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Tuesday February 14th, 2012

Jenny Packham Fall 2012: Lovely Lustworthy Leading Ladies
Fall 2012 New York

Jenny Packham Fall 2012: Lovely Lustworthy Leading Ladies

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We’ve always thought of the 1940s as being a rather destitute time in American history thanks to the second World War, but not in Jenny Packham’s dreamy world—she prefers to remember that era as the heyday of the vampy femme fatale, which is why it makes perfect sense that Forties-fanatic Dita Von Teese was front and center at yesterday’s catwalk show (dressed in a chic fall 2012 Packham cocktail dress to boot).

And after previewing her fall 2012 offering (you can watch it too, here), it’s no wonder that today’s screen sirens (like Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Beckinsale) and fashion’s favorite royal (the Duchess of Cambridge) often call on Packham to dress them in her stunning creations for their official red carpet appearances.

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Monday February 13th, 2012

Zac Posen Fall 2012: Redemption?
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Zac Posen Fall 2012: Redemption?

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This is Zac Posen‘s second season showing at New York fashion week after a hiatus in Paris and a few tumultuous years of pissing off fashion industry people. He’s kept a relatively low profile the past year, with his gowns regularly popping up on red carpets. Is this his season of fashion redemption?

A few signs point to yes. His show had a lot more people in attendance this season than last. The most notable person to show up? Anna Wintour, who did not grace the front row at his spring 2012 show. The fact that she showed up is pretty significant. While there were no high wattage celebs in attendance (unlike, um, Kelly Osbourne from last season), Dita von Teese, who could be a walking billboard for Posen’s creations, was there. Actress Kate Mara–sister of Rooney–sat front row, too, though I doubt she was there scouting dresses for Salander her sis.

The show was standard Zac Posen, which is not to imply that it was at all mundane or boring in any way.

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Saturday December 3rd, 2011

Wednesday October 26th, 2011

Friday October 7th, 2011

Fashion News Roundup: Christian Cota For Aldo On Sale Today, the Newest Target Collabs Are Hitting Stores, and Julien Macdonald Makes Hiking Boots Look Trendy
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Christian Cota For Aldo On Sale Today, the Newest Target Collabs Are Hitting Stores, and Julien Macdonald Makes Hiking Boots Look Trendy

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Could this be Naomi Campbell’s way of atoning for all those alleged temper tantrums? The supermodel and her boyfriend Vladislav Doronin will be recognized for their extensive charity work at Denise Rich’s Angel Ball in NYC on October 17. The gala, which will benefit Rich’s Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research, will include a performance by Patti LaBelle. {NY Post}

Christian Cota makes affordable boots for Aldo that you can shop today! You can never have too many pairs of boots. Christian Cota’s new line of flat boots for Aldo are fierce, affordable (under $250!) and available now. {Catwalk Queen}

Dita Von Teese releases a sexy capsule collection: The retro-glam burlesque artist has released Dita Von Teese Muse, a collection of four dresses and one trench coat, featuring–surprise!–corsetry details and body-skimming silhouettes. {Racked}

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Friday August 26th, 2011

Friday July 1st, 2011

Patriotic Manicures for the Fourth of July
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Patriotic Manicures for the Fourth of July

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If you’re like us, before you leave for the long Fourth of July weekend you will no doubt get a fresh manicure. Why not take inspiration from these celebs and nail bloggers and go patriotic? After all, there is no better way to show respect to our red, white, and blue flag than to stick it on our nails.

Click through to see some of the best patriotic manicures. *cue “The Star-Spangled Banner”*

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Friday May 6th, 2011

Monday April 18th, 2011

Thursday April 14th, 2011

Fashion News Roundup: Dov Charney Wants to be Like Hugh Hefner, Dita Von Teese Designs Lingerie, and J.Crew is Opening Across the Pond
Fashion News Roundup

Fashion News Roundup: Dov Charney Wants to be Like Hugh Hefner, Dita Von Teese Designs Lingerie, and J.Crew is Opening Across the Pond

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Dov Charney Wants to Recreate Hugh Hefner’s Lifestyle Circa 1970: The New York Times‘ piece on Charney is full of interesting tidbits. Ilse Metchek, president of the California Fashion Association and friend of Charney, says that the controversial CEO of American Apparel’s 20-room home is like a “dormitory.” On his front yard? A sculpture of a hand giving the middle finger. How fitting. {NY Times}

The World’s Most Expensive Shoe: Your Louboutins got nothing on these solid gold heels that are encrusted with 2,000 diamonds. The shoe, created by jewelry designer Michael Shellis, are going for a little over $200,000. {Telegraph}

J.Crew is Heading Overseas: The all-American brand plans to open shop in the UK at the end of the summer. {Elle UK}

Models as Mannequins: In the catalog of the upcoming exhibit, “Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty” at the Met, the photographs of white mannequins in the designer’s creations are actually…real live models. Photographer Solve Sundsbo was able to create the illusion thanks to Photoshop, makeup, and lighting. {Racked}

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Published at 1:57 PM

Saturday April 2nd, 2011