Posted 53 minutes, 47 seconds ago. on May 24, 2012 by Joanna

Refinery29 has an interesting piece on the business of fashion knock-offs complete with illustrations detailing the process from the runway originals to the cheaper copies sold in stores. (Refinery29)
Recent mother and Russian top model Sasha Pivovarova shared a photo of her newborn daughter Mia Isis on Twitter, and it’s adorable. (Fashionologie)
The CFDA Awards will be broadcasted live for the first time on Style.com this June 5th. This year will mark the 50th anniversary of the prestigious award ceremony whose past winners for womenswear include Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler and Marc Jacobs. (Style)
In model news, Lara Stone appeared in a recent music video Hot Chip’s “Night & Day” video showing off her best assets in a wire bustier. (The Cut)
Supermodel Cindy Crawford appears skeptic if Vogue’s recent health initiative will actually effect change. “If consumers don’t like it that models are too skinny, or too young, and they don’t buy the magazines, then believe me, then the magazines will have to change,” says Crawford. (Jezebel)
Photo: Sasha Pivovarova with her daughter Mia Isis via Sasha’s Twitter
Posted 1 day, 19 hours ago. on May 22, 2012 by Joanna

In a move similar to Tom Ford, Hedi Slimane’s first two collections for YSL (the womenswear resort and menswear shows) will only be shown to fashion buyers. The fashion press is not invited. (The Cut)
Spanish label Blanco is now re-branding as Suite Blanco. (The Fashionisto)
Supermodel Naomi Campbell turned 42 today. She spent her birthday in the biblical town of Bethlehem. (The Associated Press)
Gucci won its copyright case again Guess. The judge awarded Gucci $4.7 million out of the original request for $221 million. (Fashionista)
Gisele Bundchen is rumored to be pregnant with her second child. (The Cut)
Photo credit: Naomi Campbell by Simon Harris
Posted 1 year, 1 month ago. on April 13, 2011 by Joanna

From Nina Ricci to Valentino, Vogue takes a look at Reese Witherspoon’s most memorable red carpet moments. (Vogue)
See Lady Gaga’s cover shoot for May’s Harper’s Bazaar featuring McQueen, Mulger and more. (Nicola Formichetti)
Vivienne Westwood answers 20 Odd questions for the Wall Street Journal’s “Off Duty” Section. (WSJ)
Earlier this month, news hit that Christophe Decarnin was out as the creative director of Balmain. With news of his successor expected in the next few days–insiders say it will be an unknown. (The Cut)
Grazia UK has a roundup fall 2011 campaign new so far. (Grazia UK)
Miu Miu cleared of using ‘too skinny’ model in advertising campaign (Telegraph)
Victoria’s Secret launched a hot bridal collection called Sexy Little Bride. Check out its smoldering lookbook and video starring Lily Aldridge. (Racked)
Prada has been on the cover of 48 fashion glossies and counting… (Fashionista)
Posted 1 year, 2 months ago. on March 23, 2011 by Joanna

After appearing on Wall Street Journal Magazine’s April cover, Anna Wintour is featured in a written piece for the publication. (WSJ)
The Cut has a slide show of the Elizabeth Taylor’s (RIP) most memorable style moments. (The Cut)
See StyleCaster’s latest photo feature with Andrej Pejic. The androgynous model wears womenswear and makeup. (StyleCaster)
Watch Keira Knightley’s mini-movie for Coco Mademoiselle (Grazia UK)
Sessilee Lopez‘s mom has written a book titled Making a Supermodel. One of her most interesting tidbits, describes a model eating cotton balls dipped in orange juice to stay thin. (Fashionista)
Doutzen Kroes is back in model shape after giving birth to her son just eight weeks ago. (Daily Mail)
Image by Mario Testino / WSJ
Posted 1 year, 2 months ago. on March 18, 2011 by Joanna

Andrej Pejic appears in the latest Dazed & Confused, covered in gold and metal for a new look from the androgynous model. (The Fashionisto)
Speaking of male models, Dior Homme creative director Kris van Assche says male models are more beautiful nowadays. (The Cut, Dazed Digital)
Karl Lagerfeld drew a sketch of Coco Chanel for the re-release of Justine Picardie’s biography on the fashion icon. (Huffington Post, WWD)
Although not officially confirmed by Dior yet, those in the fashion industry are continuing to tweet about Riccardo Tisci being named as the creative director. (The Cut)
Do you believe that this is the world’s first unretouched makeup ad? (Grazia UK)
Vogue takes a look at its April cover star Rihanna’s best red carpet looks. (Vogue)
In the wake of Japan’s earthquake tragedy, fashion has been particularly crippled in Japan. H&M recently closed 9 out of 10 of their stores and other retailers have closed shops. (Yahoo News, WWD)
Posted 1 year, 2 months ago. on March 11, 2011 by Joanna

Actress Kate Winslet gets steamy for a new Lancome television spot. (Grazia UK)
The Cut lists fall 2011′s top ten new faces. Did your favorites make the grade? (The Cut)
Milan Vukmirovic has left his position as the creative director of Trussardi. It was a mutual decision. (WWD)
“John Galliano does not deserve this,” says one his accusers, Philipe Virgitti. He also thinks the embattled designer is not an anti-Semite, but ill. (Racked)
Neiman Marcus enters the blogosphere with NMDaily, “a fashion blog providing daily updates from the front lines of the design world”. Check out its behind the scenes look at Chanel’s fall 2011 show. (Neiman Marcus)