Breaking Fashion News Alert: Students Launch Petition against Galliano

April 26, 2013 by 1 Comment

John_galliano_04Earlier this week it was announced that John Galliano would be teaching a three-day workshop entitled “Show Me Emotion” at New School University’s Parsons School of Design. The announcement has caused outrage by an anonymous group of students at Parsons, causing them to start a petition against Galliano at change.org.  In 2011, Galliano was dismissed from his post at Dior for anti-Semitic remarks.

“This is a person who was fired from Dior for his anti-Semitic remarks, who Natalie Portman refused to work with because of his remarks, so why is Parsons The New School for Design hiring him?” the petition contends.

John_Galliano_fashion_news“[Parsons] plans to hire John Galliano for a 3-day workshop,” the petition continues, “It doesn’t matter if it’s for three months or three days, hiring someone who has made such horrific comments shows that the school values Galliano over their entire Jewish student body. It shows they value him over their students’ respect, peace of mind, and heritage.”

Parsons School of Design continues to stand by its decision of having Galliano teach the three-day workshop. “We believe that over the past two years Galliano has demonstrated a serious intent to make amends for his past actions, and as part of this workshop, Parsons students will have the opportunity to engage in a frank conversation with Mr. Galliano about the challenges and complications of leading a design house in the 21st century,” reports a Parsons’ representative.

Early in the month rumors were dismissed that Galliano would hold a permanent teaching post at the prestigious Central Saint Martins in London.

—Staff

 

Fashion News Alert: Ralph Lauren Settles, Janice’s Bankruptcy and Coach Designer Moves On

April 18, 2013 by 7 Comments

Ralph_Lauren_02Federal authorities reported on Monday that the Ralph Lauren Corp. has agreed to settle for  1.6 million dollars in bribery  case. The U.S. Justice Department and Securities Exchange Commission allege that the Ralph Lauren Corporation (RLC) between 2005 and 2010 paid $700,000 in illicit profit to Argentine import officials.

Though the company promptly reported the violations, fired employees and a third-party agent involved in the scandal, as well as shut down its Argentine stores, the case still had to be presented before federal authorities. “Of course the company did do all the right things when it surfaced to make sure it will not happen anywhere else, ” Thomas Hanusik, attorney for RLC said. “We’ve ceased operations in Argentina.” “The NPA in this matter makes clear that we will confer substantial and tangible benefits on companies that respond appropriately to violations and cooperate fully with the SEC,” said George Canellos, acting director of its enforcement division.

The SEC confirmed that bribes of $593,000 were paid over four years through its customs broker to get RLC good into Argentina avoiding necessary paperwork and without inspection of prohibited goods. An Argentine subsidiary of RLC disguised its illegal operations by funneling money through a customs clearing agency.

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Janice Dickinson’s Financial Woes

The world’s first supermodel Janice Dickinson has declared bankruptcy, with over $1 million in debt. And a small portion that debt is owed to a dermatologist who has performed some of the many cosmetic procedures she has received over the years.

“I am upset and taking every step to pay everyone back and I feel terrible about it,” says 58-year old Dickinson according to Radar Online. Dickinson’s taxes date back 10 years or more and it is reported that she owes over $500,000 in back taxes in New York State, California and the IRS.

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Reed Krakoff says Sayonara

After 16 years, Reed Krakoff, president and executive creative of Coach has decided to call it quits. Quits with Coach, that is. With the departure, Krakoff can now concentrate on his own namesake line.

“His contribution in evolving Coach from a house of American leather goods to a leading international accessories brand is immeasurable,” Coach chairman and chief executive officer Lew Frankfort told WWD. “We have great admiration and respect for Reed’s significant accomplishments.”

Like all things in life, change is inevitable. Look forward to Coach’s new woman’s line that will launch soon and Coach’s new replacement of Krakoff.

—Staff

Fashion News Alert: Galliano Banned Again, Lucky Magazine Gets Lucky, and Rucci’s Name Change

April 15, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Israeli singer Moran Mazor

Israeli singer Moran Mazor

John Galliano’s 2011 anti-Semitic scandal continues to sizzle and pop; well, at least in Israel. Moran Mazor, Israel’s representative at Eurovision 2013 was barred by the Israel Broadcasting Authority (IBA) from wearing Galliano at the annual spring singing competition.Yoav Ginai of the IBA stated “In a period of rampant racism and anti-Semitism in Europe, [he] is denied the right to dress or join as an Israeli representative to Eurovision, even if he has ‘apologized.'”

Mazor’s stylist had reached out to several European designers to dress the Israeli singer for her appearance at the Eurovision competition. Galliano responded positively about creating a garment for Mazor.

Abe Foxman of the Anti-Defamation League took a different stance  than the IBA.  “The Israel Broadcasting Authority must realize that this is a changed man—[Galliano] has consistently shown us that he is taking steps to understand and grow from his mistakes and at this point, to continue to boycott him is not constructive,” Foxman told The Cut.

Eva Chen image courtesy of Getty Images

Eva Chen image courtesy of Getty Images

Anna Wintour to the Rescue

Anna Wintour takes her recent promotion to Conde Nast’s artistic director seriously.  Wintour has taken a hands-on approach to help invigorate Lucky magazine’s flailing circulation and advertising sales numbers.

So what is Anna’s solution? Wintour has brought on social media expert and former Vogue editor Eva Chen to rescue Lucky. According to Lucky, Wintour “brought Eva on to work on several project with her.”

Hmm, time will tell!!

 

Ralph Rucci Embraces Change

Images from Chado Ralph Rucci spring 2013 collection

Images from Chado Ralph Rucci spring 2013 collection

Lately, name changes seem to be the order of the day. From YSL’s name change to Saint Laurent to PPR’s name switch to Kering, revamping a brand may even include a revamp of the brand’s recognizable moniker.

Change is not new to Chado Ralph Rucci. In March of this year, Chado Ralph Rucci launched a home goods collection.  In 2012, the brand hired Jeffrey Aronsson as its CEO. And amid financial woes, Chado Ralph Rucci for the past few seasons has managed to present brilliant collections during New York’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

The newest change to the company is the change of the brand’s name from Chado Ralph Rucci to Ralph Rucci. Originally, launched in 1981 as Ralph Rucci, the brand was renamed in 1994 as Chado Ralph Rucci after the intricate Japanese tea ceremony which relates to the intricate detailing evidenced in the collections. “”The start of a new chapter toward securing Ralph Rucci’s place as the global American luxury brand and business,” Aronsson told WWD.

—Staff

 

 

Fashion News Alert: Pozen Strikes Gold, Formichetti Switches Post, and Pulitzer Transitions

April 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Nicola_Fromichetti_06Fashion tongues wag as rumors swirl around the possible appointment of Nicola Formichetti as creative director of Diesel. Less than a week ago, WWD reported that after two years Nicola Formichetti was leaving his post as creative director of Mugler.  Joel Palix, president of Clarins Fragrance Group, which now owns the famed French design house, stated that Formichetti’s leaving was a “mutual” decision.

Now, that Formichetti does not have a place to rest his head, so to speak, Diesel may be the next big brand reaching out for the sometimes controversial Formichetti’s services.  Formichetti is a known devotee of the Diesel brand and was seen sitting front row at a recent Diesel Black Gold fashion show. Formichetti was also spotted during Paris Fashion Week rubbing shoulders with Diesel founder Renzo Rocco at the Edun fashion party.

Image courtesy of Magnum Ice Cream

Image courtesy of Magnum Ice Cream

Posen’s love of ice cream

Ice cream, ice cream; we all want ice cream. And Zac Posen likes ice cream, too. In fact, Posen like ice cream so much that he is pairing with Magnum Ice Cream to design a one-of-a-kind, 24k gold gown to go along with Magnum Ice Cream’s new golden chocolate-covered ice bar.

“When Magnum first approached me with the project, I fell in love with the ice cream bar,” Posen told ELLE.com. “I have a major sweet tooth! This type of collaboration is fun, and this particular project allowed me to work with a material I’d never had the chance to incorporate into my work.”

The gown will be covered in 10,000 hand-embroidered sequins cut from sheets of 24k gold. The 1.5 million-dollar gown will makes its debut at the Tribeca Film Festival.

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Lily Pulitzer prints

Pulitzer Dies at 81

Socialite and fashion designer Lily Pulitzer died in her home in Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday. Known as the “princess of prints,” Pulitzer’s tropical print dresses were worn by Jackie Onassis and C.Z. Guest.

At the height of their popularity in the 1960s and 70s, Pulitzer’s popular resort wear totaled sales of more than $15 million. The label, revived by a private licensing company two decades ago now has sales of over 100 million dollars, with a modern take on many of Pulitzer’s original prints.

I designed collections around whatever struck my fancy … fruits, vegetables, politics or peacocks,” Ms. Pulitzer told The Associated Press in 2009. “It was a total change of life for me, but it made people happy.”

—Staff

Douglas Hannant Fall 2013 Bridal Collection

Fashion News Alert: Easter Fashion at the White House, Cara Delevingne’s Fatigue, and Marilyn Manson Is Back

April 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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image courtesy of huffingtonpost.com

First Lady Michelle Obama’s predilection for Prabal Gurung continued right up through Easter as she flaunted a light grey floral ensemble by Gurung as the First Family attended services at the St. John’s Episcopal Church. The oversized grey floral print with matching white coat has been seen before on Michelle Obama at the Smithsonian Institute two years ago and when she hosted George W. Bush and Laura Bush at the White House last June.

In her own unique way, Michelle Obama is cutting down on the carbon footprint by repurposing her stylish wardrobe in repeat performances. Daughters Sasha and Malia Obama were not far behind their mom in stylish mixed prints for this Easter Sunday.

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image courtesy of nydailynews.com

Manson and Saint Laurent

Iconic fashion brand Saint Laurent Paris has gone through lots of changes in the past couple years. First, there was the name change from YSL to Saint Laurent Paris. Then, there was the unexpected crowning of Hedi Slimane as creative director. Now, Saint Laurent goes subversive rock n’ roll with new campaign ads featuring Courtney Love, Kim Gordon, Ariel Pink and, get this, Marilyn Manson.

The 44-year old creative director has always had penchant for rock music and for the upcoming Saint Laurent Paris ad campaigns entitled the “Saint Laurent Music Project,” Slimane gets to express this ongoing love affair with 90s rock.

Image courtesy of Interview magazine

Image courtesy of Interview magazine

Model Fatigue

Top Model Cara Delevinge admitted in this month’s Interview magazine that the hectic pace of modeling is getting to her. “Left foot, right foot, left foot, right foot … That’s all that’s on my mind at the moment, just walking — it’s mad. This modeling thing, it’s pretty easy, but actually it’s also really tough. I mean, this has been really tough.”

“I think when I started modeling three years ago, it was just a job, and I was so excited — everything was so new, so crazy. I didn’t overthink anything; I just did it and enjoyed myself along the way. But after a few seasons, you get used to it, and there’s a lot you actually have to think about, and, I don’t know, it just makes you much more aware of what you look like and what other people think. It’s a bit of a nightmare,” she continues.

Hmm, we should be so lucky. Also, look for her sexy, revealing editorial in this month’s Interview magazine.

—Staff

Fashion News Alert: Beyoncé Unveils, Gwyneth Updates, and a Sweet Pairing

March 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Image courtesy of huffingtonpost.com

Well, rumors that circulated throughout the fashion industry in January that megastar Beyoncé had formed collaboration with H&M have turned out to be true. Today, Beyoncé unveiled her summer 2013 campaign ads for the Swedish retail giant.

The summer campaign features Beyoncé lounging in the Bahamas in printed shorts, a silky blouse, high-heels and bangles. And, it appears that Beyoncé may have even designed some of the garments worn in the campaign.

“I’ve always liked H&M’s focus on fun and affordable fashion. I really loved the concept we collaborated on to explore the different emotions of women represented by the four elements—fire, water, earth and wind. It was a beautiful shoot on a tropical island,” detailed Beyoncé in The Huffington Post. “It felt more like making a video than a commercial.”

The megastar joins the list of new faces for H&M which includes David Beckham, Vanessa Paradis, and Lana Del Rey. The collection will be available in H&M stores in May.

The question now is how is the House of Dereon doing?

Image courtesy of netaporter.com

Image courtesy of netaporter.com

Paltrow’s Pricey Spring Wardrode Update

Do you have $500,000 dollars to spare? If you do, then Gwyneth Paltrow’s spring wardrobe update at $458, 003 for Net-a-Porter will fit the bill, literally!!

Though the price tag for this wardrobe revamp is pricey, you cannot deny that Paltrow’s has her pulse on what is chic and fabulous for spring. Paltrow’s list includes an $800 studded I-Pad case, Alexander Wang leather shorts for $850, a Lanvin jersey tee for $675, and a Valentino Rockstud python trapeze bag for $5,495.

Paltrow has provided a spring wardrobe on Net-a-Porter’s website in the past and this season the site will feature Paltrow wearing some of the looks from her spring wardrobe update.  Hmm, must be nice to have deep pockets!!

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LeSportsac and Dylan’s, a Sweet Pairing

Move over eye candy and make room for arm candy. LeSportsac and Dylan’s Candy Bar announce a collaborative collection of candy-inspired handbags for fall 2013.

We are thrilled to partner with LeSportsac to bring the idea of an eye-catching yet functional collection to life,” said Dylan Lauren, founder and CEO of Dylan’s Candy Bar. “To us, these bags celebrate candy and fashion, as well as the spirit of creativity. We are confident our guests will love them as much as we do!”

The Dylan’s Candy Barfor LeSports collection will be introduced in two sets, the first in August 2013 and the second in November 2013. Featuring classic LeSportsac styles curated by Dylan Lauren, the fall collection consists of 14 lifestyle bags ranging from weekenders and totes to handbags and cosmetic cases, covered in three exclusive candy print.

The collection will be available in all LeSportsac free-standing stores worldwide, select Dylan’s Candy Bar locations, as well as, dylanscandybar.com. The collection ranges from $18 to $188.

Dylan Lauren is the daughter of fashion mogul, Ralph Lauren.

—Staff

 

Fashion News Alert: McQueen Cancels, Kane Grows, and Target’s New Guest Designer

January 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Photo courtesy of time.com

Alexander McQueen designer, Sarah Burton, has decided to cancel the fall 2013 runway show this February. Burton is expecting twins this February.

Burton is not the only designer to pull out of next month’s fashion week events. Other designers that have opted out of this season’s runway shows are Peter Som, Chris Benz, and Katie Holmes.

The collection will still be shown to a select group of 100 editors on March 5th after the fall 2013 season shows have ended.

Kane Grows 

Scottish designer Christopher Kane has been all about expanding his label. PPR, the luxury corporation that owns Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney and Balenciaga owns a 51% stakes in Kane’sLondon-based label.

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Photo courtesy of shefinds.com

“Christopher Kane is already established as a luxury label and has a tremendous intrinsic growth potential,” states PPR CEO Francios-Henri Pinault. “We thus have great ambitions for the brand and will enable it to benefit from our expertise and know-how, while providing the space for it to further develop its own creative identity.”

It has been reported that the designer is planning to open his first official store along with launching a ready-to-wear line.

Target’s New Guest Designer

While Prabal Gurung has yet to hit the Target shelves (February 10), they have already announced the next guest designer—Kate Young.

With clients like Natalie Portman and Michelle Williams, this celebrity designer/stylist has designed slightly less formal dresses for the retail brand.

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Photo courtesy of eonline.com

 

“Kate is a nontraditional partner for us. This is the first time we’ve worked with a stylist,” a Target representative told WWD.

The designer’s exclusive collection for Target will range in prices from $14.99 to $89.99. It is scheduled to arrive at Target stores and Target.com on April 14.

—Cory Orlando

Fashion News Alert: Milly Joins Banana, Rachel Zoe Dazzles, and Marc Jacobs New Makeup

January 14, 2013 by 1 Comment
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Photo courtesy of northparkcenter.com

Banana Republic is collaborating with Milly designer Michele Smith to create a 60-item collection.

“I don’t think Michelle thought her style could be translated into men’s wear. I was excited by the challenge and she was open to the idea. We’re turning the Milly brand into something interesting for our guys,” says Simon Kneen, Banana Republic’s creative director.

The collection will incorporate new prints and some updated prints. Price points range from $45 to $175 for women’s apparel, $24.50 to $65.50 for menswear, and $39.50 to $130 for jewelry and accessories. The collaboration will be launched in May at select Banana Republics and online.

Rachel Zoe Dazzles 

Rachel Zoe has joined the online footwear brand, ShoeDazzle, as chief stylist.

“I don’t think there is anybody else in the world who understands trend as well as Rachel. I think we are bringing in the very best, and I think that elevates the style aspect of ShoeDazzle,” says Brian Lee, co-founder of ShoeDazzle.

Photo courtesy of ShoeDazzle.com

Photo courtesy of ShoeDazzle.com

ShoeDazzle surveyed over 50,000 customers, and the stylist who ranked highest with customers as a style advisor was Zoe.

We look forward to seeing some of Rachel Zoe’s style and expertise at ShoeDazzle along with her premiere of season five of “The Rachel Zoe Project” set to show in the spring.

Photo courtesy fashionbased.com

Photo courtesy fashionbased.com

Marc Jacobs New Makeup 

Although Fashion Reverie first learned of the project last April, Marc Jacobs’s new line of cosmetics under Sephora is set to hit shelves this fall.

“I always wonder, ‘Is there really going to be something else [other than fashion] that we’re going to do that I’m going to sit through and enjoy? I get jaded, then I get excited all over again,” says Jacobs on the new line.

Jacobs already had a hand in the beauty jar,  featuring several fragrances , such as the popular Lola , Daisy and others.

There is no word on what the collection will include , but we are sure it will be amazing.

—Cory Orlando

Fashion News Alert: Nail Art Changes, Inauguration Dress Collection, Gap Revamps, and T’s New Staff

January 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Photo courtesy of China Glaze

Polish options seem to get more and more advanced as beauty takes on the 21st century. The latest nail phenomenon is created by China Glaze and features color-changing polish.

Titled the Tranzitions collection, six different color-changing shades  that deepen and change shades after applying a clear top coat to the polish. This innovative design gives an endless amount of possibilities using fading and blending.

The 12 different shades featured include: Split Person-NAIL-ity Dusty pink shifts to fuchsia, Duplicity Mint green shifts to vibrant teal, Modify Me Periwinkle blue shifts to indigo blue, Altered Reality Teal blue shifts to turquoise, Metallic Metamorphosis Silvery grey shifts to bluish-charcoal grey and Shape Shifter Smokey violet shifts to dark purple.

Inauguration  Dress Collection 

Following the fashion of the political season, White House | Black Market has created an exclusive line of glamorous gowns inspired by the Presidential inauguration.

Photo courtesy of White House | Black Market

Photo courtesy of White House | Black Market

All designed with the fashion-forward First Lady in mind, the limited-edition collection features nine looks.

Retail for many of the designs range from $250 to $300 and are sold exclusively online along with other four White House | Black Market boutiques including The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, Tyson’s Corner, Wisconsin Place, and Westfield Montgomery.

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Image courtesy of fashionetc.com

Gap Inc.  Revamps Image

With the acquisition of the Intermix specialty chain, Gap Inc. is well on its way to rebrand its image as a retail conglomerate that also includes luxury clothes. As word leaked out a few weeks ago about the acquisition, fashion insiders pondered how the seemingly disparate companies could be congenial brand-mates.

With the acquisition of Intermix for a reported $130 million in cash, brand compatibility does not seem to be a concern for the retail giant. As reported WWD, senior team of co-founder and CEO Khajak Keledjian and president Adrienne Lazarus will stay on to run the business from New York.

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

Photo courtesy of Getty Images

T’s New Staff 

Someone’s loss is someone else’s gain. In November, Kate Lanphear left her position at Elle as style director after five years. Where she would end up next was still undecided.

Fashion journalist, Jim Shi, had tweeted that, “Kate Lanphear has joined T: The New York Times Style Magazine as style director. She’ll be at the upcoming women’s shows with Team T.”

Later that day T magazine retweeted Jim Shi’s tweet, confirming the rumors and speculation about where Lanphear has decided to continue her expertise in street style.

—Cory Orlando

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