Vivienne Westwood Returns to London Catwalk!
December 20, 2007 | Leave a Comment
After ten years away from the London catwalk, Vivienne Westwood is returning! She’s planning on showing her women’s wear line, “Red Label” in February, the 10th through the 15th. The clothes she’ll be showing are for the Winter and Fall 2008 collection.
The last collection Vivienne showed was in 1998, and now she says, “The sales of all our lines are increasing and we decided that Red Label, which is successful worldwide and is so popular in the U.K. should have its own show.”
As you can see below, Vivienne’s logo is a “royal ORB” with a cross on it. It’s bejeweled, and is very appropriate for this fashion icon, who has been called the Queen of British Fashion. In addition to fashion, Vivienne has designed watches, an eyewear collection, and some tableware.
Two other designers, Matthew Williamson and Luella Bartley, did something similar. They were out for several years, and then returned back to the show in fall of 2007.
Jennifer Lopez Suing Former Partner Andy Hilfiger
December 20, 2007 | 1 Comment
Jennifer Lopez is suing former fashion partner Andy Hilfiger (brother to Tommy Hilfiger) because her clothing line, “Sweetface” flopped last year at New York Fashion Week.
Rival lawsuits are being prepared. One source said, “It is expected that she will file suit and that he will counter sue. They’re likely to sue each other.”
Andy was the Sweetface CEO, and Andy and J-Lo had been working together for years. Evidently, the split took place when J-Lo’s husband, Marc Anthony, became involved, because his hands-on approach limited Andy. Jennifer and Andy argued about the interference, and then broke it off.
Now, Andy is back working for his brother, Tommy - and sources say he’s quite happy.
A Truly Ugly Dior High Heel Sandal
December 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment
I hate this shoe. I love heels, but hate sandals. I think what happened is whoever came designed this shoe from Christian Dior by John Galliano was trying to please everyone. The result is obvious, atrocious. I can’t imagine a scarier thing to put on one’s foot. Besides, where would you wear it?
This gold and leather sandal has… balls attached to it. Big balls, medium balls, and little balls. The problem is I think the balls are the only part I don’t like. The rest of the sandal is quite cute
The sandal costs over to $1,000. The only thing I could reasonably see anyone wearing it is for a costume party or for dress up. But then, it would have to cost less than $10.
Stella McCartney’s Fragrance “Stella”
December 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Earlier this year, Stella McCartney was named “Designer of the Year.” Stella’s self-named perfume is just one of the many reason why she won that title.
Stella made her name for being passionately against fur and creating feminine looks using floral designs from wispy cottons that even the celebs like: Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kate Moss. The femininity found in her clothing has translated to her perfume, but added something as well.
Stella said, “I wanted to capture the fragility of the high summer rose when the petals are just about to fall off. It’s not about skipping around the country in a frilly skirt on a summer day.” The contrasting scents of rose and amber fused to make a rich and sensual “intense femininity.”
Glamour and Tommy Hilfiger: Dreams Do Come True
December 14, 2007 | 1 Comment
Inspired by Tommy Hilfiger’s new scent, “Dreaming,” he and Glamour Magazine are partnering together to make women’s dreams come true through “Glamour Reel Docs.”
Hilfiger and Glamour invite contestants to share a dream they want fulfilled. Glamour will make the dreams of up to three women come true and turn the stories into a documentary. For more information, or to join, visit www.glamalert.com.
“Reel docs is an amazing opportunity for the women who will be achieving their dreams and I am honored to be a part of making those dreams come true,” said Hilfiger.
According to Hilfiger, Dreaming “Is a sensuous and seductive scent with an element of playfulness.”
Christmas is truly the time to be thinking of fragrances - and making dreams come true!
Christian Lacroix Opens Store In New York
December 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment
French designer Christian Lacroix opened his second store in the states earlier this week, located on East 57th Street in New York. Says Lacroix, who founded his Haute Couture house in Paris in 1987:
“I will never forget how supportive the United States and New York were at the very beginning of my career, so it is a legitimate return to my ‘American roots’ twenty years later, after my first show here.”
The store carries the Fall 2007 collection of womenswear, menswear and accessories. His Haute Couture collections, famed for ultra-luxe and artful theatricality, were joined by elegant ready-to-wear collections in 1988, followed by fantastical shoes, bags and jewelry in 1989.
Patrick Dempsey Fronts New Campaign for Versace
December 6, 2007 | 1 Comment
Patrick Dempsey is officially the new face of the Versace ad campaign and will feature prominently in the spring/summer 2008 menswear campaign. Dempsey recently wrapped a photo shoot for the campaign with top fashion photographer, Mario Testino.
“It was so lovely to work with Donatella Versace, she is an iconic and inspirational woman and a wonderful person, not to mention what a pleasure it was to work with Mario Testino, too, one of the world’s finest photographers.”
Donatella Versace says Dempsey is a perfect match:
“Patrick represents everything that is great about this collection — he has that confidence, he is completely comfortable in his own skin, which is so attractive. He is the modern man of today and of course looks fantastic in the clothes.”
Justin Timberlake Joins Forces With J. Lindeberg
December 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Justin Timberlake and his clothing label, Wlliam Rast, have joined forces with J. Lindeberg and will feature a new sportswear line, scheduled to be ready in the Fall of 2008. Timberlake and long time friend and business partner Trace Ayala have secured a deal with Paris68, the Lindeberg’s New York based design consultancy.
Timberlake told WWD:
“I have always admired the modern designs and sophisticated aesthetics of Johan and Marcella Lindeberg. I am really excited that we have the chance to develop these strong collections together and that my vision for a complete William Rast lifestyle brand is in the hands of two of my most favorite designers.”
Matthew McConaughey Fronts New Dolce & Gabbana Scent
December 3, 2007 | 4 Comments
“The One For Men,” the newest scent from Dolce & Gabbana, will hit store shelves in March 2008 and they’ve chosen actor Matthew McConaughey to be the face of the new fragrance.
Expect to see McConaughey soon in the new ad spots. In the ads for television, McConaughey is shown running from paparazzi on Paris streets, dressed to the nines in a Dolce & Gabbana suit and sunglasses. The print ads feature McConaughey with his hair slicked back, wearing a white shirt unbuttoned at the collar, with the fragrance in the foreground.
“The One for Men” will come in two two sizes and will retail for $55.00 and $70.00. Also featured are aftershave lotion ($45.00), aftershave balm ($35.00), deoderant stick ($22.00) and shower gel ($30.00).
The New Face of Miu Miu: Kirsten Dunst
November 29, 2007 | 1 Comment
Best known for her amazing job as a “Mary Jane” in Spiderman, Kirsten Dunst has taken on a new role: modeling for Miu Miu. Kirsten is replacing Lindsay Lohan, who did the Spring/Summer 2007 ad campaigns, and she will star in the Spring/Summer 2008 advertisements.
Miucci Prada has long been known to promote her brand using beautiful female celebrities - and Kirsten is just one more to do that. One source confirms that “Kirsten just wrapped a photoshoot for Miu Miu’s new range in Los Angelos with fashion photographers Mert and Marcus.”
Ideally, Kirsten’s face will help promote the brand’s growth in the U.S. as new boutiques are opening in New York and Los Angelos.