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Kate’s all over the news today

Former editor of the Daily Mirror and judge of America’s Got Talent, Piers Morgan wasted no time revealing how Kate Moss (who is rumoured to be spending £25,000 to fix Pete Doherty’s rotten teeth) demanded he was thrown out of Nick Knights, Moet & Chandon masked ball last month. Morgan could not contain his laughter after Pete stumbled into a wall while singing during his karaoke performance. Laughing so hard, he removed his mask, to the horror of Kate who screamed, ‘Oh fucking hell, what the fuck is he doing in here. Just fucking get him out of here. Apparently Pete was so out of it he had no clue what was going on. Kate got her way and had security march Morgan out of the building. He told the Mail on Sunday, “Well, just as I thought, she’s a drunken, foul-mouthed, ill-mannered, paranoid Croydon girl with a cocaine-desecrated hooter and spots. And Pete’s a filthy talentless junkie who can’t sing. Meanwhile Simon Cowell can’t keep quiet about the fact that he wants to sign Kate who he thinks will sell solely on the fact that she has star appeal and David Walliams and Matt Lucas have convinced her to make a guest appearance on the stage version of Little Britain in aid of Comic Relief. All in all quite a packed day of news for Miss Moss soon to be Mrs Doherty…

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Vogue’s birthday bash….

Partying at the Serpentine Gallery, London, Vogue celebrated their 90th birthday with a little help from their friends…. (Designers Matthew Williamson, Giles Deacon & Stuart Vevers) (Supermodel Kate Moss & musician Pete Doherty make a rushed entrance) (Actress Thandie Newton & Supermodel Yasmin Le Bon) More pics, Sky & Vogue

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Pete 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 Donnelly sang his praises for Doherty claiming that, “Peter looks fantastic as a model. We are very excited. We look forward to having Pete’s influence as a rock icon in the design process.” With Kate dabbling in music and frequenting the stage with the Babyshambles, it was inevitable Doherty would try his hand at fashion. Fans won’t have long to wait as the line is launching next month and will be sold in Selfridges. A special preview will be given by Doherty who is set to wear some of the designs at a secret Babyshambles gig in London scheduled just before Christmas. To win a chance to meet the band and watch them perform at the secret gig, check out gio-goi.com [reuters]

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Interview 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 such as Beyonce, Britney Spears and Donell Jones just to name a few. Do a little googling and you can’t help but be impressed by the level of interaction he maintains with his fan base. With a regularly updated video blog, and myspace page, Leslie also puts his extensive knowledge of online marketing into his global marketing and media company NextSelection Lifestyle Group. One can only wonder where he finds the time to tour, promote his own musical career and stay fashionable. I managed to grab a little of Leslie’s time to get an insight into his fashion life… Favourite designer: My favourite designer would have to be myself. Second would have to be Hedi Slimane, John Galliano, and Tom Ford. Definition of your style:My style is defined by my state of mind at any given moment, which is perpetually evolving. How much work/effort is put into your clothing and style? Is there a process which an artist has to go through to ensure the right image is portrayed?I basically wear a uniform everyday which affords me the opportunity to focus on new entrepreneurial ventures to expand the NextSelection brand. That uniform is a personal style statement reflecting a mind state that is focused on the advancement of an enterprise. Most artists have stylists. Piece of clothing in your wardrobe which gets the most wear?My pair of custom jeans made by my personal tailor, Roger Hinds in Boston. It’s extremely common now for an artist to have a fashion label, […]

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IQONS

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 work based only on merit and integrity. [Iqons.com]

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“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

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Models 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 us about the inspiration behind the concept and the reasons for its exclusivity…

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Round up….

:: Helena Christensen admits taking cannabis [all headline news] :: Jean Muir donates over 18,000 pieces to The National Museums of Scotland in Edinburgh [BBC news] :: Alexander McQueen awarded man of fashion by The Academy of Art University in San Francisco [toronto Fashion Monitor ] ::Britney Spears hoping to launch baby fashion line [music rooms] :: Hilifiger says Axl was “rude and obnoxious [blabbermouth] :: Naomi Campbell puts her N.Y apartment on sale for $5.25m [guardian]

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Red Coles

Former music executive Eric Coles, has come up with his own line entitled “Red Coles. A limited edition line of hand painted and silk-screened t-shirts for men, women and kids. Inspired by music and pop culture, his soulful t-shirts pay homage to icons such as Johnny Cash, Andy Warhol and Richard Pryor.

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Promiscuous

2006 hasn’t really come up with the goods in terms of music, but Nelly Furtado looks set to turn it all around and has come back with a vengeance. Looking sexy and sounding fresh, Ms Furtado has teamed up with Timbaland for her most recent edgy and energy filled tune “Promiscuous. (watch the video and see if you can spot a mighty fine Mr Justin Timberlake right at the end….)

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Bloody prank

Just when you thought Pete Doherty couldn’t be any fouler….he manages to exceed all expectations. Drug addict Doherty has given his record label Rough trade, no choice but to give him the boot, after injecting himself with heroin after a gig in Berlin, then squirting a syringe full of his blood over two MTV cameramen. On off girlfriend Kate Moss summoned the musician to her home to tell him exactly what she thought of his irresponsible behaviour but couldn’t find the words and gave him a beating instead. Doherty said of his encounter with Moss…. “She was angry about the blood-spraying thing. She beat the crap out of me. She laid into me punching and kicking. “I’m alright, but she hurt my finger. I couldn’t do anything back, because she’s a girl.”

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Style Stage

TopButton.com and Clear Channel Radio’s Z100, WKTU and Power 105.1 are teaming up for “Style Stage NYC, the largest shopping party in the US. The two day fashion, shopping and music event will take place Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6 at the Metropolitan Pavilion and Altman Building, located at 125 and 135 West 18th Street in New York City. This fashion and music experience will feature performances from some of today’s hottest recording artists including Nick Lachey, Sean Paul, Jagged Edge and many more. With over 60 designer sample sales under one roof, shoppers can also enjoy up to 60 percent off of the hottest designer handbags, denim, shoes, apparel, accessories and many more! May 5th VIP Experience (Friday, 6,10pm), with live performance by Sean Paul: $79 * VIP gift bags worth over $75 * Wine and hors d’oeuvres * Celebrity meet and greets * Over 60 designer booths * Special guest Christina Milian * Other surprise guests May 6th Experience #1 (Saturday, 10am,2pm), with live performances by Jagged Edge & Lucas Prata: $49 May 6th Experience #2 (Saturday, 3,7 pm), with live performance by Nick Lachey: $49 For more info and to purchase tickets check out topbutton [Text:morpheusmedia.com]

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Austria stamps on Naomi

Supermodel and notorious bad girl Naomi Campbell will be adorning Austrian postage stamps as part of a fundraiser to help Sir Elton John’s AIDS Charities. The Austrian public will be able to buy stamps of the doe-eyed beauty for 75 cents due to be released to coincide with the annual Sir Elton John life ball. Naomi’s scheduled to host the ball alongside Sir Elton, which will be held on the 20th of May in the Austrian capital, Vienna. According to contactmusic.com a spokesperson said of Naomi’s participation, “Naomi is a keen supporter of AIDS causes and saw Nelson Mandela in Africa earlier this month. She’ll be hosting the Life Ball, which is a gorgeous event at Vienna’s city hall and has featured designs by Vivienne Westwood and John Galliano.”

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Angeline Tournier

“I want to make shoes that are beautifully designed and finely made, but without an over the top price tag” If your feet are on the larger side, then you’ll know a thing or two about the difficulty in not only finding your shoe size (especially in the sales) let alone actually finding cute shoes which don’t look gigantic. Well lawyer turned footwear designer Angeline Tournier can relate and as a result of her frustrations set up Angeline Tournier London, specialising in designing and manufacturing footwear ranging from sizes EU36 right up to EU44 and which look great on big feet as well as small. Paris department store, Le Bon Marche exclusively bought Angeline’s debut collection and she’s just recently released her spring/summer 2006 collection…. What do you enjoy the most about your job? Four things 1) Working for myself, 2) fulfilling a lifelong dream to create shoes available in larger sizes, 3) being creative, 4) no longer being stuck in an over-air-conditioned office, wearing “formal” clothes and spending my time analysing and sorting out other people’s legal problems, and doing a job with little creative outlet. And like the least? Working for myself means I never get “time off”, I tend to work longer hours than before and I can not “get away” from work, even on week-ends and holidays. Can you tell us a bit about the design process involved in shoe design? The design process takes place over a number of months. I kind of visualise shoes or boots I’d like to wear myself, I sketch my initial ideas, sometimes I get inspiration from a trim off an item of clothing, a type of leather I see at a leather trade show or other totally unrelated topic. A few weeks before I need to submit my drawings […]

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Fashion Circus 2

April 22, 2006 Saturday 9:00am~4:00pm One Day Shopping Event Sample Sale + Live Music + Art Gallery @ Knitting Factory 7021 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 209, Hollywood, CA 90028 :: $3 Presale :: $5 At the Door :: Get Unique Products at Low Prices(Up to 60% Off) Women’s :: Men’s :: Handbags :: Jewelry :: Home Decor Complimentary Gift Bags for the First 100 People Free Rockstar Energy Drinks While Supplies Last Free Bust Magazines While Supplies Last Visit Fashion Circus

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Geoff Thomas Designs

Self-taught, and incredibly passionate, art-jeweler Geoff Thomas proves that self belief, passion and hard work really do pay off. Tracy Bingham wore one of his ornate, hand-fabricated, sterling silver and gold metal bikini tops during a party at his showroom, Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler can be seen wearing several of his necklaces for a Target TV commercial, and Mischa Barton debuted one of his necklaces on The O.C. With a clientele growing at an incredibly fast pace one can’t help but fall in with the originality and intricate details of his designs.

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extras

:: Paris Hilton brings Julien McDonalds show to a glamorous close at LFW [Glamour] :: P.Diddy developing a fragrance just for the women [Female First] :: Topshop hits the streets of Paris [Times Online] :: Kate Moss losing her memory….could it be all the drugs [The Sun] :: Peta attack Paris Hilton [Mirror] :: The Olsen twins try their hand at modelling for fashion designer Badley Mischka’s lastest ad campaign [contactmusic] :: Brokeback mountain, creating a fashion trend [NYTimes]

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Today’s remainders

:: Naomi Campbell to play the Devil opposite John Malkovich in The Call [contactmusic] :: Kate to appear on the cover of British Vogue for the 21st time [USA today] :: Pharell Williams designs jewellery line for Louis Vuitton [Female First] :: David Beckham possibly the new face of Calvin Klein?? [Oh la la Paris] :: Heidi Klum continues to face criticism from the German media for her comments on Germany’s next top model [DW-World]

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Sienna joins forces with Pepe

Sienna Miller has chosen Pepe jeans London as her first fashion campaign. Signing a two year contract Sienna is contracted to the brand till Spring 2008. Carols Ortega, head of Pepe Jeans said of Miller, “We wanted a strong, positive, female British figure to head the advertising campaign, and strongly believe the choice of Sienna Miller was the right one.” And could ex ,boho Sienna and Kate Moss be friends now? According to entertainment wise they seem to have struck up a friendship…….. [Contactmusic.com]

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Gwen’s baby designs…

Fashion forward Gwen Stefani has not only officially announced that she’s expecting her first child with hubby Gavin Rossdale, but also confirmed her plans to add a collection for babies to her L.A.M.B label. The pregnant star intends to design a line strictly for the kids, and is quoted in Britain’s News of the World as saying “Babies have nothing to wear, so I am in the perfect position to rectify that.” We have no doubt that her baby will be one of the trendiest on the block…. [IOL, L.A.M.B ]

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Cavalli dresses Kelly

What a lucky girl Kelly Brook is, not only is she marrying Billy Zane but she’ll be getting wed in Roberto Cavalli. Billy, 39 and Kelly, 26 have agreed to open up the Jan’06 Harrods sale and in return owner Mohamed Al Fayed has arranged for his friend Cavalli to not only design her wedding dress but to be flown in on a private jet to oversea Kelly’s outfit for the big opening. She says, “It’s an enormous honour for Billy and me. We didn’t hesitate confirming that we’d love to do it. Harrods is such a fabulous store and I have enjoyed endless hours shopping there.”

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Gwen needs a good defense

Poor Gwen Stefani (well not so poor…) is getting slammed left, right and center. Both Madonna and Margaret Cho have hit out at Stefani. Madonna has accused her of stealing her style while Cho isnt too happy with her Harajuku girls. Both very valid points, but you just cant help but love the girl….

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How to be a fashion professional

The Fashion and Textile Museum is proud to present a series of lectures and workshops run by leading fashion professionals, aimed at those hoping to make a career in the fashion press. This particular series runs in conjuntion with i-Dentity, the FTM’s latest multi-sensory exhibition exploring 25 years of i-D magazine. EVENING LECTURE SERIES: 6.30 – 8.00pm Tickets: £7 per person (Concessions £5) Capacity per event 100 To book please call: 0207 407 8664 2 November: Fashion Journalism Navaz Batliwalla, fashion editor of CosmoGIRL reveals her working methods. She will give a discussion on writing a fashion feature and the life of being a fashion editor. 9 November: Fashion Styling & Photography Fashion stylist Thom Murphy, has worked for i-D, Dazed & Confused, Arena Homme Plus and Arena and lectures at Central St Martins. This lecture will concentrate on the working relationship between styling and photography. 10 November: Dylan Jones Dylan Jones launches his book iPod, Therefore I Am. The launch will include a discussion by Jones on his work and the story behind his new book , a creative chronicle of one man’s journey through the erupting world of modern music technology. Jones began his career as an editor for i-D Magazine, and continued working with publications such as The Observer Magazine and The Sunday Times. He is a four time recipient of the BSME Editor of the Year Award, and the chief editor of GQ for six years now. 16 November: Styling For A Fashion Magazine Lecture given by fashion experts, stylist Cynthia Lawrence-John and BBC Clothes Show presenter Caryn Franklin. Cynthia has worked with artists including Ms. Dynamite, Lady Sovereign, Macy Gray, Missy Elliott, Ashanti, and Kelis. Editorially she has regularly contributed to many publications including Dazed and Confused and Arena Homme Plus. From fashion editor and […]

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Fashion rocks in Monaco

America?s greatest pop band Blondie, the godfather of Brit Urban Craig David, the stunning Skin, new R&B sensation Amerie and art rockers The Kills add to the superstar line-up for Swarovski Fashion Rocks for The Prince?s Trust. A star-studded, once in a lifetime fusion of fashion and music, Swarovski Fashion Rocks for The Prince?s Trust will take place on the 17th October at one of the world?s most glamorous locations ? Monaco – in the presence of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco. These mega artists will provide electrifying performances, paired with their favourite designers: Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Prada, Roberto Cavalli, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace, Viktor and Rolf and Vivienne Westwood who will be showcasing their latest designs. Hosted by world-renowned model and TV and West End star, Jerry Hall, the event is to support the youth charity, The Prince?s Trust and will be televised by Channel 4 in the UK. For further information visit Fashion Rocks Text: The Prince’s Trust

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Britney’s bra on auction

Britney Spears will be selling her personal items on ebay to raise money for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. One of the items for sale is a jewel encrusted bra which has attracted a bid of $30,500 reports the BBC. The bra was worn in one of her music videos, also on auction is an autographed tank top similar to the one she wore to the Charlie and Chocolate factory premiere in Hollywood.

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Changes, Sales and lawsuits

:: Executive Vice President of Warner Music Grp, Kevin Liles attempts to change the Hip Hop attitude. :: The most powerful woman in PR, Pat Kingsley talks to the Guardian about the cover ups, control and controversy. :: Supermodel and photographer Helena Christensen is in love once again with Danish rock star Rasmus Walther-Hansen, after her break up in 2003 with the father of their son Mingus. :: Fashion Editor of Cosmopolitan magazine Karen Hanes Larrain has filed a lawsuit against Diane von Furstenberg, after being knocked unconscious by falling lights at the Von Furstenberg show. Larrain claims she still cant work and is “shaky and dizzy”. :: Never one to hold back, Naomi Campbell spoke out in defense of Kate Moss, saying “everybody is being bad to her”

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Osman Yousefzada

Sometimes, infact alot of the time, many of us start our careers following someone elses dream, and if we’re brave, soon enough we get back on to the path to our passion. Osman Yousefzada is “one” of the many of us, a former city banker turned Fashion designer, this Cambridge graduate pursued a life in finance before caving in to his creative calling. After studying at Central Saint Martins, Osman made his debut with a collection inspired by his Afghan heritage entitled KALASHNIKOV. Now more than just one to watch, Osman has shown that his work is timeless, rich in talent and has managed to establish a name for himself in the competitive industry of fashion. You describe your Autumn/Winter 05-06 collection, Imperial, as being “fuelled by the current political climate of conflict”. At this time people seem to want to forget about our current situation regarding conflict, why did you decide to confront it and what type of woman were you designing for? Each generation has had its own conflict – it is part of humanity. However, one should be optimistic and look at how throughout history, conflict has brought about new evoltuions and developments in creativity. The women I design for are strong, confident and open to new ideas – someone who feels they need to be challenged and isn’t content with just the mundane in life. How has your background in Investment Banking helped your career in Fashion Design? Working in a high pressure environment where people do not suffer fools gladly has really made me fine tune my skills in business, persistence, tenacity and communication. What difficulties did you find when changing careers? I don’t really see it as having a career change. Everything that I did before has been part of a journey to where […]

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Mills McCartney vs Wintour

Wife of Sir Paul McCartney and animal rights activist Heather Mills McCartney is determined to protest against as many (celebrity) fur users as possible! After slamming Sean Combs and losing her leg whilst coming against J-Lo’s bodyguards during a protest against the singer, she has now gone after Vogue Editor Anna Wintour dubbing her has “Cruella DeWintour” and taking it a step further with, “She’s the head at Vogue, and if you look at Vogue, there are only three or four articles, and the whole thing is a manipulation of the consumer and reader to buy fur. Every single article, every designer does fur ’cause she’ll say, ‘I’ll put you in the magazine if you put some fur items in it.” [Contactmusic.com]

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Fashion Rocked

Celebrations for New York Fashion week kicked off with Cond� Nast’s Fashion Rocks at Radio City Music Hall. Recognising the relationship between fashion and music, and bringing together some of the biggest stars of both sectors, Fashion Rocks really rocked. None of the stars held back with their outfits. Beyonce and Gwen Stefani didn�t miss the promotional opportunity and used the event to model their lines. Destiny’s child attended the concert wearing designs from Beyonce’s and her mothers label “House of Dereon”, while Gwen wore a dress from her label L.A.M.B. Alicia Keys looked stunning in a beautiful tangerine dress by Max Azria. Billy Idol, Duran Duran, David Bowie and Nelly were just a few of the names who performed on the night. Tim McGraw opened the evening with a performance of “My Old Friend” as a tribute to the victim�s in New Orleans, Louisana. Although the concert was a success, the after party didnt get much praise and was slammed as being tasteless. [Style.com: Yahoo]

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Armando Cabral

Name: Armando Cabral Age: 23 Occupation: Model How and when were you discovered? It all started in 2001, when my older sister asked me if I wanted to go with her to her agency, in Portugal. I said “yes” lets go! When we got there, my sister introduced me to the board as her younger brother Armando, and one of them said you could be a model. I was really happy and I answered very shy, “I don’t know”. She said I will take a Polaroid of you and the next day they called, I went back, and they signed me straight away. I took a modelling course for a couple of weeks, which I thought was a waste of time, but now I don’t regret it at all. What was your first job? My first job was a catwalk show, I was very nervous and I remember at the time I was a very shy guy, but at the same time I was very happy knowing I was about to do something I enjoyed. It was actually a very good show, I was nervous during my first entrance, calm on my second, then I relaxed and it all went well. Which do you prefer catwalk shows or photo shoots? I like photo shoots as well as catwalk, but I personally prefer catwalk, because it’s much more exciting, knowing that a lot of people come out just to see you in nice clothes looking good, you know… And you get to meet a lot of important people who come and compliment you….it’s nice. But the best part of shows are the after parties! What 3 things couldn’t you live without? I have some many things that are important to me in my life that I couldn’t live without, but if […]

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VIP Opening competition

Win 2 tickets to the exclusive VIP opening of i-Dentity at the Fashion and Textile Museum!! Fashion and Textile Museum is giving away two exclusive tickets to the opening of i-D magazine’s groundbreaking exhibition: i-Dentity. As a multi-sensory experience, this exhibition will allow you to travel interactively through the world of i-D magazine whilst exploring 25 years of cutting-edge creativity both past and future. Over 100 luminaries from all sides of the creative spectrum have contributed to this project. The list includes photographers, musicians, writers, artists, stylists and designers including: Agnes b, Alasdair McLellan, Alex McDowell, Anette Aurell, Caryn Franklin, Corinne Day, Craig McDean, David Bailey, David LaChapelle, David Sims, Edward Enninful, Havana Laffitte, Hussein Chalayan, Ellen Von Unwerth, Frederic Sanchez, James Lavelle, Jane How, Jason Evans, Judy Blame, Juergen Teller, Kanako B. Koga, Karl Plewka, Kate Moss, Kirsten Owen, Mana Bernardes, Mario Sorrenti, Mark Anthony, Mark Borthwick, Mark Lebon, Matt Jones, Max Vadukul, Michael Kopelman, Nick Knight, Olafur Eliasson, Olivier Rizzo, Pam Hogg, Pat McGrath, Patti Wilson, Paolo Roversi, Ray Petri, Richard Burbridge, Sean Ellis, Shannon Plumb, Simon Foxton, Stephen Jones, Steven Klein, Takay, Terry Richardson, Thunska Pansittivorakul, Tracey Emin, Vanina Sorrenti, Venetia Scott, Willy Vanderpere and Wolfgang Tillmans To enter: In 50 words or less, tell us in your most creative way what role you feel identity plays in fashion. Please send your answers by 1 October to marketing@ftmlondon.org Or mail it to Michelle Arnusch Fashion and Textile Museum 83 Bermondsey Street London

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Papermag talks to Fergie

“What’s so fabricated about live musicians freestyling onstage or MCs doing the same thing? Here I am, feeling that this is the most pure thing I’ve done in my life. And people call it selling out. I’ve gotten over trying to be accepted by all people. I am what I am. And [the Black Eyed Peas] are what we are.” [PaperMag]

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Heidi Klum lovin it

This is a bit of an odd story, only earlier this week Heidi Klum was quoted by contactmusic.com as saying that she feeds her 14 month old daughter Leni off her own plate as her food is more nutritious than canned baby food. However Heidi is now one in the recent line of celebrities that fast food chain McDonalds has enlisted to promote the “I’m lovin it” slogan. If she’s anything like Cindy Crawford who claims she cant touch the stuff, then we doubt the supermodel has actually tasted a hamburger in quite a while.

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Couture Launch

Nine designers, three fashion shows and one Couture definitely makes a launch party worth remembering. Couture, the provider of new fashion experiences, launched on Thursday 11th at the Light bar in Shoreditch (London) where a union of fashion, style and partying was on the agenda for the evening. In addition to music, socialising and a general festive atmosphere, the nine designers were given the opportunity to display their work to consumers and London’s fashionista. “The crowd is so diverse. ” Said Esther Williams, one of Couture’s core team members, “but they all have one thing is common, a love of fashion” The first of the shows focused on designers from London’s top fashion schools including ‘Central St Martins’. Each label showcased fresh and innovative pieces for women from a generation of new fearless and imaginative designers. The labels on show were Sunny Park (Sun-Hwa Park), Iron Curtain (Luda Gelbutovskaya), Nicolerenee (Renee Christopher) and Labeija (Ian Labeija). Emerging male models took centre stage for the second show. Dressed in the urban uniforms of Batlow (Mark Bajade & Timothy Ross-Watson) and Patrick Kevin they filled the runways with an air of strength and defiance. In between the two male designers came the surprise female swimwear section by Antoinette Olivia, featuring bags by Urban Knit. Each bag, a union of European and African influences, represented the cultural diversity of the designers Dolapo James & Dayo Omikunle. Encompassing the entire third show, the undoubted star of the launch was Prangsta, by designer Melanie. Accompanied by a classical violinist, her theatrical pieces mesmerised the crowd with a magical magnetism. Melanie’s collection covered everything from princess to pauper, with the rags to riches feel captured in pieces almost grandiose in their design to others with exuding vintage chic. The Prangsta show only added to the overall […]

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I.am Clothing

What do you get when you combine the front man (Will.i.am) and the head stylist (Lor-e Philips) of the multi platinum selling Black Eyed Peas? A creative and unique label by the name of I.am clothing. Founded with the motivation of creating one off pieces rather than mass produced garments, I am clothing is haute couture for the street and consists of waistcoats, skirts, blazers, trousers and scarves. Will.i.am known for his eccentric style is a former student of the LA Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising while Lor-e Philips is widely recognised for her design and styling talents in the television, film and music industry. An advocator of individualism Lor-e talks to us about what makes I.am different from the rest. Your bio states that I.am clothing was created to awaken the world to your view of fashion, what is your view of fashion? We believe that everyone should just be themselves, whatever that is…not following trends and be true to yourself when it comes to fashion. Wear what you like and want to, not what society dictates to you… How would you describe your style? Individualistic… You produce 12 pieces of each of your designs and each piece of clothing is personally signed and numbered by Will.i.am. This is a great unique selling point…what made you decide to do this and once I.am clothing gets bigger and you produce more of each item, will it be something you can continue in the future? We decided to originally to stand against mass production. no one wants to wear something that everyone else already has…this fall/winter collection 2005 has gone up to 500 pieces being produced, they are all still signed and numbered individually by will.i.am… Whom would you class as a fashion icon? Anyone who wears what they want, […]

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i-D Magazine’s 25th Anniversary

Fashion and Textile Museum Celebrates i-D Magazine’s 25th Anniversary with Groundbreaking Exhibition Open to Public: 14 October 2005 Press View: 13 October 1-3pm 2005 marks the 25th anniversary of i-D Magazine. To celebrate, the Fashion and Textile Museum is proud to announce the forthcoming launch of an ambitious and comprehensive touring exhibition directed and curated by Terry Jones, the magazine’s founder, creative director and editor-in-chief. The exhibition will visit Paris, Tokyo, New York, Sao Paulo, Hong Kong and Beijing throughout 2006 and encompass five decades of cutting-edge creativity traced through i-D’s rich archive, from its beginnings in 1980 to the present day. Reinforcing the magazine’s position as the founder of all style magazines, it will also capture the essence of i-D, whose premise from its conception has been to empower people to express their own ideas and their individual identity. “The revolutionary aesthetic and philosophy of i-D Magazine have provided us with a bold monitor of our times” says Gity Monsef, Creative Director of FTM. “The Fashion and Textile Museum is proud to be collaborating with i-D for this seminal exhibition which will chart the 25-year history of our most visionary style publication.” The exhibition will use ‘identity’ as a central theme and explore this concept in its myriad of forms. Appealing to all five senses on a multi-dimensional level, it will do so with the use of still images, short films, 3-D sound, graphics and scent. Soundtracks featuring music and voices from around the world will form part of the installation, whilst perfumers from Symrise Inc. will work with i-D’s scent curators to create unique fragrances that epitomise the five eras that make up the magazine’s history.

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Fashion Rocks 2005

Fashion Rocks have confirmed that stars such as David Bowie, Joss Stone, Gwen Stefani and Alicia Keys will be performing at the Fashion Rocks concert on the 8th of September at the Radio City Music Hall. The event will coincide with New York Fashion week. Destiny Child is also on the line up and their performance will be their last television appearance before the trio split. CBS will air Fashion Rocks on the 9th of September. [Houston Chronicle]

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Joan Rivers

Don’t leave anything you’ve paid for. Every time I see soap in a bathroom, I grab it. “You never shake off hard times – especially in my business. Because I’ve had hard times and comeback twice in my career and there could be a third time. “You don’t know.” – Joan Rivers who at one time was once $37 million in debt [contactmusic]

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Eva apologises to Jennifer

Desperate Housewife Eva Longoria sent a written apology to Friends star Jennifer Aniston for parading in a T-shirt with the slogan “I’ll have your baby Brad” emblazoned across her chest. At the time Jennifer was rumoured not to want to have babies with Brad. After reflecting, Eva said “I do regret wearing it and I have written to Jennifer Aniston to express my sympathies over her marriage.” [contactmusic.com]

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“Black girls rule” – Trace Party

Last week, Trace Magazine brought the celebration of it’s recent issue “Black Girls Rule” to London. 4 rooms of excellent music and a chilled atmosphere made it a great party “TRACE is the leading multicultural style title. Launched in London in 1995 and New York in 1998, TRACE has nurtured the careers of photographers, designers, stylists and writers in Europe and the US and staked out an unchallenged position for itself at the cutting edge of international urban cool. TRACE covers everything from fashion, gossip, music, celebrity interviews, regular reviews of the best bands around, the latest CD releases and more.” – magazine cafe

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Anniemal

There was a time everybody was around and I was dancing with you We all went down to the party Friday night and had a drink there or two Oh what a heat Of a love and heartbeat That’s electricity Majestic sound round and round and round I’m glad you�re next to me [Annie Music]

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Nicole’s Novel

She’s been given a complete style over haul, lost a whole load of weight, split from her long time best friend (whom she apparently will be getting back with for another simple life) gotten engaged, found a new best friend in the form of Lindsay Lohan, has promised to launch herself as a singer and NOW will be releasing a novel loosely based around her own life story. Nicole Richie, mostly famous for her social skills intends to do it all. According to contact music a part of the book will deal with the petite star’s past drug addiction, she added “I think sometimes when people think of the word drug addict they think the word dirty, under a bridge, like, really rock bottom. You don’t have to be that person to be an addict.” However she does maintain that the book is fiction…

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Couture

So Stylistic and Kubi, in association with Trace magazine presents , the new fashion experience on Thursday 7th July 2005. Debuting at the Light Bar in Shoreditch, the heart of London’s creative pulses, is the platform that aligns emerging designers with established brands and promotes them in front of innovative thinkers in the fashion world. Running from 7.00pm until 12.00am, the launch fashion show comprises a drinks reception and three runway shows. Emerging Designers – London’s fresh fashion talent showcasing the designs of tomorrow. Urban Utopia ft. ‘Ruff Ryders’ – Presenting a mixture of the urban world’s take on the male fashion industry. Showcasing Prangsta – A step back in time with top fashion house Prangsta. Bringing together London’s fashion industry and trendsetters, the launch of is the start of a new fashion experience that showcases London’s most imaginative, inspiring and ingenious emerging designs. In association with Trace Magazine Thursday 7th July @ The Light Bar 233 Shoreditch High St E1 6PJ 7pm to 12 Midnight Free Drinks Reception 8-9pm Runway shows featuring Ruff Ryders and emerging designers. Music by DJ Hanif – MTV Lick Party. Party of 5 or more gain free entry to the raffle, to win 2 tickets to Trace Magazine exclusive party and more! www.sostylistic.com

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Vogue employs Brittany Murphy

Actress Brittany Murphy has packed up to London to start her job at Vogue. In preparation for a movie role, the U.S star is filming for her new comedy “Love and other disasters”. Murphy enthuses, “The film is a true British ensemble comedy. My character is the assistant to the head of UK Vogue so I’m learning to be a true, blue Anglophile [contactmusic]

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Beyonce’s outfits auctioned

In aid of VH1’s save the music charity Beyonce will be auctioning off her famous gowns, mostly designed by her mother Tina Knowles. Also included in the collection for auction is the chain top worn on the cover of her solo alubm Dangerously in Love. read more with femalefirst.co.uk

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Kate Marries Pete

The will they won’t they question has been answered as Kate Moss weds Pete Doherty for a day! According to contactmusic.com the pair married in a mock wedding at the Glastonbury’s Chapel Of Love And Loathing In Lost Vagueness. Valid only for one day, the couple celebrated their pretend union by dancing to Human League “Tell me when”, George Michael “Faith”. Fashion Label Diesel kindly held the party.

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Une Premiere

On Thursday 26th of May, My Fashion Life celebrated its 2nd Anniversary with an evening of entertainment entitled “Une Premiere”. The evening consisted of canape’s, music, masseurs, a catwalk show and more. Featured designers were Deepa Panchamia, Gavin Medford, Stabo, Aiyana, Nancy Harlem and Gemma Gunn. Thank you to everyone who attended and participated! Photographer: N’cho Sika Models provided by: Y Paris Model Management Hair: Nicky Hartwell Make up: Yolan Moodley & Nicci Tanswell Production: Michele Obi Special Thanks to Freedom Bar, Amar Thapen pr, Chic-n-unique & massage moi

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