The news has finally been confirmed: Hedi Slimane is out at Saint Laurent. WWD reports that his contract as both Creative and Image Director at the iconic French fashion house expired on Thursday:

Of his tenure parent company Kering recalls, “[a] four-year mission, which has led to the complete repositioning of the brand.” And they couldn’t be any more right. The brand not only had an almost 28 percent gain in the fourth quarter, but also had revenues of over 1 billion dollars last year.

“What Yves Saint Laurent has achieved over the past four years represents a unique chapter in the history of the house,” said Kering Chairman and CEO François-Henri Pinault. He continued, “I am very grateful to Hedi Slimane, and the whole Yves Saint Laurent team, for having set the path that the house has successfully embraced, and which will grant longevity to this legendary brand.”

The announcement of Slimane’s successor could come as early as May 1st: rumored to be Anthony Vaccarello who has had quite momentous success on his own.

Only time will tell who will step into Slimane’s shoes, but after the appointment of Bouchra Jarrar at Lanvin and Dior’s still to be named successor, the entire industry is slowly but surely getting very acclimated with change.

Thoughts on the news?

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Kelly Rowland went bold while making an appearance on Good Morning America, slipping on a $550 Stella McCartney Orange Arlesa Top, Orange Trousers, and $1,395 Christian Louboutin Multicolor So Kate Python Pumps:

Her orange top boasts a round neck, front zip fastening, long sleeves, side slits, and a straight hem.

Her python pumps are a colorful take on the brand’s classic. They feature 4.8″ stiletto heels, a pointed-toe silhouette, low-dipped collar, and tonal topstitching.

Gorgeous!

If you’re up for the splurge, get Kelly’s top here and pumps here.

Thoughts?

Jennifer Lopez’s latest American Idol look? A flared leg halter neck jumpsuit by Vatanika.

Her exact jumpsuit isn’t available on their website, though this black option by the brand has a similar pant silhouette.

Hot! But when is J. Lo anything less than hot? She nails is 99% of the time!
What do you think?

Hot! or Hmm…: Jennifer Lopez’s American Idol Vatanika Flared Leg White Halter Neck Jumpsuit

Hot! Love this!

Hmm…nothing special

 

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Jasmine Tookes grabbed a bite to eat at Il Pastaio—looking every bit the supermodel in a Ports 1961 Black Silk Lace Up Blouse, Don’t Cry Denim Overalls, and Le Silla Lace Up Leopard Booties:

Recreate Jasmine’s look for less with the below pitches.

So cute!

Would you wear it?

Kerry Washington appeared at the Confirmation Premiere in LA in a $4,155 Dolce & Gabbana Poppy Printed Dress:

She’s a beauty!

Her silk organza dress has an all over poppies print, embroidered flowers on the bodice, a fitted waist, a crinkled unlined skirt, and two side pockets.

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What do you think?

Gigi Hadid was spotted in New York the other day rocking a $140 Trois Mulder Black Turtleneck Dress:

The dress features a turtleneck, long sleeves, and high cut slits on the side. With spandex as one of the materials, the dress also is form-fitting.

What a cute little addition to your closet for the Spring!

If you’re down to purchase, you can do so here.

What do you think of Gigi’s look?

Hadassador, a 20 year old NYC based designer, displayed her talents on the runway of Underground Artistry’s Fashion, Art and Music Showcase.  Her collection consists beautiful gowns and fun dresses for the summer.  Today’s Bomb Product of the Day is her blush pink Bra-let Midi Dress retailing for $90:

The mid-length, bodycon dress is made of spandex material which also features cutout detailing on the torso.

The dress connects like a brassiere, leaving most of the back area exposed.

Available in 4 different colors, you can pick from the colors offered on the site (pink, grey, black and white) or you can request a custom color.

 

Sexy! Check out the runway look.

 

You can purchase the dress here.  What do you think?  Would you rock this dress?

There’s been a revival of 90’s-inspired trends over the past few months. Since the grunge-filled presentations at New York Fashion Week (including Alexander Wang and Dries Van Noten), the fascination with this era has caused quite a stir in the style industry. We’ve whipped out out our crop tops, Doc Martens and “around the waist” ties… But, the fabric chokers??

So, help us out as we try to decipher whether we’re rocking or knocking this rocker-chic accent.

Gigi Hadid rocked her choker for a night out on the town. While pairing it with a monochromatic look and funky lace-ups, she pulled the trend off effortlessly.

Yesterday, LaLa Anthony served it up for the ‘Gram as she embrace more softer hues. Slay, hunty!

Let’s not forget about the Fenty x Puma Fall 2016 runway show! This presentation was was loaded with references to the beloved 90’s.

Our girl Karrueche offered a more playful spin on the fabric choker. While donning a thinner version and Aquazzura’s adorable pom-pom sandals, she added a personal touch to a simple ‘fit. Cute!

And, last up, we have Rihanna! The fashionista turned heads in a risque high-slit Tom Ford number and a matching white choker. Gorg, no?

Rock It! Or Knock It?: What do you think of the fabric chokers trend?

Yeeessss! Rock it!

Nah, I don’t get it. Knock it!

 

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Signing Out — Esmesha

Tinashe is the latest starlet to exclusively collaborate with M.A.C Cosmetics. Known for partnering with mega-watt stars like Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Mariah Carey, this time around M.A.C Cosmetics is focused on emerging talents with a new series entitled “Future Forward,” partnering with the next generation of musicians on limited-edition beauty products.

Tinashe designed her own eyeshadow palette of 9 shades ranging from “steely neutral [to] simmering night shades.” From the packaging design to the names of each shade, Tinashe was highly involved in the creation of the palette entitled the “Times Nine Palette.” Each color takes it name from one of the songs from her repertoire, including “All Hands On Deck,” “Black Water,” and “Flame.” For $32.00, you can pick up her eyeshadow palette online today!

 

Tinashe is joined by fellow artists Halsey, Dej Loaf, and Lion Babe, who each created their own limited-edition products with M.A.C Cosmetics, which will roll out over the next few weeks. Rapper Dej Loaf designed a rosy-nude lipgloss that will launch April 15 and will retail for $15. Halsey created a matte lipstick in a gunmetal shade for $17 (available today!) and Lion Babe’s Jillian Hervey will reveal her metallic gold Liquidlast Liner for $21 on April 28.

Will you be buying Tinashe x M.A.C Times Nine Eyeshadow Palette?

Source: M.A.C Cosmetics

Kanye West’s scribble graffiti jacket may just not be his own.

The rapper turned fashion designer is currently under fire for his denim jacket most recently sold in “The Life of Pablo” pop-up shop in New york earlier this month, mostly for its resemblance to a similar jacket from the 90s worn by Tweeky Dave, a famous runaway youth from Los Angeles who has now passed away. The main uproar comes from San Francisco-based multimedia artist Jim Goldberg, who featured Dave in his book, Raised by Wolves, in 1995, and who now claims that West stole the look and has amassed wealth from the jacket without properly attributing credit to Dave and his legacy.

“For the jacket to become sold as fashion — it really put me over the edge,” said Goldberg. “The spirit and intention of Kanye could be right, but the manner in which he is presenting it is wrong. All meaning has been lost. [He’s] forgetting history — not acknowledging where that design came from is wrong.”

Hmm…while none can defiantly say that West was inspired by Dave’s jacket specifically for his collection, we can definitely relate to stories of a history or importance of something to a specific culture being forgotten by a designer who showcases it in their latest campaign (cultural appropriation, anyone?) . Plus, it’s very much so possible that West COULD have taken Dave’s jacket for inspiration, seeing as how he has been seeing wearing a Tweeky Dave replica jacket before.

“Ultimately all I would want from them is acknowledgement of Dave, and maybe they give something to homeless kids,” he told i-D, who noted that Goldberg apparently plans to take legal action.

Do you think Kanye West should credit his source of inspiration for a collection? Rather, should he financially be held responsible for the remembrance and significance of those involved in the original inspiration or photo that possibly incited inspiration for his jacket that has helped him make over $1 million dollars?