• Naomi Campbell was no doubt always unfairly beautiful, but she says she didn’t always know it. When a reporter asked her when she knew she was good-looking at a launch event for The Face, the legendary supermodel said, “I think when I thought that I didn’t look too bad, is when I was a huge Culture Club fan and I used to get hats and stick them on with Sellotape – and all the braids – so that I’d look like Boy George. And that’s when I thought I was okay.” I guess looking stunning in questionable ‘fits is something Miss Naomi’s been doing for years! (Vogue UK)
• After nearly five years out of the game Sasha Pivovarova Gemma Ward is returning to the modeling world, inking a fresh contract with IMG models Australia. According to Frockwriter, not only has Ward moved to Sydney, but she is expected to be working in at least a month. Glad to see Ms. Ward making a comeback! (Frockwriter)
Badgley Mischka Spring 2012
• Badgley Mischka is opening its very first Manhattan brick-and-mortar location this April. The 3,000 square foot store will be located in a brownstone at East 64th street between Madison and 5th, and will include a bridal salon. In addition to pieces from their namesake label, the store will also sell items from their Mark & James collection. (WWD)
• Chris Benz is sitting out this upcoming season of New York Fashion Week, having announced his decision to pass on showing a Fall collection next month. The designer is taking time out to focus on restructuring his label. We’re sad to see him opt out this season, but we’re excited to see the brilliance he is sure to dish out in September! (WWD)
•Rocsi Diaz has joined the cast of Entertainment Tonight as a daily correspondent and weekend co-anchor. Thus far, she’s interviewed Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, and Jimmy Kimmel. About her new gig, she said, “I’m thrilled to join the Entertainment Tonight family. 2013 is going to be a fun, fashion filled new year!” Congrats! (The Futon Critic)
Check out a video of the Prababl Gurung for Target shoot here. The designer revealed, “I like my collections to have femininity, with just a little bit of bite.” (The Cut)
~Jihan
January 10, 2013 10:36 am
I’m not the biggest fan of Rocsi, I find her voice annoying. Always have. But it’s nice to see her making moves and staying in the industry, and adding diversity to the ET team. Congrats to her!
January 10, 2013 10:50 am
Rosci is annoying as hell but then again I don’t watch ET.
January 10, 2013 11:07 am
Ugh, Rocsi. Is she still living?
That Prabal Gurung for Target look is fierce and fabulous.
Still breathlessly awaiting the premiere of The Face.
I’m so happy Gemma Ward is returning to the industry. She just dropped off the face of the Earth a few years ago. I think she’s about to wipe the floor with these other models.
January 10, 2013 12:27 pm
I can’t wait for The Face!
January 10, 2013 3:31 pm
i didnt like rocsi at first,cause she had one of the girls in the audience on 106 & park ave paint her nails and terrence gave her a huge side eye.lol,i thought it was kinda tacky and made her look stuck up.but now she seem a little down to earth.
January 10, 2013 9:06 pm
Not a fan of Rocsi, but that’s a decent position @ ET, didn’t think she would remain relevant after 106.