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more about #isabeltoledo more comments → bowleserised: Isabel is also the German (and olde English) term for palomino, after Queen Isabella of Spain, who had a fancy for them. #isabel more » Snowbunny: Izzy Stevens is from a trailer park, worked as an underwear model, and has a daughter (which they haven't addressed since season 2 or something, you w... more » Snowbunny: Isabella's wouldn't double post, they know how to work the internet better. more » VirginiaDentata: Well, hell. I knew this would happen. Been dreading when you got to "I," but...sounds kinda spot-on, I'll begrudgingly admit. Growing up, I used to ... more » boricuaintexas: I named my 4 year-old daughter Isabel, in honor or my late and beloved grandmother, a wonderful human being. It's a beautiful name and it bothers me ... more » Tartan_Tart: I know two Isabelles: One is the adult daughter of the French teacher from my old HS, and she is kind of awkward, but has unlocked "Isabellness." Th... more » portia_sue: I love the name Isabella. It was my great-grandmother's name, and I always wanted to name my daughter after her. The fact that it is so popular righ... more » Understater: My favorite Isabelle: #isabel more » EarlyGrey: My favorite incarnation is Isobel. It's got the sophistication without the girly girl prettiness. #isabel more » Crackers in Bed: the only Isabel i currently know is german, and she definitely fits the profile: tough, no-nonsense and stern but unwaveringly feminine. though in hi... more » Crackers in Bed: i really really really hope you do my name when you get to M! alas, i'm sure you'll pick something more popular like Melissa or Margaret :( #isabel more » curiousgeorgiana: God, Jezebel, please don't ever do my name. I'm not ready for the truth. #isabel more » Etoiles: When I was little (early and mid 1980s), I was absolutely convinced that when I grew up I was going to name my daughters Isabelle, Adrienne, and / or ... more » amoureuse est heureuse: I think that Isabella Marie Swan ruined the name for generations to come. #isabel more » lilbobbytables: I have never met an Isabel, and it was on the short list of future childtables names, but perhaps I shall strike it. After all, if future childtables... more » -
#thenamegame
I Is For Isabel, Who's Snooty, But Earns It
Isabel is a name fit for a queen — and she expects to be treated like one.
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#ragtrade
Stella Loves Critters; Diane Von Furstenberg Is A Swinger
- Stella McCartney's fall ad campaign makes a Bambijoke out of all that nature imagery that suddenly became hip over the past few years. For everyone who's ever considered an ironic taxidermy at a bar and concluded, "Why?" [WWD]
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#ragtrade
Kylie Checks Out Couture; Marc Jacobs' West Village Death Grip Tightens
- Kylie Minogue was in Jean Paul Gaultier's front row yesterday because she's looking for outfits for her American tour, which kicks off in October. Might we suggest this? [Elle UK]
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#fashionvictims
Bow Down: Michelle Obama Inaugural Outfit Hits The Streets
Michelle Obama's inauguration outfit is on display for the first time! Obviously, we had to go see it.
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#ragtrade
Supermodel Applauds Size Zero Stance; Jimmy Choo For H&M Announced!
- Helena Christensen is one of the many hailing British Vogue's Alexandra Shulman. "Obviously I am of the same belief," said the supermodel photographer. "Aren't we in a business that is supposed to explore all kinds of shapes and silhouettes?" [WWD]
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#ragtrade
Brüno Takes The Cover, Takes Aim; Isabel Toledo To Dress Bo Obama?
- British Marie Claire cover star Brüno gave the magazine a scintillating interview. On Naomi Campbell,: "She's amazing — twenty years in ze business und all ze pressure und fame hasn't changed her a bit — she's remained a total bitch."
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#ragtrade
Victoria Beckham Is A Birkin Addict; Michelle Wears Mizrahi, Alaïa
- Victoria Beckham reportedly owns 100 Birkins, with a $2 million value. Although Posh's penchant for the carryalls isn't in question, we do nonetheless note this story has two pictures of her holding Kellys. [Daily Mail]
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#ragtrade
Vogue Readers Don't Get The Bag; Filene's Basement On The Block
- Vogue subscribers are lured with a free-gift gimmick that looks...different when it comes in the mail. Of course, subscribing to Vogue is basically scheduling disappointment monthly, but the bait-and-switch is not normally so overt. [NYPost]
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#ragtrade
New Beckham/Armani Briefs Advertisement Debuts
- Before we tackle today's inevitable layoffs, liquidations and bankruptcies, look at David Beckham. Look at semi-naked David Beckham. In his very important new Emporio Armani ad. Why, good morning to you, Dave. [People]
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#ragtrade
Anna Wintour Is Not Unfavorably Disposed To Change And Hope
- Two days after the fact, Vogue's Anna Wintour has come up with two paragraphs on Michelle Obama's inaugural style. She approves. [Vogue.com]
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#ragtrade
Ms. Obama: Oh, This Old Thing?
- Michelle Obama wore Tracy Feith yesterday. She has yet to warn any designer what she's wearing — which is kind of awesomely normal. It must be the best surprise one could get. [WWD]
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#clips
Chosen Designers "Awestruck" By Michelle Obama On Inauguration Day
Jason Wu, who designed Michelle Obama's Inauguration gown, and Isabel Toledo, who created the yellow Inaugural dress, were both on the Today show this morning. Seeing his creation on the First Lady, Wu was "awestruck." More » -
#ragtrade
The Case Of Aretha's Pillbox, And All Other Things Sarto-Inaugural
- Good morning! Obama is president, did you hear? The hat Aretha Franklin wore to sing "My Country, Tis Of Thee" was hand-molded and embellished with Swarovski crystals by Detroit milliner Luke Song. [WWD]
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#michelleobama
Golden Girl
What did you think of Michelle Obama's yellow brocade Isabel Toledo? The Wapo's Robin Givhan, on NBC, called the Cuban-born Toledo, one of the few remaining true indies, "a designer's designer." A good thing? -
#michelleobama
Breaking
This just in: for the swearing-in, Michelle will be sporting Isabel Toledo (maybe seen at left). Obama's office will not reveal further details, but we haven't long to wait! [WWD] -
#tastemakers
"For Whom Do Women Dress?"
Anne Hathaway says, “Most women dress for their most fashionable friend.” Do we?
