Elie Tahari

Business

Marc Jacobs Talks Tats, Phillip Lim Inspires SoulCycle Apparel, and How Electromagnetic Radiation Detects Knockoffs

Marc Jacobs and his multitude of tattoos get profiled in New York Magazine's September issue--he says "Who cares?" if he regrets them later in life. Perhaps the best one of all is Jacobs's super-meta cartoon version of himself, complete with mini-versions of his other actual tattoos... um, just look at it. {The Cut} Rihanna's third collection for River Island is here! Aside from the shiny knee-length basketball shorts and a Where's Waldo jumpsuit (ONLY YOU can wear those, Ri. Please understand.), the crop tops and maxi skirts are pretty great. {Grazia} Calvin Klein's former boy toy Nick Gruber discusses his troubled past with New York Magazine--and it almost makes us look past all those brawls he keeps getting himself into. {The Cut}

Fashion Week

What We Saw at New York Fashion Week, Day Seven

The light at the end of the tunnel is near as we power through day seven of New York Fashion Week. Or maybe we're just still thinking about the fluorescent lights at Rodarte's show this afternoon? Either way, fashion week is almost over, so we've been snap-happy trying to take in all of its goodness before it's too late. Here's what we saw today.

Business

Fashion News Roundup: Terry Richardson Snaps Lindsay Lohan in Paris (a Lot), the Best Flea Markets in the US, and Study Says Makeup Makes You More 'Trustworthy'

The Office's Mindy Kaling Relaunches Blog, is Hilarious and Awesome: The Concerns of Mindy Kaling is full of honest and LOL-worthy observations and tips, like what jewelry to wear if "you want to look laid back but rich, like say, Matthew McConaughey’s girlfriend." There's a good chance you'll start believing she's your actual BFF... word of warning. {MTV Style} Apparently Wearing Makeup Makes You More Likable: Studies conducted by Procter & Gamble, which (a bit suspiciously) produces a huge array of makeup products, show that women who wear makeup are perceived as more likable, competent, and trustworthy than those who do not. The only exception was for women wearing "glam" makeup, who seemed less trustworthy. Are you listening, Kardashian Klan? {The Gloss} Lindsay Lohan at PFW with Fash Folk: Remind me again, what exactly does Lindsay Lohan do these days, aside from being photographed? Here's the... ahem, actress, hanging out and making various hand gestures with Terry Richardson, Lindsey Wixson, and Charlotte Free in Paris. {Refinery29 via Terry's Diary}

Style

Elle's Joe Zee On: Kanye West's Show, Prada, Being a Reality TV Fashion Designer, and Marc Jacobs for Dior

Joe Zee is a busy, busy man these days. Along with performing his day job as creative director at Elle, he's hosting the second season of his reality show All on the Line, jetsetting to Fashion Week shows around the globe, helping aspiring fashion students, and popping into the Soho Elie Tahari boutique — along with Mr. Elie Tahari himself — to help a bunch of fashion bloggers style outfits from the label's fall 2011 collection. This wasn't just a random visit. Zee has been consulting with Elie Tahari for multiple seasons and just recently styled the brand's spring 2012 runway show.While we waited for Zee to make his way through snarling rush hour traffic, we had a chance to peruse the Elie Tahari fall offerings. Amongst the tweedy details, lush leathers, macro-lace, and ruching embellishments, the favorites of the editors seemed to be the black lace-trimmed leather shorts (totally practical, we swear), a grey-hued leopard print ruffle neck Clarissa trench, and a soft cranberry ruffle-layered Victoria coat. Once Zee arrived, we ambushed him with some questions as he was in the midst of pulling a white nipped-waist and flared pantsuit for a guest.

Style

Elie Tahari on the Relaunch of His Website, Which Celebs He'd Like To Feature On It, and Why He Starts Each Day By Saying 'Don't F*** With Me'

Elie Tahari has seen success in the fashion biz for over 40 years. So to ensure his success for the next 40, this week he's relaunched his website, elietahari.com. The revamped site features an enhanced e-commerce experience, a "social media" component, and a bulked up editorial component that sees Elie himself interviewing celebrities and curating pages. We chatted with the Israeli-born fashion mogul about his new editorial role, the celebrity interviews he'd like to score, and the point of view he'll bring to his new site. We can only hope it's as honest, charming, and hilarious as Elie is in conversation. Fashionista: We read this quote from you that we kind of love, that says you greet each day with a "Don’t you fuck with me today." Can we look forward to that kind of attitude and editorial voice on your new site and in your new webzine, ETC? Elie Tahari: [Laughs] Why not?

Shopping

Racked Dealfeed: Urban Outfitters, Ralph Lauren, H&M and More

Urban Outfitters Deal: Enter code THEMUSICISSUE at checkout to save 10% off your order Link: UrbanOutfitters.com Ends: Sunday, 8 May 2011 Ralph Lauren Deal: Enter code APRTHX5730 at checkout to get free standard shipping on any order Link: RalphLauren.com Ends: Sunday, 17 Apr 2011 Elie Tahari Deal: 70% off sophisticated looks for men and women, plus accessories When/Where: Tuesday, April 12 through Saturday, April 16. Tues—Fri 8:30am—7:30pm, Sat 10am—5pm. 510 Fifth Ave at 43rd St (212-398-2622) Link: www.elietahari.com Ends: Saturday, 16 Apr 2011

Business

Fashion News Roundup: Ricky Martin + Armani, Elie Tahari Employee Sues Because He Doesn't Want To Work In New Jersey, and Vogue Italy Wants To Ban Anorexia Websites

Ricky Martin and Giorgio Armani Collaborate: Armani will be designing all the outfits for Ricky Martin’s upcoming tour titled “Musica + Alma + Sexo.” The looks will include punk, Twenties jazz, Afro-Brazilian. Sexo, indeed. {WWD, subscription required} A Manager at Elie Tahari Is Suing the Company for Making Him Work In New Jersey: Thomas Horodecki is suing Elie Tahari for $2 million, citing the smog and bad fashion in New Jersey (where he's based for work) as justification for his suit. No mention of Snooki, et al. {Above The Law} Vogue Italy Starts A Petition Against Pro-Anorexia Websites: Franca Sozzani wants to abolish so-called “pro-ana” webistes and blogs. {Vogue Italia} That Magnum Ice Cream Shoot with Karl Lagerfeld Is a Big Deal: Karl filmed three separate short films starring Rachel Bilson and Baptiste Giabiconi for “luxury ice cream brand” Magnum. The films will premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21. {Facebook}