Posts for September 1st 2009

Juergen Teller's Only Marc Jacobs Ad-Related Controversies Both Came Courtesy of Vogue
Juergen Teller's Only Marc Jacobs Ad-Related Controversies Both Came Courtesy of Vogue September 1, 2009 5:14 pm >> Juergen Teller has regular work in Vogue UK, Vogue Paris, and of course W — but it's difficult to recall the last time he was published in Vogue (besides his ad work for Marc Jacobs).  A quick search turns up a Vogue editorial with Christy Turlington — but dated 1994.  His comments to The Moment about which of his ad series for Marc Jacobs were most controversial may provide clues as to why: Funnily enough the most complaints were about the series with Dick Page and James Gibbs because they are a gay couple.
Cool Chiffon Cardigans September 1, 2009 5:03 pm Take the sometimes masculine cardigan silhouette and add a dash of chiffon to give it a feminine kick.
September 1, 2009 4:20 pm >> Kate Betts Suggests the Answer for Ailing Fashion Magazines: Publish Less Often — You know it's bad when top editors willingly suggest that they should be doing less in print.  Kate Betts, editor of Time Style & Design, which comes out six times a year, says of the Web-induced acceleration of coverage pace: "If I'm going to a fashion show, I think about how I'm going to cover it on many levels.
Not Just A Label Stocks Shop for September with Pieces Handpicked by Lara Stone
Not Just A Label Stocks Shop for September with Pieces Handpicked by Lara Stone September 1, 2009 3:53 pm >> Before she returns to the catwalk later this month, Lara Stone is guest curating a selection of wares from both newcomers and established designers for Not Just A Label's online store THE SHOP.  The pieces she handpicked represent plenty of her favorite dark color — she "wants comfortable clothes to wear between jobs, mostly black and lots of hoodies," she told The Moment — plus a little orange for her Dutch heritage.  They will be available starting tomorrow through the month of September.
September 1, 2009 3:09 pm >> Max Azria Joins Slew of Designers Appearing on CW Dramas—Fashion magazines are not the only ones increasingly turning to television to extend their reach: designers are, too.  Max Azria is the latest to confirm an appearance as himself on The Beautiful Life; he joins Zac Posen, Matthew Williamson, and Erin Fetherston, who have all carved out cameos on the CW show.  In fact, The CW really seems to be racking up the designer appearances: Gossip Girl will host both Georgina Chapman and Tory Burch this upcoming season, and Michael Kors was in an episode of the show last season.
Fashion Week Tidbits: Marchesa Launches Handbags, Alexander Wang Is Thinking "Perv" for Spring 2010
Marchesa Launches Handbags, Alexander Wang Is Thinking "Perv" for Spring 2010 September 1, 2009 2:26 pm >> New York Fashion Week is a little more than a week away, and the tidbits are flowing freely — a compilation of the highlights from the past few days: Launches
Designers Diversify: Olivier Theyskens Working on Book, Rodarte Could Have Movie in Works
Olivier Theyskens Working on Book, Rodarte Could Have Movie in Works September 1, 2009 12:19 pm >> Olivier Theyskens still hasn't found a landing pad, design-wise, but in the meantime, he has a book in the pipeline.  In January, Assouline is publishing the 186-page Olivier Theyskens: The Other Side of the Picture, based on a collaboration between the designer and photographer Julien Claessens, who captured the backstage scene for 10-plus years.Film buffs Rodarte, meanwhile, just signed with LA-based talent agency William Morris Endeavor Entertainment.  WWD suggests that "a movie of their own could be in the cards," but for now, the official line is that William Morris plans to “advise the label on opportunities in publishing and film and identify potential strategic partnerships and sponsorships.”
September 1, 2009 12:05 pm >> Don't Be Surprised if Christopher Kane Has a TV-Inspired Collection —Christopher Kane prefers not to do his designing at his 4,000 square foot east London studio, but rather at home in front of the TV: “Television’s brilliant.” His sister, Tammy Kane, who is instrumental to the business, agrees: “It relaxes you, doesn’t it?” The two do everything together, even vacationing with their boyfriends (Christopher's been seeing Declan Tomany, a lawyer, for four years), but they're currently disagreeing — Tammy wants to bring in a designer to help with the workload: “I know he doesn’t want it.
Tasha Tilberg, Ymre Stiekema Go '60s Avedon for Show Package; Irina Lazareanu To Make Runway Return?
Tasha Tilberg, Ymre Stiekema Go '60s Avedon for Show Package; Irina Lazareanu To Make Runway Return? September 1, 2009 11:09 am >> Spring 2010 show packages with New York Fashion Week just over a week away: Supreme went goth with the help of photographer Hanna Liden, Major Model Management enlisted the help of student artist Rachel Chiu to illustrate their roster, and Irina Lazareanu looks poised to make a runway return — her card is in the mix at Marilyn.  But thus far, the most eye-catching rests with One Management — they had icons like Ann Catherine Lacroix, Tasha Tilberg, and Colette Pechekhonova, plus Prada favorite Ymre Stiekema, all done up '60s Richard Avedon-style, complete with helmet from his 1965 Harper's Bazaar cover.  Accompanying video here.
Fashion In 50 Seconds 9/01/09 Marchesa Purses, Naomi Speaks Out
Fashion In 50 Seconds 9/01/09 Marchesa Purses, Naomi Speaks Out September 1, 2009 9:13 am Marchesa is delving into (super pretty) accessories.