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Lanvin for H&M: The Full Collection
Lanvin for H&M: The Full-Length Fashion Video is Out
Lanvin x H&M Unveiled
Caption This: Sebastian Stan Goes Method in VMan
The Ulimate Military Anoraks (Because Quilted Parkas are Ugly)
Street Style: Cole Wears Free Clothes
Taylor Swift’s Perfume Doesn’t Have to Smell Bad: Celebrity Fragrances We Actually Like
Racked Dealfeed: Zachary’s Smile, Sephora, and More
Would You Rather? The Tavi Edition
Sang A Is Looking For An Intern!
Five Lessons Learned From Getting a Brazilian Blowout
Fashion News Roundup: Marie Claire Protest, Bloomies Designer Shopping Bags & Lucky Spruces Things Up

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 06:38 AM PDT

Happy Lanvin for H&M Day! American press previews the H&M for Lanvin collaboration later today, but the UK has already seen the hotly anticipated collection and Vogue.com UK posted the whole shebang. It’s every bit as good as you hoped it would be, so we’ve posted the the entire women’s line. The dresses–especially the floral prints and one-shoulders–voluminous short skirts, and pointy-toed heels (especially the red patent leather ones with the ribbons at the ankles)–are some of our favorites.

We expect sleeping bags for blocks around H&M’s across the US as November 23rd approaches. Will you be in line? What are you dying to get your hands on?

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Lanvin for H&M: The Full-Length Fashion Video is Out

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 05:40 AM PDT

Remember that tease of a fashion video for the Lanvin for H&M collaboration we got a few weeks ago, courtesy of a fashion blogger who won a contest? The one that showed a glimpse of Alber Ebaz as a young man, furiously sketching until he became his current age, interspersed with mysterious scenes of models as maids in a long hallway, models in black Lanvin x H&M dresses in some giant hotel? The full video is out now (thank you H&M marketing gods) and it’s delightfully quirky.

Lanvin x H&M Unveiled

Posted: 02 Nov 2010 04:28 AM PDT

This afternoon, we get to the see the Lanvin x H&M collection in the flesh at the Swedish retailer’s New York showroom. But until then, we’ll have to be content with these pictures from the Tokyo presentation. Our friends at Racked got their hands on several images. So far, things are looking good. We love you, Alber!

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Caption This: Sebastian Stan Goes Method in VMan

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 03:20 PM PDT

Formerly known as “Leighton Meester’s boyfriend who was on a few episodes of Gossip Girl,” Sebastian Stan is appearing in a ton of legit films this fall, including the Rodarte-swathed Black Swan. Do you like his stripped down look for the latest issue of VMan?

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The Ulimate Military Anoraks (Because Quilted Parkas are Ugly)

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 02:30 PM PDT

Last year, I bought a lovely and warm quilted parka from Uniqlo. And I only wore it once.

Why? Because it was ugly. Unless you’re someone like Sally Singer–who can pull off a floor length version with aplomb–or you’ve scored one of Norma Kamali‘s classic sleeping bag coats, quilted parkas are a bit hopeless. At least when it comes to looking “put together.”

Enter the military anorak. Guys have been wearing these pumped-up versions of your fall army jacket for seasons upon seasons, but this is the first year that I’ve found several warm styles for women.

I’m going with Relwen‘s version–it’s really, truly warm and won’t break the bank at $500. (Yves Salomon‘s version will, but it’s is an investment piece. As in, you’re investing in your health by keeping warm this winter!)

Click through for this season’s top anoraks.

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Street Style: Cole Wears Free Clothes

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 02:00 PM PDT

Name: Cole Mohr

Age: 12 1/2

What is your favorite drink? Vodka Whiskey

What were you for Halloween? Cole Mohr!

What are you wearing? Free clothes.

What is one item of clothing that you always wear? Jeans

If you were to get a tattoo right now, what would it be? The Confederate flag.

**All Photos By Ashley Jahncke

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Taylor Swift’s Perfume Doesn’t Have to Smell Bad: Celebrity Fragrances We Actually Like

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 01:00 PM PDT

Taylor Swift is following in the footsteps of pretty much every celebrity ever and launching her own fragrance. The wise-beyond-her-years (?) singer just inked a deal with Elizabeth Arden to develop her own unique scent, set to appear on shelves next fall.

I’m assuming the fragrance will be quite sophisticated, since Taylor likes dating older men and all….

Okay, not really. That was a joke. I’m expecting it to smell bad. Really, really bad. But let’s not give up hope just yet.

There are a few celebrity scents I actually like. (A snap poll of my friends–inside and outside of fashion–suggests that I may be the only person on earth willing to admit this.)

Celebrity fragrances that I not only can stomach, but wouldn’t mind wearing:

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Racked Dealfeed: Zachary’s Smile, Sephora, and More

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 12:30 PM PDT

Zachary’s Smile
Deal: An attic sale on vintage priced from $10 to $30, plus a $5 section and a Halloween section with nothing priced over $48. Vintage and costume jewelry range from $2 to $10; footwear and accessories $5 to $20.
When/Where: Saturday, October 23 to Sunday, November 7. Mon—Fri 1pm—8pm, Sat noon—8pm, Sun 8am—7pm. 303 Mulberry St between Bleecker and Houston Sts (no phone)

Mina: Albright Fashion Library Outlet
Deal: Up to 95% off eveningwear, ready-to-wear, and accessories in sizes 0-10. Sequined Dolce & Gabanna $590 (retail $3,600), Chloe gown $590 (retail $2,950), Chanel pumps $200 (retail $800)
When/Where: Saturday October 29 to Sunday, November 7. Daily 11am—8pm. 32A Cooper Square at E. 6th St (212-253-5894)

Sephora
Deal: Enter code FF2010 at checkout to save 20% on your order
Ends: November 3, 2010
When/Where: Online!

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Would You Rather? The Tavi Edition

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 12:00 PM PDT

This Halloween, Brad Goreski dressed up as blogger-extraordinaire Tavi Gevinson. So, which would you prefer? The replica, or the real thing?

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Sang A Is Looking For An Intern!

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 11:30 AM PDT

Soho-based handbag designer SANG A, which produces future-classic luxury with a dose of downtown edge, is seeking creative individuals to assist in new design development and more.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to train directly alongside the designer to see how new design ideas are developed.

Applicants will receive training in design development and production management.

Sewing experience on professional sewing machines and pattern-making skills a plus.

If interested, send resume and cover Letters to interns@sanga.com

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Five Lessons Learned From Getting a Brazilian Blowout

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 10:51 AM PDT

I have a confession: Last spring, I got a Brazilian blowout. You know, that keratin treatment that’s been making headlines for years regarding its formaldehyde content. I have incredibly thick, coarse, curly hair, which I’ve been relaxing/straightening/damaging for years. The keratin treatment is the first that actually made my hair feel healthier. (Well, formaldehyde is a preservative….)

All joking aside, I’m not endorsing any of these treatments. Before you get it done you should do as much research as you can, talk to as many medical professionals as you can, and weigh the risks. Whether or not I’m going to have the treatment done again is still up in the air. But I did learn several important lessons from trying it:

1. Sodium is bad for your hair. When I was in my teens, and in the depths of my Medusa-dom, there was a spam email floating around about how sodium lauryl sulfate was a terrible carcinogen. It said that you should throw everything away in your bathroom cabinet that contained anything with at least one of those words on the ingredient list. Unfortunately, pretty much every shampoo and conditioner on the market, as well as many hair products, contain some sort of sulfate.

You can’t use shampoos with sodium when you have the Brazilian blowout. And you know what? I never will again, regardless of whether that email spam was true. For people like me with naturally coarse, frizzy hair, sodium lauryl sulfate exacerbates the problem. The brazilian blowout only lasts for three months, but my hair is still more manageable than it was beforehand because I’m using gentler shampoos and conditioners. (However, I will still use dry shampoo, which I’m sure contains some sort of sulfate. That stuff is my crack.)

2. Traditional relaxers and Japanese straighteners are not worth it. My hair is very dry, but it was literally straw when I was using a traditional relaxer. Now that my hair is semi-touchable I’ll never go back to traditional treatments, even if that means letting it go natural.

3. I am so happy that I don’t dye my hair. My hair is very dark brown, with some light brown highlights that have emerged as a result of sun exposure. (My hair is also just getting lighter: I’ve noticed a couple of grays popping up.) I played with temporary dyes in middle school, but since then I’ve kept my hair dark brown. And I’m so happy about it. I can’t even imagine putting my hair through a coloring process every three months. I feel lucky that I am content with my natural color.

4. Researching beauty treatments is essential. Years ago, it seemed insane that people would actually stop using sulfate products in their hair. Now I’m a full-on believer that they’re harmful. It’s important to research a product or treatment thoroughly so that you can make the decision that’s right for you.

5. Flat irons suck. If I’m going to apply heat to my hair–which I probably do every four or five months, letting my hair air dry the rest of the time–it’s going to be via traditional blow dry rather than a flat iron. Not only is it horrible for your hair, the result doesn’t look as natural.

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Fashion News Roundup: Marie Claire Protest, Bloomies Designer Shopping Bags & Lucky Spruces Things Up

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 10:00 AM PDT

Henry Holland For Roxy: Nylon gives us an exclusive look at Henry Holland’s new winter collection for Roxy. Fit for girls who love to hit the slopes, there are scarves, gloves, and tees. {Nylon}

Marie Claire Protest: We’re sure you’ve heard about the whole Marie Claire/Maura Kelly debacle. Well, a protest against Marie Claire ensued out of the Hearst building and Racked was there to document the whole thing. {Racked}

Bloomies Wants You To Carry Your Purchases In Style: Bloomingdale’s is rolling out limited edition designer shopping bags. Tory Burch, Elie Tahari, Marc Jacobs, Zac Posen and Michael Kors have all been selected to design their own bags, which will hit the stores early next month. {WWD}

Andy Spade To Lucky: Lucky’s new editor, Brandon Holley, has hired Andy Spade to help spruce up Lucky’s image. Andy Spade is responsible for the noticeable transformation of J.Crew’s men selection, so hopefully he can also work his magic over at the glossy. {WWD}

Hermione Covers Vogue UK: Harry Potter star Emma Watson is pixie perfection on the cover of December British Vogue. {Telegraph UK}

Olivia Palermo’s Mango Ads: Olivia Palermo and her boyfriend pose in front of a plate of pasta for their Mango A/W 2010 ads. This scene looks like it could of quickly turn into a Crystal Renn shoot a la Vogue Paris. {Catwalk Queen}