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Wednesday July 18th, 2012

Legendary Models Dish: Embarrassing Moments, Critiques of the Modeling Industry Today, and Why Kate Upton Is Important
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Legendary Models Dish: Embarrassing Moments, Critiques of the Modeling Industry Today, and Why Kate Upton Is Important

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Last night I got to attend what turned out to be one of my favorite fashion events ever: The NYC premiere of the HBO documentary About Face: Supermodels Then and Now. After seeing a few trailers (here and here), I couldn’t wait to see the film. (You can catch the broadcast premiere Monday July 30 at 9pm on HBO.)

Photographer and director Timothy Greenfield-Sanders told us he got the idea for the movie after he attended a cocktail party with a group of models from the 70s and 80s. After doing a shoot with them, he realized that there was a story there, so contacted others (going back to the 50s and 60s) to see if they would work with him–and no one had any hesitations. Models like Isabella Rossellini, Beverly Johnson, Jerry Hall, Carmen dell’Orefice and many more ended up in the final product.

Some of these modeling legends, like China Machado, Carol Alt, and Beverly Johnson, hit the red carpet at the Paley Center for Media last night to share their memories as well as opine about the modeling industry now.

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Wednesday May 9th, 2012

Friday April 27th, 2012

Is Project Runway Bad for the Fashion Industry? Calvin Klein, Fern Mallis and More Weigh In
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Is Project Runway Bad for the Fashion Industry? Calvin Klein, Fern Mallis and More Weigh In

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Former Project Runway contestants always seem to try to distance themselves from the show after they go out into the world on their own. Christian Siriano has been dealing with Project Runway demons for years, and Rami Kashou, who was on the show twice (and most recently ousted on the Project Runway All-Stars season) told us: “But it’s a game show, it’s nothing more to me. It’s produced.” And according to fashion industry insiders, if you want a career as a fashion designer, you’d best distance yourself from reality TV fashion, too.

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Wednesday April 25th, 2012

Fashion News Roundup: Calvin Klein’s Boyfriend Gets Busted, John Varvatos Shuns Fashion Star‘s Shenanigans, and Bill Cunningham is Honored by Carnegie Hall
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Calvin Klein’s Boyfriend Gets Busted, John Varvatos Shuns Fashion Star‘s Shenanigans, and Bill Cunningham is Honored by Carnegie Hall

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Calvin Klein’s Baby Boyfriend Drama: Twenty-two-year-old ex-porn star Nick Gruber, who shares a suspiciously similar hairstyle and skin smoothness with his 69 y.o. designer beau, was arrested yesterday on charges of assault, resisting arrest, and cocaine possession– in that order. It seems the law has come between him and his Calvin. {NY Post}

UGG Opening New NYC Flagship: After the apocalypse, the only things left will be rats, Cher, and Uggs. The fuzzy boot retailer, which continues to expand against all the fashion faux pas odds, will open a 2,500-sq-foot store in NYC’s Meatpacking District this fall. {WWD}

John Varvatos Doesn’t Fancy Fashion Star Theatrics: The Fashion Star mentor isn’t very into the ridiculous shenanigans that explode onstage during the clothing presentations on his reality show. “If the show continues to go on,” he’d apparently like to see less of these distractions. Hold on– if? IF?? But what on Earth would we do on Tuesday nights without this glorious, fashion forward, relevant celebrity-driven concoction of a series? I can’t bear the thought. {BuzzFeed}

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Tuesday November 15th, 2011

Why Are There So Many Scorpios in Fashion? We Ask Astrologer Susan Miller to Explain
Fashion Careers

Why Are There So Many Scorpios in Fashion? We Ask Astrologer Susan Miller to Explain

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Could your astrological sign make you suited to a career in fashion?

As ridiculous as that may sound, Anna Wintour, Robbie Myers, Glenda Bailey, Calvin Klein, Zac Posen, Edith Head, Emilio Pucci, Kelly Cutrone, Peter Lindbergh, Alexa Chung, Isabella Blow, Daphne Guinness, Chloe Sevigny, Lauren Hutton, Jean Shrimpton and Helmut Newton are just a few of the many editors, designers, photographers and style icons who were born under the sign of Scorpio. These folks are successful, powerful, iconic and we had a hunch that it wasn’t just a coincidence.

I happen to be a Scorpio myself and considered that might be the only reason I kept noticing other fashion people with November birthdays, until I realized other people had noticed that as well, like Astrologyzone‘s Susan Miller (aka the fashion industry’s most trusted advisor).

Susan also does the horoscopes for Elle, so she’s familiar with the fashion world, and in fact, works for Scorpio editor Robbie Myers. Also, one of her daughters is Chrissie Miller, designer of Sophomore. Susan was nice enough to chat with us about Scorpio personality traits and why this particular water sign is such a great fit for the fashion industry.

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Thursday December 2nd, 2010

Wednesday September 1st, 2010

Fashion News Roundup: The Online Styling Game, Lourdes’ Acting Gig, and an Interview With Tati Cotliar
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: The Online Styling Game, Lourdes’ Acting Gig, and an Interview With Tati Cotliar

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The Styling Game: Looking to brush up on your styling skills? In addition to reading our contributor Sally Lyndley’s column, you might try InStyle’s new fashion game “Instant Stylist.” You’re given a look styled by an In Style editor and your challenge is to add the right accessories. {InStyle.com}

Fashion Picnic: Check out a behind-the-scenes video of model Irina Lazareanu posing on park benches and rolling around in the probably dog poo-filled grass of Washington Square Park. It was all for Erin Kleinberg’s lookbook shoot. {Elle.com}

Lourdes Hits the Big Screen: You can officially add actress to Madonna’s 13-year-old daughter’s growing list of professions. She was spotted in a school uniform on the set of W.E., Madonna’s second directorial gig. {Daily Mail}

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Wednesday August 25th, 2010

Racked Dealfeed: Kiki de Montparnasse, James Perse and More
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Racked Dealfeed: Kiki de Montparnasse, James Perse and More

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James Perse

Deal: $25 to $30 for t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, and shirt dress samples, $135 to $175 for sweatshirts and outwear, $50 to $65 for trendy T-shirts, $75 for long jersey dresses, and more.
When/Where: Thursday, August 26 through Sunday, August 29. Thurs 4pm—9pm, Fri—Sat 10am—8pm, Sun 10am—4pm.
189 Schermerhorn St between Hoyt and Smith Sts, Boerum Hill (no phone)

Kiki de Montparnasse
Deal: Bras are $35 to $65, thongs are $15 to $30, panties are $20 to $45, ready-to-wear and lounge wear is $45 to $175, and accessories are $20 to $75.
When/Where: Friday, August 27 through Wednesday, September 1. Daily 12pm—7:30pm. 79 Greene St between Spring and Broome Sts (212-965-8150)

Sophomore
Deal: Up to 80% off pieces from the laid-back label’s spring and fall collections
When/Where: Thursday, August 26 through Sunday, August 28. Daily noon—8pm. Court, 178 Mulberry St between Broome and Kenmare Sts (212-925-1022)

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Tuesday August 10th, 2010

Friday July 9th, 2010

Best Dressed: Paris Edition, Featuring Blake Lively, Lou Doillon, Charlotte Dellal, and More!
Best Dressed

Best Dressed: Paris Edition, Featuring Blake Lively, Lou Doillon, Charlotte Dellal, and More!

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This week, Paris was the place to be and black and white were the colors to wear. At Chanel couture, Blake and Lou kept it classy in Chanel jackets. At Valentino, Bianca Brandolini and Charlotte Dellal were gorgeous in looks from Spring ’11 and Fall/Winter ’10/’11, respectively. We made an exception for our fave Diane Kruger, who was not in Paris, but holding it down in Berlin in classic Calvin Klein. Click through to check them out.

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Wednesday June 30th, 2010

Fashion News Roundup: Joanna Coles Haul Vlogs, and Lady Gaga (Might Have) Gone Drag for Vogue Hommes
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Joanna Coles Haul Vlogs, and Lady Gaga (Might Have) Gone Drag for Vogue Hommes

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Get a Clue: L.A. boutique Confederacy has teamed up with Francisco Costa to reproduce and sell the iconic white Calvin Klein dress that Alicia Silverstone wore in Clueless. (Recall the scene between Cher and her father: “What the hell is that?” “A dress.” “Says who?” “Calvin Klein.”) The dress will be sold online and in-store for $915. We’re, like, totally excited. {Daily Front Row}

Taylor-Made: Rachel Zoe’s former assistant Taylor Jacobson is now working as Kate Beckinsale’s stylist. It’s a high profile gig for Jacobson. Last thing we heard, she was consulting for denim line Kasil. Maybe her former boss won’t be so harsh now. {Hollywood Life}

The Teacher As Student: You probably wouldn’t expect the Editor-In-Chief of Marie Claire to be taking her cues from haul vloggers Blair and Elle Fowler (ages 16 and 21, respectively), but that’s exactly what she did. Check out Coles’ “What’s In My Bag” spoof vlog. {Marie Claire}

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Monday June 7th, 2010

Fashion News Roundup: CFDA Awards Blogger Friendly, Lara Does Calvin, & Lorenzo Designs Sans Marc
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: CFDA Awards Blogger Friendly, Lara Does Calvin, & Lorenzo Designs Sans Marc

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CFDA Hearts Bloggers: Should you be attending the CFDA Awards tonight, do not fear the prospect of not being able to tweet or blog every second. There will be free WiFi in the ceremony, ensuring that the internet will be overflowing with CFDA gossip. {WWD}

Nothing Between Her and Her Calvins: Images of Calvin Klein’s AW10 campaign featuring Lara Stone are out. They’re a little sexy, a little edgy, and no boobs in sight. {Fashion Gone Rogue}

Lorenzo Swims: Lorenzo Martone, Marc Jacobs’ boyfriend/hubby, is launching a swim line next summer called Nycked. Marc was not involved in this project, so we’ll see if Lorenzo sinks or can swim on his own. {Racked NY}

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