We Trace Leelee Sobieski’s Evolution Into A Stealth Style Icon (We Think Marrying Adam Kimmel Had Something to Do With It)
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Has anyone else noticed how ridiculously flawless Leelee Sobieski has been searching lately? Her recent onslaught of red carpet sartorial perfection has been a frequent subject of discussion for us–how extended has she been such a style icon and why haven’t we noticed it till now? Read more…
A Guide To Feeding Your Francophilia
A Appear From Kitsuné’s Fall Collection
Every single year (month?), a new French brand crosses the Atlantic. For New Yorkers, several of whom are enthusiastic Francophiles, each and every 1 provides new reason to celebrate—and store!
The newest is Kitsuné, the fashion-music label hybrid opening their first stateside boutique right now inside the NoMad hotel. The space, created by Kitsuné’s co-owner and classically-trained architect, Masaya Kuroki, will stock custom goods from Aesop and Monocle alongside its eponymous collection, and they’ll spice items up with an in-residence florist, as well. ”We wanted to believe about being a service to the folks staying int he hotel and becoming part of the life of this [up-and-coming] neighborhood,” explained Kuroki’s partner, Gildas Loaec, who called en route to Charles de Gaulle airport, on his way to New York for the opening.
So now that there’s yet another Gallic brand to add to your need to-have buying list, we thought it’d be a great notion to compile a primer of all issues fashionable and French—an all-encompassing directory to the cool-girl labels getting you a small bit closer to Paris’s seemingly unattainable je ne sais quoi.
Nicole Richie, Elle Macpherson & Jessica Simpson gear up for NBC’s ‘Fashion Star’
Now prior to you commence thinking to oneself, “geez, not one more fashion reality show” (because I did at initial) NBC’s new series Style Star does seem to have fairly a bit of star power on board as well as a handful of exclusive capabilities, and one particular pretty major prize. The new game show style series is a mixture of American Idol, the Victoria’s Secret Style Show and Project Runway, and will première in the US tonight at 9.30pm ET.
It is hosted by Elle Macpherson, who is also an executive producer, and functions a string of celebrity mentors like Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson and menswear designer John Varvatos. The series offers 14 unknown designers the chance to a win a multi-million dollar prize to launch their collection at three of America’s most significant retailers: Macy’s, H&M and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Each and every week the designers will face elimination as they present their collection in a style show which has been based about a weekly challenge. What tends to make this show a bit diverse from the rest is that 3 buyers from every single of the retailers will judge the collections and make on-the-spot choices as they battle for the correct to purchase the designs to exclusively stock them in their retailers. 1 other point of distinction is that at the finish of every episode, viewers will have the chance to quickly buy the winning styles which will no doubt make certain it becomes a lucrative little venture for both the unknown designer and NBC.
Here’s What Happened at Kanye West’s Show Today, Plus the First Review Is In
We weren’t at Kanye West’s show right now, but in this age of Twitter, you virtually don’t have to be anyplace anymore–just follow a couple of properly-placed people and you are all set. Plus it is enjoyable to piece it all together, sort of like a scavenger hunt.
So, here goes:
Suzy Menkes: Hedi Slimane Confirmed at Yves Saint Laurent
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Stefano Pilati’s final Yves Saint Laurent show was yesterday. Right now, Suzy Menkes writes that Hedi Slimane will be returning to YSL, confirming reports from last weekend. According to a senior executive at Yves Saint Laurent’s parent organization PPR, Slimane will be named the brand’s new inventive director tomorrow.
The AP reports that YSL chief Paul Deneve produced the announcement to staff today, but did not say when Slimane would start off.
Slimane left design to dedicate himself to fine arts and photography in 2007, although his return has been very anticipated. He previously worked at YSL from 1996 to 2000, when he served as menswear director. This will be his initial key foray into womenswear.
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Women in Power: Ida B. Wells
Welcome to CF’s new column, Females in Power! Inspired by the upcoming election, Women in Power will function critical girls in history, outline their accomplishments, and explain how you can honor these remarkable ladies in style. Get pleasure from!
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When we assume about the civil rights movement, we usually believe of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcom X, and the 1960s. When we hear the phrase “women’s suffrage,” we right away think of Susan B. Anthony, the early 1900s, and marches for equality. Nonetheless, it is crucial to honor 1 exceptional woman that campaigned for both of these causes as early as the 1880s: Ida B. Wells.
The very best of Vivienne Westwood
From pioneering punk to designing Carrie Bradshaw‘s wedding dress, more than the final 40-odd years Dame Vivienne Westwood has been at the cutting edge of British style. The designer is one particular of the UK’s most popular faces, not just for her involvement in style but for her political activism and outspoken nature.
It was on meeting Malcolm McLaren that this former schoolteacher got involved in the globe of art and style. When McLaren opened a shop on the King’s Road, Westwood helped him to create the clothing that was sold 1st to Teddy Boys and later to those involved in the emerging punk movement. McLaren was, by this time, manager of The Sex Pistols, who wore clothing designed by Westwood and McLaren and helped raise their profile.
Looks on Campus: Murphy – University of Texas at Austin
At the starting of the semester, absolutely everyone often dresses up. Then, as homework assignments and papers seem, so do the sweatpants (a lot to the frustration of this Looks on Campus contributor). Nevertheless, one particular of my classmates consistently fought the sloppy slump, coming to class appropriately dressed and with killer confidence. Murphy’s dedication to expressing herself with fashion is inspiring, and I knew I had to get a closer look at her sense of style.
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