Project Runway Alum Rami Kashou Releases Spring 2010 Fashion Film
Rami Kashou just released a film featuring his Spring 2010 collection. The Los Angeles-based designer and Project Runway alum opted to create a film presentation of his latest collection this season versus showing in a traditional runway...
Those CM Squared Boys Are at It Again
A sexy nativity scene at the Madison store on Robertson Boulevard is causing an uproar.The window was designed by CM Squared Designs, which was recently featured in Apparel News for their provocative window displays around Los....
Fashion, Art and Music in Downtown L.A.
Leave it to Los Angeles designers and artists to combine forces for a day of art, fashion and music. Lucy B lingerie David Solomon and the Downtown Art Gallery will hold an open house and sample sale on Dec. 5 in downtown L.A. The collaborative event will...
A Shopping Night Out With Trink Turk and Gen Art
Trina Turk's Pop Art Collection, photo courtesy of
A Night Out at Alberta Ferretti
A model wears a lovely Spring '20 Ferretti frock.A chic crowd of stylists, press and guests turned out at Alberta Ferretti’s West Hollywood boutique for an intimate cocktail party and shopping event. Hosted by Liane Weintraub and...
Diavolina Dishes Style Advice Online
Not sure what to wear to an upcoming holiday party? Or in search of the hottest new accessory? Problem solved.Diavolina, the Los Angeles-based fashion mecca, has ramped up its customer service offerings by launching a personal shopping...
'Fashion: Refocus' Kicks Off at BOXeight
FACTORY by Erik HartBOXeight, Flaunt Magazine and L.A. Models kicked off “Fashion: Refocus,” last night at the BOXeight Warehouse in downtown Los Angeles. It was a merging of art and fashion as designers presented Spring 2010 looks with live photo installations....
FIDM Celebrates Betsy Bloomingdale and the Haute Couture
Gianfranco Ferré for Dior, 1989-90, red silk crepe evening gown, photo: Brian Sanderson/FIDM photographyThe Fashion Institute of Design Merchandising is celebrating the style of Betsy Bloomingdale and the fine art of French Fashion. A black tie soiree feted the socialite and exhibition...
'Wonderland' - Behind-the-Scenes
Costume Dept. sequin top, Rik Villa's leggings and Jared gold's beaver felt hat as featured on this week's cover, photo by Richard KnappIt’s LA Fashion Week. The event always inspires the need to showcase the design talent based here. You have probably noticed the stunning...
Emerging Designer Show at DLAFW
Phong Hong's rosette mini dress, photo by Felix SalzmanDowntown LA Fashion Week kicked off at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA with a fashion show honoring the talents of emerging designers. The Fashion Angel Award for...
Michel Berandi: Fashion Meets Technology
Michel Berandi installation at Downtown LA Fashion Week, photos courtesy of Michel Berandi and his high-tech designs.
Fashion Week Face-Off
While many have wondered how L.A. Fashion Week would shape up this season, it appears multiple fashion weeks will be facing off over what has now been dubbed “LA Fashion Month.” LA Fashion on Broadway is the latest event to join...
India Calling
India Tourism celebrated the incredible culture of its homeland by bringing a taste of India to Los Angeles. On Sept. 17, the California Plaza was transformed into a version of India with everything from fashion to photography, crafts and cuisine. The event was created to offer a unique experience of India’s rich culture.
Denim to the Max
Hervé Léger by Max Azria Spring 2010, photos courtesy of Imaxtree/Elle.comThe latest denim craze is sexy, tighter than tight jeans. So it makes perfect sense that Max and Lubov Azria would take inspiration from denim when...
Fashion's Night Out at Neiman Marcus
Fashion takes center stage at Neiman Marcus' runway show in celebration of Fashion's Night Out.Neiman Marcus celebrated Fashion’s Night Out with a fashionable shopping event at the Beverly Hills department store. Customers turned out for the fancy affair to...
Billabong's Still Filthy
Photo courtesy of billabong.comBillabong is set to hit the big screen with the world premiere of its latest surf flick, "Still Filthy." It's all part of the action in San Diego as the surf and skate scene converge for the Sept. 10 to 12 run...
Scott Weiland Launches Collection in Vegas
Weiland for English Laundry, photo courtesy of Torry MorganFashion and rock n’ roll go hand in hand. And for Scott Weiland – a clothing line seems to be the perfect venture. The frontman for the Stone Temple Pilots is known for his often flamboyant on-stage style. Weiland kicked off the launch of his new line, Weiland for English Laundry, with a performance at the Hard Rock...
Expose NY Partners With The Daily
Expose NY founder and curator Matt MeyersonEditors, stylists, buyers and bloggers can expect to find a heavy dose of fashion at The Daily Suites this season. Expose NY, produced by Los Angeles–based RPRT Communications, has partnered with The Daily for the upcoming edition of the...
California Represents at Fashion's Night Out
photo courtesy of fashionsnightout.comThe fashion world is brimming with excitement as plans for Fashion’s Night Out have been released. Fashion capitals in 13 countries around the world will join the festivities on Sept. 10 to celebrate fashion, promote retail and inspire consumers to shop. The event, which is...
Loree Rodkin Launches Home & Beauty Collection
Loree Rodkin's home and body collection launched at Coco de Mer.Loree Rodkin is expanding her brand of luxe. The designer, perhaps best known for creating Michelle Obama’s inaugural jewelry, recently launched a home and body collection. Building on the worldwide...
Fresh, Femme and Fashionable Photo Debuts
Los Angeles is about to get a fashion infusion in the form of photography as two photo exhibitions kick off this week. “Fresh from Paris,” an exhibition featuring haute couture photographed by noted fashion and beauty...
ANK's Eco-Chic
Photos by Volker Corell Being eco-chic in the swim world can be a difficult task. Yet designers are working to develop practices and products to be environmentally conscious. Some are working on the innovation front to utilize and develop fabrications that are both functional and eco-friendly—think...
Getting a Leg Up on Denim
Rock Republic Spring 09 (Photo: Vero Images)We’ve seen the comeback of acid wash, shredded denim and the boyfriend jean, and now denim is getting the legging treatment. The look has been hot on the street, and denim brands are expanding their offerings with new innovative takes on the trend. Designers are opting to combine legging fits and styles with denim details and fabrics for an ultra-sexy skinny fit. Others are branching out to include leggings in a variety of fabrics in their collections.
Is the Stylist Dead?
It was only a matter of time before celebrities entered recession mode, but according to an article in the New York Observer, even the stars are making cutbacks. “It used to be that none of the designers even knew the celebrities. The only real designers that had a presence in Hollywood...
Matthew Williamson Launch at H&M
I have to admit I wasn’t quite as excited about the Matthew Williamson collection opening at HM as I have been about past collections (i.e., Comme des Garcons). Maybe it’s because there have...
Loomstate for Target Launches
Amy Smart, Dita Von Teese, Amber Valletta and Anna Paquin were just some of the environmentally conscious celebs who turned out to help celebrate the launch of the Loomstate for Target collection. Designers...
Cultural Exchange
Style from around the globe is on trend for Summer, and it’s fast becoming a staple in our wardrobes. The cultural mash-up stems from destinations as far reaching as India, Australia and Russia and...
Lunching With Rachel Pally and Dita Von Teese
A chic group of editors, stylists and fashion insiders turned out for a private luncheon in honor of designer Rachel Pally. Hosting the soiree for the “Jersey Girl” was Dita Von Teese, who was dressed in a glamorous green Pally dress for the occasion. The event was...
Bringing California to Sundance
California designers helped kick off the Sundance Film Festival with a series of parties, events and style lounges during the film festival’s Jan. 15 to 25 run in Park City, Utah. 7 For All Mankind partnered...
'Project Runway'—The Finale Party
“Project Runway” held the finale party for the last episode that will...
K.Z.O., Gen Art and the Recycled Dead
Deer legs, chicken feet and porcupine skulls? In case you’re wondering where those shocking accessories featured in K.Z.O.’s runway show at Gen Art came from, here is the answer. The line, called “Road Kill,” is created by designers Christopher...
Eco Is The New All-American
Is Eco the new All-American? Well, if beauty pageants and fashion go hand-in-hand, then it must be true. Miss USA 2007, Rachel Smith, turned up at last night’s Gen Art Soyjoy “Fashionably Natural” to lend her support to the...
BOXeight art music fashion—the Lineup
BOXeight has announced a partial lineup for its Los Angeles Fashion Week event, called BOXeight art music fashion.So far, designers include Fremont, Anzevino Florence, UNIF, Kucoon, Raquel Allegra, Yotam Soloman, Le Sang Des Bates,...
The Boyfriend's Back!
Model Agyness Deyn resurrected ’80s tomboy-chic style. And every stylish celebrity from Katie Holmes to Reese Witherspoon—and even Victoria Beckham—have sported the boyfriend jean. The ’80s classic—think...
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