Copyright 2009 http://www.nbcnewyork.com/around-town/fashion en-us Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:20:22 -0500 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:20:22 -0500 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Lucky-Debuts-New-E-Shopping-Portal-70656442.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:30:22 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/lucky-mag-screenshot.jpg
In one of the more clever, Web-savvy moves for a jewel in Conde Nast's print crown, Lucky Magazine has launched a slick online shopping experience that's essentially a "big edit" of over 40 great retailers.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Weekend-Sample-Sales--Deals-112009-70625787.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:45:00 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/111209+Save+Fashion+21.jpg
Save Fashion just announced additional discounts, Steven Alan's massive stockpile of hipster goods remains tantalizing, Rebecca Minkoff's handbags draw crowds, and Christian Lacroix first-ever sale draws to a...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Target-to-Make-Shoes-with-Cynthia-Vincent-Hats-with-Eugenia-Kim-70650597.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:28:19 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/cynthia+vincent+shoes+thumb.jpg
Target announced today that it will be working with yet more stylish, slightly under-the-radar designers for two accessories collections launching in April 2010: This round, the designers are Cynthia Vincent...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/THREAD-Victorias-Secret-Fashion-Show-70634932.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:00:36 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/111909+VS+Marissa+Miller+Heidi+Klum+Doutzen+Kroes+LEAD.jpg
There are few events that capture the idea of "fantasy dressing" quite like the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, where models parade in over-the-top wings, jewels, and of course, push-up bras.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Clippings-Fashion-World-Mourns-Model-Daul-Kim-Edition-70640532.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:43:20 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/daul+kim.jpg
After the tragic death of 20-year-old model Daul Kim yesterday (here at Erin Wasson's recent show), the Cut compiled a moving tribute in the form of her fashion week videos. Plus: Sarah Ferguson won't work with...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Happening-Now-Lindsay-Lohan-Getting-Pushed-Out-at-Ungaro-70625517.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:15:56 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/Lindsay+Lohan+for+Ungaro.jpg
Lindsay Lohan's fashion design fate keeps getting worse. After proving skeptics right - including former designer Esteban Cortazar, who quit as a result - with an abysmal Spring 2010 collection for Emanuel...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Bond-No-9-Names-Latest-Fragrance-The-High-Line-70624097.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:15:35 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/90*120/Bond+No+9+High+Line.jpg
Bond No. 9 has added the High Line to its quintessentially New York repertoire of neighborhood-inspired fragrances, sourcing the new park and city landmark for its floral and woodsy notes.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/DJ-AM-Sneaker-Auction-on-eBay-70620522.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:30:47 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*74/DJ+AM+sneakers.jpg
TMZ dubbed him a "freakin' Imelda Marcos" for his tremendous sneaker collection, and shortly after his death of an overdose, the shoes are up for auction on eBay to benefit the DJ AM Memorial Fund.

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Hoping to apply its golden touch to the growing realm of online sample sales, Daily Candy's Swirl launched yesterday with some pretty sweet sales.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/In-Stores-Now-Rihannas-Wild-Shades-70548257.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:35:17 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/rihanna-shades.jpg
The crazy-hot, pyramid-covered shades that Rihanna wore on Fashion's Night Out (and in her video with Jay-Z) are now available at Karmaloop, for those brave enough to wear them.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/J-Crew-Jewelry-of-the-Month-Club-Yes-Please-70568592.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:19:33 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*120/j+crew+jewelry+of+the+month.jpg
J. Crew Jewelry of the Month Club was created just in time for the holidays, wherein the lucky recipient receives a different piece each month for the entire year. Oh, how we want.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Inside-Ottes-Tribeca-Location-70562182.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:45:52 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/100_0065.jpg
We were more than a little crushed to see Otte close its Williamsburg doors in September, but thankfully soon after it opened up a third outpost in Tribeca. We took a peek inside the store's new digs (and, of...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Opening-Tomorrow-eBays-Holiday-Pop-up-70535802.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:11:05 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/ebay+popup.jpg
The brick-and-mortar embodiment of eBay comes to life tomorrow in the form of a holiday pop-up in midtown, offering mint clothing, accessories, and a special "daily deal" to the first 100 shoppers on Black...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/THREAD-Backstage-at-the-Victorias-Secret-Fashion-Show-70539072.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:42:47 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/111909+Victorias+Secret+Backstage+Behati+Prinsloo+lead.jpg
Go behind the scenes of the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show, where the Angels get their hair and makeup prepped and frolic backstage before their big catwalks.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Were-Loving-Cheap-Mondays-New-Geek-Glasses-70483262.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:18:16 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*86/Cheap+Monday+Clairvoyant.jpg
Introducing Cheap Monday Clairvoyant, the new line of hipster-geek chic glasses from our favorite skinny jeans purveyors, in collaboration with Flo Scandinavia.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Clippings-Alicia-Keys-Jewelry-Revealed-Edition-70533777.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:56:26 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/alicia+keys+jewelry+thumb.jpg
The first images of Alicia Keys' new jewelry collection have surfaced, and we must admit we're not entirely enthused. We'll reserve judgement until we see them in person. Plus: Sarah Palin's stylist, unveiled!

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/THREAD-The-Final-Two-Victorias-Secret-Angels-Revealed-70372942.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:49:08 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/111809+Victorias+Secret+Times+Square+03.jpg
When the Angels took over Manhattan this morning, they were joined by the two finalists to make the cut -- Jamie Lynn Darley and Kylie Bisutti.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Liz-Lange-and-Sister-Launch-Shopafroliccom-70475552.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:18:01 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/Shopafrolic.jpg
The queen of high-end maternity, Liz Lange, has joined forces with her sister, Jane Wagman to combine their Manhattan-born-and-bred shopping prowess for a new website, Shopafrolic.com

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/THREAD-Inside-the-Steven-Alan-Sample-Sale-70485897.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:25:35 -0500 and when we left at 10AM. The first in line got to the sale at 7:15AM!]]> http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/steven+alan+sample+sale+lead.jpg
Shoppers braved long lines at the entrance and a seriously long check-out to attend the kick-off of the Steven Alan sale in TriBeCa, running through Sunday at 87 Franklin Street.

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Rachel Antonoff's off to the races after just two seasons with her original blend of girlish-yet-elegant dresses (think full skirts). She's working on her next collection, collaborating with Target, and...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Michael-Stipe-Collaborates-with-Maison-Martin-Margiela-70526427.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:40:36 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/martin+margiela+michael+stipe.jpg
The R.E.M. frontman has worked together with the elusive Maison Martin Margiela to create a sleek silver microcasette with what looks like an unraveled tape for a chain. Is it a necklace? An object d'art? You...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Even-Catalogs-are-Folding-JC-Penney-Shutters-The-Big-Book-70460152.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:15:30 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/JC+Penney+Storefront.jpg
JC Penney announced it will forego the distribution of its 36-year-old, 1,500-page epic catalog, "The Big Book", in favor of more frequent, smaller niche mailers throughout the year.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Um-No-Leighton-Meester-111809-70408202.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:20:09 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/um-no-leighton-concert-thum.jpg
Gossip Girl Leighton Meester went for a rock 'n' roll look at the grand opening of American Eagle Outfitters last night (where she also performed). Unfortunately, she went a little overboard.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/THREAD-Get-Handsome-at-the-Pop-Up-Flea-70426682.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:45:31 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/gethandsome.jpg
Girls who steal their boyfriends' shrunken flannel, rejoice! This weekend, Cleveland-born Michael Williams of premiere Americana menswear blog, AContinuousLean.com, will host "a men's market of quality handsome...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Stella-McCartney-for-Gap-Jil-Sander-for-Uniqlo---Round-Two-70458697.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:15:36 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/stella+for+gap.jpg
Given a taste of the good stuff - specifically, Stella McCartney's children's designs at the Gap and Jil Sander's grown-up ones at Uniqlo - consumers like, and bought, what they saw, and both designers will...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Thursday-Steven-Alan-Sample-Sale-70279182.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:46:35 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/steven+alan1.jpg
The editor's preview last night for this must-attend sale: For any hipsters, prepsters, and members of the downtown style set, the Steven Alan seasonal sale kicking off this morning offers spectacular deals on...

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=e17900843db5dadab39abdaf1348a256&p=4 e17900843db5dadab39abdaf1348a256 ]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:46:35 -0500 http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Tomorrow-Derek-Lam-and-Olivia-Palermo-Host-Fashion-for-Action-70398667.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:16:49 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/derek-lam-olivia-palermo-sp.jpg
Derek Lam, Olivia Palermo, Gilt Groupe, and Housing Works are teaming up for a massive benefit tomorrow night which promises celebrities, makeovers, and sample sale finds -- all to kick off a four-day fashion...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Douglas-Hannant-x-Eva-70372827.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:15:22 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/Douglas+Hannant+Costume+Jewelry.jpg
Douglas Hannant and Eva Jeanbart-Lorenzotti of Vivre will launch their joint collection of costume jewelry at the Douglas Hannant boutique at the Plaza in December.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Chanels-Jade-Polish-Officially-Sold-Out-70384767.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:55:47 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/chanel-jade-nail-polish.jpg
The must-have polish of the season debuted in October and is already sold out everywhere -- except on eBay, where the price for the silky green hue has skyrocketed to $100.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Intimacy-Moves-into-Searle-70371467.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:45:48 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*95/Searle1.jpg
Bankrupt Searle is getting a little help from the addition of Intimacy lingerie boutique to its Third Avenue flagship.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Coach-Taps-Michelle-Trachtenberg-for-its-Poppy-Jewelry-70370632.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:02:00 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/imchelle+trachtenberg-640.jpg
Another day, another celebrity collaboration with a fashion house. This time, it's Michelle Trachtenberg for Coach, which has recruited the TV teenager to design a line of costume jewelry for it's younger...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Just-Launched-RowNines-Luxury-Sale-Site-70376582.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:30:24 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/rownine-screenshot.jpg
The latest private sale site to join the online sample sale party (already chock-a-block with Gilt, Rue La La, Daily Candy's Swirl, etc.), RowNine plans to make its stamp by sticking to over-the-top luxury...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Nicholas-Kirkwoods-New-Flats-70368877.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:30:33 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/Nicholas+Kirkwood+Flats.jpg
Nicholas Kirkwood has brought his breathtaking designs down to earth a bit with a new line of flats.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=00836aefb799708a0d308d6677429db4&p=4 00836aefb799708a0d308d6677429db4 ]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:30:33 -0500 http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Clippings-Victorias-Secrets-New-Angel-Wings-Edition-70368707.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:49:56 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*105/victorias+secret+angles+styledotcom.jpg
Style.com got a sneak peek at the latest wings the Victoria's Secret Anglels will be wearing -- and they look a little sci-fi. Is everyone taking a page from McQueen lately? Plus: Marc Jacobs hates on the CFDA.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Zac-Posen-Launches-Z-Spoke-Exclusively-for-Saks-70367527.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:45:42 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/Z+Spoke+by+Zac+Posen.jpg
Zac Posen has branched out from spectacular eveningwear to create Z Spoke, a lower priced contemporary sportswear line, showcasing for the first time the designer's hand at separates.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/THREAD-Today-Rebecca-Minkoff-Sample-Sale-70360697.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:22 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*88/Rebecca+Minkoff+Sample+Sale.jpg
We stopped by the VIP preview for handbag designer Rebecca Minkoff's sample sale last night -- which was an utter mob scene. As such, we expect the crowds will be massive at the kick-off of the sale today...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/High-Fives-CFDAFashion-Fund-Edition-70323212.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:18:41 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/vena+cava+fashion+fund+lead.jpg
A legion of stylish designers and spectacularly-dressed guests turned last night's CFDA/Fashion Fund Awards into a veritable parade of exquisitely-clad peacocks.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/HM-to-Restock-Jimmy-Choo-Wares-Thursday-Morning-70311147.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:00:33 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/jimmy-choo.jpg
By now, everyone is familiar with the shopping hysteria that went down this weekend after Jimmy Choo's affordable wares for H&M went on sale. Well, if you missed out, here's a second chance to snap some goods.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Vivienne-Westwood-Makes-Cute-Rain-Boots-with-Melissa-Shoes-70303992.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:46 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/westwood-melissa-rainboot.jpg
Leave it to Vivienne Westwood to make some of the most charming rain gear we've ever seen -- candy-colored, bow-topped, and made of recycled plastic, to boot!

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/First-Look-The-Kardashians-Jewelry-Line-70299297.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:45:26 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/kardashian+jewelry.jpg
Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney Kardashian unveiled their new collection of vintage-inspired gold pieces for the label Virgin, Saints & Angels. The pieces will hit boutiques like Fred Segal and Nordstrom in April...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Clippings-Lohan-Not-Designing-for-Bebe-After-All-Edition-70290072.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:37:37 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/100409LiLo01.jpg
It turns out Lindsay Lohan was counting her chickens before they hatched when she said she was designing a line for Bebe with Mouawad. Plus: The world's top 10 models are revealed!

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/WWD-CEO-Summit-with-Donna-Karan-Marc-Jacobs-and-more-70280922.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:30:06 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/114*120/Donna+Karan+Headshot.jpg
Women's Wear Daily hosted the two-day WWD Retail/Apparel CEO Summit in NYC last week, bringing to the table all the issues facing the industry, with insight from Donna Karan, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Know-Right-Now-Bracelets-by-Dad-70280432.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:30:35 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/dads2.jpg
Jenny Kang, an editor at Lucky magazine, has transitioned from simply scouting the latest on-trend pieces to designing some herself. Her line of handmade bracelets, Bracelets by Dad, have even appeared on the...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Anna-Wintour-Taps-Obamas-Online-Team-to-Revamp-Voguecom-70279007.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:15:39 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/anna+wintour7.jpg
After being appointed to the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, Anna Wintour has hired the team behind Obama's successful online campaign, Blue State Digital, to revamp Vogue.com.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Chanel-Forever-21-Launch-Magazines-70275672.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:15:34 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*111/Forever+21+Magazine.jpg
Whether you visit a Chanel store worldwide, or plan on spending more than $40 at Forever 21, you’ll be treated to a glossy magazine highlighting the creative visions of the iconic house and fast-fashion...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Sophie-Theallet--70270507.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:40:01 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/83*120/Sophie+Theallet.jpg
Congratulations are in order to designer Sophie Theallet, who beat out a stellar lineup to snag the coveted CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund award, pocketing $200,000, a year of mentoring, and if previous winners are...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Paris-Hilton-Designing-Bridal-Shoes-Um-Okay-70272507.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:33 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*78/Paris+Hilton+Bridal.jpg
Apparently, Paris Hilton has launched a line of bridal shoes, and we are honestly stunned speechless.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Killer-Heels-Louise-Goldin-for-Topshop-70229647.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:49:39 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/louise-goldin-x-topshop.jpg
The first images of Louise Goldin's Spring 2010 collection for Topshop are starting to emerge, and we doubt the word "fierce" has ever felt more appropriate.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Tomorrow-Christian-Lacroix-Sample-Sale-70222227.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:55:30 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/lacroix-couture.jpg
The haute couturier may have been recently saved from bankruptcy, but you never really know if a sale on his impeccably-designed goods will come around again (this being billed as the first), so early arrivals...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/the-thread/Um-No-Blake-Lively-70227167.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:16:51 -0500 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/120*90/um+no+blake+lively+thumb.jpg
Dear Ms. Lively: We get it, already. You've got a slamming figure both on the top and on the bottom. But for our sake, please, pick one to show off at these red carpet appearances.

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