Inspired by the surreal photographs of Man Ray, the lush colours and sumptuous draperies of the paintings of Tamara de Lempicka, and reminscent of Hollywood's Golden Age, the newest LV ad campaign images have a softer, more intimate quality than the previous one, also starring her Madgesty. "After the fun we had with the Spring/Summer campaign, and the amazing reaction to it, all of us – Madonna, Steven and myself – were eager to get back together for Fall/Winter," comments Vuitton's Creative Director, Marc Jacobs, about the new campaign which breaks in magazines worldwide in August 2009. "While the two campaigns look very different, there is also a unity about them, so it now feels like we have completed both parts of the story." In the seven visuals, Madonna models key pieces from Marc Jacobs' Fall/Winter ready-to-wear collection for Louis Vuitton - ruffled silks, extravagant accessories and sequinned Monogram bags, as well as the sweetly ironic bunny ears that were such a hit on the catwalk.
- Lesley Scott
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Designers appear to have reached into their desk drawers for inspiration this spring, pulling out the New Wave accessory du jour: staples, pins, and zippers utilized in a variety of different ways: exposed, in contrast-color, haphazardly applied as trim, or twisted into 3D shapes. Interestingly, the largest zipper manufacturer in the world, YKK, was one of the official sponsors of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in NYC (even the lanyard for the press badge was a zipper). From the staples on Victor & Rolf's beautifully cut wool jackets to Sex Pistols-style safety pins and cheeky punk jewelry by Tom Binns - thanks to this hot 2009 trend, low is the new high, and the functional...fabulous.
The hardware-heavy, craftsy felt-flower cuff by Marc Jacobs inspired us to staple, zip, and pin our own...here's how:
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Since its inception in 1993, fashion retailer INTERMIX has been known for their signature mix of established and emerging designers - including Stella McCartney, Elizabeth and James, Herve Leger, Balmain, J Brand, ALC by Andrea Lieberman, Chloe, Yigal Azrouel - all displayed in unexpected combinations designed to encourage innovative dressing and evolved personal style. Their own brand image is similarly evolving, as reflected in the company's first ever ad campaign. “We wanted it to be a perfect marriage between art and fashion, uptown with downtown. The concept was really based on having classic and elegant black and white photography with a touch of watercolor graffiti to bring the edge in..." explains Khajak Keledjian, CEO of Intermix, about celebrating their 15th anniversary with a series of playful and evocative images involving the creative talents of progressive Brooklyn artist Matt Sohl, photographer Butch Hogan, and multi disciplinary creative agency ORPHAN. “Using a young, creative design firm to conceptualize the campaign keeps the INTERMIX tradition alive of nurturing young talent just like we do with our designers. This is a great time to work with ambitious and talented people who understand how quickly the world is changing.”
- Lesley Scott
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As a way to promote the recycling of second-hand clothing into something new and eco-chic, Oxfam recently launched Oxfam DIY - a new online fashion resource designed to encourage remaking what's old into something up-to-date and fabulous. To celebrate, star British stylist Mrs Jones (aka Fee Doran who has styled The Killers and put Kylie into that white-hooded catsuit for "Can't Get You Out of My Head") styled a photoshoot made up of looks created entirely using garments from Oxfam's recycling facility, Wastesaver.
And now they've teamed up again on a unique fashion design competition. Create a customized garment from old clothing or recycled materials, and upload a pic of you or a friend in it to the Flickr stream Flickr.com/groups/OxfamDIY (but hurry, entries close July 15th at Oxfam.org.uk/DIY). The top five shortlisted designs chosen by Mrs Jones will be featured on the Oxfam DIY site, and the lucky winner will have a one-of-a-kind item designed for them by Mrs Jones.
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Perricone MD skincare products and cosmeceuticals are faves of celebs like Oprah...and we have a one of their bestsellers to give away, worth $120! Advanced Face Firming Activator is formulated with a synergistic combination of Alpha Lipoic Acid and DMAE which resurfaces skin texture, reduces the look of fine lines, wrinkles, and enlarged pores, and reveals a
radiant complexion - all while preventing further damage. Visit PerriconeMD to learn more about this product line and Dr. Perricone's three-tier anti-aging philosophy. Whoever leaves the most interesting comment here (be sure to include your email; also, the contest is limited to US residents only) by Friday, July 3 wins!
- Lesley Scott
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Noticing a decided lack of anything remotely sexy in the way of vegan shoes, Rebecca Mink - a lifelong animal and earth activist - created her own: glamorous, towering luxury kicks made from sustainable, non-animal resources including rubber, wood, cork, and organic fabrics. When she first showed up in Italy almost 10 years ago, sketches in hand, 16 factories showed her the door, refusing to consider manufacturing such an unprecedented product. Luckily Marco Gambassi, whose family has crafted shoes for generations, viewed her project as a creative challenge. And thanks to Italian engineering, when Mink shoes were machine-tested for durability, they outlasted their conventional counterparts, proving that non-leather is a viable footwear option for green fashionistas. These "Vulture" cork wedges with delicate double ankle straps (as seen here in Lucky April 2009) could possibly be the perfect summer heel. Available by special order only - email info@minkshoes.com. Check out her entire line at MinkShoes.com.
- Lesley Scott
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Fashionistas mourned when insider label Obedient Sons closed. Happily, however, Swaim Hutson and wife Christina are baaaack...with Hutson New York, a very French-chic line of lust-worthy naughty/nice dresses, fabulous swing coats, and little suits cropped just so. Purchasing info at HutsonNewYork.com.
- Lesley Scott
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FabSugar is giving away a sexy ViX bikini everyday through Sunday, June 28...but you have to enter daily. To win it, get in it...at FabSugar.com.
- Lesley Scott
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"Summer afternoon, summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language." And accessories like these are definitely tailor-made for the kinds of stylishly languorous days Henry James had in mind.
But even if badminton, lawn sports, or lounging poolside aren't in your immediate future, at least your bag can daydream. Available at KateSpade.com.
- Lesley Scott
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