Harper’s has officially lowered their standards and became Star.

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It’s Dubai. And yes, they got her non-wonkeye side.

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Funny girl TINA FEY, goes glam on the November cover of Harper’s Bazaar and in a frank interview, the comic heroine reveals her thoughts on Botox, motherhood and why Liz Lemon and Carrie Bradshaw would be best friends.

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According to Harper’s, the first lady apparently looks like barbie and wears head to toe Louis Vuitton.

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1. Michael Lewis: Lewis is footwear’s best kept secret and has impressed the likes of Marc Jacobs at Louis Vuitton, Christopher Bailey at Burberry and Tom Ford at Gucci with his shoe-shaped talents – before recently stepping into the role of creative consultant at Kurt Geiger. He brings his own label collection to LFW for the first time this season.

Has an eye for: What women really want – fun yet luxurious, affordable shoes.

Is inspired by: “Early Kenzo and Russian fairytales.”

Shop it: Exclusively at Dover Street Market for autumn/winter 2009.

2. Michael van der Ham: The Dutch born designer’s Warhol art-inspired dresses caught the attention of more than one fashion insider during his autumn/winter 2009 Central St Martins show – for which he also scooped the L’Oreal Professional Award. Prior to this, the young impresario honed his talents with stints at Alexander McQueen and Sophia Kokosalaki.

Has an eye for: The eclectic – van der Ham’s mismatch approach to design ensures there’s never a dull moment.

Is inspired by: Women who aren’t afraid to be bold.

Will be: Showcasing as part of NEWGEN’s Ready-to-Wear exhibition at Somerset House.

3. Fred Butler: New kid on the block Fred began life as a set designer and prop maker before packing a style punch with her first jewellery collection of bold, bright and sculptural designs for autumn/winter 2009. Since then she has presented workshops at London’s Design Museum, guest lectured at the London College of Fashion and collaborated with Asos.com on their limited edition ‘Hit’ line.

Has an eye for: Creating “wearable sculpture,” by using graphic shapes, clashing colours and tactile forms.

Is inspired by: The unpredictable in the everyday.

Shop it: Online at Kabiri.co.uk this season.

4. Mark Fast: Since the success of the 28 year old Canadian’s Central St Martins graduate collection in 2007 (which was quickly snapped up by Browns Focus) the young designer has gone from strength to strength. His autumn/winter 2009 show featured a bold collection of black knitted body-con dresses, embellished with fringing and dramatic cut-out panels.

Has an eye for: Exquisite pieces that are contoured to the body.

Is inspired by: Finding innovative ways with knitwear.

Will be: Available from Browns Focus.

5. Eun Jeong: 2008’s Fashion Fringe winner, Eun Jeong leapt on the scene with a collection made entirely from white cotton lace. The Korean designer has since been working hard to develop her own label ‘1st element by hong eun jeong’.

Has an eye for: Neat pleats and effortless tailoring.

Is inspired by: Uniqueness in others.

Shop it: at Net-a-porter.com

6. Emilio de la Morena: Having trained as a sculptor in his native Spain before sharpening his fashion skills at Central St Martins in 2002, de la Morena’s designs are inspired by structural shapes and traditional Spanish artisan techniques.

Has an eye for: Fluid and feminine sculptural lines.

Is inspired by: The relationship between organic shapes and defined silhouettes.

Shop it: Online at Browns Focus.

7. Josh Goot: His sleek and monochromatic autumn/winter 2009 collection had London based Goot dubbed the new king of modernism, for his simple yet sophisticated use of black and white on shifts and neatly tailored suits.

Has an eye for: Colour blocking and clean lines.

Is inspired by: Human anatomy and abstract forms for spring/summer 2009.

Shop it: At Liberty.co.uk.

8. Mary Katrantzou: Since her fun graphic print collection for autumn/winter 2009, that featured dresses emblazoned with images of perfume bottles, we have not been able to shake the feeling that Katrantzou is going places. Having worked under fellow Greek, Sophia Kokosalaki and freelanced for Bill Blass, the young print designer also makes jewellery to complement her collections.

Has an eye for: Digital prints and bold, industrial jewellery.

Is inspired by: Antique perfume bottles and 18th century portraits for spring/summer 2010.

Shop it: At Browns Focus and Harvey Nichols.

9: Maria Francesca Pepe: With style insiders dipping into Pepe’s jewellery box for her hand-crafted Italian pieces to adorn their fashion pages – including Harper’s Bazaar – it is little wonder the designer already has a loyal following. You might have seen her designs embellishing the shows of Roksanda Illincic (S/S09 and A/W09), Emilio De La Morena (A/W09) and Louise Grey (A/W09), for which she designed a shoe collection.

Has an eye for: Chunky tubular necklaces made using old, handcrafted Italian techniques.

Is inspired by: Pieces that appeal to all tastes and ages.

Shop it: At Dover Street Market and the label’s own online store that launches this December.

Mfpepe.com.

10. Veryta: Designer and Fashion illustrator Tanya Ling brings her talents to the role of Creative Director of not-for-profit label Veryta, which appears for the first time this season. Launched with the backing of Yves Saint Laurent’s Stefano Pilati and Filippo Binaghi of Italian Silk manufacturer, Lorma, 10 percent of sales from the collection will go direct to children’s charities in India.

Is inspired by: Her native India.

Veryta.com

(Harper’s Bazaar U.K.)

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Dita Von Teese looks like a glamorous ‘Carnie’ in this spread for Harper’s Bazaar (UK) March, 2006.

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Model Agyness Deyn recently paid tribute to the late Michael Jackson in Harper’s Bazaar by sporting a military jacket in the same infamous style that he himself once wore. Other celebrities like Blake Lively and Taylor Swift have been spotted wearing this military-look as well, making it a must-have item. There’s no better way to relive that same style yourself than to rock the look this season.

We’ve seen so many different takes on the military jacket this fall, from embellished to more classic, that you’re sure to find one that fits your unique taste.

1. Alice + Olivia, $550, www.ShopBop.com
2. Paul & Joe Sister, $429, www.My-Wardrobe.com
3. Nanette Lepore, $398, www.Bloomingdales.com
4. BB Dakota, $79, www.ChickDowntown.com

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With September just around the corner, the big issues are coming out. Harper’s Bazaar (US) played with a lot of different things this season, even Aggy and Leighton Meester as cover pics. See more from these spreads on Cult.

(Photogs: CAMILLA AKRANS, PETER LINDBERGH. Models: KATIE FOGARTY & KENDRA SPEARS, AMBER VALLETTA, CINDY CRAWFORD, CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, HELENA CHRISTENSEN, KRISTEN MCMENAMY, NADJA AUERMANN, TATJANA PATITZ, SHALOM HARLOW)

LINK LOVE: Abdul Lagerfeld

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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

READ MORE ABOUT: Carolina Herrera, derek lam, diane von fursternberg, francisco costa, harper's bazaar, kate and laura mulleavy, oscar de la renta, perez hilton, rodarte, sesame street, Thakoon Panichgul, Vera Wang

This fun shopping inspired editorial lets us all be part of the fun by implying that supermodels and Chanel lovers shop at H&M and The Gap, just like us! Well, I don’t shop at The Gap but I do appreciate the efforts here – it’s been too long since someone has blatantly willed me to shop like this.

SOURCE: Fashion Gone Rogue

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Jean Paul Goude, French photog who is the one to thank for many amazing images of Grace Jones since the 80’s, steps up to the plate here and with the help of Naomi Campbell shares this unique safari experience with the world. A little googling will prove to you that his camera lens unleashes something animalistic in the models. This shoots extreme location and consistent incorporation of animals does not disapoint.

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Katie Fogarty and Kendra Spears star in another editorial filled with sleek 80’s styling from Harpers, kind of ironic that it titled “The New Shapes” when we’ve been seeing this silhouette everywhere all season long. The only thing fresh about this editorial is the sleek skyscrapers in the background and the overall Americana feel.

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The super model loving lives on, but airbrushing dies? Hmm… I’ll see that when I believe it. Harpers claims that there is no makeup or airbrushing used in this editorial, and I’m not sure about that either. Regardless the models, in their 30’s and 40’s look amazing. Another plus is the sharing of supermodel approved beauty tips, such as not to eat dairy because it can lead to break outs from Claudia Schiffer.

READ MORE ABOUT: Amber Valletta, Cindy Crawford, claudia schiffer, harper's bazaar, helena christensen, Kristen McMenamy, Nadja Auermann, Peter Lindberg, Shalom Harlow, Tatjana Patitz

This Michael Jackson tribute beats every montage that news channels speedily complied during the month after his death. It’s good to see someone paying attention to Michael’s style, especially since for my generation he is mostly remembered as a child molester. Enjoy band jackets, sequin loves, white socks and studded loafers in all their glory.

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Susan didn’t land the cover, but she did get a large spread in the Sept Issue of Harper’s Bazaar.

LINK LOVE: NY Mag

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Leighton claims that there is no sex tape in the latest issue of Harper’s Bazaar.

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Yes, she has the voice of an angel, and yes, she’s more famous than I’ll ever be, but is this runner up worthy of a Fashion Mag cover?  Apparently, Harper’s Bazaar is considering Susan Boyle for the cover of their Sept issue. If this happens, I vow to quit fashion!!!

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Louboutin booties for 207$? Dream on. As I’ve now learned from The NY Daily News, if you think crazy markdowns are too good to be true, they probably are. Yes, we all know that sites like Bluefly.com, Guiltgroup, and Hautelook give great deals on designer clothing and shoes (Bluefly sells Louboutin for $200-$1100), but these deals are legit, and the shoes are manufactured in Louboutin factories, not sweatshops in China or Thailand. 

Each year, $600 Billion counterfeit products are sold, causing a $512 Billion loss in global sales. And each year, Harper’s Bazaar runs an editorial investigation on fake trade, and the significance of purchasing authentic luxury products. They’ve put together a site called Fakes Are Never In Fashion, to help readers learn the dangers of buying fake, and how to be sure you’re buying the real deal.  There’s also a blog called Counterfeit Chic, that tips off online shoppers to fakes, and Lululemon even posted on their site a 9 step how-to for spotting their fakes on the web and on the street.

You may think that buying fakes isn’t a big deal, just a more affordable way to get designer(ish) goods, but aside from being illegal, and costing billions of dollars to the retail industry, most of these goods are produced overseas in sweatshops, under disturbing conditions. NY Daily News reported:

“In a recent sweatshop raid in Thailand, a group of children, all under 10 years old, was found assembling leather purses. Horrifyingly, their limbs had been deliberately broken to keep them from escaping. The owners had tied their lower legs to their thighs so the bones wouldn’t mend.”

After reading this, I’ll never for a second consider following one of the vendors on Canal street down a dark alley or into a shady apartment, and even though I can’t afford luxury designers, I’ll save my money for Portero or Bag Borrow or Steal or buy vintage styles or from a good boutique that’s more in my price range.  

Many people might see buying fakes as a harmless crime, but when you think about who is making these fakes, think twice before you buy.  You may think you’re ’sticking it to the man’ by buying ripped off designs, but you’re basically telling the evil man that it’s okay to use and abuse children to make your fake Louis Vuitton handbags and Jimmy Choo shoes.  Get smart, and if you can’t afford luxury items, look somewhere else!

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For the upcoming August ‘09 issue, Kate Winslet graces the cover of Harper’s Bazaar. The actress is featured in a spread with a variety of looks and fashions.

LINKAGE: Chic Stories

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Balmain and the bunny. 

Photographer: Peter Lindbergh

Models: Catherine McNeil and Robert Buckley 

GALLERY: VINTAGE SPREAD UM: “Street Chic” Harper’s Bazaar March 2009

Thanks Cyana Trend Land! 

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“My idea was to work around the trompe l’oeil concept with the Birkin,” Hermes designer, Jean Paul Gaultier, recently explained to Harper’s Bazaar. “The flap, straps, and clochette seem to have been chiseled in the raw material, the result of unbelievable craftsmanship.” And the price… just under $11,000.

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Hermi is the star of this magical spread for Harper’s Bazaar.

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Love Chris Noth, and Milla, great spread!

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Here are some behind the scenes shots of Kate Winslet for an upcoming issue of Harper’s Baazar. I totally had to features the reigning queen of boy seduction since I finally got around to watching The Reader this weekend. Absolutely amazing!!! I’ve renewed my faith in Kate the Great after that film and if you haven’t seen it rent it immediataely. Completely the greatest Nazi/Jew/Illiteracy love story of our generation.

Source: DailyMail

LINKAGE: Kate Winslet photoshoot behind the scenes

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