Posts for October 8th 2010

Victoria's Secret

Peep Outfit Sketches from the Upcoming 2010 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

>> We've gotten a few clues to who will and won't be among the 2010 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show cast, but how about some details on the show itself?

>> We've gotten a few clues to who will and won't be among the 2010 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show cast, but how about some details on the show itself? Katy Perry is said to be performing, and Angel Adriana Lima will be leading the pack in this year's Fantasy Bra — covered in $2 million worth of Damiani diamonds, sapphires, and topaz, all set in 18k white gold. There's a peek at that in the gallery, along with a few sketches of this year's outfits — some of which are said to be boxing themed — and including one with a soccer ball-like cape. The fashion show tapes on Nov. 10 and airs on CBS on Nov. 30 at 10 pm EST.

 

 

Shopping

Watch the Lanvin for H&M Fashion Show Trailer

>> We won't see a peek of the upcoming Lanvin for H&M collection until exactly 18 days before it hits stores, when the collection is unveiled on Nov.

>> We won't see a peek of the upcoming Lanvin for H&M collection until exactly 18 days before it hits stores, when the collection is unveiled on Nov. 2 via a film on H&M's website. But they're enjoying teasing us in the meantime: the Swedish retailer just released a trailer for the collection's online fashion show debut, complete with a Leigh Lezark appearance and Alber Elbaz sketching his trademark cartoon illustrations — which can be seen at the link. [Zet Fashion]

Shopping

Fash's Friday Obsessions!

We're experiencing a serious case of Fall shopping itch today and with the weekend upon us, it's time to divulge in some retail healing (or lusting, at least).

We're experiencing a serious case of Fall shopping itch today and with the weekend upon us, it's time to divulge in some retail healing (or lusting, at least). Our shopping obsessions range a mix of cold weather accessories, from J.Crew's genius two-in-one gloves and Vanessa Bruno's cozy textural scarf to decadent splurges from Phillip Lim and Ashish. Also, we can't stop swooning over Erin Wasson's totem-print Lindsey Thornburg Maxi Dress — she was spotted wearing it at New York Fashion Week — and for the daring, it also comes in a snazzy mini dress version.






Left to right: Erin Wasson in Lindsey Thornburg Maxi Dress ($450), Lindsey Thornburg Mini Dress ($400), 3.1 Phillip Lim Printed Pony Willow Wedge ($575), Ashish Cotton Sequin Check Shirt ($1,450), Vanessa Bruno Athé Alpaca-Blend Scarf ($89, originally $295), J.Crew Convertible Gloves ($98), Need Supply Cherokee Earrings ($84)



Photo: Fashion Chalet

Lara Stone Is an America's Next Top Model Fan

>> Lara Stone had more free time than usual this show season — she walked exclusively for Calvin Klein — and she tells British Vogue in the magazine's November 2010 cover story that she's not interested in raising her profile.

>> Lara Stone had more free time than usual this show season — she walked exclusively for Calvin Klein — and she tells British Vogue in the magazine's November 2010 cover story that she's not interested in raising her profile. "I don't think people on the street recognize me ever. And I like that. If I wanted to be recognized every five minutes, I'd hire a publicist." In fact, the British press has kept a reasonable distance from Stone and her new husband David Walliams lately — "We've got a court order," she explains.

Stone says she's happiest "vegging out in front of America's Next Top Model." When asked if the show has taught her any modelling tips, she deadpans: "Smizeing," referring to Tyra Banks's abbreviation for "smiling with your eyes." "I'm good at that," she adds.

She's been alcohol-free for a year and a half now, and as for smoking: "I'm planning to quit tomorrow, I've had enough!" She plans to kick it "through willpower. It's a bit worrying though — if you don't drink and smoke any more, there's nothing . . . " And now that she's married, are children in the future? "Not yet. But I would love to have children some day. I'd like little gay boys. That would be good. I'm terrified of having a little girl. Girls are more evil than boys. And then they have boyfriends." She corrects herself: "Of course, I'd be happy to have a girl."

T Magazine

Sally Singer's First T Cover Subject? Reportedly Mick Jagger

>> Sally Singer has spoken about her vision for T, but how does that vision translate?

>> Sally Singer has spoken about her vision for T, but how does that vision translate? Apparently into a Mick Jagger cover, shot by photographer Max Vadukul for Singer's first issue — Holiday-centric, and out Dec. 5. Singer has also reportedly assigned a piece on autism for the issue — causing some to draw similarities to the New York Times Magazine's subject matter (as opposed to Stefano Tonchi's more stylized, ad-heavy take on the book), but when contacted for comment, Singer emailed from Paris: "I don't really feel comfortable discussing the holiday issue because it's still being put together and all sorts of things could happen." [NY Observer]

Shopping

Two Easy Ways to Wear the Chunky High-Heel Loafer

The loafer flat has taken the streets by storm, and now fans have a new iteration to try out: the chunky high-heel loafer.

The loafer flat has taken the streets by storm, and now fans have a new iteration to try out: the chunky high-heel loafer. It might leave some timid at first glance, but we’re here to prove otherwise. Check out these two ways to wear this smart Prada stacked loafer ($750): one with leather shorties and the other with a lady-like midi skirt. Either way will guarantee an Autumnal success.




Smart Shorts (Left to right): Prada Stacked Loafer ($750), Topshop Tweed Blazer ($360), Elizabeth and James Silk Shirt ($245), Vanessa Bruno Brown Leather Shorts ($805), Falk Merino Tights ($65), Lee Angel Gold Necklace ($175), Alexander Wang Anita leather bag ($1,100)




Skirt Appeal (Left to right): Prada Stacked Loafer ($750), Adam Cable-Knit Sweater ($295), Asos Wool Mix Mid Calf Skirt ($127), Topshop Embossed Ring ($18), Banana Republic Cable-Knit Socks ($9), Henry Cuir Backpack (2,350)

Balenciaga

Early Spring 2011 Campaign Rumors — Gisele Bundchen for Balenciaga, Plus More!

>> It's early on in the Spring 2011 campaign race, but it seems that former (and current) Victoria's Secret Angels are still going strong when it comes to fronting luxury houses.

>> It's early on in the Spring 2011 campaign race, but it seems that former (and current) Victoria's Secret Angels are still going strong when it comes to fronting luxury houses. Not only did Gisele Bundchen walk in Balenciaga's recent show, she's reportedly set to appear in the brand's upcoming Spring 2011 campaign, shot by Steven Meisel. No word on whether some of the other major faces who also walked — Amber Valletta, Carolyn Murphy among them — might also join.

Meanwhile, Izabel Goulart, who was a Spring 2011 Givenchy runway exclusive, is rumored to be appearing alongside Riccardo Tisci's close friend and muse Mariacarla Boscono in the upcoming Givenchy campaign. And Stefano Gabbana and Alessandra Ambrosio have been Tweeting up a storm back and forth, spurring rumors that she may appear in the Spring 2011 Dolce & Gabbana campaign — Gabbana has revealed upcoming Dolce faces via Twitter in the past. This all is fanned by the fact that at the end of a video Gabbana posted yesterday, the interviewer prompts Ambrosio with: "I think you may have a new job with the [Dolce & Gabbana] line," to which Ambrosio laughs and plays coy: "Let's see . . . let's see."

New York Fashion Week

Thom Browne Planning Womenswear Show for New York Fashion Week Come February

>> Thom Browne took his menswear show from New York to Paris this past June, but he's returning to New York Fashion Week in February — in a different capacity.

>> Thom Browne took his menswear show from New York to Paris this past June, but he's returning to New York Fashion Week in February — in a different capacity. Browne plans to stage his first proper women's show for Fall 2011: “I’m ready now, I know what to do. The show will be very much like my men’s wear ones — not traditional.” Regardless of the fact that he will be showing in two different cities — Paris for men's and New York for women's — he explained: “There’s no disconnect — and it all starts with a tailored point of view.” [WWD]