The Heartbeat of American Fashion is in Indiana (Part II)
Stephen Sprouse Burnout 88 A dress influenced by the American flag was designed by Stephen Sprouse (1953-2004). It is an A-line shift made of cotton twill in red, black, blue, and cream, titled “Burn Out 88.” Sprouse, who was born in Dayton, Ohio, was raised in Columbus, Indiana from the time he was two. At the age of 14 he served a summer apprenticeship with Bill...
The Heartbeat of American Fashion is in Indiana (Part I)
Bill Blass – Nancy Reagan Evening Gown LOS ANGELES, Oct 20, 2012/ — While traveling to Anderson, Indiana on assignment, I stopped by the Indianapolis Museum of Art to view “An American Legacy: Norell, Blass, Halston & Sprouse.” An American Legacy: Norell, Blass, Halston & Sprouse May 4, 2012 – January 27, 2012 Indianapolis Museum of Art: Gerald...
Byblos Milano: An Exclusive Club Lounge Opens
MILAN, Oct 2, 2012/ — Manuel Facchini, Creative Director of Byblos had a dream – “create a multiform, multipurpose space which could be adapted according to need.” Manuel Facchini And it came true last Sunday, September 23rd when BYBLOS_MILANO, an exclusive club lounge located at the heart of Parco Cenisio in Milan opened. The project born from the creative...
Rebecca Taylor Designs Pink Blouse for Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation
NEW YORK, Sep 27, 2013/ — An avid supporter for the fight against breast cancer, Rebecca Taylor once again used her designing prowess to raise awareness and funds for the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation (TNBCF). Designed exclusively for the TNBCF, the Rebecca Taylor neon pink blouse will retail for $225 and is available exclusively on the brand’s e-commerce...
Hic et Nunc: A Treatise on Human Relationship with the Natural World
PARIS, Jun 12, 2012/ — Hic et Nunc, the first monograph of Miguel Villalobos and Graham Tabor’s photography looks into the changing relationships we as a society and as individuals have with the space between our urban centers. Published by Portal+, Hic et Nunc is a limited, numbered edition of 500 copies. The first 50 are a special edition signed by the artists...
Rebecca Taylor Designs Children Capsule Collection
NEW YORK, Jun 12, 2012/ — A mother of three (including two twin girls), Rebecca Taylor always thought that the great prints from her eponymous fashion line would translate well into pieces for children. Inspired by her own children, Rebecca Taylor designed little girls’ clothing for the first time, a series of easy dresses and cardigans to throw on during summer...
STONE ISLAND 30: thirty years of history, research and experimentation.
FLORENCE, ITALY, MAY 29TH, 2012- On the occasion of Pitti Immagine Uomo no.82, the most important international event interpreting menswear through style, fashion, design and culture, Stone Island will exhibit 30 years of its history from 1982 to today. The brand , that belongs to Sportswear Company and is headed by Carlo Rivetti, retraces its history dedicated to textile...
NYCEDC and FIT Announce Inaugural Class of Design Entrepreneurs NYC, A Mini-MBA Program for New York City-Based Fashion Designers
NEW YORK, MAY 29, 2012—New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) announced the selection of the 35 New York City-based fashion companies that will make up the inaugural class of Design Entrepreneurs NYC, a free, intensive, “mini-MBA” program that will equip select New York City-based fashion designers with...
An “Infinite Loop” in Seoul with Calvin Klein Collection
NEW YORK & SEOUL, May 24, 2012/ — With the brand’s Creative Directors as hosts and Kate Bosworth, Chloe Moretz, Lara Stone and Hanneli Mustaparta as special guest, Calvin Klein Inc presented a one-night-only exhibition entitled, “Infinite Loop” last night in Seoul, Korea. Underwritten by Calvin Klein, Inc and organized by the New Museum and curated by Lauren...
Christian Louboutin Retrospective at London Design Museum
LONDON, May 24, 2012/ — Celebrating Christian Louboutin’s 20th anniversary and his dedication to innovative design and craftsmanship, the London Design Museum is holding a retrospective exhibition of the designer’s works. Instantly recognizable by the trademark red soles, Christian Louboutin shoes appear everywhere that stylish and elegant women can be found....
Martini and Christian Louboutin Search for the Next Martini Advertising Star
LONDON, May 23, 2012/ — MARTINI, one of the most iconic brands in the world, launches an exciting new campaign to find the next female MARTINI advertising star with Christian Louboutin as the international judge. Named after the MARTINI Royale drink, The MARTINI Royale Casting is a global search to find a woman who demonstrates the philosophy of MARTINI ‘LUCK...
