September 2009
Ebony Magazine for Sale?
Revenues for Ebony Magazine have been declining dramatically ever since the economic downturn last year. With a 40% drop in ad sales this year, the future of the historic publication is in doubt. Linda Rice Johnson, CEO and daughter of founder John H. Johnson, has so far been unsuccessful in attempts to secure a partner […]
It’s Confirmed: Sonia Rykiel for H&M!
After sneak-peek photos of Jimmy Choo’s new collection for H&M hit airwaves, news about another possible ‘big name’ designer creating a collection for the fashion savy megastore began to spread, and is now confirmed. Sonia Rykiel will be creating the first innerwear collection showing knits, lingerie, and accessories. The collection will be debuted in 1,500 select […]
This Just In : A Play-Doh Palette
Taking direction from Marc Jacobs’ fall collection, this week’s look at what’s new focuses on Hasbro-inspired colors. This double-breasted wool coat is a tongue-in-cheek shade of fuchsia. $495 from Adam at Net-a-Porter Marc Jacobs F/W 09/10 Studs, beading, and pleating on silk, oh my. DVF Thane dress: $545 at Shopbop With four playful shades in […]
Beatles handbag by Comme des Garcon
Word on the street is that Comme des Garçons handbags featuring The Beatles have just been put on the market. CDG has a contract with Apple Corp Ltd, the London-based company that manages The Beatles catalog, and apparently the contract is long term and may produce more accessories featuring the Fab Four. The bags will be […]
Armani talks health, business and design
After a bout with Hepatitis, Giorgio Armani has been talking changes, promotions and moves in his billion dollar empire. In an interview with Women’s Wear Daily, the designer attributes the small health concern to increased awareness of his need to relax. Work hours have been reduced, and time at one of his many homes has […]
Betsey Johnson Designs Plaza Suite
Betsey Johnson’s color-friendly style teamed up with the wild child Eloise from Eloise at the Plaza for a wonderfully femme suite at The Plaza in NY. The two bedroom suite is set to a pink and black color story combined with the whimsical attitude of Eloise and the quirky style of Betsey Johnson geared towards […]
Skincare Profile: Clinique’s Moisture Surge Face Spray Thirsty Skin Relief
A great moisturizer is imperative to replenish the look and feel of a woman’s skin after the application/removal of makeup. Clinique’s Moisture Surge Face Spray Thirsty Skin Relief works as a quick fix for creating a foundation of moisturizer before applying makeup. It contains active aloe to help restore dry spots without using so much […]
Take a break: Have a mini-holiday on your way to Australia
As the weather is starting to cool down, some may take the opportunity to visit locales where things are starting to warm up. Finding yourself somewhere as altogether agreeable as Australia would be a good prospect: with its approaching summer, beautiful beaches and adorable furry creatures it’s as good a place as any to touch […]
Rebecca Minkoff Croc Embossed Niki Hobo
We’ve seen the Studded Niki Hobo from Rebecca Minkoff and LOVED it because of its wearability and classic beauty, but now Rebecca Minkoff is winning our hearts all over again with the recreation of this bag in an embossed croc leather shown in dark gray. The color is a perfect option for those who need […]