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Watch the Marni For H&M Video Directed by Sofia Coppola - Plus, Behind the Scenes

Christina Perez — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:31:29 PST

>> Sofia Coppola's highly anticipated Marni for H&M video has finally arrived. Starring Imogen Poots and set to Bryan Ferry's "Avalon," the film is filled with exactly the kinds of dreamy shots and lingering stares one would expect. "I wanted to do something artful that would represent Marni," Coppola explains. And so, Poots and a host of well-dressed friends drive through the palm-tree-filled countryside, lounge in the sun, and just generally enjoy the sweet life in Marrakesh. Watch the full version of the video here, then see below for a behind-the-scenes look at the shoot.

A First Look at the Undercover Uniqlo Collection

Christina Perez — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:52:06 PST

>> Campaign images of Jun Takahashi's Undercover Uniqlo collection have been released. Via the capsule's newly live website, the four campaign images depict an attractive family of six dressed head to toe in comfy-chic weekend classics: there are stripey-sleeve tops, khaki jackets, cardigan sweaters, and printed pants - in short, just the kind of clothing one would wear to engage in wholesome family fun. "Clothing for the families of today," the retailer explains. "It is the unity of Uniqlo's high-quality basic clothing, and the Undercover line of street-influences, high-end fashion. It represents the modern family style, and seeks to inspire the world from Tokyo." The 105-piece collection - made up of 34 items for women, 43 items for men, and 32 items for children and babies - hits stores March 16 and is priced from around $11 to $105. [Shophound, Racked]

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The Next Macy's Designer Is Alberta Ferretti

Christina Perez — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:47:51 PST

>> Alberta Ferretti's Impulse collection hits Macy's stores April 17. Inspired by the Amalfi Coast, the 30-piece capsule is comprised of peasant blouses, abstract floral prints, and voile dresses, and will be priced from $49 to $119. "The collection I created is fresh and bright, featuring light summer clothing that evokes the spirit of my beautiful country and is at the same time true to my style," Ferretti explained. "She appeals to an international consumer as well as an American consumer, and her fabrications are very soft, very feminine, chiffon-like, drapey, comfortable, and really pretty, yet they look very elegant," Macy’s executive vice president of marketing, Martine Reardon, said of the retailer's choice to collaborate with Ferretti. The collection will be available in 185 Macy's stores nationwide for 10 weeks.

Above: Sketches from the Alberta Ferretti for Impulse at Macy's collection.

Preview Dree Hemingway's Complete Collection For Sandro

Christina Perez — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:19:02 PST

>> Model Dree Hemingway has teamed up with French contemporary label Sandro to design a 10-piece capsule collection. "The inspiration was growing up in Idaho and men's rock climbing books from the '70s," Hemingway explains of the boho-tinged linen T-shirts, breezy frocks, print-accented skinny jeans, and silk maxi dresses that populate the collection. Click through for a peek at the entire capsule, which lands online and in Sandro stores - including the brand's recently opened two New York outposts - this March.

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Sophia Kokosalaki Is Launching Bridal and Jewelry

Christina Perez — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:58:51 PST

>> Sophia Kokosalaki is adding a few more projects to her ever-expanding roster. The designer - who already helms the reigns at Diesel Black Gold, as well as running her own mainline collection - is set to launch bridal and costume jewelry exclusively on Net-a-Porter.com starting Feb. 15. Inspired by Madame Vionnet and '50s Dior, the 12-piece bridal line will feature Grecian-style wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and cocktail attire, and is priced from $1,245 to $7,065. Made to complement the bridal offering, the full collection of jewelry features Grecian-style gold work and motifs, and is priced from $157 to $942. See a preview of pieces from both collections, here.

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Zac Posen, Nanette Lepore the Latest to Ink Mass Market Deals

Christina Perez — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:01:27 PST

>> The collaborations just keep coming: Zac Posen and Nanette Lepore are the latest designers to announce mass market deals. In April, Posen's capsule collection of 12 dresses - ranging in price from $149 to $199 - will hit 30 Lord & Taylor stores. And in early 2013, Lepore will launch a line for juniors with "sophisticated tastes" at over 600 J.C. Penney locations. Entitled L'amour, Lepore's line will feature dresses, prom looks, silk-screened t-shirts, sportswear, and denim. "This will not be a capsule collection," J.C. Penney president Michael Francis told WWD. "This is a meaningful, multi-year relationship." Francis also noted that this isn't the only collaboration the retailer has in the works, adding, "This is the first of our new designer partnerships. We will bring in the right designers."
At left: Lepore with daughter Violet at the Nanette Lepore Spring 2012 show. Getty

See the Doo.Ri For Impulse at Macy's Collection

Christina Perez — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:11:31 PST

>> Here's a look at Doo-Ri Chung's capsule collection for Macy's, hitting stores in just a few short weeks. Among the pieces on offer? Floor-grazing pleated sundresses in super-soft jersey ($79), coats in brushstroke prints ($89), and leggings paneled in slick faux leather ($69). "My clothes have always been about making women feel elegant and modern, which is why I am so excited about this capsule collection," Chung says. Click through for an up-close view of pieces from the collection, which are currently on preview at Macys.com but won't be available for purchase until Feb. 15.

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Dita Von Teese to Launch Lingerie Line For Target

Christina Perez — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:01:59 PST

>> Dita Von Teese's '50s-inspired burlesque aesthetic is coming to Target stores Feb. 8. Though initially only available across Australia, the 26-piece line - entitled Von Follies By Dita Von Teese - is also set to expand globally over the next year. Consisting of balconette bras, briefs, G-strings, garters, and bustiers, the line was inspired by Von Teese's personal lingerie collection and comes in satin, fishnet, lace, and leopard print. "There are so many vintage lingerie pieces I love that I haven't been able to find in all my years of collecting," explains Von Teese. "I wanted to design pieces that are tributes to my vintage obsessions, to make them beautiful and functional, while modernizing them for everyday wear." See Von Teese model pieces from the collection, here.

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Karen Walker to Partner With Anthropologie

Christina Perez — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:48:50 PST

>>This Spring, Karen Walker brings her particular breed of New Zealand girlie-quirk to the American mass market by storm. As announced via the brand's Twitter and Facebook earlier today, the designer has inked a deal with Anthropologie that puts her lower-priced Hi There From Karen Walker line of "cute dresses, fun prints, and strong colors" exclusively at 164 Anthropologie stores, starting March 2012. "It's completely different to everything else we've been doing," Walker told The New Zealand Herald. "We've been in the luxury market for 14 years, but this reaches a wider audience . . . [it's] a totally different price point, a totally different product and it's really our first time in the States going en masse." Click through to see the entire Hi There From Karen Walker collection, with more details coming soon.

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See The Entire Jason Wu For Target Collection

Christina Perez — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:48:58 PST

>> The complete Jason Wu for Target lookbook has finally arrived. Inspired by French New Wave films and the actress Jean Seberg, the 53-piece capsule features a selection of seriously covetable separates - blouses with Peter Pan collars, pleated skirts, and nautical-tinged dresses - as well as a hefty assortment of luxe-looking handbags and accessories. "My goal was not to duplicate anything from my main collection," Wu explains. "Instead I designed completely new clothes and accessories that reflect my taste and have a voice of their own." With everything in the collection priced under $60, it seems that soon everyone will be able to afford a little piece of Wu to call their own as well. Click through to see the entire collection, hitting stores February 5th.
At left, an image from the Jason Wu for Target ad campaign.

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