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On Our Radar: Twiggy Exhibition
Lesley Hornby, or Twiggy as she is better known, is one of my favourite models of all time. She was one of the key faces of the swinging '60s and continues to appear in ad campaigns today. Imagine how excited I was then to discover that London's National Portrait Gallery are to dedicate an entire exhibit to her, and it's completely free!
Sass and Bide Shine On
"The human spirit will always aspire to shine . . .
On Our Radar: Stefano Marcantonio
Stefano Marcantonio is about to embark on a new journey. After working at the William Morris Agency in Los Angeles, he's decided to hone in on his passion for fine leather goods and create a line of Italian handbags. Lucky me has been able to get a sneak peek at these hand-crafted gems made from precious skins (think alligator, ostrich and python) and moulded brass hardware.
Fearne Cotton Designs A Very Cool Clothing Collection
Fearne Cotton has some very big shoes to fill as she follows in the wake of bestie Holly Willoughby, Peaches Geldof and Jasmine Guinness as a guest designer for the brand Very. Her 15-item clothing line is available now at affordable prices. Fearne said,
"I am really excited about launching my collection with Very.
Leanne Marshall for Bluefly!
Project Runway winner, Leanne Marshall, has unveiled her collection for Bluefly and it looks just as yummy as her final PR collection. Her femme, yet futuristic cuts, are amazing and I love the vibrant hues of pink, purple, and blue. Do you hear the whispers?
Rachel Zoe To Pen Fashion Newsletter — Bananas!
While we anxiously await the second season of The Rachel Zoe Project, which debuts Aug. 25, here's something fabulous to keep us busy: The Zoe Report. The star stylist is following in the footsteps of Gwyneth Paltrow's GOOP by launching her very own fashion/beauty/lifestyle newsletter.
On Our Radar: LCF Photography Exhibition
Last month Graduate Fashion Week offered fashion students from across the UK the chance to showcase their work to press from all over the world. Photography students from London College of Fashion are now also getting a great break as they prepare to showcase their work at the Richard Young Gallery. Richard Young is a world famous celebrity photographer so it's an amazing platform for the budding talent.
Celebrity Stylist Britt Bardo Turns Designer
This is how good celebrity stylist Britt Bardo (pictured at right) is: when she was just a stylist assistant, Jennifer Lopez asked her to stop assisting to be her personal stylist. It appears that Avon has also caught on to her talents.
After loving the work she did for Avon's Mark catalog, the company asked her to design a collection for them.
eLuxury Shutters Retail, Launches Luxury Media Site
After announcing the news in January, eLuxury has closed its virtual doors for good. Did you shop the final sale? Don't fret loyals, the shopping site will transform into a social media site dedicated to everything luxurious: fashion, art, food and wine, design, culture, travel, beauty, music, and entertainment to name a few.
Is Geri Halliwell About to Create a Topshop Range?
The rumour mill has been working over time this weekend as suggestions that Geri Halliwell is creating a range for Topshop begin to surface. The singer has recently been out of the country holidaying with her current beau Henry Beckwith, but she still found time to have a meeting with Sir Philip Green at his Topshop office.
Since leaving the Spice Girls Geri has had her fingers in many pies!
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Instyle
Jul 09 2009
Heidi Klum
WHAT SHE WORE
Klum added a peek-a-boo top to a stretchy miniskirt and accessorized with platform pumps
WHERE
The Times Square unveiling of the new Project Runway billboard
WHY WE LOVE IT
The expectant star effortlessly pulled off a mix of patterns by wearing a jacquard polka-dot shirt with a black and white striped mini. Follow Klum's lead and add a tone-on-tone top to a print skirt.
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