When you've got a factory full of crazy clothes, life-size cartoon mini-me's and regulation jockey jerseys silks, throwing together a last-min Halloween costume is no big deal. But even if you're not a hoarder, there's still hope for your All Hallow's Eve! Hear what equestrian-slash-one-hit wonder Rob Dyrdek recommends for kids lookin' to go all out plus give Chanel a gold star for her Kanye West-inspired idea!

We all know Stephanie Pratt and Lauren Conrad went to fashion school together, but -- as avid Hills watchers recall -- that's not the first time those two ladies met. In fact, LC's initial introduction to Steph (then known simply as "She-Pratt") took the form of a tense, dimly lit shouting match at Club Something Or Other.

And we're pretty sure Steph was 'bout to get into all that on today's Wendy Williams Show -- when the host decided to interrupt with her own (semi-accurate) vershe of events. Hear Wendy Williams (or, as we like to call her, the "Kanye" of daytime TV) explain how Spencer's sis ended up on The Hills and be sure to take a mental picture of Steph's face when Wendy starts talking dollah dollah bills ...

We loved seeing John Mayer swing by the Factory tonight. In fact, we liked it so much we're pretty sure he needs to start hanging around full-time. Below, the top five reasons we think Mayer should give up the Grammy's -- and become Rob Dyrdek's next mini-mogul.

Reason #5. A foam pit heals all wounds. *(Except concussions).

Reason #4. Mellow pop rock and fart jokes go together like Taylor and Kanye.

Reason #3. The public has a right to know John Mayer's spirit animal.

Reason #2. It's about time the Fantasy Factory went green.

Reason #1. Mayer's the only man alive who can tell Chanel her "body is a wonderland" ... without getting slapped.

We already showed ya pics of Lauren Conrad, Stephanie Pratt and Kristin Cavallari struttin' their stuff on the VMAs red carpet. So where was King Spencer during the biggest photo op of the year? At home with the wifey, natch. But don't worry -- Spence still managed to start up tons o' controversy from his couch by live-blogging the show on Twitter.

Not only did dude join the zillions of Twitterati (and, um, sitting U.S. Presidents) in slamming Kanye West for hijacking the mic, but he also dissed Green Day, poked fun at Lil Mama's surprise cameo and taunted LC about having to watch K-Cav present during the show.

So what exactly DID the royal Pratt have to say 'bout all the awards show action? After the jump, check out a few of his best one-liners. Team Taylor, y'all!

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Sunday night's VMAs were filled with some stellar entertainment, from Janet Jackson's MJ tribute to Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' spine-chilling performance of "Empire State Of Mind." And, oh yeah, who can forget Lil Mama jumping on stage like a metal head at a Motley Crue concert?

We hit up the remaining three crews in rehearsals today to ask about the moments that stood out to them most. Check out what everyone had to say:

In reference to Kanye West's abrupt interruption of Taylor Swift's acceptance speech, Massive Monkee Brysen Angeles commented, "As an artist you can't deny Kanye, but as a person ... what kind of person does that?" On the plus side, Brysen walked away from the VMAs a bigger fan of Beyonce Knowles, who later in the night stepped aside to allow Taylor her moment.

"[Lady Gaga] is too out there for me," We Are Heroes Ali Iannucci told us. "I feel like she's trying too hard." A nearby Hiroka Mcrae added, "Beyonce was my favorite! Every time they showed her, I got excited!" But Hiroka had a similar reaction as Ali to Lady Gaga -- apparently the gory performance gave her nightmares!

Finally, AfroBorike's Miguel A. Reyes Santiago only had eyes for Ms. Jackson. "Janet's performance was great. She really did an amazing job," he said in mid-rehearsal.

You Tell Us: What did you think was the most memorable moment of this year's VMAs?

The VMAs always bring out the biggest stars, and last night the Hillzies were there in droves, with everyone -- 'cept Speidi and Audrina Patridge -- getting in on the Radio City action.

And with everyone from LC to Stacie the Bartender on hand to witness Kanye's mic-snatching mo with Taylor Swift, the pre-show action was almost as sweet as Russell Brand's one-liners.

So what'd the Hills gals do (besides show off their most uh-MAZE-ing red carpet looks yet)? Well, for starters, Lauren Conrad chilled with Lo Bosworth backstage (and spent some QT with the Moonman) while her old pal Kristin Cavallari denied rumors that she scared 'Drina away from her presenting duties.

Check out these red carpet pix of our gals looking gorge, plus get a glimpse of Stephanie's 10-inch heels(!), hear K-Cav's pre-show predictions (she's Team 'Ye, y'all) and watch Kristin present the Best Pop Video Award with a lil help from Nelly Furtado!

+ Wanna see more MTV stars struttin' their stuff at the VMAs? Check 'em out in this fashion flipbook, plus head to the VMA site for show highlights and live performances, then take our poll and tell us whether LC beat K-Cav in the VMA fashion faceoff!

It's been a while since we last checked in with Rev Run and the fam, but we're happy to see the Simmons crew's still as tight as ever. And even though a lot's changed (Miley's practically a giant! Diggy's turning into Kanye West!), Rev's still got all his kids living -- or in Vanessa and Angela's case, visiting -- under the same roof. Fortunately for us, this family reunion's got an open guestlist. Get a sneak peek of what's coming up on Run's House (JoJo was arrested, whaaa??) and tune in tonight at 10pm to get reacquainted with your favorite rapper-slash-reverend.

Everyone was thrilled to see rapper Chamillionaire swing by From G's to Gents to teach the gentlemen-in-training about proper speech and eloquence. And while we're not sure which other special guest speakers are lined up this season, we have a few helpful recommendations:

• Kanye West, the self-proclaimed "end-all, be-all of music," to act as an example of humility.
• Hollywood playboy Brody Jenner, to speak on the importance of monogamy.
• The members of failed girl group Danity Kane (RIP), to serve as models of compromise.
• A lecture on "The Joys Of Moderation" from visiting professor, Amy Winehouse.
• Blinged-out Bad Boy Diddy, to opine on the long-lost art of subtlety.

Anyone else you would like to see on this season's G's to Gents? Let us know in the comments below!

This week on ABDC the crews will compete against each other in TWO challenges: the Hip-Hop Decathlon, which will only include five dances (a Half-Decath!), and the Last Chance Challenge. For the latter, the dancers will be creating original beats to groove to during their routine.

The five songs the crews will be dancing to in the Decathlon are as follows...

"Closer" by Ne-Yo
"Love Lockdown" by Kanye West
"Poker Face" by Lady Gaga
"I'm in LA (Miami) Trick" by LMFAO
"Get Up" by 50 Cent

Recently, Kanye West made the decision to forgo his tried and true formula of infectious rhymes and danceable beats in favor of an album (808s + Heartbreaks) comprised of mediocre R&B songs and slightly sub-par singing.

Among those unimpressed by 'Ye's departure? Rapper 50 Cent, who -- according to ContactMusic -- has criticized West in a track from his upcoming album, Before I Self-Destruct.

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