Monday, August 22, 2011

Selling: Hard Candy


Prada's latest fragrances gets a cheeky (pun intended), flirty and fun little ad video. A pink and gold baroque setting, pink Prada panties, a piano, a sexy piano teacher, a classic song, some slight sadomasochism and model Léa Seydoux (who was charming in Woody Allen's Midnight in Paris and has appered nude for American Apparel) makes this a naughty little treat.

Florence Welch gets Masculine for Vogue Nippon

In Gucci
Styled by Karl Lagerfeld, Florence + the Machine's lead singer ditches her usual disheveled locks and feminine frocks for a more androgynous take on fashion. The look suggests Tilda Swinton, David Bowie and the Kaiser himself. Yet she stays loyal to her brand, Gucci. See more here.

Monday, August 15, 2011

The Noise: Feist chills out again with "How Come You Never Go There"


Feist stole many hearts with her sophomore LP The Reminder, and if this first single is any indication she plans on doing the same with her upcoming album Metals. Smooth, jazzy, Starbucks ready pop.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

The Noise: Jay & Kanye still fly in "Otis"


The two biggest names in rap have joined forces for Watch The Throne, and if this video is any indicator they plan to keep on boasting while driving models around in Maybachs. In that sense the Spike Jonze directed video is something of a let down, but the song is pleasant enough paying homage to that great soul man Otis Redding, and sampling probably his greatest song ("Try a Little Tenderness"). Also there's a bizarre and hilarious little cameo by Aziz Ansari.

"The Edgar Allan Poe of Fashion"


One of the true artists of our time.

Iron Lady: Georgia May Jagger as Margaret Thatcher for Harper's Bazaar

In Burberry Prorsum

A witty spread by the always playful, provocative and at times notorious photographer Terry Richardson, featuring the luscious lipped model (daughter of Mick) channeling a woman who has brought out as many polarized reactions as one person possibly could. The spread features the ladylike fashions of Carolina Herrera, Salvatore Ferragamo, Moschino and Valentino among many others, and while it functions as a tongue-in-cheek, slightly irreverent fashion spread, it also raises the question; how much do the clothes make the woman? Just how much of power is established by the way one dresses and how the public perceives them? Would the Kennedys or the Obamas have made it if they hadn't been chic couples? If Hilary Clinton were "prettier" or dressed better would she be President? Who knows. For know enjoy the rest of the spread here and read the brilliant Suzy Menkes' article on Thatcher's real life style (in both fashion and politics) here.

The September Issue: The Kate Moss Wedding

In Alexander McQueen
Sorry Duchess of Cambridge, according to Vogue's infamous September issue, Kate Moss, the most prolific supermodel/fashion icon of our time, had the most romantic wedding of the year. Moss and hubby Jamie Hince (The Kills) appear photographed by Mario Testino and Hamish Bowles takes us through the weekend wedding, which was dubbed "Moss-stock." Moss herself discusses her jitters and what it was like having a custom made Galliano gown.

The happy couple, both in Tom Ford
Check out the rest of the images and the full article here.

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Beyoncé gets Sexy Chic for Harper's Bazaar UK

in Gucci

“This is such a pivotal moment in my life! I’m transitioning as a woman, and I’m finally able to express myself as I am.”
-On turning 30.
Check out more gorgeous photos and excerpts from the interview here.

The Noise: Best Coast gets a Star-Crossed video




Love that is tragic, young and reminiscent of the Shangri-Las, Romeo & Juliet and West Side Story. Kudos on Drew Barrymore's direction and the all star young cast (especially the sexy funny Donald Glover).

Monday, August 1, 2011

Selling: Prada makes luxury Sexy and Provocative for Fall 2011 campaign video and Tobey looks geek chic


Steven Meisel has shot a very sensual campaign video for the ultimate name in Italian luxury. The video has a great sense of texture, making the items (particularly the accessories) seem all the more appealing and desirable.


Also, Tobey Maguire has been chosen as the face for the brands Fall 2011 Menswear campaign, and he looks like an adorable dandy hipster. Check out a behind-the-scenes video below.

Selling: Exploding in McQueen


Model Raquel Zimmerman was photographed with an exploding head by David Sims for Alexander McQueen's Fall 2011 campaign. The image is well in line with the brands' reputation for "Savage Beauty" and shows just how well Sarah Burton is caring out her late, great mentor's vision.