THE DAILY THREAD

BALENCIAGA'S 60th ANNIVERSARY FASHION SHOW

2010-09-30T12:59:00.010-04:00

Writer: Kate Murphy

DSQUARED2 - MENSWEAR FOR WOMEN

2010-09-29T11:23:00.019-04:00

DSquared2 debuted their Spring 2011 collection in their home base of Milan for Milan Fashion Week. The Caten twins collection was more subdued and wearable than their usual collections, but the clothes are beautiful and just as interesting. The twins collection focused on menswear for women while combining it with early 90's elements with the big white socks and Oxford shoes (the ladies of Beverly Hills, 90210 would approve!). Unfortunately, the designers seem to loooooove their skinny models.

(Above: Are her legs hairy?)

Jesus!

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Writer: Kate Murphy

H&M MAGAZINE: PAPARAZZI PERFECT

2010-09-28T12:52:00.011-04:00

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LOOSE THREADS

2010-08-11T11:41:00.003-04:00

Naomi Campbell testifying at a war crimes trial. Just because!

Sneak Peek at H&M's Fall/Winter 2010 collection - Nitrolicious

Proenza Schouler's limited edition tank tops - Coutorture

Twenty8Twelve's Fall/Winter 2010 fashion film - Vogue UK

MAC and Rodarte to donate profits to charity from their controversial makeup collection - Temptalia

Writer: Kate Murphy

MATERIAL GIRL BY MADONNA LOOKBOOK

2010-08-09T00:12:00.006-04:00

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THE ROW SUNGLASSES

2010-07-28T00:27:00.012-04:00

Here's a look at the Fall/Winter 2010 sunglasses collection for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's The Row. The collection is designed by Linda Farrow and features 4 different styles and they all come in a variety of colours. The sunglasses will be sold at Barney's and Bergdorf Goodman's in the US and I'm assuming will be available at Holt Renfrew in Canada. The sunglasses retail for $325.

Photos provided by The Row.
Writer: Kate Murphy

ROBERTO CAVALLI 40th ANNIVERSARY AD CAMPAIGN

2010-07-27T00:24:00.009-04:00

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PHOTOSHOP CONTROVERSY

2010-07-26T10:42:00.003-04:00

"Well, I was shocked. When I saw the pictures, I think I was silent for a good five minutes, staring with my mouth open. I don’t know what was done to those photos or who did it, but they look retouched to me. And listen, everybody retouches, but don’t make me into something I’m not. [Reached for comment, photographer Nicholas Routzen explained that Crystal looks the way she does because the photos were “…taken from a higher angle with a wider lens.” But he also added, “I shaped her…I did nothing that I wouldn’t do to anyone. I’m paid to make women look beautiful.”]

Watch Crystal's Today Show interview on the link below.

Crystal Renn On Her Retouched Photos

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Writer: Kate Murphy

adidas BY STELLA McCARTNEY 2010 pt. 2

2010-07-22T10:17:00.011-04:00

TENNIS

RUN

GOLF

Photos: Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

adidas BY STELLA McCARTNEY 2010 pt. 1

2010-07-21T12:26:00.006-04:00

GYM STUDIO:

WINTER SPORTS:

YOGA:

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Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-07-20T00:04:00.007-04:00

Stella McCartney to design for Adidas for the 2012 London Olympics - Nitrolicious

Rodarte's MAC Cosmetics controversy - New York Fashion

Amber Valletta for Jimmy Choo - FABSugar

Canadian model Coco Rocha won't work with Terry Richardson again - Styleite

Crystal Renn photoshop controversy - The Cut

Photo: FABSugar
Writer: Kate Murphy

MATERIAL GIRL MODEL

2010-07-15T00:45:00.003-04:00

Here's another sneak peek of Madonna's Material Girl fashion line for Macy's. Gossip Girl's Taylor Momsen is the model.

Photo: Just Jared.
Writer: Kate Murphy

MATERIAL GIRL BY MADONNA SNEAK PEEK

2010-07-13T01:31:00.017-04:00

All photos from Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

SHENAE GRIMES IN A FASHION TELEVISION MINI MOVIE

2010-07-12T10:39:00.001-04:00

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ANOTHER MADONNA FOR DOLCE & GABBANA AD CAMPAIGN

2010-07-07T00:42:00.005-04:00

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SCARLETT JOHANSSON FOR MANGO

2010-07-06T15:50:00.004-04:00

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DISNEY FOR MAC COSMETICS

2010-07-05T11:33:00.003-04:00

Back in May we told you about Disney collaborating with MAC Cosmetics to release a limited edition collection of lipsticks, powder, lip gloss, eye shadows, and blush.

MAC finally released some of the packaging and we now know the identities of the villains who will grace the cover. Cruella De Vil of “101 Dalmations”, the Evil Queen from “Snow White,” Maleficient from “Sleeping Beauty” and Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog. I feel like Ursala from "The Little Mermaid" was a huge oversight on their part. I mean come on! She was constantly putting on lipstick with those weird little crustaceans.

“Disney gave us the colors used when these characters were drawn throughout their history,” said Jennifer Balbier, vice president of product development for MAC, noting that Cruella and the Evil Queen share more “real woman” shades, such as red lips and peachy blush. Maleficent is “pure fantasy,” said Balbier, noting that offbeat purples, blackened shades and pearlized nails were used. Dr. Facilier headlines the new Magically Cool Liquid Powders. “This is a featherlight powder that goes on like a mist and either sets or enhances foundation, but also lends dimensionality on naked skin,” said Balbier.
There will be 40 different products ranging from $12 to $29.50.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

THE ROW's AMISH/MORMON RESORT COLLECTION

2010-06-29T00:30:00.015-04:00

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Writer: Kate Murphy

KATE MOSS FOR TOPSHOP COLLECTION & AD CAMPAIGN

2010-06-28T10:42:00.009-04:00

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LOOSE THREADS

2010-06-24T01:00:00.005-04:00

American Apparel's crazy grooming guidelines - Gawker

Douchebag guido's get their own clothing lines - PopCrunch

Tim Gunn calls out Anna Wintour and Andre Leon Talley. Amazing! - Crazy Days and Nights

Madonna's new Dolce & Gabbana ads - Swide

H&M's Women's July Preview - Nitrolicious

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WriteR: Kate Murphy

TORONTO EVENTS

2010-06-21T00:12:00.002-04:00

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DESIGNER LENSES

2010-06-16T10:34:00.006-04:00

No we're not talking about sunglasses. John Galliano has raised the bar once again by creating a line of Christian Dior contact lenses. These ones feature shimmery gold flecks with the Christian Dior logo "CD". I'm down for the gold shimmer. I'm not really down with wearing logos all over my clothes let alone wearing a logo on my eyeballs. I can't imagine these don't impact your vision at least a little bit. I suppose that's the price you pay for fashion.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

WORLD CUP EMPORIO ARMANI

2010-06-15T09:49:00.008-04:00

In honour or Portugal's first World Cup game today I decided to post the new Emporio Armani underwear and jeans ads featuring Cristiano Ronaldo. The photos were shot in Madrid where Ronaldo plays for Real Madrid. The photos hit magazines and billboards in July. There is also an online commercial in the works for September.

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L.A.M.B. FALL/WINTER 2010 COLLECTION

2010-06-14T00:05:00.014-04:00

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LOOSE THREADS

2010-06-09T09:26:00.005-04:00

Oscar de la Renta's Resort 2010 collection above.

Daria Werbowy in a new fashion spread - Oh No They Didn't

Jason Wu's largest resort collection - Coutorture

Natalie Portman is the new face of Dior beauty and fragrance products - Look

Writer: Kate Murphy

MULBERRY MEETS TARGET

2010-06-08T11:44:00.006-04:00

WWD just announced that Mulberry will be teaming up with Target to introduce a limited edition handbag collection called Mulberry for Target. The bags will hit Target stores on October 15 and will be available until December 24. Target did not reveal any price points or sneak peeks of the collection.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

TORONTO EVENTS

2010-06-07T00:26:00.002-04:00

Photo Spurce: F-List.
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LOOSE THREADS

2010-06-03T00:02:00.005-04:00

Vanessa and Karl channel Edie and Andy - Styleite

Jean Paul Gauthier out at Hermes - Oh No They Didn't

Whitney Port's hideous clothing collection - Facebook

Sex & The City 2 top 5 trends - FLARE

Alexander Wang's new collection - WWD

Juicy Couture opens up its first store in Canada...eight years too late - Toronto Sun

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Writer: Kate Murphy

CHANEL CRUISE COLLECTON STARRING A ROCK STAR OFFSPRING

2010-06-01T12:29:00.013-04:00

Karl Lagerfeld chose Mich Jagger's daughter, Georgia May Jagger, to close his recent runway show, so it comes to no surprise that she is the face of Chanel's Cruise Collection for 2010-2011. Why did he choose Georgia? “Because Miss Jagger is the modern girl. She is the girl of today. There is a total identification between her and the clothes. They could be her clothes,” explains Lagerfeld. Well it does help that her daddy's a millionaire. “She is totally at home in Chanel. And that fits in the pattern of what Saint-Tropez can represent, what it is not really and yet what it can inspire,” he adds.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

WHO'S IN?

2010-05-31T00:52:00.008-04:00

When the fashion world lost one of it's most creative and inspiring designers, Alexander McQueen, everyone wondered what would happen to the label. McQueen is impossible to replace. The Gucci Group, which owns Alexander McQueen, was specific that the label would continue. The speculation is that McQueen's previous running mate, Sarah Burton, will become the new creative director. Burton had been working with McQueen since she was 16 years old. She released a statement confirming her new position; 'The creation of modern beautifully crafted clothes was at the heart of Lee’s vision. I intend to stay true to his legacy.'

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Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-05-24T01:01:00.004-04:00

Nicole Richie's Winter Kate Fall/Winter 2010 collection - Nitrolicious

The Top 10 Most Iconic Dresses of the past 50 years - Shine Yahoo

Banana Republic's first jewellery collection - WWD

Zac Posen's furs - Coutorture

Summer's newest trend...crochet! - Who What Wear

Vacation for the rest of the week. See you next Monday.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-05-19T00:12:00.006-04:00

Balenciaga and Michael Kors head to the Hamptons - Coutorture

Sneak peek at Ray-Ban's new collection - Nitrolicious

Coco Rocha's good deed - Strut for a Cure

Tom Ford's coloured kisses - Beauty Snob

Victoria's Secret PINK line gets sports - Oh No They Didn't

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Writer: Kate Murphy

2010-05-18T13:37:00.005-04:00

According to WWD, MAC Cosmetics will be teaming up with Disney to release a limited edition collection of lipsticks, powder, lip gloss, eye shadows, and blush. The collection will be named Venomous Villains and will feature Disney characters which have yet to be named. Prices will range from $12 to $29.50 and will be available in September.

I'm guessing two of the villains will be Ursula from The Little Mermaid and Cruella de Vil from 101 Dalmations. They just seem appropraite.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

KARL LAGERFELD DIRECTS

2010-05-17T00:02:00.006-04:00

When Karl Lagerfeld was in Saint Tropez debuting the Chanel Cruise collection, he was also there to debut his 17 minute film called "Remember Now". This marks the designers directorial debut. But don't get it twisted. This isn't in the same vein as Tom Ford's "A Single Man". It's very closely related to fashion and features some of fashions most important models such as Heidi Mount, Freja Beha Erichsen, Abbey Lee Kershaw, Karolina Kurkova, Baptiste Giabiconi and Leigh Lezark. The film mainly stars Elisa Sednaoui and Pascal Greggory. Lagerfeld recently spoke to WWD; "When I do a film, I see the movie before I've made it. I don't make scripts because it's written in my head. I like short one-liners."

This isn't Lagerfeld's first time behind a camera. He frequently shoots his own campaigns, recently photographing Vanessa Paradis for Chanel's Coco Cocoon bags.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

H&M SWIMWEAR AD CAMPAIGN CONTINUED

2010-05-12T11:29:00.019-04:00

A couple of weeks ago I posted the ads for H&M's new swimwear campaign. Well H&M released more ads for their collection. Canadian Daria Werbowy, Julia Stegner, Erin Wasson, Sasha Pivovarova and Lara Stone still star in the ads. Some of the bathing suits are available in stores now.

Check out the video version of the ad campaign:

Here are some videos of the girls talking about their best beach experiences:

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Writer: Kate Murphy

CHANEL COCO COCOON

2010-05-10T01:40:00.011-04:00

Parisian beauty and Johnny Depp's arm candy Vanessa Paradis is the new face of Chanel's Coco Cocoon bags. The ads were shot by Lagerfeld himself and feature Paradis casually dressed in chunky knit caps and sheer tops. Check out the behind the scenes video of the shoot below.

Photos provided by Red Carpet Fashion Awards.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-05-07T00:16:00.005-04:00

The MET Costume Institute Gala Round-up - Oh No They Didn't

H&M Against AIDS collection - Nitrolicious

Canadian designer Jude Feller talks about celebrities impact on fashion - National Post

Diane Kruger is the new face of Calvin Klein new fragrance - People

Looking like you're "off the farm" is the new look for Spring - The Fashion Spot

Our culture is obsessed with big boobs, but designers aren't - New York Mag

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Writer: Kate Murphy

MET COSTUME INSTITUTE GALA

2010-05-04T01:25:00.009-04:00

Today is all about the MET Costume Institute Gala. It's not called the "Oscars of fashion" for no reason.

Head over to Just Jared, he has every detail covered.

Photos provided by Just Jared.

Writer: Kate Murphy

McQUEEN'S ENTIRE FALL/WINTER 2010 LOOKBOOK

2010-05-03T00:13:00.023-04:00

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LOOSE THREADS

2010-04-28T01:20:00.005-04:00

H&M's music festival collection - Coutorture

House of Harlow 1960 Footwear collection - Nitrolicious

Cynthia Rowley's sexy Spanx - New York Magazine

Photo provided by Coutorture.

Writer: Kate Murphy

H&M SWIMWEAR AD CAMPAIGN

2010-04-27T00:08:00.006-04:00

H&M released the ad campaign for their Spring/Summer 2010 swimwear collection. The ads feature Canadian model Daria Werbowy along with model-turned-designer Erin Wasson, Julia Stegner, Lara Stone and Sasha Pivovarova.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-04-21T10:24:00.006-04:00

What has Ungaro done to itself? - Women's Wear Daily

Honouring eco-friendly Canadian designers - Toronto Sun

Penelope Cruz guests edits French Vogue - Stylist

Your favourite designers become Disney characters - Nitrolicious

Scarlett Johansson's new Mango ads - FabSugar

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Writer: Kate Murphy

ELIZABETH & JAMES FALL/WINTER 2010

2010-04-20T09:12:00.021-04:00

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have released the first shots of their Fall/Winter 2010 collection for their Elizabeth and James line. "The fall collection plays with texture and mixes comfort with fashion,” Mary-Kate told InStyle. The line features their staple of blazers and jackets, and loose and flowy menswear shirts dresses. The line plays with leather, as seen in the overalls, and rare ostrich feathers. The girls favourite piece of the collection? "The silk drapey pant is the new skinny pant—it’s comfortable, flattering and looks great paired with heels,” Mary-Kate says.

I was in Zara yesterday and saw these exact leather overalls. It was on the sale rack. Possible foreshadowing? Photos provided by InStyle.
Writer: Kate Murphy

COACHELLA COUTURE ROUND-UP

2010-04-19T00:52:00.015-04:00

Photos provided by Just Jared & Celebrity-Gossip.

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TIE DYE DIY

2010-04-16T00:02:00.008-04:00

One of the trends spotted on the runways this season was tie dye. Not the old school 70's psychedelic throwback, but a much more modern and interesting tie dye. It was seen in Proenza Schouler's Spring/Summer 2010 collection (left) as well as Zac Posen's collection for Target (right).

Do-it-yourself tie dye seemed like a right of passage for every kid growing up. You'd tie off plain white t-shirts and dip them into bowls with all different colours. It always came out looking like a bad acid trip. It was more for fun than for fashion. But Jack McCullough and Lazaro Hernandez of Proenza Schouler, along with the help of Martha Stewart, are trying to turn DIY tie dye into something we can all wear. Check out this video of the design duo getting schooled by Martha in all things tie dye.

I will be heading to my local Michael's tomorrow to purchase that spray paint so I can get dying right away.

DIY Tie Dye...It's a good thing.

Photos provided bu My Fashion Life & Nitrolicious.
Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-04-15T00:22:00.006-04:00

2011 Bridal Fashion Weeks Shows - Coutorture

"Ask a Stylist" iPhone App - Wall Street Journal

Victoria's Secret comes to Canada - Montreal Gazette

"Canada is a small market -- probably the smallest fashion market in the world." Here's a good little read on fashion in Canada - CTV

H&M's Fashion Againsts AIDS Collection ad campaign - Nitrolicious

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Writer: Kate Murphy

Winter Kate Fall/Winter 2010

2010-04-12T10:25:00.007-04:00

Nicole Richie is giving us a first look at her Fall/Winter 2010 collection for her Winter Kate line. This time around the designs are a little darker than previous collections. Richie said she was inspired by a 2001 Johnny Depp movie: “My main source of inspiration was this movie called From Hell,” Richie told us. “It’s about the free masons and Jack the Ripper so it’s definitely about that time [period]. We have capes and cigarette pants, vests, jackets and blazers. There are cleaner lines and it’s a lot more simple.”

Winter Kate lovers shouldn't worry about an over-the-top gothic look. She still incorporates feminine touches to the collection. Flowy dressed, tailored pieces, and pops of colour are all still present.
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6126 Lookbook

2010-04-08T00:24:00.025-04:00

Trainwreck Lindsay Lohan has expanded her leggings line 6126 (in (dis)honour of Marilyn Monroe's birthday) to a full on collection which includes 280 pieces. The line ranges from $60 to $1000 and includes lots and lots of black, cardigans, dresses, and more freakin' leggings. None of it is particularly interesting or different, and most of it is availble at your local H&M for a fraction of the cost. I will say that the black leather alligator skirt her sister Ali is modeling in the next picture is pretty awesome.

However, the beginning of the lookbook states that the collection was inspired by “iconic Marilyn Monroe and the timeless, confident glamour she represents.” Now I know Lindsay Lohan claims to be an "actress" (and a "designer") and considers Marilyn one of her thespian idols, but this collection makes me think that she's never actually seen a picture of one of the world's most larger than life sex symbols. Call me crazy but when I think of Marilyn Monroe I don't think of black or leather or dominatrix, but what do I know...I wasn't in Herbie Fully Loaded (Zing!).
Photos provided by InStyle.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-04-07T10:07:00.005-04:00

Zac Posen's pop up shop for his Target collection - Coutorture

The new $1000 sweatpant - The Wall Street Journal

Lady Dior in Shanghai - Catwalk Queen

Twiggy's ugly fashion line. Is she for real with that vest? - Oh No They Didn't

Obey's Spring/Summer 2010 Lookbook - Nitrolicious

Photo provided by New York Mag.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LAGERFELD, COCO AND COCA-COLA

2010-04-06T00:03:00.005-04:00

Karl Lagerfeld claimed to have lost 90 lbs by consuming nothing but Diet Coke and steamed vegetables for a year. Lagerfeld loves his Coca-Cola. So much so that he hires Diet Coke butlers to make sure that whenever he has a craving, an ice cold, aspartame filled beverage will get to him ASAP.

Karl loves his zero calorie beverage so much that he has his own limited edition Karl Lagerfeld designed Coco-Cola Light bottle with his picture adorned on it. The bottle is aluminum and also features Lagerfeld's scripted signature. The box sets retails for about $81, which will be the most expensive pop you will ever buy.

Lagerfeld also photographed the ad campaign, which just happens to feature Canadian model Coco Rocha and Baptiste Giacobini. Both models are dressed in head-to-toe Chanel. Coco is actually holding Lagerfeld's favourite Lalique crystal goblet, which he uses to sip his Coca Cola Light (below).

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Writer: Kate Murphy

ELIZABETH & JAMES JEWELLERY

2010-04-05T00:02:00.007-04:00

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's popular line Elizabeth & James has expanded into a full fledged jewellery collection. Their Fall/Winter 2010 collection sees them continuing their collaboration with Robert Lee Morris, however, his name has been dropped from the collection because the girls were the sole designers.

The line features feathers, leather, diamonds, bar rings and it has an art-deco feel to it. Just like the clothing, E & J's jewellery is not cheap. Prices range from $55 all the way up to $1200, but the average price of is around $200. It will now sell in the more upscale department store Neiman Marcus instead of Bloomingdales.

Photo provided by Fashionista.

Writer: Kate Murphy

ZAC POSEN FOR TARGET LOOKBOOK

2010-04-01T22:58:00.011-04:00

Back in January we showed you a sneak peek at Zac Posen's capsule collection for Target. Zac Posen has now released the lookbook for the collection which hits stores and Target.com on April 25th to May 30th. The collection includes swimwear, menswear looks for women, prints, tie dye, dresses, and accessories such as shoes and hats. Prices are reasonable ranging from $16.99 for the Zac Posen Lipstick tee, to $199.99 for the Moto leather jacket.

Photos provided by Target.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-03-31T00:42:00.007-04:00

Z Spoke by Zac Posen Look Book - Nitrolicious

According to Anna Wintour it's the designers fault for extremely thin models not Vogue's - Fashionologie

Lourdes Ciccone becomes a "designer" - Yahoo

Is the end of American Apparel near? - New York Post

Fur is making a comeback among younger designers - LA Times

Photo provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LG FASHION WEEK FALL/WINTER 2010 SCHEDULE

2010-03-29T00:10:00.006-04:00

SUNDAY MARCH 28, 2010

By invitation only.
7:00 PM Event Doors Open
8:00 PM IZMA
9:00 PM The Party of Style I featuring DJ Honey Dijon

MONDAY MARCH 29, 2010
4:00 PM Gaudet
5:00 PM Jules Power
6:00 PM Preloved
7:00 PM School of Fashion, Ryerson University

TUESDAY MARCH 30, 2010
12:00 PM FGI Speed Networking Event
3:00 PM Orange by Angela Chen
4:00 PM Saniya Khan
5:00 PM Zoran Dobric
6:00 PM LOVAS Wesley Badanjak
6:15 PM The Power of LG Mobile
7:00 PM Pat McDonagh
8:00 PM LUNDSTROM debuts LUNDSTROM COLLECTION
9:00 PM Evan Biddell

WEDNESDAY MARCH 31, 2010
9:00AM-1:00PM The Power of Politics - Queen's Park
3:00 PM The Heart Truth Fashion Show
4:00 PM Dimitri-Chris
5:00 PM Katrina Tuttle
5:30 PM Jessica Biffi designs Plus for Addition Elle and MXM
6:30 PM Attitude. Only at Sears.
7:30 PM Andy The-Anh
8:30 PM Pink Tartan
9:30 PM Joe Fresh Style

THURSDAY APRIL 1, 2010
2:00 PM Shelli Oh (The Sanctuary @ The Music Gallery 197 John Street)
3:00 PM Coccolily
4:00 PM BASCH by Brandon
5:00 PM Lucian Matis
6:00 PM RUDSAK
7:00 PM Comrags
8:00 PM Barbie by David Dixon
David Dixon
9:30 PM Bustle
10:00 PM WOMEN X WOMEN Hosted by The Advocates (Thrush Holmes Empire, 1093 Queen St. W)
10:00 PM The Party of Style II featuring DJ Colleen Shannon

SATURDAY APRIL 3, 2010
10:00PM The Party of Style III (MUZIK)

Photo and information provided by LG Fashion Week.

Writer: Kate Murphy

STELLA McCARTNEY FOR GAP KIDS

2010-03-29T00:00:00.026-04:00

Stella McCartney has created a capsule collection for GAP Kids which hits stores on March 30th.

Photos provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-03-18T00:02:00.007-04:00

Get tea-bagged by Karl, Naomi and Donatella - Oh No They Didn't

The CFDA 2010 Fashion Award nominations - Nitrolicious.

Ummmm when did Liam Gallagher of Oasis become a fashion designer? - Coco Perez

13 year old fashion blogger Tavi Gevinson takes over our dream job! - Fashion Television

FT investigates the importance of blogging in fashion - Youtube

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Writer: Kate Murphy

FOXY LV

2010-03-16T12:17:00.013-04:00

Here's a look at Louis Vuitton's Fox Bag Charm in Rose. It also comes in Vert and Orange. To me it looks like a giant rabbit's foot. I wonder if it's supposed to bring you good luck as well? Anyways, you can pick it up at LouisVuitton.com.

Photos provided by The Purse Blog.

Writer: Kate Murphy

CRACK CLOTHES

2010-03-15T00:19:00.005-04:00

The mere thought of Amy Winehouse designing a clothing line is pure horror. When I think of Amy Winehouse and fashion I visualize a frizzy beehive, smudged eyeliner, bloody ballet shoes, and a crack pipe. It's sad, but it's also true.

She's managed to coerce Fred Perry to create her own 17 piece clothing line. “Amy has been wearing Fred Perry for years, so we were aware she was a genuine fan of the brand,” said Red Perry marketing direction, Richard Martin. “Amy has a unique sense of style that reflects the brand’s own historical reference points.” Amy's line is somewhat conservative; consisting of polo shirts, argyle, and skirts. The colour palette is minimal; blacks, pinks and greys.

Is Amy Winehouse truly capable of concentrating on anything for more than a minute? Apparently...according to Martin. “We had three major design meetings where she was closely involved in product style selection and the application of fabric, color and styling details...Amy gave crucial input on proportion, color and fit,” Martin said. “The range clearly has Amy’s handwriting.”

The collection will retail between $32 and $150 and will continue for four seasons. It will be sold at Fred Perry Authentic boutiques as well as a few select wholesalers.

I think Amy should put down the sketch pad and pick up the microphone.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-03-12T00:12:00.004-05:00

Oscar vs. Runway - Oh No They Didn't

H&M's Spring 2010 magazine featuring model turned designer Erin Wasson - Nitrolicous

Madonna's "Material Girl" comes to Macy's - All About Madonna

Alexander McQueen's final collection - New York Times

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Writer: Kate Murphy

ZARA SPRING LOOKBOOK PART 2

2010-03-11T22:46:00.017-05:00

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ZARA SPRING LOOKBOOK PART 1

2010-03-09T01:21:00.017-05:00

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ACADEMY AWARDS 2010 - WHAT THEY WORE

2010-03-08T00:25:00.025-05:00

Zoe Saldana in Givenchy (good from the waist up, not so much from the waist down).

Diane Kruger in Chanel.

Rachel McAdams in Elie Saab Haute Couture.

Maggie Gyllenhaal in Dries van Noten.

Meryl Streep in Chris March gown and Jimmy Choo "Zena" shoes.

Kristen Stewart in Monique Lhuillier and Bally shoes.

Kate Winslet in Yves Saint Laurent and $2.5 million worth of diamonds.

Cameron Diaz in Oscar de la Renta's Fall/Winter 2010 collection, Roger Vivier Haute Couture Sesame clutch, gold satin Wagner pumps by Brian Atwood and white gold jewelry by Cartier.

Amanda Seyfried in Armani Prive.

Photos and information provided by JustJared.
Writer: Kate Murphy

H&M HAS "THE BLUES"

2010-03-03T00:52:00.009-05:00

H&M's latest collection is fittingly titiled "The Blues". It conisists of every article of clothing being either blue or made of denim. Canadian model Daria Werbowy is again the model for H&M.

Photos provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

DSQUARED2 FALL/WINTER 2010

2010-03-02T10:49:00.012-05:00

In between the opening and closing ceremonies, DSquared2's Dan and Dean Caten jetted half way across the world to debut their Fall/Winter 2010 collection in their adopted city for Milan Fashion Week. Like every DSqaured2 collection, it's edgy, dark, and hard. The clothes make women powerful and in charge, while still being feminine. To view the entire collection click here.

Photos provided by Coutorture.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-03-01T00:46:00.006-05:00

Canadian model Jessica Stam will design a capsule collection for Macy's - Style Frizz

The September Issue dvd hits stores tomorrow - Jezebel

Vogue launches two new websites: one for curvier girls and one for black girls - Vogue

Gap and Banana Republic head to Milan - Coco Perez

Trend Alert: Grey Flannel Suit - Coutorture

Photo provided by Google Images.

Writer: Kate Murphy

RACHEL BILSON HEARTS SMYTHE

2010-02-24T13:35:00.005-05:00

Rachel Bilson and her Canadian fiance, Hayden Christensen, have been in Vancouver during the Olympic Games. In honour of her soon to be Canadian citizenship, Bilson has been spotted wearing Smythe jackets all over the Olympic city. Rachel was seen leaving the Hudson Bay Company gifting suite wearing what is known as the "Bay blanket" jacket. Smythe has reinterpretted the classic Canadian coat and it was featured in a recent copy of FLARE magzine. Rachel was also seen wearing "The Smythe Black Swing Coat" while getting coffee with Hayden.

The HBC blanket jacket went out of style for a while, but I have a feeling it's back in a big way!

Fun Fact: I sold Hayden the hat he's wearing on Valentine's Day in Niagara on the Lake where he and Rachel had a romantic getaway. It's a Canadian hat by Tilley.

Photos provided by LaineyGossip and Smythe.
Writer: Kate Murphy

MCQUEEN'S FINAL COLLECTION

2010-02-23T11:29:00.019-05:00

This is the final collection for Alexander McQueen's second label, McQ. The collection is inspired by Britains 80`s punk scene. It features bold colours such as red and yellow, lots of studs, and sleeveless shirts. One controversial element of the line is the haircut on the model. When coupled with the clothes, the model resembles a `skinhead`. However, McQueen was never one to waver from controversy.Source
Writer: Kate Murphy

DARIA WERBOWY IN VOGUE MARCH 2010

2010-02-22T00:17:00.010-05:00

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Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-02-19T00:23:00.013-05:00

One of Alexander McQueen's last designs was Canadian inspired - Globe and Mail

Is Coco Rocha too fat to be a model? - New York Daily News

Coco's response. Preach Coco, preach! - Oh So Coco

New York Fashion Weeks Top 10 Trends - FLARE

See all of Alexander McQueen's designs since 2001 - OH NO THEY DIDN'T

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Writer: Kate Murphy

SCORSESE + CHANEL

2010-02-17T10:34:00.007-05:00

Chanel has hired Oscar winning director Martin Scorsese to direct a commercial for the labels next foray into men's fragrance. The ad will star French actor Gaspard Ulliel, who is the face of the fragrance.

“Chanel has a tradition several decades long of working with the most prominent movie directors in the world,” D’Avack said. “To work with Martin Scorsese, who is one of the best, if not the best movie director alive today, is a privilege Chanel has been seeking for quite some time."

This isn't the first time Chanel has teamed up with a Hollywood director. Baz Luhrmann directed Nicole Kidman and Jean-Pierre Jeaunet directed Audrey Tatou, both for CHanel No. 5 fragrance ads..

“In the case of Martin Scorsese, we knew we would definitely have a man’s world full of complexity that is also adrenaline-driven, and of course, amazing images.”

The ad will debut in September.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

THE ROW MEN'S SPRING/SUMMER 2010 COLLECTION

2010-02-16T00:05:00.008-05:00

The best part of Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's The Row Spring/Summer 2010 collection is their choice of model. James Ransone is a really talented actor who starred in the critically acclaimed HBO show The Wire. He also played an obnoxious, smart ass yet loveable soldier in HBO's amazingly awesome mini series Generation Kill. If this is your first introduction to James "PJ" Ransone...well you're welcome.

Back to the clothes! Another interesting element of this collection is its normality. The Row is supposed to be the luxery line for MK and Ashley. Elizabeth and James is their more wearable collection. Yet in their first foray into menswear, the twins kept things simple with leather jackets, blazers, black slacks and plain tees. However, a 90's inspired vision can be seen in the wash and cut of the denim.

This collection had me at James Ransone.

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Writer: Kate Murphy

WATCH NY FASHION WEEK ONLINE

2010-02-12T00:02:00.010-05:00

Alexander Wang – February 13th at 5:00pm EST on SHOWstudio
Calvin Klein – men’s collection on February 14th at 2pm EST on calvinkleincollection.com
Calvin Klein – women’s collection on February 18th at 3pm EST on calvinkleincollection.com
G-Star – February 16th at 7pm EST on G-Star.com
Isaac Mizrahi -February 18th at 12pm EST on isaacmizrahiny.com/meet_isaac
Lacoste – February 13th at 10:30am EST on facebook.com/Lacoste
Marc Jacobs – February 15th at 8pm EST on marcjacobs.com
Michael Kors – February 17th at 10am EST on michaelkors.com
Perry Ellis – February 15 at 7pm EST on perryellis.com
Marc Bouwer – February 18th at 9am EST on marcbouwer.com
Michael Angel – February 12th at 12pm EST on michaelangel.net
Rodarte – February 16th at 12:00pm EST on SHOWstudio
William Rast – February 17th at 7pm EST on williamrast.com/acloserlookfromsony
Photo provided by Google Images.
Writer: Kate Murphy

RIP

2010-02-11T11:26:00.003-05:00

Lee Alexander McQueen : March 17 1969 - February 11 2010

Photo provided by Google Images.

Writer: Kate Murphy

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER FOR TARGET

2010-02-11T00:00:00.026-05:00

Jean Paul Gaultier is another name on the long list of couture designers designing capsule collections for department stores. JPG has created an Americana, rock 'n' roll, punk rock inspired line for Target. Prices are affordable, ranging from $17.99 to $199.99. The collection will first be released on Target.com then hit select stores on March 7, 2010 and will be available until April 11, 2010.Photos provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-02-09T11:58:00.006-05:00

Want to know what Kate, Naomi, and Daria look like naked? Well here's your chance. - OH NO THEY DIDN'T

Fashion's first 3-D editorial - Baldovino Barani

Marc Jacobs sues uber douchebag Christian Audgier. It's about damn time! - Millars & Associates

Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2010 Handbags & Accessories - Nitrolicious

The Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition and cover model have been revealed - Just Jared

Photo provided by Baldovino Barani

Writer: Kate Murphy

ZARA LOOKBOOK

2010-02-08T01:31:00.016-05:00

Zara released their lookbook for their Spring-Summer 2010 collection. The collection features a muted palette of whites, browns, tans, and some blues and soft pinks. The collection is safari inspired (trench coats, khakis) and is still continuing on the trend of menswear for women.

The line is in stores now!

Photos provided by Zara.

Writer: Kate Murphy

ALDO SHOE DIARIES

2010-02-05T00:23:00.014-05:00

Photos provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-02-04T02:26:00.006-05:00

ROCOCO by Coco Rocha - OH NO THEY DIDN'T

WRONG on so many levels - The Hollywood Gossip

Mary-Kate and Ashley debut Olsenboye - Youtube

Watch Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter 2010 show live online - Nitrolicous

True Blood > Twilight for Calvin Klein - EW.com

Photo provided by EW.com

Writer: Kate Murphy

CHANEL FALL/WINTER 2010

2010-01-28T10:55:00.013-05:00

To view the entire collection click here.

Photos provided by Coutorture.

Writer: Kate Murphy

SPANX SWIMWEAR

2010-01-27T11:32:00.006-05:00

Spanx body shapers have finally come out with a line of swimsuits just in time for summer. They are made of breathable mesh which flattens and smoothes the stomach, back and hips. Prices range from $58 for a bikini bottom to $178 for a one piece. All of the suits are available at Spanx.com.

Photos provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

LOOSE THREADS

2010-01-26T00:12:00.004-05:00

The Row now has a website - The Row

Vivienne Westwood Menswear Fall/Winter 2010 - Tom & Lorenzo

Rachel Zoe's 20 wardrobe staples - rachelzoe.com

There are no words. - People/jwoww.com

Snakebitten by McQueen - Dose.ca

H&M...in trouble again - ecouterre.com

Lilo trying to pimp her leggings claiming it's for a good cause. How about you just donate the money and spare yourself the humiliation - Coco Perez

Photo provided by Google Images.
Writer: Kate Murphy

LV FLIPS THE SCRIPT

2010-01-22T12:12:00.004-05:00

Louis Vuitton has turned the camera on Anna Leibovitz. Usually the famed photographer is the one taking the pictures for Louis Vuitton's core values campaign, but this time Leibovitz is posing alongside Mikhail Baryshnikov. The ads will hit magazines on February 1st.

Photo provided by WWD.
Writer: Kate Murphy

UNGARO PRE-FALL 2010

2010-01-21T15:06:00.008-05:00

Photos provided by The Fashion Spot.

Writer: Kate Murphy

ZAC POSEN FOR TARGET

2010-01-19T00:01:00.026-05:00

A sneak peak of Zac Posen's capsule collection for Target just hit the web. Out of all the high end fashion designers collaborations with department stores, I have to say Zac's is by far the best. It's rings pretty true with his style, while not coming across as cheap, boring or basic. The prices are reasonable starting at $19.99 (gold bikini top) and going up to $199.99 (Moto leather jacket).

You'll have to wait until April 25th to get your hands on the goods.

Photos provided by Fashionista.

Writer: Kate Murphy

HOTTIES FOR ARMANI

2010-01-14T12:42:00.007-05:00

Photos provided by Moment 24.

Posted by Kate Murphy

MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK

2010-01-13T11:10:00.007-05:00

Here's the schedule for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week coming up shortly from February 11-18, 2010.This marks the last time Mew York Fashion Week will be held at Bryant Park before it relocates to the Lincoln Center.

Photo provided by Mercedez-Benz Fashion Week
Writer: Kate Murphy

ROLLING STONE OFFSPRING

2010-01-12T09:28:00.007-05:00

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger's daughter, Georgia May Jagger, will be the new face of Versace's Spring/Summer 2010 ad campaign. Georgia is following in her famous mothers footsteps. Her mother is Jerry Hall who also modelled for Versace 20+ years ago. Georgia was recently voted model of the year by the British Fashion Awards.

The photos were shot in November 2009 by famed fashion photographer Mario Testino and will hit magazines in February 2010. The collection is inspired by Tim Burton's remake of Alice in Wonderland.

Photos provided by Red Carpet Fashion Awards.

WriteR: Kate Murphy

WASTE NOT, WANT NOT

2010-01-07T08:56:00.003-05:00

Here's a really great article from the New York Times written by Jim Dwyer about popular department stores such as H&M and Wal-Mart destroying clothing and then throwing it out. The article talks about the political, social, and environmental ramifications of such negligent behaviour. Click on the photo above to go to the article.

Photo provided by the New York Times.

Writer: Kate Murphy

BURBERRY SPRING/SUMMER 2010

2010-01-06T10:22:00.007-05:00

Emma Watson again stars in the new ad campaign for Burberry's Spring/Summer 2010 collection. She's not the only Watson to be front and centre, however. Her younger brother Alex (above, far left) also stars alongside his big sis. To view more of the spread and a behind the scene video click here.

Photos provided by Lainey Gossip.

Writer: Kate Murphy

AMERICAL APPAREL SPRING/SUMMER 2010 LOOKBOOK

2010-01-05T09:30:00.021-05:00

Must have those adorable heart tights!

Photos provided by Nitrolicious.

Writer: Kate Murphy

CHANEL SPRING/SUMMER 2010

2009-12-31T15:08:00.005-05:00

Here are the ads for Chanel's Spring/Summer 2010 collection. The ads feature Claudia Schiffer, Baptiste Giabiconi and Freja Beha Erichson. The ads were shot in Buenos Aires by Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld.

Photos provided by Nitrolicous.

Writer: Kate Murphy