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Muhammad AliMuhammad Ali is the new face of Louis Vuitton's latest Core Values campaign.

The boxing legend appears alongside his grandson at his Arizona home in the campaign, which was shot by Annie Leibovitz and will appear in the international press starting Friday.

"Muhammad Ali is the epitome of an outstanding personality - a true living legend in boxing and far beyond. We are honored that he agreed to be photographed for the Core Values campaign, and delighted with the way this beautiful portrait of the champion and his grandson captures the idea of transmission, which is of great significance to Louis Vuitton," said Louis Vuitton CEO and chairman Yves Carcelle.

"Some stars show you the way. Muhammad Ali and a rising star. Phoenix, Arizona," reads the campaign's tagline.


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Justin BieberElizabeth Arden Inc. has purchased the fragrance licenses of Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj. The company bought the rights of the perfumes by both pop stars from Give Back Brands LLC, as they want to build on their celebrity portfolio.

In a memo to employees, E. Scott Beattie - chairman and chief executive officer of Elizabeth Arden - said, "We are pleased to announce that today we signed an agreement to acquire the licenses for the Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj fragrance brands from Give Back Brands. The marketing and creative activities for these fragrance brands will continue to be managed externally by their existing team. Sales, finance and operational activities will be absorbed by the respective Elizabeth Arden functions. These brands represent another opportunity to grow our extensive fragrance portfolio through both new licenses and fragrance acquisitions.

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Mila KunisMila Kunis doesn't think she is attractive.

The Ted actress thinks that she isn't a naturally sexual person but her sense of humor has helped her look appealing: "I appreciate the attention but I don't think of myself as particularly attractive at all. I also don't have that naturally sexual or sensuous way of behaving that some women have. I do have a pretty sharp sense of humor, though, and I think that has helped me."

Mila was born in Ukraine but moved to Los Angeles with her parents when she was seven. Neither her taxi driver dad Mark nor her mother Elvira, who manages a pharmacy, had any links to the film industry so Mila has had to work her own way up.

"LA is filled with the most beautiful women in the world who all come here to be part of the entertainment industry. It's impossible to compete against that. Some women rely on their looks to make it and others know that they need to work hard to not just be treated as a pretty object and have a serious career."

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RihannaRihanna is unhappy with her size zero figure.

The "Where Have You Been" singer has admitted to being a tiny size zero, but would prefer her fuller figure back.

"I'm a size 0 - and not happy about it! I went way too far. I prefer myself a bit chunkier. I want my old butt back!" she told US Weekly.

The 24-year-old is working on her seventh CD and is trying to squeeze in some more relaxation time. But her jam-packed calendar is having a slimming effect on famous beach body.

"I want to do two more [movies] before touring again next year. My schedule is crazy!" the Battleship star said.

The Barbados-born beauty was recently admitted to hospital for fatigue following her appearance at the Met Ball last month. She stunned audiences in a black, reptile-inspired Tom Ford gown but had fans worried about her shrinking frame: "I got no sleep [beforehand]. It's harsh on your body!"

Experts have suggested that Rihanna may be suffering from narcissistic personality disorder while friends insist she is '"feeling lost."


Karl LagerfeldKarl Lagerfeld is to launch a one-off beauty line.

The Chanel designer has teamed up with Japanese beauty giant Shu Uemure to create a range of cosmetics, entitled Karl Lagerfeld for Shu Uemura. While specific details on the range have not yet been revealed, president of Karl Lagerfeld Pier Paolo Righi told WWD that the products will reflect the designer's "iconic, ironic style."

Karl - who has used Shu Uemura cosmetics to hand-color his fashion sketches for over two decades - is in charge of the collection's color selection and packaging and has already photographed an accompanying campaign.

Meanwhile, Karl has been immortalized in wax his native Germany's oldest waxwork museum, Panoptikum Hamburg. The model took almost a year to create and features an uncanny resemblance to the eccentric designer, featuring his white hair tied in a neat ponytail, his trademark dark glasses, fingerless gloves and slim tailoring. The waxwork - which was created by a team of sculptors - was officially unveiled last week.


Lady Gaga on 'Vogue' last yearLady Gaga has landed the prestigious September cover of US Vogue.

The "Marry The Night" singer - who first posed for the publication in March 2011 - will be the fashion bible's cover star for its all important September issue, which is always the most lucrative edition due to its increased advertising.

Gaga - whose real name is Stefani Germanotta - is currently on her Born This Way Ball world tour and so the cover has already been shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott for the magazine which is edited by Anna Wintour. The issue will coincide with the launch of Gaga's first fragrance, which is thought to be called Monster.

The controversial singer signed a deal with Coty Inc. - one of the world's largest beauty companies - in 2010, to create a range of perfumes but reportedly requested that the scent "smell of blood and semen."


Maison Martin MargielaMaison Martin Margiela will create a one-off collection for H&M.

The French fashion house has teamed up with the Swedish high street store to design a special range, which will compromise men's and women's ready-to-wear as well as accessories.

"Maison Martin Margiela is one of the most important and influential fashion houses of the past three decades. I am so excited by this radical collaboration which will give fashion lovers around the world the chance to wear special pieces by Maison Martin Margiela. This collaboration will be a great and memorable fashion moment," said H&M creative advisor Margareta van den Bosch.

A statement from Maison Martin Margiela added, "The democracy of our fashion has always been at the centre of our creativity, and the collaboration with H&M allows us to push this instinct further. We will bring together the contrasting universes of the two houses in ways that will surprise all."

The collection will launch in 230 stores worldwide and online on November 15.


Designers Viktor and RolfViktor and Rolf have designed a charity pushchair.

The Amsterdam-based designer duo have collaborated with Dutch brand Bugaboo in aid of the charity (RED) to create a luxury stroller.

"It was a fun project to work on. The idea was 'my first car' and thinking about what a stroller is and a car came to mind, which is ironic and surreal and goes very well with Viktor and Rolf. The development took a while - there were certain restraints as it had to be child-proof and it had to be tested. It was an interesting project. For us, they're fun to do next to our own fashion label, to do something totally different," Viktor Horsting said, speaking at the Park Hyatt cocktail reception at the official launch in Paris over the weekend.

Viktor was joined by model and muse Anne V, who donned one of V&R's black creations for the occasion. "I'm really happy to be here and support (RED), it was all a bit last minute that I was going to be in Paris - and they [Viktor and Rolf] are the nicest guys. Their clothes make you feel like Cinderella," she gushed.

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Nicole RichieNicole Richie likes people to be "fearless" with their fashion choices.

The fashion designer - whose brands include House of Harlow 1960 and Winter Kate - says her ideal customer is someone who is willing to take risks with their outfit choices.

"I most like seeing my designs worn by anyone who is passionate about what they choose to wear and are excited and motivated by my designs. I always design for women who love to play with fashion. I study what people are drawn to by personally getting feedback from my customers. I admire anyone who is fearless in what they choose to wear."

Nicole says she is a huge fan of Kate Moss' look. When asked by Company magazine who her girl crush was, Nicole replied, "That is so hard to choose. But probably Kate Moss."

The former reality TV star also revealed the inspirations behind her latest collections: "The S/S12 range was inspired by my travels to the Souks of Marrakech, as well as Egyptian Sarcophagus. The feminine qualities are juxtaposed with intricate woven details, saturated colors and hardware that bring the old world to the present day. For A/W12, the collections are inspired by the 1970s and gothic rock."


Rachel ZoeRachel Zoe has been added to the Council of Fashion Designers of America's board.

The organization - a not-for-profit trade association of over 350 of America's foremost fashion and accessory designers - admitted 26 new members including Rachel, Joseph Altuzarra of Altuzarra, von Furstenberg's Yvan Mispelaere and Jean-Michel Cazabat. The CFDA also extended Diane von Furstenberg's run as president for another two years with the designer first taking on the role in 2009.

"Diane has done an excellent job as CFDA president. The time and resources she gives and the vision she has created is a huge benefit for our organization and industry," CFDA chief executive officer Steven Kolb told WWD.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen took home the biggest prize at the recent CFDA awards. The former child TV stars were selected as the country's top womenswear designers for their collection The Row. Jessica Chastain announced the 25-year-old twins as winners at the Lincoln Center in New York.

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