Entitled “Visions Couture,” the display will feature these Daphne avatars in looks from Paco Rabane, Gareth Pugh, Maison Martin Margiela, Rick Owens and Junya Watanabe — in other words, a fierce fashionable feast for the eyes. ”Visions” will also include short films by Knight about each outfit and an interactive display by multimedia artist Danny Brown, utilizing images submitted by the public and passersby. The Daphne-quins will be unveiled come February 6. [WWD]

“The Great Designers” will also be accompanied by the book The Great Designers: Fashion’s Hall of Fame from A to Z, highlighting 500 of the museum’s masterworks by 100 of the 20th- and 21st-century’s most important designers. Publishing in April 2012, the book will include an essay by museum curator Valerie Steele on the history of fashion museums and exhibits,  along with short bios on the 100 designers. Click through the gallery for some of the designs featured and to keep you occupied until you can make your way to the FIT Museum to see them in person. [WWD, FIT]

Photos: Out Magazine

Pugh is no stranger to a full face; he started wearing makeup as an 8-year-old ballerina but gave up the dance to pursue fashion at 16. To this day, however, he refuses to leave the house without his face painted — “To me, it’s like putting my shoes on.”

Demonstrating characteristics of a nascent hoarder — “I never throw anything away” — Pugh dug through his studio for inspiration to send to MAC: “There’s a butterfly ring, which is how we came up with the iridescent thing. There was a hematite rock that I’d picked up in Evolution in New York. I can’t resist that place. It’s full of dead things and crystals. I sent Mac the feathered head-dresses from my spring/summer 2010 show – light grey feathers, that’s how we came up with that colour. It’s all come from the same place so it works as a collection, I think. It tells a story.”

The result is a beautifully dark, and darkly beautiful, collection that features a duo-chromatic nail polish, a matte powder designed for all skin complexions and Flight Lashes, a pair of false lashes that could easily take you up, up and away on a strong breeze.

The collaborative process seems to have been beneficial for both sides with MAC’S senior VP and creative director James Gager remarking:  ”The main thing is that Gareth is this young, vital, progressive creative force. I feel that aligning ourselves with someone like that says a lot to both our [make-up] artists and our customers about the vitality of Mac as a brand.”

“I don’t do a lot of collaborations, especially not with big companies,” Pugh admitted, ” and I think only a few of those would be willing to commit to this level of investment: custom packaging, a film. It’s been done really beautifully and, like I say, Mac has done my shows for many years, make-up is important to my shows, I wear make-up and it’s kind of let me do what I want.”

To promote Gareth Pugh for MAC, a short film was shot starring model Alla Kostromichova that will be screened alongside the product once the collection launches online and in select MAC stores in December. [Independent]

Rankin

Nick Knight

David Sims

Terry Richardson

Jake & Dinos Chapman

Damien Hirst

Sam Taylor-Wood

Katie Grand

Katy England

Alister Mackie

Nicola Formichetti

Alexander McQueen

Vivienne Westwood

Gareth Pugh

Photo: Style.com

Under the stewardship of new creative director, and a perennial favorite of mine, Manish Arora, Paco Rabane should have them gagging for seasons to come.

As if an alien space pod had landed carrying a fierce race of insectoid women, the models stormed the runway against the backdrop of a gaping maw resembling their mothership. Shedding the cage-like chrysalises of the show’s first half, the alien women swathed themselves in voluminous black and donned Phillip Treacy‘s cocoon masks as their mothership became engulfed in purple flames. Aside from a great story, Pugh’s show provided some of his strongest looks to date — clean to the point of minimalism but still defiantly “out-of-the-box.” These aren’t red carpet-ready creations…unless it’s a red carpet on Venus.

Also, bonus points for featuring a man-heel with some actual height as opposed to a run-of-the-mill Cuban heel.

Photos: Models.com

After I see the exhibit, I’ll tell you more about each piece. For now, enjoy fashion at its most powerful. See it now through January 7, 2012.

Exhibition photos by Tom Mendes; Opening reception photos by Patrick McMullan; Opening reception sponsored by Kim Crawford Wines

FashionIndie‘s own Jessica Lapidos captured
during last Fashion Week by NY Mag

Go East, Young Tran!

Asia is booming! With many designers flocking to the Far East not only for business but inspiration, why not give a knowing wink to the Orient with this look, featuring a Boudicca cape, cropped McQ jersey harem pants and of course, what Asian sensation is complete without a little Hello Kitty?

Gag’s little sis, Natali Germanotta, is the odds on favorite — possibly for the Haus of Germanotta – with notable runners-up Nicola Formichetti (natch), Gareth Pugh, Atsuko Kudo, Donatella Versace and Vivienne Westwood.

Stella McCartney and Donna Karan are the least likely candidates — I guess a shawl-collared jersey wedding  gown is a bit at odds with the Gaga aesthetic. But what about a Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen creation? I wouldn’t put it past the Lady to get married in the exact same dress as Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge…only because it would be hilarious.

As for the material of the dress, bets range from balloons to flowers and glass.

But here we are putting the unicorn before the cart. News of Gaga even dating anyone is news to me, let alone getting married. I’d hope if Lady Gaga were getting married she’d at least have the decency and class to whore the story — and herself — out, Kardashian-style. [WWD]

RAD HOURANI

IMPORT ORIGINS: He designs in Paris, by way of Canada, but grew up  in Jordan of Jordanian/Syrian descent.

DEISGN SPECS: Unisex transformability is his calling card. With angular cuts and zippers that zip infinitely, his aesthetic rides the edge of mascu-femme.

FACT: While his runway looks may run into the thousands, he considers Rad Hourani his laboratory. RAD by Rad Hourani applies those concepts conceived in the lab to materials we mortals can (?) afford.

You won’t find traditional workout equipment at Amplitude; there is nary a weight nor a bench on the 2nd floor of 261 East 78th St. What you will find are several Vibraflex vibration platforms…which, by the by are just as fun as they sound.

Have you ever seen those old-school machines with the belt that jiggles the fat off of you, or something to that end? Well, these vibration platforms are like that but a whole lot more effective and less likely to give you a seizure.

By creating thousands of muscle contractions in a matter of minutes, vibration training uses 90% of the muscle as opposed to traditional resistance training’s 40-50%. So with just 10-15 minutes, 3-times a week, you can see results in as little as 2 weeks.

I broke more of a sweat running (late per usual) to Amplitude last week than performing the actual exercises while there. Co-owner David Newman walked me through the basics and though it was only a few minutes — six at tops — it was a considerable workout.

Plus, among the many benefits of vibration training is improved bone density, which is great for me since I acquire most of my daily nutrition from Jack Daniels and Jose Cuervo thus ensuring my bones have the density of aged balsa wood.

Anyhoo, after the Vibraflex training, the real fun began.

I’ve always been fond of defying gravity, both as a showtune sung by the incomparable Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth (though I’ll take Lea Michele in a pinch) and also just a concept — I mean, who doesn’t want to know what it feels like to fly? Enter the Anti-Gravity Treadmill.

Though not necessarily flying, the Anti-Gravity Treadmill allows you to run as an astronaut would, reducing your weight by as much as 80%. And the best part is you don’t even need a space suit. Even better, you get to wear these cool Gareth Pugh-esque pants that zips you into the treadmill.

In ten minutes I burned what it would’ve taken me 15-20 minutes on the elliptical with the same if not less impact on my joints. All in all, exercising at Amplitude was fun, easy and effective, and what’s even better it’s an interesting experience. There’s nothing like running at 65% of your body weight in a pair of rubber pants while knowing you’re actually getting a real workout.

To try the vibratory wave of the future, you can go online or call 646.692.9317 to schedule an appointment at Amplitude Vibration Studio.

But oh, what’s this?

A free month’s pass that may have your name on it?! All you gotta do is Tweet and Facebook Share this post and you can win! Just imagine anti-gravity running and vibrating your way to a healthier you. You’ll never want to look at another elliptical or treadmill again.

Photo: Anna Dello Russo’s Twitter

Ye reportedly met with the head of the course, Professor Louise Wilson, to discuss his future matriculation before jetting off to Paris to hang with Anna Dello Russo and take in the shows at Fashion Week.

A source tells The Sun:

“Kanye spends a lot of time with fashion students and often hooks up with Central’s arty pupils when he is in London. The rapper already has work experience with Fendi and Louis Vuitton on his CV. Now that he has been interviewed the school’s board will have to decide whether to allow him to start the MA fashion course later this year.”

West’s few high-profile internships may not be enough to sway the notoriously intractable Wilson, as rumors abound hat ”he has been turned down for a place because his portfolio wasn’t up to standard.”

If Kanye does make it through the program, however, he will join CSM’s list of luminary alumni, which includes designers Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, Gareth Pugh, Christopher Kane,  Zac Posen, Matthew Williamson and Hussein Chalayan.

Let’s just hope he was taking notes while sitting front row so he can get that portfolio up to snuff.

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Photo: People.com

Prabal Gurung

Prabal Gurung really knows how to make a woman feel like a lady; something Sheen usually undoes in a matter of minutes, but a pastel pink can soften anyone’e edges.

Donna Karan

Sheer-ly you jest! I’m sure Charlie’s angels are used to anything see-through, particularly pornogal Rachel Oberlin aka Bree Olson. However, Donna Karan shows how to class up that look while still giving off  a whiff of that all-important “whore” vibe; the Charlie Sheen catnip, as it were.

Jason Wu

It’s important to make a statement whenever entering a room and Jason Wu’s finale gown makes that statement loud and clear: “I’ve arrived now kill yourself.”  Which is something that Charlie’s been known to utter to more than a few hookers in the past.

Giles

Every goddess has her dark side — even Aphrodite could be a ruthless, conniving bitch — but that’s not to say they still can’t look heavenly. Also, I wouldn’t be surprised if Charlie loves a little leather (or a lot).

Alberta Ferretti

Some goddesses deign to walk the earth with mortals, while some come alive in nature. And for some, like Chronic Girl 2010, Natalie Kenly, nature holds the promise of some really choice bud. What better way to answer that age-old question “how green was my valley?” then with this floral-inspired number from Alberta Ferretti.

Prada

Besides ancient Greece, the greatest goddesses resided in the 70s: Diana Ross, Cher, Liza, Bianca Jagger, Elton John. Prada took a page out of that glittery era’s chapter with this sequined fur number that would look great hunched over a pile of cocaine on Charlie Sheen’s coffee table.

Versace

The bodice of this gown is positively Grecian, but the skirt says fiesta. A goddess can really kick up her tranny heels with this gam-bearing confection, whether they’re dancing vertically, or more likely, horizontally in a pool of tiger blood.

Dries Van Noten

If anything, a goddess loves to feel powerful. What’s the point of all those Sheen-baiting gifts if you don’t show ‘em off once in a while, am I right? And nothing says “power” like a gold lamé pantsuit. Business-fabulous.

Gareth Pugh

This one’s for good ole Chuck Sheen, for whenever he grows tired of those baseball caps and poly blend button downs and wants to feel pretty while showing off that Adonis DNA

Mugler

Monster Mother Goddess, Lady Gaga, can certainly share some tips on dressing the part: after walking in the Mugler show she subsequently bought the entire collection. It’s doubtful that Natalie and Rachel could walk in these towering platforms, but they’re on Team Sheen and Team Sheen is all about winning. And winners don’t fall, except perhaps from grace.

Runway Photos: Style.com

Shot by Andrew MacPherson and styled by Brett Bailey, the bodacious raptress lets her hair down, snarls a lot and generally looks like the best thing going on in the world right now.

Wearing Gareth Pugh, Jean Paul Gaultier, House of Holland and vintage Versace, Minaj is demure by…well, Nicki Minaj standards.

Photos: BlackBook

The film, filmed by Ruth Hogben features Natasa Vojnovic and was debuted at the Pitti Uomo tradeshow in Florence. Digging the music? The song is Ascension by Wojciech Kilar.

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Leigh’s zaftig, curvaceous body is a marked change from the chiseled, muscular physiques prevalent in fashion and in particular on this blog. Rather, his is a body that brings to mind Renaissance ideals of female beauty.

Raphael's "The Three Graces", c. 1500

However, the ideal male form has almost always remained relatively the same.

Leonardo's "Vitruvian Man", 1487

The painter Lucian Freud found a muse in Leigh Bowery, producing a series of nude portraits of him.

Lucian Freud painting Leigh Bowery

Freud's painting, "Leigh under the Skylight", 1994

Photo: The Estate of Bruce Bernard

Bowery’s fashion style challenged notions of sexuality, gender as well as the boundaries of art and often of “good taste,” but even in this stripped down, simple state, he manages to pull off the same trick. His feminine proportions have their own sense of beauty and a sort of androgyny he often created with yards of latex, extreme make-up and opulent masks.

Photo: Kulture Online

Though his style has inspired Alexander McQueen, Gareth Pugh and Lady Gaga, among others, fashion is still very much married to the classical male physique. Although the industry is beginning to portray a less emaciated view of femininity, its doubtful that a body like Leigh Bowery’s will ever be mainstream.

But that is the point. Leigh Bowery always operated outside of the mainstream and that is exactly what fashion needs to keep it interesting and fun: an alternate, subversive point of view.

Without that, and without Leigh Bowery, we might as well all just shop at Wal-Mart and get styled at Supercuts.

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Givenchy’s three-piecer

Slitting the difference, at Albino.

Giorgio Armani’s Saharan night.

One of Phoebe Philo’s many tunics, at Celine.

Monochrome, at Cerruti.

Diaphanous layers, at Dries Van Noten.

Easy does it, at Fendi.

Army, but not drab, at Lanvin.

The life aquatic, at Marni.

Gypset chic from Antonio Marras.

Osman’s crisp take on the look.

Sheer trousers with a leather tux stripe, at Pedro Lourenço.

A vision of the future, at Gareth Pugh

Going with the flow, at Richard Chai Love

Gilded treasure from Rodarte.

At Richard Chai Love, the designer said, “It was all about playing with new proportions and unexpected layering.” Chai, who tossed long tunics and slipdresses over flowy pants, added, “It’s important that the fabric has movement.” If you want to experiment with the trend, try swapping out your tights and leggings for see-through trousers asGivenchy’s Riccardo Tisci,Pedro Lourenço, andGiorgio Armani all did for effects that ranged from punk to gypset. (credit: Style.com/ facehunter)

Contemporary Magic: A Tarot Deck Art Project features the works of Karl Lagerfeld, Marc Jacobs, Christian Louboutin, Vivienne Westwood, Gareth Pugh, Nate Lowman, Patrick McMullan, Ryan McGinness, Terry Richardson & Will Cotton giving classic mystical figures a total makeover. You’ve never seen the High Priestess card look quite like this.

Gareth Pugh, the designer who probably ranks at the top of most people’s batshit designs list, has opened his first ever store in…Hong Kong? Yes, that’s right. It looks and sounds like Pugh’s store will carry much of the insanity that marks his collections. So if you want to get your Gaga/Rihanna/generic pop-star on, head east. Far east.

LINK LOVE:Want Gareth Pugh? Get Tickets to Hong Kong

Elizabeth Ammerman and The Flannel Shirt

Dickies Flannel Shirt, Mesh Top, Topshop Dress,  American Apparel Tights, Necklace from a friend, St.Marks Ring, Gareth Pugh Ring, Swat Team Shoes

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Young British designer Gareth Pugh first launched his eponymous line in 2006 and since then has been linked to many different fashion houses. Most recently, he has been rumoured (falsely) to be taking over the helm of Alexander McQueen, and today there is talk of him working at Thierry Mugler.

The Mugler fashion line was revived in 2008 under the artistic direction of Rosemary Rodriguez who remains at the brand. Would you like to see Gareth Pugh take charge at this French fashion house?

LINK LOVE:Is Gareth Pugh Going to Thierry Mugler?

Rumors that Gareth Pugh would open his first boutique in New York are apparently false. The designer has chosen Hong Kong as the destination for his new home away from home. So sad,  I was hoping for a little Gareth Pugh window fucking (when window shopping gets dirty) here in NYC. Do you think Gareth should reconsider? 

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A Central St. Martins grad, Craig Lawrence made knitwear for Gareth Pugh for 6 seasons before he launched his own solo label.  Check out an interview with him on Dazed.

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‘Tonight Matthew’ captures Gareth Pugh’s unique dress in action, via a sensational performance from Raquel Zimmermann.

Credits
Tonight Matthew
Film: Nick Knight
Performance: Raquel Zimmermann
Hair: Sam McKnight
Make-up: Val Garland
Nails: Marian Newman
Edit: Ruth Hogben
Fashion: Gareth Pugh
Soundtrack: Lady Gaga

Gareth Pugh dressed Julia Stegner for a Mercedes ad shot by Nick Knight.

LINK LOVE: NY Mag via WWD

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The fashion designer and illustrator, Connie Lim applies her inspiration from aged buildings and her love of Pugh to her feminine images and pieces.

Keep reading on Dazed Digital

Tomorrow marks the start of the holiday shopping frenzy, while I’m hear to hopefully make your job a bit easier. When is comes to buying gifts for guys my biggest advice would be to keep it simple. Buying clothes is not easy, so I like to stick to small accessories and unique pieces that show thought went into them, but can’t really be messed up.

1. Ties: I know it seems cliche to buy a guy a tie for Christmas (or whatever holiday you celebrate), but every guy needs them, and if it’s a good one it makes a great impression. Take for example this great Band Of Outsiders tie, it’s certainly not cheap, and it is unique enough that it looks like you put thought into the purchase (available at Opening Ceremony; $140).

2. Fragrance: Most guys own and where more than one scent It keeps girls on their toes, and they are often worn for different seasons, occasions, etc. A well thought out fragrance is always a good purchase. Don’t pick a particularly strong scent though, even some of the manliest of men don’t like an overpowering fragrance. I’ve become a huge fan of the Jeremy Scott for Six Scents fragrance (available at Oak NYC; $85.00).

3. Scarf: Every is wearing them, and they are a very useful item if you’re in a cold area. Be careful though, because buying the wrong scarf can end up the same way as buying an ugly shirt for someone. Keep is simple. Buy a versitile color or pattern, and ake sure it goes well with more than just their usual coat. I’ve been a huge fan of the American Apparel circle scarf I just picked up, it makes it really easy to bunch up around your neck and it doesn’t unravel and fall off (available at American Apparel; $28).

4. Work Bag: Think what you want, but just like women and their purses, a man can’t have too many work bags. I use mine all day everyday, to the point where the strap just breaks off. Show you put some thought into it though. Buy a higher end bag that has a little personality like this Billykirk x Opening Ceremony bag, rather than some shitty canvas one from The Gap (available at Opening Ceremony; $365)

5. A Weekender: Not to be confused with the previous work bag, a weekender is for someone who’s on the move a lot. A weekend here and weekend there, never more than about 3 days, but they have enough stuff that some packing is involved. A weekender is a must! Make sure you have a good one too, these will last just about a life time. I love this bag by Property Of just because of it’s size. You can really fit a good amount of stuff into a bag like this, and still be able to carry it around easily (available at Blackbird; $345).

6. Sunglasses: I wear mine all year around. Like many of the other pieces I’ve show you so far you want to get a pair that are practical yet have a little fun in them. I wouldn’t recommend getting to crazy either, stick to buying black or tortoise they go with everything. I’m a huge fan of everything Super has been doing, I actually have a pair on my Christmas list (available at Super.com; $244)

7. Cool Gadget Accessories: Gifting really unique accessories for (in this case) the person’s iPhone can be a great gift. Be warned though, make sure that you are 100% positive it is cool before you buy it, you don’t want to turn into that weird aunt who buys you stupid accessory things. I love this AnOther x Colette x Gareth Pugh iPhone case. Not too many people will have it, and it scores major scene points (available at Opening Ceremony; $95).

8. Rings: I knwo what you’re thinking, rings? But yeah rings! I’ve found most men wear atleast one ring at all times (even if it’s not their wedding band), so being able to find a really cool masculine ring makes for a great gift. Iona and Digby do an amazing job using old hunting and fishing motifs for their jewelry which make them perfect for gifting (available at DigbyandIona.com; $180)

9. Jewelry: Keeping in line with the previous pick, gifting jewelry (even to guys) is always a solid choice. Pick something simple and cool, none of this stupid “Jesus Piece” crap from a street vendor in Chinatown. I love the “Tar” collection from Alex and Chloe. The items are simple, and the black tar look gives them that additional edge (available at AlexandChloe.com; $64)

10. Books: A good book is never a bad gift. I recommend giving the “What A Man Should Know” Volume 1 book to any guy out there. Not only is it funny, but it’s pretty true too (available at J-Crew; $20)

Brooklyn natives, the twentyten, have rolled out a second round of images for their amazing new collection! The pieces are by no means for the people who wish to go unnoticed, but what’s the fun in that? This is what I have come to view as fashion (for all you people out there who say I don’t know what I’m talking about), the type of clothes that evokes a certain feeling of art within it, unlike a lot of the over praised designs found at Saks or Barneys. Love the whole collection, and I think I could live in the huge draping tank featured with the gray overcoat.

PS, do any of you see a familiar face from the scene in any of these photos? The always elegant Elizabeth Ammerman of Seven is one of the models for this shoot! I know 90% of you still have no clue what I’m talking about so I’ll make it even easier for all of you. The girl you see almost everyday in Soho with the Gareth Pugh shoes. There done! If you don’t know now just Google her.

Fashion films was everywhere this season, here is a great list of everyone who is anyone with a fashion film.

1. Alexander McQueen

2. Guy Bourdin: Ses Films

3. Gareth Pugh

4. Richard Nicoll

5. Venessa Bruno

Check out the entire list here

This season, we’ve seen everything from the one legged pant look, courtesy of Bernhard Willhelm, to the multi layered look from Rodarte and tons of leather via Gareth Pugh and many more…what do you think we’ll see on the streets of NY?

Gareth Pugh broke away from his traditional clean lines and angular structure for his Spring 2010 collection. Combining menswear and womenswear in one show, Pugh introduced a plethora of shredded gothic pieces along with some corset-like, silhouette conscious ones. Pleated pants landed among my list of favorites, but with a collection this good, it’s hard to choose just one! You don’t need me to tell you that this collection is a milestone in Pugh’s career.

Find more photos like this on CULT

Thanks Style!

Dress and headdressing by Gareth Pugh on Karlie Kloss

Multi-Chain Necklace by Gareth Pugh 

Wifebeater and mens undies look by Rochas

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He tells Style.com of his fast-fashion-line offers:

I have considered it.

The offers have come in, and every time we get an offer, I mull it over. I’d like more people to have access to my clothes, but the timing hasn’t been right, or the project hasn’t been right, or some combination of both those things. The first time I was approached, I wasn’t even producing the garments I was showing on the runway. I didn’t have a factory. Everything I was making, I was making by hand. Doing a fast-fashion collection seemed a little premature.

In other words, those companies that asked before, they should keep asking?

Sure, keep asking. And I’ll keep thinking.

Racked via NY Mag

Paris Fashion Week starts today! Today’s highlights include Gareth Pugh (above) and Rochas. [Moment/NYT]

Rodarte‘s work will be on display at the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum in New York this January when the temporary exhibit “Quicktake: Rodarte” goes on display. [WWD]

Model Anja Rubik will be featured in the new yoga game for Nintendo Wii. [Modelinia]

Victoria’s Secret’s model of the moment is Jessica Hart, who is “all over” the latest catalogue. The Post thinks this is because fellow VS models Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova, and Adriana Lima are all pregnant. [Page Six/NYP]

Ex-Vogue intern and hockey player Sean Avery and Hilary Rhoda are reportedly an item. The model was previously linked to New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez. [Page Six/NYP] ]]> http://fashionindie.com/quick-links-via-ny-mag/feed/ 0