Fashion News

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Armani lays blame for ultra-thin chic
Designer Giorgio Armani has blamed stylists and the media for the fashion industry's obsession with ultra-thin women. In London to host a music and fashion extravaganza with stars Beyonce, 50 Cent and Bono, Armani said no girl needed to be anorexic to be fashionable.
22-Sep-2006 - Details

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Armani: Anorexia Isnt Fashionable
Designer Giorgio Armani has blamed stylists and the media for the fashion industry's obsession with ultra-thin women.

In London to host a music and fashion extravaganza with stars Beyonce, 50 Cent and Bono, Armani said no girl needed to be anorexic to be fashionable
25-Sep-2006 - Details

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French designer Lanvins collection sold
The personal collection of French inter-war fashion designer Jeanne Lanvin containing more than 100 exotic 19th and 20th century clothes and fabrics went under the hammer in Paris on Tuesday, raising thousands for her heirs.
28-Sep-2006 - Details

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Anti-fur protesters storm Cavalli fashion show
Five anti-fur protesters stormed Roberto Cavalli's flamboyant fashion show on Wednesday, unrolling posters saying "Cavalli = cruelty" on the catwalk before they were dragged away by security staff.
28-Sep-2006 - Details

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Fashion fever rules in Milan
Big name designers got down to the real business of fashion in Milan, Italy this week, relegating a row about overly-thin models to a fashion footnote.

From 1980s disco, to breezy chic, quiet sophistication and modern twists to retro looks, Armani, D&G, Salvatore Ferragamo and Burberry Prorsum offered a wealth of options.
28-Sep-2006 - Details

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Fashion industry accused on anorexia
One of Britain's leading authorities on eating disorders yesterday likened the fashion industry's role in the rise of eating disorders to the tobacco industry's promotion of smoking.

Bryan Lask, emeritus professor of child and adolescent psychiatry at St George's, University of London, said: "If the question is: 'Does the whole emphasis within our society on being thin, does that play a part in the development of anorexia?', then the answer is undoubtedly and absolutely 'yes'.
16-Oct-2006 - Details

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Armani wedding dress for Holmes
Kate Holmes' wedding dress will be made by Giorgio Armani.

The fashion designer has reportedly created five outfits for the actress, which will be worn over the course of her wedding weekend. Armani will also provide a photographer for the occasion, to complement personally hired professionals.

An Armani spokesman told US Weekly: "I can confirm that Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes have asked Giorgio Armani to design their official wedding attire for their upcoming marriage."

Cruise and Holmes are set to marry next month, but the venue has not been confirmed.
23-Oct-2006 - Details

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Armani designing wedding gown for Katie
Although no official wedding date has been announced, it seems Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are indeed tying the knot sometime next month, for the stars have already started making preparations for their 'Big Day'.
23-Oct-2006 - Details

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Trend Alert - Leggings
An 80’s trend is back and badder than ever. No longer with legwarmers, this year’s trend is worn with dresses and tunics. This fall, follow the celebs and wear leggings under mini skirts, shirt dresses, and tunics. Ballet flats or boots go great and accessories like layered necklaces or bangle bracelets complete the look.
23-Oct-2006 - Details

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British fashionoscars battle on Thursday
Kate Moss versus Erin O’Connor.Vivienne Westwood versus Antony Price and John Galliano. Luella Bartley versus Giles Deacon and Preen. Harrods against b Store and Liberty. They are the fashion battles of the year – and they’re being thrashed out in glittering style this Thursday night at the V&A museum at the 2006 British Fashion awards sponsored by Swarovski.
31-Oct-2006 - Details

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Excite launches first UK cosmetic surgery magazine
Excite Publishing has launched what it claims is the UK's first online cosmetic surgery magazine, Cosmetic Surgery Answers, which it said would fill in the gaps about patients' queries.

The first issue, available from the Cosmetic Surgery Answers website, will contain question and answer features, and in-depth discussions on a range of procedures, including breast surgery, liposuction and facelifts.
31-Oct-2006 - Details

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Imelda Marcos comes into fashion
The former first lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos, is launching her own fashion label.

The "Imelda Collection", unveiled at a Manila hotel, will begin with a range of jewellery designed by her eldest daughter Maria, better known as Imee.

The brand is expected to include clothing and shoes, with items recycled directly from Mrs Marcos' own outfits.
09-Nov-2006 - Details

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Russian Fashion Designers to Show in Beijing
The Sino-Russian fashion connection is growing rapidly. Five Russian designers will stage runway shows in Beijing on November 19, midway through the upcoming China Fashion Week (CFW), held in the Chinese capital. CFW is scheduled to run from November 15 to 22.
09-Nov-2006 - Details

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Teri Hatcher Demands Favorite Shoes To Shoot Scene
It seems like a couple of "Desperate Housewives" stars have recently turned into "Desperate Divas." First over a designer handbag, and now over a pair of shoes.

Teri Hatcher reportedly infuriated the crew and stylists on the set of "Desperate Housewives" by refusing to film her scenes until she could wear her favorite shoes.
29-Nov-2006 - Details

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Jlo and Posh to turn fashion partners
TomKat's wedding seemed to be a good socializing ground for celebs, with some even talking business. For instance Latino singer Jennifer Lopez and Posh Spice who attended Cruise and Holmes' gala wedding in Italy, got an opportunity to know each other, and the duo have now decided to put their pretty heads together and churn out a sexy range of clothes
29-Nov-2006 - Details

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Madonna turns to fashion design with H and M collection
After topping the charts as a pop star and children's author, US style icon Madonna will now try her hand in the fashion world, designing a collection for Swedish low-cost retailer H and M, the company announced.
07-Dec-2006 - Details

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Bridal Asia 2007 to showcase collections from Pakistan, Bangladesh
Leading fashion designers of India and its neighbouring countries Pakistan and Bangladesh would showcase their wedding creations at the three-day 'Bridal Asia-2007,' to be held in Delhi from January 13.
07-Dec-2006 - Details

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Madonna to design H&M line
Pop icon Madonna is to design a line of clothes and accessories for Swedish fashion giant Hennes & Mauritz that will be launched in March 2007, company officials said Thursday.
08-Dec-2006 - Details

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Armani Opens Luxury Hotel In Dubai
In a fashion trend that refuses to go out of style, Giorgio Armani, Donatella Versace and other couturiers continue to moonlight as hoteliers.
10-Dec-2006 - Details

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Tom Ford to tap into mens fashion boom
Tom Ford, the designer who helped revitalize the Gucci brand, is tapping into a growing market for male fashion with the launch of a new menswear line and shop in New York next year.
10-Dec-2006 - Details