This goes out to a certain Upper East-Sider and a clueless Beverly Hiller.
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Raf Simons must feel SO flattered right now.
Stylish with no-fuss, slip-on appeal, these are set to be your go-tos this summer -- but they're also going fast. (Holden, we barely knew you!)
Meet the cleverly-named Pizza High-Top Platform Sneaker.
David Beckham has replaced our other imaginary boyfriend, Ewan McGregor, as the face of Belstaff. And he's lookin' mighty fine in all that biker boy leather if we MUST say. {Daily Mail} Can you say déjà vu? Photog Peter Lindbergh channels '90s supermodels using some of today's top models (including Daphne Groeneveld and Ameline Valade) for Numéro's October cover. {HuffPo} Yeah, ok. Cara Delevingne reveals her greasy fashion week "diet plan." {Instagram via @caradelevingne}
Lady Gaga, never one to commit to anything half-assed, actually wore her ARTPOP! cover makeup to an interview with Ryan Seacrest. Oh, and she got Seacrest to try it out too. {Elle UK} Justin Bieber isn't the only male posing nearly-nude (that happened, and yes, gross): "Dudeoir" photoshoots are gaining popularity with men who want to show off their goods. {NYPost} Coco Rocha is the latest model with a dramatic hair cut--the Canadian supe lopped off several inches of hair, which she dutifully documented for Allure. {Allure}
No more hand-holding: Cathy Horyn thinks John Galliano needs to earn his second chance in the fashion world all by himself. {New York Times} Mark your calendars: Roberto Cavalli's candid autobiography will be released in October. And if it's any bit as hilarious as he has been on Twitter, this book is not going to disappoint. {VogueUK} Ever wonder what genius is responsible for Target's brilliant designer collaborations? Meet Gigi Guerra, Target's Curator of Design Partnerships. {Refinery29} Beyoncé proves once again that she is most definitely not preggers in a midriff-bearing Topshop ensemble she wore to Kanye West's birthday party. {US Weekly}
It's summertime (well, not quite, but it definitely feels like summer right now) and that means some of music's hottest acts are hitting the road to play a stage near you. So what're you gonna wear?
Name: Julia What do you do? I'm the founder and CEO of NMRKT. What was the last thing you bought? Actually this Opening Ceremony x Adidas sports bra. What are you currently obsessed with? Assembly New York's entire collection. Their store has been an obsession for a long time, but since fall I haven't been able to keep my eyes and hands off their new line, to the point where the sales associates anticipate me coming in weekly. Who is your celebrity crush?
Name: Casey What do you do? I'm a waitress. What was the last thing you bought? A pair of brocade pants from J.Crew. What are you wearing?
New blog Part Nouveau, or ‘partly new’, delves into fashion history to showcase the inspiration–be it art, photography or design–behind some of today’s biggest fashion moments. It’s fascinating and impossible not to get lost in, so we asked the site’s founder, Lilah Ramzi, to give us a little history lesson each week. This week's lesson? Those heel-less shoes Lady Gaga and Daphne Guinness love so much have been around for a loooong time.
Stressing because you just can't seem to find the right pair of wedding shoes to best complement your favorite Instagram filter? Jeffrey Campbell wants to help ease your pain and suffering: Introducing, wedding Litas.
Name: Lily MacGregor Occupation: Student What would you never be caught wearing? A leotard. What are you currently obsessed with? Anything studded. If you could have lunch with anyone right now, who would it be? Andy Warhol.
Name: Fay Leshner Occupation: Designer, Stylist What's your nickname? "Every Day Fay." Because every day I look different. I have to feel like the b
Madonna's Perfume Delivered by Male Models: Madge apparently sent some studly male models to hand-deliver her new Truth or Dare fragrance to beauty editors in NYC. Sadly, our notably male-deprived office was not included in this gesture - leading me to believe that Madonna is in on some Mean Girls-esque, four-for-you,-Glenn-Coco-and-none-for-Gretchen-Weiners reverse-psychology scheme to subconsciously make us want her perfume even more. Damn you, Madonna, and your sneaky mind games! {Telegraph} RIP Master Embroiderer Francois Lesage: The Frenchman who led the embroidery atelier that served Chanel, Oscar de la Renta, and Bill Blass, has died at age 82. Lesage was known for being a true couture artisans, attaching every single bead by hand - a tradition that is now only utilized by a handful of designers. {NY Times} An Account of Tel Aviv's Very First Fashion Week: Lucky Mag contributer Ray Siegel reflects on Tel Aviv's first-ever fashion week, hosted by Roberto Cavalli. Apparently each favorite look was immediately followed by avid applause - guess that's faster than waiting to read the reviews! {Lucky}
Name: Emily Age: 23 Occupation: Works at a health food store How would you describe your style? I wear the same thing every day... high-waisted jeans, short shirts...comfy and simple. Are you a health nut? Yeah, with a little give and take.
Prada's rainbow sole flatforms just can't get a break. As the winner of the spring runways, they flew off the shelves and drew the attention of more than one copycat. The latest is frequent offender Jeffrey Campbell, whose version is not really a bargain, ringing in at $130.
We were just tipped off that someone--namely, frequent AIC offender Jeffrey Campbell--has ripped off those ingenious Alejandro Ingelmo for Chris Benz woven wedges. The original is a classic tawny style--perfect for floor-skimming trousers and dresses--and retails for $795. Apparently Jeffrey Campbell thought they were perfect, too, and made an identical shoe for $148. Aside from being a semi-hideous orange mustard color, the copy is also really awkward looking, with a thicker strap and a square top. Where the original is elegant, this one is just... cheaper, and not in the awesome, I-just-scored-a-sweet-deal way. For more than $600 less, the knockoff is definitely more affordable, but is it really worth $150?
Name: Ryann Age: 19 Occupation: Student/Intern at Vogue Have you met Anna Wintour yet? I've been in an elevator with her. She is an incredibly chic woman. How would you describe your style? I love vintage. My style is pretty classic. I also like to keep up with trends and add a little twist.
Name: Dana Age: 28 Occupation: Designer/blogger How would you describe your style? Eclectic
I can't seem to remember a shoe that Jeffrey Campbell hasn't copied from another designer. So, it should come as no surprise that Mr. Campbell is today's culprit in our Adventures In Copyright series. The designer's Lief Clog boot has a striking resemblance to Swedish Hasbeens' High Heeled Jodhpur boot. Both boots are made of leather, both have a buckle, and both have their seams in exactly the same places. The only noticeable difference? Jeffrey Campbell's is $178 and Swedish Hasbeens' is about $400. Oh, and the fact that Swedish Hasbeens has been making clogs, and only clogs, since 2006. They may know just a little bit more about the Clog Boot than Jeffrey Campbell.
Name: Liza Golden Age: 19 Occupation: Model Agency: New York Model Management Where is your romper from? Urban Outfitters What was the last movie you saw? I just watched Castaway last night.
I was staring at this, trying to come up with something other than, "How to turn a great Alexander Wang bag into a garbage bag with zippers," when Far