Fresh with being honoured designer of the year, Giles Deacon has confirmed his next career move will be to the high street. Teaming up with retailer New Look in a relationship that could well be for the long term, Deacon will begin with designing a capsule collection of 35 pieces […]
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Levi & Kurt Geiger’s premium golden project…
Last week I managed to get down to the opening of the new Kurt Geiger flagship store on Regent Street, London along with the launch of their collaboration with Levis to create a limited edition line of 100 handmade retro gold running style shoes. More of a collector’s item rather […]
Read MorePete Doherty designs for Gio-Goi
It’s true, Pete Doherty has sold his soul to fashion. Announced just yesterday, Gio-Goi, the label known for dressing many in the music industry confirmed Doherty will be involved in the design process for the Spring/Summer ’07 range. Calling the recovering drug addict the inspiration behind the line, co-founder Anthony […]
Read MoreSneaky peak…
The Scarlett Hearts Rbk collection… [wwd]
Read MoreGrab Your Diary: Roland Mouret’s Gap launch
Unveiling his new collection for Gap earlier this week, Roland Mouret demonstrated his ability to appeal to the mass market. His designs for the high street store maintained the simplicity which Gap is known for while adapting to the slouchy and baggy trend dominating this autumn/winter. However while the collection […]
Read MoreTopshop launches new website
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Read MoreClassic Footage: Stephanie Seymour photographed by Richard Avedon (1994)
British Fashion Awards
The results are out from The British Fashion awards which took place last night at The Victoria & Albert Museum in London…. DESIGNER OF THE YEAR: Preen, Luella Bartley, (*Giles Deacon* – Winner) MODEL: Erin O’Connor, Alek Wek, (*Kate Moss*- Winner) ACCESSORY DESIGNER: Georgina Goodman, Judy Blame, (*Stuart Vevers for […]
Read MoreVogue celebrates turning 90
From this….. to this….. Vogue celebrates its 90th anniversary in it’s December issue, taking a look at the changing face of fashion in its 90 year existence.
Read MoreMen’s Fashion Clothing Swap
First men’s fashion clothing swap to be held in San Francisco…… Bring your friends, bring your clothes, bring your friends’ clothes, bring your friends whose clothes you’ve been eyeing! Featuring: A huge selection of men’s clothing 2-for-1 drink specials Chill grooves from DJ Kidd Sysko Instant fashion shows What: All […]
Read MoreInterview with Ryan Leslie
It’s extremely difficult to define or summarise the work of Ryan Leslie in the small space afforded by a blog post, but I shall aim to try. A Harvard graduate at 19, Leslie is credited for his discovery of young rnb star Cassie, and famed for producing work for artists […]
Read MoreFashion Bazaar
What: Original Trends – Fabulous Holiday Fashion Bazaar Where: The Seeley’s, 1800 South Brand Blvd. Glendale, CA 91204 When: Saturday, November 18th, 2006 (10:30 am – 5:30 pm) More info: General admission is $3 with RSVP or $5 at the door. Bring 2 friends with you, and one gets in […]
Read MoreLondonedge goes to New York
The organisers at Londonedge and Londoncentral have announced the launch of a landmark New York show in July 2007. Managing director Carole Hunter said: “L.E.N.Y. Londonedge New York is the result of strong interest from exhibitors and buyers in America in recent years. Unfortunately, some of the smaller US exhibitors […]
Read MoreHayden-Harnett – Sample Sale
Hayden-Harnett will be launching its first ever online sample sale for those who can’t make the physical sample sale on the 25th, 26th and 27th October from 12pm – 7pm at the Manhattan Showroom, 330 W. 38th Street, Suite 503 NY, NY 10018. Online sample sale will run from the […]
Read MoreBeyond Goldfrapp….
PETA has a short but sweet interview with Alison Goldfrapp..check out the contest at the end of the page to win a pair of the Beyond Skin red-glittery shoes, as worn by Alison on the cover of the Goldfrapp album “Black Cherry”. [furisdead]
Read MoreMcQueen, SS07
So beautiful…
Read MoreFive minutes with editor of Haute magazine Dammie Amolegbe
Nigerian Fashion is steadily making its way to the forefront of fashion’s mind, and Dammie Amolegbe, Editor of Nigerian fashion mag HauTe intends to give it the extra push that it deserves…. Where do you live and why? I live in New York {The best city in the WORLD}, because […]
Read MoreWilliam Rast debuts at L.A fashion week
Justin Timberlake is hard at work with business partner and best friend Trace Ayala, preparing for their first runway fashion show at L.A Fashion Week. The pair will be presenting their spring/summer ’07 line from their clothing label William Rast. According to Timberlake the emphasis for the line which mixes […]
Read MoreIt’s your birthday….
Suddenly, Kelis appeared in a gold Playboy bunny costume, followed by two assistant bunnies holding birthday cakes, one featuring a heavy gold chain and a Nas pendant, and the other marijuana leaves and blunts, all made of icing. “This party made my marriage! Nas exclaimed. Kelis beamed. Dan Levin reports […]
Read MorePhilip Lim talks to Style.com
Style.com interviews Philip Lim
Read MoreKaviar Gauche
This is an extremely overdue post considering I came upon Kaviar Gauche back in September during on|off, but I had to publish it nonetheless as it was such a treasured find. Made up of design duo Alexandra Fischer-Roehler and Johanna Kühl, the pair created the label in 2003. Their spring/summer’07 […]
Read MoreIQONS
IQONS is a new on-line fashion community that aims to have the same impact on fashion as MySpace had on music. The ambition is to “set fashion free from the existing fashion system which has too many ‘gate-keepers’ with high concentrations of power. Instead, we want to promote talent and […]
Read MoreEvolution of Beauty
Slutty blog
I have to say this has got to be one of my fave blogs in this ever expanding world that is blogging…(styleslut.blogspot.com), Raw, Real, Original and to the point…. (It doesnt get more raw than a tampon up the nose!) The best thing about fashion is that you don’t have […]
Read MoreMaidenform Lite Bra Collection Launch
Check out Macy’s Herald Square, 6th Floor (Bra Department) on Thursday October 26th for the launch of the new Maidenform Lite Bra Collection. From 10am to 3pm, you can get one to one advice with choosing the right bra from Shape magazine’s Style Director Jacqui Stafford including free bra fittings. […]
Read More“Karl Lagerfeld : Les Musiques que j’aime
Avid music fan Karl Lagerfeld has released a 2 disc compilation album of all his fave tunes entitled “Karl Lagerfeld : Les Musiques que j’aime Artists on the album include Goldfrapp, the Pipettes, Fiery Furnaces, Caribou and more…. Listen to snippets from the cd at amazon.fr
Read MoreThere’s a new chief at Chloe
Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday tees are the answer to what to throw on in the mornings, the lazy man’s (and woman’s) uniform. Super-comfy, instant fashion, every working day of the week. Just say ‘no’ to crippling clothing indecision, get yourself some of these puppies, lay back and hit your snooze button. […]
Read MoreTechnology…fashions future.
Everyone at the moment seems to be speculating about fashion’s future with Time magazine suggesting the industry is in a “state of medical emergency” and rightly so. Fashion is undoubtly stagnant and stale and with the number of celebrity labels which have infiltrated the market it is no wonder that […]
Read MoreRachel Zoe’s lookbook for revolver.com
Stylist Rachel Zoe creates an autumn/winter’06 look book for revolver.com
Read MoreTimberlake Backpacks
Justin Timberlake invests in and designs backpacks
Read MoreBlack Heritage Season @ The V&A, London
When: Friday 10 November 2006, 10.30-17.00 Where: Seminar Room 1 @ The Victoria and Albert Museum Lollipop Dress Bluebeat Style The arrival of African and Caribbean people in Britain during the 50s and 60s witnessed the blending of various styles. Through talks, discussion and reminiscence, film extracts, photographs and the […]
Read MoreBrennan & Burch – Sample Sale
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Read MoreModels Hotel
From exclusive to professional to public, online social networks are quickly working their way into our daily lives and becoming an essential marketing tool for many. The most recent addition to the world of online networking is Modelshotel.com a private social network for professional models. Founder Jesper Lannung talks to […]
Read MoreShepherdson quits Topshop
Will Topshop survive without Brand Director Jane Shepherdson?
Read MoreTina won’t be questioned…
An unprepared Tina Knowles completely folded under questioning at a recent Macy’s press conference, to promote the launch of House of Dereon’s boutique in the store. When asked by US consumer reporter for WBBM-TV Dorothy Tucker about the manufacturing problems with the product sizes, Tina Knowles abruptly cut her off […]
Read MoreCreativity Now
Tokion Magazine announces the Fourth Annual Creativity Now Conference, to be held at Cooper Union’s historic Great Hall on October 14th and 15th, 2006. This unique symposium will bring together top figures in art, design, fashion, photography, film, new media, publishing and marketing. In the same room for the first […]
Read MoreGaultier’s runway surprise
In reponse to the recent size zero debate Jean Paul Gaultier sent a plus size model down the runway at his show during Paris fashion week, which celebrated his 30th anniversary in the business. [jeanpaulgaultier.com]
Read MoreLittle Miss Stella!
Imagine being constantly ignored by society who have branded you a “nobody because you are way too unfashionable and then you meet a top fashion designer who creates the most beautiful outfit for you and as if by magic you are no longer ignored and become a “somebody just because […]
Read MoreHoff fashion line
The “Hoff” launches his own fashion line
Read MoreNoemie’s rush hour shave
French Model, Noemie Lenoir, has shaved all her locks off in the name of a film role, and like others before her (Natalie Portman & Demi Moore) looks great…. Lenoir who’s previous campaigns include, L’oreal, Marks & Spencers and Gap took the bold step for her up and coming role […]
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Get the digital version of Nylon mag for free
Read MoreEsquire’s sexiest woman….
“What about my brain? What about my heart? What about my kidneys and my gallbladder?” Scarlett Johansson’s response to being voted Esquire’s Sexiest Woman Alive…..
Read MoreRunway Reporter goes ACP Digital
Magazine publisher ACP Media (owned by media mogul Rupert Murdoch) have announced the purchase of New Zealand fashion website, Runway Reporter. Founded 7 months ago by Michael Lamb and fashion journalist Stacey Gregg, the online fashion magazine will join ACP’s Digital division and will continue to be edited by Gregg. […]
Read MoreWestwood @ Macy’s
Vivienne Westwood’s at Macy’s, launching her signature line with Nine West…. While she gives a decent interview, her responses and comments such as “cause its such a small collection, I imagine, they’ve been made really, really nicely” and “the skirt’s lovely…” give the impression that she had limited input in […]
Read MoreThis is our address
Street label “Address” made up of design team Bitten & Hera, collaborate every season with artists who supply a print to complement a design from the duo. For Spring/Summer 07 the chosen artists were “The Birds”, the collection is colourful, funky and original… (Our favourite, the cut off hoodie, the […]
Read MoreTop pick @ babyphat
While Babyphat can be quite garish, their latest offering for this Autumn/Winter, a kimono inspired blue belted sweater is ultra-chic & sexy. [babyphat.com]
Read MoreThe Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show
Discover Manhattan’s hottest vintage sale, featuring the collection that 100 years of design built. 80 of the nation’s top dealers have compiled the best in vintage clothing and textiles. Designer labels (dresses, gowns, coats, suits, jackets), accessories (belts, handbags, shoes, boots, gloves, hats) and more. A Special Exhibit, curated by […]
Read MoreIndependent goes Red
Giorgio Armani plays guest editor to The Independent’s “African Issue” on stands today. Half of all revenue made from sales will be donated to the RED initiative, created to help fight aids in Africa. What’s interesting is the decision to use a black Kate Moss for its front cover, surely […]
Read MoreJohn Rocha – Spring/Summer 07
It was a contemporary affair at John Rocha this season. The collection was kept clean using a neutral palette of, black, ivory, brown, silver and khaki. Ruffles and puffed sleeves added a modern Victorian quality and elegance to the loose fitting line accessorised with beanies and platform shoes. Silk shirts, […]
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