Gucci Cruise 2011 includes safe safari hues exemplified in urban shapes. Keeping the collection basic with very few unique embellishments is a wise way to play up the longevity of a Resort Collection, and to simplify the transition into another season.
Many of the 2011 Gucci Cruise Collection dresses “swallowed” the models, making look like the skinny little things they are. They don’t look too appealing on the Gucci models, but on a “normal” or otherwise curvy body type, these dresses would be bombshell-hot. Take for example the Gucci Dress in Saddlery Print below:
Gucci Dress Cruise 2011 Saddlery Print
Couldn’t you see someone with a great hourglass figure like Katherine Heigl or Kim Kardashian rock this Gucci Dress? But instead, it looks one of these skinny things is playing dress-up with something from mommy’s closet.
Gucci Cruise 2011 even takes a hint from mainstream urban hits like the Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag. See Gucci’s Madison Boston Handbag compared to Rebecca Minkoff’s below:
Gucci Bag Cruise 2011 "Madison"Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag
The second annual Eco Fashion Challenge award ceremony was held yesterday, November 9, 2010 by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Lexus automobiles.
Andrea Lim, Event Manager of Lexus (left) and Steven Kolb Executive Director of the CFDA (right)
Presented by Events Manager for Lexus, Andrea Lim and CFDA Executive Director Steven Kolb, the event was about improving Quality of Life, without sacrificing aesthetic and great design. Standing proud in her vintage dress, Lim also added a “shameless plug” about how Lexus single-handedly coined the term “Luxury Hybrid.”
According to the Press Release “To qualify as a finalist, each designer had to demonstrate a commitment to ecologically responsible design and production practices, with a minimum of 25% of their collection being produced in an environmentally friendly manner.”
Each finalist displayed a poster board with their work and was made of recycled materials
The CFDA board chose 3 designers out of the following contestants: Behnaz Sarafpour, Maria Cornejo, Monique Péan, Marcia Patmos, Organic by John Patrick, Costello Tagliapietra, Alabama Chanin, Libertine by Johnson Hartig, Subversive Jewelry by Justin Giunta, and Slow and Steady Wins the Race by Mary Ping.
Lexus CFDA Eco-Challenge Winners with CFDA Executive Director Steven Kolb (middle) and Lexus Event Manager Andrea Lim (far right)
Three finalists were awarded $25,000.00 each: Monique Phan (middle), Costello Tagliapietra (the pair in plaid who were previously spotted at Bazaar’s Book Launch last week), and Maria Conejo.
Marcia Patmos of M. Patmos and formerly Lutz & Patmos
Finalist Marcia Patmos of M. Patmos also spoke about her years of experience producing eco-friendly fashion pieces with Lutz & Patmos before branching off to her own line of identical ethics, M. Patmos, for Pre-spring 2011. Patmos commented, “It’s something I feel strongly about and it includes a lot of things from how a product it’s produced to responsibility, and even the packaging and marketing materials.”
This past weekend in NYC Vera Wang put Gossip Girl star Leighten Meester atop a fire escape in the heart of SoHo to shoot an advertisement for her new fragrance. Meester is reported to receive $3 Million for a 2 year contract with Vera Wang Fragrances.
Leighton Meester for Vera Wang's New Fragrance
A globally recognized Fashion designer and former Vogue Fashion Editor, Wang explained to Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) that Leighton’s “beauty, talent and spirit will inspire all the young women that I hope will enjoy this passionate, new young fragrance.”
Leighton Meester for Vera Wang
Filmed on a chilly Saturday afternoon, Meester wore a burgundy floor-length mermaid gown and wrapped herself in a black down coat to keep warm in between takes. Wang was on set in black leggings and boots, but quickly blended in with the crew as security rushed tourists and natives alike away from “hazardous” wires. The new Vera Wang Fragrance Advertisement was being shot by photographer Carter Smith.
Zac Posen, 2011 Resort Collection at Bloomingdale's
With his frail posture, guests would hardly notice Zac Posen if he wasn’t escorted into a crowd of fans, media, and shoppers at Bloomingdale’s 59th street. Displaying his Resort 2011 collection to the masses, Zac Posen’s presentation also brought attendees down to earth with a line of bags from lower-priced Z Spoke, all approximately $500. This comes from a line that charges $800 for a simplistic swan-detail knit cardigan while simultaneously releasing a collaboration with Target; the “frugalista” headquarters.
Z Spoke Handbag Collection by Zac Posen
Zac Posen’s appearance was surrounded by recent rumors that he would design Bella Swan’s dress for the next installment of Twilight, in addition to new CEO Susan Davidson running his company. Although he refused to disclose details of any upcoming or prospective projects, the success of Zac Posen’s designs are in question.
Zac Posen 2011 Resort Collection
According to Vogue UK, and other sources “Yucaipa, the company that owns Zac Posen, were becoming reportedly frustrated that the label wasn’t making enough return on its investment and decided on a new CEO to boost profits.” This is in spite of the fact that Zac Posen’s designs have been worn by such celebrities as Kim Kardashian, Natalie Portman, Rihanna, Kate Winslet, Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé Knowles and more. In addition, the diversity of his audience was also exemplified in the models posing in the Zac Posen Resort 2011 lookbook that was handed out that night.
Zac Posen Models
When asked if he considered himself a prodigy after such early successes of garnering awards and praise since the tender age of 16, he vehemently shook his head “No.” A coy smile, “I just started my career; its taken me 10 years to learn the retail side, and now I’m working on the rest.” Taking into consideration the diversification of price ranges he has already implemented, one wonders what else Zac Posen can do to improve the performance of his company.
Zac Posen with Models
The event was DJed by Leigh Lezark and the Misshapes.
Designers Tory Burch, Rachel Roy, Founder, Designer and CCO of WHIT Whitney Pozgay, as well as Editor-in-Chief Glenda Bailey attended the event, which was held on the fabulously decorated 4th floor of Saks Fifth Avenue .
Rachey Roy at Bazaar's Book Launch
Roy gave a rebellious touch to the mainstream event wearing electric blue chunky heels and a glittering silver dress almost masked by an off-white vintage duster-cardigan. She topped the eclectic outfit with smudged back eyeliner and red lips, resembling a rock star on the verge of waking.
Glenda Bailey of Harper's Bazaar Signing the New Book
While Roy wore her eccentricities, the woman who embodied the attitude was none other than Harper’s Bazaar Editor-in-Chief Glenda Bailey. Bailey took a more refined approach to the event with a chic LBD and rectangular gold jewelry reminiscent of Frank Ghery’s large metal slabs. As she signed the new book for party guests, excitement rushed from her bold red lips, and it felt like she possessed the energy of all guests in the room.
Harper's Bazaar Fashion: Your Guide to Personal Style
The book includes quotes from designers reiterating the philosophy that style cannot be learned and that an outfit is not complete until you make it your own. The book also showcases current style icons ranging from Rihanna to Julianne Moore, making it relevant to all ages, ethnicities and body types. The price of a fashion piece is also discussed briefly, informing the reader that the “it” bag of the moment can stay in a closet forever, so choose wisely no matter the price.
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