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Madonna and Marc Jacobs - The Making of Louis Vuitton's Fall Campaign and Story Behind Those Rabbit Ears

Filed under: Style in the News

Ever since the bunny headpiece first appeared on the Louis Vuitton Fall 2009 runway and Madonna was all ears at the Met's Costume Institute Gala, fashionistas have been asking, "what up with the ears?"

Finally, the always imaginative Marc Jacobs answers the burning question in this behind-the-scenes video of Madonna's Louis Vuitton's Fall 2009 ad campaign.

Jacobs says the idea for the "hare" accessory came about when he and his design team were searching for the perfect finishing touch to his Parisian courtesan-inspired looks.

One member of his design team wrapped a piece of fabric around another team member's head. When Jacobs spied the look, he thought: bunny ears!

While the ears may remind some of Playboy (which the designer acknowledges in the video) they are twisted for a more French coquette vibe. MJ says he also likes the way the style works as a throwback to early "M" -- we were thinking "Lucky Star" ourselves.

By the way, Jacobs says Madge "is heaven to work with."

To see more of Marc Jacobs and Madonna in action, and to find out more about what influenced the ad campaign, grab the bonbons and watch the video here.

Madonna Wears Loree Rodkin Diamonds to Dinner with Stella McCartney and Sir Paul McCartney

Filed under: Accessories

Madonna wears Loree Rodkin diamonds to dine with the McCartneys in London last night. Photo: Martin Fraser, FilmMagic

Looks like diamonds are a (Material) girl's best friend.

And her Madgesty shares a love of jeweler-to-the-stars Loree Rodkin's rocks, in particular, with none other than the First Lady.

Madge opted for a white gold and black rhodium hamsa hand -- meant to keep away evil vibes (very Kabbalah) -- pendant encrusted with multicolored diamonds. She wore it on a white gold and black rhodium and gray diamond skull head chain. Both pieces are by Loree Rodkin.

Madonna left the statement-making to her jewels and houndstooth fedora, choosing neutral-hued, relaxed separates for dinner at Locanda Locatelli in London last night (July 7) with close friends Stella McCartney and Sir Paul McCartney.

Not a bad way to spend a night off from her "Sticky and Sweet" tour.

Continue reading Madonna Wears Loree Rodkin Diamonds to Dinner with Stella McCartney and Sir Paul McCartney

Madonna Honors Michael Jackson During London Concert

Filed under: Style in the News

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Madonna celebrates Michael Jackson in an onstage tribute during her July 4 "Sticky and Sweet" tour stop in London. Photo: Frank Micelotta, Getty Images

Madonna resumed her "Sticky and Sweet" tour in London's O2 Arena on July 4.

She paid tribute to Michael Jackson when a male dancer came out mid-concert dressed and moving like the King of Pop. (Sadly, MJ was slated to perform at the O2 arena one week after Madonna's performance.)

And in true style icon fashion, Madonna's performance included numerous wardrobe changes.

Along with looks by longtime designer/costumer/stylist/collaborator, Arianne Phillips, the Louis Vuitton muse and pop star wore a black, crystal-encrusted Givenchy Haute Couture jacket by Riccardo Tisci over a black bodysuit.

Continue reading Madonna Honors Michael Jackson During London Concert

Cameron Diaz Reinvents Herself... As Madonna for V Magazine Shoot

Filed under: Style in the News

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Diaz strikes a pose for the August issue of V Magazine. Photo courtesy of V Magazine

Seriously, who's that girl? Nope, it's not Madonna. It's Cameron. Cameron Diaz.

The surfer girl goes Material Girl -- cone-shaped bra and all -- for the August issue of V Magazine, and we've got the pictures to prove it.

According to V, Diaz recognizes that it's time to switch gears -- to dig deeper for her roles. "I'm not going to be the 23-year-old ingenue again," she told the magazine. "If I tried to hold on to that, I'd be a pretty unhappy individual."

Diaz has already begun the transformation by taking on portraying the mother of a terminally ill child in "My Sister's Keeper," as well as the upcoming October horror film "The Box," by "Donnie Darko" director Richard Kelly.

Playing a mother didn't seem to answer the nagging question, or rather, Hollywood's nagging question on impending motherhood. "I don't declare either way if I'm going to have children," she says. "I don't know what will happen...and I'm totally fine with that."

For now, though, Diaz is content working on herself and renovating her West Coast home. The actress remains open to playing a variety of roles, as seen here in her Madonna-circa-1987 photographs.

The August issue of V Magazine is hits stands July 7.

Madonnas Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign

    Madonna wore this ensemble, complete with oversized scrunchy/bunny ears to this year's Met Costume Institute Gala in May.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    Marc Jacobs sought a softer, more intimate quality than last season's campaign.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    Photographer Steven Meisel used a technique called "solarization," favored by the legendary Man Ray, to achieve a techno-rainbow exposure.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    Marc Jacobs says there is a unity to the campaigns "it feels like we have completed both parts of the story." (Referring to Madonna's last turn as the face of Louis Vuitton.)

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    The lush, colorful clothing was inspired by Tamara de Lempicka artwork.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    This is the face of a 50-year-old. Amazing. The purse is not too shabby either.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

Madonna Shows Her Softer Side in Louis Vuitton's Fall/Winter Ad Campaign

Filed under: Style in the News

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Madonna in the infamous "bunny ears" for Louis Vuitton's fall/winter ad campaign. Photo courtesy of Louis Vuitton

Madonna's Louis Vuitton fall/winter 2009-2010 ad campaign images have finally been officially released.

We've been going out of our minds waiting to get our hands on them.

Creative director Marc Jacobs once again chose Madonna as the face of the french label -- the Material Girl showed off her flexibility in LV's spring/summer campaign, which had a hard, sexually-charged vibe.

This time around, though, the series of images, has a lush, even romantic feel.

Jacobs went with an old Hollywood direction for the campaign, with a Man Ray influence.

MJ and Madonna reunited with photographer Steven Meisel, who shot the previous campaign (and the provocative Calvin Klein billboard).

"After the fun we had with the spring/summer campaign, and the amazing reaction to it, all of us – Madonna, Steven and myself – were eager to get back together for fall/winter," Jacobs explains.

The campaign breaks in August.

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Madonna's Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign
Madonna returns as the face of Louis Vuitton for the fashion house's Fall/Winter 2009-2010 campaign.
Courtesy of Louis Vuitton
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Madonnas Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign

    Madonna wore this ensemble, complete with oversized scrunchy/bunny ears to this year's Met Costume Institute Gala in May.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    Marc Jacobs sought a softer, more intimate quality than last season's campaign.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    Photographer Steven Meisel used a technique called "solarization," favored by the legendary Man Ray, to achieve a techno-rainbow exposure.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    Marc Jacobs says there is a unity to the campaigns "it feels like we have completed both parts of the story." (Referring to Madonna's last turn as the face of Louis Vuitton.)

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    The lush, colorful clothing was inspired by Tamara de Lempicka artwork.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

    This is the face of a 50-year-old. Amazing. The purse is not too shabby either.

    Courtesy of Louis Vuitton

Breaking News - Marc Jacobs' August Wedding, Lourdes Takes Manhattan and Chace Crawford - Fashion Editor?

Filed under: Style in the News

MARC JACOBS AND LORENZO MARTONE'S PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Marc Jacobs and Lorenzo Martone's big day is pushed back to August. As reported, the couple is still planning to wed in Provincetown, Mass. Jacobs' man, an emerging photographer, co-hosted a gay pride event called "I do. I Amsterdam" in hopes that New York will adopt similar same-sex marriage rights as the Dutch city. He also displayed one of his photos of a very famous couple in a PDA moment.
[WWD]

CHACE CRAWFORD VS. CHUCK BASS FOR MEN'S STYLE ICON TITLE

Gossip Girl's wealthy, light-eyed Nate Archibald chats about his front row seat at the Armani Men's Spring show. What does he think of fellow co-star Chuck Bass' style? Watch the video of 24 hours with the bachelor himself.
[Grazia]

MICHEAL KORS ON BROADWAY
Models Carmen Kass and Noah Mills return for Micheal Kors fall ad campaign, only this time they wont be lounging on yachts or stepping onto private jets. The designer of all American classic clothing sent his models to Broadway.
[WWD]

KARL, KARL, AND MORE KARL

Wearing his signature black tie, aviator shades, silver -haired ponytail, Karl Lagerfeld has got his fingerless-gloved hands in everything these days. He's inspired a tote, voiced a cartoon, designed tutus for the Ballet, and doubles as designer and photographer for Chanel's Fall 2009 ad campaign, shot where else? At his own Vermont homestead.
[Fashionologie]

WHATEVER LOLA WANTS
Madonna's mini-me spawn, Lourdes (only one name needed as well?) moves to New York City and brings her quirky-cool tween sense of style with her.
[NewYorkPost]




D&G's Online Boutique - Where Fashion Meets Technology

Filed under: Stores We Love

D&G gets into the online game with a new e-boutique. Photo courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce & Gabbana has been keeping busy these days. After announcing that they had the exclusive on Madonna's beau, model Jesus Luz, for the men's shows in Milan, the Italian luxury company known for its sexy red carpet dresses just launched a new online D&G store.

Powered by Yoox, the online store features the latest in technology meant to make shopping fun. Shoppers can Twitter an item they like, share it on Facebook or MySpace or embed each look into their personal blogs.

Continue reading D&G's Online Boutique - Where Fashion Meets Technology

Lady Gaga and Her Fire-Shooting Boobs

Filed under: Events: On the Scene

Has Lady Gaga upstaged Madonna with her fiery bustier? Photo: George Pimentel, WireImage

Lady Gaga lit up the crowd (literally!) at the MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto last night (June 21).

Mid-performance, the electro-pop singer was "arrested" by a crew of female dancers dressed as police officers, then excited the crowd when fiery pyrotechnics shot out of her bust.

With a backup dance crew in tough chic costumes featuring studs, chains and metal hardware, Gaga channeled that other pop diva, Madonna.

The 23-year-old singer performed a medley of "Love Game" and "Poker Face," clad in a studded bustier/high-cut bodysuit (still no pants!) and spiked knee-high boots.

Continue reading Lady Gaga and Her Fire-Shooting Boobs

Breaking News - Vogue's New Royal Intern, Madonna's Man Has a God Complex? and 'Twilight' Stars Get All Dolled Up

Filed under: Style in the News

JOHNNY DEPP'S HAT OBESSION
The A-list actor will be playing a handsome Mad Hatter in quirky director Tim Burton's remake of "Alice in Wonderland." Check out the first pic.
[JustJared]

MADONNA'S MAN ADOPTS HER WORKOUT ETHIC
It seems Madge's men have to break a sweat (on set). Jesus Luz apparently annoyed his fellow models by working out between shots during the Dolce & Gabbana ad campaign photo shoot.
[TheCut]

"TWILIGHT" TAKES FURTHER ACTION... WITH DOLLS

The vampire empire continues to rule. In addition to the upcoming blood-tinted lip plumper, you can now dress up Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart's "Twilight" characters in designer duds.
[StyleFrizz]

ANNA WINTOUR OFFERS PRINCE WILLIAM'S GF A ROYAL INTERNSHIP
While the eldest British Prince searches for real estate in the United States, Anna Wintour reportedly offered an internship at Vogue to Kate Middleton, his majesty's on-again, off-again flame.
[Hindu]

CONVERSE ZIGZAGS INTO MISSONI COLLABORATION

The classic sneaker adopts an iconic design. Converse will get in step with Missoni for a men's line of All Star sneakers called "Premium Chuck Hi Missoni" for Spring/Summer 2010.
[WWD]

GAP'S RECURRING DREAM
The retailer recently gained attention for designer khakis by past CFDA winners Alexander Wang and Vena Cava. Now, shoppers have spied its old-school scents -- Dream and Heaven -- back on store shelves.
[BeautyAddict]

Breaking News - Gwyneth, a Designing Woman?, Marc Jacobs Plays Teacher's Pet and Madonna's Beau Gets His Walking Papers

Filed under: Style in the News

GWYNETH PALTROW, INTERIOR DESIGNER?
The mother of Apple and Moses channels Martha Stewart. Gwyneth Paltrow has reportedly been asked by Madonna to design the bedroom for Madge's new adopted daughter Mercy.
[JustJared]

REED BETWEEN THE LINES
Coach, iconic purveyor of handcrafted leather goods, is launching a new brand around its President and Executive Creative Director, Reed Krakoff. It could consist of anything from dental floss to dog bowls, but the company name will most likely consist of his own.
[FashionWeekDaily]

MARC JACOBS GETS HIGH MARKS
Marc Jacobs creates saucy new back-to-school capsule collection called "Don't Miss the Marc" set to hit stores this fall.
[TheCut]

BETH DITTO HAS BIG STYLE

Take a sneak peek at Beth Ditto's new voluminous Eighties rock chick, limited-edition clothing line for Evans in London.
[TheSun]

PROJECT RUNWAY MAKES IT WORK
The fast-paced fashion reality competition appears to be filming in New York City. Will Tim Gunn and Heidi Klum be in or Auf?
[TheCut]

MADONNA'S BEAU GETS HIS WALKING PAPERS

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana tapped the material girl's man, Jesus Luz for its steamy D&G ad campaign. Now, the trendy twosome is dressing him up and sending him down the runway.
[GraziaDaily]

THE INTiMATE HISTORY OF UNDERWEAR

London's Fashion and Textile Museum launches "Undercover," an underwear retrospective. Get a sneak peek at the unmentionables, from classic Calvin Klein to pretty La Perla..
[TheDailyBeast]

Max Factor Being Phased Out of US

Filed under: Cosmetics

Circa 1924, Max Factor himself shows Hollywood actress, Louise Fadenza, how to apply lipstick. Photo: Hulton Archive/Getty Images

What?!

Friends, I hope you're sitting down for this one: Max Factor will soon be leaving our good country -- forever.

The parent company, Procter & Gamble Co., has decided the pull the plug on the brand's US distribution because it has such little market share. (Though in foreign countries like Russia and Japan, it does amazingly well. Weird.)

This news strikes me as an incredibly sad, as it's the end of an era in beauty. Founded in 1909, Max Factor created the only makeup developed for motion picture use. The brand's connection to old Hollywood and its professional makeup artists is the kind of affiliation beauty companies would kill for today.

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CFDA - Cross-Dressing Designers Honored

Filed under: Style in the News

Jason Wu, in a dress of his own design. Photo: Craig McDean, courtesy of CFDA

The CFDA's 21 nominees showcased their work in an unconventional way – by modeling the pieces themselves, WWD reports. Not so unusual for Rodarte's Laura and Kate Mulleavy, who are up for womenswear designer of the year, to step into their own creations. But Jason Wu? Yep, he dressed up -- in a dress. (Yes, that's Jason Wu of Michelle Obama, one-shoulder Inauguration dress fame.)

The end result only confirms Wu's creativity, as he paired a chiffon gown with a sleek suit.

Continue reading CFDA - Cross-Dressing Designers Honored

Target Collaboration News - Up Next, Carlos Falchi

Filed under: Handbags

From the main (read: not Target) Carlos Falchi collection. Photo courtesy of carlosfalchionline.com

Top designers keep joining forces with Target for exclusive lines, and we keep swooning (and shopping), so the recipe for success is clearly working.

The latest collaboration? Carlos Falchi, master leathersmith and purveyor of classic, yet modern handbags and accessories. He is following in the fashionable footsteps of past handbag designers for Target including Gryson, Anya Hindmarch, Devi Kroell and Botkier.

The collection, eighth in a series of limited-time-only accessories designer collaborations for the retail giant, will be available at most Target stores and Target.com from November 1 to December 27. (But you know the deal, these designer items fly off the shelves.)

Continue reading Target Collaboration News - Up Next, Carlos Falchi

'Manolo Blahnik Drawings' - Shoes That Are Better Than Sex

Filed under: Shoes

Photo: Thames & Hudson

Manolo Blahnik shoes are dreamy in many ways. His footwear is so gorgeous that, if you're a shoe girl like so many of us are, it will haunt you in your sleep.

Sarah Jessica Parker has said she could "run a marathon in a pair of Manolo Blahniks." But sadly, they're so expensive, most of our footwear fetishes are left unfulfilled and we can only fantasize about actually owning a pair.

"Manolo Blahnik Drawings" is a new book featuring the sketches Mr. Blahnik creates early in his shoe designing process. The tome shows over 120 of these, in full color, with captivating and fanciful details like raspberries, laces and stiletto heels that should be impossible to wear, but somehow are crafted into perfection.

The sketches are organized by decade, starting in the Seventies and going up to the current one. So, for now, you can live vicariously through the amazing artwork.


Manolo Blahnik Drawings

    Acid Green Platforms
    Back in the 70's, they weren't kidding when they said, "Platforms"!

    Thames & Hudson

    Shoe-Animal!
    Would you call this a giraffe print? Or just say that the heel is as high as a giraffe's neck is long?

    Thames & Hudson

    Ankle Bib
    Never has a swiss dot neckerchief looked as elegant as when it's on this shoe from 1985.

    Thames & Hudson

    Gold Leaf Lizard
    The excess of the 80s is on full, glorious display with this mule!

    Thames & Hudson

    Tri-color Flat
    Oh, yes, please we'd like to take one in every color!

    Thames & Hudson

    Blue and Gold Bondage
    It's hard to read Blahnik's handwriting, but the notes say that this shoe had velcro on it!

    Thames & Hudson

    Black Patent Leather Sandal
    This shoes is so dainty, and yet so rock and roll tough. No girly-girls allowed!

    Thames & Hudson

    Dancing Bootie
    Can't you feel how jubilant you will be when you wear this multi-colored bootie? The green laces are like a bow on a present. A very expensive and divine present.

    Thames & Hudson

Continue reading 'Manolo Blahnik Drawings' - Shoes That Are Better Than Sex

Brows Are Big Again!

Filed under: Beauty Tips

Brow wow wow! From left to right, Brooke Shields in 1981, Madonna in 1985, and model Hilary Rhoda in 2009. Photos: Ron Galella, WireImage | Ron Galella, WireImage | Stephen Lovekin, Getty Images

What comes around goes around: Bushy, natural-looking brows are making a statement -- again -- this summer. It all started with a young Brooke Shields (above left) in 1980's "The Blue Lagoon"... the media was insistent that she should pluck away, but she refused, and bushy brows became her signature.

Next, Madonna (above middle) rocked some serious arches all through her "Like a (tweezer) Virgin" period and has apparently not allowed 12-year-old budding fashionista daughter, Lourdes, to touch hers. And bravo! How many women wish they could start from scratch and have the full, lush brows they had in their youth?

Speaking of lush brows, there's Estée Lauder model Hilary Rhoda (above right) at the FiFi Fragrance Foundation Awards on May 27. She's young, stunning and smart. How do I know she's smart? Because she has left those full eyebrows alone a la Brooke (check out the unnerving resemblance to Shields). And now the model-of-the-moment is making the big bucks strutting runways across the globe.

Eye Brows 101

    The right brow shape can lift your eyes, slim your face, and take ten years off your look...instantly! Makeup expert Carmindy, star of TLC's What Not To Wear, shares her best secrets for youthful, natural, and perfectly-groomed brows.

    Trim and Shape
    Before plucking, your brows may need a trim. Grab a spooley brush and a pair of small scissors. Brush your brow hairs straight up, and if there are hairs that go beyond your natural brow line, carefully snip them away.

    Easy Tweezing
    Carmindy suggests having two types of tweezers: one with a very fine tip and one with a slanted tip. You can use the slanted ones to grab a few hairs at once. The needle-nosed, fine-tipped tweezers are good for precision plucking and getting those tiny, hard-to-reach hairs.

    Where to Start
    "Everybody's brows are different, so if you're not sure where to start plucking, try this: Hold a makeup brush vertically along the side of your nose. Then use the side of the brush as the marker of where the brow should begin," explains Carmindy.

    Finding the Arch
    Angle the same makeup brush outward so that the bottom end is against your nose, and the top and is even with the iris of your eye--the brush now marks the point where the brow should arch.

    Where to End
    Angle the brush out even more toward the outermost corner of your eye--that's where the brow should end.

    Mind the Gaps
    "Not everybody's brows are totally perfect, so you may need a little brow corrector to fill in any gaps. A waterproof liquid brow corrector can last the longest," says Carmindy. Starting at the inside edge and working your way out, feather on a light brow color to fill in any sparse areas.

    Voila!
    Now your brows are groomed to perfection! Having well-defined, well-groomed brows really makes your face look finished. All you need to do is trim, pluck, and correct, and you'll have perfect, face-framing brows.

Continue reading Brows Are Big Again!

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