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Alexa Chung: Style Q&A

Interview and exclusive pictures of the style icon: Alexa Chung is synonymous with British style. We met up with our former cover girl as she fronts her latest label of choice, cult Italian footwear brand Superga

Unconventional Conversation with Pierre Hardy

Pierre Hardy, the Parisian designer best known for his iconic shoes, is expanding his presence on thecorner.com with the launch of his SS 11 menswear collections. To celebrate this global debut, Maria Luisa Poumaillou met Pierre Hardy in his Parisian showroom for an unconventional conversation; an intimate one-on-one chat that sees him sharing his thoughts on everything from his inspirations to his creative process, between fashion and design, between illustration and architecture

Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Inès de La Fressange

Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by French fashion icon Inès de La Fressange. The onetime Chanel muse and current creative director for Roger Vivier outlines her enchanting brand of joie de vivre.

Style.com To Launch Glossy Print Edition This Fall

We’re used to print magazines adopting digital platforms, but websites getting print editions?

Lady Gaga is to become a fashion columnist.

Will begin writing for V Magazine from May as well as “resurrecting” video blog diary Transmission Gagavision.

10 Future Style Icons: From A New Olsen to Emma Roberts

Olsens younger sister Elizabeth Olsen, Emma Roberts, Sky Ferreira, Mia Wasikowska, emma Stone and others.

A Moment With…Hervé Léger

Hervé Léger, the man behind the famous bandage dress, has seen it all: Paris through the glorious excesses of the 1980s. Building his company only to be forced out by financial backers, and the revival of his designs at the company he rebuilt, Hervé L. Leroux (a name suggested by close friend Karl Lagerfeld). The Daily caught up with Monsieur Léger at this week’s Luxury Summit held by the Centre du Luxe et de la Création in Paris, to discuss Karl, designer pressure and more!

The Best and Worst of March Fashion Magazines

March is the September of spring, the month when magazines fully introduce the new season in extra-fat issues with extra-fat fashion spreads.Model Arizona Muse also nailed it, as she tends to, dripping wet in Dazed & Confused and dancing with one of our other favorite girls, Freja Beha, in Numéro. March's French Vogue marked Carine Roitfeld's last issue as editor-in-chief — and judging by her fashion spreads she did not go quietly.

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 Freja Beha and Raquel Zimmerman for H&M

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Bill Cunningham: Street Smarts on Nowness.com.

A clip from the soon to be released documentary about the legendary photographer Bill Cunningham. Bill Cunningham New York by director Richard Press, opening March 16th at New York City’s landmark Film Forum, captures both Cunningham’s influence and his endearing eccentricities. 

Eva Mendes is new face of Thierry Mugler’s Angel

Eva Mendes has replaced Naomi Watts as the face of Thierry Mugler’s Angel fragrance.

In Her Skin: A Fashion Editorial with Crystal Renn

The StyleCaster cover series showcases the multi-faceted talents of Crystal Renn, and her ability to handle characters with varying energy and direction.

Collaboration: Karl Lagerfeld and Rachel Bilson

Karl Lagerfeld and Rachel Bilson Collaborate on Original Film Series Inspired by Magnum Ice Cream.

HAUTE COUTURE: A Fashion Documentary

This film just won for Best Short Documentary in the Local Filmmakers Showcase at the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival.

The Best and Worst of February Fashion Magazines

See Arizona Muse, Adriana Lima, Jennifer Aniston, and more beauties warming up spring's best new fashion.

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The Estée Lauder Lovelies

A Diverse Model Trio Features in New Estée Lauder Ads; Joan Smalls, Constance Jablonski, and Liu Wen appear in the new Estée Lauder campaign.

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Diana Dondoe x Les Chiffoniers_ 

For the Les Chiffoniers fall collection, founder Leena Similu toned down her trademark rock chick glamour to instead focus on a deconstructed architectural look. 

 Galliano's Dior The End, How the Epic Fell In 7 Days_ 

While his story for Dior is over, his is not; and a new chapter is set to be written next. Same for Dior. 

 Atelier Versace Spring 2011

The whole collection as worn by Abbey Lee Kershaw sporting a platinum blonde bowl shaped haircut, many of the looks have already been worn. 

 Spring / Summer 2011 - Color Report_ 

Fall 2011/2012 fashion weeks just ended lets not forget the upcoming season spring/summer 2011 and the trends of colors and patterns. 

 50 Most Stylish New Yorkers_ 

Gathered 50 New Yorkers from editorial, retail, beauty, music and beyond who exemplify the reality of New York. 

 Ck One Returns_ 

The Iconic brand launches digital campaign, Watch the video and see 2011’s face of Calvin Klein Lara Stone, team up with a gang of beautiful and very cool people including Alice Dellal, Pixie Geldof, Ruby Aldridge, Abbey Lee Kershaw and Wang Xiao to name but a few. 

 Alexa Chung Is Designing a Second Collection For Madewell_ 

Alexa Chung's first collaboration with Madewell last Fall was a huge success, and now the brand has asked her back to design a second collection.

 Paul Smith Black Label 

Looks to the world of fashion photographer Nick Knight for inspiration for SS11. Knights images are often sexually charged with great sense of energy and has been used to influence both colour and print.

 Interview with Haider Ackermann_ 

An unconventional conversation with Haider Ackermann, interviewed by fashion pioneer Maria Luisa in iconic Paris eatery Anahi. Haider Ackermann reveals his feelings and emotions regarding womenswear and tells us more about the special creative exercise for which he imagined her man: the Opium collection.

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Model-Morphosis | Constance Jablonski at Prabal Gurung

The photographer Greg Kessler captures the transformations of New York Fashion Week. Here, the model Constance Jablonski before (left) and after (right) transforms.

Stylist Talks To David Koma 

The Georgia-born 25-year-old shot to fame after Beyoncé, Kylie and Cheryl Cole wore his body-con dresses and on the eve of his a/w 2011 collection Stylist sat down for an exclusive chat with the fashion boy wonder.

Bulgari's Capsule Collection by Matthew Williamson‏ 

Matthew Williamson has designed an amazing capsule handbag collection for Bulgari that is available in stores now. The S/S 2011 accessories collection celebrates Mediterranean allure blending design and innovation.

Peter Lindbergh's New Muse 

Film by renowned fashion photographer Peter Lindbergh makes a study of songstress Sabisha Friedberg’s haunting vocals. 

Boys Will Be Girls 

Fashion's playing with the gender divides, meet the key protagonists Andrej Pejic, Lea T and more.

Alexander McQueen: One Year On

On the anniversary of Alexander McQueen's death, the label shows no signs of slowing down.

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Backstage at Chanel Haute Coutre Show

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Elle Collections Spring/Summer 2011

Diary Of Paris Fashion Week

Coco Rocha's last seasons Paris fashion week diary, aslo featured in ELLE Collections.

 Christopher Kane wins BFC/Vogue award

The designer – a favorite with stars including Lily Allen and Carey Mulligan – will receive $350,000 and access to mentors in the fashion industry. 

 MTV Pulls Plug on Lauren Conrad’s New Reality Show 

MTV, the network that made Lauren Conrad a star, has confirmed they will not air her new reality show, which focused on her forthcoming contemporary line, Paper Crown.

 Tom Ford to Show in London

Undoubtedly the Tom Ford presentation, which his PRs have confirmed is really happening.

 The Best and Worst of January Fashion Magazines 

From best in Italian,UK, US Vogue's, Dazed & Confused, V Magazine and GQ and Worst in InStyle and Lucky. 

 H&M's (Eco-Friendly) Conscious Collection 

H&M is taking Spring's white-out trend to a whole new level with its upcoming Conscious Collection, which uses eco-friendly textiles like organic cotton and recycled polyester.

 Manish Arora Confirmed as Paco Rabanne Creative Director

The rumor has been confirmed: Manish Arora is the new creative director of Paco Rabanne, and will show his first collection for the label in October during Paris Fashion Week — for Spring 2012. 

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Chanel from H&M Magazine

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Raquel Zimmermann & Freja Beha Erichsen for H&M SS '11

The Craziest Men's Fall 2011 Fashion 

Including from designs from John Galliano, Adam Kimmel, Jean Paul Gaultier, Comme des Garcons, Givenchy, Maison Martin Margiela, Rick Owens & Thierry Mugler. Plus Unusual Trends For 2O11: The Crop Top

Heidi Klum to create own perfume

The German supermodel has signed a deal with cosmetic firm Coty Beauty to create a new scent, entitled Shine, and will but available in September.

Couture Isn't Dead 

How many articles have been written heralding the imminent death of couture?

Rodarte Won’t Get Credit for Black Swan Costume Design

Rodarte won't get any credit. Since the Mulleavy sisters didn't negotiate credits in their contract for the movie, the film's main costume designer, Amy Westcott, will be awarded.

H&M launches a plus size collection for Spring 

From early March, H&M will offer a 20-unit capsule collection called, simply, Inclusive, which will be available in sizes 32-54 and sold exclusively online.

Richard Nicoll for Fred Perry Laurel Wreath S/S 2011 collection. 

London based Aussie-born designer, Richard Nicoll, has launched his first Laurel Wreath collection for Fred Perry. 

Gareth Pugh A/W11 Pitti Film 

The avant-garde Brit designer took a detour to Pitti in Florence for a surprisingly colourful collection before his Paris catwalk show.

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Calvin Klein Collection first TV commercial featuring models Lara Stone and Tyson Ballou. Directed by Fabien Baron, filmed in La Jolla, California.

LOVE Issue Five; “The Androgyny Issue”. 

Justin Beiber, Kate Moss, and Lea T. set to cover, out on February 7. 

L’Oreal Paris new face; Gwen Stefani. 

The singer-and-fashion designer will follow in the footsteps of celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Eva Longoria and Beyonce Knowles.

Westwood Re-designs THE BRITS. 

Dame Vivienne designs this year’s BRIT award. Ceremony will take place on Tuesday 15 February.

2011 Golden Globe Awards 

68th Annual Golden Globe Awards - 2011, see who attends and see their red carpet looks. 

Rebecca Minkoff Hires a Blogger to Helm Marketing 

Rebecca Minkoff has hired Daniel Saynt, the founder of the blog Fashion Indie, to serve as her chief marketing officer.

Take A Walk With "The Sartorialist"... 

...a day in Scott Schuman's life.

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Backstage at Anna Sui

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British GQ

BritishGQ's February issue special Victoria's Secret collector's issue; cover whichwas photographed by Vincent Peters features the models Candice Swanepoel, LilyAldridge, Erin Heatherton, and Lindsay Ellingson.

  Emanuelle Alt isthe New Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Paris 

  The Best of new faces

VogueItalia asks you to vote for new favourite face out the following;Arizona Muse,Ruby Aldridge, Ashley Smith, Julia Nobis, Ylonka Verheun, Samantha Gradoville,Melissa Tammerjin, Kirsi Pyrhonen, Caroline B Nielsen and Daphne Groeneveld.Who did you choose?

 Nextin line of celebrity designers Olivia Palermo,Hilary Swank,Mischa Barton 

  The Best andWorst in December Fashion Magazines 

Listcreated by The Cut of New York Magazine, from choosing their best editoiral,sexiest model, Awkward poses to best reaction to ice cream, Worst uses, mosttired trend. 

  Anja Rubikengaged to fellow model Sasha Knezevic 

Frockwritertalks to Anja Rubik by her recent engagement, Terry Richardson, model suicides,modelling Nude and her time starting out.

  Interview withstylist Grace Woodward 

Stylist.co.ukcaught up with Britain's Next Top Model judge and The X Factor stylist GraceWoodward the morning after the talent show's grand final last month to talkabout ethical fashion, being a stylist and x-factor, of course.

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Agyness Deyn for Spring/summer 2011 for Culture Call

 

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Nowness: Haider Ackermann design, photographed by Erik Madugan Heck

Haider Ackermann:Tailor Made

The Avant-Garde Designer Collaborates On a Bespoke Box Set With Nomenus'Erik Madigan Heck, available exclusively at Milan’s 10 Corso Como.

Band of Outsiders HollywoodStudio Launch Party

Images from Scott Sternberg; founder ofcult tailoring brand Band of Outsiders own camera as he hosted to toasthis label’s move to its new Hollywood design studio.

Underground 'Fashion Sub-Terra' Trailer

Underground'Fashion Sub-Terra' is the first of many Indie Fashion Shows that will meet thesilver screen in 2011. Here is a glimpse of what may be the first Fashion Showto ever be witnessed in a Cave.

BestDressed Lists for 2010

ELLE UK, Telegraph,Vogue UK,Vanity Fair,and Vogue US.

Schedule for London Fashion Week autumn/winter 2011

Returningto London are Temperley London and heritage British brand Aquascutum. Labelsmaking their LFW debut include J. JS Lee and Les Chiffoniers. They will joincurrent LFW catwalk designers includingAntonio Berardi, Burberry Prorsum,Jonathan Saunders, Matthew Williamson and Pringle of Scotland, as well as BFCNEWGEN sponsored by Topshop talents.

Carine Roitfeld leaves Vogue Paris

EmmanuelleAlt Is "The Strongest Contender" To Replace Carine Roitfeld.

RumerWills For Badgley Mischka Spring 2011

RumerWillis will be appearing in Badgley Mischka’s Spring 2011 adcampaign, shot by fashion photographer Tony Duran in Malibu.

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Freja Beha for Harry Winston Jewellery