Here Comes the Groom!

Edited by Hilary Price

The beloved Simon Doonan, creative director at Barney’s, is getting married! The self proclaimed fashionista will wed interior designer and Top Design judge  Jonathan Adler. The ceremony will take place in California. Although the ceremony is a joyous occasion, Doonan says that Adler is already his spouse unofficially and getting married “is more like paying a parking ticket.” He assures his fans that the event will take place after the main event: New York Fashion Week. Congrats Simon!  

Zac Posen’s New CEO Means New Influence

Edited by Hilary Price

Zac Posen, known for his gorgeous, typically colorful, gowns has recently hired Laura O’Connor as the Franchise’s new CEO. Formally, O’Connor worked as the president of the Women’s Wear department, for Theory. Posen has said that he looks forward to collaborating with O’Connor.

While I love Theory and adore Zac Posen, they are very different brands. Zac Posen has an intangible flair while Theory is classic. Both brands are wonderful but nonetheless different. Thankfully, you cannot really go wrong with Zac Posen or Theory. Only time will tell what the two new fashion forward partners will come up with.

The Dark Night… Literally

Edited by Hilary Price

The London premiere of Batman:The Dark Night, brought the stars and London guest together. I couldn’t help but notice a cohesive pattern among the red carpet: darkness. While Heath Ledger’s death and the film’s title evoke a dark tone, it’s summer! Summer is the time for white, pastels and brights. While most of the guests looked stunning, the lack of variation was disappointing. On a brighter note, the film raked in 155.34 Mill during the weekend, at box office, now there is something to smile about!

Disney Disappoints

Edited by Hilary Price

The newest Disney animation film, “The Princess and the Frog” is scheduled to debut in 2009. The film has incorporated a new kind of princess. Disney’s newest princess is, surprisingly, African American. Although some may rejoice at Disney’s weak attempt to embrace diversity, I am thoroughly disappointed. The Disney franchise’s intentions are questionable because of their notoriously racist history.

The princess and protagonist, Maddy is from New Orleans and is a servant. I find her occupation to be curious. It seems as though the only thing the producers did correctly was hire the gifted and charming Anika Noni Rose, as Maddy. Disney seems to be continuing onto their incorrigible path with their newest project.

In addition, to successfully developing a racist reputation, the franchise has managed to instill fear in young people. Think about it. How can Pocahontas and the Native American people’s plight be cheery? Yes, the trail of tears was wonderful walk. Cinderella’s evil step family showed little kids, all over the world, to deter daddy from every getting remarried. The “Beauty” and the dark savage like “Beast”. Need I say more? Who thinks of this shit?

The story takes place during the Jazz Age, so her place of residence, New Orleans, seems appropriate. Yet, there is still something unsettling about Princess Maddy’s portrayal. While, little girls around the country will have a new heroine and role model, Disney’s older viewing demographic is less transparent. Ranting reviews have already hit the web. People are disgusted. Disney better do a great job. The culmination of her lowly occupation and the racial southern tensions are a recipe for misunderstanding and disaster.

Fashion Indie is Recognized at Chic Conference

Edited by Hilary Price

Last Friday, Busie Matsiko, Fashion Indie’s co-founder and CEO was invited to speak and moderate at The Annual Womensphere conference. The inspiring day conference was held at Manhattan’s Hunter College. The room brought powerful women together; CEO’s, founders, entrepreneurs, and more. Notably, among the celebrated guests,Fashion Indie friends, Enyinne Owunwanne, co-founder of the Uptown Emerging Designers Market,  and Zulema Griffin, Project Runway Season 2 finalist, were present, and dropped their fabulous fashionable words of wisdom.  

Don’t I Know You From Somewhere?

Edited by Hilary Price

The new Guess? ads are out, and causing a case of Deja Vu. The ubiquitous blond Guess girl has gone “Back to Black”, by channeling their inner Amy Winehouse. The hair and eyes definitely resemble Ms. Winehouse. While, the look is epitomizes the soul singer, this could never be the infamous Amy Winehouse because the model is healthy, she is not calling for her Blake Blake or her three trusty backup singers.  

Thanks to Fashionista for the pics! 

Tim Gunn Teaches Time How to Make it Work!

Edited by Hilary Price

The new highly anticipated season of Bravo’s,Project Runway is, thankfully, right around the corner. Time Magazine caught up with reality television’s fan favorite, Tim Gunn, for an informal interview. Lucky readers were able to probe his fashionable frame of mind, and subsequently learn how to “make it work!”

Here are excerpts from the interview:  

What has been your favorite outfit designed by a contestant on Project Runway? —Rachel Thompson, Dallas
May I give two answers? For me—and it’s very emotional—it was the winning look from the very first episode of the very first season, when we took the designers to a Gristedes grocery store and Austin Scarlett made a dress out of corn husks. It was the closest to couture as a corn husk in America could possibly get. On the fashion front, it was the collaboration of Christian Soriano and Chris March on Season 4, the avant-garde challenge. That dress was magnificent. 

With which designer, dead or alive, would you like to spend a lunch dishing fashion ideas?—Milo Keilo, MILILANI, HAWAII

Oh, the first really seminal designer of the 20th century: Coco Chanel. That would be some lunch. If it were a living designer, there’s no one more fabulous to have lunch with than Diane von Furstenberg.

Michelle Obama or Cindy McCain? —Sharlin Aldao MIAMI LAKES, FLA.

Michelle Obama. Absolutely. She looks so comfortable and relaxed in her style, in her fashion, and she exudes that. She has a presence that gives you confidence in her.

What’s the worst fashion trend you’ve ever seen?—Kay Soriano, MANILA
Well, sandals with socks are certainly up there. Generally speaking, it’s footwear trends. I mean, the Croc—it looks like a plastic hoof. How can you take that seriously? I know it’s comfortable; I understand that. But if you want to dress to feel as though you never got out of bed, don’t get out of bed.

Check out the whole interview here! 

Horsing Around With Hermes

Edited by Hilary Price

Hermes is hosting three consecutive equestrian events, according to Women’s Wear Daily. Although Hermes is known for their iconic Birkin bags, divine designs,and celebrity clientele, Hermes origins are in the equine world. Hermes has been involved with the equine world for over 170 years. After all, Thierry Hermes was a saddle and bridle maker. Hermes has always stayed true to it’s roots, which is evident in their logo. Though, Hermes has hosted and sponsored horse shows previously, the brand will be running it’s first Le Galop Hermes event, a highly anticipated horse show, in, of course, France.  

Poor Posh

Edited by Hilary Price

Victoria Beckham is becoming a fashion icon. She takes risks while maintaining her fabulous style. Selflessly Beckham planned to share her fashion genius and launch her own line. Unfortunately, Los Angeles boutique, Kitson has pushed back Beckham’s plans of launching her men’s collection, dVb until next year! In addition, many other boutiques have discontinued her denim collection. Personally, I was enamored by her denim collection, especially those star embroidered pockets. Thankfully Mrs. Beckham has kept her head up, with hopes to launch a couture line debuting this fall, at New York Fashion Week. 

Trash Makes Trash

Edited by Hilary Price

Lately, Lindsay Lohan has been making headlines for her cocaine use, rehabilitation and most recently her lesbian escapades with androgynous D.J Samantha Ronson. Today graver news infiltrates the rumor mill, Lindsay Lohan has come out with a “clothing” line. When will this celebrity trend/travesty end?! Her new project clearly confirms her inability to land a role.

Lohan’s disgusting and incorrigible reputation remains constant in her new (overpriced) line entitled 6126. The line is mainly leggings and accessory pieces. Honestly, these items are an easy find and 1/3 of the price at American Apparel. Surprisingly, the chic online boutique Shop Intuition has paired up with the scary star. The materials are cheap and frankly look cheesy.  Yet I never expected glitter, leopard print, and a plethora of zippers to scream class.

Maybe, Lohan is good at something after all… being predictably trashy.