Posts for August 1st 2008

August 2008 Proves Vogue Italia Is Still A Fan of Black Models
August 2008 Proves Vogue Italia Is Still A Fan of Black Models August 1, 2008 5:45 pm >> After all the hype the July 2008 issue of Vogue Italia garnered, questions arose as to whether the issue was a one-time publicity stunt or an actual attempt at industry change.  When the August 2008 Vogue Italia cover dropped featuring five white models earlier this week, the questions were hardly silenced.  But Franca Sozzani has decided to follow through with the August issue, giving July cover girl Jourdan Dunn an editorial, "The Now Ease," styled by Edward Enninful and photographed by Emma Summerton.  I wonder if Pat McGrath did makeup?  It would make an almighty trio: black model, stylist, and makeup artist.
August 1, 2008 4:59 pm >> INSIDER WIRE —Yesterday, we saw Gap's femme fashion figures for Fall 2008, and today brings another fashion fixture shot — but of the masculine persuasion — Scott Schuman.  He chronicled his Gap shoot back in April on The Sartorialist, even neglected to cut or shave his hair for weeks (as he was asked) in preparation.
Sasha Pivovorova, Lily Cole, Liya Kebede, and Shalom Harlow Take Their Breakfast at Tiffany's
Sasha Pivovorova, Lily Cole, Liya Kebede, and Shalom Harlow Take Their Breakfast at Tiffany's August 1, 2008 3:37 pm >> Now that Prada has released Sasha Pivovarova from her campaign exclusive, it's fun to see where else she pops up.
Kate Moss Gets In a Little Boss Time in Ibiza
Kate Moss Gets In a Little Boss Time in Ibiza August 1, 2008 2:24 pm »Kate Moss spent yesterday hanging out in Ibiza with Sir Philip Green and his daughter Chloe [PopSugar] »Gisele Bundchen is making a one-of-a-kind calendar of herself for Tom Brady's birthday [OK!
August 1, 2008 1:17 pm >> THE MODELIZER —If you've ever wondered what Erin Wasson's New York apartment might look like, think eclectic fixtures like papier mache Mickey and Minnie Mouse heads, a spread-eagled nude statue, and lots of cross motifs.  Photographer Todd Selby posted a whole gallery's worth of shots yesterday — one or two even featuring a mannequin sporting Erin's contentious body chain.
Coutorture Community's Must Reads 8/1
Coutorture Community's Must Reads 8/1 August 1, 2008 12:22 pm There are so many segments of fashion, we always find it interested when two unrelated areas intersect.
Harvey's Not Ready To Give Up on Halston Yet
Harvey's Not Ready To Give Up on Halston Yet August 1, 2008 12:13 pm >> Halston may have stripped itself of a head designer and a red carpet consultant recently, but the absence of Marco Zanini and Rachel Zoe won't keep owner Harvey Weinstein and board member Tamara Mellon from showing a Halston collection during New York Fashion Week.
August 1, 2008 11:01 am >> THE MODELIZER —Ever wonder what Gemma Ward is up to these days, now that her face isn't plastered everywhere?  Apparently she turned up Annapurna Circuit in Nepal a couple of months ago, according to some fellow travelers, with a porter in tow carrying two fully stuffed body-sized bags containing a guitar, a chess set, and some books, among other things.
Falke Hosiery
Falke Hosiery, Functional Luxury August 1, 2008 10:28 am You're not too old to put these on your holiday wish list.
DNA Models, 1 Model Management Involved in Denisa Dvorakova Shuffle, Scuffle
DNA Models, 1 Model Management Involved in Denisa Dvorakova Shuffle, Scuffle August 1, 2008 10:04 am >> Squabbling amongst modeling agencies is nothing new — everyone wants the primo girls, after all.  A couple of months ago, DNA Models's head booker Louie Chaban sent shockwaves around when he booked it over to Women Model Management, with rumors following after that he took Agyness Deyn with him (even though she's currently listed on DNA's board).
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