Valentino: The Last Emperor

President meet and greet.

The Obama's meet the Sarkozy's in France. Yipppi!!!!!!




Ms. Obama in custom Thakoon and Ms. Sarkozy in Christian Dior.

Theyskens replacement?

Nina Ricci currently has no design creative director. Olivier left along with PR director, Kate Etter, and and the only person whose name has come up in terms of replacing his position is British designer, Peter Copping. Today Mario Grauso verified that he has not invited anyone for the Met and that Ricci is going to announce a new designer within the next few weeks. I am 99.99999999% sure that it will be Peter Copping.



In terms of Olivier and his amazing shoes that he designed for Fall 2009, they ARE NOT GOING INTO PRODUCTION!!!!!!!!! That is simply because Olivier is a genius and no one can handle it.

Marc by Marc Update

Marc Jacobs was at the Topshop opening party in NYC wearing his engagement ring with his Brazilian fiance and advertising executive, Lorenzo Martone.

Jimmy Choo is collaborating with Hunter Boots. It will be available in June 2009 for $395. The boots from the two amazing British labels feature an embossed crocodile print, leopard print lining, and gold-metal hardware.

TOPSHOP NYC

Topshop in New York City is now open. Kate Moss also has done another line for Topshop which is also available.




1 W 37th St
New York, NY 10018
(212) 302-4351

Inside Scoop: Costume Institute Gala

Calvin Klein, Nina Ricci, Carolina Herrera, and Tod's have confirmed that they will be sponsoring tables at the Gala. Due to the economic situation Burberry, Roberto Cavalli, Versace, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Ralph Lauren and Alberta Ferretti have all SAID NOOO to buying tables this year. So instad of dropping a nice $75,000 to $250,000 on a table they will buy a seat for $5,000 to $10,000 each.

The theme this year? "The Model as Muse." Marc Jacobs is honorary chair. Kate Moss, Anna Wintour, and Justin Timberlake as co-chairs.

Models being the main focus and getting respect in fashion this year could also be another recession tactic. Less focus on celebrities is always budget friendly.

Lost your luggage?

The Unclaimed Baggage Center is a genius mall-like store which sells all the luggage that was never claimed at the airport. Basically treasures from all around the world for really inexpensive. Everything from fur coats, toys, clothes, art, cameras, ski equipment, insane jewelry, furniture, wedding gowns, ipods, sporting goods... basically every single object you can imagine.

http://www.unclaimedbaggage.com/

The flagship store is located at:
509 West Willow Street, Scottsboro, Alabama 35768.
256-259-1525.

Other locations:
Atlanta, GA
Birmingham, AL
Chattanooga, TN
Huntsville, AL
Jackson, MS
Memphis, TN
Nashville, TN

Cafe Gitane

If you have not been to Cafe Gitane, you should make a conscious effort to go for breakfeast, lunch, or dinner. The food is beyond delicious. The restaurant is charming and it is not over priced at all. I seriously dream about it.

242 Mott Street
New York, NY 10012
Cross Street is Prince
212.334.9552

Claude Monet

My favorite artist of all time. I might even love him more then Erte. I appreciate every single thing about Monet's life and his art. Born in Paris, and his love for gardens and sailing is so beautiful. I even would have to say his house in Giverny is my favorite place in the world.

Bill Blass

Bill Blass is looking for a new creative director. Who are they considering?? Richard Chai!!!

Wintour sighting

This past weekend Ms. Wintour was in the crowd during Roger Federer's tennis match in Miami. She was alongside son, Charlie. They also attended Andy Murray's match on Saturday. As for Bee, she was out and about in New York Thursday night for the opening of the Broadway play, Exit the King.

In Vuitton We Trust

Get Ready: Grey Gardens

April 18, 2009 on HBO