It's a Mall World
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Fab Flash: American Eagle + New Media
Clothes are no longer American Eagle's sole interest. In looking for new ways to connect with their customer, AE has decided to develop original entertainment content through ae.com, YouTube, Myspace, Facebook, and television.
Everything from music, comedies, reality programming and dramas are in the cards, but the first project is a 12-episode series, It's a Mall World, directed by Milo Ventimiglia.
First Look: "It's a Mall World"
When Pop told me that Milo Ventimiglia was directing short comedies-slash-commercials for American Eagle Outfitters called "It's a Mall World," I had to see what it was about before the episodes start airing during "The Real World: Sydney" this Wednesday. I usually roll my eyes at this kind of thinly disguised advertising, but after checking out the first installment of the 13-episode series, I have to say, it's not too bad.
It's not terribly unique — it has kind of a High Fidelity-meets-Empire Records vibe going on — and of course there's conspicuous AE product placement everywhere, but as commercial entertainment goes, I'd rather watch this than Oleg.
It's A Mall World After All, Heroes
The always-adorable Milo Ventimiglia brought out some of his favorite Heroes to celebrate his directorial debut, It's A Mall World -- a 13-episode short comedy series for American Eagle Outfitters. The episodes will air on MTV during The Real World: Sydney which starts August 8. Hayden looked great out to support her good friend and costar, but I gotta say that Stephen is dressed a little silly.
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Instyle
Jul 05 2009
Jessica Simpson
WHAT SHE WORE
A simple Myne shift with a True Religion jacket and an Alexander McQueen bag
WHERE
Sailing in New York City
WHY WE LOVE IT
Simpson accented her summer glow with bright nautical stripes. Play up your own tan with a T-shirt or tank dress in fresh blue and white.
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