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Sarah Ferguson

Tuesday April 5th, 2011

Fashion News Roundup: Gisele Likes to Drop “F” Bombs, CFDA’s Auction for Japan, and Anne Vyalitsyna’s Children’s Book
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Gisele Likes to Drop “F” Bombs, CFDA’s Auction for Japan, and Anne Vyalitsyna’s Children’s Book

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Victoria’s Secret Angel Wing Maker Says Gisele is Difficult: Brooklyn costume designer Ted Southern says that Heidi Klum is the easiest model to work with while Gisele is “always screaming, ‘What the f–k is this?’” {New York Post}

Mugler’s Digital Future:New creative director Nicola Formichetti says that he was hired to bring Mugler into “the new decade.” During the live-stream of Formichetti’s first show for the brand, Mugler’s Facebook page got 3.2 million page views and was the number one trending topic on Twitter worldwide. {WWD, subscription required}

Astrologers Predict John Galliano’s Replacement at Dior:Style.com enlisted horoscope experts to examine the signs of those who have been rumored to be taking over the French house. The stars seem to be aligning for Haider Ackermann, who as an Aries, apparently has a “significant fate” awaiting him. {Style.com}

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Published at 1:24 PM

Sunday April 3rd, 2011

Adventures in Copyright: Zara’s Sweet on Prada’s Entire Spring Collection
Adventures in Copyright

Adventures in Copyright: Zara’s Sweet on Prada’s Entire Spring Collection

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It seems like Prada’s spring 2011 collection is everywhere. It’s on the cover of every fashion glossy, it dominates editorials, and a look from the collection even made an appearance on a cartoon lady in an Airfrance ad. And now the collection is hitting the high street. A tipster sent in this photo of the window display at a Zara in London which is essentially a scene from Prada’s runway, right down to the striped sombrero (thought in white instead of neon). A fashion sleuth investigated further and it seems there are many, many pieces in store right now that look very, very “inspired” by Prada’s spring collection.

“The entire store is totally Prada-ed out,” our sleuth reports. “The color scheme includes royal blue, and vivid shades of orange, green, and pink. Crop tops and skirts are striped, as are the scarves a la the Prada mink stoles. Prints are tropical and silhouettes are boxy and loose.”

Check out another photo of Zara’s take on Prada. It’s not the first time Zara’s been heavily inspired by the runways, but did they take things too far this time?

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Published at 10:51 AM

Friday April 1st, 2011

Fashion News Roundup: What Fashion People Wore to Prom, New Yorkers May Need a Style Makeover, and Candice Swanepoel Responds to Weight Loss Controversy
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: What Fashion People Wore to Prom, New Yorkers May Need a Style Makeover, and Candice Swanepoel Responds to Weight Loss Controversy

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Fashion People Share Their Prom Pics: Betsey Johnson was crowned Prom Queen at her 1958 school dance in a poofy princess dress and Karlie Kloss, who attended prom recently in a Jason Wu frock, jokes that she was probably the first person ever to wear the designer in St.Louis. Charlotte Ronson, the Vena Cava girls and more submitted photos. {Teen Vogue}

Prada Is About to Go Public: Prada recently announced plans to go public on the Hong Kong Stock Bourse, and it looks like the date for their stock market debut is nearing. Sources say the Italian luxury brand is on track to go public by July. {WWD, subscription required}

Candice Swanepoel Confronts Her Weight-Loss Critics: South African bombshell and VS Angel Candice Swanepoel came under fire yesterday when some photos of her at a Victoria’s Secret event showed her looking dramatically thinner. Today she responded to the NY Daily News, “”I am healthy and happy. I’m heartened to know how much everyone cares about me, but in this case everything is normal and good.” Hope so! {New York Daily News}

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Published at 3:32 PM

Thursday March 31st, 2011

BFF’s Karlie Kloss and Jourdan Dunn a.k.a “Jourlie” Reveal Details About Their Friendship in i-D, As Well As Jordan’s Plans to Launch a Denim Line

BFF’s Karlie Kloss and Jourdan Dunn a.k.a “Jourlie” Reveal Details About Their Friendship in i-D, As Well As Jordan’s Plans to Launch a Denim Line

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Coco Rocha and Behati Prinsloo, or “Cohati” as they are adoringly known, aren’t the only besties on the runway anymore. Karlie Kloss and Jourdan Dunn are two of the most ubiquitous faces in modeling these days, and they’re also best friends forever.

The duo, now referred to as “Jourlie,” share one of i-D magazine’s latest covers in the buff. Inside, the pair say their friendship blossomed during a shoot for Topshop. They soon realized that they share a birthday and have been inseparable ever since. Some other personal info, via Modelinia:

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Published at 4:45 PM
Fashion News Roundup: Marion Cotillard’s New Ads for Dior, Miu Miu Does E-Commerce, and Janice Dickinson’s Hypocritical Stance on Fur
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Marion Cotillard’s New Ads for Dior, Miu Miu Does E-Commerce, and Janice Dickinson’s Hypocritical Stance on Fur

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Dior Heads East: In the latest Lady Dior ad by Craig McDean, Marion Cotillard lounges in front of a window bearing a view of St. Basil’s Cathedral in Russia’s capital. The French house is also gearing up for an exhibition at the Pushkin Museum in Moscow and the reopening of Dior’s Stoleshnikov shop. {WWD, subscription required}

An Erratic Conversation With Janice Dickinson: The self-proclaimed first supermodel says that she’s finally done with pain killers and is against fur but wears it when it’s “really cold.” {Grazia UK}

Miu Miu Takes the E-Commerce Plunge: Beginning April 6th, Prada’s little sister will offer ready to wear, accessories, runway looks, and even online exclusives on their website to shoppers all over the world. {Style.com}

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Published at 1:17 PM

Tuesday March 29th, 2011

Fashion Imitates Art, Art Imitates Life: Our Top Ten Posts from Fashion Blog “Miss Moss”
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Fashion Imitates Art, Art Imitates Life: Our Top Ten Posts from Fashion Blog “Miss Moss”

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Whether it is accidental or deliberate, fashion imitates art. We stumbled across a South African blog, Miss Moss, that proves our theory.

The blogger juxtaposes street style snapshots and runway looks with paintings, costumes from period films, vintage design, and even pottery in an inventive series called “Color Comparisons” in which she creates side by side comparisons of Mary Katrantzou‘s creations with decorative oriental prints on ceramics.

Here are our top ten favorite pairings by Miss Moss.

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Published at 6:21 PM
Fashion News Roundup: Chanel Employees Don’t Love Blake Lively, a Fake Gaga Causes a Stir in Miami, and Alexander Wang Does Menswear
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Chanel Employees Don’t Love Blake Lively, a Fake Gaga Causes a Stir in Miami, and Alexander Wang Does Menswear

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Christie’s to Auction Off Elizabeth Taylor’s Precious Gems: A date for the auction has not been confirmed, but expect a treasure trove of jewels that is said to be worth over $150 million. {People StyleWatch}

The Puffer Coat–From Sleeping Bag to Fab: We can’t wait to retire our puffer coats when this never ending winter ends, and this time, we’re retiring the bulky jacket for good. Next fall, expect to see the puffer coat in new, much cooler styles. {WWD, subscription required}

Not Everyone Loves Lively: According to Gatecrasher, an employee at Chanel USA is dishing that not everyone at the house is as enamored by Blake Lively as Karl Lagerfeld. The source says that many feel that the all-American starlet and face of Chanel’s Mademoiselle handbag line is “off-brand.” But obviously, what Karl says, goes. {NY Daily News Gatecrasher}

Miami Goes Gaga for a Fake Gaga: While the real Lady Gaga celebrated her 25th birthday in Vegas, an imposter ran around Miami, causing a stir among fans, sales associates and PR people. The faux Gaga made stops at “normal” stores like French Connection and Guess, prompting Guess’ PR Manager to send out a hurried press release announcing the singer’s presence. The spokesperson said that Gaga purchased the Lucy Lace Skirt–a mundane A-line skirt that clearly should have tipped people off that the lookalike was an imposter. {Page Six}

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Published at 12:54 PM

Thursday March 24th, 2011

Fashion News Roundup: American Apparel’s CEO is Sued Again, Anna Dello Russo Says Its OK to Look Like a Christmas Tree, and Men are Getting More Fashionable
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: American Apparel’s CEO is Sued Again, Anna Dello Russo Says Its OK to Look Like a Christmas Tree, and Men are Getting More Fashionable

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Dov Charney Strikes Again: For the second time this month, Charney, American Apparel’s CEO, is being sued for sexual harassment. This time, a 19 year old former employee claims that she went to his home to discuss future job opportunities and Charney undressed her then forced her to perform sexual acts. Charney, of course, denies the claims. {NY Times}

Kate and Naomi Set the Record Straight: A new website allows celebrities to correct false information written about them in the press called ICorrect. Kate Moss writes that any Twitter of Facebook account bearing her name are imposters and Naomi Campbell explains a controversial comment she made about the location of the 2018 World Cup. Other participants on the site include Sienna Miller and Tommy Hilfiger. {Vogue UK}

For Anna Dello Russo, Fashion Week is Like the Olympic Games: In a video interview on CNN, the Vogue Nippon editor talks about her love of Dolce & Gabbana and Lady Gaga, and admits that she changes outfits three times per day. Of her eccentric wardrobe choices, Russo says “Sometimes I look like a Christmas tree. But it’s okay!” {CNN}

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Published at 1:08 PM

Tuesday March 22nd, 2011

Fashion News Roundup: Lindsay Lohan’s Ungaro Collection Is On eBay, How to Walk Like a Model, and More Designer Collaborations
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Lindsay Lohan’s Ungaro Collection Is On eBay, How to Walk Like a Model, and More Designer Collaborations

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Check Out the Complete Matthew Williamson Collection for Macy’s: The London designer’s latest capsule collection includes brightly colored blouses, 70s inspired dresses, and rompers in signature Williamson prints. Prices for the line start at just $24 and hit stores April 13th. {InStyle}

Alexander Wang’s Budding Empire: Wang discusses his rise to fashion fame and hopes his brand will have a life longer than his. {Telegraph}

Lindsay Lohan for Ungaro Now On eBay: For $450 or your “best offer,” you can own a dress from Lohan’s disastrous collection for Ungaro. {Imaginary Socialite}

Why Kenneth Cole Hearts Twitter: The designer uses Twitter as a form of year-round advertising. Though he admits that now, in light of his Egypt comment that outraged many last month, his tweets go through a filter. {Glamour}

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Published at 12:30 PM

Thursday March 10th, 2011

Kanye’s Paris Fashion Week Misadventures

Kanye’s Paris Fashion Week Misadventures

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The fashion industry has a love/hate relationship with celebrities. Paris Vogue is just one of the European glossies notorious for choosing models over celebs for their covers. Last year, Marc Jacobs banned them from his front row because he thinks they distract people from paying attention to the show.

Kanye West definitely experienced this relationship during Paris Fashion Week this season. The rapper and fashion enthusiast managed to score invites to shows like Valentino and Givenchy, but not everyone in Paris was so welcoming.

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Published at 3:07 PM
Fashion News Roundup: The Richest People in Fashion, Alexa Chung is Designing for Madewell Again, and Dogs in Couture
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: The Richest People in Fashion, Alexa Chung is Designing for Madewell Again, and Dogs in Couture

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The Richest People in Fashion: Forbes 2011 Rich List is out and LVMH owner Bernard Arnault came in at number four with a worth of a whopping £25.3 billion. Other fashion people to make the list were Francois Pinault, Phillip Green, and Giorgio Armani. {Vogue UK}

More Madewell for Alexa Chung: The it-girl’s second collection for the brand will hit stores next fall. For now, you can get your Alexa Chung dose on Madewell’s website where starting Monday, she will model pieces from the brand styled with her own personal items. {Elle}

Neiman Marcus Gets Digital: The department store launched its own fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog, NMdaily. It will give shoppers a behind the scenes look into the fashion world. {NMdaily}

What’s Wrong With Fashion Today?: Long time fashion writer Colin McDowell says that fashion and couture are “adrift and lost” today and yearns for the days of Diana Vreeland. {Business of Fashion}

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Published at 1:25 PM