- James Franco, the poor man’s Renaissance man, shot Agyness Deyn, Natalia Bonifacci and Imogen Poots as eternal rebel, James Dean for Elle. [Elle]

- Jessica Simpson‘s come a long way from moderately successful/talented pop tart to…respected (?) businesswoman. Next step towards legitimacy? Mentoring aspiring designers on NBC‘s Fashion Star hosted by Elle MacPherson. Keep on trotting, lady. [Fashionista]

- Alber Elbaz debuted Lanvin‘s new kid’s line and it’s haute cute-ure. [Styleite]

- Mariah Carey may have — allegedly — given birth to twins recently, but Mimi is already back to work.  After all she now has three mouths to feed — though I think it’s cute that Nick Cannon pretends to work. Mariah’s “remixing” a trio of scents under the name Lollipop Splash Remix. A cameo by Puff Daddy and Ma$e is sure to follow. [WWD]

- Vivienne Westwood is opening up her first flagship store in the states and she’s doing it in Los Angeles. Why L.A.? ”I don’t actually like New York.” She explains. “New York people are a bit stuck up and self important, and think that just the fact that they live in New York makes them better than anybody else.” Not better than anybody else. Better than everybody else. So-what? Who-cares? Is it our fault our city kicks every other city’s ass? I don’t think so. Please don’t punish us for being the bestest, Viv. [W]

- As if there weren’t enough fashion reality shows hosted by supermodels, now NBC has thrown their chapeau into the ring with Fashion Star, hosted by Elle Macpherson. But don’t expect high concept challenges requiring yards of tulle and a metric ton of beading; this show will focus on everyday items, “like bathing suits or lingerie, or surf wear and jeans.” And the winner gets a multi-million dollar contract and the chance to have their line sold at a “massive retail store.” I don’t know about you, but I’ve all but given up on PJ Runway (Lifetime? Ew.) and The Fashion Show, despite Iman being the best person ever, just doesn’t make the cut. Will a show about designers making mass-retail jeans intrigue you? Especially on NBC? [Modelina]

1. Nude is a no-show. White undergarments do not disappear under white garments, so get the idea out of your head. Unless you’re going for the whole “look at my underwear” thing and are positive you can pull it off, wear nude undergarments when you see color is showing through your clothes. Chantelle Icone T-Shirt Bra in Skin combines comfort, style and function. As for underwear, Commando Low-Rise Girl Shorts in True Nude and Hanky Panky Lace Thong in Nude are both excellent options.

2. If show-through is your thing, keep it one color. The sheer trend is big, especially when letting your undergarments show through a dress. I am all about it and ready to partake come summer, but don’t channel the rainbow. Stick with one color, or block of colors, for both your bra and panties. The VPL Insertion Bra and matching VPL Convexity Undi are meant to be shown and great if you’re looking for a bright spring statement. Pair this Agent Provocateur Melody Padded Underwire Bra with the Eberjey Pima Goddess Low-Rider Bikini for a super sexy nighttime look.

3. Smooth with a slip. Gone are the days when women wore slips under everything, which isn’t a bad thing per se. But remember, slips smooth-out lumps and bumps under clingy fabrics and body-conscious designs. With a plethora of adorable and sexy slips on the market today, there is no excuse to look your best in the teeniest spring dress. For full-body options, the Agent Provocateur Zelma Satin Contour Dress will give you show-stopping curves while the Organic by John Patrick Bias Slip is perfect for the thinnest sundresses. If a half slip is more your style, the Carine Gilson Egérie Silk-Satin Half Slip is so gorgeous, you’ll never want to go without.

4. Say no to visible panty lines. This is simplest, yet most readily broken rule. If you’re wearing tight pants, WEAR A THONG. There is nothing grosser than seeing panty lines bulging out from a fitted dress or pair of pants. All lovely and comfortable, these four thongs are safe to try: Elle Macpherson Intimates Obsidian Eleanor Stretch-Silk Thong, Cosabella Soire Low-Rise Thong, La Perla Iconic Surpiqué Satin Thong and Topshop White Deep Lace Thong.

5. Conceal your bra straps. There’s nothing wrong with your bra casually peeking out from a weekday tank top, but for the love of God, don’t let it show when you’re all dolled-up and fancy. There are plenty of comfortable options out there that convert into many different styles, so all you need is one or two to start. As far as convertible options go, Donna Karan Luxe Solutions Halter Bra, Natori Body Options Convertible Bra and Huit Cupcake Bandeau Bra are some of the best. If a plain ‘ole strapless is what you’re looking for, the Calvin Klein Ivory Customized Lift Strapless Bra and Simone Perele Velia Plunge Strapless Bra are both great options.

What are your secrets for looking great underneath your spring wardrobe?

Molly Sims

Sims got her start as a Victoria’s Secret runway model, but soon transitioned to a Sports Illustrated bikini babe and is best known as a Cover Girl model and for her peppy Old Navy ads. In 2009 Sims launched a line of jewelry, Grayce by Molly Sims, sold on graycebymollysims.com. It has taken off, and now sells through Henri Bendel and a handful of boutiques, including Scoop, Ron Herman and Matches London. Items in her new collection retail for between $135 and $795 (at full price). Sims also starred for five years on NBC’s Las Vegas, and has appeared in various big-screen titles.

Elizabeth Hurley

The former Estée Lauder model, now 45, launched a swimwear line, Elizabeth Hurley Beach, in 2005; it now includes tunics, sarongs, shorts and kids’ wear. In 2009 she began manufacturing food products with ingredients grown on her 400 acres in the Gloucestershire countryside. Elizabeth Hurley Food’s organic snack line is sold at London retailer Harrods. Hurley raises her own pigs, cows and sheep at her farm, and sells their shanks at butchers across Britain. She recently partnered with Prince Charles’ organic food company, Duchy Originals, though the new line has yet to hit stores.

Cindy Crawford

The original supermodel, now 42, known for her Clairol and Pepsi campaigns, among others, had a hugely successful line of workout videos. In 2005 she partnered with HM Richards on an eponymous line of home furniture, sold through retailers like Rooms to Go, Art Van and Raymour & Flanigan. She recently partnered with JCPenney to sell a home décor line and a mid-range jewelry collection, One Kiss. She also has a line of anti-aging skincare, Meaningful Beauty, and a branded shoe collection sold through European retailer Deichmann. Crawford still strikes a pose for the likes of Omega Watches and Russian department store TSUM.

Elle Macpherson

In 1990 Elle “The Body” Macpherson, best known for her record five Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition covers, teamed with Bendon Limited Apparel to create an eponymous line of intimate wear, now a global seller. The line, which includes maternity bras as well as lingerie, has been so successful that the bombshell now out-earns her best years as a supermodel, with an estimated yearly $10 million paycheck. Now 47, Macpherson also has a line of skincare, The Body, sold in Europe. MacPherson took over as the host of Britain’s Next Top Model, and also serves as executive producer.

Marissa Miller

The Victoria’s Secret Angel has also graced the cover of the 2007 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Fashion clients have included Marc Jacobs, Tommy Hilfiger, DirecTV and True Religion jeans. In 2008 she launched a shoe line with skateboarder/surfer-oriented company Vans. In 2009 Harley-Davidson made Miller, 32, its first ever brand face; a co-branded clothing line is in the works. This year she became a “First Mate” for Captain Morgan Spiced Rum (playing the captain’s sexy sidekick in a viral video and commercial) and an NFL spokeswoman. In 2010 she designed a women’s paddle-up board for Surftech; it comes in pink and purple and bears the model’s name.

Erin Wasson

Since 2002 this former Victoria’s Secret beauty has been the face of Maybelline in print and TV ads worldwide. In spring 2009 she dovetailed her love of surfing and fashion by launching a line of eponymous beach-inspired women’s apparel through skating and surfing lifestyle company RVCA. Wasson also partnered with Mouawad (Heidi Klum’s jewelry partner) to brand a collection of chain-inspired jewelry, LowLuv, now sold in dozens of boutiques in the U.S, Canada, Europe and Japan. She is also an investor in 100 Lafayette, a hip New York City dance club. She recently raised $12,000 in an hour for Best Friends animal sanctuary by selling her designer cast-offs.

Heidi Klum

The Sports Illustrated swimsuit model turned Victoria’s Secret Angel hung up her wings in September 2010 after 13 years with the lingerie giant. But the gorgeous German, now 36, is busy as ever (evidenced by her $16 million take-home pay from June 2009 through June 2010). Stateside, Klum hosts the designer reality show Project Runway and, in her home country, Germany’s Next Top Model (Klum gets a cut of all her GNTM discoveries’ revenue.) The mother of four also hawks jewelry; an anti-aging skin care line, In an Instant; two maternity wear lines, Loved and Lavish; and gadgets on her website. In October she launched a line of fashionable sporty clothing, with New Balance, sold exclusively on Amazon.com.

Gisele Bundchen

This former Victoria’s Secret Angel and wife of NFL quarterback Tom Brady recently caused some controversy by saying that mothers should be legally required to breastfeed. The mostly highly paid model in the world, earning $25 million a year, has both high-fashion clients, like Balenciaga and Versace, and mass retail brands like H&M. Ipanema by Gisele, a line of sandals with Grendene, a Brazilian sandal maker, is available in 80 countries; her take from the 30 million pairs sold in 2009: about $8 million. Bündchen also owns a hotel, the Palladium Executive, in Brazil. Last year she founded Sejaa, an environmentally friendly skincare line.

(credit: Forbes)

Luscious NYC is a new intimates store that in Nolita that carries a fantastic range of intimates by designers Stella McCartney, Elle Macpherson, Betsey Johnson and Karla Kolletto as well as renowned brands Cosabella, Hanky Panky, Le Mystere, Wacoal, Cotton Club and Honeydew.

The store displays a beautiful collection of bras, thongs, boy shorts, tangas, panties, corsets, garter belts, rompers & slips. They also feature a variety of swimwear including bikinis, one pieces, monokinis and beach cover-ups by designers Brette Sandler, Red Carter, Caffé Swimwear and Beach Bunny.

Sleepwear such as baby dolls, camisoles, lounge pants, chemises and robes will snuggle gently against skin moisturized by Bath & Body products such as body scrubs, lotions, body oils, facial tonics & creams.

When Elle MacPherson sat down for an interview with The Sunday Times she didn’t know she was about to unleash some serious drama. The former model stated that she was an intense advocate of Chinese medicines, most notably the crushed rhino horn pills that she took for her hair and nails. Little did Elle know, the sale of any products from endangered animals, like rhinos, is extremely illegal. As a result of the controversy she was forced to issue a statement this morning saying that she didn’t “knowingly consume or encourage the consumption of products derived from endangered species.” A bit hard to believe, considering she said the pills tasted “a little bit like crushed bone and fungus,” but we’ll give her the benefit of the doubt.

LINK LOVE: Allure

By old school I don’t mean that they are old, I mean that we haven’t seen them on the catwalk in some time. Laetitia Costa, Karolina Kurkova, and Elle Macpherson all walked the runway for Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2010 collection.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day lingerie shopping, Elle Macpherson has expanded her intimates brand to include Parisian shoppers, with her first boutique opening in France.

When asked what she thought of the current underwear-as-outwear trend, which always seems to come back into style, “The Body” told Modelinia.com that,  “I think it’s great that it has been recognized that structure is important; it is the architecture of clothes….With great lingerie, the proportion of your body changes.”

Besides her new Parisian lingerie market, Macpherson will also be the new judge on Britain’s Next Top Model this spring, following up her role on the short-lived CW drama The Beautiful Life. (Am I the only one that was bummed when that show didn’t last?)

Elle Macpherson on Modelinia

Fashionation has a list of six super-human women who are aging quite gracefully. We’ve added four more to complete the list.

1. Cindy Crawford

2. Christie  Brinkley

3. Paulina Porizkova

4. Elle Macpherson

LINK LOVE: Popgloss via Fashionation

“If you have a really strong sense of style and people want to aspire to being like you, I can understand that,” he says. “But if you really are doing it just because you think of yourself as a brand and you haven’t had the training and you know nothing about clothes, it kind of demeans all the training that designers have had.”

Thanks NY Mag!

The Beautiful Life, staring Zac Posen and Misha Barton and Elle Macpherson, has been picked up by the CW network, and may end up being our guilty summer pleasure now that Gossip Girl is over.

Thanks Fashion Copious

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Australian supermodel Elle MacPherson showed up for the Tiffany & Co. Store Opening in Madrid in a black Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2008 dress, which has ruffled detailing down the front of the top and on the full skirt. Paired with black patent Christian Louboutin peep-toe pumps, she looked ultra fab and glamourous.

Thanks Fabulousness!

According to a British poll Australian supermodel Elle Macpherson is the Greatest Supermodel of All Time. The model who rose to fame in the 1980′s beat out 3,000 other models for the title. Macpherson, nicknamed The Body, has appeared on six covers of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition

In second place is 1990′s supermodel Cindy Crawford

And in third was 1960′s icon Twiggy