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BCBG

Carine Roitfeld's New Fashion Project Not With Tom Ford; Alexander Wang Awarded $50,000

Carine Roitfeld's new project has nothing to do with Tom Ford, she says: "A long time he’s my friend, but I don’t want to go back, so I want to look in front of me … Because I did ten years with Tom, then ten years for Vogue Paris.

  • Carine Roitfeld's new project has nothing to do with Tom Ford, she says: "A long time he’s my friend, but I don’t want to go back, so I want to look in front of me … Because I did ten years with Tom, then ten years for Vogue Paris. Now I want to do something new. I don’t want to go back. But he’s one of my best friends, Tom" [The Cut]
  • Alexander Wang was just named GQ's Best New Menswear Designer, for which he will receive $50,000 [GQ]
  • Karl Lagerfeld is selling his six-floor, never-lived-in Gramercy Park apartment (which he bought in 2006 for $6.575 million because he "thought he’d move here and retire here," according to a source) for $5.5 million [NY Post]
  • 19-year-old Ukrainian model Juju Ivanyuk, who opened for Celine and Alexander McQueen last season, was chosen by Prada and Miu Miu casting director Russell Marsh to open and close the BCBG show yesterday (left) [The Cut]
  • Grace Coddington's memoir has stalled — "It's slow going," she says — because her co-writer Jay Fielden is settling into his new job as Town & Country editor [NY Post]
  • Alexander McQueen's sales continue to grow, a year after the founding designer's death [Vogue UK]
  • Which New York shows is Anna Wintour looking forward to? "I’m always looking forward to seeing the young designers in New York, Proenza Schouler, Rodarte, Alexander Wang — all the designers that came out of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund. And Olivier Theyskens' first show for Theory. That’s obviously very exciting" [NY Times]
  • Reed Krakoff cut his invitation list by 120 this season [@jimshi809]
  • Net-a-Porter is now putting out a print magazine; the first issue features Alexa Chung on the cover [Fashionista]
  • A preview of the new Lizzie Fortunato Jewels collection, which in addition to the signature bib necklaces includes woven belts and leopard print pony hair satchels for Fall 2011 [The Moment]
  • According to The Lake and the Stars's Maayan Zilberman, who cast plus size models like Alyona Osmanova and Inga Eiriksdottir in her Fall 2011 show today: "Agencies are horrified we're putting girls from plus division in with [skinny girls], and some agents said flat out they wouldn't put their 'good girls' with plus sized models" [@Refinery29@jezebeljenna]
  • New Barneys fashion director Amanda Brooks wore flats to the shows yesterday because her doctor told her to [The Window]
  • Androgynous male model Andrej Pejic has been cast in Yoana Baraschi's Feb. 13 show [Fashionetc.]
Bergdorf Goodman

Fashion Week Chatter — Abbey Lee Kershaw Skipping New York Shows; A Bryanboy TV Pilot for Bravo?

Joseph Altuzarra has paired with denim duo Current/Elliott for six denim styles, set to debut on his Fall 2011 runway — and Vogue has a preview (left) [Vogue.com] New Barneys fashion director Amanda Brooks was mum last night on the subject of her new position, saying that it was only her second day, but she has started Twittering for Barneys and says she plans to attend as many New York fashion shows as she can [Harper's Bazaar] Zac Posen is keeping his Z Spoke collection appointments very low key this season: "Last season was for the media.

  • Joseph Altuzarra has paired with denim duo Current/Elliott for six denim styles, set to debut on his Fall 2011 runway — and Vogue has a preview (left) [Vogue.com]
  • New Barneys fashion director Amanda Brooks was mum last night on the subject of her new position, saying that it was only her second day, but she has started Twittering for Barneys and says she plans to attend as many New York fashion shows as she can [Harper's Bazaar]
  • Zac Posen is keeping his Z Spoke collection appointments very low key this season: "Last season was for the media. This one is for the customers and retailers" [@meenalmistry]
  • Jason Wu is livestreaming his Feb. 11 show on Bergdorf Goodman's website, where some Fall items will be for sale as pre-orders on Feb. 16 [Christina Binkley]
  • Marc Jacobs is forgoing a Fashion Week party, instead feting the 10th anniversary of Marc by Marc Jacobs with a Valentine's Day "semiformal" [@jimshi809]
  • Peep Lauren Santo Domingo on the March 2011 cover of Town & Country, attended by the headline: "Meet the next Mrs. Astor" [@jimshi809]
  • Bryanboy has done videos of his fashion escapades before, but this fashion week, he's doing a 24-hour livestream of himself for Kanon Organic Vodka, which promises to "give viewers a first hand look into what it’s like to rub elbows with fashion’s elite." He's got a video preview up on his site, and it goes live beginning at 9 am on Feb. 16 at kanonvodka.com [Bryanboy]
  • There are also reports that Bryanboy is shooting a pilot during New York Fashion Week with the producers of America's Next Top Model that "Bravo is supposedly very interested in" [The Cut]
  • Tumblr is putting 24 bloggers up in a hotel for New York Fashion Week, has secured invites for them to more than a dozen shows — including big shows like Carolina Herrera and Oscar de la Renta — and set up events for them like breakfast with Nina Garcia, a private brunch at Lucky editor Brandon Holley's apartment, and a meeting with Oscar de la Renta prior to his show to talk his new collection [WSJ, The Cut]
  • Abbey Lee Kershaw is reportedly skipping New York Fashion Week, for a "personal music project" in London with "my band" — Our Mountain, the band of Kershaw's boyfriend, Matthew Hutchinson, which she's performed with before. She is, however, set to head to Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks [Frockwriter]
  • Alexander Wang cut his front row seats in half this season, thanks to a new seating configuration; he's also hosting an intimate party on Feb. 15 to mark his store's opening [@meenalmistry, @jimshi809]

 

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Street Style

Turban Girl

>> Turbans are a sure way to add glamour to any ensemble.

>> Turbans are a sure way to add glamour to any ensemble. Work one into your cold weather ensemble — like this street-snapped Parisian — with a slouchy jumpsuit, cozy oversized cardigan, patchwork bag, and wood-heeled booties for an effortlessly luxe vibe. Enticed? Shop similar picks from Alexander Wang, Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony, and ASOS now.




Left to right: Alexander Wang Chunky Oversize Cardigan ($941), House of Harlow 1960 Tribal Five Stack Bracelet ($176), ASOS Bow Turban ($17), Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony Mary Jo Platform Boot ($495), Lucky Brand Road Rebel Skyline Large Shopper ($269), ASOS Button Front Slouchy Jumpsuit ($60)


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Trend Alert

Spring 2011 — Pajama Dressing

>> The pajama-inspired trend, as seen on Michael Kors, Vena Cava, and Alexander Wang's Spring runway, offers a languid approach to both daytime and nighttime dressing.

>> The pajama-inspired trend, as seen on Michael Kors, Vena Cava, and Alexander Wang's Spring runway, offers a languid approach to both daytime and nighttime dressing. If you're looking to add a languid touch to your wardrobe, outside of your boudoir, try out these pieces from the designers above, plus more from Walter, Thakoon, ASOS, and Topshop.

Poll

Opposites Attract: Elie Saab and Alex Wang Share Similar Spring Ads

Icy blue backgrounds, transparent clothing, ethereal model with arms outstretched .

Icy blue backgrounds, transparent clothing, ethereal model with arms outstretched . . . did Alexander Wang and Elie Saab meet for coffee before shooting their respective ad campaigns? These ads share similar elements, yet they manage to project very different attitudes to represent their polar opposite brands. Wang's Aymeline Valade projects fierceness while Erin Wasson (who is friends with Wang) exudes femininity for Saab. What do you think is the most important factor in their difference?

Street Style

Grey Day

>> Grey translates across all seasons, but we're especially tuned in with the cool neutral hue during colder months.

>> Grey translates across all seasons, but we're especially tuned in with the cool neutral hue during colder months. Peep this street-snapped look: a grey nubby coat, stripe top, skinny jeans, and cult-favorite Acne boots create the ideal non-fussy 'fit. Intrigued? Replicate this outfit with similar and exact picks from Alexander Wang, Current/Elliott, Acne, and Marc Jacobs.




Left to right: See by Chloe Coat ($450, originally $905), T by Alexander Wang Knit Beanie ($34, originally $68), Saint James Nautical Shirt ($75), Current/Elliott Jeans ($80, originally $265), Acne Pistol Short Booties ($506), Marc Jacobs Quilted Bag ($525)


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Celebrity Style

Sundance Style: Kate Bosworth

If cold weather typically translates to a lack of wardrobe innovation, you might want to study up on Kate Bosworth's look.

If cold weather typically translates to a lack of wardrobe innovation, you might want to study up on Kate Bosworth's look. This Sundance ensemble is all about mixing the best of your closet, like your favorite little dress, with Winter weather-proof layers. Just throw on a pretty, easy dress ($138) in a bright hue and add tights, boots ($74, originally $99), and a cozy coat. Finish it off with a cute pair of earmuffs and a tote you love, like Kate's Alexander Wang Rocco bag, for a look that doesn't compromise style for comfort.





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Celebrity Style

Celeb Style: Jessica Alba

Jessica Alba always manages to balance the on-trend with her very cool, personal style sense.

Jessica Alba always manages to balance the on-trend with her very cool, personal style sense. So, when she throws on an animal-print top and an army jacket ($151, originally $216), she melds the two trendy items seamlessly with a classic pencil skirt, in a casual fabric. A pair of strappy wedges ($100) and timeless Ray-Ban shades finish her LA look with ease. Click the items above to shop a similar style.





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