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From Frenzied To Fierce: Behind The Scenes With Christian Siriano
Friend-of-Jezebel Brad Walsh, whom we have hired in the past to photograph shows during Fashion Week, happens to have a very talented boyfriend: Christian Siriano, the winner of the fourth season of Project Runway — and the show's youngest winner. Twenty-two year-old Christian showed his Spring 2009 collection last week, and Brad was there, from beginning to end. He's put together some images (and words) for us. The dresses, the shoes, the hair, the drama — with no tickety-tack hot tranny mess, after the jump. More »

3:00 PM on Mon Sep 15 2008
By Dodai
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Some Designers Still Don't Feel Like Using Black Models
New York Fashion Week may be over, but a few media outlets have kept an eye on how many black models walked in the shows, much like we did last season. Diane von Furstenberg, president of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, sent a letter to designers, urging them to seek diversity when casting models. Reuters reports that though von Furstenberg used many black models on her runways — as did Tracy Reese and DKNY — there were still some labels for which only one — or no — black models were used. More »

12:30 PM on Mon Sep 15 2008
By Dodai
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Most discussed kelsium: The moral of the story here is that DVF is the shit. Okay, so that's not the moral. This is more »
Fashion Show: Badgley Mischka 20 years into their collaboration, Mark Badgley and James Mischka are still turning heads with their commitment to pure glam. While the current collection kept the voltage high, the gowns on parade skewed a bit lighter and rather less sparkly than in the past - albeit still with a serious emphasis on 1980s excess. The parade of impeccably-groomed models embodied flawless glitz and sported looks that made no bones about the jet-setting lifestyles of the clothing's intended audiences. It's good to see these red carpet fixtures (the gowns, not the guys) keeping the flame alive. Click on the image at left to see the gallery. MORE »

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Fashion Show: Donna Karan Donna Karan has made her name on a relaxed, sophisticated aesthetic that blends comfort with artistry. This signature collection was no exception, bringing us a parade of flowy, body-conscious pieces that scream rich bohemian in an an appealingly muted palette, with a few soft menswear-inspired pieces as a gentle nod to the current vogue in 8os power dressing. It's classic DK, but at the end of the day, that's probably what her customer wants! Click on the image at left to see the gallery. MORE »

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Inside The Tent At The Project Runway Fashion Show
Hey guys: We've got some random shots from inside the tents at the Project Runway fashion show this morning: See Leanne, Jerell, Blayne, Jay McCarroll, Suede and more. More »

6:00 PM on Fri Sep 12 2008
By Dodai
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Project Runway Fashion Show: Leanne
Twenty-seven year-old Leanne hails from Yuba City, California, although she was born and raised in Portland. She's a graduate of FIDM in San Francisco and calls her line "Leanimal." When she walked out onto the runway this morning at Bryant Park, it was clear that the crowd loved her: She received a warm round of applause; and people were clapping as her garments came down the catwalk, as well. Her collection — almost entirely in blue and cream — is really in a different league. It's structured, yet ethereal; dreamy, but defined; whimsical yet wearable. She toys with ideas and shapes and repeats themes but twists them so that each piece is completely different, fresh and new. And, in a word: Gorgeous. You know you want to see for yourself! The show starts after the jump. More »

5:00 PM on Fri Sep 12 2008
By Dodai
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Most discussed AbbyNormal: Comparing this to Suede's collection, it's like the Goofus and Gallant of fashion. more »

Fashion Show: Tadashi Shoji Japanese designer Tadashi Shoji has stated that his goal "is to design classic clothing with a democratic price point that woman can wear regardless of age, body type, or season." That's certainly refreshing, and from what you can see in the Spring collection, about half true! The line seemed split between sharp, architectural pieces crafted with origami-like precision, and softer, drapier evening wear that, while less intellectually engaging, is certainly the more wearable component, especially in the same palate of neutrals, with the occasional jolt of cobalt or puce. MORE »

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Project Runway Fashion Show: Korto
Originally from Liberia, Korto went to fashion school in Canada. But now she lives in Little Rock, Arkansas with her husband and daughter. This morning when she presented her collection at Bryant Park, she said she was inspired by nature, and there certainly were a lot of green dresses on the runway. But Korto's genius is in the details, and while you may not be able to tell in the pictures, she folded, pleated and twisted her rich fabrics in interesting ways to create a series of hot, tropical looks. Check it out: The show starts after the jump. More »

4:00 PM on Fri Sep 12 2008
By Dodai
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Most discussed peperony and chease: Korto's collection reminds me of an earthier version of Chloe's. Why is Bianca seemingly the most successful ANTM alum? I couldn't more »
Fashion Show: Zac Posen Is Zac Posen still considered a "wunderkind" at 27? I guess he is, given that after only six years in the spotlight he's one of the most celeb-beloved and established designers on the scene. Normally he's known for his tailoring, but this collection went in a different direction entirely. There was some definite weirdness - padding (which actually made the models look voluptuous), plastic, metal decoration - but some of the evening wear and the bombshell-ish animal prints were just completely glam. See if you don't flip over that sea green gown! Click on the pic at left to see the entire gallery. MORE »

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Project Runway Fashion Show: Kenley
Twenty-five year-old Kenley from Pompano Beach, Florida is the daughter of a tugboat captain and the youngest of three girls. This morning when presenting her collection at Bryant Park, Kenley said she was inspired by Alice In Wonderland and had designed her "dream wardrobe." She played with ruffles, feathers, color and volume — showing skirts both full and sleek. Quirky party dresses for girls who like to play dress-up! Judge for yourself: The show starts after the jump. More »

2:40 PM on Fri Sep 12 2008
By Dodai
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Most discussed ammre: I love fascinators. I want them to in super style asap, because I want to wear huge ones. more »