Haute Historian: American Preppy
“I have always been inspired by the dream of America” is the beginning of a quote from Ralph Lauren that is posted on his web site. Lauren is the man and designer who is most recognized for creating clothing that reflects preppy American style. But while Lauren may be the most acknowledged name of America’s …
Beauty Buzz. Donna Karan Plans Debut of Latest Fragrance, Woman.
It’s been a long time coming but Donna Karan is returning to the fragrance arena with her latest statement scent, Woman. Slated for an August launch, Woman is the latest project that, “represents Donna’s supportive messages to women,” said Veronique Gabai-Pinsky, global brand president Karan’s fragrance licensee. “She has always tried to enhance every woman’s …
LIke It or Loathe It: Blake Lively's New Ad for Gucci
It seems like only yesterday that Blake Lively came onto the scene. Renown for her bubbly, yet slightly bitchy character on cult series Gossip Girl, Lively has quickly transcended the small screen and has been making her rounds as a fashion industry darling. First she became the object of Karl Lagerfeld’s attention, sitting front row …
Today's Fashion Headlines. June 28, 2012.
Nordstrom to Hit NYC – The Update! For quite some time, people have been wondering if Nordstrom could make it in New York City. According the WWD, they believe the beloved department store can. NYC shoppers tend to be fickle and do not seem to show loyalty to many stores, and customers (and Second City Style …
Designer Dish. Dolce & Gabbana Will Show First Ever Couture Collection.
The Financial Times confirmed yesterday that the mass of recent rumors are indeed true: Italian luxury label Dolce & Gabbana will create a small couture collection for the first time, to be shown July 9th to a group of clients in Taormina, Sicily. Designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana chose to stage their premiere far …
