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Keira Knightley Turns Out For Chanel
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Models, News,
Keira Knightley was among the many stars who turned out for Chanel’s Paris Fashion Week show today.
The British actress, who has been a muse for the iconic French fashion house’s creative director Karl Lagerfeld, joined a whole host of high-profile names for the event at the city’s Grand Palais. Keira’s fellow muse Lily Allen - who was handpicked by Lagerfeld to front the label’s Fall/Winter 2009 handbag collection - was also in attendance at the star-studded event, with actress Rachel Bilson and supermodel Claudia Schiffer also taking to the front row.
The Palace of Versailles was recreated inside the Grand Palais especially for the fashion showcase, with more than 80 models parading Chanel’s new creations up and down the runway. Despite a new modern take, the classic Chanel suit made a re-emergence on the Parisian catwalk, while pretty pastels, feathers and dramatic gothic-inspired pieces played a key role in the Spring/Summer 2011 collection.
Meanwhile, Ines de la Fressange - the fashion house’s original muse - marked her first return to the Chanel catwalk in 21 years by taking to the runway in a black floor-length chiffon gown and gold costume jewelery, while being greeted by a rapturous applause by the audience.
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Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen Inspired by Savile Row
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News,
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen‘s fashion line is inspired by Savile Row tailors.
The designer duo revealed their The Row Spring/Summer 2011 collection, which was showcased at Paris Fashion Week yesterday, continues to concentrate on sharp tailoring and “refined luxury.”
“We wanted to concentrate on tailored pieces. The Row is named after Savile Row and refined minimal luxury is what this is all about. Like the trouser suit and doing the perfect blazer,” Mary-Kate told Elle.
The 24-year-old twins had to show their upcoming collection this week after they were forced to cancel their New York Fashion Week event in September due to the late delivery of a number of their fabric samples. However, the sisters are now happy with the 15 looks that make up the new line.
“We wanted to make sure the production was where we wanted it to be and that meant not being in New York,” Ashley said.
Quote of the Day: Marc Jacobs Compares Himself to a Pig
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows,
“I used to say in the beginning that I was like the pig in Babe when the farmer, who was not wildly emotional, expressed himself in a super-warm way. Mr Arnault does not express himself in a super-warm way, but he has softened up - I am that pig and he pats me on the back and says ‘That’ll do pig,’ and I just feel this is the highest praise. This is a man who does not throw out compliments or say things to please people - he just does not.”
- Fashion designer and creative director of Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, on his relationship with LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault.
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Stars Turn Out For YSL, Dior, McCartney
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News,
Florence Welch was among the stars who turned out for YSL’s Paris Fashion Week show last night.
The British singer joined the likes of supermodel Claudia Schiffer and Jade Jagger on the front row to view the French designer’s ready to wear Spring/Summer 2011 collection. Bold colors paired with smart tailoring proved a popular choice for Yves Saint Laurent, with chiffon blouses, silk jumpsuits and belted evening dresses making for a feminine, yet sharp, look.
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Items Du Jour: Lara Stone Covers Vogue Again, Alber Elbaz Cares
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Editorials, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News, Rumors,
—A pregnant Lily Allen showed up at Givenchy in some chic pregnancy wear. True to Fall/Winter looks, she kept it simple and Parisian with a gray long coat, white blouse, and black pumps.
—Glee star Lea Michele has become quite the fashion darling, striking a pose with Zac Posen. With her nude robe-like dress, I’d say that she has some more styling etiquette to learn.
—Alber Elbaz is probably the sweetest, most caring designer. The Lanvin creative gave his models the option of wearing comfy gladiator sandals (at the last minute!) for his Spring/Summer 2011 show.
—After scoring Vogue Paris‘s coveted 90th anniversary cover, Lara Stone is right back on Vogue—this time, it’s in her native UK mag.
—Finally taking a cue from some sensible publicists, American Apparel attempts to save the brand’s image in some new ads that feature a less-creepy Dov in the face of their financial woes. He just still couldn’t resist shooting the ads in his bed.
—Traditional and iconic American swimsuit model Marisa Miller changes things up for 944, sporting a dark bob wig and gloves—a far cry from her usual California-esque look.
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Giles Deacon Brings Ungaro Back
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Models, News,
Giles Deacon has single-handedly brought the House of Emanuel Ungaro back from
awful reviews with his first collection for the French label.
After their Lindsay Lohan debacle, the brand quickly snatched up Deacon to fill Estrella Archs’s position, and they couldn’t have made a smarter move! The Spring/Summer 2011 collection is a feminine, sophisticated, and gorgeous blend of fantastic prints and fabrics, matched with a plethora of cuts and styles. On top of that, how great is it that the models are actually smiling?
Perhaps Ungaro himself will approve this collection…
Read More | People
Beth Ditto Walks for John Paul Gaultier
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
Beth Ditto walked the catwalk for Jean-Paul Gaultier at Paris Fashion Week on Saturday.
The Gossip singer - a size 26 - opened the eccentric designer’s Spring/Summer 2011 ready-to-wear show with an a cappella performance, and also returned to close the showcase of punk-inspired outfits in one of his flamboyant creations. To a rapturous reception, the designer himself then took to the runway to present the outspoken singer with a bouquet of pink roses and a glass of champagne.
Ditto is currently preparing for the launch of her second collection for UK plus-size retailer Evans. Speaking about the new line, an Evans spokesperson recently said, “It will be Victorian mixed with 80s punk, through to 40s vintage with a noughties modern edge.”
Beth has previously spoken about the importance of larger women being creative with clothes in order to flatter their body shape: “I don’t understand all these women who say they feel betrayed by fashion. A piece of clothing can’t talk - it can’t tell you that you can’t have it - so really, you’re just telling yourself that. You make yourself the victim, because if you want clothes that bad, then make them yourself. You have to get creative if you’re fat. I’m really good at turning a belt into a necklace, and I can always find a nice pair of earrings.”
Quote of the Day: Rick Owens Wants His Designs at the Grocery Store
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows,
“When I started out in LA, I was doing a lot of long lengths and dragging on the ground. I resent this idea of long lengths being reserved for special occasions and I like the idea that you can bring them into your ordinary life—like wearing it to the grocery store. If you wash it, tone down the colors and minimize it, that can happen.”
- Fashion designer Rick Owens, imagining where his long dresses would be worn by his customers.
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Martin Magiela Makes Fashion One Dimensional
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Models,
From monastery wear to nudity, fashion week runways have been through a lot. In Paris, Martin Magiela brings shoulder pads back in a very big way with his Spring/Summer 2011 collection.
Are his looks (more after the jump) avant garde or just completely missing the point?
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Pregnant Miranda Kerr Walked for Balenciaga
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News,
Miranda Kerr took to the catwalk for Balenciaga yesterday, despite being five months pregnant.
The Australian model was watched by husband Orlando Bloom at the Paris Fashion Week show, with other celebrities including Charlotte Gainsbourg and Salma Hayek taking in the designs by Nicolas Ghesquiere.
The Spring/Summer 2011 collection was hard on utilitarianism - applique body panels, cocoon coats and riveted leather belts made a strong showing on the runway, with Ghesquiere revealing he wanted a wet look to the clothes.
“I wanted to make everything look as though it had been in the rain.”
Miranda was not the only big name to walk the runway for Balenciaga - Brazilian beauty Gisele Bundchen also made waves in a white ensemble with a see-through skirt.
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