Posts for February 2012 Page 18

Z Spoke by Zac Posen Fall 2012 Lookbook and Accessories

Zac Posen Feb 08, 2012

Z Spoke by Zac Posen Fall 2012 — Plus, Accessories

>> Posen's signature seaming and femme-fatale detailing get a hit of classic Americana for Fall 2012.

by Christina Perez

>> Posen's signature seaming and femme-fatale detailing get a hit of classic Americana for Fall 2012. The result? Separates, gowns, and dresses that are not only gorgeous, but also totally wearable. The designer has been spending a lot of time developing Z Spoke into a cohesive wardrobe — speaking with customers at the Z Spoke store, expanding the selection of outerwear — and it shows. Now there are boxy cropped jackets, pleated two-tiered frocks, and easy-wearing coats sitting effortlessly amongst the body-con dresses, nipped-in blazers, and ankle-grazing gowns. See the lookbook, modeled by Madisyn Ritland and Crystal Renn — plus, a peek at the accessories — here.

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New York Fashion Week Feb 08, 2012

Steven Alan Fall 2012

>> And suddenly, it begins.

by Christina Perez

>> And suddenly, it begins. Steven Alan kicks off the Fall 2012 season with a collection of '30s- and '40s-tinged separates in tonal grays, textural wools, and — of course — lots of prints and stripes. Alan also tapped inspiration from Mexican painter Diego Rivera, and so a nice dose of folk was worked into the collection's classic prepster mix: wooden buttons, blanket wools, leather riding belts, and perky little felt fedoras.
Photos: Christina Pérez

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Gisele Curses Super Bowl Loss, Alexander Wang Cancels Party

Madonna Feb 07, 2012

Alexander Wang's Afterparty, Iris Apfel's Number One Style Tip, and Gisele's Rant

Those stories and more — here in our daily news roundup.

by Christina Perez

Those stories and more — here in our daily news roundup.

A video that's making its way around the web shows an angry Gisele cursing after the Patriots' Super Bowl loss to the Giants. The supermodel didn't know she was being filmed. [Huffington Post]

Speaking of the Super Bowl, Vogue didn't charge Madonna to use its logo during her halftime show — in fact, Condé granted the singer permission to use the logo way back in early January. "We're so very grateful to Madonna to have been part of such a spectacular performance," Anna Wintour said. The performance was viewed by over 100 million people. [Styleite]

American Vogue isn't the only Condé glossy embracing the art of musical performance. In honor of the launch of French Vogue's new website, Emmanuelle Alt has filmed a video in which she dances and lip-synchs along to Wham's "Wake Me Up." Models Anja Rubik, Karmen Pedaru, Jasmine Tookes, and Kendra Spears serve as backup dancers. [French Vogue]

Alexander Wang will not be hosting his usual — and infamous — postshow party this Fashion Week. However, according to his publicists, the party will be back on next season. [The Cut]

And, in preparation for Fashion Week, here's a style tip from Iris Apfel: "If your hair is done properly and you're wearing good shoes, you can get away with anything." So true, so true. [Footwear News]

Karl Lagerfeld Guest Edits Metro Newspaper

Karl Lagerfeld Feb 07, 2012

Karl Lagerfeld on Staying Thin, Being Human — and More

>> Karl Lagerfeld guest edited today's issue of Metro International newspaper.

by Christina Perez

>> Karl Lagerfeld guest edited today's issue of Metro International newspaper. In addition to featuring a Lagerfeld-sketched cover, a tour of Lagerfeld's work space, and interviews with some of Lagerfeld's most famous cohorts — Haider Ackermann, Silvia Venturini Fendi, Florence Welch, Carine Roitfeld — "The World According to Karl" edition also provides quite a bit of insight into the mind of the Chanel helmer himself. Read on for highlights:

On being human: "I look the part. But I’m not that human, hm? But more down-to-earth than me, you will never find. You cannot be more down-to-earth."

On his diet: "I haven't touched sugar, sweets, butter, cake, cheese — all of that — for more than 11 years, and I'm not even tempted. I’m beyond temptation. I think that's the best thing that can happen in life."

On his weight: "I found out that clothes are much better than scales and things like this. Clothes don't lie. If you have only clothes in one size and nothing one millimeter bigger, the minute something hurts somewhere, you know it's time. And always keep a pair of tight jeans, something tight for control. I know a woman who every year put on her wedding dress just to see if she can still fit in it. It's only a problem if you have four or five weddings."

On his sex drive: "No, I'm not very much interested in that. But it's not a question of time, people can make quickies, you know."

On Lana Del Rey: "I prefer Adele and Florence Welch. But as a modern singer she is not bad. The thing at the moment is Adele. She is a little too fat, but she has a beautiful face and a divine voice. Lana Del Rey is not bad at all. She looks very much like a modern-time singer. In her photos she is beautiful. Is she a construct with all her implants? She's not alone with implants."

On people saying he's done too many collaborations: "I couldn't care less. It depends if I know the people. If unknown people say this, they should send me a note and explain why. The limit is up to me to decide."

On watching television: "I like to be on TV, but I don't watch TV. I have no time for that . . . I prefer to live on my imagination."

On death: "I couldn't care less . . . if you ask me, it's like a sleep where you don't wake up. You don't remember before, you don't remember after. The only thing is, I don't want to be seen dead, huh? So anyway, over, over. The battery is finished, huh? Pfft."

Lanvin Spring 2012 Ad Campaign Video by Steven Meisel

Lanvin Feb 06, 2012

Watch the Lanvin Spring 2012 Campaign Video

>> Steven Meisel captures a bit of nefarious dinner party fun in this recently-released Lanvin Spring 2012 campaign video.

by Christina Perez

>> Steven Meisel captures a bit of nefarious dinner party fun in this recently-released Lanvin Spring 2012 campaign video. Set to the tune of Maxine Ashley's "Cookieman," models Aaron Vernon, Angus Low, Aymeline Valade, Johannes Schulze, Marte Mei van Haaster, and Othilia Simon pose moodily, play with snakes, and don jeweled masks — looking glamorously chic all the while. Watch it below now.

Best Dressed Celebrities - Week of January 30, 2012

Naomi Watts Feb 04, 2012

This Week's Best Dressed

>> The SAG Awards may have provided the lion's share of red-carpet glamour, but a bevy of other occasions offered some of the week's more intriguing style moments.

by Christina Perez

>> The SAG Awards may have provided the lion's share of red-carpet glamour, but a bevy of other occasions offered some of the week's more intriguing style moments. In Sydney, Naomi Watts, Nikki Phillips, and Rachael Taylor rode the season's scuba trend in ensembles tinged with surf-sport details. In Los Angeles, Tilda Swinton hosted the Pomellato boutique opening in an ivory silk pajama look from Lanvin, while Jayma Mays, Emmy Rossum, and Jacqueline Emerson all looked Valentine-chic in coordinating red-and-white prints at an event for Lucky magazine. Those looks — and more — here, in our best-of-the-week slideshow.

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H&M Feb 03, 2012

Watch the Marni For H&M Video Directed by Sofia Coppola — Plus, Behind the Scenes

>> Sofia Coppola's highly anticipated Marni for H&M video has finally arrived.

by Christina Perez

>> Sofia Coppola's highly anticipated Marni for H&M video has finally arrived. Starring Imogen Poots and set to Bryan Ferry's "Avalon," the film is filled with exactly the kinds of dreamy shots and lingering stares one would expect. "I wanted to do something artful that would represent Marni," Coppola explains. And so, Poots and a host of well-dressed friends drive through the palm-tree-filled countryside, lounge in the sun, and just generally enjoy the sweet life in Marrakesh. Watch the full version of the video here, then see below for a behind-the-scenes look at the shoot.

Zara Spring 2012 Collection Lookbook With Saskia De Brauw

Zara Feb 02, 2012

Zara's Spring 2012 Lookbook

>> The latest Zara lookbook is here.

by Christina Perez

>> The latest Zara lookbook is here. Click through to see Saskia de Brauw model all the Spring 2012 trends — pastels, pleats, colorblocking, sky-high slits — and that's just on one look. Also on tap: lots of mixed-up floral prints and a nice helping of sheer on sheer.

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Theory Feb 02, 2012

The Theyskens' Theory Fall 2012 Show Will Be Live Streamed

>>>Theyskens' Theory Fall 2012: coming soon to a screen near you.

by Christina Perez

>>>Theyskens' Theory Fall 2012: coming soon to a screen near you. The label has announced plans to live-stream next week's fashion show at the Park Avenue Armory, and as an added bonus, Derek Blasberg and Moda Operandi's Lauren Santo Domingo will be on hand to provide live commentary. It all happens noon on Monday, Feb. 13, online at theyskenstheory.com. In case you're out and about, the stream will also be mobile-friendly.

Ralph Rucci Cancels Fall 2012 Fashion Week Show

Harper's Bazaar Feb 02, 2012

Ralph Rucci Cancels Fashion Week Show, Lana Del Rey Covers Vogue UK

These stories and more — here in our daily news roundup.

by Christina Perez

These stories and more — here in our daily news roundup.

Lana Del Rey is Vogue UK's March cover girl. She was photographed by Mario Testino and wears Spring 2012 Louis Vuitton. [Fashion Foie Gras

Ralph Rucci will not show during New York Fashion Week. Instead, Rucci has opted to hold private showroom appointments. "Cost is always a factor but [that] was not the driving force behind this decision," the communication director for the label says. [Vogue UK]

A former Harper's Bazaar intern is suing Hearst for unpaid work hours. The lawsuit claims that during the intern's tenure at the magazine, she sometimes worked up to 55 hours a week performing duties that were more employee-like than intern-like — and she wants to be paid for it. [Styleite]

Gisele has sent an email to friends and family requesting prayers and positive vibes for husband Tom Brady, who will play in this Sunday's Super Bowl. "I kindly ask all of you to join me on this positive chain and pray for him, so he can feel confident, healthy and strong. Envision him happy and fulfilled experiencing with his team a victory this Sunday," the email reportedly said. [Huffington Post]

And, in fashionable animal news: Jason Wu, Doo.Ri, and Erin Fetherston all have really, really cute pets. [Glamour]