Pringle of Scotland
December 7, 2011 – 8:35 am | No Comment

For Alistair Carr’s third collection at Pringle , the Balenciaga-trained designer took things literally: “I looked at the classic knit pieces in the archives and wanted to twist things up a bit—so I did: I just twisted it.” Twisted collar and seam details pepper the collection alongside other modern interpretations of the heritage company’s archives. Instead of a twinset, Carr gives us the “triple set”: a coat, sweater, and trousers, the latter two whipped up from the same butter-soft cashmere knit. There was a refit of the iconic Pringle argyle pattern, too, with each argyle amplified and sewn on a sweater in acid-colored crystals, throwing off a 3-D effect.

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Zoe Kravitz Is A Preppy Princess for Vera Wang But Don’t Call Her A Model
January 31, 2011 – 6:20 pm | No Comment
Zoe Kravitz Is A Preppy Princess for Vera Wang But Don’t Call Her A Model

Zoe Kravitz is the new face of Vera Wang’s Preppy Princess fragrance, the star of Eleven Paris‘ spring campaign , and was the face of Alexander Wang’s T campaign last fall.

Quote of the Day: Black Swan‘s Costume Designer Disses Rodarte
January 31, 2011 – 6:20 pm | No Comment

I was happy for Rodarte ’s persistent publicity efforts at first; I’m so proud of the film and anything that brings it to an even wider audience is genuinely welcome. I tried to put aside my ego while being airbrushed from history in all of their interviews, as I’m just not that kind of person anyway. But when articles were planted that attacked me personally as if I had conspired against them I felt nothing but despair and betrayal.

Soap, The Most Underappreciated Beauty Product, Gets Its Own Institute
January 31, 2011 – 6:19 pm | No Comment
Soap, The Most Underappreciated Beauty Product, Gets Its Own Institute

You probably use soap. Or at least I’ll wager you HAVE used soap at some point in your life

Fashion News Roundup: Amazing Marni Sale, Hermés Sues Knockoff Brand and Gemma Ward Back on the Catwalk?
January 31, 2011 – 6:19 pm | No Comment
Fashion News Roundup: Amazing Marni Sale, Hermés Sues Knockoff Brand and Gemma Ward Back on the Catwalk?

Gemma Ward Says She’ll Head Back to the Catwalk Someday: The crux of this story is the former It-model’s relationship with Heath Ledger, but we’re more interested in her possible return to the runway. { HuffPo } Note to Self: Don’t Knock Off the Birkin: Contemporary label Thursday Friday is in deep water after releasing a tote bag which featured a photo of the Hérmes Birkin bag. Thursday Friday screen-printed the image of the red iconic bag onto their eco-friendly tote bags, and while the bag certainly isn’t a knock-off, per se, Hermés seems to think the label is “confusing” and “misleading” its buyers

Would You Rather…? The Terry’s Tongues Edition
January 31, 2011 – 6:19 pm | No Comment
Would You Rather…? The Terry’s Tongues Edition

Terry Richardson gained a new level of fame (or infamy) for his photograph of three women kissing, their open mouths and tongues exposed.

Win a Shawl From Exclusively.In!
January 31, 2011 – 6:19 pm | No Comment
Win a Shawl From Exclusively.In!

In these bitter winter months, it sometimes seems impossible to keep warm. Luckily, we’ve got the perfect solution for one lucky winner.

Street Style: Ava Steals Boots From Her Mom
January 31, 2011 – 6:18 pm | No Comment
Street Style: Ava Steals Boots From Her Mom

Name: Ava Age: 23 Occupation: Works for Food & Wine Magazine What is your favorite meal?

Just an FYI: Tom Ford Has Nothing To Do With Mr. Porter
January 31, 2011 – 6:18 pm | No Comment
Just an FYI: Tom Ford Has Nothing To Do With Mr. Porter

If you got an email from Tom Ford this morning regarding the launch of Mr. Porter, Net-a-Porter’s hotly anticipated men’s shopping site , don’t get too excited

Vera Wang Adds Diamond Rings to Her Bridal Empire
January 31, 2011 – 6:18 pm | No Comment
Vera Wang Adds Diamond Rings to Her Bridal Empire

While many designers have had major success with discount retailers like Target and H&M, Vera Wang might be the most multi-faceted when it comes to affordable collaborations. Wang released a mattress collection with Serta in 2006, she sells Simply Vera, an affordable collection (which reportedly remained profitable even during the recession), at Kohl’s, and she’s about to release her first David’s Bridal collection , which includes wedding dresses under $1,500

Considering A Tattoo? They’re Not As Easy To Remove As You Think
January 31, 2011 – 6:17 pm | No Comment
Considering A Tattoo? They’re Not As Easy To Remove As You Think

While tattoos have historically had a place in rebellion, lately they’ve become fashionable for everyone from celebs to models to brides.