When you get an email offering you an opportunity to interview the “fashion world’s favorite taxidermist,” you don’t ignore it. I mean, maybe some people do, but I didn’t… and I think I’m glad.
Frank Zitz has worked with everyone from Louis Vuitton to Lord & Taylor. He even created “hybrids” for Alexis Bittar.
As we here in the Western world bid Movember goodbye, men in the Middle East are showing much more commitment to facial hair. Apparently doctors are doing tons of mustache implants there. {HuffPo}
Kate Middleton wore a cute plaid McQ coatdress and played field hockey in heels on a recent visit to her old school, St. Andrews. {US Weekly}
The “i-cone-ic” bra that Madonna wore during her 1990 Blond Ambition tour has auctioned for a cool £32,450- that’s over $52,000. {The Telegraph}
It’s about to happen: Fashion’s Night Out. You’ve already watched the Biebs and Posh plug the night on repeat and studied up on where to find free foodin’ and boozin’. Now, here’s our guide to all the musical entertainment of the evening–broken down by live performances (Azealia Banks, Cindi Lauper, Chairlift), DJ sets by moonlighting Read more →
Last night, the YMA Scholarship Association held a panel discussion at FIT featuring industry vets like Michael Bastian, Alexis Bittar, Lori Goldstein, Cynthia Rowley and Terron Schaefer. The lively conversation was moderated by one of our favorite people, Mickey Boardman, so of course, hilarity ensued–but so did tons of inspiring and insightful first-hand stories and Read more →
If you doubted that Absolutely Fabulous was going to be able to stage a comeback, well, you’re wrong. They pulled off a successful Christmas special (featuring Stella McCartney nonetheless), more episodes are forthcoming, and a feature film is reportedly in the works. So what now?
The AbFab ladies just scored an advertising campaign with jeweler Alexis Bittar. Vogue UK caught up with the ladies and designer at the campaign shoot.
Edina and Patsy don lots of bangles and kitschy New York Americana, and vamp for the camera.
It’s December 23. Is your shopping done? If not, you better get going. We rounded up 10 cute things that would make great last-minute gifts. You obviously don’t have time to order these online though, so bookmark this page on your phone and get yourself out into the world, credit card in hand. Now go!
(But first click through to see our last-minute-but-still-very-thoughtful gifts.)
Made Her Think
Deal: Up to 80% off tough-girl jewelry
When/Where: Friday, June 24 through Saturday, June 25. Fri 1pm—7pm, Sat noon—6pm. 195 Chrystie St between Stanton and Rivington Sts (212-228-2144)
Link: www.madeherthink.com
Ends: Saturday, 25 Jun 2011
Johnny Depp Takes Home an Award for His Dedication to Headwear: Johnny Depp’s been awarded the “Hat Person Of The Year” award by the Headwear Association. We nominate Anna Dello Russo for next year’s award, in the category of “Fruit Millinery.” {VogueUK}
Matthew Williamson Thinks Kate Middleton Isn’t a Fashion Bunny: Matthew Williamson just launched his bridal line, but we suspect he won’t be dressing Kate Middleton. “Kate isn’t a fashion bunny,” [Williamson said.] “I don’t know why everyone in fashion is waiting to see what she wears. I’m, like, thinking: get over it.” {Telegraph UK}
Karl Lagerfeld Shoots Rachel Bilson in a Tiara For an Ice Cream Commercial: Rachel Bilson was snapped in Paris on the set of a Magnum ice cream commercial which Karl Lagerfeld is directing. She was wearing a bathrobe and a tiara. We are anxiously awaiting the final product. (And suddenly want an ice cream bar.) {PopSugar}
Alexis Bittar
Deal: 25% off the jewelry designer’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection, including Lucite, Elements and Miss Havisham.
When/Where: Ongoing until they run out. At Alexis Bittar’s three shops: 353 Bleecker St., 1100 Madison Ave., 465 Broome St., New York, and also online at AlexisBittar.com.
Eva New York
Deal: 30% to 70% off clothing from designers like Henrik Vibskov, Mandy Coon, Eairth, Ann Yee, and Logan Neitzel.
When/Where: Sunday, July 11 through Saturday, July 31. Sun—Thurs noon—8pm, Fri—Sat noon—9pm. 355A Bowery between Third and Fourth Sts (212-925-3890)
Native on Franklin
Deal: 25% off all accessories and jewelry.
When/Where: Monday – Friday, noon to 10pm; Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 10pm. 5915 Franklin Ave., Los Angeles. (323-962-7710)
Alexis Bittar
Deal: 25% off the jewelry designer’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection, including Lucite, Elements and Miss Havisham.
When/Where: Ongoing until they run out. At Alexis Bittar’s three shops: 353 Bleecker St., 1100 Madison Ave., 465 Broome St., New York, and also online at AlexisBittar.com
Dolce Vita
Deal: Summer sale up to 70% off
When/Where: Ongoing and online. Mon—Sat noon—8pm. Sun noon—7pm. 149 Ludlow St between Stanton and Rivington Sts., New York (212-529-2111)
Jill Stuart
Deal: Up to 60% off Spring 2010
When/Where: Today through Wednesday, July 7. Mon—Sat 11am—7pm, Sun Noon—6pm. 100 Greene St between Prince and Spring Sts. (212-343-2300)
Last Friday we were lucky enough to visit the studio of newly crowned CFDA Accessories Designer of the Year Alexis Bittar. See the video after the jump.
Click through for the best of the best from the CFDA Awards, including Iris Apfel, Tonne Goodman, and Jamie Bochert.
