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January 19, 2012

HEADLINES: Rachel Bilson Raps, J.Lo is a Proud Cougar, and Chanel Iman is a Photoshop Fail.

Holy contoured cleavage Batman! Ugh. Sometimes Eva Longoria’s TRY just looks exhausting. Like the tutu and the lace weren’t enough, she had to bronze her chest like a statue too? Who designed this dress anyway? The slutty ballerina look? My money is on Marchesa! (Twitter)

Jesus. When will this Telenovela end? Re-tweeting love cheese? Really J.Lo? HE’S NOT EVEN HOT! Your move Skeletor. (People)

We can all relax, now. DMX and Eve have both confirmed a Ruff Ryders reunion! Stop. Drop. (TMZ)

This is Cindy Crawford’s 10-year-old daughter Kaia Gerber. She’s a model too. AT TEN! What’s next? 5-year-old pop stars? Babies singing on the radio? Wait … (Lainey Gossip)

It’s been a big week for TV. Joey, who seemed to be most affected by the Friend’s Curse, made a huge comeback at the Globes. And Rachel Bilson just tore apart Mischa Barton (literally) while simultaneously claiming the only win from The O.C.’s core cast. (Just Jared)

Cartoon Couture is trending! This week’s instalment? Fashion according to the Simpsons. (Fashionista)

From the Vintage Video Vault, Grace Jones and Azzedine Alaia circa 1985-ish on the set of A View to a Kill. This is fashion porn. (Fashion Week Daily)

Attention all you New Year’s Resolution Dieters: even Chanel Iman is photo-shopped! (Huff Post Style)

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January 5, 2012

12 Fashion Exhibits We Want To See In 2012

Tremendous success would be an understatement describing 2011′s Alexander McQueen exhibit at The Met. So, we’ve put together a little list of the 12 fashion exhibits we’d consider travelling around the world for in 2012. read more…

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November 1, 2011

HEADLINES: Alaia is Chillin’ Like A Villian, Scarjo Knows Her Best Angles for Nudie Pics, and Jessica Simpson is Pregnant. Yawn.

Scarlett Johansson covers this month’s Vanity Fair and despite being notoriously private the actress reveals that THOSE photos were only intended for her ex-hubby’s eyes. As for those racy poses? Scarjo simply says, “I know my best angles.” Whoa! Scarlett and Ryan were basically recluses their entire marriage and now she’s over-sharing and he’s getting papped every 5 minutes with Blake. What’s going on? (Popsugar)

It’s official. Jessica Simpson is pregnant. The sky is blue. Bears shit in the forest. Yawn. (People)

Now this is a collaboration I can get on board with! Will Smith’s Overbook Entertainment and Queen Latifah’s Flavor Unit are set to produce a daytime talk show hosted by my Queenie! Yes, her production company is called Flavor Unit! FLAVOR UNIT! How can you not love this woman? I’m telling you Queenie is the shit. (The Hollywood Reporter)

Before the Chloe Paddington, even before the Fendi Spy there was the Fendi Baguette. Some say it was EVEN the first ever ‘It’ bag. Baguette had her day in the sun (namely on the arm of Carrie Bradshaw) but as with all things ‘It’ her popularity soon faded. Long story short – hope you didn’t donate yours to Goodwill because that bitch is back! (The Purse Blog)

Vogue Italia’s latest spread features an editorial of models riding the … subway!? In couture, no less! Yeah, because that’s exactly where I would wear my one-of-a-kind billion dollar creation; on the crusty ass subway! (The Gloss)

Geeze the more I learn about Azzedine Alaia the more I really, really like him. The sometimes Single Lady seems like a really easy-going and chill guy. When asked about fast-fashion retailers like H&M and Zara Alaia responded, “Listen, everyone copies.” Word. (Stylite)

Where were these Brandages when we were writing our Useless Designer Things piece? (Animal NY)

Posted by Jessica Di Clemente | Tagged Azzedine Alaia, Brandages, Carrie Bradshaw, Fendi, Jessica Simpson, news, Queen Latifah, scarlett johansson, Vanity Fair, Vogue Italia, Will Smith

October 14, 2011

HEADLINES: Lepoards are Dying, Alexa Chung is Returning to TV, and The Murse is Taking Over.

It’s Stacey Keibler’s 32^nd birthday tomorrow. So George Clooney took her to Mexico – standard. And he brought along all her friends – generous! Or he’s just really, really smart. (Twitter)

Coco Rocha spoke to British Vogue recently about the pressures of modelling. Coco argues that models are scouted far too young and believes this needs to change. Sureeee, cause she was so resistant to becoming a model when she was scouted at 14. You loved it. You know it. (Vogue UK)

Nicole Richie really loves her leopard. Girl rocked leopard heels for business and leopard flats for pleasure. I think she’s been hanging out with the Kardashians too much! (Popsguar)

Speaking of dead leopards; Giambattista Valli for Macy’s is here. Peep the entire collection here. Was there a leopard genocide we weren’t informed of? (FabSugar)

Alexa Chung will be back on television! Her show 24 Hour Catwalk has been picked up by Lifetime (at least someone picked it up). As for the show; it’s being pitched as a younger, hipper Project Runway. Yay for originality! (Fashionologie)

Not only is Azzedine Alaia a fan of Kanye West; he’s a huge Beyonce fan as well. In fact he listens to her daily and can do the entire Single Ladies dance. Officially obsessed with this little factoid. (Telegraph)

WUTTTT? House of Harlow makes handbags? Yes, yes they do! AND – they are amazing! (The Purse Blog)

The ‘Murse’ is on the rise! Everyone from Lil Wayne to Jude Law has been rocking this look; making it official that the man-bag is having its moment. (The Daily Beast)

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October 7, 2011

Awesome People Hanging Out Together: KANYE WEST EDITION

Yeah, we know; we’re sorry! Forgive us for shoving this so called ‘fashion’ in your face again. Just look away from the fur backpack with unnecessarily long leather strings and focus on the front row. Focus on the Awesome (with the exception of LiLo) People Hanging Out Together! read more…

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June 23, 2011

Azzedine Alaia is a Hater, Rosie Huntington-Whitely Should Stick to Modeling and Naomi Campbell Thinks “Jeans are Like Pasta.” These are Today’s Style Headlines.

Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Megan Fox’s Transformers replacement, is on the cover of Maxim’s latest issue pouting her famous lips and squishing her boobs together. I don’t know if I can bare to see Transformers 3 because I suspect Rosie’s acting will ruin her perfection. It’s what I call ‘The Tyra Banks’ effect. (Hollywood Tuna)

The heat on Milan’s runways is enough to make you sweat. I swear I haven’t seen this many six-packs since my last trip to The Beer Store. (Too Fab)

Kate Middleton is said to be preparing her wardrobe for her 11-day North American Tour. People reports that the Duchess will not accept any free clothing from designers and intends to pay for everything she wears. Sounds respectable in theory; but seeing as she has no real income it’s not HER bank that she will be breaking. Yay for tax dollars! (The Cut)

Naomi Campbell has designed a 15-piece denim collection for Fiorucci. Campbell explains the versatility of denim with an interesting simile stating, “jeans are like pasta.” Pretty sure Naomi never eats pasta, but I’ll let this one slide. (Styleite)

Azzedine Alaia is one out-spoken dude. His most recent targets? Karl Lagerfeld and Anna Wintour; calling them both out for being phonies when it comes to fashion. Damn that’s ballsy! (Huffpost Style)

So clearly I need to win the lottery and hire Petra Flannery as my stylist immediately. How much is Lotto 649’s jackpot this week? (Refinery 29)

John Galliano had his day in court yesterday with the trial lasting almost 7 hours. After denying (over and over) any recollection of his actions the ex Mr. Dior will have to wait until Sept. 8 to hear the court’s verdict. Cliffhangers are such a tease! (Fashionologie)

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