Diane von Furstenberg Every Week, Christy and Calvin Together Again, and Jay Ott Body Found

May 12, 2014 by 1 Comment

diane-von-furstenberg-vem-ao-Brasil-2__LindizzimaReally, another fashion reality TV show? OK, we lived through “Under the Gunn,” we tolerated “The Fashion Fund,” and Betsey Johnson’s XOX Betsey Johnson had its moments, but is not returning.

Well, Diane von Furstenberg has now jumped into the fashion reality TV fray. The question being asked is will viewers want Diane in their homes every week? Fashion Reverie guesses a rip roaring YES!!

The DVF Project will air on the E! Network and will feature burgeoning fashion industry professionals competing for a brand ambassador role at the global DVF brand. “I am so thrilled to partner with E!, and to grant young women the opportunity to become the women they want to be!” said von Furstenberg in a statement.

“There is a magical, somewhat ‘Willy Wonka’ aspect to the world Diane wants to create with this show. That is if Willy Wonka were a fabulous, glamorous fashion icon willing to share her secrets with talented young women dedicated to learning them,” said Jeff Olde, E!’s executive vice president of programming and development. The DVF Project is slated to air in the fall of 2014.

DvF and Willy Wonka? Hmm, stay tuned!!

Image courtesy of Calvin Klein Inc.

Image courtesy of Calvin Klein Inc.

Calvin, Christy and Ed?

The more things change, the more they stay the same. Twenty-six years ago, supermodel Christy Turlington was the face of the Calvin Klein fragrance, Eternity.  This time around Christy is again the face of Calvin Klein’s latest fragrance, Eternity Night, but she will have an interesting bedfellow.

Turlington will front the Eternity Night ad campaign with her actor/filmmaker husband Ed Burns. “Christy and Ed are the ideal couple to represent our timeless Eternity Calvin Klein fragrance, as we continue to support the brand with a new global advertising campaign and an expanded offering with Eternity Night Calvin Klein,” said Tom Murry, chief executive officer of Calvin Klein Inc.

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An end to the search

Brooklyn fashion designer Jay Ott’s body was found Thursday morning floating in New York Harbor near Pier 4 in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Ott had been missing for two months, last seen at his Bushwick home on March 24.

The 31-year old designer had previously worked for J. Mendel and the Row, a fashion brand established by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen.

The police do not suspect foul play.

—William S. Gooch

Fashion News Alert: Cavalli Sketches Katy, the Met Gala’s Strict Dress Code, and Martin Margiela Maison and Mykita Team Up

May 5, 2014 by 2 Comments
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Image courtesy of NYTimes.com

Anna Wintour does not play, especially when it comes to this year’s Gala at the Metropolitan Museum’s Costume Institute.

Recently renamed the Anna Wintour Costume Center, for this year’s gala honoring the work and legacy of legendary American couturier Charles James, Ms. Wintour has asked all male attendees to come in full evening dress with decorations. For those who don’t know what full evening dress is, it means being donned in a black tailcoat, a waistcoat, a wing-collared shirt and white bow tie.

Though some welcome the “putting on the ritz” attire, Marc Jacobs is nonplussed about all the pomp and circumstance.  Jacobs, according to Vogue UK feels that this Met Gala is “much more straightforward,” and “not as exciting as wearing a lace dress and boxer shorts.” Hmm, didn’t Marc Jacobs flaunt that look at the 2012 Met Gala.

Still, getting a black tailcoat and waistcoat is no small feat, even in NYC. And what are the LA lads going to do? Fashion Reverie will keep you posted.

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Image courtesy of huffingtonpost.com

Cavalli and his outrageous sketches

Three seems to be the charm for Roberto Cavalli. First he sketched a gown for Beyonce’s, next he sketched an onstage costume for Miley Cyrus, and now he is doing the same for Katy Perry.

For Perry’s Prism tour, the ever-evolving pop phenomenon will be wearing Cavalli.  We know the onstage outfits will be sexy and elegant, with just the special touch of Katy Perry flava!!

Miley Cyrus in Mykita MMM EESS006 sunglasses. Image courtesy of Williamson PR

Miley Cyrus in Mykita MMM EESS006 sunglasses. Image courtesy of Williamson PR

It’s all about teamwork

Collaborations seem to be the order of the day in fashion and European brand Maison Martin Margiela has taken up the banner by collaborating with sunglass brand Mykita for a spring/summer 2014 unisex sunglass collection.

Known for ultra-light eyewear made from metal plates and assembled without screws, Mykita in its collaboration with Maison Martin Margiela seeks to reinterpret historical forms through construction and an unconventional approach to materials. Miley Cyrus has even jumped on the bandwagon by tweeting a photo of her wearing the new shades.

The “MMMESSEOO6” sunglasses retail for $550, and available only at  Mykita and Maison Martin Margiela stores.

—William S. Gooch

Fashion Reverie Reaches 20 Million Hits

May 2, 2014 by Leave a Comment

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Though Fashion Reverie likes to keep its readers informed of what is going on in the fashion industry globally, we think it is equally important to keep our viewers up to date with all the changes within the company.

First and foremost, Fashion Reverie would like to celebrate reaching 20 million hits. It has been an arduous journey, but well worth the time, hard work, and dedication. And it would have been impossible without the support of our online audience, Fashion PR associates, fashion industry professionals, and the many friends, colleagues, and family members we have stuck by us. Thanks and thanks again!!

Recently, Fashion Reverie has added some new additions to the staff. Carl Ayers is the new managing editor at Fashion Reverie. Carl comes to Fashion Reverie with an extensive background in fashion and entertainment and is a welcome addition to the staff.

Janine Silver is our new beauty editor and I am sure our readers having been enjoying her timely and on-trend beauty stories. She helped out so much with curating the bridal beauty looks for our recent bridal editorial with Miss USA, Erin Brady.

Though Lisa Briffel has only been with Fashion Reverie a few months, she has put good use to her time at Fashion Reverie as our Director of Sales and Marketing. She has helped us with the rebranding of the company across all our social media platforms, as well as brainstorming on our new logo. We expect great things from her.

And last, but not least we have added Sissy Yee as our new graphic and media layout artist. She comes to Fashion Reverie with an extensive arts background and we are excited and blessed to have her.

Karyn Collins has been promoted to the position of Editor-at-large. With over two decades of experience in the industry, we are confident that she will be brilliant in that position recently vacated by Jeanine Kim.

As we celebrate promotions and new additions to our staff, sadly and regrettably some contributors have moved on to other opportunities. John Woody, Will Cisco, and Francesca Simon have parted ways with Fashion Reverie. We wish them continued success in their creative endeavors.

—William S. Gooch

Breaking Fashion News Alert: Is it Jail Time for D&G?

May 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Dolce-GabbanaOn April 30 a Milan appeals court upheld the design duo of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s earlier conviction of failure to pay 40 million euros owed to the Italian government. They have been sentenced with 18 months in prison by a lower court. In addition to 40 million euros owed in back taxes, Domenico and Stefano have been hit with an additional fine of 500, 000 euro.

The luxury fashion design team is now seeking an appeal by Italy’s Supreme Court of Cassation.

VenturelliHmm, while serving their term, maybe D&G will come out with chic, baggy jailbird palazzo/cargo pants.  Singing right along!!

—Staff

 

Fashion News Alert: Jourdan Dunn’s New Job, Kristen Stewart’s New Chanel Makeover and Victoria’s Secret Leaves New York

April 28, 2014 by 1 Comment
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Image courtesy of fashionmag.com

British model Jourdan Dunn joins an elite group of models, Christy Turlington, Emily DiDonato, Jessica White and a host of others as the newest spokesmodel for Maybelline. “It is an honor to be a spokesperson for such an iconic brand,” said Jourdan.

“Jourdan’s look, style and positive energy are perfect for the Maybelline New York brand,” said Jerome Bruhat, Global Brand President of Maybelline New York.  “She truly reflects Maybelline’s vision of global beauty.”

Since 2007 Jourdan Dunn has walked the runways for Prada, Chanel, Oscar de la Renta, Alexander McQueen, Valentino, Tom Ford, Givenchy, Marc Jacobs, Balenciaga, Calvin Klein, Alexander Wang, Hermes, Burberry, Balmain, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Lanvin, and Miu Miu. She has been a part of various campaigns for ck Calvin Klein, CK1 fragrance, Yves Saint Laurent, Burberry, Burberry Beauty, Gap, DKNY, H&M, Express, Aldo, Banana Republic, Tommy Hilfiger, Rag & Bone, Topshop, John Galliano and Benetton among others.

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Image courtesy of huffingtonpost.com

Kristen Stewart scores another one

You either love her or you hate her. And if you have Karl Lagerfeld in your camp does it matter what the naysayers have to say? Not!!

Kristen Stewart has scored three Balenciaga campaigns in the past few seasons and now Chanel is knocking at her door!!  Stewart told Grazia magazine, “The [photo shoot] was effortless and he’s awesome and he’s so sweet,” she raved. “The only intimidating thing about [Karl] really is that scary unapproachable facade which is something people project onto him I think.”

Kristen Stewart will be the face of Chanel’s Métiers d’Art collection. And true to form she is all made up to look like an American Beauty Rose in true ‘Yellow Rose of Texas” style.

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Bye, Bye Big Apple

Victoria’s Secret is taking its show on the road and out of NYC.  The next stop appears to be London and it will be taking supermodels Adriana Lima and Candice  Swanepoel with them.

“We’re very proud to announce that we’re heading to London this year,” says Lima. “The Victoria’s Secret Show is the biggest fashion show in the world, for sure, so it will be amazing to bring the show to London. I love it here. Especially the shopping!”

Though the televised Victoria’s Secret show started with humble beginnings at the Plaza Hotel in NYC in 1995, mega pop stars like Mary J. Blige and Andrea Bocelli gave the show a boast when it was televised from Bryant Park in 2001.

According to brand marketing director Ed Razek, the show has wanted to be televised from London since 1998 and on December 2, 2014 the show will be a black tie affair with a possible appearance by supermodel Cara Delevigne.

”I’ll let you into a secret,” Razek said. “I told Cara a few days ago and asked her to save the date, so hopefully she will walk. She was excited. And she kept the secret for a whole week!”

—William S. Gooch

Fashion News Alert: Lupita’s New Role, Marc Jacobs Flirts with Twitter, and David Beckham’s Expands at H&M

April 7, 2014 by 1 Comment
Image courtesy of Lancome

Image courtesy of Lancome

Winning the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress is not enough for Lupita Nyong’o. Lancome announced on Friday that Lupita will be one the company’s brand ambassadors. The 31-year old actress joins the ranks of Penelope Cruz, Julia Roberts, Kate Winslet, and Lily Collins as brand ambassador for the luxury cosmetics company.

Lancome described Nyong’o as “talented and committed” and “true to her African beauty.” Lupita Nyong’o will be representing Lancome or red carpets and fashion events internationally as a part of Lancome’s marketing strategy.

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Image courtesy of H&M, photographed by Glen Luchford

Beckham can’t get enough of H&M

Since 2012 David Beckham has collaborated with megastore H&M for a series of men’s bodywear. For spring/summer 2014 Beckham and H&M have expanded their collaboration to include a new line of men’s swimshorts, trunks and boardshorts.

This mini-collection will be available in a variety of solid colors and prints. The collection will hit select H&M stores and be available for purchase online on May 22. Glen Luchford photographed the campaign with understated images of David Beckham.

 

One of the Twitter applicants for the Marc by Marc Jacobs F/W 2014 campaign, Image courtesy of huffingtonpost.com

Marc Jacobs model search on Twitter

Recently, Marc Jacobs put out a casting call on Twitter for aspiring models as the face of his new Marc by Marc Jacobs fall/winter 2014 campaign. With the hashtag #CastMeMarc to Twitter and/or Instagram, applicants are immediately entered into the contest.

There have already been 15,000 entrants. The contest ends on April 9.

Hmm, will this new search for models trump America’s Next Top Model or The Face? Only time will tell!!

—William S. Gooch

Fashion News Alert: Pharrell Scores Again, Nicole Kidman Steps Out with Jimmy Choo, and Zoe Saldana and L’Oreal Paris

March 31, 2014 by 1 Comment
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Image courtesy of fashionmag.com

More Pharrell Williams fashion news? Yeah, more Pharrell Williams’ fashion news, and the fashion partnerships seem to keep coming.

Pharrell Williams has now partnered with Adidas in a long-term partnership in an eco-friendly line that will debut in the summer of 2014. According to fashionmag.com, Original X will “collaborate with Williams’ Bionic Yarn coming from The Vortex Project; an initiative with Parley for the Oceans to turn plastic debris from the oceans into yarn and fabric. Bionic Yarn will be used in some of Pharrell’s upcoming adidas Originals products.”

“Working with an iconic brand like Adidas is such an incredible opportunity. From the classic tracksuit, to growing up in Virginia wearing Stan Smiths, Adidas has been a staple in my life. Their pieces are timeless. This is an exciting partnership for both me and for Bionic Yarn,” said Pharrell Williams.

Image courtesy of L'Oreal Paris

Image courtesy of L’Oreal Paris

Zoe Saldana’s New Gig

L’Oreal Paris has a new spokesmodel. In the past, Julianne Moore and Blake Lively have lent their faces and voices to L’Oreal Paris. Well, add Zoe Saldana to the list.

As the international spokesperson, Saldana will appear as the face of the cosmetic brand and in multimedia advertisements.

Image courtesy of Jimmy Choo

Image courtesy of Jimmy Choo

Nicole Kidman and her Jimmy Choos

Nicole Kidman lets no moss grow under her feet. In fact, for pre-fall 2014, Kidman’s feet will be shod in Jimmy Choos.

“Nicole embodies the tougher attitude and rebellious glamour that is key to the Pre-Fall collection’s aesthetic. She’s a true chameleon in how she transforms herself each season creating such strong imagery. She looks effortlessly alluring in the campaign whilst really makes the product shine,” says Creative Director Sandra Choi.

This is Kidman’s fourth season starring in Jimmy Choos’ pre-fall campaign. Willy Vanderperre photographed Jimmy Choos’ pre-fall 2014 campaign.

—William S. Gooch

Fashion News Alert: Anna Wintour Defends Kim, L’Wren Scott’s Debt, the CFDA Names Rihanna, and Kate Upton’s New Gig

March 24, 2014 by 2 Comments
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Kim and Kanye on the cover of Vogue? Yes, it’s true, and the haters have united.

But, Anna Wintour anticipated the social media outrage before the April issue hit newsstandst!! As Twitter blew up with fashionistas expressing disdain over the cover choice, revealed on Friday, Anna was way ahead of the curve with an editor’s note in the April issue.

Ann stated “part of the pleasure of editing Vogue … is being able to feature those who define the culture at any given moment, who stir things up, whose presence in the world shapes the way it looks and influences the way we see it.”

Enough said. As editor-in-chief, it is Anna’s way or the highway!!

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Image courtesy of fashionbombdaily.com

CFDA names Rihanna

2014 is turning out to be a banner fashion year for Rihanna.  According to peoplestylewatch.com, The CFDA has named Rihanna as the 2014 Fashion Icon. This comes on the heels of the pop singer being named the face of Balmain.

The award will be presented to Rihanna at the CFDA Fashion Awards on June 2.  What’s next Rihanna, world domination? Oh, you already have that!!

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Scott’s business was sustainable

Though it has been suggested that L’Wren Scott’s fashion brand was headed toward financial ruin, a spokesman for L’Wren Scott has come forward with statements denying those rumors.

“The figures quoted in the media regarding the financial status of LS Fashion Limited are not only highly misleading and inaccurate but also extremely hurtful and disrespectful to the memory of L’Wren Scott,” said a spokesman for the brand.

“Ms. Scott was considering a re-structure of her global business … Her business overall was only seven years old and although some areas of the business had not yet reached their potential, other parts of her business were proving successful.”

L’Wren Scott was 49 years old at the time of her suicide. Funeral details have not been revealed.

 

Kate Upton in Vogue Germany

Kate Upton in Vogue Germany

Kate Upton’s beauty

Kate Upton has another campaign. Yes, that’s right, another one. It was recently revealed on Instagram that Upton is the new face for Bobbi Brown Cosmetics.

“I’m thrilled to be the face of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. Bobbi is an American success story—she created a global brand from an idea that women can be beautiful being exactly who they are and I love that,” said Upton as reported on thehuffingtonpost.com.

“Not only is she incredibly beautiful—she is healthy, comfortable in her own skin, has such positive energy, and is a woman who creates her own rules,” explained Brown. Kate Upton’s Bobbi Brown campaign will be released in July.

—William S. Gooch

Fashion News Alert: Keira Knightley Embodies Coco Mademoiselle, Pharrell and Comme des Garcons Smell Good, and the CFDA Announces Nominees for CFDA Fashion Awards

March 18, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Pharrell_Williams_07Pop star Pharrell Williams is yet again involved in another collaboration. This time it is with Comme des Garcons. The legendary luxury brand and Pharrell have teamed up together to create a new unisex fragrance, G I R L.

“This is the first time we have created a fragrance for a musician and I can think of no greater talent and no greater gentleman to have done this with,” explained Adrian Joffe of Comme des Garçons. “Pharrell knew exactly what he wanted the perfume to smell like right from the beginning,” he added.

Pharrell’s latest album that bears the same name as the fragrance was released on March 3. G I R L is set to hit stores in September 2014.

Image by Mario Testino

Image by Mario Testino

Keira Knightley’s third go round

Keira Knightley has represented Chanel since 2007. In her third campaign for the perfume Coco Mademoiselle, Knightley embodies Coco Mademoiselle in a short film directed by Joe Wright.

“But again, nobody can quite capture her; so she is kind of there, but she is sort of playing with them …  And then she gets on a speed boat! What more can you ask for,” says Knightley of her character in the short film.  Mario Testino photographed the editorial for Coco Mademoiselle.

 

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And the nominees are

The CFDA has announced the nominees for its coveted CFDA Fashion Awards. “The CFDA Fashion Awards are a fashion institution. It is an evening that not only celebrates all generations of American design talent, but also reinforces our industry’s growing influence across the globe,” said Steven Kolb, CFDA CEO.

Alexander Wang, Joseph Altuzarra and Marc Jacobs have been nominated for Womenswear Designer of the Year. Up for the menswear award are Maxwell Osborne & Dao-Yi Chow for Public School, Marcus Wainwright & David Neville for Rag & Bone and Thom Browne. Alexander Wang, Lazaro Hernandez & Jack McCullough for Proenza Schouler and Mary-Kate Olsen & Ashley Olsen for The Row will all compete for the title of Accessories Designer of the Year.

Shane Gabier & Christopher Peters for Creatures of the Wind, Rosie Assoulin, and Wes Gordon have been nominated for the Swarovski Award for Womenswear. The nominees for the Swarovski Award for Menswear are Tim Coppens, Todd Snyder, and Shayne Oliver for Hood by Air. For the Swarovski Award for Accessory Design, the nominees are Irene Neuwirth, Jennifer Fisher, and Marc Alary.

Tom Ford will receive the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award and  Raf Simmons will receive the International Award for his contribution to the international fashion stage.

—William S. Gooch

Breaking Fashion News Alert: L’Wren Scott Found Dead

March 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment

lwren-scott-profileNew York City police found fashion designer L’Wren Scott dead in her Chelsea apartment at 10:04 this morning. The 47-year old fashion designer’s death was an apparent suicide.

L’Wren Scott’s assistant received a text from Scott around 8:30am requesting her to come to Scott’s Chelsea apartment. When the assistant arrived, Scott’s body was found hanging from a scarf tied to a doorknob. The police arrived around 10:00, and pronounced Scott dead. No foul play is suspected.

L’Wren Scott started her career in fashion as a model, working for Chanel and Thierry Mugler. She launched her first fashion collection in 2006. Michelle Obama, Nicole Kidman, Amy Adams, Sarah Jessica Parker, Angelina Jolie, Madonna, Penelope Cruz, Naomi Campbell, and many other celebrities have worn her designs.

Lwren_Scott_03L’Wren Scott was currently dating rock n’roll icon Mick Jagger. Jagger was on tour in Australia at the time of her death.

—William S. Gooch

 

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