Reese Witherspoon graces the cover of Vogue, Dolce & Gabbana throw an afterparty for Justin Bieber, Kate Middleton may be wed in Jasper Conran, Joan Rivers reveals anti-perspiration secret, Kate Upton is Victoria’s Secret’s curvier choice, excitement stirs around the Alexander McQueen exhibit, French officials ban the burka, and much more fashion news!
1. Dolce & Gabbana threw an after party for Justin Bieber at their own restaurant, Gold, upon hearing that Bieber was to play at Milan’s Mediolanum Forum. The duo installed a VIP area with Bieber’s name in huge gold lettering. [Telegraph]
2. Kate Middleton may be wed wearing Jasper Conran instead of the favored McQueen, rumors say. If her gown of choice is leaked, Middleton will have two back-ups in mind. Suspiciously, the wedding collection has been removed off Jasper Conran’s site. [FashionEtc]
3. Reese Witherspoon graces the cover of May Vogue to promote her new movie, “Water For Elephants.” Witherspoon sizzles in an asymmetrical Roland Mouret Fritz silk crepe dress. [RedCarpet]
4. Photos from The Met’s Alexander McQueen exhibit have released, and it looks like it will be jaw-dropping. The exhibit launches May 4th with the Metropolitan Ball. [Styleite]
5. Joan Rivers reveals that Vodka is her anti-perspirant, sometimes using it to wash her clothes, which is apparently an “old Broadway trick.” [Styleite]
6. Vivienne Westwood states that men are more insecure than women in an interview with Wall Street Journal: [WSJ]
In history, women had an awful lot more power and influence, from Greek prostitutes to the women who ran the salons right up until the first World War. I think that feminists have definitely underestimated the role that women have had historically. I think I would be insecure if I were to be a man; there’s so much pressure on you.
7. Model Kate Upton is the answer to the criticism of Victoria’s Secret’s use of “too-thin” models. The Herland Sun believes Victoria’s Secret used Upton because of her curiver body, to prove that they don’t always use stick-thin models. Weird, because Victoria’s Secret models have always been thin, and most of them admit to cutting out food groups and working out for two hours per day. Also-this is curvy? [NyMag]
8. French officials have started the burka ban, on account that it “denies the rights of women.” Two hours after the law had been passed, two women were arrested near the Notre Dame cathedral. This law may be difficult to liberate women if they are arresting them- a tricky solution. [Styleite]
9. CostCo has launched a $1 million dollar wedding ring in addition to their discounted bridal line. The ring boasts 6.77 karats and is estimated to be worth $1.6 million dollars. [FashionEtc]
10. A gallery of unconventional wedding dresses, from Marilyn Monroe’s fur-collared brown suit to Gwen Stefani’s dip-dyed gown. [Vogue]
11. Who is that hot ad girl selling us Keystone, Crest toothpaste, and the like? Thrillist reveals the names to the faces of the “Me or Buster” Miller-Life, Aria Resort and Casino Las Vegas, Crest, and Keystone Light commercials. [Thrillist]
[Meghan Ory]
12. White will be the trans seasonal color this year, despite the popular belief that white isn’t suited for the winter months. To pull this off, layer textures, accent with bright accessories, and try out a white suitcoat. [Fashionising]
13. Zara’s April 2011 LookBook features bold stripes, snakeskin leggings, and jewel toned blazers. [FabSugar]
14. Check out these summer-ready swimsuits if you’re already thinking of what cute bathing suit to sport all summer long. This list features crochet monokinis, nude color palettes, zig-zag prints, and scalloped ruffles. [Refinery 29]
15. The latest jewelry trend stacks bracelets high, especially these three by Un Jour Mon Prince, Ippolita, and Pomellato’s M’ama Non M’ama collection. [Vogue]
16. What to wear to this summer’s music festivals, including wide-brimmed hats, bandeaus, light-wash jean jackets, corderoy shorts, and espadrilles. [WWW]
17. Blood Concept, a perfume for different blood types, has surfaced. With hot anticipation over season three of True Blood, I’m excited to give these four perfumes a whiff. Italian designers Giovanni Castelli and Antonio Zuddas will launch their collection featuring A, B, AB, and O in a design modeled after antique medicine bottles. [Refinery 29]
18. The Italian designed Dalu lamp gets a makeover in translucent, neon colors. You can find it at Artemide for $110. [NyMag]
19. Tadashi Shoji Fall ’11 collection features captivating marigolds, jewel tones, and fluttery day-to-evening wear. I’m smitten! [Racked]
20. Eleven Objects reveals their new line of stylish collars, perfect for accentuating a plain blouse or as a radical statement piece! [NotCouture]
21. TENOVERSIX’s first Private Label collection, “Gees Bend,” mixes Southern-inspired uniform with vintage chic. My favorite piece so far is the TOMMY coat in honey wool. [LiveFastMag]
22. A history of fashion in silhouette version from the 1700′s to 2000. [Retrogasm]
