All the hubbub from New York, London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks has died down, and the runway action has moved on Toronto. The Canadian city played host last week to their own string of Spring 2010 presentations, and we took a peek at a few looks that stood out from the pack — including one special cameo from Theodora Richards.
Toronto 10/19-24. WireImage
Motorcycle jackets are one of those keep-forever wardrobe staples that get better with age. If you find yourself in the market for a new biker jacket or vest this fall, we suggest looking for updates on the classic—in leather or suede—such as strong shoulders (Emanuel Ungaro), studded hardware and epaulettes (Alexander Wang), bright colors (Doma), and quilted details (Elise Overland and Topshop).
>> According to Christian Lacroix, a French commercial court tribunal will review all bids on his brand and make a decision on its fate tomorrow, Oct. 27. He recently told Filep Motwary: "[Current owner the Falic Group] submitted [a bid], some other financial people did too, and I chose to give my support and signature to the Sheikh of Ajman who seems to be the strongest solution. We'll see. But if we win, it will be time for a new rebirth and to work for real."
The sheikh has already gone on record with plans to diversify Lacroix's business, if given the go-ahead:
"The idea is not to focus on fashion by itself. We are discussing different activities in leisure . . . private jets, hotels, high-quality yachts, palaces and interior decoration. We will focus on very exclusive areas and don’t want to sell his name cheap in the market. Christian Lacroix is one of the lords of fashion design in the world . . . but, on another side, as a businessman he has a lot of problems. We will run it better commercially."
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Alexander Wang's resort shoes—cone heels and suede slip-ons—will be sold online November 1.
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Natalia Vodianova will take over from Christy Turlington as Stefano Pilati's new campaign girl for Yves Saint Laurent.
The Cut's "Best and Worst of October Fashion Magazines."
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Interview magazine took over the Meatpacking District's SL club to host a Russian-themed masquerade ball on Thursday night. An exclusive pre-party was held for a few lucky socialites, including host Fabiola Beracasa, who were treaded to makeovers from MAC and gold bracelets from Alex & Ani before the main event. Despite her lavish makeup, Fabiola was easy to spot in a buttoned-up crowd that included Keegan Singh, Kipton Cronkite, and Sophia Lamar. Scott Sartiano was also on hand, though he stayed occupied on the dance floor with his model companion Allie Rizzo.
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen confirmed they have designed a juniors' line in partnership with JCPenny. The collection —named Olsenboye after the twins' ancestral name—will rollout in 600 stores next February and, in the meantime, be sold in special pop up boutiques. Today, for example, there will be a mobile shopping truck cruising New York city, selling merchandise and handing out cupcakes.
According to an article in today's Women's Wear Daily, it was Mary-Kate and Ashley who approached JCPenny with the idea of a low-priced line of products for the junior market. They hope to attract a similar customer to the one who purchased their Olsen-branded bedding, furniture, clothing and cosmetics under Dualstar Entertainment Group. As Ashley explained, "Olsenboye is an extension of the Dualstar brand and we feel this collaboration complements and strengthens our business portfolio."
Seeing the enormous reach and enhanced marketing opportunities available when partnering with a mega mass retailer, the Olsens plan to use the popularity of their high-priced luxury label, The Row, and contemporary but hardly inexpensive, Elizabeth and James, to create a shopping frenzy with younger customers as they once did with the Dualstar Entertainment video empire.
Olsenboye is casual sportswear and accessories brand—offering denim, dresses, tops, skirts, shorts, jackets, handbags and accessories—and will be sold in some very un-Olsen sizes, from 0-15.
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