Items Du Jour: Lara Stone Covers Vogue Again, Alber Elbaz Cares
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Editorials, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News, Rumors,
—A pregnant Lily Allen showed up at Givenchy in some chic pregnancy wear. True to Fall/Winter looks, she kept it simple and Parisian with a gray long coat, white blouse, and black pumps.
—Glee star Lea Michele has become quite the fashion darling, striking a pose with Zac Posen. With her nude robe-like dress, I’d say that she has some more styling etiquette to learn.
—Alber Elbaz is probably the sweetest, most caring designer. The Lanvin creative gave his models the option of wearing comfy gladiator sandals (at the last minute!) for his Spring/Summer 2011 show.
—After scoring Vogue Paris‘s coveted 90th anniversary cover, Lara Stone is right back on Vogue—this time, it’s in her native UK mag.
—Finally taking a cue from some sensible publicists, American Apparel attempts to save the brand’s image in some new ads that feature a less-creepy Dov in the face of their financial woes. He just still couldn’t resist shooting the ads in his bed.
—Traditional and iconic American swimsuit model Marisa Miller changes things up for 944, sporting a dark bob wig and gloves—a far cry from her usual California-esque look.
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Beth Ditto Walks for John Paul Gaultier
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Beth Ditto walked the catwalk for Jean-Paul Gaultier at Paris Fashion Week on Saturday.
The Gossip singer - a size 26 - opened the eccentric designer’s Spring/Summer 2011 ready-to-wear show with an a cappella performance, and also returned to close the showcase of punk-inspired outfits in one of his flamboyant creations. To a rapturous reception, the designer himself then took to the runway to present the outspoken singer with a bouquet of pink roses and a glass of champagne.
Ditto is currently preparing for the launch of her second collection for UK plus-size retailer Evans. Speaking about the new line, an Evans spokesperson recently said, “It will be Victorian mixed with 80s punk, through to 40s vintage with a noughties modern edge.”
Beth has previously spoken about the importance of larger women being creative with clothes in order to flatter their body shape: “I don’t understand all these women who say they feel betrayed by fashion. A piece of clothing can’t talk - it can’t tell you that you can’t have it - so really, you’re just telling yourself that. You make yourself the victim, because if you want clothes that bad, then make them yourself. You have to get creative if you’re fat. I’m really good at turning a belt into a necklace, and I can always find a nice pair of earrings.”
Martin Magiela Makes Fashion One Dimensional
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From monastery wear to nudity, fashion week runways have been through a lot. In Paris, Martin Magiela brings shoulder pads back in a very big way with his Spring/Summer 2011 collection.
Are his looks (more after the jump) avant garde or just completely missing the point?
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Pregnant Miranda Kerr Walked for Balenciaga
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Miranda Kerr took to the catwalk for Balenciaga yesterday, despite being five months pregnant.
The Australian model was watched by husband Orlando Bloom at the Paris Fashion Week show, with other celebrities including Charlotte Gainsbourg and Salma Hayek taking in the designs by Nicolas Ghesquiere.
The Spring/Summer 2011 collection was hard on utilitarianism - applique body panels, cocoon coats and riveted leather belts made a strong showing on the runway, with Ghesquiere revealing he wanted a wet look to the clothes.
“I wanted to make everything look as though it had been in the rain.”
Miranda was not the only big name to walk the runway for Balenciaga - Brazilian beauty Gisele Bundchen also made waves in a white ensemble with a see-through skirt.
Gareth Pugh’s Samurai Style
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Samurai-style took over Paris Fashion Week yesterday when Gareth Pugh put on a Japanese-inspired collection in the French capital.
The British designer - famed for his use of black - put on an entirely gray collection in a film displayed at the Parc de Bercy sports stadium, chosen by Pugh over a catwalk show. Sharp tailoring, high necks and tight up-dos abounded on the models, in a marked departure for the usually eccentric Sunderland-born designer.
Dolce & Gabbana Think Weddings, Prada Lightens Up
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Dolce & Gabbana put on a wedding dress-inspired collection in their Milan Fashion Week show yesterday.
The Italian designers sent models down the catwalk in see-through white lace pieces, with modesty guarded by Bridget Jones-style underwear.
The show was in complete contrast to Prada‘s collection, which saw a vibrant array of colored dresses and suits sashaying their way down the runway. Reds, oranges, dark greens and deep blues made up the majority of the outfits - as well as an unusual banana print - while voluminous arms seem to be a key-trend. They did, however, also have a selection of black dresses to satisfy their more traditional customer.
Kylie Minogue, Naomi Campbell and Jada Pinkett Smith were among the big-name stars in attendance at the Italian Spring/Summer 2011 shows, taking in the likes of Jil Sander, Bottega Veneta and Fendi. Fashionistas will next be heading to Paris for the French capital’s runway shows, with collections from Gareth Pugh, Balenciaga, Lanvin, Christian Dior, Celine and Chanel all taking place this week.
Sarah Jessica Parker Turns Out for Burberry
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Fashion week regular Sarah Jessica Parker was among the celebrities in attendance at the Burberry Prorsum fashion show in London yesterday.
The Sex and the City actress donned a military style jacket and a brown skirt for proceedings at the Chelsea College of Art and Design, with TV presenters Cat Deeley and Alexa Chung wearing similar ensembles.
The collection, designed by Burberry stalwart Christopher Bailey, was a sexy combination of animal prints and leather, with studded biker jackets making an appearance on many of the models. Bright, acid yellows and blues also dotted the catwalk - sometimes in the form of belts and bags and others in dresses - adding to the usual khakis and black so associated with Burberry.
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Giles Deacon, Christopher Kane Switch Up Runway Traditions
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Giles Deacon marked his return to London Fashion Week yesterday by showcasing a feminine, floral collection.
The British designer - who until this year has debuted his pieces at Paris Fashion Week - juxtaposed curve-enhancing floral dresses with outlandish sci-fi stage make-up on his all-star cast of models. As well as iconic British models Agyness Dean and Amber Le Bon, Deacon shunned the size zero trend by sending curvier stars Kelly Brook and a pregnant Abbey Clancy down the runway.
However, Amber Le Bon didn’t only lend her talents to one designer yesterday, as she also modelled for Canadian designer Mark Fast, who trained at London’s prestigious Central Saint Martins college, who gave his signature knitted dresses a colourful twist.
Elsewhere, Christopher Kane channeled the Spring/Summer 2011 trend of bright colors in his collection, with his “aristocrat gone bad” theme pushing fashion boundaries with neon vinyl, orange and fuchsia lace and graphic prints: “There’s been so much white and minimalism, I just reacted against that. I don’t want that. I don’t see that as being modern. To me, I think it’s old and used.”
Charlie Le Mindu Sends Naked Models Down Runway
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We’ve seen some bizarre runway looks over the past year. Now wigmaker and Lady Gaga favorite Charlie Le Mindu is sending his own fashion shock waves by sending his models down the catwalk in their birthday suits for his Spring/Summer 2011 line.
While nudity is nothing new to the fashion industry (heck, many times, it’s embraced!), there are usually clothes involved—sheer, in most cases. This Frenchman, however, clearly wanted to highlight the hat, purse, and platform boots the nude models wore.
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Vivienne Westwood Advises to Avoid Buying Clothes For 6 Months
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Always innovative, Vivienne Westwood has advised fashion followers not to buy any new clothes for six months.
The iconic British designer, who showcased her Red Label Spring/Summer 2011 collection at London Fashion Week last night, made the unusual move of asking her fans to avoid buying anything new for half a year, suggesting quality, rather than quantity, is more important when it comes to clothing.
“My message is choose well and buy less. Don’t buy anything new for six months and recycle your clothes.”
The 69-year-old fashion guru - who is known for her environmental advocacy - received rave reviews for the collection, which was showcased at London’s New Connaught Rooms venue. Models - including Daisy Lowe - were sent down the runway splattered with blue face paint, wearing pieces from the new structured collection, including tailored jackets, pencil skirts and jersey dresses.
The show was one of the most star-studded of London Fashion Week so far, with a whole host of British stars turning out to the event. Lady Victoria Hervey, Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts, rugby ace Danny Cipriani and artist Tracey Emin were just some of the famous faces in the crowd, while Pamela Anderson - who revealed she is a big fan of the designer - was also spotted in the front row. “Vivienne really knows how to work it,” Pamela said.
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