Archive for July 2011

Alexa Chung’s Got a New Fashion Reality Show

There’s a big fat story in WWD this morning about the rise of fashion reality TV shows, but the only actual news is that Lifetime has a new series in the works starring Alexa Chung.24-Hour Catwalk will be hosted by the presenter/fashion star, and the show will pit designers against each other in runway challenges. We’re hoping this means Zoolander-esque walk-offs, but it probably just means Project Runway-esque competitions (with new contestants each episode).

We’re still stoked for Chung’s PBS series, but who knows if that actually ever went into production. IMBD doesn’t.

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Entertainment

Watch: Mariah Carey’s Hilarious and Kinda Mind Blowing HSN Appearance

By Leah Chernikoff Monday, Jul 25, 2011 / 10:51 AM


Mariah Carey hasn’t made many public appearances since giving birth to twins Moroccan Scott and Monroe back in April, but she surfaced Sunday night to shill her blinged out butterfly jewelry, clothing, and fragrances on HSN. What ensued in those two hours was hilarious, we gather, from Gawker’s edited down footage. Carey gripes about her difficult pregnancy (she suggests some of her HSN merch can serve as “push gifts”), gets confused a lot about which camera to look at, and coins a new word (or at least it’s new to me): pow. A boot is “like pow.” A girl walking down the street in Mariah Carey for HSN is “pow.” This whole clip is POW. Click here to watch.
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Kate Moss

Report: Kate Moss Will Wear Wedding Gowns by a Handful of Designers in a Carrie Bradshaw-esque Editorial For September Vogue

It sounds like the year’s most highly-anticipated Vogue issue will feature cover girl Kate Moss in more than just one wedding dress. The John Galliano number she chose for her June nuptials will be given some competition, according to reports in Page Six. The gossip column has it on good authority that Moss was photographed in gowns by several different designers for a spread in the glossy. Mario Testino, who also shot Moss’ wedding for the September issue, reportedly shot the spread.

Anna Wintour reportedly asked “about 10″ designers, including Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang and Valentino, to create the looks they’d most like to see Moss wear down the aisle.

It’s kind of hard to believe that 10 major designers created one-of-a-kind wedding gowns just for a magazine spread, but I guess if it happened in Sex and the City, it can happen in real life. Right? It is the September issue after all…

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Models

Sasha Pivovarova To Make Her Acting Debut Next to Justin Timberlake

This October, Russian beauty Sasha Pivovarova will be boldly going where many models have gone before–Hollywood. A blink-and-you-miss-it appearance in the new trailer for In Time confirms Sasha has, at the very least, a cameo in the futuristic sci-fi thriller which also stars Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried and other recent model-turned-actors, Alex Pettyfer and Yaya DaCosta.

The story is Logan’s Run meets Children of Men, chronicling a world where time is the new currency and everyone ceases aging at 25. Come to think of it, a model would probably have a lot to draw on in order to act in a film like this.

Sasha’s character actually has a name (it’s Clara) which is always a good sign for any upcoming actress.

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  • DANA KRUSPE
  • Monday, Jul 25, 2011 / 9:00 AM
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Magazines

Rumor: Vogue‘s New ‘Secret’ Website Will Be a Digital Archive of Every Single Issue Ever

Vogue has been conspicuously embracing technology and new media lately. To wit: Anna pronouncing at the Webby awards that “geeks can be chic.” An “ Vogue influencers” network of bloggers. A recent re-boot of the glossy’s website. The under-promoted Voguepedia feature on said website.

Adweek reported last week on the success of Vogue’s ad page sales for its upcoming September issue, which were strong. In the course of the article, Vogue’s publisher Susan Plagemann let drop that they are “rolling out a new web property in December,” but declined to give more details. “The brand’s relevance is at an all-time high,” she said.

According to a reliable source, we’ve learned that this mysterious web property will be a digital archive. That means every single issue since the fashion bible launched in the 1890’s will be available online.

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People We Like

Amy Winehouse’s Fashion Legacy

Amy Winehouse will be remembered not only for her amazing contributions to music, but also for her signature style.

From Vogue Paris to Chanel runways, Amy’s bouffant and winged eyeliner have made her an inspiration to many designers, editors, and stylists. Even up-and-coming rapper Kreayshawn’s draws from Winehouse’s repertoire.

Take a look at all the interpretations of Winehouse’s fashion. She will be greatly missed.

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News

Amy Winehouse is Dead

By Lauren Sherman Saturday, Jul 23, 2011 / 12:48 PM

Singer Amy Winehouse has been found dead in her London flat, the Daily Mail reports. She was 27. In the short period in which she made headlines, Winehouse became a style inspiration for plenty of fashion folk, most notably Karl Lagerfeld. Our condolences to her family.

News

Michelle Obama Wears Chris Benz on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition!

By Lauren Sherman Friday, Jul 22, 2011 / 5:35 PM

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It’s a Million Degrees Out! Here are 14 Cute, Practical Things to Wear During a Heatwave

It’s at least 8,000º in New York, or at least that’s what it feels like right now and tomorrow doesn’t look like it will be much different. It’s hard to figure out the best thing to wear in these kinds of conditions. Skimpy and tight or loose and flowy? Dresses or shorts?

There are several different options for keeping at least somewhat cool during a heatwave other than staying inside or going out naked. It’s all about feeling like you’re naked without actually being naked. Stick with thin fabrics in loose silhouettes that don’t cling to the body and steer clear of thing likse thick leather belts and dark colors.

Wear sunscreen, walk on the shady side of the street, go to the movies, and you’ll be cool as a cucumber!

Here are some cute ideas if you need further inspiration.

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Parties

Heidi Klum Says Tim Gunn Will Be Seen Jogging on Project Runway and Other Tidbits From Last Night’s Glamour Dinner

The many twinkling candles at last night’s Glamour reception for Heidi Klum could only be matched by the supermodel’s equally incandescent Gucci mini and megawatt smile. The event, held at SoHo’s B&B wine bar, was a celebration of Klum’s August cover. Well-schvitzed guests piled in from the heat to sip sparkling rosé in minuscule outfits—which you know are weather appropriate when Michael Kors comments on friend Anne Christensen’s getup by saying, “the whole city should be wearing a romper!“

Designer Chris Benz, fresh off a New York mag centerfold, was there to celebrate the Glamour girl, who he describes as “embracing a certain level of intelligence that I always aspire to in my collections.” Nearby Maria Cornejo, who’ll soon be departing for the Greek Isles agreed: “They have a life, they’re real women. They approach fashion with a sense of humor and also intelligence.”

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  • Misty White Sidell
  • Friday, Jul 22, 2011 / 4:30 PM
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Best Dressed

Best Dressed: Emma Stone in Tom Ford, Diane Kruger in Miu Miu and More

By Alaina Hernandez Friday, Jul 22, 2011 / 4:00 PM


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Sales

Racked Dealfeed: Billy Reid, Steven Alan, Oak and More

Oak
Deal: 30% off edgy men’s and women’s clothing, as well as assorted accessories. Sale goes to 40% off on July 4th, then increases to 50% off later in the month.
When/Where: Thursday, June 23rd through Friday, July 22nd. Mon—Sat 11am—8pm, Sun 11am—7pm. 28 Bond Street between Lafayette St and Bowery (212-677-1293)
Link: www.oaknyc.com
Ends: Friday, 22 Jul 2011

Tim Hamilton, Tom Scott
Deal: 60% to 70% off men’s and women’s apparel plus footwear.
When/Where: Thursday, July 21st to Saturday, July 23rd. Thurs—Fri 9:30am—7pm, Sat 11am—5pm. 508-526 West 26th St between 10th and 11th Aves, fifth floor, suite 5B (917-355-4517)
Link: www.timhamilton.com, www.tomscottnyc.com
Ends: Saturday, 23 Jul 2011

Billy Reid
Deal: Up to 75% off men’s and women’s outerwear, suiting, knits, shirting, accessories, and dresses. Also, get deals on Earnest Sewn and Oliver Rayn.
When/Where: Wednesday, July 20 through Sunday, July 24. Wed—Sat 10:30am—7pm; Sun 10:30am—6pm. Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Ave between 15th and 16th Sts (no phone)
Link: www.billyreid.com
Ends: Sunday, 24 Jul 2011

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