Posts for May 2009

Yves Saint Laurent

Jason Wu to Show Cruise 2010 Collection; Yves Saint Laurent Brings Out Color for Own Cruise 2010 Line

>> Chanel had a big production in Venice, Oscar de la Renta is gearing up for his Cruise 2010 show in a few days time, and Jason Wu just announced he's joining the big leagues by putting on his own Cruise 2010 runway show, inspired by Iris Apfel, June 4 at the Greenwich Hotel.

>> Chanel had a big production in Venice, Oscar de la Renta is gearing up for his Cruise 2010 show in a few days time, and Jason Wu just announced he's joining the big leagues by putting on his own Cruise 2010 runway show, inspired by Iris Apfel, June 4 at the Greenwich Hotel.

But Stefano Pilati, known for his ascetic approach to Yves Saint Laurent in recent seasons, has decided to continue that thought, opting to go without a Cruise 2010 show.  As for the clothes, he veered away from his recent obsession with black, white, and shades of gray, infusing color and even a print into the Loulou de la Falaise-inspired mix.

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Moschino Cheap & Chic Resort 2010

Moschino Cheap & Chic, always good for a sensible day dress, showed a Resort collection fit for a lady.

Moschino Cheap & Chic, always good for a sensible day dress, showed a Resort collection fit for a lady. Nestled within the fifties-inspired frocks and cardigans, however, were a couple of looks that were more boyish and modern. Separated from the pack, you could have confused them other hip contemporary labels like Rachel Comey or Acne.

Net-A-Porter

Net-a-Porter Launches Exclusive Capsule Collection With Maje

Parisian contemporary label Maje has developed a cult following since it launched five years ago.
Net-a-Porter Launches Exclusive Capsule Collection With Maje

Parisian contemporary label Maje has developed a cult following since it launched five years ago. Similar in style to Isabel Marant, the line is full of seasonal "must-haves" like suede shorts, harem trousers, biker jackets and jumpsuits. With a relatively low price point and a keen awareness of current trends, we think Maje is poised for good things. In fact, yesterday marked the launch of an exclusive capsule collection with Net-a-Porter. Check out the range in the gallery below. 

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CFDA Announces New Popular Vote Award

It has been announced today that the CFDA has introduced a new award called, The Popular Vote Award, sponsored by L'Oreal.

It has been announced today that the CFDA has introduced a new award called, The Popular Vote Award, sponsored by L'Oreal. A public voting site, hosted by WWD, will allow participants to cast a vote for their favorite designer and the results will be announced during the CFDA Fashion Awards this June. Nominees for the award include previous CFDA award winners and nominees as well as approximately 100 other CFDA members who have shown their collections during New York Fashion Week. The polls are open from today through June 9th, click here to vote for your favorite designer.

Burberry

Fashion In 50 Seconds 05/27/09 Burberry Day In New York City & More

Burberry will unveil its Manhattan headquarters tomorrow with a star-studded party and a gift of $50,000 to local youth projects.  At this year's SCAD senior fashion show, Andre Leon Talley spoke about the importance of having good manners.  The jury for the Trovata versus Forever 21 case is currently deadlocked, meanwhile Forever 21 has set its sights on 17 new West Coast properties.  Another film about Coco Chanel, not Coco Avant Chanel but Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky, closed the Cannes Film Festival yesterday. 

Burberry will unveil its Manhattan headquarters tomorrow with a star-studded party and a gift of $50,000 to local youth projects

At this year's SCAD senior fashion show, Andre Leon Talley spoke about the importance of having good manners

The jury for the Trovata versus Forever 21 case is currently deadlocked, meanwhile Forever 21 has set its sights on 17 new West Coast properties

Another film about Coco Chanel, not Coco Avant Chanel but Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky, closed the Cannes Film Festival yesterday