Queen Elizabeth has long been considered a woman of many hats–and she’ll soon be adding many more to her burgeoning collection of (mainly pastel) headwear. In honor of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, Harrods has tapped thirty-one of the biggest names in fashion–including Mulberry, Valentino, and Lanvin–to design revamped versions of the St. Edward’s Crown, the Read more →
It’s the buzziest, most fashion-y red carpet of the year and it’s finally here! Welcome to the 2012 Met Ball red carpet! Finally, finally, Beyonce made it to the red carpet in the sheerest of Givenchy and the red carpet’s a wrap. So far we’re loving: Anna Wintour’s Prada-designed homage to Schiaparelli’s lobster dress; Prom Read more →
Last November, when Megha Mittal–daughter-in-law of billionaire Lakshmi Mittal–acquired bankrupt German fashion brand Escada for a reported 30 million euros, onlookers were curious as to what exactly she’d do with the struggling label.
Back then, I speculated that Mrs. Mittal was an Escada customer, and that this would be the Wharton Business School graduate’s baby.
Looks like that has proven true, as Mittal has taken multiple steps to bring the firm out of the red, including new retail stores for Escada and Escada sport, as well as lower entry price points and more daywear. (Because not everyone can be bothered with sequined dresses.)
In her latest effort, Mittal has brought on London-based designer Jonathan Saunders to create a capsule for Escada Sport. Saunders, who’s best known for his colorful prints, fits well with the brand–or, more precisely, where the brand seems to want to go. The collection will be released for resort 2012.
Nanette Lepore
Deal: Dresses are $145 (were $398), jackets and coats are $195—$275 (were $448—$698), skirts, pants and tops are $95 (were $298). Oonagh by Nanette Lepore cardigans are $95 (were $298), knit dresses are $95 (were $228—$298).
When/Where: Tuesday, November 9 to Friday, November 12. Tues—Thurs 9am—7pm, Fri 9am—5pm. 225 West 35th St between Seventh and Eighth Aves, fourth floor (212-594-0012)
Escada
Deal: Up to 95% off sportswear, gowns, shoes and handbags
When/Where: Sunday, November 7 through Tuesday, November 9. Sun—Mon 10am—7pm, Tues 10am—5pm. The Altman Building, 135 W. 18th St between Sixth and Seventh Aves (212-852-5446)
