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Hakaan cancels Paris show after collection disappears
Oct 16th
Turkish designer Hakaan Yildirim was forced to cancel his Paris fashion week show on Tuesday after his entire collection mysteriously disappeared in transit, his press service said.
No other details about the loss were provided.
Such problems are extremely rare, though Marc Jacobs’s 2012 Spring/Summer collection was stolen en route to More >
Rochas collection fetches 15.7 mn euros at Paris auction
Oct 15th
The private collection of French fashion icon Helene Rochas featuring works by Kandinsky, Balthus and Picasso fetched 15.7 million euros ($20 million) at a Paris auction, Christie’s said on Friday.
Helene Rochas died in 2011 at the age of 84 (AFP/File, Pierre Giullaud)
The total was double the estimate for the More >
Rochas collection featuring Kandinsky, Picasso on sale
Sep 27th
The private collection of French fashion icon Helene Rochas is to be sold at auction this week with works by Kandinsky, Balthus and Picasso among the highlights, Christie’s said Monday.
The collection, which will go under the hammer in Paris on Thursday, features art works from the modern and post-war More >
M.A.C launches a collection inspired by Marilyn Monroe
Sep 5th
Marilyn Monroe, the eternal style icon, continues to be a source of inspiration for brands and for designers. To coincide with the 50th anniversary of the star’s death, in October M.A.C Cosmetics will launch a limited edition of beauty products inspired by Marilyn Monroe. The new M.A.C Marilyn Monroe collection, More >
Roberto Cavalli creates collection for Target Australia
Sep 1st
After the success of the collection concocted for the Swedish chain H & M in 2007, Roberto Cavalli does it again. The Italian designer hailing from Tuscany was picked by Target Australia (no connection to the U.S. discounter Target Corporation despite a similar logo) to participate in its “Designers for More >
Stella McCartney adds a more accessible line to her lingerie collection
Aug 29th
Stella McCartney wants more leeway on the playing field of the upscale lingerie market. After her launch in 2008 of a label bearing her own name, she now adds a new complimentary line to be marketed simply as “Stella.” Starting in fall-winter 2012/2013, this new range will be positioned as More >
eBay to Collaborate with Designers for Holiday Collection
Aug 1st
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Items from eBay’s Holiday Collective 2012 | Images courtesy of eBay via FashionologieIn a similar vien to the upcoming Target + Nieman Marcus collaboration, eBay recently announced they would be teaming up with seven designers for an exclusive holiday collection.
Called the eBay Holiday Collective, More >
HSN and True Blood Team Up for Beauty Collection
Jul 9th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Photo courtesy of HSNInStyle is reporting that HSN will be launching a line of True Blood-inspired beauty products next month.
Called Forsaken by True Blood, the collection will include everything from nail polish and lipstick to perfume and beauty powder, priced between $25 and $60. Deborah More >
Karl Lagerfeld to Collaborate on Makeup Collection
Jun 13th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Photo Credits: 1, 2WWD is reporting that designer Karl Lagerfeld will be creating an exclusive cosmetics collection with Japanese-based cosmetics company Shu Uemera.
The collection is set to include 17 products, each reflecting Lagerfeld’s “iconic, ironic style.” These limited-edition products will launch during the 2012 holiday season at More >
Cardin to show new collection in Belgrade this weekend
Jun 9th
French designer Pierre Cardin will present a new haute couture collection in the palace of Serbia’s crown prince Aleksandar II Karadjordjevic, the palace media service said Thursday. Pierre Cardin / Photo : AFP.
“He will personally present a new collection of some 200 designs” on Saturday in Belgrade, a spokeswoman of More >
Nicole Richie to Design Collection for Macy’s
May 17th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Photo courtesy of ELLEDepartment store Macy’s recently announced that their latest designer collaboration would be with none other than Ms. Nicole Richie.
Richie will be creating a collection for Macy’s popular Impulse line, which has featured past collaborations with designers like Karl Lagerfeld and Alberta Ferretti.
According to WWD, More >
Sperry Top-Sider Spring 2012 Collection
Apr 7th
Written by Zephyr – CF Editor
Spring is rapidly approaching, and with it comes a slew of new offerings from a brand that’s beyond popular at college campuses across the country, Sperry Top-Sider.
Sperry just released their
The best part about their new offerings? There’s literally a style for everyone. Not a More >
MAC to Launch Collection Inspired by Marilyn Monroe
Mar 18th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Photos: ELLECosmetics company MAC recently announced they would be creating a line of beauty products inspired by none other than Marilyn Monroe.
According to WWD, the collection will celebrate Marilyn’s “legacy and iconic beauty look” with 30 limited edition products including everything from eye shadows and lipsticks to nail More >
OPI’s Ballet-Inspired Spring Collection Is En Pointe
Feb 16th
Ever since Black Swan exposed us to the nightmarish undercurrent of the world of ballet, we’ve been a little freaked out. Won’t someone please bring us back to the dreamy world of dance that we remember from our kindergarten days? Apparently, OPI read our minds, and they’re coming to the rescue! They’ve More >
Made to measure: Launch of a handbag collection
Feb 13th
Kajol was the surprise guest at this event hosted by Malini Agarwalla to launch her custom-made bag service The actress, who was early, lit the traditional diya and had a look around the store. Some of the hostess’ friends also dropped by, including Sharmilla Khanna, Nisha Jamvwal, Shaheen Abbas and More >
First Look: The Academy Of Art’s Fall ’12 NYFW Collection
Jan 31st
If there’s one show that sticks out on San Francisco’s low-key fashion calendar, it’s that of the students at the Academy of Art University. Not only is it the hands-down best show in the city (here’s the proof!), going down in the spring, it’s also the only student-focused runway presentation More >
Haerfest x LN-CC Take On Minimalism With This Spring Collection
Jan 29th
As it turns out, you might be able to get your minimalist fix a little closer to home than, say, the MoMA. LN-CC has your art right here with their new spring ’12 collection. In a cool collab with New York design duo Haerfest, their new line of bags (which More >
Rahul Singh’s collection Indigo, white and all things Greek
Jan 28th
Designer Rahul Singh will be one of the first Delhi-based designers to showcase his collection on Day 1 of the 6th Edition of Blender’s Pride Bangalore Fashion Week. After Hrs caught up with him for a quite tête-à-tête
He’s known for his designs that complement the achieving woman and he doesn’t More >
Victoria Secret Launches High-End Lingerie Collection
Jan 25th
If you’ve ever caught the Victoria’s Secret runway show only to find yourself disappointed when you couldn’t actually procure a bedazzled pair of butterfly wings or a panty sporting a full train in the actual store, this one’s for you: Victoria’s Secret is soon launching a high-end line dubbed The More >
Sneak Peek at the Upcoming ‘Hunger Games’ Nail Polish Collection
Jan 24th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Good news, Hunger Games fans: nail polish company China Glaze is set to release a collection based on the über-popular book series-turned-film franchise!
Dubbed Colours of the Capitol, the collection will include 12 shades, each inspired by one of the districts of Panem. The collection will launch More >
Taylor Tomasi Hill’s 7-Piece Collection For Lane Crawford
Jan 14th
Close By Connie Wang
Editor, street style maven, fashion consultant…and now designer, where Taylor Tomasi Hill finds herself next, we’re following each stiletto-ed footstep. She’s recently hooked up with Asian department store giant Lane Crawford for a seven-piece capsule collection of pieces that are infused with that TTH DNA. It’s More >
All The Images From The New Jason Wu For Target Collection
Jan 11th
Here it is! We’ve been biting our tongues for a few months since we saw the Jason Wu for Target collection in person, and now we finally get to share it with you. In a word, this collection is flattering. These pieces will create curves, define your waist, lengthen your legs, More >
12 Stand-Out Charm Bracelets To Add To Your Arm Party Collection
Jan 10th
It’s certainly not a secret that we’re huge proponents of awesome arm candy. And, sure, badass bangles and stunning cuffs are nice, but we’ve been spotting charm bracelets all over town, from dazzlers on the red carpet to tougher versions on our last night out in Echo Park. No matter the More >
Master The Whole Hot Secretary Thing With Proenza Schouler’s Spring Collection
Jan 7th
The hot secretary look: Many have tried it, few have mastered it. With the help of Proenza Schouler’s spring ’12 collection, model Natasha Poly falls securely into the latter group. Crossing her legs, up on her knees, or slyly looking over her shoulder, Poly’s (quite literally) sitting pretty in these More >
Lookbook Love: Chicago’s Own Agga B.’s New Collection Saves The Whales
Jan 7th
Meet Agga B. (if you don’t already know/love her). She’s a Chicago designer you can catch anywhere from Michelle Tan’s boutique to Dose Market. Agga’s latest collection for winter ’12, “Flying Giants,” was inspired by the beauty she saw in some of the largest species that live in the world’s More >
Sacre Bleu! Maje’s Spring Collection Majorly Steals Our Hearts (And Wallets)
Jan 7th
Maje scooted its French little derrière into Soho just a few months ago and we couldn’t be more excited. So excited, in fact that we’re calling this collection the one that’ll sell out first (cuz it’s already starting to be stocked on Spring Street). Totally wearable white lace frocks, a More >
(Exclusive Video) Timo Weiland x Tsubo Spring ’12 Shoe Collection
Dec 23rd
Close By Katie Hintz-Zambrano, Video by Christelle de Castro
Timo Weiland x TSUBO SS12 from Christelle de Castro on Vimeo.
January is right around the corner, kids, and with it, comes the first arrival of a footwear collection dreamt up by New York designer Timo Weiland and S.F.-based Tsubo. If you More >
Procuring issue 2 of Collection Magazine
Dec 23rd
If you’ve been waiting to get your hands on a copy of Collection magazine, the title doing much to redefine what print fashion media can be, here’s an update for you:
If you’re in London, Collection Magazine‘s publishers have announced that the second issue of the title is currently stocked in More >
Elizabeth Taylor’s Jewelry Collection Sold For More Money Than Anyone Imagined [Rag Trade]
Dec 18th
Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry collection fetched a whopping, record-breaking $115 million at auction, beating all estimates. The famous 33.19 carat emerald-cut diamond ring she wore sold for $8.8 million. The auction house had projected it would go for $2.5-$3.5 million. When Richard Burton bought it, in 1968, he paid $305,000, then the highest-ever More >
Sneak Peek at H&M’s New Dragon Tattoo Collection
Dec 18th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
The highly-anticipated film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo opens in theaters this month and to celebrate, fast-fashion retailer H&M has designed a collection inspired by the movie’s anti-heroine, Lisbeth Salander.
H&M teamed up with the film’s costume designer, Trish Summerville, to create the 30-piece collection, which will include More >
Peek Inside Our Nail Polish Process With Color Club’s Exclusive R29 Collection
Dec 18th
We don’t want to be some boastful Bonnies, but we have to say: Refinery29 was right there at the start of the nail art craze. In fact, having fun, creative and DIY nails might be a part of our mantra. So when we decided to produce our own Holiday Reserve More >
Defrost Your Feminine Side With The April, May Spring ’12 Collection
Dec 17th
Our weakness for all things French continues, and we’re not talking about our second (or third) croissant breakfast. April, May’s spring ’12 collection is looking to deliver pieces that satisfy our cravings for effortlessly cool clothes for the upcoming warm seasons. The Parisian line has switched gears from where we More >
Elizabeth Taylor’s Jewelry Collection Goes For Over $100 Million
Dec 17th
Close By Janelle Flores
We told you the Elizabeth Taylor auction was gonna be maj-or, and of course, we were right— we just didn’t know just how right we’d be. But the staggering numbers prove that her legend lives on—her loot doubled the record for a collection of jewelry ever More >
Be BFFs With Refinery29 With Our Scosha Reserve Collection Friendship Bracelet
Dec 14th
Shop It Now Remember those swappable DIY bracelets we made for our neighborhood BFFs? Now imagine those all grown up, created with the same handmade attention to detail, but with some seriously adult additions (not to mention adult dexterity). The Refinery29 Reserve Collection approach to our favorite old-school accessory takes More >
