http://www.mail.com/subjects/170-fashion-design.html Mail.com - the best personalized free web-based Email en en http://sec-s.uicdn.com/mail.com/2.28/img/mailcom_logo_rss.png http://www.mail.com/subjects/170-fashion-design.html http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2086512-prince-harry-ends-us-visit-with-conn-polo-match.html GREENWICH, Conn. (AP) — Britain's Prince Harry helped lead a polo team to victory in a charity match before a society crowd Wednesday in Greenwich, wrapping up a weeklong visit to the United States in which he also toured areas devastated by Superstorm Sandy and avoided the kind of salacious headlines stirred by his last American tour. The prince scored a... Wed, 15 May 2013 21:45:03 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2086512-prince-harry-ends-us-visit-with-conn-polo-match.html 2013-05-15T21:45:03Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2085578-nicole-richie-candid-aol-web-series.html NEW YORK (AP) — As the Twitterverse expands with millions of users, it can be hard to have a unique voice. Nicole Richie doesn't have that problem. Some examples: "'It's 8:30am & I've already gotten into 5 fights' - thugs, and parents of toddlers." "This therapist is going to be GREAT for me once I stop lying to him." "I'm gonna dress up as an iPhone so m... Tue, 14 May 2013 20:20:40 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2085578-nicole-richie-candid-aol-web-series.html 2013-05-14T20:20:40Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2070888-kenya-co-turns-sandals-colorful-objects.html NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The colorful handmade giraffes, elephants and warthogs made in a Nairobi workshop were once only dirty pieces of rubber cruising the Indian Ocean's currents. Kenya's Ocean Sole sandal recycling company is cleaning the East African country's beaches of used, washed-up flip-flops and other sandals. About 45 workers in Nairobi make 100 ... Wed, 08 May 2013 15:35:24 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2070888-kenya-co-turns-sandals-colorful-objects.html 2013-05-08T15:35:24Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2071026-nyc-school-cancels-workshop-john-galliano.html NEW YORK (AP) — Parsons The New School of Design in New York City has canceled a four-day workshop by the controversial fashion designer John Galliano. Galliano was creative director at Christian Dior when he was fired in 2011 for an anti-Semitic rant. He's currently involved in a lawsuit against his former employer. The school said in a statement that hi... Wed, 08 May 2013 11:58:18 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2071026-nyc-school-cancels-workshop-john-galliano.html 2013-05-08T11:58:18Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2067374-stars-punk-edge-their-met-gala-outfits.html NEW YORK (AP) — Miley Cyrus, Anne Hathaway and Cameron Diaz were among the celebrities to embrace the punk theme at Monday night's Met gala, the fundraiser at the Metropolitan Museum of Art that's affectionately known as "the party of the year." But Beyonce, the event's honorary chairwoman, seemed the girl on fire on the red carpet that might rival the Oscars in celebrity wa... Tue, 07 May 2013 03:37:56 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2067374-stars-punk-edge-their-met-gala-outfits.html 2013-05-07T03:37:56Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2065194-norways-chess-superstar-cross-over-appeal.html STAVANGER, Norway (AP) — He does fashion shoots with Liv Tyler, enjoys soccer-style sponsorships deals and was recently named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people. Who is this superstar? The world's top-ranked chess player. With his trendy look and athletic physique, Norway's Magnus Carlsen has brought an injection of cool to the normally se... Mon, 06 May 2013 06:37:34 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2065194-norways-chess-superstar-cross-over-appeal.html 2013-05-06T06:37:34Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2036972-john-galliano-to-teach-master-class-parsons.html NEW YORK (AP) — John Galliano is continuing his path back to the fashion world with a planned stop at Parsons The New School of Design in New York City. The college said Monday that Galliano will teach a master class that will address the "challenges and complications" of leading a design house. Parsons said the spring workshop will give students the oppo... Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:49:45 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2036972-john-galliano-to-teach-master-class-parsons.html 2013-04-22T16:49:45Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2027262-lennys-rise-garage-to-brazils-bikini-queen.html RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Before she became Brazil's bikini queen, with an empire of chic boutiques and legions of VIP fans that include Hollywood A-listers and pop royalty, Lenny Niemeyer was locked away in her garage, making swimwear out of old pareos and sliced cow bones. Sitting before this perfectly coiffed blond businesswoman in a sun-lit corner office ... Thu, 18 Apr 2013 04:21:07 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2027262-lennys-rise-garage-to-brazils-bikini-queen.html 2013-04-18T04:21:07Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2021102-israeli-ban-galliano-dress-sparks-uproar.html JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel's national broadcast authority has banned the country's contestant in the upcoming Eurovision song contest from wearing a dress made by John Galliano, citing an anti-Semitic rant by the celebrity designer two years ago. There's only one problem: Galliano says he never offered to make the dress. Galliano's publicist, Liz Rosenberg, ... Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:49:38 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2021102-israeli-ban-galliano-dress-sparks-uproar.html 2013-04-15T18:49:38Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2020740-keha-aims-worst-dressed-list.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — While many stars arrived to the MTV Movie awards dressed to impress, Ke$ha had another goal in mind_topping the worst-dressed lists. The "Tik Tok" singer paired sheer, lace bell bottoms with a black fringe vest and severe makeup, including black lipstick. She described the look as "70's Manson child" on the red carpet before Sunday's show. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:53:56 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2020740-keha-aims-worst-dressed-list.html 2013-04-15T15:53:56Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2006174-its-hard-to-resist-sunny-lilly-lifestyle.html You can spot a Lilly lady from what seems like a mile away. She is wearing that rainbow of color, a cheeky print and, most likely, a smile on her face. What Lilly Pulitzer did for fashion is more a story about what she did for women: She made them happy. She made them laugh. She gave them a mini vacation. "Her clothe... Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:48:04 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2006174-its-hard-to-resist-sunny-lilly-lifestyle.html 2013-04-08T18:48:04Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2005868-koolhaas-unites-architecture-design-fashion.html MILAN (AP) — Shedding his "puritanical" attitude against architects designing objects, Rem Koolhaas has shifted scale to create 11 pieces of furniture for the U.S. industrial design house Knoll. The Dutch architect's creations, which premiered Monday ahead of Milan Design Week, include a dynamic counter — a stack of three horizontal beams that can be tran... Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:43:02 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2005868-koolhaas-unites-architecture-design-fashion.html 2013-04-08T17:43:02Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2003756-fashion-designer-lilly-pulitzer-dies-81.html MIAMI (AP) — Lilly Pulitzer hosted parties in her bare feet and wasn't afraid to get a little messy — just as long as she looked good and had fun, too. In the late 1950s, the Palm Beach socialite had time to spare and a wealthy husband who owned citrus groves, so she opened an orange juice stand just off the island's main shopping street. Pulitzer needed ... Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:18:23 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2003756-fashion-designer-lilly-pulitzer-dies-81.html 2013-04-08T01:18:23Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2001162-january-jones-fashion-criticism-makes-laugh.html BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — AMC's "Mad Men" drama may garner attention for bringing back '60s glamour, but January Jones, known for her daring red carpet looks, says she doesn't care what critics think of her personal style. "I think that fashion is an art," the 35-year-old actress, who has topped many best- and worst-dressed lists, said in a recent inte... Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:45:17 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2001162-january-jones-fashion-criticism-makes-laugh.html 2013-04-05T18:45:17Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1993260-lady-gagas-stylist-formichetti-leaves-mugler.html PARIS (AP) — The French fashion house Mugler says Lady Gaga's stylist Nicola Formichetti is leaving the company where he's been creative director since 2011. In a statement sent Tuesday to The Associated Press, Formichetti said, "I have had a great time working in Paris with Mugler over the last two years. It was a challenge to re-invigorate the house for... Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:36:51 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1993260-lady-gagas-stylist-formichetti-leaves-mugler.html 2013-04-02T18:36:51Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1977734-chinas-lady-sparks-homegrown-fashion-frenzy.html BEIJING (AP) — New Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan's choice of attire has sparked a flurry of excitement over an independent homegrown label, an unusual phenomenon in a country where political figures are more frumpy than fashionable and wives usually shy away from the spotlight. Images of Peng, 50, stepping off a plane arm-in-arm with her husband Presiden... Tue, 26 Mar 2013 01:42:47 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1977734-chinas-lady-sparks-homegrown-fashion-frenzy.html 2013-03-26T01:42:47Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1976262-grown-up-minnie-mouse-mature-lanvin-make-over.html CHESSY, France (AP) — Forever-young Minnie Mouse is growing up and moving on from her old red and white polka dots. Lanvin has designed the loveable Disney rodent a new dress — a more mature frock in royal blue and long sleeves that she can wear at special Paris events. It was unveiled at a catwalk show in Disneyland Paris on Saturday evening. ... Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:26:57 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1976262-grown-up-minnie-mouse-mature-lanvin-make-over.html 2013-03-24T11:26:57Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1972056-iraq-to-revive-cultural-life-to-heal-war-wounds.html BAGHDAD (AP) — Sewing machines buzz inside the Iraq Fashion House as dressmakers work late into the night behind concrete blast walls readying intricately embroidered costumes. Models rehearse for an upcoming show upstairs. The energetic atmosphere is in stark contrast to the nearby Iraqi National Museum, which remains closed to the public a decade after ... Fri, 22 Mar 2013 06:35:16 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1972056-iraq-to-revive-cultural-life-to-heal-war-wounds.html 2013-03-22T06:35:16Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1970064-beyonce-stars-hm-summer-ad-campaign.html NEW YORK (AP) — Beyonce, who seems to be everywhere as she prepares for her upcoming world tour, is going to be seen in even more places. The 31-year-old singer is featured in H&M's new ad campaign, announced by the retailer Thursday. Mrs. Carter, as she's called in the ads, is seen lounging on a beach wearing a sundress, short shorts, a bikini and other ... Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:19:01 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1970064-beyonce-stars-hm-summer-ad-campaign.html 2013-03-21T15:19:01Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1967376-londons-va-museum-celebrates-david-bowie.html LONDON (AP) — When did the modern era begin? With the Renaissance? With Elvis Presley? For a generation of music-loving Britons, it started on July 6, 1972, when David Bowie performed the song "Starman" on the TV show "Top of the Pops." Viewers had never seen anything like the androgynous orange-haired figure in a jumpsuit, singing about aliens while drap... Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:58:31 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1967376-londons-va-museum-celebrates-david-bowie.html 2013-03-20T15:58:31Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1954604-jennifer-garner-loves-pictures-bearded-affleck.html NEW YORK (AP) — Jennifer Garner tries not to look at reviews of the outfits she wears because, inevitably, someone isn't going to like it. "It's not good for my self-esteem," she said Wednesday while in New York to open the Neutrogena Sun Summit. The exception was after the Oscars last month. Garner's violet-colored, custom-made Gucci gown was a winner — ... Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:15:14 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1954604-jennifer-garner-loves-pictures-bearded-affleck.html 2013-03-14T15:15:14Z http://www.mail.com/news/world/1951158-rape-defendants-death-casts-shadow-model-jail.html NEW DELHI (AP) — India's Tihar Jail is a land of bakeries and carpentry shops, where inmates compete in music contests, take classes and perform intensive Buddhist meditation as part of their rehabilitation. Tihar Jail is crammed with people awaiting trial who sleep on concrete floors, face daily threats from other prisoners and are shaken down for bribes... Thu, 14 Mar 2013 01:03:48 GMT http://www.mail.com/news/world/1951158-rape-defendants-death-casts-shadow-model-jail.html 2013-03-14T01:03:48Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1953196-1-wang-to-cfda-award-2.html NEW YORK (AP) — Alexander Wang and Proenza Schouler are among the leading nominees for this year's Council of Fashion Designers of America awards, topping a list of many familiar names. CFDA president Diane von Furstenberg and CEO Steven Kolb announced Wednesday evening that Proenza's Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough, and Wang were in the running for ... Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:11:32 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1953196-1-wang-to-cfda-award-2.html 2013-03-14T00:11:32Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1951060-wintour-charged-with-conde-nast-creative-vision.html NEW YORK (AP) — Conde Nast is expanding the role of Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. She has been named the company's artistic director. The appointment was announced Wednesday by CEO Charles H. Townsend. Wintour's new duties include developing an overall "creative vision" for Conde Nast, which has a portfolio of 18 consumer magazines, including The Ne... Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:58:18 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1951060-wintour-charged-with-conde-nast-creative-vision.html 2013-03-13T12:58:18Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1939554-kelly-osbourne-recovering-fainting-e-set.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kelly Osbourne was hospitalized Thursday after fainting on the set of the E! network's "Fashion Police." A spokeswoman for Osbourne told the cable network that the 28-year-old TV personality was awake, alert and in stable condition. She will be staying at the hospital overnight for observation as a precautionary measure. No additional d... Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:28:56 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1939554-kelly-osbourne-recovering-fainting-e-set.html 2013-03-08T00:28:56Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1935930-inside-kate-moss-hotel-room-louis-vuitton.html PARIS (AP) — The classic Hollywood scene of a mysterious and glamorous woman leaving an anonymous hotel room inspired Louis Vuitton's ready-to-wear show, moving the house in a more sensual, feminine direction. A carpeted hotel corridor with a series of numbered doors was recreated inside the Louvre for the fall-winter 2013-14 show, to the sound of nostalg... Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:54:51 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1935930-inside-kate-moss-hotel-room-louis-vuitton.html 2013-03-06T16:54:51Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1935452-jean-paul-gaultier-exhibition-headed-to-london.html LONDON (AP) — Nautical sailor tops and Madonna's conical bra are coming to London next year in an exhibition of the work of fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier. "The Fashion World Of Jean Paul Gaultier" will open at the Barbican Centre in April 2014. It features more than 140 outfits by the cutting-edge French couturier, including the bra-and-corset costu... Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:07:58 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1935452-jean-paul-gaultier-exhibition-headed-to-london.html 2013-03-06T14:07:58Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1923606-lanvin-nina-ricci-balmain-ladylike-day-3.html PARIS (AP) — First it was Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo who played with men's clothing in the 1930s. Then came Yves Saint Laurent, who in the 60s made it fashionable for every woman with the masculinity of "Le Smoking." Ever since this time, menswear for women has been inescapable on the Paris catwalks — a sure sign of breaking taboos. But in Paris on ... Fri, 01 Mar 2013 02:20:35 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1923606-lanvin-nina-ricci-balmain-ladylike-day-3.html 2013-03-01T02:20:35Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1914900-milan-designers-propose-assertive-winter.html MILAN (AP) — Milan designers have proposed assertive and even aggressive looks for next year, as if to fill a power vacuum felt keenly in Italy in the face of political uncertainty and a resigning pope. The looks presented during six days of fashion previews that ended Monday were structured and solid, inspired by architecture and design and employing stu... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:43:29 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1914900-milan-designers-propose-assertive-winter.html 2013-02-25T20:43:29Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1912586-armani-dior-rack-up-fashion-wins-oscars.html Forget glamour girls Jessica Chastain versus Jennifer Lawrence. By the end of a long Oscars telecast, the only person who could have stolen the fashion conversation was first lady Michelle Obama — and she did. She presented the best picture award almost at the stroke of midnight Sunday via video stream in a silver Naeem Khan gown. It was the sort of Cinde... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 05:46:17 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1912586-armani-dior-rack-up-fashion-wins-oscars.html 2013-02-25T05:46:17Z