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FIRST LOOK: Sonia Rykiel for H&M

Rebecca Alexander, Editor October 29 at 12:11 | Comments

FIRST LOOK: Sonia Rykiel for H&M fashion

Here’s a first look at the Sonia Rykiel for H&M campaign, features models Lara Stone, Caroline Trentini and Anne Vyalitsyna, giving us a quick sneak peak at the lingerie collection due in stores on Dec 5th. The collection will launch in 1,500 H&M stores and Sonia Rykiel’s own boutiques.

BASH: Sonia Rykiel x H&M Collection

Kirby Marzec, Managing Editor September 30 at 3:36 | Comments

Ever since last year’s Comme des Garcons x H&M collection, I’ve gotten pretty excited to see new collaborations hit the streets…Sonia Rykiel is an exception. H&M’s newest collaboration may be a bigger disappointment than the Matthew Williamson collection (and that’s saying something…) Really, H&M didn’t need Sonia Rykiel’s expertise to produce these boring, poorly executed pieces. This is definitely a collection worth passing on…unless you’re in the market for a hoodrat, gold onesie.

GALLERY: BASH: Sonia Rykiel x H&M Collection

Thanks Highsnobette!

COLLAB: Sonia Rykiel for H&M

Fashion Indie September 28 at 3:35 | Comments

COLLAB: Sonia Rykiel for H&M fashion

Reuters confirmed that Sonia Rykiel will collaborate on a second collection for H&M, to be released on February 20th 2010.

RANDOM COOL: Nomenus Quarterly, The World’s Most Expensive Glossy

Kirby Marzec, Managing Editor June 23 at 11:34 | Comments

These days, $2500 can get you a gorgeous Sonia Rykiel silk chiffon dress or one issue of Nomenus Quarterly, a fashion magazine unlike any other. Founded by publisher and editor Erik Madigan Heck, who doubles as the photographer for all original images, Nomenus Quarterly features a variety of artists, photographers and the fashions of world renowned designers.

Down from 50 copies to 10 each year, Nomenus Quarterly isn’t exactly the most accessible magazine on the rack, and currently running at the price-point of $6500, it looks like I won’t be thumbing through it anytime soon. For now, I guess the website will have to suffice.

GALLERY: RANDOM COOL: Nomenus Quarterly, The World’s Most Expensive Glossy

Thanks to The Moment!

RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Sonia Rykiel Cruise 2010

Rebecca Alexander, Editor June 23 at 10:57 | Comments

RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Sonia Rykiel Cruise 2010 fashion A throwback to the eighties, with easy through on pieces.

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TRENDSPARK: The Pantsuit

Kirby Marzec, Managing Editor April 15 at 7:54 | Comments

Sonia Rykiel

Stella McCartney

Gucci

Balmain

Chloé

With the New York weather forecast looking more promising and the sun shining a bit brighter, it’s time to plan those noontime brunches, swanky restaurant reservations and classy cocktail parties to celebrate the arrival of spring. But why wear another sun-dress when you can push the envelope and your daring masculine side with a boyfriend inspired pantsuit? The androgynous trend is full speed ahead and the pantsuit, with voluminous shoulders, double-breasted lapels, high-waisted pants and deep pleated pockets is all the go. The pantsuit, available in an array of colors, styles, lengths and shapes, is the perfect versatile outfit for any casually classy occasion. Grab a fedora, some platform heels and a billowy pattern blouse, and you’ve got yourself the ‘best dressed’ award for the night.

Thanks The New York Times!

Maison Martin Margiela Barbie

Rebecca Alexander, Editor April 4 at 11:45 | Comments

Maison Martin Margiela Barbie fashion

As Barbie continues to celebrate her 50th birthday, WWD reports that there will be a Paris exhibition of new barbie-size designer looks for the plastic doll set to be unveiled at Galeries Lafayette on Monday and ending April 25th. Around 50 designers will be designing signature looks for the “Barbie Fashion Show 2009? event including Karl Lagerfeld, Maison Martin Margiela, Christian Lacroix, Jean Paul Gaultier and Sonia Rykiel.

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FEATURED: ‘Clutching It’ by Shirley Warner

Daniel Saynt, Editor-In-Chief March 18 at 12:30 | Comments

FEATURED: Clutching It by Shirley Warner fashion

There are so……many great bags out this season that I sometimes actually feel a lightheaded when looking at them. I personally prefer a little, or should I say, ALOT of detail on my bags of choice. The focus is on clutch bags today and Here are just a few of my favorites. From top to bottom the designers are, Sonia Rykiel python clutch….Roberto Cavalli snakeskin and diamante clutch (EXQUISITE)….Roberto Cavalli black jeweled clutch….Proenza Schouler Pochette’s x 2….Missoni Snakeskin clutch….Matthew Williamson python Pochette….Judith Leiber x 2 (love the cupcake)….Dries Van Noten x 2….Bulgari….Alexander McQueen x 2 (love, love, love the fringe clutch). The “jeweled daisy” clutch has a beautiful vintage look and is a sure favorite. Enjoy the view!

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RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Sonia Rykiel Fall 2009

Kirby Marzec, Managing Editor March 10 at 3:10 | Comments

RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Sonia Rykiel Fall 2009 fashion Whoever compared the modeling industry to the cast of Disney World, where costumed characters are forbidden to speak on the job, is terribly mistaken! Thanks to Sonia Rykiel and her Fall 2009 collection, the runway is now a stress free, friendly environment. The show was very charming and casual, where Russian accented models greeted audience members and gave them a little inside scoop as to what they were wearing. I would image this show to be a bit longer than normal, but who would mind with such adorable, Parisian looks delighting the fashion world? Rykiel definitely hinted at the masculine aesthetic with plaid waistcoats and trousers, but brought out the girly girl with sparkly knits, pastel color blocking and ruffle detailing.

GALLERY: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Sonia Rykiel Fall 2009

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Kanye And GF Sit Front Row at Paris Fashion Week

Rebecca Alexander, Editor March 9 at 1:54 | Comments

Kanye And GF Sit Front Row at Paris Fashion Week fashion
Kanye West and his girlfriend Amber Rose were front row at many shows during Paris Fashion Week, including Hussein Chalayan, Sonia Rykiel, and Givenchy.

Amber Rose wore one of my fave dresses from the Alexander Wang Spring 09 show, which she accessorized with Louis Vuitton heals and bag (also straight off the Spring 09 runway).

‘The risky dress is completely sheer, with a few strategically placed black embossed swirl coils. Another feature is that the mini dress has cut-out thumbs at the sleeves.’

According to Red Carpet Fashion only 2 other girls wore this dress, Erin Wasson, and Sarah Harding and it’s available at Barney’s for $995.

Kanye And GF Sit Front Row at Paris Fashion Week fashion

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Nathalie Rykiel for Coca-Cola Light

Andy Wass December 10 at 6:00 | Comments

In January, Nathalie Rykiel (daughter of Sonia) will release her designer Coca-Cola Light bottle.

An exclusive to France, the crystal-studded aluminum bottle follows Italy’s Cavalli-designed Coca-Cola Light bottle earlier this year.

Image from Style Frizz.

The Inter-Views of Fashion: Sonia Rykiel

Rebecca Alexander, Editor October 6 at 11:13 | Comments

Madame Rykiel is a woman as succinct as her graphic knitwear (and as deep as the black panels which surround the bold stripes of colour on it). Who better to interview her, then than another black beauty and Paris-dwelling icon; the inimitable, invaluable fashion commentator (and instigator), Diane Pernet? Smash Hits goes Left Bank…

Diane Pernet: Tell me, Sonia, what are your views on sensuality?

Sonia Rykiel: It’s a word, an attitude, a knit sweater on a naked skin.

DP: Religion?

SR: I’m Russian Jewish but I have none.

DP: Romanticism?

SR: Secrets. Lies. I am a liar, like many artists…

DP: Darkness?

SR: Darkness is about showing what you decide to show, a kind of manipulation. It’s about black, all black, there are many shades…

DP: Raw Street?

SR: Boulevard Saint Germain.

DP: Who are the people that helped to form who you are now?

SR: My family, and my men.

DP: We all know that fashion has changed, but has it changed for you?

SR: Technology has changed. The more I do fashion, the more I dress the same way everyday.

DP: How have you changed for it?

SR: By looking at things differently.

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Fashion WTF: Sonia Rykiel

Rebecca Alexander, Editor October 2 at 5:00 | Comments

I don’t even know where to begin…

Where are the ruffled dresses, floral and polka dot prints and the hounds tooth coats she is known for? Yes, she did put knitwear on the fashion map, but why use Raggedy Ann dolls and old wigs as fabric choices? And the superman getup? Wasn’t that so last season…

Sonia Rykiel Knows Very Famous People

Rebecca Alexander, Editor August 27 at 5:39 | Comments

Sonia Rykiel, who is celebrating 40 years in business with a runway blowout and party on Oct. 1 in Paris, has enlisted some high-profile fashion folk to help celebrate. Rumor has it Rykiel’s daughter, Nathalie, has asked a host of international designers, including Karl Lagerfeld, Donna Karan and Jean Paul Gaultier, to design an outfit in the spirit of Rykiel to pay homage to the sweater queen as part of her jubilee.

Thanks WWD

Mag Hag: Domino September Issue

Rebecca Alexander, Editor August 13 at 1:00 | Comments

Mag Hag: Domino September Issue fashion

Domino has become a serious arbiter of style, and come September, the magazine is offering its annual peek into how designers live. Domino’s fashion issue, which hits stands on August 19, features a majestic room in Matthew Williamson’s home on the cover. Other stories explore Vanessa Bruno’s Paris apartment, the late Yves Saint Laurent’s lush Majorelle Gardens in Marrakesh and Michael Bastian’s New York City apartment. This month’s “My Favorite Room” section includes Luisa Beccaria at home in Milan, Francisco Costa in his garden in Bellport, NY, Sonia Rykiel in her living room in Paris and Christian Louboutin in his bedroom in Portugal.

Keep reading on Fashion Week Daily.

Addict: Sonia Rykiel, Fall 08

Lilith Valsoe July 20 at 10:45 | Comments

Here is your first glimpse at the new ad from uber-French designer Sonia Rykiel

And the ‘Making of the Ad’:

Thousands Mourn Yves Saint Laurent

Rebecca Alexander, Editor June 6 at 2:50 | Comments

Clockwise, from top left, President Sarkozy and Carla Bruni front row at the service, Catherine Deneuve, John Galliano, the crowd outside the church, the Marrakesh garden where Saint Laurent’s ashes will rest, Valentino, Pierre Bergé with Carla Bruni, Claudia Schiffer. Center, Pierre Bergé.

Over 1,000 people gathered in Paris today to bid adieu to Yves Saint Laurent at his funeral at the Eglise Saint-Roche. Front-row guests included French President Nicolas Sarkozy, First Lady Carla Bruni, Saint Laurent’s mother, Paris mayor Bertrand Delanoe, and Madame Chirac. Also seated in the front row was Saint Laurent’s longtime business partner and lover, Pierre Bergé, who gave a tearful speech:

The 90-minute Mass was broadcast on giant screens outside the church, where throngs filled the streets around the Louvre. When Saint Laurent’s casket was carried in, thunderous applause erupted but the crowd was silent during the service.

Other notable designers in attendance included Christian Lacroix, Jean Paul Gaultier, John Galliano, Valentino, Hubert de Givenchy, Sonia Rykiel, Kenzo Takada, Alber Elbaz. Many women in attendance wore trouser suits in homage to Saint Laurent’s revolutionary design.

Saint Laurent will be cremated before close friends and family, and his ashes sent to a garden in Marrakesh at a house he bought with Bergé.

Source: NY Mag

Sonia Rykiel Drops Menswear Collection

Rebecca Alexander, Editor May 30 at 12:23 | Comments

Sonia Rykiel Drops Menswear Collection fashion

SONIA RYKIEL is pulling its menswear collection, Rykiel Homme, from the market.

“After 18 years of existence, menswear has not exceeded 5 per cent of total sales and is losing money,” Nathalie Rykiel, the label’s manager – and daughter of founder Sonia – said in a statement confirming the news yesterday.

While the brand is popular in France, it struggles in overseas markets, which account for around 60 per cent of its sales.

All eyes will now be on the spring/summer 2009 Rykiel Homme show in Paris next month; it will be the collection that marks the end of a fashion era. Sad Sad!

Source: Vogue

Austrailian Wool Woos Young Designers

Daniel Saynt, Editor-In-Chief May 22 at 10:46 | Comments

Look from Tom Scott

The Australian Wool Innovation is launching a new campaign to award fashion young’uns. They recently purchased the Woolmark Co. and are bringing back the Wool Secretariat Award, which honored designers like Karl Lagerfeld and Yves Saint Laurent at the start of their careers.

The new award is being led by spokesperson Sonia Rykiel.

Ten up-and-coming designers, including the U.S.-based Tom Scott and Brit Louise Goldin, are vying for the award, now named the Woolmark Prize, and the winner will be revealed on July 3, at an exhibit of the work of all the finalists at Paris’ Palais de Tokyo.

Prize perks for that lucky person? Everything from manufacturing and sourcing support to retail space at Paris’ Colette boutique. And, of course, the possibility of being known as the next Lagerfeld or Saint Laurent.

So if you missed the chance this year indies, be sure not to do the same next.

Source WWD