Carlos Mota collaborates with IMAN Home at MBFW

As Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week arrives to its new home at Lincoln Center, what remains unchanged is Mercedes-Benz commitment to style and luxury at one of the world's biggest annual fashion events.

Through a collaborative effort with fashion icon Iman and her new IMAN Home designs, and interiors and special events design consultant Carlos Mota, the VIP Mercedes-Benz Star Lounge is a bold design statement and sanctuary for guests taking in the latest fashion looks on the runway during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week spring and summer 2011 season.

IMAN Home designs are inspired by international locales and traditional, yet modern, crafts to bring a beautiful blend of cultural richness in the fabrics. The Mercedes-Benz Star Lounge serves as the first look at these designs from her collection, which launches in late September.

"I am so excited to partner with Mercedes-Benz on this project," said Iman. "We have worked tirelessly in preparation for the launch of IMAN Home and to have this forum, at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, is a great way to unveil the collection." 

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REISS introduces 'Elements' with Jamie Morgan

For the launch of the Autumn Winter Collection REISS has collaborated with renowned photographer and filmmaker, Jamie Morgan, to create an artistic short film that highlights the feel and aesthetic of the upcoming collection.

"This season is a step forward for Reiss with a collection we are really excited about. Showing our key products in this new and innovative way felt right for where we are going, as a way of capturing all the energy and excitement that is apparent throughout every aspect of our brand. And generally, if we're this excited about it, I'm confident that our customers will be too." - David Reiss

David Reiss understands what his brand DNA is about as he has been successfully making innovative decisions at the helm of the company for nearly 40 years. He recognized that choosing to shoot the campaign on video was a bold move and was confident that it was the right time for the brand to take this step.

The creative inspiration came as the result of an artistic collaboration with Jamie Morgan, renowned photographer and film maker who founded London's creative collective 'Buffalo' in the 1980's.

The 'Buffalo' collective changed the nature of image making through its pioneering work in The Face. His sense of exploration and creative instincts then brought him to explore moving images which translated into a series of short but beautifully emotive films as well as portrait and documentary studies.

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Kate Moss to no more design for Topshop

The successful alliance between supermodel Kate Moss and clothing chain Topshop that persisted for three years, is now towards concluding, the year-end. 

The clothing chain has 10 outlets spread across Northern Ireland. Topshop’s autumn and winter collection designed by Moss would be the fourth and last collection of the alliance.

Moss got into this partnership with the clothing chain through her friendship bonds with the chains owner, a retail tycoon, Sir Philip Green. Now, as the alliance sees its end and both parties refute any rift, with owner of the chain saying that they are bringing an end to the collaboration as Moss has other commitments.

The 36 year old model is believed to have taken home at least £3 million for the collections she designed, a majority of which became popular amongst Topshop customers. Three years back, when her first collection was launched by the clothing chain and thousands of people lined up in front of the chains flagship store at Oxford Street.

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INVISTA showcases LYCRA beauty fabric at Paris Mode City

INVISTA, owner of the LYCRA fibre brand and one of the world’s largest integrated producers of fibres and polymers, unveils a new platform for the changing needs of shapewear at Mode City Paris 2010.

INVISTA showcases LYCRA beauty fabric, a new concept focused on helping the industry address the needs of the rapidly evolving shapewear market. Fundamental global consumer research and studies of shaping garments and fabrics have revealed unique opportunities for growth and increased consumer satisfaction.

INVISTA found that nearly all women (93% Source: Strategic Insights. Global Consumer Shapewear Study 2009. 1,133 female participants from US, Brazil, France, Italy, Germany and UK) show interest in garments with shaping attributes, many of whom are new to shapewear and are looking for new functionalities.

Dedicated to leading intimate apparel with cutting-edge innovations that respond to consumer needs, INVISTA has introduced “The Science of Shaping” platform to help the industry develop fabrics and garments that bring a new level of performance and comfort to these shapewear consumers. 

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Kapil & Monika bedazzle the ramp with Mugdha Godse

After leaving the audiences spell bound in North India with their exotic and elegant designs, designer duo Kapil and Monika have enough reason to present their new bridal couture and indo western collection in grand style at the Kolkatta Couture Fashion Week with ace bollywood actress Mugdha Godse being the show stopper for the fashion designer duo.


Currently retailing out of the fashion store Kimaya ( all outlets ), Amara – Mumbai , Kapil and Monika have also dressed the whose who of tinsel town, right from Karisma Kapoor, Diana Hayden, Mahie Gill to Prachi Desai, Claudia Ciesla. No wonder then that the enterprising designers have built themselves loyal clientele based out of Mumbai, New Delhi, Dubai, London and Canada.For Kapil& Monika, femininity forms the essence of their label with styles that suggest elegance and modernity, along with strong emphasis on fabric, cut & color.

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Lo Bosworth to kick off Fashion’s Night out

Television personality and star of MTV’s The Hills, Lo Bosworth will officially kick off Fashion’s Night Out (FNO) at Fashion Island on Friday, September 10 with a styling sweepstakes and personal appearance.

“I am thrilled to be a part of Fashion’s Night Out at Fashion Island,” said Bosworth, creator of The Lo Down lifestyle blog. “I am looking forward to the styling session because I love fashion and helping others experiment with new looks and trends. Plus, I always enjoy meeting my fans, especially those from my hometown.”

Fashion Island will feature a variety of festivities in celebration of Fashion’s Night Out from 5 to 9 p.m. including the kick-off and meet and greet with Lo Bosworth, sweet stations and live DJs throughout the center, in-store events and a tote bag giveaway.

The first 1,000 shoppers to visit the Concierge desk in Atrium Court with a receipt from any purchase made at a participating FNO retailer during the event will receive a limited edition Fashion Island tote bag. The tote bag giveaway will run while supplies last, with a limit of one bag per person and no minimum spend requirement.

More than 30 merchants will host in-store events featuring fall fashion presentations, beauty events, giveaways, gifts with purchase, DJs and refreshments. Participating merchants include Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Elie Tahari, 7 For All Mankind, Trina Turk, Jonathan Adler, True Religion Brand Jeans, American Rag Cie, Jonathan Adler, Ever and Kate Spade.

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Autumn/Winter sees third season of Y-3’s range for kids

Yohji Yamamoto announced, the collection consists of apparel, footwear and accessories.

The collection consists of apparel, footwear and accessories which reflect the styles and cuts from the adult range in miniature versions. As such the children’s range perfectly complements the overall Y-3 collection with a sense of humour, lightness and fun!

The range proves that Y-3’s edge and signature aesthetic will prevail in its children’s collection. Electric blue and blackcurrant purple contrast with the clever use of plaids and stripes. The green and purple plaid shirts and stripey tops are both contemporary and functional. Outerwear ranges from cute leather bomber jackets, and Leather Jackets to practical yet playful nylon puffas.

Footwear comes in Y-3’s most popular styles. The Honja- High, Sprint and Field have been created in kids and baby sizes to further complete the Y-3 look.

For the long winter months, children are now able to channel looks of sport functionality and fashion elegance from Y-3.

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