Frederick Bouchardy Runs a Fragrance Company, But Don't Call Him a Perfumer
The founder of the Brooklyn-based fragrance studio Joya tells us how he got into the perfume business.
The founder of the Brooklyn-based fragrance studio Joya tells us how he got into the perfume business.
Doing side plank hip lifts (with an apparent headache, no less) on a leather couch has never looked so sexy.
In 1926, Man Ray photographed Kiki de Montparnasse holding an African mask, which later inspired the photo for Jean Paul Gaultier's Classique fragrance ad.
Jennifer Zuccarini’s resume was already ridiculously impressive before launching her own line last year. The ambitious designer cofounded the uber-seductive Kiki de Montparnasse before becoming design director at Victoria’s Secret—talk about lingerie street cred. But developing a line all her own was always the goal, and in 2012 she did just that with the launch of Fleur du Mal. More than just another lingerie line, Zuccarini’s vision was to create an experience that celebrates both getting dressed and undressing, and everything that surrounds it. We talked to her about how it all came about.
Here's a sexy little surprise to start off the day: For her first ever design gig, Julia Restoin-Roitfeld has designed a capsule collection of lingerie for Kiki de Montparnasse. As we reported back in September, Roitfeld mysteriously hinted that she might be working on a lingerie line, but nothing was confirmed until now, which is great because you'll only have to wait about a week to get your hands on the lacy creations. According to Elle, the collection hits stores next Wednesday.
Tory Burch Deal: Roughly 60% off fall clothing, shoes and bags in what's always one of the craziest sales of the season When/Where: Thursday, December 9 through Monday, December 13. Thurs—Fri 11am;7pm, Sat—Sun 11am—4pm, Mon 11am—7pm. Clothingline, 261 W. 36th St between Seventh and Eighth Aves, second floor (no phone) Opening Ceremony Deal: 30% to 50% off labels like Alexander Wang, Altuzarra, and Proenza Schouler When/Where: Begins Friday, November 26; ongoing. Soho: Mon—Sat 11am—8pm, Sun noon—7pm. 35 Howard St between Broadway and Crosby Sts (212-219-2688.) Ace Hotel: Sun—Tue 10am—9pm, Wed 11am—7pm, Thu—Sat 11am—10pm. 1190-1192 Broadway at 29th St (646-695-5680.) Bird Deal: 25% off fall 2010 merchandise from Suno, Swedish Hasbeens, Phillip Lim, APC, and more When/Where: Friday, November 26 through Tuesday, December 28th. Mon—Fri noon—8pm, Sat noon—7pm; Sun noon—6pm. Cobble Hill: 220 Smith St at corner of Butler Street St (718-797-3774). Park Slope: 316 Fifth Ave between 2nd and 3rd Sts (718-768-4940). Williamsburg: 203 Grand St between Bedford and Driggs Aves (718-388-1655).
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)
So it's not 27 Rue de Fleurus, but this fall 79 Greene St. will be hosting a series of intimate salons, inspired by cultural gatherings like the ones Gertrude Stein hosted at that famous address. Kiki de Montparnasse's SoHo store will host four salons lead by the mysterious "Domina K" to school attendees in the art of love: partner play (open to couples), celebrating the sensual self (women only), the art of seduction (men only), and bedroom games (couples). Guests will learn "sensual techniques," learn about different "instruments of pleasure," and "explore fantasies with joy and abandon," while sipping on champagne and eating from a buffet of aphrodisiacs.
The FNO buzz is out of control, with retailers worldwide throwing lavish parties and bringing out the big guns to attract shoppers. While Bergdorf's and Barneys' bashes are the most elaborate, not everyone wants to stand in crowded rooms shuffling for fun. Here are some of the best smaller events that are sure to be a blast. There's everything from DVF's high tech bash to Kiki de Montparnasse's kinky party to yoga at Adidas for those who just want to relax.
Kiki de Montparnasse Deal: Up to 70% off lingerie, loungewear, and accessories from last season, including one-of-a-kind pieces When/Where: Wednesday, July 14 through Wednesday, August 4. Mon—Tues 10am—8pm, Weds—Sat 10am—9pm, Sun 11am—7pm. 79 Greene St between Spring and Broome Sts (212-965-8150), New York Opening Ceremony Deal: Up to 70% off names like Band of Outsiders, Jeremy Scott, Alexander Wang, Patrik Ervell, and Pendleton, plus of course the Opening Ceremony in-house line When/Where: Ongoing. Soho: Mon—Sat 11am—8pm, Sun noon—7pm, 35 Howard St between Broadway and Crosby St (212-219-2688.) Ace Hotel: Sun—Tues 10am—9pm, Weds 11am—7pm, Thurs—Sat 11am—10pm. 1190-1192 Broadway between 28th and 29th Sts (646-695-5680), New York
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