Is Tom Ford returning to women's wear? If so, will it affect his stellar men's wear? If so, an injunction might be in order...[Reuters]
Justin Timberlake is opening his first William Rast store in...a mall. [WWD]
Vladimir Roitfeld (yes, of Carine) models in the new Rock & Republic campaign. Talk about a dynasty in the making. [Design Scene]
And so it's passed that French lawmakers have drafted legislation stating that any publication or advertiser that uses a retouched fashion photo must attach a disclaimer or else risk getting fined. [Gawker]
The Cut serves up the best and worst of September fashion mags. [The Cut]
We've already elevated your blood pressure mentioning Alexander Wang's menswear. Well we're going to do you one better. Wang released the highly anticipated preview of his S/S 2010 menswear collection online with a (lookbook) video. Honestly, maybe it's because of the black and white clip but I don't know what to say about the collection except that I could walk to the nearest UNIQLO, stretch out their T-shirt and put on a hoodie for a similar look.
Calvin Klein is looking for a few good European men. The iconic underwear label is holding an international model search across nine countries, looking for the best of the bulges to represent each nation. [WWD] via [The Cut]
Apparently Posh spice isn't doing so hot in her role as judge on American Idol. She's been described as "icy and wooden," which just can't compare to Paula's "loopy and frightening." [Radar]
Oh, the pressures of being a hand model. Moisturizers! Gloves! 14-hour shoots! [CNN]
Jesus Luz, ever the go-getter, wants to do more than modeling, so he's branching out into..D.J.-ing. Such high ambitions that boy. [NYP]
The ladies over at NYMag try to walk in the season's highest heel...[The Cut]
Wal-Mart is apparently eyeing NYC again for a new store. An angry mod is already forming, complete with pitchforks and torches. [Crain's]
Rad Hourani jumps on the secondary line bandwagon with his own, called Rad by Rad Hourani, to launch in November. [Style.com]
Topshop to open in Brooklyn? Would Hipsters even allow such a thing? [Papier]
GM -- yes, the car company -- is launching a men's fragrance called Cadillac, which is all part of the "Cadillac renaissance," which is being described as "hot new products and redesigns that capture the mantra of life, liberty and the pursuit [...] a relevant extension of the Cadillac lifestyle." Sure. [Stylecaster]
In more respectable fragrance news, Paul Smith is also releasing a new men's fragrance in September. [WWD]
Were you aware that Marc Jacobs does stemwear? He sure does, and it's 50% off! [FWD]
No, Hearst is not taking over ELLE US. But it was fun to indulge, wasn't it? [WWD]
"I have been visiting San Francisco for many years, in fact since my hippie days in Haight - Ashbury. Although it is a very big city it feel far more intimate than many, so I am really pleased to be opening my shop here."
Thus spoke Paul Smith, revealing his new eponymous store on Geary St. in San Francisco. Smith is known for finding eclectic spaces and incorporating whimsical exterior into the stores' decor. On Geary, Smith draws inspiration from the building's 1950's era facade. Strong, graphical architecture continues inside with mounted color panels and colorful, geometric furniture.
But, the characteristic Paul Smith anachronisms are still there. In the suit room, for example,mahogany panelling from a 19th century bank and a flamboyant late 19th century table with dragons on the legs mingle with a collection of over 30 Vaclav Trefil abstract paintings from the 40's and 50's.
Paul Smith, 46-50 Geary Streety, San Francisco, CA 94108 (415) 352-3520
Giorgio Armani is blogging for The Times. His first post is an account of his time in New York, including where he eats and how he can't sleep properly in America. Riveting. [The Moment]
In other Armani news, he's donating $1M to New York City Schools. Poor blogging skills aside, we're impressed. [WWD]
Kanye West does not, in fact, think he dresses better than gay people. Or Michael Jackson. Or Stefano Pilati. Or Ralph Lauren. An unusual show of humility from Mr. West at last. [The Cut]
Overheard this week at New York Fashion Week: "The models need more beer," at Tim Hamilton. A few other gems are also included. [Valet]
Open for business:Diesel Planet on NYC's 5th Avenue, its largest outpost in the word.
Say goodbye to Bryant Park (pictured) , NY Fashion Week. Beginning September 2019, The Tents will move to the Upper East Side to Lincoln Center. [WWD]
For his spring men's wear and eyewear campaign, Tom Ford not only art directed but also photographed it for the first time. The campaign features the label's signature male model (and Styelist favorite), Jon Kortajarena. [WWD]
You know who's really hurting in this economy? Models! The poor things aren't booking as many shows or are doing so at decreased rates. Boo! Hoo! [Reuters]
Vincent Gallo is selling a $750 vinyl wallet on his website, vincentgallo.com. Of the money holder, called the "Lucky Buck Lucky [Bleep] Wallet," he says: "walking around with this wallet in your pants will open doors, garner respect, bring you good fortune, and get you laid. Guaranteed." We assume he's tested it. [Page Six]
Who's cutting jobs now? Liz Claiborne by 750 (yikes) and Macy's by 7,000 (double yikes).[WWD]
Insiders are saying that Rock & Republic are canceling their runways show. They'll instead do a presentation in Paris and then throw a party. [Division Street]
L.A. Fashion Week could be in just as much trouble as New York. Sadly, we doubt the west coast will weather the storm. [L.A. Times]
In Hipster fashion news, man bangs are the next irreverent style. And we are NOT OK with it. [Hipster Runoff] via [Haute Concept] Where are the fashion elite going for vacation over the holidays? St. Barts, Dominican Republic and Thailand, just to name a few hot spots. We'll enjoy our time in Wisconsin. It's just as magical. [Cityfile]
Open for business: The best of 2008. [Refinery 29]
Kanye West is moving to London to pursue his career in fashion. He'll be applying for a job at the Louis Vuitton headquarters and eventually debut his new line, Pastelle, in London. As for the music thing? He'll just stick to rapping "on the weekends." [Mirror] Hot on the heels of his successful Paris Fashion Week debut in September, Gareth Pugh is showing a menswear line. The collection will bow in January at he upcoming menswear shows in Paris. We're expecting shoulder pads, heavy makeup and lost of synthetics. Fab! [Vogue.com] Karl Lagerfled is cutting back in this economy as well. Now that he's moved into a smaller abode in Paris, the only musts in his house are his chambermaid, cook and chauffeur. See, he's just like the rest of us. [Spiegel] Giorgio Armani is partnering with the Molteni Group to make kitchens. A designer kitchen -- exactly what we've been dreaming about since childhood. [Fashionista]
A sign of the times? Men's facial hair. Now that they've been laid off, once high-powered executives are now free to grow their facial hair to their heart's content. Ya hear that, Wall Street? We don't need your money. We have our freedom! And our hipster beards! [WSJ]
P. Diddy requires that all his ladies get Brazilian waxes because he does it too. "If men require women to go through the pain, we should return the favor," he says. [Jezebel]
In a video interview, Chace Crawford (pictured) doesn't know a) what beige means or b) who Alexander Wang is. The only reason we forgive him is because of his yummy biceps. Watch. Drool. [The Cut] Pete Wentz is giving up eyeliner. And we're not. [Style Crunch] Polygamy is so in right now. Obedient Sons & Daughters husband and wife design team Swaim and Christina Hutson found inspiration for their spring line in a 1970s commune where the leader had 14 wives. [DNR]
Open for Business: the 80s inspired Reebok pop-up in NYC. -- SETH PLATTNER
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