Click through the gallery for some boots from New York Fashion Week that are made for walking.

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- The feds seized $76.8 million in counterfeit Burberry, Coach, Fendi, Prada, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton and other fashionable items as part of a six week sting appropriately titled “Operation Holiday Hoax.” [WWD]

- Oh, Rihanna. Following a legal flip of the weave by David LaChapelle over copying his photographs for her “S&M” video, the pop tart looks to have turned her pilfering eye on the work of Sølve Sundsbø with her latest clip, “You Da One.” [Fashionista]

- Mark Fisher, who produces the controversial shoes Derek Lam has accused Ivanka Trump of “blatantly” copying from him, “strongly denies Lam’s claims.” Fisher argues that Lam’s design “has been used by numerous manufacturers for many decades” and adds for good measure, ”There is nothing iconic about the appearance of the Lam sandal.” Calling a man’s wedge sandal not iconic? Dem’s fightin’ words. [WWD]

- Oooh-la-la…oh, no. No. French health authorities are recommending that 30,000 women who received potentially defective breast implants from a French company have them removed as a preventative measure. [NYT]

- Brittany Murphy‘s mother is claiming her daughter and son-in-law Simon Monjack were killed by toxic mold found in their Hollywood home. The mold apparently caused the pneumonia that killed both Murphy and Monjack and now Momma Murphy is taking legal action against her lawyers for mishandling her case against the construction company back in January. [TMZ]

- And speaking of former reality stars I didn’t know/care were still around, Paris Hilton on the cover of Vanity Fair Spain, ladies and gentlemen. [Huffington Post]

- Derek Lam has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Ivanka Trump claiming she “blatantly and intentionally copied” his Ayami wedge sandal. Well she’s a Trump, did you think she’d copy it with any degree of subtlety? [WWD]

- The Kardashians are suing Star Magazine for libel after the tabloid broke news that they were using child labor and sweatshops in China to manufacture their products. Turns out the head of the Institute for Global Labor and Human Rights was operating on hearsay and assumption. Did no one ever tell him that when you assume you make an ass out of Kim, Kourtney and Khloe — and they can do that fine all by themselves, thank you. [TMZ]

- For some over-privileged boys and girls, Christmas will come a few days late this year.  Due to technical issues of some sort, Barneys has had to cancel several online holiday orders. No, Virginia, there isn’t a Santa Claus because Santa’s IT elves are slacking this season. [Racked]

- Carine Roitfeld‘s had one hell of a year and she wants everyone at Vogue Paris to know it, especially that Emmanuelle Alt. Regarding the loss of Alt’s friendship after 10 years, Roitfeld had this to say: “Maybe this was not supposed to be a friendship. If I look at the balance, maybe I lost some people I thought were my friends, but I made so many new friends. I am very happy, in the end, because I am the winner.” Well, it’s nice to know she’s not bitter. [NYT]

Sam‘s Faves

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- Ralph Lauren: “For the ostrich feather boas.”

- Diane von Furstenberg: For handing out little American flags in honor of 9/11 and for making an outfit that anyone could wear.

- Prabal Gurung: “For using one print 100 ways, and also for clever cutouts.”

- 3.1 Phillip Lim: ”For his tasty sherbert color palette.”

- The Row: “For dressing the old ladies that the Olsen twins were born to be.”

Derek Lam, Tod’s creative director, had kind words to say about the actress: ”What makes this collaboration with Anne so perfect is that not only is she a young actress with accomplished roles to her credit, she is also one to watch for her creative choices. She generates excitement based on the quality of her work, modern beauty and intelligence.” Clearly someone didn’t see Love and Other Drugs…nor should he.

The Signature Collection is geared towards the younger and “more fashion-forward” and is inspired by Andy Warhol and French fashion photog Guy Bourdin. The bags come in ”strong, decisive tones” such as deep red, black, electric blue, fuchsia , lavender, beige and cream. I don’t know when beige became a strong and/or decisive tone, but I digress.

Hathaway, for her part, chimed in with this about the collection: ”The designs are classic and the materials are of the highest quality. As a result, they don’t grow older, they only grow better just like a woman.”  [Telegraph]

Milk is now represented by Creative Artists Agency and has brought on Lexus and American Express as sponsors in addition to original partner MAC Cosmetics.  This partnership has also gone through some changes and beginning this Fashion Week MAC & Milk shows will be under the name of Made.

Lincoln Center on the other hand has IMG, Mercedes-Benz and Maybelline, as well as AmEx with MAC also providing make-up for many a MBFW show.

While Made focuses on emerging designers and does not charge to rent their space — MAC is the exclusive make-up provider leaving models and music on the bill — Lincoln Center caters to more high-profile designers, who in addition to paying for the venue also have to dig deep for models, hair, music and makeup. And these are just a few of the differences:

Number of Shows:

Made – 35

MBFW – 98 (81 on-site, 17 off)

Sponsors:

Made – MAC, American Express and Lexus

MBFW - DHL, Maybelline New York, American Express, TRESemmé, W Hotels Worldwide, Fiber One Bars, ideeli, Fiji Water, AriZona Beverages

Designers:

Made - Sophie Theallet, Cushnie Et Ochs, Peter Som, Erin by Erin Fetherston, Billy Reid, Simon Spurr, Ohne Titel, Jeremy Scott, Nahm

MBFW - BCBG Max Azria, Tommy Hilfiger, Nicole Miller, Cynthia Rowley, Derek Lam, Tracy Reese, L.A.M.B., Diane von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson, Tory Burch, Badgley Mischka, Vera Wang, Diesel, Michael Kors, Nanette Lepore, J.Mendel, Milly by Michelle Smith, Anna Sui, Elie Tahari

With Fashion Week just around the corner and all those sponsorship dollars, designer reputations and AmEx black cards floating around, the stage is set for a good ole-fashioned walk-off between Milk Studios and Lincoln Center. [WWD]

PRABAL GURUNG

The color blocking intricacies and power shapes make me ever kick myself for missing his debut in The Tents for Fall 2010. But it was his ability to unravel that structure for this season that makes me even more excited for what’s next.

Fall 2010

A Brief History of Gurung: After studying fashion and working in production and design India, he designed under the tutelage of Manish Arora and Cynthia Rowley. He then left his position as Design Director for Bill Blass to start his own label, which launched in February 2009.

Despite a solid showing from the monochrome palette, orange stole the spotlight this year. Bottega Veneta, Phillip Lim and Dianne von Furstenberg were just a few who made a statement with solid, orange pieces in their collections. And orange you glad they did? I, for one, can’t wait to add this pop of color to my wardrobe!

Top left: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Top right: DVF, Bottom left: Bottega Veneta, Bottom right: McQ

Nima Taherzadeh

With a new color palette came a more “sporty,” laid-back group of collections. Many collections featured swimwear for the first time this year, and Michael Kors, Herve Ledger, Donna Karan, and McQ took the swimwear analogy one step further. That’s right, dear readers, we’re talking about “scuba-influenced silhouettes” (Style.com).  Take a look at these neon delights and tell us what you think.

Top left: Michael Kors, Bottom left: Donna Karan, Right: McQ

Notable themes on the runway were represented by Max Azria (“a city-inspired undercurrent with a feminine ease”) and Dianne von Furstenberg (a collection of “matchy/clashy prints”). This year there was a general trend towards more urban, jet-setter style in the collections.

Marc by Marc Jacobs and Missoni both included the “emerging must-have” that is the pajama suit in their collections.  This colorful, loose pant was represented in more subdued tones in numerous other collections, and retained its characteristic exaggerated length in all. Petite girls everywhere, ready your platforms!

Top left: Louis Vuitton, Top right: Jason Wu, Bottom left: Marc Jacobs, Bottom right: Missoni

On the other side of the pant spectrum, above-the-ankle, straight-leg cigarette pants were also popular with the likes of Helmut Lang, Monique Lhuillier and Elie Tahari featuring them in their collections. I’d like one in every color, please.

Top left: YSL, Top right: Monique Lhuillier, Bottom left: Elie Tahari, Bottom right: Helmut Lang

Of course, to my delight, leather separates were also popular with quite a few designers this year, including Derek Lam, Thakoon and Jason Wu, who featured leather skirts, shorts, and pants. Calvin Klein and others were also fans of thin leather belts, sending a clear message: when in doubt – belt it!

Top left: Helmut Lang, Top right: Derek Lam, Bottom left: YSL, Bottom right: Thakoon

Perhaps to balance this blast of color and print (and leather, oh my!), the resort collections were significantly more buttoned up this year – and I mean that literally. The runway was up to its proverbial neck in collared shirts and high necklines this season.

Top left: Jason Wu, Top right: Monique Lhuillier, Bottom left: Marc Jacobs, Bottom right: Carolina Hererra

In particular, the boat neck was an popular look for both separates and dresses, with Jason Wu, Louis Vuitton, Max Azria and a plethora of other designers featuring the look.

Top left: Max Azria, Top right: Derek Lam, Bottom left: Donna Karan, Bottom right: Jason Wu

Outerwear took on a boxy silhouette, and squared-off coats were popular with Louis Vuitton, Rachel Roy and others. Oscar de la Renta fittingly featured the silhouette in his Cubism-inspired collection.

Top left: Rachel Roy, Top right: Oscar de la Renta, Bottom left: Naeem Kahn, Bottom right: Monique Lhuillier

Honorable mentions go out to A-line skirts (Jason Wu, Louis Vuitton) and lace (Monique Lhuillier), both trends popping up here and there on the runway this year – always good staples to have in your closet.

Top left: Monique Lhuillier, Bottom left: Louis Vuitton, Top Right: Louis Vuitton, Botom right: Jason Wu

Will you be wearing any of these looks on your next getaway?

Source Love: Style.com

Lam will unveil a ready-to-wear collection of original designs at a presentation during New York Fashion Week in February 2011 and invite shoppers to vote for their favorites on eBay.com—with the collective consumer voice determining which pieces are produced for the exclusive collection. The final collection will be available for purchase in Spring/Summer 2011 at accessible, fixed price points.

Photo via Marie Claire

Stars were seen on the runway for this spring in various forms. Prints, emblems, and embellishments in the shape of stars found their way in some designer’s collections, such as Francesco Scognamiglio, Vena Cava, and Derek Lam. I wouldn’t mind seeing more of this trend—especially in the way Derek Lam used it on those navy shorts.

1. Thakoon 2. Emilio Pucci 3. Versace 4. Vera Wang 5. Narciso Rodriguez 6. Derek Lam 7. Hermes 8. Emilio Pucci 9. 3.1 Phillip Lim 10. Thakoon 11. Christopher Kane 12. Marc Jacobs 13. Giambattisa Valli 14. Anna Sui 15. Lanvin

(Vogue U.K.)

Total Lusciousness!

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First of all, it is my opinion that celebrity designers should NOT show at the Tents at all, I think it’s an insult to the industry and takes the spotlight away from talented designers who have worked long and hard for the chance to present at fashion week. That is why when I hear that the Kardashian sisters are set to show their Bebe line I want to cringe and boycott Mercedes Benz totally. These untalented media whores are on the OFFICIAL calendar in between TSE and Derek Lam, which pisses me off beyond belief. How can Fern Mallis allow this?

LINK LOVE: NY Mag

Remember the trees, remember the grass, remember the time we saw your ass? Two loves take to the field, one barely makes it out clothed.

1. Martha wears cardigan, £1,500, Giorgio Armani (020-7235 6232); shirt, £19.99, Uniqlo, as before; black leather leggings, £595, Joseph (020-7610 8441). Mitchell wears shirt, £115, and cardigan, £145, both Folk.
Picture: Catherine Servel

2. Martha wears wool houndstooth jumpsuit, £335, Paul & Joe (020-7824 8844). Mitchell wears multi-coloured chunky jumper, £365, Folk (020-7404 6458); black trousers, £40, Topman (0845-121 4519).
Picture: Catherine Servel

3. Mitchell wears tweed jacket, £649, Paul Smith (020-7379 7133); black polo neck, £115, John Smedley (020-7495 2222); grey shirt, £125, Folk (020-7404 6458); shoes, £190, Shofolk (020-7404 6458). Martha wears grey cape, £1,635, Yves Saint Laurent (020-7245 8840); white silk satin shirt, £415, Stella McCartney (020-7518 3100); black trousers, £465, Derek Lam at Browns (020-7514 0038); shoes, £641, Alberta Ferretti (020-7235 2349) .

4. Martha wears black tuxedo, from £2,110, shirt, from £900, and bow tie, from £118, all Dolce & Gabbana (020-7659 9000). Mitchell wears black jacket, £80, and trousers, £40, Topman; polo neck, £115, John Smedley.

5. Martha wears net bra, £85, and net briefs, £45, both Agent Provocateur (020-7243 1292); leather boots, £725, and Shetland wool socks, £125, Prada (020-7647 5000); hat, £150, Burberry (020-7806 1303). Mitchell wears jacket, £80, trousers, £40, Topman (0845-121 4519); shirt, £250, and leather shoes, £375, Burberry.

(Daily Telegraph U.K.)

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There are actually thirteen according to Harper’s Bazaar:

1. Be a lady (Armani)
2. Carry luxe extras (Etro)
3. Go wild (Blumarine)
4. Mix in metallics (Carolina Herrera
5. Update classics (Prada)
6. Find a feminine fit (Oscar de la Renta)
7. Opt for unique (Vera Wang)
8. Minimize it (Salvatore Ferragamo)
9. Bet on black (Versace)
10. Keep it classic (Tommy Hilfiger)
11. Do daring the right way (Akris)
12. Go Gray (Max Mara)
13. Buy a blouse (Derek Lam)

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2) PHILLIP LIM

3) YOHJI YAMAMOTO

4) REI KAWAKUBO

5) THAKOON

6) DEREK LAM

7) ANNA SUI

DOO-RI CHUNG

9) JASON WU

10) VIVIENNE TAM

The Chinese-American designer is estimated to lose up to $15 million!!! by the end of the year. Damn you recession, damn you all to HELL!!!

Link Love: The New York Post

We aren’t exactly thrilled that he got it first, but Perez Hilton was sent over a new spread from the Harper’s Bazaar September issue featuring designers Oscar de la Renta, Diane von Furstenburg, Vera Wang, Derek Lam, Thakoon Panichgul, Francisco Costa, Carolina Herrera, and Rodarte‘s Kate and Laura Mulleavy alongside the Muppets from Sesame Street.  Coco Perez made his first mistake by not crediting the photographer, but we aren’t able to leave a comment complaining.

See the rest of the spread on Cult

LINK LOVE: Coco Perez

6PM
@ Derek Lam Boutique
10-12 Crosby Street

Cocktails

Invitation only so you’ll have to crash

LINKAGE: Party Crasher

GALLERY: Models At The Met 

Thanks NY Mag!

A new, limited-edition recycled denim collection, arriving just in time for the Earth Day fuss, has united Alexander Wang, Bottega Veneta, Derek Lam, Rodarte, Rogan, Stella McCartney, Versace, and Ann Demeulemeester.

Last summer Barney’s New York collected recycled denim, which these top designers have fashioned into outfits. The exclusive designs, now in a window display at Barney’s, will go up for auction on eBay April 30, starting at 99 cents each.  All proceeds will benefit Oceana, “the largest international advocacy organization focused 100 percent on protecting and restoring the world’s oceans.”

ELLE has even chipped in with a David Armstrong-shot editorial in their May 2009 issue.

Project Blue is working on the stat that less than 2% of clothing thrown out in the US is actually worn out. Alternatives, of course, include buying and giving away used clothes, or re-fashioning and re-purposing old clothing, as these featured designers have done.

GALLERY: ELLE Lookbook.

New photos of Derek Lam’s new spot are now hitting the web. The place was designed by the same dudes who create The New Museum so it’s hyperfuturistic. Here’s the shot.

LINKAGE: Derek Lam’s Curvy Crystal Palace on Crosby, Revealed

The Pipeline identified nine of the most covetable accessories to duplicate and wear now and we couldn’t agree with them more. From Embellished Tights to Flight Caps, the most stylish need only apply cause these looks aren’t for the faint of chic. We listed some of our favorites below, check out the rest at Refinery 29.

Above, from left: Fall ’09 looks from Zac Posen, Doo.Ri, Miu Miu.

Flight Hats

Above, from left: Fall ’09 looks from Hermès; 3.1 Phillip Lim, Jean Paul Gaultier.

Bedazzling Rhinestones

Above, from left: Fall ’09 looks from Vera Wang; Thakoon; Thakoon.

Above, from left: Valentino; Vera Wang; Lanvin.

Spiked Accessories

Above, from left: Fall ’09 looks from Alexander McQueen; Derek Lam; Givenchy.

Above, from left: Marc Jacobs; Givenchy.

LINKAGE: The Pipeline: Extra, Extra: Nine Rich Accessory Trends to Copy Now!

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I for one, am glad to see the jumpsuit making yet another comeback.

They are easy to wear and most are very comfortable. I personally favor the ones that are loose, as they are very flattering to the figure. I love the “long and lean” look, as most accentuate the legs making them appear long whether you have long legs or not. The more “tailored” looks from Ralph Lauren and Yves St. Laurent are perfect to go from day to night with a change of shoes and accessories. In my book they are a definite “fashion do”. Here are just a few of my favorites.

Here are just a few of my favorites. From top to bottom the designers are as follows: PHILLIP LIM, PROENZA SCHOULER, YVES ST. LAURENT, RALPH LAUREN, DEREK LAM, BEBE and ANTHROPOLOGIE.

LINKAGE: Jumpsuits are everywhere!

Dita Von Teese looks amazing as always in the winter 2008/2009 issue of Citizen K. The burlesque beauty appears on the cover and in a fabulous spread shot by photographer Sol Sanchez. Her wardrobe consists of flowing frocks and accessories by Derek Lam, Prada and Fendi. My personal favorite reminds me of the spaghetti scene in Lady and the Tramp…only it’s made more appealing with a diamond bracelet.

Thanks Just Jared!

“Sweet”

Alexander Wang

“Gnarly”

Derek Lam

“Rigorousruffulous”

Phillip Lim

“Work-in-Progress”

Proenza Schouler

“Earthworks”

Rodare

“Relax”

Peter Som

For the entire list click here

Oscar de la Renta Presenting the award to Proenza Schouler

The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund has announced this year’s 10 contenders for the $200,000 award, which bestows $50,000 for each of two runners-up. Finalists include Albert Q. Swanepoel of Albertus Quartus, Alejandro Ingelmo, indie fave Alexander Wang, Irene Neuwirth, Jason Wu, Juan Carlos Obando, Swaim and Christina Hutson of Obedient Sons and Daughters, John Patrick of Organic, Richard Chai, and Lisa Mayock & Sophie  Buhai of Vena Cava, who were finalists last year as well.

Since its inception in 2003, the program has awarded over $1,000,000 to help build brands like Doo.Ri, Derek Lam, Proenza Schouler (above), Rodarte, Thakoon, Thom Browne and Trovata. The awards will be presented on November 17 at a private dinner in New York.

Really excited about this, crossing our fingers that we may get invited to the dinner…

“Derek Lam, meanwhile, has a Western inspiration: “Le Cercle Rouge,” Jean-Pierre Melville’s Seventies crime film with nary a female protagonist in sight. The result is a charming lineup with a men’s wear edge, as in a beribboned halter tank made from shirting fabric.” – WWD on Lam’s Resort Collection.

The blue dress is by far one of my favorite shapes of the season. What do you think indies?  Wearable or hate it.

Agyness Deyn, Derek Lam and a slew of other celebrities play host to a private preview of Andy Warhol’s Double Marlon at The Soho Grand tonight. This event will be filled with a who’s who of fashionable types and celebs so it’s only appropriate that we crash it. Nothing says true Warhol more than rebellion (or is that commercialism).  In a day when so much of Warhol’s work has been bastardized it’s refershing that there is still appreciation for his art, unaltered and not attatched to a national campaign for the GAP.  You probably won’t get in, but if you’re the hotness you never know.

Andy Warhol’s DOUBLE MARLON

8 – 11PM
The Soho Grand
Penthouse Lofts
310 West B’WAY