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Paris Fashion Week: Celine Spring 2010

coutorture — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:34:03 -0700

Paris 10/05/09. Getty Images

Fashion In 50 Seconds 07/06/09 Couture Week Kicks off & More...

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:27:46 -0700

Couture week kicks off in Paris.

Celine closes its only store in London but remains tight-lipped about it.

Daria Werbowy wishes she didn't have to do interviews.

Couture rides the economic storm.

Former PETA model Naomi Campbell stars in fur designer Dennis Basso's Fall ad campaign.

Céline Cruise 2010

coutorture — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:39:58 -0700

For her first collection with Céline, Pheobe Philo focused on investment pieces. Nude, black and gray were key shades in the range making the pieces appear easily mix and matchable. In terms of silhouette Philo played with clean sportswear looks, demonstrating a more sober, sophisticated style than the girlish, bohemian look of Chloe. Check out a few of our favorite looks in the gallery below.

coutorture — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:41:34 -0700

Celine Fall 2009 Look Book Boasts No Philo, But Still Kind Of Awesome

When word spread that Pheobe Philo wouldn't design Celine's Fall 2009 collection, the fashion world was disappointed. Surprisingly the collection, designed by a team of staff members at Celine, has more than made up for the initial let-down. Oversized ponchos, cropped trousers and jolts of monochrome red are proving to be plenty of fashion eye candy to tide us over. That said, we don't think it's crazy to assume that Philo might have glanced at a Fall 09 sketch or two, making sure the designs set the stage for her break-out collections. Either way, we think Fall 2009 sets a fine stage for Celine's anticipated mid-season and Spring 2010 offerings. Click on the title link above to check out Refinery 29's feature on the collection and more images from the look book.

Fashion In 50 Seconds 03/13/09 American Apparel Scores A Loan & More

coutorture — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:06:42 -0700

American Apparel got an 80 million dollar loan at midnight last night that saved the company from filing Chapter 11...

New York shoppers are caling the Adam Lippes sample sale the best of the season---which says a lot.

Pheobe Philo's first collection for Celine will not be Spring 2010, but Resort 2010.

Suzy Menkes loved Jacob's Louis Vuitton collection as much as anyone, but she slipped in a critical note about the hemlines.

Quote Of The Day: Pheobe Philo Discusses Her Plans For Celine

coutorture — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:18:56 -0800

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From a design point of view, it’s very considered, and when it’s merchandised and styled, I hope it’s accessible. I want to make the experience of buying and wearing clothes an easy experience. There’s a soberness to it, and a classicism to it. I hope the pieces will be relevant for a while to come.

”"Back In The Game: Philo Returns" WWD

Fall 2009 Fashion Week Updates: Celine Up In The Air & More

coutorture — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 12:43:02 -0800

The first full week after the holidays has proven to be quite interesting, today more Fall 09 Fashion Week news unfolds...

Yesterday, it was announced that Peter Som had split from his backers at Creative Design Studio. Today we discover that Som will still produce his Fall 09 collection although it will not be shown during New York Fashion Week.

The following designers are slated to show in the tents at Bryant Park this season; Adam by Adam Lippes, Monarchy, William Rast, Barbie, George Chakra, Tommy Hilfiger, Yigal Azrouel, Brian Reyes, and J. Mendel are among the fifty-odd designers on the official Bryant Park schedule.

The highly-anticipated Celine Fall 09 collection in which Pheobe Philo was thought to make her debut as Creative Director of the brand is now in question. Rumors circulate that Philo is clashing with new management prompting representatives at Celine to comment, "Pheobe's debut show will be in October".

Thirteen of Japan's most prominent up-and-coming designers will show in New York on January 27th. Normally, one might worry that everyone will be in Paris for the couture shows--but, as we know, that shouldn't be a problem this season.

A Change Of Hands: A Recap Of Brands Under New Leadership This Season

coutorture — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:02:29 -0800

One of the more exciting things to watch for during Fashion Week are those brands and fashion houses that have recently come under new leadership. With Fashion Week just a few months away, we think this list will get anyone's heart racing...

Print expert and all-around bright-ray-of-fashion-sunshine Matthew Williamson left Pucci after his first season with the brand. Click here to see the Spring 2009 Pucci collection, and, to learn more about his departure, check out Fashionologie's report.

Just last week it was announced that Amanda Wakeley's Spring 09 collection would be presented without her. This season's Fall 09 presentation should be a chilly one. Click here to see Wakeley's Spring 09 collection.

Pheobe Philo resigned from her position as Creative Director at Chloe in 2006 so that she could spend more time with her family. Philo recently signed on to become Celine's new Creative Director (with the stipulation that she could work from London) and her debut collection for the brand will hit the catwalks in Paris this March. Click here to see the Celine Spring 2009 collection.

There were no departures more dramatic than those at Valentino and Bill Blass. In both cases, news broke in the midst of Fashion Week madness and, in the case of Bill Blass, it followed that the company was liquidating. Though Blass is no longer, Valentino lives on. Let's just hope this season is a peaceful one.

100 Handbags From Paris Fashion Week Spring 2009

coutorture — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:53:03 -0800

Choose from Lanvin, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu, John Galliano, Christian Dior, Chanel, Hermés, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent, Cacharel, Lie Sang Bong, Celine, Stella McCartney, Balenciaga, Leonard, Ungaro, Chloé, and Elie Saab. Click on the tags below to see the designer's individual Paris Fashion Week Spring 2009 collection.

Paris Fashion Week: Celine Spring 2009

coutorture — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:31:23 -0700

Paris Fashion Week Celine Spring 2009 Designed by Ivana Omazic. Photos by Pierre Verdy and Karl Prouse