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Theyskens' Theory is known for cool, downtown looks, and the inspiration behind the Fall 2012 collection is unexpected... it's Grandma. Effortless hair floated down the runway thanks to a clever hair trick, and the makeup palette included warm bronze shades, taken from someone Granny might look to for beauty inspiration: the late Italian designer Elsa Schiaparelli. On Annie: BCBG; hair by Read more
Parisian fashion designer of the 1920s and 1930s, Elsa Schiaparelli, was the first to use shoulder pads, animal prints (in 1947), and zippers dyed the same color as the fabric. But that's not why I look up to her. She was a daring character, never afraid to take risks: “I have never been shy of appearing in public in the most fantastic and personal get-up,” she wrote in Shocking Life, her Read more
Update: Olivier Theyskens was thought to maybe take over the helm but sources have confirmed this false. 2010 is the date we can expect to witness the revival. Before you know it, we may have another storied fashion house back on our hands. The Italian business mogul Diego Della Valle, who also owns Tod's, bought the rights to Elsa Schiaparelli earlier this year. Ever since, he's been on the Read more
This year's Met Gala honored Miuccia Prada and Elsa Schiaparelli — which translated to plenty of pink on the red carpet. From hot pink hair to nearly black lips, the biggest trends from the evening shaped up to be just as bold and unconventional as the designers being honored. Keep reading to see all of the best looks from the year's biggest fashion night. Read more
It's no doubt that the Met Gala is the biggest night in fashion, and more celebrities then ever before came out to show off their red-carpet best. The theme this year was Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, and several A-list actresses paid homage to legendary fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli in gorgeous gowns inspired by the Roaring '20s. Shimmery metallics proved to be the Read more
Who was the cutest couple at the Met Gala? — HuffPost Style A sketch from Rihanna's second collection for Armani — Styleite Designer to watch: MaxFowles — Olivia Palermo How to save on gifts Mom will love — Stylelist Etsy's cracking down on "fake crafters" — Racked A closer look at Dark Shadows' retro '60s vibe — The Daily Beast Miuccia Prada's "conversation" with the late Read more
Coco Rocha has jumped on the pink hair bandwagon. While heading to the 2012 Met Gala, the model previewed her pink ringlets on her Instagram feed. The formal affair honored design legend Elsa Schiaparelli, famous for her love of a shocking hot pink. And it won't be long until Coco can wear Schiaparelli pink on more than just her hair; the brand relaunch is set for February 2013. Source: Read more
The stars are shining bright in NYC tonight for the annual Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala. This year's Met Gala marks the launch of the Costume Institute's new exhibit, "Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations." It's a celebration of two Italian designers, Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada, from two different eras, and will feature simulated conversations between the Read more
The fashion world and the celebrities who love it are coming out tonight in NYC for the Met Gala. This year's exhibit, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations, is a celebration of two Italian designers, Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada. The women come from two different eras, but the Costume Institute's showcase explores similar themes between their work and conversations they might Read more
Vogue's editrix in chief Anna Wintour arrived first to fashion's most glamorous evening at the Met Gala — and in a Prada update of Elsa Schiaparelli's famous lobster-embellished dress, no less. To complement her stunning white floor-length gown, she donned a white fur stole and a bejeweled yellow amber-hued statement necklace. This is the first time in six years that Anna hasn't worn Chanel to Read more
