• Humor Chic, a satirical blog known for taking aim at the fashion industry with its illustrations, is calling out Raf Simons and Miuccia Prada for ripping off historical designs. The blog’s illustrator, aleXsandro Palombo, placed images of recent Céline, Dior, and Prada campaigns next to designers he feels they may have copied. There was a Continue Reading
• *Sighs* India Arie becomes the latest celebrity woman of color to be accused of skin lightening. Last week, after returning to the music scene with her new single “Cocoa Butter”, from her upcoming album SongVersation, the song’s cover art was greeted with considerable criticism. The image appeared to portray India with lighter skin; a notion particularly Continue Reading
• Nowadays it can be difficult to find a single soul to come to the defense of Kim Kardashian and her choice in maternity wear (as you all have also been very vocal). Not to fret, as legendary model Helena Christensen has come to the aid of the reality star. In an open letter Christensen says, “It is Continue Reading
• Those ubiquitous Kenzo sweatshirts stylistas (including our own Claire Sulmers) have been obsessed with all season, almost didn’t go into production. Creative directors Carol Lim and Humberto Leon say that the powers-that-be at the label were initially not receptive to adding a sweatshirt option to their offerings. “There was a lot of resistance [internally] Continue Reading
• Rita Ora‘s rocking a blonde bob now. The singer took to instagram to show off her new cut. What say you? Hot! or Hmm…? (@RitaOra) • American Apparel CEO Dov Charney‘s getting a raise now that his once-floundering company’s stocks are up. Last year’s boost in sales made the mustachioed boss’s salary jump to Continue Reading
• As part of the ‘Chime for Change’ initiative with Gucci, Beyoncé will headline a concert to benefit the project on June 1st at the Twickenham Stadium in London. The concert (called The Sound of Change,) will be broadcast worldwide, and artists like Iggy Azaela, Rita Ora, John Legend, Timbaland, and more will also perform. Continue Reading
Model Jourdan Dunn is known for her cool street style, no holds barred commentary on the ins and outs of the fashion industry, and impeccable bone structure. So it’s no surprise the Brit mannequin held nothing back when she chatted with Net-A-Porter’s The Edit magazine for an in-depth interview on racism in the industry, her Continue Reading
• Here’s another behind-the-scenes look at A by Angela Simmons. Thoughts? (Global Grind) • Mark Badgley and James Mischka tied the knot at City Hall in New York City this Friday, after 28 years as a couple. WWD says Badgley’s sister was the witness for the small ceremony, which was followed by a private dinner Continue Reading
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