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Quote of the Day: Cathy Horyn Says Couture is Dying
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News, Rumors,
“Like perpetually dieting designers, haute couture is definitely shrinking before our eyes. Oh, don’t be fooled by the giant lion at Chanel, which, depending on how you look at these things, is either an example of Karl Lagerfeld’s brilliant stagecraft or an advertisement for a new Disney restaurant chain. Most of the remaining half-dozen or so houses that show haute couture scaled down their presentations this week: a nip here, a tuck there and a PR man explaining in a hushed tone that the designer wanted to ‘return to couture’s roots.’... Unless you have been catching up on Gossip Girl reruns, national deficits and unemployment do not correlate with a couture dress that costs as much as a Harvard education. Couture is slipping off people’s radars faster than a U.F.O. “
- Fashion journalist Cathy Horyn pens the signs of couture’s death in The New York Times.
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Karl Lagerfeld Shoots Anja Rubik for Fendi Fall/Winter 2010
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Editorials, Fashion Designers, Models, News,
Anja Rubik is back for a second consecutive time modeling for Fendi’s ad campaign for Fall/Winter 2010, photographed by Karl Lagerfeld himself!
In the same stylish vein as Miu Miu’s campaign, the photos’ mood (catch more after the jump!) has a vintage feel, reinforcing the current fascination with television’s Mad Men. Surprise, surprise—Karl’s
favorite model Baptiste Giabiconi makes an appearance.
What do you think of the photos—too plain or fashionably sophisticated?
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Patrick Mohr Sends Bald, Bearded Models Down Runway
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
The fashion industry may have come across bizarre looks (Valentino’s birdcage dress) and out-of-this world makeup (turning models into aliens for Alexander McQueen‘s Spring/Summer 2010 collection) lately, but nothing takes the cake like the presentation of Patrick Mohr’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection.
Bald, pale, and bearded, models were transformed into hideous men as they strutted their stuff down the runway at Berlin Fashion Week for Mohr. While models are known to resemble boyish statures (thin frame, flat chest), Mohr has gone so far as to take the idea one step further with his show’s makeup!
As for the clothes, the models looked frumpy in boxer shorts and pieces resembling monk apparel; also the plain red, black, and beige palette (sprinkled with a few prints) was quite dull for a Spring/Summer collection.
This is not the first time that the German fashion designer attempted to shock his audience. Last year, his show—titled The Road To Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions—featured homeless people alongside his professional models to present his collection, while his previous show, Are We Shaved?, starred extremely tan bodybuilders and thong-wearing transvestites sporting obvious breast implants.
Read More | Daily Mail
PHOTOS: Miu Miu Fall/Winter 2010 Ad Campaign
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Editorials, Fashion Designers, Models, News,
Birds, flowers, and cats are out—tartan and plaid are in! The Miu Miu Fall/Winter 2010 campaign is out and it’s absolutely gorgeous and mod-tastic. Shot in London by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot, the photos feature models Lindsey Wixson, Ginta Lapina, Siri Tollerod and Daphne Groenweld. It’s nice to see that Ms. Prada is embracing color (especially that mustard yellow!) for the Fall.
What I would kill for the lavender, floral frock!
(Check out more photos from the ad campaign after the jump)
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Roberto Cavalli Designs Shakira’s World Cup Dress
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, News,
Roberto Cavalli is to dress Shakira for the closing ceremony of the 2010 soccer World Cup.
The Italian fashion designer - who previously worked with the Spice Girls on their 2007/08 world tour - will dress the “She Wolf” singer for the third time during the event’s festivities, as she has already worn two of his creations to perform at the opening ceremony in South Africa.
The outfit for the closing performance features a silk-fringed skirt covered in pink flowers and ethnic prints, while a separate top is embroidered with multi-colored pearls. Accessories will include leather bracelets ornately decorated with floral silk.
Shakira will perform her song “Waka Waka” at the event, as she did at the opening ceremony. The Columbian-born singer recently spoke of her excitement at performing at the World Cup: “I am honored that ‘Waka Waka’ was chosen to be part of the excitement and the legacy of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The soccer World Cup is a miracle of global excitement, connecting every country, race, religion and condition around a single passion.”
Dita Von Teese Walks the Jean Paul Gaultier Catwalk
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Models, News,
Dita Von Teese was the surprise guest at Jean Paul Gaultier‘s couture show yesterday.
The burlesque dancer - famed for her bright red lips and alabaster complexion - took to the catwalk in a racy ribbed number, cinching in her tiny waist and leaving little to the imagination. The show was an unashamed tribute to glamour, with models holding cigarettes in cigarette holders and donning turbans while wearing beautiful creations in a myriad of dark shades, although black was the dominating force in the collection.
Actress Catherine Deneuve watched from the front row as reams of fur-trimmed opulent pieces created by Gaultier made their way down the runway - with sex clearly being on the Frenchman’s mind, with plenty of underwear on show leading to the finale by Von Teese.
Valentino also put on a chic display of mini-dresses in his couture collection, with bow detailing and short hemlines making the otherwise safe collection have a feeling of opulence and glamour.
Calvin Klein Girl Zoe Saldana
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
Actress and newly-engaged Zoe Saldana has been named as the new face and body of Calvin Klein underwear.
The Avatar star - who is already a global ambassador for Avon cosmetics - will be seen in the iconic designer’s Envy advertising campaign and is looking forward to her new role.
“Calvin Klein has always put forth such beautifully executed campaigns. It’s very exciting for to be associated with such an iconic, globally recognized brand.”
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Quote of the Day: Mario Testino on Kate Moss, Anna Wintour
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Models, News, Rumors,
“Believe it or not, [Kate Moss] is shy. I go to events with her and I am, like, what’s the matter with you?’ and she is, like, shaking, nervous. I’m, like: ‘You’re a freak, because I am not shy at all.’ Anna Wintour, the editor-in-chief of American Vogue, is, you imagine, the most secure person, but she is shy, too. Often people mistake her shyness for coldness.”
- Fashion photographer Mario Testino talks about the shy personalities of Kate Moss and Anna Wintour.
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Read More | Telegraph via The Cut
British model and stylish celebrity Peaches Geldof was spotted in Los Angeles sporting an American Apparel “Legalize Gay” shirt, which calls for the repeal of California’s Proposition 8.
While she may support legalizing gay marriages, Geldof can’t vote for much, considering she’s not an American citizen (despite how long she’s resided in the states). At the very least, perhaps she could’ve shown her support for the cause by other means, considering American Apparel has been hit with a slew of negative criticism for its leaked hiring policies (not to mention CEO Dov Charney’s rampant sexual harassment history).
Would you sport one of these “Legalize Gay” shirts, or is there a better way to raise awareness to get Prop 8 repealed?
Read More | Daily Mail
Items Du Jour: Karl on Gossip Girl, Dita Von Teese For JPG
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Editorials, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Models, News, Rumors,
—Fashion photographers Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin recently shot Daria Werbowy for Yves Saint Laurent. The pair explain the appeal of women like her and Raquel Zimmerman: they’re—gasp—women.
—Megan Fox impresses her boss Giorgio by wearing an Armani Prive dress for her wedding in Hawaii. The gown had a 16ft train and was surprisingly neither black nor red and was rather conservative compared to her usual red carpet fare.
—Karl Lagerfeld was seen strolling around Paris with Gossip Girl star Blake Lively, sparking rumors that the designer is to appear on the show. He is after
commercial domination, after all…
—Muse and couture collector Daphne Guinness was spotted hopping onto a motorcycle as she left Chanel’s couture fashion show yesterday. Yes, she wore shorts under her lavish, sparkling gown. Are you surprised?
—David Sims photographs Freja Beha Erichsen, Monika Jagaciak and Tati Cotliar for the Valentino Fall 2010 campaign. Continuing with the black-and-white trend, the women also tend to shed more clothes than usual in the series.
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