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Posted in June 2009 …
Is Coach Trying to Be Gucci?
After hearing the buzz about Coach’s Poppy Collection, I went over to coach.com to check out what’s new.
That’s when I stumbled upon “Tattoo” – their newest collection.
And then it hit me.
Gucci launched a very similar collection, called “Tattoo Heart” November last year.
So I’m wondering, now that we’re in a recession, is Coach the new Gucci?
With less money in their pockets, will penny pinching fashionistas now settle for a mid-range “luxury” product (which replicates Gucci’s ’08 stuff) instead of going after the first-rate labels ?
Seems Coach certainly hopes so.
Katy v. Katie
Reuters is reporting the latest in a legal debate as an Australia fashion designer seeks to launch her line, “Katie Perry,” to the horror of singer Katy Perry’s reps.
BRISBANE, Australia (Billboard) – Singer Katy Perry’s representatives are attempting to block an Australian fashion designer from trade-marking her clothing range with the brand name Katie Perry.
The designer, who started her high-end Katie Perry loungewear label two years ago, initiated a trademark application in September 2008 and recently opened her first outlet in Sydney. But she was hit with a cease-and-desist order from representatives of the EMI-signed artist, in an attempt to halt the “similar name” being used in connection with the clothing label.
The Australian businesswoman was born Katie Jane Perry, but sometimes goes by the name Katie Howell.
EMI said in a statement Thursday that a “routine notice letter was sent to Ms. Howell, as is customary in trademark practice, alerting her of Ms. Perry’s intended application” for trademark protection down under.
The American pop singer, whose real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, has become a mainstream star in Australia, scoring a No. 1 hit last year with “I Kissed A Girl” and winning best newcomer at the MTV Australia Awards in March. Her follow-up “Hot N Cold” reached No. 4. She is scheduled to begin in Australian tour on Brisbane on Aug. 12.
Preview Lauren Conrad’s New Book
Lauren Conrad’s book, “L.A. Candy,” went on sale on Tuesday.
Take a sneak peek thanks to Avon!
Read this first chapter here.
The novel retails for $17.
Jimmy Choo at H&M This Fall!
Mark your diaries!
November 14 is THEEEE day!
That’s when Jimmy Choo will bring its international glamour and covetable shoes and bags to selected H&M stores.
200 stores across the world to be precise.
The new collection makes history — it is the first time that H&M is collaborating with an accessories brand.
Just because, Jimmy Choo will extend its design vision for this collection to women’s clothing to complement the accessories.
We’re told this collaboration will also include a men’s collection of shoes, bags and accessories.
The Secret’s Out…on Facebook!
In this photo: Supermodels Alessandra Ambrosio and Doutzen Kroes announce the official Victoria’s Secret Page on Facebook.
Last week just after New York City’s Internet Week concluded, Victoria’s Secret launched their official Facebook page.
Fans will get access to exclusive videos, photos, insider tips, special events, Supermodel profiles and more!
According to a press release, “The brand’s new Facebook Page allows fans from around the world to experience and interact with Victoria’s Secret.”
Keds Launches Green Shoe Collection at Barneys New York
Keds has launched an interesting designer collaboration with Barneys New York and Loomstate.
You’ve probably heard about Loomstate and their use of organic cotton in every product they put out.
The “green” designer collection, labeled “Keds(R) by Loomstate,” is exclusively available at select Barneys New York stores nationwide and on www.barneys.com beginning this June.
The shoes are priced at $75 a pair.
They comprise of 100% certified organic uppers and linings, nickel free eyelets and 100% recycled insole boards.
“A percentage of proceeds donated to The Organic Exchange through 1% For The Planet,” Keds tells us.
Not a bad idea at all…
2009 CFDA Fashion Awards Presented in NY
CFDA Fashion Awards underwriter Nadja Swarovski wearing Alexander McQueen with the Swarovski Award Winners Justin Giunta, Alexander Wang and Tim Hamilton with Blake Lively wearing Michael Kors. Courtesy of Jennifer Graylock.
Last night, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) paid tribute to the winners and honorees of the 2009 CFDA Fashion Awards at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center.
Polo Ralph Lauren emerged the winner of the Most Popular American Designer award; online voters decided the winnner.
Honors went to Kate & Laura Mulleavy for Rodarte for Womenswear Designer of the Year, presented by Diane Kruger.
There was a tie for Menswear Designer of the Year, which was presented by Jimmy Fallon: Scott Sternberg for Band of Outsiders and Italo Zucchelli for Calvin Klein Collection.
Jack McCollough & Lazaro Hernandez for Proenza Schouler took home the Accessory Designer of the Year Award–no real surprise there.
As we pointed out during the lead-up to the awards, First Lady Michelle Obama was honored with the Board of Directors’ Special Tribute Award by CFDA president Diane von Furstenberg for her support and commitment to American designers.
The full list of winners and honorees: Continue reading
adidas Reveals its New, Wild Collection
You must’ve heard about Originals by Originals (ObyO) from adidas by now.
If not, keep reading.
It’s a mini collection which has drawn on the talents of fashion designer Jeremy Scott and streetwear icon Kazuki who remain creative partners of the concept.
And they’re back again with an intriguing twist on sportswear.
Even if you won’t wear all this stuff in this collection, I love that Jeremy Scott continues his fun, fearless approach to classic sports silhouettes.
He’s built this collection around three key themes: Africa, safari and TV color block.
Check out the pics; you’ll see what I mean.
Let’s not forget the follow-up to the SS09 launch season. The acclaimed JS Wings shoe is back in fresh colors, like metallic silver.
Crazy!
Working on my clothing line. First collection will be out Spring 2010.
