Lily Cole Hates Trends

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Lily Cole hates trends. The model-turned-actress "hates" the idea of changing her style every few months and favors classic or vintage items in her own wardrobe.

"I don't personally follow trends, I don't even like the idea of trends. I think it's kind of absurd that you have to change every six months, so I always try and buy things that hopefully I'll like forever, and resonate with me. And I have fun with it, as well. I kind of see clothes a bit like role-playing, depending what mood I'm in. And I think, also vintage. There are so many great, great vintage clothes to find, there's a whole territory unexplored there."

Lily also admitted she has no plans to return to modeling, but is "open" to taking on the occasional job. "No, there's a lot of very brilliant, talented people in the fashion industry so I'm still open to working occasionally if it's the right person and the right situation but I've stepped quite far from that industry," she said when asked whether or not she would return to the catwalk.

Manolo Blahnik Doesn’t Follow Trends

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Manolo Blahnik insists he has "never followed trends."

The 68-year-old designer's women's footwear has been hugely popular for over four decades yet he has no idea what his appeal is: "I've never really thought about my success, but I guess it's true. I have been going for a while. Suddenly, people seem to really like my shoes again. But you know, those furniture shoes were fashionable for three or four years. I did platforms in the 1970s, so that wasn't new to me. I've never followed trends or gotten into the frenzy of doing the 'right' shoes."

The designer also admitted he can be difficult to work with because he is never completely satisfied with all his creations: "I'm never satisfied. I always find something wrong, and I'm really difficult to work with in that respect. Just today, I was looking at a shoe [here in London], and there was a fault, so I called the factory and told them to do it again."

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Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen Design Handbags

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Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have created a luxury handbag collection under their fashion label The Row.

The 25-year-old twins will launch a nine-bag line including a day tote, backpack, doctor bag and shoulder bag made from python and alligator in Barneys department store, New York in August. The siblings don't rely on a specific era for inspiration with Ashley revealing she is influenced by different times while Mary-Kate struggles with ever repeating trends.

"There are important style contributions from almost every era. Drawing on the right references at the right time is the key," Ashley said.

Mary-Kate added, "My problem is not with the trends themselves but the fact that trends are constantly repeating themselves."

Averyl Oates, buying director for Harvey Nichols, who stock The Row, recently claimed the success of the label is due to its "timeless generational appeal."

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Women Are Likely to Try New Trends No Matter How Unflattering

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The majority of women will try any fashion trend even if they know they won't be able to carry it off. In new a poll by Kenco Millicano, lots females say they are keen to look stylish and fashionable so will don clothes and accessories that might not flatter them, while one in three admit to experiencing a "traumatic trend."

The majority, however, look back on their efforts to keep up with fashion with humor, and 10 percent even reminisce with pride for "giving it a go."

The research goes on to show that 33 percent of women are inspired by strangers on the street while 59 percent are inspired by friends and family. The research is part of Kenco Millicano's search for the UK's top Taste-setters, who can share their trend thoughts and passions whilst inspiring others to follow their lead.

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Emma Watson Hates Trends, Despite Being Named Most Fashionable

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Another celebrity who avoids trends!

Emma Watson hates following fashion fads. The actress, who recently beat off stiff competition from the likes of Cheryl Cole and Kate Moss to be crowned Britain's Best Dressed Female, admitted she doesn't follow the crowds because she likes to be original.

"I don't follow trends much, because I don't like to dress like everybody else. I think that's why I hate trends, actually. But I do like to read fashion magazines so I don't feel so isolated. I think my own style is classic and simple. I try to be elegant, but at the same time laid back and relaxed. If what you're not feeling what you're wearing or if you're not sure, don't wear it."

Despite having fronted campaigns by iconic British label Burberry in the past, the 20-year-old beauty claimed she has had her fair share of fashion disasters. Emma added to Mexico's Seventeen magazine, "I've ripped dresses, the air has blown my skirt up, I've had bad spray tans. Actually one time my hands were orange because of a fake tan! I exfoliated them to remove the color, but there isn't really much you can do in those cases! It was hilarious."

Japan’s Cheeky Trend

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Why go pantsless when you can just wear a revealing skirt instead?

Well, that’s what many Japanese women are opting for, anyway. A recent trend in the country, women are actually going out in public (as evidenced by the photos) wearing these skirts! Thankfully for innocent bystanders’ sake, the revealing bottoms are actually painted on (then again, they look real enough, so it may still be disturbing).

Are they too tacky or just too fashion forward? Would you jump on this cheeky trend’s bandwagon?

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Lauren Conrad Avoids Certain Trends

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Lauren Conrad admits there’s “probably a million things” she can’t wear.

The former Hills star says there are many trends which don’t suit her, and urges other women to stick to their look and body type when choosing their wardrobe.

“I think the best style advice I’ve ever been given was to flatter your own body. A lot of trends come out and they’re not necessarily for everyone.  There’s probably a million things I can’t wear. I can’t wear high waisted jeans. They look fabulous on some people, but it’s also a good example of how you’re not always supposed to slavishly follow every single trend - just the ones that look nice on you.”

Lauren also opened up about her wardrobe staples, rating jeggings, skinny jeans and baggy sweaters as her most sought after items.

“I love oversized sweaters, but I like them with a lighter weight, so I usually buy a lot of my sweaters a couple of sizes larger. Then I can wear them with a skinny jean or a leather legging. I love maxidresses, especially if they’re long enough to be worn with a heel because they make you look much taller. Skinny jeans or a jegging are definitely a staple - I wear them most days. I also love wearing either minidresses or miniskirts.”

Miu Miu Ends Paris Fashion Week

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Miuccia Prada’s Miu Miu show brought Paris Fashion Week to a close Wednesday night.

The stars turned out in support of the Italian designer, with the likes of British model Alexa Chung and Dakota Fanning sat in the front row to sample the delights of the of the brand’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection.

Encapsulating a trend noted at New York Fashion Week last month, the line featured a whole host of vivid neon and fluro shades, with references to both the seventies glam rock era and the comic book-style fashions of the eighties. Meanwhile, the neon trend continued in Miu Miu’s accessories range with models parading the runway in killer heels in electric blues, flurid reds and bright yellows, with shoulder bags in illuminated leather.

Colorful Milan Fashion Week

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Vibrant colors have already proved a key trend at Milan Fashion Week.

With Gucci kicking off proceedings yesterday morning, the iconic Italian brand showcased its vibrant Spring/Summer 2011 collection based upon “grown up glamour.”

Prada followed this trend in its runway show, with a whole host of bright and jeweled colors being a key feature of the collection, which also included a playful, banana print and bold stripes. Elsewhere, Dolce and Gabbana proved the floral trend is set to make a re-emergence next summer, with a number of feminine floral pieces featured.

However, it’s not just bright colors that will be popular in the Spring/Summer 2011 collection - Alberta Ferretti and Luisa Beccaria both opted for romantic, ethereal-looking pieces, with pretty lace dresses and sheer chiffon tops. Additionally, the Fendi brand showcased a completely different style from the other collections previewed at Milan Fashion Week, opting for a more ‘70s feel.

The great and good of the fashion world are set to descend on the capital in the coming days to display their pieces, with shows from Roberto Cavalli, Giorgio Armani and Versace scheduled for later in the week. Anna Wintour is already in the Italian city and is likely to be in the front row and many events.

Calvin Klein Glad to Be Out of Fashion Industry

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Calvin Klein claims trends are “meaningless.”

The legendary designer is no longer involved in the fashion world and although his legacy lives on through his Calvin Klein label, he insists he doesn’t miss it because he hates trying to keep up with what clothes are popular.

“You know, since I’m no longer involved in the fashion business, I’m so happy to not pay attention to trends because they are meaningless anyway. They are over fast. As soon as you see them, as soon as you see people wearing them, they are over. That’s it. As soon as you see it on someone, forget it.”

The label is currently enjoying huge success thanks to advertising campaigns starring the likes of Zoe Saldana and Lara Stone, but Calvin - who sold his business in 2002 - refuses to take credit for it: “I have nothing to do with any of it. I sold the company. I have nothing to do with it.”