Never one to let us go too long without news of a new design collaboration, Target has just announced its upcoming partnership with FEED and founder Lauren Bush Lauren. The collaboration benefits Feeding America, a hunger-relief charity with which Target has partnered since 2001.
Yesterday morning, we got to see all 57 pieces and chat with Bush Lauren about the new collection.
It’s not everyday you get to have an intimate breakfast on the sixth floor of Bloomingdale’s surrounded by racks of DKNY clothing, but that’s exactly how yesterday began. But despite pretty platters of pastries and all the shopping a girl could want, we were there on a serious note to discuss world hunger with our Read more →
The White House Correspondents’ Dinner, which took place Saturday night in DC, always makes for an interesting red carpet. The event is a strange mix of politicians, New York’s media power players, and celebrities from the A list on down to the D list. We’re talking President Obama and Kim Kardashian in the same room (“Why is she famous anyway?” Obama joked during his speech). And that makes for some very interesting fashion.
Take a look. And watch President Obama’s hilarious speech first. He’s so good.
Benetton Smooching Ad Pulled: In what comes as a surprise to no one, Benetton had to pull its ad featuring Pope Benedict XVI and a senior Egyptian imam kissing for the brand’s “Unhate” campaign. Apparently, the religious crowd was not feeling the shot. {Daily Mail}
Alber Elbaz and Betsey Johnson Decorate Christmas Trees: Famed London hotel, Claridge’s, is enlisting the help of Alber Elbaz to deck out their Christmas tree for the holidays. The tree will showcase Mr. Elbaz’s whimsical style, with marionettes dressed in Claridge’s staff uniforms hanging from its branches. Stateside, Betsey Johnson is set to decorate the tree at the Plaza Hotel. {WWD (Subscription required)}
Costello Tagliapietra to Release Lower Priced Line: For those women who “[can't] afford what equates to rent on a dress,” Costello Tagliapietra brings you C&T, their diffusion line set to release this spring. Each dress in the 13-piece collection will retail for $298. {WWD (Subscription required)}
