Ask a group of fashionistas for a definition of “Haute Couture” and you will get a different answer from each of them. Fashion historians will give you a rundown of the great names and likely explain that the designation is only used by designers recognized by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture. Others might …
John Galliano Appeals Court Decision John Galliano’s lawyer has appealed a verdict by a Paris labor court. They rejected the designer’s claims of wrongful dismissal after he was fired from Christian Dior and his namesake house for making racist and anti-Semitic comments in 2011. The drama continued as Chantal Giraud-van Gaver of Coblence & Associés announced the …
Dana Thomas’ new book, “Gods and Kings: The Rise and Fall of Alexander McQueen and John Galliano,” tells the backstory of the two iconic designers. Reportedly, it’s got more information than you ever imagined about the designer’s lives. The book is also full of interesting details about every fashion show each of the two designers …
Coach to Debut Men’s Collection Stuart Vevers will make his men’s wear debut for Coach next month. Taking place at London Collections: Men, the creative director is set to show the new ready-to-wear collection. “This is the first big step in the right direction for men. I want to create something that will have an …
Butter & Something Bleu Discounts on women’s fall/winter shoes. Sample shoes are $60, stock shoes are $100, and boots are $300. Cash only. Monday, November 3 through Tuesday, November 4. Daily 9am—6pm. 307 Seventh Ave New York, NY 212-366-1822 Components By John McCoy Stock up for fall/winter on men’s European sportswear, pants, knits, sweaters, shirts, …
