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Fab Flash: Louis Vuitton Donates to Earth Day

FabSugar — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:50:11 -0700

Luxury brand Louis Vuitton is showing off its green side on Earth Day by donating 15 percent of all US online sales to The Climate Project. "Over the past few years Louis Vuitton has voluntarily made efforts to reduce the impact of its activities on the environment. In addition we are proud to be able to support The Climate Project in its inspiring quest to raise awareness of the climate crisis," said President of Louis Vuitton North America, Daniel Lalonde. This donation is part of the brand's continued relationship with The Climate Project, which started back in 2007 with the Core Values campaign featuring Francis and Sofia Coppola. Clap, clap LV!

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Friday Fab News RoundUp!

FabSugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:00:22 -0800

Sofia Coppola's LV designs debut in Tokyo - WWD
Bravo sizes up a second season of The Rachel Zoe Project - LA Times
Kelly Cutrone gets her own show - NY Post
Mimosa: The color of 2009 - Vogue UK
Shopping, cocktail in hand - New York Times
Designers decorate for the holidays - WSJ
Re-creating Carrie Bradshaw's wedding dress - NY Post
How to wear killer jewels - Times UK
Does Obama Era Mean No More Blahniks? - NY Observer
More box for your bucks: finding out how low luxe retailers will go - NY Post
M.I.A's full clothing collection is now available online - WSJ

Fab Flash: Sofia Coppola, From Director to Designer

FabSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:00:22 -0700

Most of you loved Sofia Coppola's recent ad campaign for Louis Vuitton but how do feel about her designing for the luxury brand? Rumor has it that the award-winning director will design a collection of handbags and shoes for Louis Vuitton.

Coppola, seen left with one of her designs, has played muse to Marc Jacobs so it makes sense for the two to take their friendship to the next level. Her collection for Louis Vuitton debuts in Japan and will sell worldwide. We can't wait to see Sofia translate her cool and classic style to the iconic brand.

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FABTV: The Chemical Brothers, "Elektrobank"

FabSugar — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:12:22 -0700

In this Spike Jonze directed vid, Fab favorite Sofia Coppola plays Janet, an injured gymnast. With all the Olympics hoopla, this was the perfect FABTV for right now. Sofia looks every bit the part: feathered bangs, scrunchied pony, toned bod (but maybe too skinny, have you seen today's gymnasts?). It's obvious it's not Sofia with the long shots and complicated maneuvers, but that just makes it more campy. I don't really pay attention to the music during the floor routines, but if someone chose The Chemical Brothers, that would be dope. I'm just sayin'. Drama-filled - oh no, did she injure her faulty ankle? - and easy on the eyes, watch to see if Janet wins another one for the trophy case.

Fab Ad: Louis Vuitton Core Values Campaign Featuring Francis and Sofia Coppola

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:00:11 -0700

The newest addition to Louis Vuitton's core values campaign features prestigious filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola and his daughter Sofia sitting in the countryside of Buenos Aires. Shot by Annie Leibovitz, the ad, which is the fifth in its series of exceptional people, depicts Francis sitting with script in hand, taking on an engaging conversation with his beautiful daughter. Amongst all the picturesque scenery, a Louis Vuitton bag is nonchalantly thrown into the mix.

All of this natural scenery is nice but has me wondering: What does it all mean? Pietro Beccari, Louis Vuitton Senior VP of Communication and Marketing, explains it best: "This beautiful visual is a significant new addition to the core values campaign. Not only does it capture the unique quality of a father-daughter relationship, in which both are enriched by a shared experience, but it also evokes the heritage of Louis Vuitton with its suggestion of know-how being passed from one generation to the next." As well, the company is making a donation to The Climate Project on behalf of the famous father and daughter duo. Does this ad pull at your heartstrings?

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On Our Radar: Sofia and Francis Ford Coppola for Louis Vuitton

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:00:22 -0700

The newest additions to the Louis Vuitton Core Values Campaign, which has featured the likes of Keith Richards, Steffi Graf, and Andre Agassi so far, are Sofia and Francis Ford Coppola.

The father-daughter directing duo recently posed for Annie Leibovitz in Argentina as part of the brand's mission to underscore its historical roots in luggage and travel. I can't wait to see what the finished product looks like; I haven't seen Fabcon Sofia model in a while!

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Reminder! Marc Jacobs & Louis Vuitton Documentary Arrives

FabSugar — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 04:00:22 -0800

Get your remote controls ready because Loic Prigent’s Marc Jacobs & Louis Vuitton documentary is finally about to hit your TV screens. On Monday, February 4, at 8 p.m. PT, on the Sundance Channel, you'll get a glimpse into the professional life of the 44-year-old mega designer. You'll also witness the relationship between Marc and his muse Sofia Coppola and Anna Wintour. I can't think of a better way to spend my Monday night!
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2008 Spring Couture Fashionistas

FabSugar — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 07:00:22 -0800

Celebrities and fashion editors alike convened in Paris this week for the decadent debut of Spring couture season. Chanel models sauntered out of a giant tweed jacket, the Dior runway popped with color, Valentino said his last goodbye, and more. As much as we love looking at the fashion on the catwalk, there's plenty to admire from the front row, especially with headliners like Diane Kruger, Victoria Beckham, Blake Lively, and the venerable Anna Wintour in attendance. I've gathered a few (okay, more than a few) snaps of the ladies who show us how to view couture in style, and to kick us off, Diane Kruger ever-lovely at Chanel.
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Fab Flash: Kirsten Dunst's Cashmere Collection

FabSugar — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:00:22 -0800

Kirsten Dunst is really throwing herself into the fashion ring recently: first appearing in the Spring Miu Miu ads and now collaborating with luxe knitwear line Lutz + Patmos.

She follows in the footsteps of Liv Tyler, Sofia Coppola, and Julianne Moore, who have all designed for the cashmere-friendly label in the past, and her capsule collection debuts on Feb. 3, during the upcoming New York Fashion Week!

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On Our Radar: Marc Jacobs & Louis Vuitton Documentary

FabSugar — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 03:00:22 -0700

Next February, the much buzzed about documentary Marc Jacobs & Louis Vuitton which follows the designer around his own brand and at Vuitton, will make its U.S. television debut on the Sundance Channel.

The film shows every aspect of the design process, following Marc through New York, Tokyo, and Paris, and has cameo appearances from the likes of Marc muse Sofia Coppola and Vogue editor Anna Wintour. It offers the chance of a lifetime: being able to get to know the venerable MJ and getting an inside view of what he does without actually having to meet him!

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