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Diane von Furstenberg's Moscow Exhibition

by Sarah Cristobal Sat, Oct 31st 2009

This weekend in Moscow's Manezh Exhibition Hall, designer Diane von Furstenberg is being feted for her colorful life and career. "Journey of Dress," an exhibition that was curated by her good friend André Leon Talley, spans 35 years and touches on everything from her first famed garment to disco days at Studio 54 to her current CFDA presidency. read more

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J.Crew's Million Dollar Thank You

by Lisa Marsh Fri, Oct 30th 2009

It really pays to dress the First Family. Especially for Jenna Lyons, Creative Director of J.Crew Group Inc, who oversaw the creation of the Obama daughters' CrewCuts inaugural ensembles and that signature floral J.Crew cardigan Michelle Obama has worn on numerous occasions. read more

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Fashion's Night Out to Return Next Year

by Lesley Kennedy Thu, Oct 29th 2009

Another call to shop? Oh, alright, twist our arms. Fashion's Night Out will be back next year, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and NYC &amp; Company (the city's marketing, tourism and partnerships organization) have announced. read more

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New York City 'Fashion Incubator'

by Bee-Shyuan Chang Wed, Oct 21st 2009

Being a young designer in New York City just got a little bit easier. (Not that is could have gotten any harder.) Mayor Bloomberg announced plans for a 10,000 square foot "fashion incubator" to nurture start-up sartorial businesses. While there will be a limited number of spaces available at the 209 West 38th Street, fourth floor location, the rent will be an emerging designer-friendly $1,500/month -- sadly, for NYC, that's a great deal for office space -- almost half the going market rate. read more