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Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

• Givenchy won't stage a Couture Week show for the press in January but still plans to see private clients. [WWD]
• Meanwhile, Tom Ford has publicly listed his next show on the London Fashion Week schedule for February. [Grazia]
• Some of the 24 contestants on The Face are already working models with big clients like Tory Burch, Christian Louboutin, Target, and Forever 21. [Oxygen]
• The CFDA has raised $1.7 million to benefit the Hurricane Sandy relief effort. All of the proceeds will be donated to local charities. [CFDA]
• Ecommerce success stories like Bonobos and Warby Parker are opening up physical stores in response to their customers' desire to try garments on before they buy them. [On the Runway]
• Elsewhere in retail, the iconic French store Galeries Lafayette is rumored to be interested in buying its equally iconic next-door neighbor, Printemps. [WWD]
• Roland Mouret will curate an exhibition of Norman Parkinson's photography for the Bath in Fashion festival this April. [Vogue UK]
• Political insiders say Anna Wintour is "open" to becoming the United States ambassador to France. [The Hollywood Reporter]
• DJ Kiss, who's spun records at parties for Diane von Furstenberg and Alexander Wang, is the latest musical talent to sign with Wilhelmina Models Artist Management. [Page Six]
• Who owns Saturday? After a few weeks of legal volleys, Kate Spade has asked a New York court to declare that its new label Kate Spade Saturday does not infringe on the trademark of the menswear line Saturdays Surf NYC. [WWD]
• Jason Wu says his new line Miss Wu is for a girl who's a "little more worn in, a little grittier, her hair is a little messier, her makeup might be from the night before." [Fashionista]

Photo courtesy of Givenchy.

Lea Michele wore all black — a v-neck sweater, leggings, and knee-high suede boots — while on a movie date with Cory Monteith in Hollywood last night. But it was her khaki anorak jacket and Givenchy messenger bag ($1,050) that really made her stand out. Next time you head to the movies, start with an all-black look, then finish off with a khaki anorak for a pop of utilitarian chic. Don't forget to add Lea's exact Givenchy bag for a dash of luxe.

The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show aired last night, but Miranda Kerr headed to the airport to catch a flight out of LA wearing an ensemble that would just as easily work on the weekend. The model paired this A.L.C. leopard sweater ($365) with faded skinny jeans and a black Stella McCartney blazer. Then she completed her travel style via Rag & Bone's wide-brim fedora ($175), black flats, a black Givenchy satchel ($2,405), and cat-eye sunglasses. Whether or not you're traveling soon, score Miranda's exact sweater — here is a more affordable options from Hive & Honey ($30, originally $54) — to inject a bit of wild into your Winter wardrobe.

Rainy days got you down? Let Alessandra Ambrosio's cute and cozy look brighten your spirits. The model styled a colorful geometric-print sweater with light-washed denim and black leather motorcycle boots to combat the cool LA weather, while her wide-brim fedora, red shades, and gray crocodile Givenchy tote ($1,199, originally $2,020) injected a pop of flair. Whatever the forecast holds, work a vibrant printed sweater with fiery shades and a chic fedora to instantly add pizazz to your weekend style.

Miranda Kerr strutted her long limbs on the streets of NYC wearing sheer black tights with black leather minishorts. Up top the model sported a green Acne sweater ($306) and a black double-breasted Givenchy coat, then finished off her nighttime look with her black Givenchy bag and these Tabitha Simmons lace-up studded booties ($1,249). Next time you hit the town, mimic Miranda by pairing black sheer tights with your black leather shorts, then finishing off with a green sweater and a cozy black coat.

Update: Givenchy has denied speculation that it will collaborate with H&M. According to Vogue UK, the house says rumors about the partnership are "false." And while H&M never commented on the Givenchy rumor, its creative adviser Margareta van den Bosch told The Telegraph it will "not have any [collaborations] for Spring. We decided to skip it, as we have had so many this year. So it'll be something for next November."

The Internet has been aflutter with rumors that H&M's next designer collaboration will be with Givenchy, and so far, both parties are keeping mum on the topic.

On Monday, a Givenchy representative told Fashionologie that the house does "not have a comment"; a spokeswoman at H&M said the retailer "does not comment on rumors."

But radio silence from both brands hasn't stopped fervent speculation, which was sparked by a Nov. 19 post on the Tumblr Fashion Industry Confessions. The author of the post claimed, "Rumors straight from the Givenchy headquarters have it that they will collaborate with H&M next year." The claim has since been bolstered and questioned by blogs and Twitter accounts far and wide, but confirmed by no one.

The last time H&M kept quiet about a rumor, it was when rumors ran rampent about the company's plans to start a higher-priced label. We all know how that turned out: & Other Stories is set to launch in Spring 2013.

If this latest rumor pans out, then it would make Givenchy and Riccardo Tisci the first LVMH house and designer to partner with H&M. But whether there's a deal between the two brands or not, the time for H&M to announce its next designer collaboration is drawing nearer. The retailer unveiled plans for its Spring 2012 partnership with Marni on Nov. 29, 2011.

If you're on the hunt for an ensemble that transitions from a casual day at work to dinner and drinks, then look no further than Miranda Kerr's latest NYC look. The model worked true-blue Nobody denim ($291) and a black, sheer-sleeved blouse with tasseled leopard Prada loafers and her trusty leather Givenchy bag ($2,405). Her gold glitter Miu Miu shades ($390) lent a touch of sparkle, while her mixed-metal jewels, slick topknot, and punchy pink lipstick were the icing on her chic street style.