Month: May 2016
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Emilio Pucci returns to Capri
Emilio Pucci is returning to its roots this summer, with a new boutique on the glamorous island of Capri. The label's founder Marchese Emilio Pucci himself used to stroll down the cobblestoned street with his crew of glamorous, jet-setting women. The store will carry a “tightly edited” selection of Pucci's product categories, including ready-to-wear to…
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From Julia Roberts to Charlize Theron: all eyes on Cannes as fashion icons head to 2016 festival
While the Cannes Film Festival always draws its share of big names, the 69th edition, which runs May 11 to 22, could seriously raise the stakes when it comes to star-studded line-ups. From jury members to brand ambassadors to actresses in competition movies, a whole host of Hollywood and international celebrities are set to turn…
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Dior struggles to find the right fit in its search for a designer
Christian Dior , one of the world's biggest and most famous fashion brands, is struggling to find a creative director more than six months after the abrupt departure of Raf Simons. People familiar with the discussions say part of the reason his seat is still vacant is the limited control offered by the 70-year-old label…
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Toast the dog is your new favorite runway model
Toast, the Instagram-famous King Charles spaniel and puppy mill rescue, has proven her skills in the world of print modeling. So Mashable invited Toast to test her modeling skills where they really matter: On the runway. And after a long week of perfecting her walk in Manhattan, Toast and her sisters — Muppet and Underpants — take a long weekend out east. They've…
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Kate Spade posts 1Q profit, sees strong online sales
Kate Spade moved to a profit in its first quarter, helped by strong online sales and solid demand in North America. The clothing, handbag and accessories company earned $11.6 million, or 9 cents per share, …
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Chanel shows Cruise collection in Havana amid color, sparkle and Latin beats
The French fashion house headed to Havana to present its Cruise 2016-2017 collection, Tuesday, May 3, in the brand's first ever Latin American catwalk show. To celebrate the event, Karl Lagerfeld crafted a collection bursting with life, with color and with sparkle, and jam-packed with references to the Caribbean island and the new chapter in…
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Spend the summer in Italy with Dolce & Gabbana’s new makeup collection
The collection tells the story of medieval knights and dames, traditions and the love of beauty. Inspired by the playful shades of the ambiance and citrus fruits of the Mediterranean, the collection is centered around bright, cheerful and sunny colors for the face, lips, eyes and nails. The Mediterranean Sea was the inspiration for The…
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British Fashion Council announces shortlist for Designer Menswear Fund
The British Fashion Council (BFC) has revealed the designers shortlisted for its BFC/GQ Designer Menswear Fund. The prestigious award will see the winner receive a £150,000 grant (about US$217,000) to grow their label, as well as £50,000 value (about US$72,000) in kind services and 12 months of mentoring from industry experts. Urban label Sibling, which hit…