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Jason Wu's Charity Team, Karl Lagerfeld's Quotable T-Shirt, and Stephen Jones's Jil Sander Hat

Justin Fenner — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:48:39 PDT

Those stories and more in our daily news roundup.

Jason Wu and Karlie Kloss will cocaptain a team for the annual New York AIDS Walk. The designer and the model, who attended the Met Gala together, will be joined by family and friends in an effort to raise money to fight the disease. "I'm so excited to be participating, and to be teaming up with Jason and all of our friends for such an incredible cause," Kloss said. [Modelinia]
Some of Karl Lagerfeld's most memorable quotes have been turned into a t-shirt for the designer's eponymous line. English design agency I Love Dust formed quotes like "Sunglasses are like eyeshadow: They make everything look pretty and younger" into the shape of Lagerfeld's iconic face. [Refinery29]
The veiled maroon beanie Stephen Jones designed for Raf Simons's second-to-last Jil Sander collection is now for sale on the Jil Sander website. The inventive topper goes for $440. [Racked]
A new study conducted by model agent Ben Barry found that using very thin models in advertising can make women not want to shop. "Women will buy fashion when models convey a realistic, attainable image and make them feel confident," Barry wrote. [Fashion Etc.]
Kelly Cutrone tweeted this week that one of her former assistants will be arrested for stealing from her public relations firm People's Revolution. Cutrone aimed this message at a private Twitter account. "@HussyChildPlz you better run cause you are going down CLOWN." [Styleite]

More Details About Who's Wearing What to the Met Gala (Updated!)

Justin Fenner — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:17:54 PDT

Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova, and Arizona Muse, among others, have revealed what they'll be wearing to Monday night's Met Gala.

Balmain designer Olivier Rousteing told Style.com that he'll be taking model Joan Smalls as his date. Anthony Vaccarello has confirmed he'll be accompanied by Anja Rubik. Jason Wu will attend with Karlie Kloss, and Haider Ackermann will walk the red carpet with Constance Jablonski.

The site has also confirmed another spate of pairings: Roland Mouret is taking Doutzen Kroes; Rachel Zoe and her husband, Rodger Berman, will attend with Karolina Kurkova; Erdem Moralioglu will dress Arizona Muse; and Thakoon Panichgul is taking actress Christina Ricci.

It has also recently been revealed that Heidi Klum will wear a "very very lacy and very very see-through" one-of-a-kind dress by Escada. Chanel's official attendee will be French actor Gaspard Ulliel, face of the brand's Bleu de Chanel fragrance.

Previously confirmed pairings include Alexander Wang and rapper Azealia Banks, who tweeted that she would perform at the Met Gala last week; Proenza Schouler's Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez with Australian actress Isabel Lucas; and Joseph Altuzarra with Lana Del Rey. Coco Rocha will attend with her husband, James Conran, wearing a vintage dress by Givenchy.

The Met Gala will be live streamed for the first time from 6:30-8:30 p.m. EDT on May 7.

Update: Everyone from Sarah Jessica Parker to Giovanna Battaglia has decided what they're wearing tonight. Below, a list of everything we know so far:

Kristen Stewart will wear Balenciaga and attend the Gala with Nicola Ghesquiere.
Gwyneth Paltrow will wear Prada. Linda Evangelista will also wear Prada, and will attend as Miuccia Prada's date.
Renee Zellweger will wear Emilio Pucci.
Jessica Stam will wear Dior.
Cameron Diaz will attend with Stella McCartney.
Lauren Santo Domingo will wear Oscar de la Renta.
Kate Upton will attend the gala with Michael Kors, who is also dressing Jessica Alba and Liu Wen.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Lily Cole wil both wear Valentino.
Amy Adams will wear Giambattista Valli Couture.
Scarlett Johansson is wearing custom Dolce & Gabbana, but the house will also dress Bianca Brandolini d'Adda, Andrea Dellal, Giovanna Battaglia, and Marpessa Hennink.
Brooklyn Decker, Liya Kebede, Rashida Jones, and Tory Burch will all wear gowns of Burch's design.
Kristen Bell and Dee Hilfiger will both wear Tommy Hilfiger.
Dree Hemingway will wear Topshop.
Farida Khelfa will wear vintage Schiaparelli.
Emma Stone will wear Lanvin.
Stella Tennant, Poppy Delvigne, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, and Sigrid Agren will wear Chanel.
Claire Danes will attend the gala with her husband Hugh Dancy and Gilles Mendel. She'll wear J. Mendel, and so will Aerin Lauder and actress Christine Taylor. Taylor will attend with her husband Ben Stiller.
Burberry will be dressing Cara Delvigne, Jourdan Dunn, Gabriella Wilde, Vanessa Kirby, Douglas Booth, Mario Testino, Casey Affleck, and Roo Panes.
Prabal Gurung is dressing Greta Gerwig.

Photo: Doutzen Kroes wearing Giambattista Valli to the 2011 Met Gala.

Jason Wu's Home Collection For Canvas Is Available Today

fashionologie — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:30:38 PDT

>> Jason Wu has gone from fashion designer to lifestyle brand with his new collection of furniture and home accessories for Canvas Home.

The capsule - available today and priced between $140 and $4,800 - includes occasional tables, hand-blown glass vases, a tufted linen love seat, and throw pillows with Wu's signature lace appliqué detailing. Wu told Vogue that he always wanted to design things beyond the realm of clothing, and New York-based home goods brand Canvas provided the perfect avenue for him to do just that.

"I never thought of myself as being limited to fashion. I'm a designer and if you have a vision you can apply that to anything," he said. "I've always loved the rustic, slightly worn style of Canvas and that element of an artisanal hand. It's so inherently chic."

This isn't Wu's first venture into the home space. He recently released a candle with Nest Fragrances and once designed a line of bathroom fixtures with Brizo.

Photo via Jason Wu

Jason Wu Fall 2012

Christina Perez — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:04:16 PST

>> For Fall 2012, Jason Wu served up his most powerful and elegant assortment yet. The designer found inspiration in China - and specifically his own relationship to it. "I went back to Taiwan, where I was born, a year and a half ago," the designer said. "I realized I was ready to take on one of the biggest subjects I grew up with: how does a Chinese designer do 'China'? I've lived in America, Canada, and Japan, but to come back to this means so much to me."

So, what does China mean to Wu? Though the references the designer chose to focus on - Mao's military, the Qing dynasty, and the 1932 film Shanghai Express - could lend themselves toward cliché, Wu managed to keep his versions modern, fresh, and tight. Silhouettes were sharp without an ounce of frill, while embellishment came in the form of lace appliqué, quilting, piping, fur, and beads. "It's my most luxurious," Wu explained. Luxurious, yes, but also utterly transportive as well.
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Ralph Rucci Cancels Fashion Week Show, Lana Del Rey Covers Vogue UK

Christina Perez — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:03:15 PST

These stories and more - here in our daily news roundup.

Lana Del Rey is Vogue UK's March cover girl. She was photographed by Mario Testino and wears Spring 2012 Louis Vuitton. [Fashion Foie Gras

Ralph Rucci will not show during New York Fashion Week. Instead, Rucci has opted to hold private showroom appointments. "Cost is always a factor but [that] was not the driving force behind this decision," the communication director for the label says. [Vogue UK]

A former Harper's Bazaar intern is suing Hearst for unpaid work hours. The lawsuit claims that during the intern's tenure at the magazine, she sometimes worked up to 55 hours a week performing duties that were more employee-like than intern-like - and she wants to be paid for it. [Styleite]

Gisele has sent an email to friends and family requesting prayers and positive vibes for husband Tom Brady, who will play in this Sunday's Super Bowl. "I kindly ask all of you to join me on this positive chain and pray for him, so he can feel confident, healthy and strong. Envision him happy and fulfilled experiencing with his team a victory this Sunday," the email reportedly said. [Huffington Post]

And, in fashionable animal news: Jason Wu, Doo.Ri, and Erin Fetherston all have really, really cute pets. [Glamour]

All the Jason Wu Pre-Fall 2012 Accessories

Christina Perez — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:52:33 PST

>> Jason Wu's signature accessory shapes meet the rich colors of the Maharajah for Pre-Fall 2012. There are Mini Miss Wu bags in punched-up patents, Jourdan chain crossbody bags in cleverly textural colorblock, and perky Karlie clutches with zigzag trim. But our favorites? All the drool-worthy, totally gorgeous shoes. Lattice-strapped sandals, two-tone platforms, lace-up buckle booties, shiny contrast brogues - all totally girlie, without a hint of priss. Click through to see the entire collection - which, incidentally, also marks the first anniversary of Wu's accessories line - here.
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Watch the Latest Jason Wu For Target Commercial

Christina Perez — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:18:02 PST

>> The Jason Wu for Target collection hits stores in just two weeks - and the excitement is mounting. In this recently released video, the line's bow-adorned mascot, Milu, gets up to all sorts of cat-like mischief in Wu's studio, all to the tune of Brigitte's Battez-Vous.

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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Jason Wu Pre-Fall 2012

fashionologie — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:45:56 PST

>> Jason Wu's "regal" Pre-Fall 2012 collection is inspired by Indian maharajas and the colorful illustrations of Charley Harper. "Combining the two meant a strict silhouette with stately embellishments," Wu explained. Both evening dresses and daywear came hand-embroidered, and Wu doubled the size of his year-old accessories collection, introducing the Daphne leather frame bag, named after Daphne Groeneveld.
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This Week's Best Dressed

fashionologie — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:34:06 PST

>> It's a week of double-timers: two Haider Ackermann looks, two Calvin Klein looks, and one model who appears twice. See who's wearing what - and where - in the slideshow.
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