Missoni Launches Fall 2009 Ad Campaign

NEW YORK, Jul 31, 2009 / FW/ — For Missoni, it is about the art; hence the Italian maison’s Fall 2009 / Winter 2010 campaign show the true core of the brand. Through a strong evocative tone of voice, it speaks about moments and positive light- hearted emotions, which have always been part of the identity of the brand. Featuring Hanne Gaby Odiele and Devin Childers,... 

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News Briefs: Charles Jourdan, Coach, Rochas, Ferragamo, Gap, Banana Republic

GAP & BANANA REPUBLIC Attention Gap and Banana Republic fans! If you are members of AAA, you can get a 10% discount at Gap Outlet and Banana Republic Factory Store at more than 300 locations. The discount is valid on all purchases, including sale merchandise and is also available at all Baby Gap Outlet and Kids Gap Outlet stores. To receive the discount, AAA members... 

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Back-to-School: Converse One Star Fall 2009 Shoes

DALLAS, Jul 31, 2009 / FW/ — With “affordable” as the latest fashion trend for Back-to-School, Converse One Star fits within everyone’s budget. With shoe prices beginning at $29.99 for men, women at $24.99, and boys & girls at $17.99, Converse One Star provides affordable and modern choices for the trendy students. WOMEN The One Star women’s footwear... 

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Fall 2009 Trend: Keep it Short

3.1 Philip Lim DALLAS, Jul 30, 2009 / FW/ — Shorts galore present a fresh new trend for Fall. They are an item intended to dress up an outfit for work or evening. They provide a new alternative to the skirt, and they are a replacement for the trousers when paired with tights.  Long or short, high waisted or low: they all work for this fall. Phillip Lim and Walter... 

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Henry Cotton’s Black Watch Collection

Henry Cotton's Black Watch Collection MILAN, Jul 30, 2009 / FW/ — Following Fall 2009 theme of emphasizing its Anglo-Saxon roots, Henry Cotton’s created the Blackwatch collection as a tribute to Celtic history and culture. Named after the oldest regiment of the Royal Highland, the Black Watch got its name from the dark tartan that they wore and their role to... 

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Seen & Heard: Camila Alves, Kristen Quittrall, Brianna Domont

Camila Alves and Matthew McConaughey DALLAS, Jul 30, 2009 / FW/ — Parties and movie premieres are becoming as important as the catwalk when it comes to looking at fashion trends. Camila Alves, Brazilian model and girlfriend of actor Matthew McConaughey, glowed in her Poleci clay dress while attending the “Livestrong” party celebrating Tour de France this past... 

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Calendar: Andrea Crews Summer Workshop, Quiksilver

Andrea Crews Summer Workshop Andrea Crews Summer Workshop   One week of immersion in creative process thought, the vintage garment and its history in Andrea Crews studio in Paris. Deconstruct the old shapes and build up the new contemporary fashion. August 24 – 29, 2009 Cost: 1,000 euros More information: contact@andreacrews.com 10 rue Frochot 75009 Paris FRANCE Tel:... 

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Back-to-School: Mossimo Fall 2009 Kids

DALLAS, Jul 30, 2009 / FW/ — Just in time for back-to-school, Mossimo Giannulli releases the Mossimo for Target children’s collection Fall 2009 that offers a range of affordable options that will take girls and boys from the classroom to the playground in style. Girls can dress up denim pants and skirts with plaid tunics in bright, eye-catching colors or go for... 

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Fall 2009 Trend: Warrior Shoes

DALLAS, Jul 30, 2009 / FW/ — The gladiator sandal for spring of this year has elevated to new heights. This trend dates all the way back to Roman times, and they are ultimately inspired by ancient Grecian wardrobe. It is said that Alexander McQueen is responsible for instituting this trend in our modern day. Dennis Basso seems to exhibit the mode in its most original... 

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Copenhagen Artificial Fur: Cruelty Free Animal Fur Alternative

Copenhagen Artificial Fur DALLAS, Jul 29, 2009 / FW/ — The debate about using fur will continue for a long time, but if you want to have the luxe feeling without the guilt associated with it, Copenhagen Artificial Fur might be a good alternative. After years of research and preparation, Copenhagen Artificial Fur finally opened its first shop in Copenhagen, Denmark.... 

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Seen & Heard: Hugh Dancy, Leighton Meester, Jessica Szohr

Hugh Dancy in Calvin Klein NEW YORK, Jul 29, 2009 / FW/ — We’re still in the height of summer and good movies are still coming one of them an indie film entitled “Adam” starring Hugh Dancy and Rose Byrne. Hugh Dancy plays “Adam”, a man who has Asperger’s Syndrome, condition that’s a form of Autism that leaves him quite brilliant but unable to comprehend... 

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