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David Beckham - Still in the game

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 02:02:46 -0400

David Beckham stars in Esquire UK’s September cover story. David not on the team, still in the game. Photos by Josh Olins.

Get creative with color - M·A·C Illustrated

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 01:32:55 -0400

Art and glamour are drawn together by three renowned illustrators, transforming their classic makeup bags into mini masterpieces. Features lined interiors in complementing patterns, top zipper closure and looped handle. Available in two sizes. Limited edition. M·A·C Illustrated.

Chloë Sevigny for XOXO The Mag

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 01:31:31 -0400

Chloë Sevigny is XOXO The Mag’ guest of honor this month. This Istanbul-based XOXO had grabbed a chance to speak with her in LA, and to top it off, their interview was made by Tim Goossens who was MoMA PS1’s curator and fordPROJECTS’s creative director before. Enjoy the backstage video.

Men’s Club 1969-1970 – A Look Inside

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 01:29:56 -0400

Selectism flicks through some true 70s styles on Japan’s Men’s Club . The title remains a collector’s item for fans across the globe. Also, check out their previous Ivy Centric issue coverage.

DARKER PALETTES ACROSS ATHLETES’ LOOKS

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 09:00:59 -0400

Looks for top seed professional tennis athletes are drenched in darker color palettes – an apparel and footwear trend we couldn’t ignore when we first started to see images from various brands on our computer screens over the past few weeks. Nike has three of its players steering towards the dark with Roger Federer and Serena Williams outfitted in shades of regal navy while Maria Shapova’s nighttime ensemble consists of a black tennis dress and black kicks. Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are equally sporting shades of darker blues and greys from their sponsors UNIQLO and adidas, respectively. And, Caroline Wozniacki opted for an all black kit from head-to-toe. via stylesight.

Isetan Mitsukoshi Evolves With the Times (tokyo)

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 08:54:17 -0400

Once the titans of the Japanese retail scene, department stores are now faced with the challenge of maintaining a strong customer base against stiff competition from online and smaller-scale, specialized retailers. As Japan’s luxury market remains largely stagnant, many of these stores are forced to look for new revenue streams that will set them apart from their competitors, while at the same time helping the companies stay profitable. Continue on WWD

L'Oréal Paris - 18 carat nails

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:52:06 -0400

L’Oréal Paris digs deeper into nail art with the launch of 3D nail stickers, inspired by precious metals and diamonds. Nail stickers are sweeping our streets as the latest fashion must-have, and amongst the best we’ve foudn L’Oreal’s six 3D effect stickers. The man behind the nails is Tom Bachik, the company’s new manicure expert who was nicknamed “The Rad Manicurist” by the US fashion editors and celebrities who swear by him. via Vogue Paris.

Calvin Klein - CK One Dark Matter

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:31:09 -0400

Calvin Klein will release this fall a new make-up range ‘Ck One Dark Matter.’ Black is the star color of the next season and it can be seen on most of the runways. So, no wonder Calvin Klein launches a completely “dark” make-up collection. The new range showcases a deep black eye shadow for a glossy effect, red berries or red vinyl lipsticks, as well as metallic black varnishes. The Australian model Abbey Lee Kershaw is the face of Ck One Dark Matter collection, which will be available starting this September. via 44fashionstreet

H&M magazine “LET’S GET PHYSICAL” editorial

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:29:10 -0400

Saskia de Brauw stars in the “Let’s Get Physical” editorial for H&M Fall 2012. Photographed by Lachlan Bailey.

Alexander Wang Fall 2012 Ready to Wear

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:19:49 -0400

Kati Nescher photographed by David Sims for Alexander Wang Fall 2012 advertisement

Engineered Garments × BEAMS PLUS ‘GLASSFIELD SHIRTS

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:17:32 -0400

Engineered Garments team up with Beams+ once again, this time on offer – the ‘Glassfield’ shirt. Buttons and tabs all over this one, the middle strap is designed to hold your binoculars when out hunting. via selectism. Available at BEAMS online store.

Gisele Bündchen for David Yurman [video]

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:16:35 -0400

Gisele Bündchen pour David Yurman by VOGUEPARIS Following in the footsteps of Arizona Muse and Joan Smalls, it’s Gisele Bündchen’s turn to front a David Yurman campaign. Gisele was shot by Peter Lindbergh, horseback riding on Malibu beach.

Rent the Runway Partnering With W Hotels in NY for Fashion Week

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:14:56 -0400

Rent the Runway, the Web site for renting designer dresses and accessories, has its sights on the travel market. Rent the Runway “closets” at the W Union Square, W Times Square, W New York and W Downtown hotels in Manhattan will be set up Sept. 5 for fashion week. “Since we’ve launched two years ago, we’ve found that 20 percent of our orders were being shipping to hotels,” said Jennifer Hyman, cofounder of Rent the Runway. That led to discussions with W Hotels, which is providing Rent the Runway free lobby space for the closets. They’ll be curated by fashion director Lucy Sykes and manned by Rent the Runway stylists with iPads so renters can view the Web site for further options. Items can be picked up on the spot or ordered off the site for delivery. Each closet will display two dozen dresses, as well as jewelry and accessories, and styles will change daily to highlight designers showing that day. For W Union Square and W Downtown, there will be edgier brands and designers including Opening Ceremony, Yigal Azrouël and Erin Fetherson, to reflect the neighborhoods. At the uptown hotels, there will be a traditional array including Halston Heritage, Badgley Mischka and Vera Wang. “People are renting for special occasions,” Hyman said. “Travel is a special occasion and renting clothes while traveling is the ultimate convenience. You can travel without suitcases.” WWD

Fall Footwear Top Pieces - Alaïa

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 06:09:52 -0400

Two-tone low-boots in suede with elastic sides, €930. via

Patrycja Gardygajlo Orthodox Style for L’Officiel Paris

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:48:10 -0400

Looking towards Orthodox Judaism for inspiration, the September issue of L’Officiel Paris enlists Alexander Neumann for a story featuring dark fall fashions with a demure twist. More photos on FGR

Patrycja Gardygajlo Orthodox Style for L’Officiel Paris

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:47:50 -0400

Looking towards Orthodox Judaism for inspiration, the September issue of L’Officiel Paris enlists Alexander Neumann for a story featuring dark fall fashions with a demure twist. More photos on FGR

Grand Slam! Designers Create Tennis Balls

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:58:41 -0400

In honor of the U.S. Open, which began today, eleven designers—and one tennis legend—embarked on trademark customizations that hit the classic tennis ball into a new and glamorous realm. Bolder than your average tennis ball, Eddie Borgo strikes a winning ace with his characteristic cones and spikes. (above) More.

Anorak

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 04:08:13 -0400

ANORAK ’Æ-NUH-’RAAK N: A WEATHERPROOF JACKET OF SKIN OR CLOTH, WITH HOOD ATTACHED, ORIGINALLY WORN BY THE INUIT OF GREENLAND AND OTHER POLAR REGIONS. (VMAN) The wears from Dior Homme, Louis Vuitton, Lanvin, John Galliano, Raf Simons, Calvin Klein, Yohji Yamamoto, 3.1 Phillip Lam, Nike, Uniqlo and others were styled by Tom Van Dorpe. Photos by Sharif Hamza.

Garance Doré for Kate Spade

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 03:50:34 -0400

The New York label Kate Spade asks French fashion blogger, photographer, illustrator and new Vogue Paris columnist Garance Doré to create a fun new capsule collection. Read more on Vogue Paris.

Y-3 Fall Winter 2012

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 22:44:59 -0400

Fall Winter 2012. New season, fresh start. Check out new collection on Y-3.