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Nastia Liukin, Will You Be Our Friend?

Catherine StrawnJanuary 9, 2009 //

Nastia Liukin gets to do the coolest stuff now that she’s a big-time Olympic medalist. As if playing herself in an episode of “Gossip Girl,” being in a CoverGirl ad, sitting in the front row at fashion shows, and getting a Wheaties box weren’t enough, Liukin will also be the face (and very flexible body) of Max Azria’s spring campaign. “The spring collection was inspired by movement and modern dance so she was perfect,” said Lubov Azria, creative director. We might resent some girls for this kind of success, but Nastia just seems nice, not nasty. [WWD] Keep reading »

Sofia Coppola Makes Me Want To Soak Myself In Dior Perfume

Catherine StrawnJanuary 9, 2009 //

Sofia Coppola’s a busy lady these days. Not only has she been designing bags for Louis Vuitton, but Coppola also directed a commercial for Dior’s Miss Dior Cherie fragrance. It has a jealousy inducing I’m-fabulous-and-live-in-Paris-in-the-’60s vibe to it. If this is the kind of life I’d live if I wore the perfume, I’ll buy myself a king-size bottle and play Brigitte Bardot’s song “Moi Je Joue” on repeat. [Fashionista] Keep reading »

Style On The Street: Go With The Bow

Catherine StrawnJanuary 8, 2009 //

Sometimes, it can be hard to figure out how to wear a scarf without looking like a flight attendant. Tying an oblong scarf (square ones don’t really work for this) into a giant bow is an excellent option — just make sure the scarf isn’t wrapped too tightly around your neck. [Weardrobe]

1. Herringbone Bow, $38, EchoDesign.com
2. Epice Plaid Wool Scarf, $75, ShopGoldyn.com
3. Shibori Gauze Scarf, $28, UrbanOutfitters.com
4. Mesh Striped Scarf, $24.50, Gap.com
5. Fun Stars Scarf, $7.80, Forever21.com Keep reading »

Crave: Alexis Bittar Sculptural Necklace

SimchaJanuary 8, 2009 //

Jewelry designer Alexis Bittar makes thoroughly modern pieces with retro nods. Whether it’s his shaved lucite bangles with inlaid gold polka dots or this sculptural metal necklace, his goods are playfully sophisticated. In fact, his unique pieces, handmade in a Brooklyn loft, look more bent for an art museum, which explains why they retail at the MoMa store. Lucky for us, we don’t have to be a well-lit wall in a prestigious gallery or even a wealthy patron to wear his rad rhodium necklace.You can even pick up this beauty online. [$225,AlexisBittar.com]

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Ring, Ring, Anna Wintour Is Calling

Catherine StrawnJanuary 8, 2009 //

If those Rachel Zoe ringtones weren’t enough to satisfy your fashion-for-your-phone appetite (or if they weren’t compatible with your iPhone), now you can get Anna Wintour and André Leon Talley on your cell, thanks to Cityfile. The Vogue editor-in-chief gives you style advice: “Jeans and T-shirts can be equally fashionable as an Oscar de la Renta ballgown.” And the editor-at-large has a few words for those trying to get into the fashion biz: “Don’t be so fabulous that you can’t Xerox!” which would be an excellent ringtone for when your boss calls. [Cityfile via Refinery 29] Keep reading »

Vivienne Westwood Wants To Write The “Sex And The City” Sequel

Wendy AtterberryJanuary 8, 2009 //

Vivienne Westwood, the British fashion designer who created the wedding dress Sarah Jessica Parker wore in the “Sex and the City” movie, hated the film and thinks she can write a better one. The 67-year-old, who walked out of the premiere after ten minutes, has asked SJP to let her write the plot for the sequel. No word yet whether she’ll be taken up on her offer, but we can’t help wondering what Michael Patrick King, writer and director of “Sex and the City,” thinks about it…not to mention stylist Patricia Field, whose designs for the movie Westwood publicly criticized. “I thought ‘Sex And The City’ was supposed to be about cutting-edge fashion,” she said after the film was released, “and there was nothing remotely memorable or interesting about what I saw.”

So what do you guys think? If Vivienne Westwood writes the sequel, will “Sex and the City” be better than ever? Do you even care what the plot is, or are you happy just seeing the girls again and all the great fashion? [Telegraph.co.uk via NYMag] Keep reading »

Change Your Pubic Hair Style In 2009

Susannah BreslinJanuary 8, 2009 //

In 2009, custom pubic hair styling is the new, new thing. Nad’s Naughty Bikini Design Kit includes your usual home bikini waxing kit fare — with an added bonus for personalizing your pubes. With the Nad’s kit, you can wax your pubic hair into a variety of dramatic shapes so your vagina can speak for itself: Thunderstruck is a lightning bolt, Landing Strip offers the streamlined look, Bermuda Triangle is for the traditional girl who wants to convey an air of genital mystery, and Heartbreaker is the nether region hairdo that tells all those that encounter it: “I love you — for now.” If you’re more into dye jobs than topiary, Betty Beauty, creators of a popular line of pubic hair coloring for women whose carpets simply must match their drapes, is launching a new addition to their blond, brunette, and hot pink color line in ’09 that would be pretty punk rock matched with a crotch mohawk: lilac. Of course, if you’re looking for something a bit more temporary, the high-fashion runway forecast for 2009 calls for merkins. Keep reading »

Crave: Black & White Plaid Leggings

SimchaJanuary 7, 2009 //

While plaid pants can make a lady look bulky, these black and white leggings are tight! They’re like a picnic blanket for your stems and we bet they’d make someone special want to take a bite out of you! The plus-size leggings are also available in red, plus, since they’re 92% cotton and only 8% spandex, they are 100% muffin top proof. [$22, Torrid] Keep reading »

In Case Michelle Obama Still Hasn’t Found The Perfect Inauguration Night Dress…

Catherine StrawnJanuary 7, 2009 //

Only 13 more days until Inauguration Day, and the fashion world is still in a tizzy about what Michelle Obama should wear. Style.com asked previous CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund designers to offer their suggestions since Obama has worn dresses by past Fashion Fund participants Thakoon and Jason Wu. Above, from left, Michelle’s Inauguration Night gown according to Alexander Wang, Vena Cava, and Derek Lam. We’re not so sure the first lady can get away with showing off her stems and her back on her husband’s first day of work, but the one-shoulder Derek Lam would be amazing on her — she has such nicely toned arms. Check out other designers’ recommendations at Style.com. Keep reading »

Wedding Rings For The Rebel Bride And Groom

Catherine StrawnJanuary 7, 2009 //

If you’re on your way to getting married but don’t dream of a round-cut diamond solitaire — or a round ring period, Alex & Chloe’s new “Holding You Forever” wedding rings were made for you. Designed exclusively for Revolve Clothing, the square rings are made of 14k gold. The man’s ring ($1,805) is nice and simple, and the woman’s ($1,892) features three inverted white diamonds, which, as we’ve said before, will come in handy if you’re ever attacked. The set will be available starting today. [Refinery 29] Keep reading »

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