Eric Johnson, stopped by for an intimate portrait à la John and Yoko before whisking his woman off to a cozy dinner at Mr. Chow.

On being in Hollywood: "I've been in this business so long that I'm set in my ways…It's just that I know who I am, and you kinda can't mess with that. I'm a go-with-it girl. I have a blast makin' fun of myself and falling on my face and then getting up again."

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Feline Fever

Simpson steps out during her pregnancy in NYC-appropriate attire: layers of black with a hint of leopard—one of Simpson's go-to prints.

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Black Magic

Wearing a flattering satin floral appliquéd sheath dress, Simpson attends Find Your Magic at Macy's for her in-store event in NYC.

Caught Red-Handed

After appearing on Good Morning America, the fashion line mogul hit the streets of Manhattan in a heart-stopping red Giambattista Valli dress with matching red lip.

Classic Case

Opting for a chic and classic look, Simpson dons a one-shouldered black gown whose only embellishments are hidden pockets and a diamond-encrusted brooch, making a case for combining a little bit of old and new.

Golden Ticket

Metallic gold frame clutch in hand, Simpson steps out in a halter jumpsuit at Operation Smile's Grin Gala in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Heat Wave

Wearing a dress of her own design, Simpson attends the launch of her collection at Dillard's in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Country Strong

Simpson returns to her country roots in a Texas-appropriate combo of denim, lace bustier and plaid when performing at the 2008 Los Angeles Country Fair.

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