Fashion News Alert: The CW Renews ANTM, Julianne Moore Represents, and Gabby Glams it Up

November 2, 2012 by 1 Comment

America’s Next Top Model (ANTM) has been renewed for another season, its 20th cycle. According to the CW, ANTM will air its 20th cycle in the summer of 2013. Since 2003, ANTM has been the premier model reality television program with franchises in over 47 countries, and features spring and fall seasons.

Previously renewed through its current cycle 19 college edition, the CW announced that cycle 20 will for the first time include male model contestants. With cycle 19, ANTM revamped its format to include a social media aspect and a new panel of judges with a new time slot of Fridays at 8pm, EST. America’s Next Top Model is produced by 10 by 10 Entertainment in association with The Tyra Banks Co. Ken Mok, Tyra Banks and Laura Fuest Silva executive produce the series, created and hosted by Banks, and developed by Mok and Kenya Barris.

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Julianne Moore, the New Face of L’Oreal Paris

Julianne Moore has named global brand ambassador and new face of L’Oreal Paris, according to WWD. Julianne Moore joins former celebrity spokes models Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, and Lea Michele that have been the face of the brand over the years. Moore will be promoting the Cellular Renaissance anti-aging skincare line, which launches in Europe in January, as well as promoting L’Oreal hair products in the US and internationally.

“I’m an actual user of the brand and it’s hard not to be,” Moore tells WWD. “Every modern woman shops everywhere for beauty, but for me it’s mostly the airport or the drugstore. It’s nice to be promoting something that is accessible to everyone.”

 

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Gabby’s Glam Cover

 Gold medal Olympian Gabby Douglas scores another win with her Essence magazine holiday cover. Douglas graces the Essence December cover in a Notte by Marchesa black and gold cocktail dress complete with Olympic all-around gold medal.

The Essence cover is just another gold feather in Douglas’s cap. Douglas also made the Glamour 2012 Women of the Year list, as well as a beauty campaign with OPI Products, Inc.

—Cory Orlando

Fashion News Alert: Kardashian Kolor, Michael Kors Watches and MAC’s Holiday Collaboration

October 22, 2012 by 2 Comments

Looks like keeping up with the Kardashian Kolor nail polish collection won’t be as hard as you think. Launching its second installment of the limited edition Nicole by OPI holiday collection featuring the Kardashians, this nail polish giant is all about the glitter and simmer this holiday season.

“The six captivating Kardashian Kolor Holiday shades offer the prefect way to add lots of color to this joyous time of year. Wear vibrant red, purple and teal for a jewel-toned looking, or glittery gold, silber and lbue glitter for a classic holiday sparkle – both important trends for the season,” states Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Nicole by OPI Executive VP and Artistic Director.

The exclusive holiday polishes will be available in November for $7.99 in select retailers.

Michael Kors Paris Watch

Michael Kors latest watch which is inspired by the city of Paris is sure to make time stop. The American designer launched his Paris limited edition Runway watch as his second timepiece in a destination-inspired watches.

“Paris has always had — and will always have – a special place in my heart. I have nothing but fond memories of working there over a decade ago, and last year we opened one of our biggest Michael Kors flagships on Rue Saint Honré,” says Kors.

With a rose gold tone, 2.5 mm diamond, and a graphic of the Eiffel Tower-dominated Parisian skyline, the Paris limited edition Runway watch is currently available for $650 at select retailers and at MichaelKors.com.

MAC’s Holiday Collaboration

Adding another fashion-forward female to their collaborations list, MAC has decided to team up with Liz Goldwyn for the brand’s first ever range of bags.

The fashion editor turned stylist turned to her own lingerie collection for inspiration and color palette choices. The three piece line features a brush bag, party clutch, and hanging bag all stuffed with MAC cosmetics.

The collection prices range from $39.50 to $49.50 and will be available in stores from October 25 to December 20.

—Cory Orlando

Fashion News Alert: Rag & Bone Fits, Sephora Unveils, and Harper’s Bazaar New Hire

October 15, 2012 by 2 Comments

Still looking for that perfect pair of jeans? Thanks to the new recently launched JEAN fit room online by Rag & Bone, you can make more precise decisions around the fit of your jeans.

Whether you are looking for skinny or straight leg jeans,  for over a decade Rag & Bone has offered denim perfection. The new online Fit Room features 360 pictures of women wearing different styles of Rag & Bone jeans to show how they actually fit.

“We thought the Fit Room would be a cool way to help customers determine which of our core styles work best for them,” states David Neville, who started to brand in 2002 with Marcus Wainwright.

The room shows off nine different fits including Capri, Zipper Capri, Legging, Skinny, High-Rise Skinny, Pencil leg, Cigarette, Boot and Bell.

Sephora’s Cinderella Line

Sephora has recently unveiled their Cinderella cosmetics collection for fall/winter. Sephora has decided to do a set of several limited edition collections featuring different Disney princesses, starting with Cinderella.

This full line of beauty products gives a sophisticated twist to the classic princess tale. The collection includes compact mirrors, a 20-color eye shadow palette, nail polish, lipstick, and even a fragrance entitled, “This Is Love…”

Prices range from $20 to $58 and are available now online or in-store.

Harper’s Bazaar New Hire

Harper’s Bazaar has announced Carine Roitfeld as the new global fashion director of the magazine. The former Vogue Paris editor-in chief will collaborate with US creative director, Stephen Gan, on cover shoots and spreads for all 25 international editions.

“I am thrilled to be contributing to Bazaar, a brand with a rich history of creativity. Working with Stephen and a roster of talented photographers will be a wonderful collaborations and one that will give these stories a truly global audience,” states Roitfeld in a press statement.

The March 2013 issue will mark Roitfeld’s debut in collaboration with the international fashion magazine.

—Cory Orlando

Fashion Reverie Announcements

October 11, 2012 by 11 Comments

Fashion Reverie is proud to announce promotions and some new additions to our staff. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was overwhelming success for us and with that success an increased media presence. On the heels of our success, Fashion Reverie is announcing the following promotions and additions to our staff.

Jeanine Jeo Hi-Kim has been promoted from lifestyle and culture editor to editor-at-large. Karyn Collins has been promoted from contributing fashion editor to lifestyle and culture editor.

Fashion Reverie is proud to announce Chandia Brennen as our Los Angeles‒based contributing fashion editor. And lastly, Fashion Reverie has added a sales and marketing team which includes William Franklin, Erika Golcher, and Joe Quezada.

—Staff

Fashion News Alert: Candie’s Beauty, Swarovski’s ‘Skyfall’, and DKNY Teams Up

October 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The brand Candies has decided to expand into the world of beauty. In its first beauty launch, Candies’ collection will include a variety of items from nail polishes and lip gloss to soaps, and more.

The collection draws inspiration from sweet floral perfumes and candy-like shades for its color palette. The budget friendly collection price points range from $8 to $35. Sounds like a sweet deal to me.

The entire collection is available now at Kohl’s, both in stores and online.

Swarovski and Stephen Webster Collection

Diamonds are forever, but Swarovski is making crystals with a license to kill. Jeweler Stephen Webster has designed a Skyfall collection that draws inspiration from the upcoming James Bond movie with the same name.

The collection celebrates 007’s latest film by incorporating pieces like the Black Bamboo necklace and earrings, the Queen Cobra Double Rings, and the Love Knot ring, which the new bond girl, Berenice Marlohe, wears in the new Bond movie.

Coming in October with prices between $50 and $310, even Dr. No would say YES!

DKNY and Refinery29

Refinery 29 is teaming up with DKNY to launch a bag line inspired by readers and editors of local fashion markets. The collection will include seven handbags, which will be named after Refiney 29’s presence in various American cities.

“We thought about each market and how we see it responding. We are a trend destination, but he bags aren’t overly trendy. They are still classic,” said Piera Gelardi, Refinery29’s creative director.

The collaboration will retail from $195 to $395, available at Refinery29.com, DKNY stores and DKNY.com in March.

—Cory Orlando

Fashion News Alert: Pamela Love Teams Up, Nicole Miller Expands, and Anna Dello Russo for H&M

October 1, 2012 by 1 Comment

 

Nine West has partnered with jewelry designer Pamela Love for a fall 2012 shoe collaboration.

Debuting in October, the limited edition Pamela Love for Nine West line will showcase an exclusive bootie design. Incorporating distressed leathers and rustics metal work,the boho-chic inspired collection features Love’s earthy and spiritually based aesthetic.

“I am extremely proud of the collection Nine West and I have created. It’s always exciting to push my own limits creatively to produce pieces that marry my passion for jewelry and footwear that are cool, free spirited and effortlessly chic,” states Love.

The new bootie line will retail for $299 and be sold in Nine West stores and online.

Nicole Miller’s Outerwear Line

Wanting ladies to look their best in the cooler months, designer Nicole Miller has entered a three-year contract with the Amerex Group for outerwear.

“With her style sensibility and Amerex Group’s manufacturing capabilities, the partnership will produce fashion-forward, attainable products for women worldwide,” stated a representative from Amerex.

The lines will include jackets and coats, which are set to hit department and specialty stores for the fall 2013 season.

Anna Dello Russo’s H&M Launch

During Paris fashion week, Anna Dello Russo threw an exclusive event to celebrate the launch of her new accessory line for H&M.

The event was at the famed cabaret nightclub, Paradis Latin. Dello Russo’s glamorous event, with live music performances and a cabaret show, demonstrated how Dello Russo will  inject her own brand on fun into her accessory  collabortion with H&M .

Photo courtesy of H&M

“The Paradis Ball was the perfect way to launch a collection that is all about fantasy and decoration. It was eye-catching, with an optimistic injection of energy that I found particularly inspiring,” says Margareta van den Bosch, creative advisor at H&M.

The exclusive line will be available in 140 stores worldwide and online on October 4.

– Cory Orlando

 

 

Fashion News Alert: Derek Lam Collaborates, Fergie’s Cosmetics, and Sonia Rykiel’s New Director

September 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment

 

Derek Lam is set to launch a second limited-edition collection for department store, Kohl’s. The spring 2013 collection was inspired by Lam’s recent trip to Rio de Janeiro.

“This DesigNation collection with Kohl’s serves as an ally to modern women, embracing the spirit of Rio and providing beautiful, inspired clothing at an affordable price,” states Lam in a press statement.

The collection will range from apparel to swimwear, which includes dresses, outerwear, shirts, tanks, skirts, capris, and pants. The prices will start at just $36 with a $98 capping point.

Lam’s latest collaboration will be available from April to May 2013.

Fergie Launches Makeup Line

Fergie has partnered with cosmetic brand Wet ‘n’ Wild to launch a cosmetic line. The 21-piece Fergie by Wet ‘n’ Wild collection will debut after Fergie’s just-released nail polish and feature makeup items priced from $3.49 to $5.99.

“It was important to me that my line is affordable to my fans but I[also] wanted to give it a luxury spin. It’s that extra little limited-edition feel of fashion,” states Fergie about the low price point.

Drawing inspiration from her fans and their cultural backgrounds many of the items have their own flair of fun. The makeup collection is set to launch in February.

Sonia Rykiel’s New Director

Sonia Rykiel has announced Geraldo da Conceicao as the new artistic director for the brand. The decision was made just after Rykiel pulled out of Paris Fashion Week.

Since the announcement of Rykiel’s diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease, the brand has been looking for a new artistic director.

Sonia Rykiel fall/winter 2012

Da Conceicao is currently the womenswear design director at Louis Vuitton. He has also previously worked under Tom Ford, Alber Elbaz, Yves Saint Laurent, and Stefano Pilati.

Da Conceicao has been tasked to relaunch the women’s-ready-to wear and accessories collection for fall/winter 2013.

–Cory Orlando

 

Fashion Reverie Covers Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

September 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Fashion Reverie will be front and center during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week bringing full coverage of the spring/summer 2013 collections of Chado Ralph Rucci, Douglas Hannant, Duckie Browne, Arise Magazine, Carlos Miele, Nicholas K, Monique Lhuillier, Carmen Marc Valvo, Prabal Gururng, Nanette Lepore, Custo Barcelona, Stephen Burrows, Joseph Abboud, Nicole Miller, Falguni and Shane Peacock, Venexiana, Angelo Galasso, Viktor Luna, LaQuan Smith, Zang Toi, Nina Skarra, Norrisol Ferrari, Libertine, Kara Laricks, Robert Graham, and a host of others.

From the front lines of fashion to the front row, Fashion Reverie keeps its readers informed of all things fashion. Look for backstage photos and interviews, as well in-depth coverage.

—Staff

Fashion News Alert: Jason Wu Expands, Chanel’s FNO Polish, Lauder Launches Footwear

September 4, 2012 by 1 Comment

Jason Wu Fall 2012 collection

With an up-and-coming launch of his Miss Wu lingerie line at Nordstrom, Jason Wu is yet again expanding into another apparel niche.

Collaborating with La Perla, Wu will be designing an exclusive line of intimates for women. He will be debuting his new La Perla pieces during his upcoming spring 2013 runway show.

“They understood my vision for the spring collection and went above and beyond my expectations in creating the most luxurious accent pieces to go with my designs,” Wu told style.com

Chanel Nails Fashion Night Out

Chanel will be launching another exclusive set of nail polishes for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week’s Fashion Night Out.

The iconic brand dubbed the line Le Vernis for Vogue’s Fashion Night Out with three new colors Délicatesse, Provocation and Infidéle. They have corresponding Rogue Allure lipsticks shades also named La Délicate, La Provocante and L’Infidéle.

The twin set of polishes and lipsticks will be available for purchase following their September 6 debut.

Aerin Lauder Launches Footwear

Aerin Lauder, granddaughter of  Estée Lauder, will be launching her first footwear collection for Spring 2013.

Lauder started her own lifestyle company, Aerin, last year and plans on creating a brand around it. Her show line will include 15 pairs of flats, wedges, and sandals.

“This is very feminine, and there is something very easy about it. It’s very much about the woman who is juggling many different things. There are not as many of those high, high, high unwearable shoes,” Lauder tells Women’s Wear Daily.

The show line will retail from $179 to $400 and be featured in Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Ave, and Neiman Marcus. You can also grab a pair at Lauder’s own online e-commerce site, which will launch this November.

– Cory Orlando

Fashion Reverie Welcomes Coco Mitchell

September 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment


Fashion Reverie is pleased to announce as an addition to our staff supermodel Coco Mitchell as creative consultant. Everyone knows the stories of Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington, Janice Dickinson, and Pat Cleveland, but among the constellation of supermodels, Coco Mitchell shines just as bright. Discovered on the streets of New York City by the legendary Eileen Ford, Coco Mitchell has graced the pages of Mademoiselle, Glamour, Essence, Italian and French Vogue, as well as countless other fashion publications. And the list of designers and brands she has worked with is long and extensive. From Armani, Chado Ralph Rucci, Bill Blass, Chanel, Givenchy, Gian Franco Ferre, Thierry Mugler, Calvin Klein to Patrick Kelly, Sonia Rykiel, Issey Miyake, Badley Mischa, and Donna Karan, Coco Mitchell is among that select group of models who season after season continues to inspire, evoke mood and fashion-forward glamour.

Coco Mitchell is now taking her wealth of knowledge and experience and funneling that wisdom into consulting, coaching, and educating young industry professionals. By educating and motivating people of all ages, Coco Mitchell is giving back and enriching an industry which has given her so much. Coco Mitchell is currently signed with Major Model Management.

In addition to Coco Mitchell, Fashion Reverie has added Dana E. Givens as a Contributing Fashion Writer.

—Staff

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