Posts for October 9th 2008

Narciso Rodriguez Goes It Solo
Narciso Rodriguez Goes It Solo October 9, 2008 3:54 pm >> After speculation that Narciso Rodriguez and his backers Liz Claiborne were parting ways was floated around last month, they confirmed their separation in a joint statement yesterday.For the first time, Narciso, who launched his collection in 1997 thanks to a partnership with Aeffe SpA, will be financially independent, as Liz Claiborne has allowed him to buy back their stake — for a rumored $12 million — and regain all trademarks.  This solo situation, assuming that his finances are all in order (before Claiborne invested, he was struggling to make ends meet; Donna Karan was sending rolls of fabric over), sounds ideal for Narciso — who has a notoriously difficult reputation.
The Selby Coming To A Home Near You
The Selby Coming To A Home Near You October 9, 2008 3:01 pm You know when you're hanging out in your apartment and the place looks really nice and you're having a good 'messy' hair day and you're just generally feeling pretty into yourself--this is when you wish Todd Selby was there.
Hello Beautiful Books, We Missed You
Hello Beautiful Books, We Missed You October 9, 2008 2:59 pm Last night over beer and wine (and, let's face it, a spirit or two) a friend of ours muttered something about canceling his cable to save money.
High Tea at Low Tide With Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis
High Tea at Low Tide With Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis October 9, 2008 2:58 pm The sharks are circling, even if the oceans are getting a lot shallower with our current liquidity crisis, and that feeling of terror can only mean one thing: tea time with a princess.
New York Philharmonic Ensembles Begin in Two Weeks
New York Philharmonic Ensembles Begin in Two Weeks October 9, 2008 2:56 pm There is something magical about a full philharmonic experience complete with box seats, gloves and gown but those intimidated by the idea of classical music might require an easier more intimate introduction to live works.
Banana Republic Helps Elizabeth Peyton Live Forever
Banana Republic Helps Elizabeth Peyton Live Forever October 9, 2008 2:55 pm Banana Republic, the Global Lead Sponsor of the New Museum’s presentation and tour of Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton, is helping fashion lovers explore their artistic side with a limited edition eco-tote that includes the Book Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton.
October 9, 2008 2:33 pm >> INSIDER WIRE —After she enjoyed his company front row during Milan Men's Fashion Week in June, Gerard Butler is still supposedly Anna Wintour's new "obsession."  A source says she "thinks he's amazing" and "talks about him all the time."  Maybe she'll start skipping shows for Gerard Butler movie premieres like she'll do for Roger Federer matches?
Coutorture Community Must Reads 10/9
Coutorture Community Must Reads 10/9 October 9, 2008 2:30 pm Today as been a bit of an up and down ride for as as we got bad news from our accoutant, great news from some publicists, and then more bad news about the economy in general but we are able to keep a brave face thanks to our amazing community.
The Future of POP . . . and Katie Grand
The Future of POP . . . and Katie Grand October 9, 2008 12:40 pm >> We know that Katie Grand is leaving POP to start a new edgy fashion magazine for Conde Nast UK, but what's going to happen to POP after its founder leaves?  And how did this all come about in the first place?It turns out that Conde originally tried to buy POP — "we kept hearing [the magazine's publisher Bauer] weren't very committed to POP" — but Bauer declined.  Instead, Conde Nast poached Katie, who looked at either option — moving POP or just herself to Conde — as okay: "I kind of knew that Condé Nast had put in bids for POP.  I thought, if it happens, great.
October 9, 2008 12:04 pm “Maybe the next trend is stay the same.
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