Alexander Wang tapped South African rap collective, Die Antwoord, to appear on his Spring 2012 T by Alexander Wang Ad. Shot by Dan Jackson, the band also appear in two videos, a behind-the-scenes clip and the official campaign with “Fatty Boom Boom” from Die Antwoord’s new album Ten$ion playing.

“I am part of a generation that grew up with MTV, and obviously with music, and having it all work together made it a really fun project,” Wang said.

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Director: Daniel Jackson
Art Director: Christopher Simmonds
Cinematography & Editing: Alexander Dynan
Stylist: Alastair McKimm
Makeup: Hannah Murray
Talent: Die Antwoord
Casting: Anita Bitton

Designed by David’s in-house team and sold exclusively at H&M, the focus is on fit, function, comfort and design, avoiding overt branding to present a range of new classics, comprising of briefs, boxers, vests, T-shirts, pyjamas and long johns. The result of eighteen months of research and development, the collection aims to set a new standard in men’s bodywear for the 21st century. Available from 2nd February 2012 in 1,800 H&M stores worldwide as well as on-line.

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Christian Dior just opened an international flagship store in Beijing’s Shin Kong Place on December 15th, 2011. In celebration of the store opening in Beijing, Dior has spent two years curating a collection of art works inspired by “Lady Dior”. Almost 60 famous international photographers, graphic designers, image artists and filmmakers have participated in the project by creating exclusive pieces. The result is an elaborately planned “Lady Dior As Seen By” exhibition which will run for one month commencing December 15th at the Huamao Plaza outside the Shin Kong Place as a prelude to the grand opening of Christian Dior’s international flagship store in Shin Kong Place.

To deliver on its promise of bringing fine quality, luxury and creativity to China, the Christian Dior Shin Kong Place flagship store will offer the country’s most complete Dior Homme collection designed by Van Assche, including suits, sportswear, denim, leather goods, accessories, footwear and watches. The upcoming Spring/Summer collection 2012 will also integrate elegance with opulence and unparalleled garment-making skills.

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Louis Vuitton Spring 2012 Ad Campaign shot by Steven Meisel and styled by Karl Templer, the scene shows models Daria Strokous and Kati Nescher posing playfully among milkshakes and ice creams.

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Photos: Steven Meisel
Models: Daria Strokous, Kati Nescher
Style by Karl Templer

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Net-a-Porter, the world’s premier online luxury retailer, and world-renowned fashion designer, Karl Lagerfeld, are releasing the first images from the ‘KARL’collection, the recently announced new line from the house of KARL LAGERFELD. In a strategic partnership that sees Net-a-Porter  as the exclusive US retailer both on-and-off line, this exciting new label distills the iconic essence of its creator.

Launching 25th January 2012, Net-a-Porter will be offering over 70 pieces from the collection, including fashion-forward pants, sweatshirts, skirts, shirts, dresses, T-shirts, shoes and bags, each inspired by the graphic shapes synonymous with Karl Lagerfeld’s style. Black, white, grey, silver, burgundy and pink are the colors of the SS12 season.

To spice up the holiday season, Victoria’s Secret Angels Adriana Lima, Doutzen Kroes, Lily Aldridge, Candice Swanepoel, Erin Heatherton, and Lindsay Ellingson show us their hidden talents by singing “Jingle Bells.” The Jingle Bells video was shot by the behind-the-scenes crew while the Angels were on set filming the 2011 Victoria’s Secret Holiday Commercial.

The 2011 Holiday Commercial was directed by Michael Bay, famed director of films such as Pearl Harbor, Armageddon, and, most recently, Transformers. The commercial was shot in Prague at three magnificent locations; the chateau, the opera and the train station. Inspired by the romance and iconic sites, the Victoria’s Secret Angels took the city by storm and the end result is truly sexy and inspiring. 

The 2011 Holiday Collection features lingerie, beauty and PINK items that were featured in this year’s fashion show, including the key bras, panties from the Dream Angels, and the Very Sexy and Gorgeous collections. The campaign also includes the Victoria’s Secret Angel fragrance and PINK lingerie that was seen on the runway.

The Collection is available for purchase at www.victoriassecret.com, in the Victoria’s Secret Catalogue, and in Victoria’s Secret stores nationwide.

The Jingle Bells video and extended cut of the Holiday Commercial can be seen at VS All Access on VictoriasSecret.com, at Facebook.com/VictoriasSecret and by following us on Twitter @VictoriasSecret.

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Tommy Hilfiger just released an ad that will launch internationally tomorrow. The video show the Hilfigers dancing and having fun at home. The Hilfigers are an eclectic American fictional family who debuted in the Group’s Fall 2010 advertising campaign.

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Photographer: Craig McDean
Stylist: Karl Templer
Creative Director: Trey Laird
Models: Andre Douglas, Emily Baker, Francis Lane, Gracie Carvalho, Iselin Steiro, Jacquelyn Jablonski, Julia Hafstrom, Luis Borges, Marcel Castenmiller, Max Rogers, Noah Mills, Sam Way

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Gap (PRODUCT) RED™ is proud to present a special edition T designed exclusively for us by Isabel Marant in honor of World Aids Day. 50% of profits from the T will go to the Global Fund to help eliminate AIDS in Africa.

“I am very thrilled that Gap has given me the opportunity to contribute to such an important cause. This is one of those rare occasions when fashion can do something to help make the world a slightly better place. I am more than honored to follow in the steps of the impressive collaborators who have worked on the RED project before me”, declared the french designer.

Support the cause and purchase the Isabel Marant for Gap tee from December 1 st via gap.com

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In honor of this special project, Barneys New York is proud to donate 25% of sales from all items featured in GAGA’S WORKSHOP to the Born This Way Foundation, recently founded and announced by Lady Gaga and her mother. The Born This Way Foundation will focus on youth empowerment and equality by addressing issues like self-confidence, well-being, anti-bullying, mentoring and career development and will utilize digital mobilization as one of the means to create positive change.

A take on Santa’s iconic workshop, the project has been realized through the eyes of renowned creative talents: Lady Gaga, Nicola Formichetti, and Eli Sudbrack and avaf, in collaboration with Barneys’ creative director Dennis Freedman. In true Lady Gaga fashion, GAGA’S WORKSHOP is not a traditional holiday destination, but rather a unique and individual celebration of the universality of gift giving and charity during the holiday season.

A multi-faceted celebration, GAGA’S WORKSHOP includes: a fantastically transformed retail environment, holiday windows, a dedicated Gaga interactive website, and limited-edition, exclusive products created in collaboration with Lady Gaga under the creative direction of Nicola Formichetti with artists Eli Sudbrack and Christophe Hamaide Pierson of assume vivid astro focus (avaf).
From elaborate art installations, vivid colors and bold patterns designed by avaf, to exclusive one-of-a-kind products created specially for the Workshop by Barneys New York, GAGA’S WORKSHOP will be a holiday treat for shoppers of all ages.
Taking over the entire, 5500-square foot, fifth floor of the Madison Avenue Men’s store, The Workshop is divided into elaborate structural shops, such as a jewelry shop created out of an oversized Lady Gaga-turned-spider and a boudoir in the shape of a giant wig. Working with the Barneys New York team, Eli Sudbrack and avaf have designed giant sculpture installations as well as signature artwork for GAGA’S WORKSHOP which is featured on special holiday shopping bags and packaging.

There are eight stations in GAGA’S WORKSHOP, reflecting the product categories available for sale, as well as a number of iconic references to Lady Gaga herself. Stations include: Candy Shop, Toy Shop, Closet (for apparel and accessories), Library (for books, CDs, media, and paper goods), Gallery (for collectibles and specialty items), Jewelry, Boudoir (for candles and cosmetics), and Holiday.

In addition to conceptualizing a Gaga holiday destination within Barneys New York, Eli Sudbrack and avaf have also designed a giant facade that has taken over the 60th Street entrance to the store. Designed to create the illusion of walking into the mouth of a giant monster-like Lady Gaga, this entrance is the gateway to GAGA’S WORKSHOP.
“GAGA’S WORKSHOP is the largest and most completely realized holiday project ever undertaken in the history of Barneys New York and we are beyond thrilled to present it this season,” said Mark Lee, Barneys’ Chief Executive Officer. “We hope to raise significant funds to benefit the Born This Way Foundation and we thank Lady Gaga, Nicola Formichetti, Eli Sudbrack and avaf, as well as all of the collaborators and vendors who have worked so hard to make this holiday initiative come to life.”

Can’t make it to the workshop? Visit our GAGA’S WORKSHOP micro-site and experience the action digitally:www.gagasworkshop.com

 Monday November 21, 2011 - 660 Madison Avenue Barneys New York

Lady Gaga made an impressive appearance at her Barneys Workshop last night. The star wore a custom Chanel dress made especially for her by Karl Lagerfeld.

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