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Versace to Return to Couture Catwalk
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News
Versace is returning to the couture catwalk.
The Italian fashion house will stage two shows at Paris' Ritz Hotel in July and the venue choice has always held a special place in Donatella Versace's heart. The hotel was the site of her brother Gianni's last runway show in 1997 before his death, as well as many other Atelier Versace shows until the line was suspended in 2004. The hotel will close on July 31 for extensive renovation following the show on July 1, and Donatella is pleased she can show there before it shuts.
"It is with tremendous emotion that I return to the Ritz where I shared so many special moments with my brother. The closing of the Ritz Paris for two years represents the end of an era but also the beginning of a new one, so to be able to show Atelier Versace there one last time will be a memorable milestone," she told WWD.
The label returned to the schedule last season to show its Spring/Summer 2012 collection via a presentation.
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Miranda Kerr tries to have "fun" when she is on the runway.
The Australian beauty - best known as a model for underwear brand Victoria's Secret - admits she does get nervous when she has to parade her body in front of people, but makes an effort to enjoy herself.
"For me personally I try not to think about it too much and just try to have fun with it and have a good time. I love runway, especially Victoria's Secret runways, they're really fun, we get to express our personality and have fun up there on stage. I also like studio shoots too, they're really fun. It's like working with family."
Miranda, who is married to British hunk Orlando Bloom, particularly loves the brand's new "sexy collection" and their multi-way bra: "The new very sexy collection is great for summer. It's so versatile. There's beautiful colors. My favorite piece in the collection is the very sexy multi-way bra. You can wear it cross back, halter back, low-back. It's just a really good bra to have in your wardrobe."
SNL’s Stefon to Appear at the CFDA Awards?
Posted by Robin Paulson Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News
Calling all organizers of the CFDA Fashion Awards! Saturday Night Live's Bill Hader has given the greenlight to attend the ceremony as his Ed Hardy-loving Weekend Update City Correspondent character, Stefon.
When asked about whether or not he would be up for bringing Stefon to a real-life event like the CFDA Awards, he said yes! "I would like that. That would be fun. We did something for an autism benefit at the Plaza Hotel, so we've done it outside the show before, and it was a lot of fun. So yeah, I would totally do that [if asked]."
Considering that SNL's head writer and cast member Seth Meyers is hosting this year's CFDA event, the idea may not be as far-fetched as one would think...
The CFDA Fashion Awards will take place on Monday, June 4th at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall.
Alessandra Ambrosio Plans Quick Work Return
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Shows, Health & Beauty, Models, News
Alessandra Ambrosio plans to return to work quickly after giving birth.
The Victoria's Secret model announced in December she and fiance Jamie Mazur are expecting their second child together and the 30-year-old beauty has pledged to return to her duties for the lingerie firm by July.
"I already have jobs planned for afterwards so hopefully will be back in shape! I told my booker and my manager, 'I know I have a job to do, so just book the jobs and hopefully it'll be fine.' I only have a few more jobs to do before I have the baby - all editorial, no more catwalk now - and then I hope to be back in London for the opening of the Victoria's Secret store in July. I should definitely be back for the next Victoria's Secret show - I have quite a while until then."
Alessandra - who already has three-year-old daughter Anja with Jamie - insists her pregnancy hasn't affected her work because she is feeling so good: "It's the same thing, the belly button sticks out a bit more, but it's the same job! I feel the same."
Sarah Burton Gets Rave Reviews at PFW
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News
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Sarah Burton's fantasy inspired collection for Alexander McQueen drew rave reviews at Paris Fashion Week last Wednesday.
The Futumn/Winter 2012 collection was said to have been inspired by "the rippling underbellies of mushrooms" and the stunning collection of layered gowns and coats featured a colour palette of pinks, greyish purple, soft reds, silvery grey and black.
"It was exhilarating... With talent like Sarah's you just sit back and relish the sense of fantasy. No one else has it," said Hal Rubenstein, InStyle magazine fashion director.
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Nicole Farhi: Celebrities Get Paid to be on Catwalk Front Rows
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Celebrities, Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, Rumors
Nicole Farhi claims celebrities are being paid tens of thousands of dollars to appear on the front row at catwalk runway shows. The designer has called the alleged system "unprofessional" and "stupid" because it results in more interest being paid to the stars attending such events rather than the clothes on display.
"It is so unprofessional. I have never paid a celebrity and I will never do it. It's stupid. What do they show you in the papers after a fashion show? Not the clothes, but the celebrities who are being paid to sit at the show."
Following her comments, the 65-year-old French-born designer is expecting to be snubbed by fellow designers, but she doesn't "give a s**t" because she feels so strongly about the issue: "They will all hate me for it. I don't give a s**t because I think it is abominable."
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Victoria Beckham Overwhelmed at Dress Success
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows
Victoria Beckham has been overwhelmed by the response to her new range of dresses.
The singer-turned-designer showcased her second collection for her Victoria, Victoria Beckham, line yesterday at New York Fashion Week and admits she is stunned at how popular the items have become.
The response has been quite breathtaking. I want to give my customer and the retailer what they want. It's still girly, it's still fun and it's still fresh and you can see the personality," said Victoria, who also has her high-end collection of dresses.
Last season's debut collection of the more affordable line has been seen on the likes of Julianne Moore and Michelle Williams and sold strongly at Harvey Nichols, Harrods and Net-a-Porter.
Her second offering featured clean lines, shifts shapes, pointed collars, cuffed sleeves and fun prints. "It's what I like to wear, it's the other side to my wardrobe," she said.
Tommy Hilfiger Didn’t Help Daughter
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows
Tommy Hilfiger's daughter didn't need his help with her fashion line.
The legendary designer is thrilled with his offspring Ally's new line NAHM - which she worked on with design partner Nary Manivong - and says it looked better than it had in previews when the collection was presented at New York Fashion Week this week.
"I love it. I saw some of the samples, but now seeing them on the models, they look great. [Did I help?]I put my three cents in and they give me a couple of pennies back. They know exactly what they're doing. They have a very specific point of view," Hilfiger said.
Ally said the collection was inspired by vintage prints and "strong, powerful women." She told People, "We're growing our customer up a bit, but she's also this very effortless, intellectual woman."
The designer sourced some of the floral and Egyptian-influenced fabrics from her own vintage collection: "They're recolored and resized."
Henry Holland Wins BFC Fashion Forward Sponsorship
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Fashion Designers, Fashion Shows, News
Henry Holland is "delighted" to have been awarded sponsorship through the British Fashion Council's Fashion Forward scheme.
The 28-year-old designer - who was joined by fellow womenswear creators Louise Gray and Mary Katrantzou and menswear designer James Long in receiving the prestigious accolade - will receive a cash prize to assist him in showcasing collections for the next two consecutive seasons at London Fashion Week.
"I'm delighted to be receiving Fashion Forward sponsorship. It is a huge accolade for the brand and I am excited about what the future holds."
Established six years ago to provide funding to emerging British design talent, the BFC's Fashion Forward sponsorship has previously been awarded to the likes of Christopher Kane, Giles Deacon, Jonathan Saunders and Erdem.
Dates for London and New York Fashion Weeks have changed in order to avoid a schedule conflict. NYFW will now take place from September 6 until September 13 this year while London will immediately follow from September 14 to September 18.
Moving LFW one week earlier than normal will help to avoid a clash with Milan Fashion Week which kicks off on September 19. "Both committees remain committed to finding a long term solution that would see a confirmed Fashion Season where brands and designer businesses in all four fashion capitals (New York, London, Milan and Paris), can plan for the long term and when exceptional circumstances arise there is dialogue and empathy to find a solution that works for all," said a statement from the British Fashion Council.
Steven Kolb of the Council of Fashion Designers of America added, "We've been back and forth on this. People are anxious and need to know the dates. There's no value for the cities to compete. In the spirit of working together, London and New York are in agreement that we will go in the earlier period, but with the hope that the four cities will come out of this confusion and work together to plan future show weeks. We need to begin to look at the fashion season not as individual fashion weeks, but very much as a global business."
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