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D.C. Says No To Preferential Treatment For Foreign Models
There are a lot of very important things that go on in Washington (one must explain their penchant for sensible shoes somehow) — what between healthcare, taxes and one increasingly gigantic oil spill. So we’re not even going to ask how a proposal to make it easier for foreign models to work America’s catwalks found it’s way to the desk Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.)
Aboriginal Model Samantha Harris Turns Heads Down Under
Australian model Samantha Harris will walk for no less than 18 designers during the country’s Fashion week. On first glance, you might think, what’s the big deal? At 19, the former pageant girl is beyond striking, with exotic, doll-like features, lips to die for, and a portfolio that includes an appearance on the cover of Australian Vogue — so why wouldn’t designers be vying for her?
Cartman Couture? South Park Inspires Castelbajac Collection
In fashion, they say inspiration can come from just about anywhere — Japanese horror flicks transform into webby knits and locker room wear becomes a corseted sweatshirt. But Eric Cartman? Not exactly our idea of a muse.
Karl Creates Clickable And Strippable Ad Campaign For Eres
Karl has returned to the lens to work on a co-branded effort with Chanel’s beach-ready sister label, Eres. Anyways, for the playful project, Lagerfeld shot a photo series featuring model Emily Didonato as a modern day Chanel-clad paper doll. With the click of a mouse, you’ll be able to swap her retro frocks and disrobe Didonato all the way down to some super magnificent maillots.
Alexa Chung Gives Her Mom A Style Shout Out
Cloggery aside, I’ve got to admit I would, without hesitation, raid Alexa Chung’s closet — for the Mulberry satchel bags and slouchy cardigans alone! But as it turns out, a lot of the vintage pieces in Ms. Chung’s arsenal actually belong to her mom!
7 Most Offensive Fashion Ads Of All Time
Think the fashion world is all beautiful people, in beautiful clothes, doing beautiful things? Think again. In fact, a new study published in the Journal of Consumer research found that when it comes to those glossy adverts, we women like things a little rougher — “grotesque” even. Accordingly, we did our own, erm, research and pulled together seven of the most terrifying ads we’ve ever seen.
So Fresh And So Cheap: 11 Footwear Finds Under $65
Who among us can resist the smell of fashion’s freshest goodies? Then again, with the recession still ringing in our ears, we don’t blame you if you’re not willing to drop $500 bucks on a pair of studded clogs or swallow-print pumps. So fans of fancy footwear take stock: instead of playing it totally safe, we’ve checked the market and rounded up eleven bright n’shiny soles that are as easy on the eyes as they are on your wallet.
Happy Tails: Could Crockett’s Cap Be Fall’s Top Topper?
Fashion has always had a thing for muses of the unconventional variety — like a Stevie Nicks or a Jamie Bochert. But even we couldn’t help but giggle at the suggestion that Davy Crockett was (to borrow from Mr. Siriano) having a moment.
Print-Loving ‘Ninjas’ Suspected in Pucci Burglary
Lock up your printed scarves and cabana caftans, kiddies, because seems there are some Pucci-loving ninjas on the loose. We wish we were joking.
Saks To Purchase McQueen’s Entire Final Collection
Word on the street is that uber-department store Saks Fifth Avenue has placed an exclusive order for all 16 pieces of the late designer’s final collection. Each piece will retail from $12,000 to $50,000.
March Madness: Get Sporty With Our Sweet 16 Picks
Batten down the hatches folks, because the hoopla that is March Madness is officially here. So how to keep from feeling sidelined while your co-workers mantically monitor ESPN.com and swap high-fives over the water-cooler? Shopping, of course! We’ve assembled our own little dream team — a roundup of 16 athletically-inspired pieces destined for heavy rotation in your springtime line-up.
Kate Moss Addicted To Chatroulette
Drugs, alcohol, a guy named Pete…Kate Moss has never been one to hide her vices. And apparently the 30-something model has a new one: Chatroulette.
Carcass Couture? Designer Makes Hats From Roadkill
Hold onto your lunches, folks, because nothing says tasteful like some good old-fashioned taxidermy. And what could be more appetizing than hats made out of roadkill?
Oldies But Goodies: Our Style Obsession Du Jour
Sure they dine before sunset, can’t see over the steering wheel, and often smell like a mixture of moth balls and rose petals. But with the recent surge in popularity of all things Betty White, it seems old might just be the new young, at least where fashion is concerned.
Hare-Raising Headwear Has Its Moment
There’s a lot to love about the Easter Bunny: he’s cute, cuddly and brings us pastel-flecked chocolate. But unless your name is Jessica or you happen to be dating a guy named Hugh, you’ve probably never given much thought to the idea of dressing like the furry fellow. Until now. Behold the latest trend in hare-raising headwear: The rabbit ears.
Fall Trends: Peplums, Panniers, And Padding, Oh My!
Mini dresses, thigh highs, tight pants, no pants – we’ve seen them all these last few seasons on and off the runway. Our favorite ‘it’ girls are globetrotting in clothes the size of a napkin. But a refreshing trend is beginning challenge this look – a sophisticated and voluptuous version of sexy.
JWOWW Designing “Sophisticated” Skank-Tanks
Tri-Staters take note: the Jersey Shore’s resident fashionista, JWOWW is readying a clothing line and says it will include more than just her signature boob-sling.
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