Amanda Seyfried Jul 18, 2008
Go behind the scenes of our cover shoot with Ali, Chanel, and Karlie. Find all the season's essentials from tie-dye dresses to splashy beauty buys. (Teen Vogue)
Lake Island Tract resident pickets at the city's front door Jul 16, 2008
St. Peter Chanel wrote on Jul 15, 2008 10:14 AM:" This is not news but a comic. Mr. Patterson has embarrassed himself on this one! To be fortunate enough to have this low of a lease payment and ungrateful enough to pay it. What a freeloader.This comic belonged on the front page in the "Top This" section or with the comics not on the front page. " ... Responsible Party wrote on Jul 15, 2008 1:28 PM:" St. Pete appears not to be an American. In our country, we do not cower, ridicule, and retreat,... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Funeral Prep Jul 15, 2008
A source said Devon "tried on multiple pairs of sunglasses. She was acting like a total diva but not in a bad mood. She seemed to have fun trying them on." She settled on a big, dark Chanel pair before going up to the third floor to check out black dresses. "She got bored of black and went for a hot-pink minidress and a motorcycle jacket," our spy said. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Angelina Jolie way ahead of Wall Street Jul 15, 2008
From classic Chanel to cool Christopher Kane, dresses were long and languorous or a waterfall of frills - but always scraping the floor. Fashion had turned its back on the Paris Hilton girlie glitz: short, sheer dresses; sequinned sparkles; and any-color-as-long-as-it-is-pink. (International Herald Tribune)
Princes' appeal over Diana film ignored Jul 14, 2008
The children of the deceased have appealed to chanel 4 not to put the programme out and I think this should be enough to stop the programme going ahead. Have channel 4 no respect for the deceased. (Yahoo News -- British Royal Family)
High-end importers struggle Jul 14, 2008
That was certainly true during the housing boom years here, as local specialty, or luxe, retailers such as C'est Si Bon were joined by the likes of Tiffany's, Coco Chanel and Nordstrom. But with the housing bust reducing that wealth factor, rising fuel prices increasing the cost of overseas transportation and a U.S. dollar that has fallen about 14 percent compared with the euro over the past year, many American shoppers are less willing to squeeze into the latest Manolo Blahnik shoes. (The Palm Beach Post)
People this week Jul 13, 2008
" NAME: Mark Ronson INTERVIEWED BY: Alan Jackson, Times magazine PROMOTING: No products, just slickness and family values The uber music producer is such the man about town that during the interview he delivers his sister a Chanel handbag that Lily Allen had reserved for him. The suit he's wearing to the Glamour Awards (Man of the Year, obviously) is "almost in homage" to Dean Martin. It's a life that Heat readers can only dream of, says The Times. With his looks and success he must indulge in a... (BBC News -- UK)
Rush for Sex and the City clothes Jul 13, 2008
The dearest item on sale was a black sequined Chanel dress with a price tag of $5,000 (2,785). It is expected that some of the items will end up on auction websites. (Yahoo News -- Sex and the City)
MORE: Things are golden for Selma Blair Jul 13, 2008
For Blair, who favors Marc Jacobs and Chanel, it has been a challenge to embrace Kim's sartorial choices. "It's so over-the-top. It is disheartening to see a picture of yourself with this long hair and these long nails," she says. (USA Today -- Life)
Love your sunglasses (should I know you?) Jul 13, 2008
Among the more rarefied labels at Bergdorf are Bulgari, Bottega Veneta, Alexander McQueen, Marc Jacobs, Chanel and Barton Perreira, a six-month-old brand coveted by aficionados. 1. (International Herald Tribune)
Crist's fiance a study in contrasts Jul 13, 2008
Bush is Chanel suits and pearls. Rome is Roberto Cavalli evening gowns and diamonds. (The Palm Beach Post)
Fashion geometry Jul 8, 2008
From Chanel's organ pipe effects through Valentino's egg-shaped skirts, the new winter looks were drawn on firm lines ... These shows have been popping up across the world, mostly in the United States, where Dior showed in New York and Chanel in Miami. (International Herald Tribune)
Suzy Menkes: Surf and turf at Place Vendôme Jul 8, 2008
Chanel Jewelry This Chanel brooch called "Cam?lia Paraiba" will be shown at the Salon des Antiquaires in September ... For Chanel, the Vend ... A mighty sculpted flower with diamonds tracing the edge of sapphire and emerald petals was a new addition among intriguing revivals of Coco Chanel's original inspirations. (International Herald Tribune)
Jourdan Dunn Jul 8, 2008
Even though she's a master at maneuvering the runway in haute couture from Carolina Herrera, Christian Dior, and Chanel, and has stared as the face of Gap and Benetton, this teen is known for her laid back style off camera. Choosing Chucks and jeans for castings, and opting to watch the tube instead of partying all night, Jourdan demonstrates that being a homebody is chic. (Teen Vogue)
New shops change face of Union Square Jul 7, 2008
"Now you can come downtown from the suburbs and not feel that only your mother can shop, because there's nothing to do but go to Chanel and Tiffany," she said. "It's much more of a destination now for a broader base of people.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mamma Mia! island's star turn Jul 6, 2008
They were supposed to be wedding guests, and even though they were painstakingly togged out in glamorous dresses, earrings, Chanel handbags and (much hated) crimson lipstick, the Matus sisters scenes did not make it into the final cut. To add insult to injury, Ildiko had her waist-length hair chopped into a bob by one of the film's stylists. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Monogamy, marriage new values at 'Sex and the City: The Movie' Jul 6, 2008
When Samantha is feeling tied down in her relationships, she goes shopping, filling the trunk of her car with Chanel and Gucci goodies as she drives off with her new pooch, resembling a 50-year-old botoxed Paris Hilton. "The film totally sidesteps questions about money and makes it seem like everyone is now in the upper tier financially, and that having three published books has made Carrie a wealthy woman -- highly unlikely -- who can now afford to give her assistant a US$5,000 designer bag,"... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
The queen of cool Jul 6, 2008
Then there is the clothes room, which contains 10 rails, tightly hung with at least 500 garments, arranged in alphabetical order, A for Alaia, B for Balenciaga, C for Chanel, but also G for Gap and W for Warehouse because those were some of the first clothes she bought. There is also a rail of vintage clothes (Zandra Rhodes, Ossie Clark) and a whole rail of Prada. (Guardian Unlimited)
The Americana Trend for 2008 Jul 5, 2008
From patriotic stars and stripes to Americana rock and roll monochromes, designers like Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Cavalli and YSL are paying homage to America ... From Chanel s adorable star print blouses and dresses to all-in-one s to YSL's star-spangled stilettos ... Ever since style setter, Kate Moss was seen wearing a full-length Chanel gown covered in tiny gold metallic stars, (a gift from Chanel) for her birthday in January 2008, fashionistas on both sides of the pond have embraced the... (Suite101.com)
Graphic content Jul 5, 2008
Armani says he has about 30 devoted couture clients worldwide, but Chanel has 250, Karl Lagerfeld boasts in now standard fashion after the Chanel presentation at the Grand Palais ... The synergy between music and fashion has always been strong, and the imagery at Chanel is literal this year, with a bold backdrop of mammoth organ pipes. (Globe and Mail)
What women want? Jul 3, 2008
Gucci bags, Chanel glasses, solitaires, high heels, Armani clothes and a penthouse. Aaah. (India Times, India)
A cut above the rest Jul 3, 2008
Larry Elliott attends the Chanel '09 Spring Summer Haute Couture fashion show at the Grand Palais in Paris Photograph: Paul Cooper ... In Paris this week, the great names of the business - Chanel, Dior, Valentino, Givenchy - have been displaying their creations for the coming season ... "From the 1960s to the 1990s, there was a sense that couture was in gentle decline, confined to grandes Parisiennes of a certain age.The high production costs and the small number of sales meant the profits on... (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
The History of the Chanel 2.55 Bag Jul 3, 2008
The History of the Chanel 2. 55 Bag: The Story of Coco Chanel's Iconic Purse ... The History of the Chanel 2. (Suite101.com)
'Haute couture shows are pure theatre' Jul 3, 2008
At Chanel, the skirts on the trademark tailored suits were three or four inches higher; Armani put all his models in 1980s-style trouser suits, which merely accentuated just how unhealthily thin they looked ... Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel show was the only one I could have identified before starting my new career as a fashion editor, and it was best when it stuck to basics ... But I could imagine women feeling good about themselves in Chanel and men finding them attractive, and that appears to be... (Guardian Unlimited)
The fashion writer's verdict Jul 3, 2008
At Chanel, leaving aside the fussy pleats and folds on some of the dresses and jackets that made the models resemble alternately RoboCop or Princess Leia, designer Karl Lagerfeld simply did what he usually does, but better: making dainty suits and elegant dresses even more beautiful ... This was a rare occasion when hem length did give an indication of the economic state: Chanel and Dior were both sexy and fun, with hems generally ending right above the knee or higher. (Guardian Unlimited)
New poll: 9 in 10 hit hard by gas prices Jul 2, 2008
St. Peter Chanel wrote on Jul 1, 2008 8:24 PM:" This community needs a real mass transit system. Dial-A-Ride does not function as a true mass transit system or are they cost effective to use. I can drive 36 miles in my vehicle and only 12 miles with them for $8.00. I do not get it . . . The government should step in and make them decrease their rates or stop grant money (tax dollars) to them. ". ed miller wrote on Jul 1, 2008 9:16 PM:" Many experts believe that, if it weren't for rampant... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Karl Lagerfeld's pipes Jul 2, 2008
Chanel plays pipes, turning tiny tubes of tulle into couture - International Herald Tribune ... Chanel plays pipes, turning tiny tubes of tulle into couture ... Yet the installation was not contemporary art but at a Chanel show. (International Herald Tribune)
Despite Economy, France's Billionaires Prosper Jul 2, 2008
The two Wertheimer brothers, Alain and Gerard, control luxury brand Chanel, the company their grandfather co-founded with Gabrielle (Coco) Chanel. Coco's Chanel No.5 perfume is still one of the world's top-selling scents. (Forbes -- Business)
He should Coco: Lagerfeld shows his wilder side Jul 2, 2008
There you are, pony-tailed, thin as the gold-topped cane you occasionally dangle from your gloved hand and ruler of one of the world's great cash cows as the long-time creative director of Chanel, which held its couture show in Paris yesterday. No matter what the economic climate, no matter what the magazines deem to be in fashion this season, there are millions of women around the world who still want Chanel's quilted handbags, perfect tweed suits and two-tone pumps ... It's a formula that was... (Guardian Unlimited)
A-list actresses flock to Paris for couture shows Jul 2, 2008
Associated Press Visible from left: French actress Charlotte Gainsbourg, German singer Ayo, French actor Gaspard Ulliel, German model Claudia Schiffer, Polish actress Kasia Smutniak and British singer Micky Green attend the German fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 2008/2009 Haute Couture collection for Chanel presented in Paris, Tuesday, July 1, 2008. Related news from Paris Fashion Week. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Strictly Baz Luhrmann Jul 1, 2008
Following the film's box-office success Luhrmann landed a highly lucrative Chanel contract, making a Red Curtain-inspired 2004 film for Chanel No. 5, starring Nicole Kidman. At $36m, it is reputedly one of the most expensive adverts of all time. (CNN -- International)
Men's fashion gets feminine Jun 30, 2008
The result was a bouffant tunic worn over trousers and short jackets with lots of trim that resembled that womens-wear classic, the little Chanel suit. Most ultra-daring were Romain Kremer with men in long transparent dresses in fluorescent shades, and Bernhard Willhelm with an unwearable medieval-style collection featuring long-haired men in tiaras and multi-coloured bloomers. (iAfrica.com)
Opinion: Save your hide skip the tanning bed Jun 28, 2008
The French fashion designer Coco Chanel changed all that. Back in the 1920s, Coco, looking to create a new healthy look to promote summer wear, popularized tanned skin. (MSNBC -- Health)
Karma is alive and well in the dog show world Jun 28, 2008
There s a reason fashion photographers routinely dress women in Chanel and Prada suits and hand them leashfuls of graceful canine breeds for the tidiest of shots - it s a to-the-manor-born image that perfectly suits the pages of Town ry or Vogue. Seeing that visual come to life at a dog show, however, seems a tad odd at first. (Missoulian, MT)
Fashion design joins Park & Rec offerings Jun 27, 2008
"This is a program for people of all skill levels and experience and it will allow them to participate in the fashion world in a hands-on manner." The course will focus on designers such as Armani and Chanel, and the students will develop skills in drawing, basic sewing, hand sketches, and other aspects necessary to master the fashion and design industry. "I hope that these girls can walk away from this program with something that they are proud of and can wear to school in the fall and just... (Pictorial Gazette, CT)
Victoria's Secret Model Karolina Kurkova Slammed for... Jun 26, 2008
" Kurkova is one of the world's highest-paid models, according to Forbes. In addition to Victoria's Secret, she has appeared in campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, Chanel and Balenciaga. Share: Top Video Showbiz News ADVERTISEMENT The new mom will play a "spiteful girl" in the NBC showAn "overly aggressive fan attacked a female fan and Tim witnessed this incident," his rep saysThe rapper blames festival officials and Pearl Jam for his two-hour-late performance"We hope to encourage... (Fox News)
MBK Best Shopping Mall in Bangkok Jun 26, 2008
Leather goods are well priced whether handbags or shoes, and although there are lots of fakes in the Prada, Louis Vuitton and Chanel and Dior class, there are also some excellent locally designed bags in good quality hide. Jewellery looks like another good buy here, but it can t be said often enough that when buying jewellery in Thailand it is a case of caveat emptor. (Suite101.com)
* Never mind the matches, look at the outfits Jun 26, 2008
They have gone hand-in-racket since the 1920s, when Coco Chanel sketched her outfits for the tennis court, consisting of jersey pants and simple but elegant dresses. But Sharapova said the growing trend of clothing sponsors creating one-off, eye-catching outfits was deadly serious X and essential to raise the profile of tennis in a viciously competitive sports market. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Fat police target Victoria's Secret model Jun 25, 2008
In addition to Victoria's Secret, she has featured in campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, Chanel and Balenciaga. The fashion industry has been under fire recently for its promotion of skinny models and pledged to adopt a more healthy image for young girls who often force themselves to become thin in the battle to secure a place among the top tier. (NEWS.com.au)
Beefy men are back Jun 25, 2008
Take top model from Brazil, Romulo Pires, a one-time car mechanic with a Cinderella-like story who stumbled into modelling to become the face for Gucci, Valentino and Pepe Jeans, and works the catwalks for Chanel, Dior, Christian Lacroix and Jean Paul Gaultier. Tall, but slim and not wide-shouldered, he models suits size 48 (UK, US size 38), smaller than the 50s and over (UK, US size 40) seen on the catwalks in the 90s and considerably trimmer than today's average suit-wearing businessman. (iAfrica.com)
Agent 99 gets smart on fashion and fame Jun 25, 2008
I did inherit 99's Chanel bag addiction, and I was very happy about that ... Beyond swinging a Chanel handbag, did you do anything in particular to get into shape for this role. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Fantasy Fashion for Summer 2008 Jun 23, 2008
Even America s Vogue, Anna Wintour attended, dressed in a Chanel padded silver gown. For more information on the Superheroes:Fashion and Fantasy exhibition, which runs until September 1st 2008, visit the website. (Suite101.com)
Sisters share sense of style Jun 23, 2008
"Donna was the first buyer who came in who had on Chanel. I immediately noticed the label and said, 'Who is this lady?' "With their taste level, I knew when they bought the business that they would take it to the next level. They understood fashion and what it took to dress the modern woman. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Geographic labels on fashion items abound in fakes Jun 23, 2008
The eyewear maker Luxottica, which makes Prada and Chanel sunglasses, has a factory in Japan that produces exclusive gold-rimmed glasses for the highly selective Japanese market. Many consumers, however, would prefer not to discover a "made in China" tag on a $1,000 dress. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
T-shirts proclaim allegiances to rock, charities Jun 23, 2008
Wednesday: Macy's Downtown joins McCormick & Schmick's at the Downtown restaurant 5 to 7 p.m. for an evening of Chanel fragrance and beauty sampling during "Ladies Night Out" at the Stoli Blakberi Kick-off Party. Drink specials and hors d'oeuvres. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
How enduring brands survive Jun 23, 2008
Take Chanel, for example. For a century, Chanel has sailed through the turbulent winds of fashion, deftly managing product diversification without losing its course ... In the words of Coco Chanel, "fashion passes; style remains." Just because everyone else is flocking to a new trend doesn't mean that it's right for you. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Caught up in the Cross-fire Jun 22, 2008
The designer of fashion houses such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton created a slick interior. The design has changed but there's no escaping the history. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Industry Buzz Jun 22, 2008
"Exquisitely slouched posture, cradling a cigarette, sitting next to Barbara armored in her Chanel and pearls, on a perfectly proper sofa.". A GOOD BET: Peter Tolan's day job: TV writer. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Power Suits Her Jun 22, 2008
"Nancy Pelosi, then a congresswoman, was there, and she and Donna were in the same red Chanel suit!". The horror. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Nothing sells like celebrity Jun 22, 2008
Nicole Kidman sashays in ads for Chanel No. 5 perfume. Eva Longoria, the bombshellette star of "Desperate Housewives," sells L'Or. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
"Made in Asia" label helps, hinders luxury goods makers Jun 22, 2008
Eyewear maker Luxottica, which makes Prada and Chanel sunglasses, has a factory in Japan that produces exclusive gold-rimmed glasses for the highly selective Japanese market. Many consumers, however, would prefer not to discover a "made in China" tag on a $1,000 (507 pound) dress. (International Herald Tribune)
'08 - THE YEAR WOMEN WON'T FORGET What do Clinton's campaign, 'Sex and the... Jun 22, 2008
These women had been friends forever and would wear their fashionable and stylish best, perhaps Chanel vintage and a plumed, bejeweled, velvet pillbox, albeit with comfortable shoes. You see, they haven't been content, ever, in their lives. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
The recording session heard round the world Jun 20, 2008
When Merry Clayton met her moment, she was wearing a mink coat over silk pyjamas, her curler-held hair draped with a Chanel scarf. The Los Angles-based background singer had just "hunkered down" into bed on an autumn night in 1969 when she received a call from producer Jack Nitzsche, a friend of hers who apologized for the late hour but explained that an English band in town needed a young lady to sing with them. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Style wars on centre court Jun 20, 2008
Tennis and fashion have been doubles partners since the 1920s, when Coco Chanel, holed up at the Cheshire stately home of her lover, the Duke of Westminster, passed the time by perfecting her outfits for the tennis court: lean jersey pants and simple dropwaist dresses. And never are the two so closely entwined as at Wimbledon, where the all-white dress code is as much a part of the image as strawberries and cream. (Guardian Unlimited)
Interview: Joan Rivers lets rip after her Loose Women TV swearing row Jun 19, 2008
"JOAN RIVERS ON KATE MOSSThe face of Chanel is in the gutter. I'd like to say to Kate, "Well done on - quote unquote - designing your own clothes range. What colour are the buttons again on that 20 dress. (Mirror.co.uk)
Torn off a strip Jun 19, 2008
McDowell was also briefly banned from Chanel after suggesting that the current designer, Karl Lagerfeld (last seen literally hissing about his love of the smell of building sites in the documentary Lagerfeld Confidential), should step down. Some might say that some of the above criticism crosses the line from constructive to cruel. (Guardian Unlimited)
Give yourself a mental makeover Jun 18, 2008
As Coco Chanel said, "Fashion is architecture: It's a matter of proportions." In other words: No matter which part of your body you dislike, there's a clever way to divert the eye elsewhere. Try different styles and employ horizontal (widening), vertical (elongating) and diagonal (slimming) lines as necessary. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Emma Watson is the new face of Chanel perfume Jun 17, 2008
Emma Watson is to be the new face of Chanel perfume ... Chanel has been preparing Emma for her new role by dressing her for film premieres and parties ... A source said: "She has been slowly integrated into the Chanel brand. Once it became clear she is growing into a beautiful young woman and wears the Chanel brand so elegantly, they had to sign her up. Chanel realises it is important to target a young audience." Bosses at Warner Bros - who make the 'Harry Potter' films - have given the deal... (China Daily)
Harry Potter star Emma Watson is the face of Chanel Jun 16, 2008
Harry Potter star Emma Watson, 18, is to be the new face of Chanel's fragrance Coco Mademoiselle. The actress, who plays Hermione in the Potter films, has won a 3million two-year contract with the French fashion house. (Mirror.co.uk)
Rush for Sex and the City clothes Jun 16, 2008
The dearest item on sale was a black sequined Chanel dress with a price tag of $5,000 (2,785). It is expected that some of the items will end up on auction websites. (Yahoo News -- Sex and the City)
Little Black Dress Exhibition Jun 16, 2008
Now known affectionately as the LBD, through the century the little black dress has remain a classic wardrobe staple, ever since Coco Chanel first showcased her simple jersey dress in 1926 ... Chanel s intention was to create a dress in a neutral color that was long-lasting, versatile and affordable by appealing to the widest market possible, making it accessible to all social classes. (Suite101.com)
Summer-ize Your Beauty Routine Jun 15, 2008
com) Chanel Irreelle Blush, $40 each (at chanel. com) Mally Cosmetics Colorless Perfecting Powder, $28 (at qvc. (CBS News)
Ninja Gaiden II: Ninjas still rule Jun 15, 2008
Cinematic and stylish, even if its style has nothing on the old-school look, Ryu Hayabusa is Vivienne Westwood to Sho Kosugi's Coco Chanel Ninja Gaiden II is still a straight-up action game in the most conservative of modes. You slice up some bad guys, walk further down the hallway, slice up some more bad guys, slice up a big bad guy, watch a short film clip, repeat. (Toronto Star)
Why we love Carrie and co Jun 13, 2008
With Plus One on a shopping trip to Paris and last heard of being chased around a private fitting room in the rue Cambon Chanel store by Karl Lagerfeld's chin, it was time to take VIP back to where it all began. I found Magazine Maven, my very own Samantha Jones, while she was simultaneously checking in with her BlackBerry and doing clacque stretches at her women-only gymnasium. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sixth-grader finds time to help her family and her peers Jun 13, 2008
DON BURK/The Times-UnionKristal LaMotta, 11The sixth-grader (center) helps her mother, Chanel Dorset, take care of her siblings - Thaddeus Powell Jr. (from left), 4; Ibn Powell, 2; Isis Powell, 2; and Tyanna Powell, 4 - gets straight A's in school and has been honored for her work with the MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation ... "You keep adding those up and they'll grow," said her mom, Chanel Dorset ... Her mother is Chanel Dorset. (Florida Times-Union)
