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The Top Fashion Stories of 2010

No Comments 31 December 2010

What with Lady Gaga’s infamous “meat dress,” plus the fashion world following the every outfit of established icons like Kate Moss and new ones like Rihanna, there was plenty going on in the world of style in 2010. Here are a few of the biggest style stories of the year.

Actresses, Celebrity Magazine Covers, Fashion News, Magazines

Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen in Harper’s Bazaar

No Comments 24 August 2010

After 24 years of growing up in front of the American public, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen now occupy an influential position in the fashion world -- and in the September issue of Harper's Bazaar

Actresses, Celebrity News

Olsens, Beckham Want to Design for First Lady

No Comments 12 August 2010

Actresses and fashion designers Ashley and Mary Kate Olsen have told Harper’s Bazaar magazine that they would like to design a dress for First Lady Michelle Obama.

Celebrity Style, Designer Brands, Fashion Designers, Fashion News

Jason Wu is into Leather Now

No Comments 14 July 2010

Jason Wu is a rising star among couture fashion designers and he now wants to expand his range to include a leather goods line, after launching an eyewear collection in March 2010.

Designers, Fashion, Fashion Designers

Designer Spotlight: Naeem Khan

1 Comment 02 December 2009

We all know how benefitting it can be for a young designer (a la Jason Wu) when their creations get spotted on First Lady Michelle Obama. They can go from, "who are you?" to "we have Oprah on line 1 for you" with a snap of a picture.

Accessories, Celebrity News, Celebrity Style, Dresses, Events, Fashion, Fashion Designers

Michelle Obama Wears Isabel Toledo & Jason Wu For Inauguration & Ball

2 Comments 20 January 2009

The new first lady kicked off Inauguration Day with donning a pale yellow wool lace Isabel Toledo shift with matching overcoat. Matched with green pumps, and a diamond brooch. And her jewelry of choice - diamond studs - which completed the stylishly and elegant ensemble. Marking a visual example that change has come to Washington.