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05/18/2012 10:08 PM
London 2012: Shoppers guide to the Olympic city

Shoppers walk along Oxford Street in London.Fashion fans heading to London during the upcoming Olympic Games will be spoiled for choice when it comes to indulging in their favorite pastime. Check out Relaxnews's guide to the best places to shop in the UK capital, from pop-up shops to luxury department stores.



05/18/2012 10:08 PM
Luxe stationery: Louis Vuitton to ‘pump up' writing category

Models on the runway at the Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2012 showDespite its increasing innovations in the online arena, Louis Vuitton hasn't forgotten the art of letter writing, with reports that the French luxury house is planning to expand its stationery offerings with more "paper goods and related paraphernalia."



05/18/2012 09:39 PM
Fashion agenda: Fashion Rio, 20th Vienna Life Ball

Karolina Kurkova is set to appear at the 20th Vienna Life Ball.As the glitz continues at the Cannes Film Festival, other glamorous events taking place across the globe include Brazil's Fashion Rio event and the 20th Vienna Life Ball, which will feature a special anniversary fashion show presenting some of the most extravagant Life Ball designs of years gone by. Read about this and other important upcoming fashion events here.



05/18/2012 09:03 PM
Dolce & Gabbana releases its video campaign with Bianca Balti

Bianca Balti in a 1950s look for Dolce & Gabbana's new eyewear campaignAfter releasing some teaser photos in February, Dolce & Gabbana has now unveiled the advertising film for its new line of eyewear -- frames and sunglasses. Directed by Luca Finotti and photographed by Giampaolo Sgura, this new campaign features Italian model Bianca Balti, who appears in a retro look with strong 1950s influences.



05/18/2012 04:12 AM
Gap raises profit outlook, shares rise

A woman walks past the Gap flagship store in San Francisco(Reuters) - Gap Inc raised its yearly profit forecast, prompted by first-quarter earnings that topped Wall Street estimates and rising sales, and its shares rose 8 percent after hours. For the full year, Gap estimated earnings of $1.78 to $1.83 a share, above the $1.75 to $1.80 it forecast in February. "It's important to remain measured in our outlook given that our biggest selling seasons are still ahead of us," said Chief Financial Officer Sabrina Simmons. Given the first quarter beat, "the current forecast does appear to be conservative," said Betty Chen, an analyst with Wedbush Securities. ...



05/18/2012 12:54 AM
Howcast, How-To Video Site, Relaunches and Has Billion Views

Howcast, How-To Video Site, Relaunches and Has Billion ViewsRedesigned Howcast Site Offer Comprehensive How-To Videos.



05/17/2012 05:51 PM
Best dress? Eva Longoria or Diane Kruger: Twitter highlights from Cannes

The opening ceremony of the 65th Cannes film festival on May 16, 2012 in Cannes.Following the opening of the 65th Cannes Film Festival Twitter users are buzzing about the dresses from the red carpet and lavishing praise on Diane Kruger who 'wowed again' and Eva Longoria; a selection of comments can be found below in this latest in a series of articles from Relaxnews examining social media reaction to the Cannes Film Festival.



05/16/2012 10:25 PM
Pamela Love and Fashion.me site among ‘most creative' winners

Website fashion.meJewelry designer Pamela Love features in US magazine Fast Company's annual ranking of the "100 Most Creative People in Business," which also honors sites including Fashion.me and Moda Operandi.



05/16/2012 08:51 PM
The fashionista's guide to the Olympics: city puts style in the limelight for 2012

British designer Sir Paul SmithWhile athletics fever may be in the air, fashion fans descending on the UK capital for the Olympic Games July 27 - August 12 haven't been forgotten about. Find out about how designers including Paul Smith and Matthew Williamson are getting involved here.



05/16/2012 08:42 PM
Support your country in style: Conran Shop launch flag scarves ahead of Olympics

Flag scarves by The Conran ShopFor fashionistas looking to support their country with panache during the upcoming Olympic Games, international contemporary design store The Conran Shop has launched a collection of flag scarves available in the Stars and Stripes, Union Jack, French Tricolor and the Japanese Hinomaru.



05/18/2012 09:03 PM
Dolce & Gabbana releases its video campaign with Bianca Balti

Bianca Balti in a 1950s look for Dolce & Gabbana's new eyewear campaignAfter releasing some teaser photos in February, Dolce & Gabbana has now unveiled the advertising film for its new line of eyewear -- frames and sunglasses. Directed by Luca Finotti and photographed by Giampaolo Sgura, this new campaign features Italian model Bianca Balti, who appears in a retro look with strong 1950s influences.



05/16/2012 08:51 PM
The fashionista's guide to the Olympics: city puts style in the limelight for 2012

British designer Sir Paul SmithWhile athletics fever may be in the air, fashion fans descending on the UK capital for the Olympic Games July 27 - August 12 haven't been forgotten about. Find out about how designers including Paul Smith and Matthew Williamson are getting involved here.



05/09/2012 03:49 PM
Jimmy Choo launches street style blog

Caroline Issa photographed by Eddie NewtonJimmy Choo has teamed up with top fashion photographer Eddie Newton to launch new site Choo 24:7 Stylemakers, where both amateur snappers and professionals can upload their street style pictures.



05/09/2012 02:40 AM
NYC judge approves child support deal for supermodel Linda Evangelista, French billionaire
NEW YORK, N.Y. - A New York City judge has approved a child support settlement between supermodel Linda Evangelista and a billionaire French businessman.
05/08/2012 01:48 AM
Supermodel, billionaire settle child-support dispute

Model Linda Evangelista leaves Manhattan Family Court after facing her former beau Francois Henri-Pinault in New YorkNEW YORK (Reuters) - Canadian supermodel Linda Evangelista and French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault reached a child-support settlement on Monday following two days of tense, often personal court testimony last week in Manhattan. Lawyers for both parties declined to disclose the settlement. A lawyer for Evangelista called media reports that she sought $46,000 a month as a misunderstanding, but acknowledged she was seeking a "substantial" sum to raise their 5-year-old son. Both parties agreed to return to court on Tuesday to finalize the agreement. ...



05/07/2012 11:08 PM
Supermodel Bar Refaeli Stars in Israeli Spy Movie

Supermodel Bar Refaeli Stars in Israeli Spy Movie'Kidon' Based on Alleged Mossad Hit in Dubai



05/07/2012 10:46 PM
With help from supermodel, Israeli spy film reimagines killing of Hamas operative in Dubai
and in fact much of it was caught on camera. Now an Israeli movie plays it as a spy caper, complete with a sly seductress played by Israeli supermodel Bar Refaeli.
05/05/2012 03:08 AM
Supermodel Linda Evangelista, French Tycoon Duke it Out Over Child Support

Supermodel Linda Evangelista, French Tycoon Duke it Out Over Child SupportBy Carlos Boettcher and Candace Smith In the second day of the battle of the malcontent millionaires, Linda Evangelista, 46, duked it out, litigation-style, with her former lover Francois Pinault, 49, on Friday over how much money she would receive in monthly expenses for their...



05/05/2012 03:08 AM
Supermodel Linda Evangelista, French Millionaire Duke it Out Over Child Support
By Carlos Boettcher and Candace Smith In the second day of the battle of the malcontent millionaires, Linda Evangelista, 46, duked it out, litigation-style, with her former lover Francois Pinault, 49, on Friday over how much money she would receive in monthly expenses for their...
05/05/2012 02:46 AM
Fashion Designer Launches Platform for Crowdsourced Design
The Spark of Genius Series highlights a unique feature of startups and is made possible by Microsoft BizSpark. If you would like to have your startup considered for inclusion, please see the details here.
05/04/2012 10:39 PM
Supermodel Evangelista: French billionaire wanted abortion

Model Linda Evangelista leaves Manhattan Family Court after facing her former beau Francois Henri-Pinault in New YorkNEW YORK (Reuters) - When supermodel Linda Evangelista told French billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault in 2006 she was pregnant with his child, he asked her to get an abortion, her attorney charged Thursday on the first day of a child-support trial in Manhattan. Pinault, 49, who is currently married to actress Salma Hayek, denied that charge but testified he told Evangelista that "if she were to have a child (they) might not have a relationship." With that a four-month relationship, in which he said the couple only actually saw each other seven days, came to an end. ...



05/04/2012 09:33 PM
The Fashion Industry Suddenly Acknowledges Its Anorexia Problem
For decades way-too-thin models have been en vogue and in Vogue as our culture's representations of beauty, but just now, for some reasons related to the Internet, we're suddenly seeing the fashion industry respond.  
05/04/2012 06:54 PM
Apps agenda: Death Cab for Cutie tour, Louis Vuitton Marc Jacobs exhibition, CTIA

The official A roundup of the essential apps needed for keeping up-to-date with major events in art, music and more for May 7 - 13.  



05/03/2012 01:43 PM
Twitter index: Fashion icon Anna Dello Russo to design accessory range for H&M

Anna Dello Russo holding items from her new accessories range for H&MVogue Japan editor-at-large and Fashion Director Anna Dello Russo has teamed up with Swedish high street clothing brand H&M to create an “unabashedly glamorous, precious and playful” range of fashion accessories.



04/25/2012 07:42 PM
Singapore railway station gets new life as fashion runway

A model presents a creation from the RED Valentino Spring/Summer 2012 collection during a fashion show in SingaporeSINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's historic Tanjong Pagar Railway Station was bathed in revolving shades of orange, pink and purple lights on Wednesday evening. Less than a year after it ended life as an active train station, models sashayed down a makeshift runway to show the latest clothing from Italian fashion house Valentino and show off one of Singapore's architectural gems. ...



04/25/2012 02:21 AM
Pregnant Supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio Strips for Diamond Ad
It turns out even when pregnant all a supermodel needs is a few well placed jewels. In a new ad for the Vivaria jewelry line, Victoria’s Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio traded in push-up bras for diamonds. Ambrosio, who is visibly pregnant with her second child,...
04/23/2012 09:49 PM
Australia agenda: Fashion Week Australia

The homepage of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week AustraliaSydney is gearing up for the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, where leading Australian designers will debut their Spring/Summer 2012/13 collections in front of a star-studded crowd of celebrities and fashion industry heavyweights.



04/20/2012 10:23 PM
Latest Olympics fashion: Ralph Lauren unveils closing ceremony attire for Team USA

Sketches of the women's Team USA Olympics closing ceremony outfits by Ralph LaurenThe London 2012 Olympics keep getting more and more stylish, with Ralph Lauren this week unveiling an almost all-white collection of elegant closing ceremony garb for the US team.



04/19/2012 07:31 PM
Fashion agenda: Hyères International Fashion and Photography Festival, Fashion Week Australia

Designs by Kim Choong-Wilkins, who is in the running for a prize at Hyères 2012Before jetting Down Under for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, fashionistas will be heading towards the south of France next week to see which of the rising designers nominated in the fashion category at the Hyères International Fashion and Photography Festival follow in the footsteps of past prize winners Viktor & Rolf. Read about this and other upcoming fashion events here.



04/17/2012 11:04 PM
Shanghai Fashion Week gives the world a look at creativity, China-style

Shanghai Fashion Week gives the world a look at creativity, China-styleThe fashion world has had its eyes fixed firmly on Shanghai over the past week, hoping to catch a glimpse of what China’s most creative minds picture the world wearing over the next 12 months.



04/17/2012 11:03 PM
Chinese labels steal show at Shanghai Fashion Week

Chinese labels steal show at Shanghai Fashion WeekFashion Week (http://www.shanghaifashionweek.com) drew to a close Tuesday after 40 shows, countless parties and a dazzling array of designs that showed off the country’s own emerging talents.



04/16/2012 10:26 PM
Once a supermodel, always a supermodel: 90s supers still riding high

Claudia Schiffer in the latest Guess campaignThis week Chanel unveiled its Spring/Summer 2012 Eyewear campaign starring Linda Evangelista, Claudia Schiffer showed her age-defying looks in the Guess 30th anniversary shots and not a day goes by without a campaign release starring Kate Moss. A renaissance of the 1990s supermodel is undoubtedly in full swing, but what about the names we’ve stopped seeing splashed across the pages of our monthly glossies?



04/12/2012 10:23 PM
Jimmy Choo selects Pruitt for arty collab

Artist Rob Pruitt and The Andy MonumentAnother collaboration between the art and fashion world has been announced, with Jimmy Choo revealing a team-up with contemporary artist Rob Pruitt for a capsule collection of shoes, handbags and leather goods.



04/09/2012 11:22 PM
Christian Dior names Belgian Raf Simons as artistic director, replacing John Galliano
PARIS - Christian Dior has named Belgian designer Raf Simons as its new artistic director, and says he'll present his first show for the renowned fashion house in Paris in July.
04/05/2012 07:56 PM
Fashion agenda: Shanghai Fashion Week, Design Museum Awards

British label PPQ will be among the designers showing at Shanghai Fashion Week.France's Agnès b. and Britain's PPQ are just some of the labels set to showcase their Fall/Winter 2012 collections at the upcoming Shanghai Fashion Week, which will also welcome back regular homegrown talent including Helen Lee. Meanwhile, design talent of the future will be discovered at the Hyères International Fashion and Photography Festival later on in the month, where Chloé will introduce a new award, the Chloé Prize, to a designer who best captures the philosophy of the French fashion house. Read about this and other important upcoming fashion events here.



04/03/2012 09:21 PM
Marc Jacobs cosmetics line in the works

A model showcases creations by Marc Jacobs during the New York Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2012 showWhile his latest fragrance Marc Jacobs Dot is set for release this spring, the US designer and Louis Vuitton creative director is the latest designer to announce he is branching into the realm of color cosmetics.



03/26/2012 08:55 PM
Ralph Lauren outfits USA Olympic team

Ralph Lauren AthletesAmerican fashion designer Ralph Lauren will be the official outfitter of the US Olympic and Paralympic Teams for London 2012, designing the opening and closing ceremony parade uniforms.



03/24/2012 07:53 PM
Kimono with attitude at Japan Fashion Week

The traditional kimono is inspiration for contemporary fashion designers.The traditionally modest and freedom-inhibiting kimono is getting a new lease on life at Japan Fashion Week, with an edge of defiance and seductiveness.



03/23/2012 10:40 PM
Yves Saint Laurent retrospective at Denver Art Museum spans 40 years of designer's career
DENVER - Paris. New York. Denver?
03/23/2012 09:55 PM
Yves Saint Laurent retrospective comes to Denver

Curator Florence Muller walks past an exhibit sign during a preview of Paris. New York. Denver?



Chinese Fashion Dresses Bring The Freshness To Your Life

Looking good and staying beautiful is the desire of every lady. She wants to look different and more beautiful than other women and want to become prominent wherever she goes. It is a part of the female nature that they want everyone to notice them and want that every person should keep their eyes on them only. Due to this, they wear amazing looking dresses that are surely eye catching and worth seeing. The Chinese fashion dresses are gaining more popularity and acceptance due to their vibrant and amazing looking colors and styles. They are really loved by the women of all ages and especially for those who want to stand out and want to look different from others, the Chinese fashion dresses are the perfect choice for them.

These dresses have a look and charm of their own which is not achieved by the dresses of any other country. The Chinese fashion dresses are such that allows you maximum liberty and are intended to expose your body parts. They are quite traditional and are made by considering the nature of the Chinese people. The Chinese fashion dresses have a great look and appeal which makes them completely different from other fashion industries. You can surely have a great impression on the minds of other people with the help of your Chinese fashion dresses.

These dresses are for those people who are truly lively and enthusiast about life. They want to show off their great inner self by the language of sharp and vibrant colors and bring colors in their life. The Chinese fashion dresses have put great focus on red color as it is considered to be the color of love and great affection. With the help of these dresses, not only you can show off your loving nature but also can show the fun part of your personality. It is the color of these dresses that keep you fresh and lively. You would never feel bored or dull when you will be wearing the Chinese fashion dresses.

Cheongsam is the most popular and famous of all the Chinese fashion dresses. It is a long and body hugging one piece dress which is especially designed for the Shanghai women. These women feel really comfortable and relaxed by wearing this kind of dress. This is usually available in many different bright and sharp colors. The kind of comfort level you can have with this type of dress can not be obtained with the dresses of any other sort.

Most of the Chinese women like to wear the mandarin gown, which keeps them very comfortable as they do not have to worry about wearing many different things. These gowns are a symbol of their great modesty as well as honor. The Chinese fashion dresses are famous in many different places such as Thailand, Singapore, Japan and in many other countries. These dresses have a look and feel of their own, which is very different and unique from the dresses of other fashion worlds. These dresses have a great look and their making also includes the passion, liveliness and brightness in it. The Chinese fashion dresses should be a part of your wardrobe too if you are planning a visit to China, in order to show off your great personality as well as sense of style.

Indian Fashion Dresses Are Capturing The Fashion Market Of The World

The Indian fashion dresses are very famous in many different countries of the world. People like to wear these dresses due to their great and appealing colors as well as due to their unique and stylish looks. The Indian fashion dresses have gained more popularity due to the media of India, which has helped a lot in promoting their dresses. These dresses can be worn in many different occasions and especially events and people like to compare them with the popular Indian actors or actresses etc. The Indian fashion dresses varies from one part of India to another one. It also varies from city to city and people like to wear the kind of dresses in which they are comfortable. The fashion industry of India has great variety and you can easily find many different kinds of dresses in this industry. The Indian fashion dresses are available in many parts of the world and you can get the brightness and colors to your life with the help of wearing these dresses.

The Indian fashion dresses are designed in such a way that they would give a totally different look. There is a great variety of the dresses available in the Indian fashion industry. You can find the right dress for yourself for any event or occasion. The sari holds a central place in the fashion industry of India. These are worn by women of all ages. They are a way to show off the great Indian tradition and love for the culture. They had been a part of the Indian fashion since ages and are still loved. Although, many changes have brought in these dresses according to the needs and requirements of the people yet they are a part of everyones wardrobe. No matter how rich or fashionable you are, the sari is a must in Indian fashion dresses. The Bollywood sarees have also gained a lot of fame and the girls like to wear this kind of saris too. The Indian fashion dresses give you a totally different look and personality. You would be able to be the center of attention and every eye would be chasing and following you as you move across the party.

The western looking dresses are also a part of the Indian fashion dresses. These dresses can be worn anywhere and do not make you very formal or reserved. The Indian fashion industry is becoming more popular and famous in the whole world. People like to look beautiful and attractive by wearing the dresses available in the Indian fashion industry. These dresses have combined many different factors together such as they bring you the colors, vibe and style at the same time. You can be the most prominent and noticeable figure just by wearing the Indian fashion dresses. The main purpose of these dresses is to catch the attention of everyone. People would not be able to take their eyes off your dresses. This would be due to the great colors and unique styles of the Indian dresses. These dresses include the most western looking, hip hop, party dresses at one end while at the other; they include totally eastern looking sarees and salwar kameez. The Indian fashion dresses have a great variety and range that is why they are loved by the people of every part of the world.

Singapore Fashion Dresses For Stylish And Smart People

Dressing has been one major issue for most of the women. They like to look young and beautiful all the time and want to be noticed wherever they go. It is only possible for them to gain the attention of every eye with the help of wearing great and stylish looking dresses. The Singapore fashion dresses are one of a kind which are really eye catching and attractive. If you want someone to notice you and pay attention on you then the Singapore fashion dresses are a must for your wardrobe. You would be bringing a whole new look and style for yourself if you purchase these great looking dresses. There is a great range and variety of the dresses which is available in the Singapore fashion industry. You would be able to become the center of attention of any gathering with the help of your Singapore fashion dresses.

Singapore is a place where there are many different cultures and religions. People belonging to different beliefs are a part of this country and so is the case with their fashion dresses. There are many different shopping places for the Singapore fashion dresses and casual outlets in Singapore that have a wide range of the dresses in them. These dresses depict the great nature and style of the people of this country. When you will wear this kind of dresses, you would be able to get the attention of every person. If you wish to impress others and want every eye to follow then the Singapore fashion dresses can surely help you out. The traditional dress of this country can be the traditional attires which are suitable for people of every race as well as generation. They are available in many different colors and styles.

The people who are residing in this country are greatly influenced by the traditions and cultures of China and many other countries that are near it. The Chinese culture has greatly influenced the Singapore fashion industry. The traditional dress of China is the Cheongsam, which is a long gown available in many different vibrant and attractive colors and designs. The Singapore fashion dresses have a great range and you would be able to have great outlook and appearance with the help of these dresses.

The kind of look and appearance you can have with the Singapore fashion dresses is not achieved by the dresses of any other country. This is a great country which combines the fashionable and stylish looking dresses of many different parts of the world. When you are on the search of those dresses that would make you stand out in a gathering of people and would want to have a great impression in the minds of the people then Singapore fashion dresses can make your wish come true. You can show off your great personality and great taste in style and fashion by wearing this kind of dresses. The Singapore fashion dresses are very comfortable and relaxing and you can wear them easily for longer hours without any problem. You would be able to show your great style and dress sense as the colors of the Singapore fashion dresses are usually bright in order to depict your great personality and inner self. You would be known as a lively and enthusiastic person just by wearing this kind of dresses. These dresses have a charm and charisma of their own which is not possible with any other dresses.

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