Stella McCartney let’s us know she thinks we’re heartless. Wouldn’t be the first time. Won’t be the last…

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For Paris Fashion Week, Stella McCartney’s sent out a keychain consisting of a violin that plays “Ode to Joy” on command.

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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.

READ MORE ABOUT: Alberta Ferretti, Catherin Servel, derek lam, Folk, giorgio armani, Joseph, Paul & Joe, stella mccartney, Topman, Uniqlo, yves saint laurent

London fashion week, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, begins today.

READ MORE ABOUT: alexander mcqueen, Bruno Basso and Chris Brooke, Burberry Prorsum, Duro Olowu, Eley Kishimoto, Erdem Moralioglu, hannah marshall, Jaeger London, john galliano, louise goldin, matthew williamson, paul smith women, Pringle of Scotland, stella mccartney, vivienne westwood, william tempest

If only I could afford this….

READ MORE ABOUT: Sexy Time, stella mccartney

A couple weeks ago we told you all that Ali Hewson of Nude Cosmetics was suing Stella McCartney for use of the word nude in her latest fragrance. But today we hear that despite Hewson’s attempts to ban the sale of the perfume, the fragrance will still be released on time in the UK this Saturday. Good decision, I found the whole thing a bit ridiculous.

LINKAGE: The Independent

READ MORE ABOUT: Ali Hewson, Britain, nude cosmetics, stella mccartney, stella nude

Stella McCartney seems to be at the center of her very own lawsuit! The designer’s fragrance has caused quite the stir among beauty folks as a result of the “StellaNude” name. Ali Hewson and Bryan Meehan of Nude Skincare are allegedly suing McCartney for using the word “nude” in her product name. I see what Hewson and Meehan are thinking, but at the same time, it’s the word nude! Such a widely used term, so let’s not get crazy here people, I’d let it slide.

LIINKAGE: Style

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In the September 2009 issue of Marie Claire, Alexa Chung models some casual looks that are great for fall.  The styling is young-looking without being stuffed with trends; Alexa rocks her trademark tomboy style in Alexander Wang, Wren, Stella McCartney, and Luella.

She also names some of her essential basics for fall, including Topshop skinny jeans, American Apparel minis, and pretty much anything H&M.

GALLERY: Alexa Chung for Marie Claire, September 2009.

READ MORE ABOUT: alexa chung, alexander wang, AMERICAN APPAREL, H&M, Luella, marie claire, stella mccartney, topshop, Wren

I almost started to like Stella McCartney until I caught wind of these ridiculous ads for Fall 2o09. The Bambi characters take away from the fashion and are a nuisance, at best. First the blow-up dinosaur window display and now cartoon creatures in ads? That’s two strikes McCartney, two strikes! 

Thanks Fashion Copious!

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Mark Squires shot Dior darling Marion Cotillard for the June/July 2009 issue of BlackBook Magazine.

In the spread she wears Chanel, Moschino, Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, and more.

GALLERY: Marion Cotillard for BlackBook, June/July 2009.

READ MORE ABOUT: blackbook, Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Marion Cotillard, moschino, stella mccartney

Cintia Dicker is the covergirl for the Summer 2009 issue of CITY Magazine.  This Issue #64 marks a new era for the New York mag, which is now, according to their site, “bigger…a new look and feel. Yes, it’s sexy as hell.”

Shot in Brooklyn by Zack Gold, Cintia wears Stella McCartney and, um, fangs — presumably to take “a new bite” out of that big apple.

READ MORE ABOUT: cintia dicker, City Magazine, stella mccartney, Zack Gold

Enfant terrible son of Dame Vivienne Westwood, Ben Westwood, is creating an American version of his Spawn: Bound exhibition which will open in New York in September 2009. Subjects will include Paris Hilton, Liv Tyler, Gwyenth Paltrow and Kate Hudson, “all ?bound by the umbilical cord of their parents fame”,? says Ben.

The British version of Spawn:Bound is currently showing at the Bodhi Gallery, 214 Brick Lane in London until the 10th June where his subjects include Sting?s daughter Coco Sumner, Rod Stewart?s daughter Kimberly Stewart, Sir Paul McCartney?s daughter Stella McCartney and Sir Mick Jagger?s offspring Jade & Elizabeth Jagger etc.

Finally some art I actually care about. Wonder if he’s working on all celebrity spawn in the US. Nicole Richie and Miley Cyrus definitely need to be bound.

READ MORE ABOUT: art fag, art fags, ben westwood, gwyenth paltrow, jade jagger, kate hudson, Kimberly Stewart, Liv Tyler, Mick Jagger, miley cyrus, stella mccartney, vivienne westwood

Apparently Pink recently got a little annoyed by Kanye’s affinity for wearing fur.  She sat near him at the Stella McCartney show in January, and noted…

Hm. Would you wear some Louis Vuitton logo-embossed Kanye skin? How overpriced would that be?  

Can’t wait for Kanye’s official blog response.

Via INO.

READ MORE ABOUT: Celebrity, Kanye West, Louis Vuitton, paul mccartney, peta, Pink, stella mccartney

Above is Julia Frakes from Bunny Bisous & Paper Magazine standing in front of Popeye’s, weird choice for a photo considering how thin this girl is (just look at her legs).

”Julia’s vegan though, and is actually carrying a CHANEL vegan satin bag, with a scarf also from CHANEL. She’s wearing a lovely white and green PROENZA SCHOULER dress with FALKE leggings and black and white heels from STELLA MCCARTNEY, and a cute LANVIN pearl bow necklace.”

READ MORE ABOUT: bunny bisous, Chanel, FALKE, julia frakes, lanvin, paper mag, popeye's, proenza schouler, stella mccartney, street peeper

“I love a jumpsuit. I wore one last night, at the Met event, and I had to have a girlfriend take me in and out of it every time I had to go to the bathroom — so it does have its drawbacks, but I love them because they’re just so effortless. I think that pretty much sums up my brand.”

READ MORE ABOUT: jumpsuits, stella mccartney

Stella McCartney’s exclusive capsule collection for Net-a-Porter, is now available as a multimedia shopping experience.

The first portion, comprised of looks from the first short film, “Magnolia Tree,” features springy jumpsuits and dresses in neutrals – and those wonderful mesh basket sandals that Mary-Kate has been sporting lately.

As the week goes on, more pieces will be released to accompany additional episodes of the short film series.

See the film and the first few pieces here: Stella McCartney x Net-a-Porter

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I really don’t understand the hype about Stella McCartney’s crew at last night’s Met Costume Institute Gala. Liv Tyler, Kate Hudson and Kate Bosworth, including the designer herself, all wore what many critics claim to be “glamorous” and “stunning” McCartney pieces. Well, I hate to break it to the fashion world, but there is nothing glamorous or stunning about funerals, $30 prom dresses, hanky panky jumpsuits or your dead grandmother’s closet:

Probably the best of the bunch, Kate Bosworth looks like she is bound for a 1920’s themed funeral with that full length black dress and sheer paneling. Just throw on a big black sun-hat and move over Angelina Jolie, Bosworth is ready to steal your role in Changeling.

In digression, Kate Hudson looks frighteningly like the girl who went with the disco ball to my senior prom. The golden shimmer is nauseating and the halterneck dress, well, I owned a dress like that 3 years ago. 

Moving further down the totem pole is miss Stella herself. I’m all for jumpsuits, but when you’re wearing what appears to be an envelope of lacy underwear, that’s where I draw the line. And besides, is this even formal enough for a Met Gala?

And taking the prize for the McCartney crew reject is Liv Tyler, wearing a sparkly blue gown that I swear I saw for free at The Salvation Army. The sleeves, front pleat, sparkles and waist high slit make for a sleazier version of a a grandma gown.

Thanks Catwalk Queen!

READ MORE ABOUT: kate bosworth, kate hudson, Liv Tyler, met gala, stella mccartney, The Salvation Army

EVENTS
• Meet Stella McCartney when she stops by Barneys New York to show off her fall 2009 collection. She’ll also have an informal Q&A session with Simon Doonan. 660 Madison Ave., at 61st St. (212-826-8900); 1?3.

• Stella McCartney’s exclusive collection for Net-a-Porter.com launches today. Online only.

• Def Jam artist Chrisette Michele stops by Sephora Fifth Avenue to celebrate her new album, Epiphany. 597 Fifth Ave., at 48th St. (212-980-6534); 7?9.

SALES
STARTING TODAY
• Buy a makeover package for $185 at Kimara Ahnert, and get a free one good for the Mother-Daughter makeover special. Or buy a facial for $130 and get a free lesson with a makeup artist (worth $185). Through 5/9. Kimara Ahnert, 1113 Madison Ave., nr. 84th St. (212-452-4252); M?S (10?7), Su (1?5). Call or stop in and mention the Mother’s Day special.

• Cotton shirts by Italian men’s brand Domenico Vacca used to be $590, but are only $159 at the designer sample sale. Pants that were $780 are now $140, and silk shirts that used to be $790 are now $230. Through 5/7. 14 E. 60th St., nr. Madison Ave., Ste. 900 (212-920-1211); daily (10?6).

STARTING TOMORROW
• At the Daryl K and Kerrigan trunk show, pre-order the fall 2009 collections for 20 percent off and shop the spring 2009 collection for up to 25 percent off. One day only. 21 Bond St., at Bleecker St. (212-529-8790); 11?8. Wine reception: 4?8.

• Betsey Johnson evening dresses are $75, day dresses are $50, and sportswear is $35 at the designer’s sample sale. Through 5/8. Millennium Broadway Hotel, 145 W. 44th St., nr. Broadway, sixth fl. (212-789-7546); daily (10?8).

• Katy Rodriguez’s spring 2009 collection is 20 percent off at her trunk show at Resurrection NY. Meet Katy on Thursday, May 7, when she stops by to show you the collection herself. Through 5/9. 217 Mott St., nr Spring St. (212-625-1374); daily (11?7). Appearance: 2?7.

• Delman’s spring collection of shoes is up to 75 percent off. Sandals, gladiators, ballet flats, and more are $89 to $109 (snakeskin heels were $365, but are now $109). Through 5/8. 145 W. 18th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; W, Th (10?7), F (10?3).

• Shoes, clothing, and handbags by Loeffler Randall are up to 50 percent off. Prices start at $125 for flats and sandals, $78 for clothing, and $80 for handbags. Through 5/9. 525 Broadway, at Spring St., Ste. 202; W, T, F (10?7), S (11?6).

• Rebecca Minkoff bags are over 50 percent off at the designer’s sample sale. Also find marked-down summer dresses and retro-styled suits by Abaeté. Through 5/10. 33 W. 17th St., nr. Sixth Ave.; daily (10?8).

ONGOING
• The 2008 resort collection by 3.1 phillip lim is up to 40 percent off while supplies last. Ongoing. 115 Mercer St., nr. Prince St. (212-334-1160); M–S (11?7), Su (noon?6).

LINKAGE: NY MAG

READ MORE ABOUT: betsey johnson, daryl k, delman, domenico vacca, katy rodriguez, kerrigan, kimara ahnert, loeffler randal, Phillip Lim, rebecca minkoff, Sephora, Simon Doonan, stella mccartney

Hot on the heels of the mesh craze popularized by Henry Holland’s dresses and Stella McCartney’s sandals — and on the heels of the YSL cage heels — comes another holey look.

Perforated accessories are popping up all over the place this Spring; and The Pipeline has a delicious look at this season’s best perforated accessories, for guys and girls.  

Many serve as fun transition pieces; and the essentially sporty look can be made chic with the right shape.  From Loeffler Randal platform booties (above) to Surface to Air black leather wallets, this trend is light, versatile, and modern.  

GALLERY: Perforated Accessories.

READ MORE ABOUT: henry holland, Loeffler Randall, stella mccartney, surface to air, ysl

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.

READ MORE ABOUT: alexander wang, Ann Demeulemeester, Barneys, bottega veneta, David Armstron, derek lam, ebay, Elle, Oceana, Project Blue, rodarte, rogan, stella mccartney, Versace

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! 

READ MORE ABOUT: balmain, Chloe, gucci, Pantsuit, sonia rykiel, stella mccartney

The most expensive city in the world, Moscow has seen a downgrade in its available fashions. Once a home to all big luxury retailers, the time has come for many to move on.

Designers are closing their Russian outposts and retreating from Moscow after months of disappointing sales, with Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood among those forced to pull down the shutters. This includes other Euorpean designers such as Dior and Chanel.

LINKAGE: Independent

READ MORE ABOUT: alexander mcqueen, christian dior, moscow, stella mccartney, vivienne westwood, vivienne westwood red label

Guess it’s hard to trendspark something that has only been worn by two girls, but when the Olsen’s wear something repeatedly it’s bound to be the next fashion ‘obsession.,’ like these Stella McCartney sandals.

LINKAGE: Olsen Anonymous

READ MORE ABOUT: ashley olsen, mary-kate olsen, stella mccartney

Rosario Dawson models Max Mara, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, and her own skin for  The Spring Fashion Issue of T, last Sunday’s New York Times Style Magazine.

Shot by Sølve Sundsbø, the shoot is simple and focuses on Dawson as a natural beauty.

GALLERY:

READ MORE ABOUT: Marc Jacobs, Max Mara, New York Times, rosario dawson, stella mccartney, Sølve Sundsbø, T