Jeffrey Monteiro for Bill Blass?

Bill Blass has had it's share of ups and downs what with the fiasco of Peter Som bankruptcy et all but things seem to be looking up, finally. I was pretty psyched about a prospective Spring 2010 collection but that never came through and disappointment was evident. There was also talk that Richard Chai may be the new creative director but that didn't happen, either. Well, seemingly, Jeffrey Monteiro (erstwhile design director for Derek Lam and designer from 08) may be the saving grace. Owner of the label, Peacock International Holdings has currently declined to comment on the matter but the news will be out in a few weeks, they said. Fingers crossed.

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Fashion on Twitter

Twitter.com is the latest craze, or shall i just say craze, which has gotten bloggers all over the world buzzing. Easy to use and straight to the point, twitter allows anyone to 'follow' someone else through their everyday lives. Britney Spears, NY TIMES, Vogue, INstyle, Elle, Katy Perry and Bryan Boy are on it so we think you should too!

Our current twit's are :

www.twitter.com/stylebubble
www.twitter.com/fashionista_com
www.twitter.com/balmainbazaar
www.twitter.com/disneyrollrgirl
www.twitter.com/instyle
www.twitter.com/marcjacobs
www.twitter.com/katyperry
www.twitter.com/alexa_chung
www.twitter.com/ELLEUK
www.twitter.com/fashionologie

I-D SOUL Launch in London's Christie

So being the busy bee that I am, I popped over to the I-D Soul launch at Christies Auction House in London's Kensington. The launch was simple, large prints of the book which is a 600 page hardback celebrating the 'best creative minds of our time'. Including artists and designers such as Juergen Teller to John Galliano. The photos are beautiful and incredibly moving, and one of my favourites had to be the one above. A must read, and a piece of art in its own right. I-D Soul is our generation of artists, designers and fashion photographers who make Fashion what it is. To check out the book and order it click here.

The Sartorialist Book

The Sartorialist originally began as a personal blog of a small time photographer who shared his favourite street images of New York. This grew, along with its fans to include his travels and along that way we fell in love with the people he met and the places he visited. New York, Paris, Milan to name a few. Scott S the man behind the lens has finally sealed a long-awaited publishing deal with Penguin to produce a 500 page photography book based mostly on his images.
I can't wait to get my hands on it, can you?

Gabriele Colangelo- A New Italian Superstar Fashion Designer Joins Castor Srl

A significant combination of creativity and top-level production expertise can only lead to a project with extra-ordinary expectations of success for the present and future of the Italian and international fashion environment.

Starting from the Fall/Winter 2009-2010 collection, Castor Srl, on the basis of a license agreement lasting 9 years, will take care of the production and distribution of the Women’s collection of Gabriele Colangelo, young Milanese designer who officially launched his label during Milano Moda Donna Spring/Summer 2009. He represents one of the most interesting, gifted and promising individuals of the new Made in Italy elegance.

Born in Milan on the 27th of February 1975, Gabriele Colangelo was undoubtedly “born into the profession”, as he is the heir of a family that has owned for generations a specialised fur workshop characterised by bespoke culture, and by delightful craftsmanship in processing techniques and use of materials.

After obtaining his high school diploma in classical subjects, and while he was taking a Degree in Antique Literature, Gabriele Colangelo took part in a competition organised by the Italian National Chamber of Fashion, winning a scholarship as Fashion Stylist.

In the course of a few years he gathered a lot of experience. For four years he collaborated with Itierre Spa, designing the Versace Jeans Donna line. After this first job, he worked with Versace, with Roberto Cavalli for the Just Cavalli Donna project and with the Mariella Burani Fashion Group, for whom he was Artistic Director for the Amuleti J line.

In February of 2008, during Milano Moda Donna, his label Gabriele Colangelo debuted. The young designer introduced a capsule-collection, in which his genetic propensity for craftsmanship in fur was combined with embroidery. Finally, in July, he won “Who is on next?” for prêt-à-porter, a competition invented and managed by AltaRoma together with Vogue Italia, aimed at seeking new creative talents in fashion and accessories. He will take part in Milano Moda Donna Spring/Summer 2009. The seasonal trend is looking chic. -Gabrielle Teare

The Haute Insider: What We're Talking About - LAGERFELD CONFIDENTIAL

Lagerfeld Confidential: a movie that will document the life of KARL LAGERFELD, by Rodolphe Marconi, is said to be magnificent! We get a peek inside the "Chrome Hearts" lover and his glamorous life.
The Lipstick Jungle Candace Bushnell's bestseller, after Sex and The City, is going to become a TV show. This is by far one of my favorite chick lit novels, portraying NYC's most powerful women trying to make it in "The Lipstick Jungle." I'm excited about watching Victory, Nico and Wendy come alive on TV.
The Little Black Book of Style is on the shelves. Nina Garcia is one of my favorite judges on Project Runway (I love how she just makes everyone feel bad for their own good) I love, love, love her new book! This tiny wonder is filled with editor's secrets and helpful hints on how to develop your own personal style. Remember what Gwen says, "Style is Style, Fashion is Fashion, Girl you've got style." Look out for our complete review on the Little Black Book of Style coming soon. xM