InfoAnda - Fashion Week opens with celebs, few concessions

Pakistanis angry over detentions in Times Sq. case
Monday, May 24, 2010
ISLAMABAD – Relatives of three men detained by Pakistan for alleged links to the suspect in the attempted Times Square bombing say the men are innocent.
They

Taiwan denies boycotting Australian film festival
Thursday, August 6, 2009

AFP - Thursday, August 6TAIPEI (AFP) - - Taiwan's Beijing-friendly government on Wednesday denied boycotting an Australian film festival amid a row over the e

Merkel's support dips, regional ally resigns International
Thursday, September 3, 2009

By Sarah Marsh and Noah Barkin

BERLIN (Reuters) - Chancellor Angela Merkel suffered a double blow on Thursday as a senior party ally in east German

Minister seeks closure of anti-Berlusconi websites
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
ROME (AFP) - – The Italian government moved Tuesday to close down Internet sites encouraging further violence against Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who

Asian markets mixed after Wall Street rally
Wednesday, March 18, 2009

By ELAINE KURTENBACH,AP Business Writer AP - Wednesday, March 18SHANGHAI - Asia's stock market rally seemed to be running out of steam Wednesday, despite an

Indonesia opens peatland forests for palm oil | 18 February 2009
Karzai rival tells huge crowd Afghan race not over | International | | 14 August 2009
Afghan bomb blast kills 36: police | 26 August 2009

Toledo Point-Shaving Scandal Indicts Six Former Players, Two Businessmen | 8 May 2009

">Forum Views () ">Forum Replies ()

Read more with google mobile : Fashion Week opens with celebs, few concessions

Yahoo! My Yahoo! Mail Yahoo! Search Search: Sign InNew User? Sign Up News Home - Help Navigation Primary Navigation Home Singapore Asia Pacific World Business Entertainment Sports Technology Top Stories Most Popular Secondary Navigation Asia Pacific World Search Search: Fashion Week opens with celebs, few concessions By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL,AP Fashion Writer AP - Saturday, February 14 NEW YORK - Celebrities? Check. Over-the-top fashion? Check. Unlimited expense accounts? Well, not so much. ADVERTISEMENT New York Fashion Week kicked off Friday with a few concessions to the economic downturn, but for the well-heeled crowd and even better-heeled models, it was mostly fashion as usual. Top fashion editors including Anna Wintour jammed into a packed show for Jason Wu, the young designer who was little known before he designed first lady Michelle Obama's inaugural gown and the dress she wears on the March cover of Vogue. "The fact that Michelle Obama is wearing Jason Wu makes him hotter than hot," said Suze Yalof Schwartz, Glamour magazine's fashion editor at large. "I've never been to his show before, but it was the only show I wasn't going to miss this season." Mrs. Obama was a no-show, but her impact was clear. Retailers also stopped by the showroom of Obama's favorite Chicago designer, Maria Pinto. And other top designers cited the Obamas as a source of inspiration and optimism as they prepared their fall collections. "It's not fair to pin the hopes of the whole industry on one woman, but she has proven she can fuel excitement and optimism, just like her husband," said Constance White, style director for eBay. There were signs of the sour economy, though not as many as some had anticipated. Monique Lhuillier and Carmen Marc Valvo were skipping their usual runway shows for smaller presentations outside the tents of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Some fashion editors grumbled about hailing taxis instead of hopping in their usual town cars. But there was no lack of glitz. The Heart Truth show to raise awareness about heart disease had plenty of star-power from the likes of Hilary Duff and "90210" stars Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling. Later in the day, Lindsay Lohan watched girlfriend Samantha Ronson deejay at her sister Charlotte's show. And after several somber seasons, the fashion crowd was ready to embrace something that for their industry, Mrs. Obama embodied: hope. "There's a fine line to what's respectful to what's going on in the world and being inspiring," said designer Rachel Roy. "I chose to focus on strength." HEART TRUTH Katie Couric, Patricia Arquette, Hilary Duff and Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin were among the celebrities who donned red dresses to help raise awareness about heart disease. Jane Kaczmarek, wearing a strapless, fan-top gown by Rafael Cennamo was a first-time catwalker. She told the AP ahead of the show that her biggest concern was tripping. (She did fine.) Former "Wonder Woman" Lynda Carter, in a one-shoulder Caroline Herrera gown, was another crowd favorite as were Jennie Garth and Tori Spelling of "Beverly Hills, 90210," who shot down the runway one after another. Garth was in flowing Badgley Mischka gown with peek-a-boo white beaded straps and Spelling wore a flirty strapless dress by Betsey Johnson with a black-sash waist and tiers of pleats. JASON WU Jason Wu had a crowning moment at fashion week. His first group of models wore delicate, wiry crowns with their light and airy chiffon blouses and dresses. The subtle print on those daytime outfits looked like shadows of folkloric dancers. Wu also experimented with interesting textured fabrics _ one chiffon and crepe de chine mix had a cozy, almost furlike feeling _ as well as rubber pailettes that gave a nude tank dress an edgy coolness. There were winning eveningwear pieces, too, including a loose, tiered sky blue number with vertical Art Deco-style beading and gray chiffon dress with antique silver bugle-bead embroidery that incorporated a flowing overlay to an otherwise slim sheath. However, Wu, who is only 26, is still going through a few growing pains: He sent mixed messages with an ivory-colored corset dress and a sexy red-pink color-contrast dress in an otherwise highly sophisticated collection. CHARLOTTE RONSON Charlotte Ronson knows what her rock 'n' roll crowd wants to wear. She's got a direct line to the cool clubgoer through her DJ siblings Samantha and Mark. And then there's Lindsay Lohan, who said from the front row at the Bryant Park tents that Charlotte was practically family. For fall, Ronson's collection is rooted in slim black styles trimmed with zippers and leather, including fringe-pocket pants and a motorcycle jacket. She also sent out some great knit pieces, such as a taupe sweater dress worn with a same-colored cropped sweater on top. Jumpsuits with plunging necklines and shoulder pads (yes, big shoulders might be back) and plaid pieces with hard-to-wear gathering at the hips might be harder sells. RACHEL ROY Rachel Roy's muse for fall is a strong, no-frills woman who gets things done. Roy previewed her collection Thursday on the eve of the official kickoff of New York Fashion Week. The clothes had a forward-thinking vibe _ so much so that some silhouettes, including a gray flannel coat with a stiff collar and a black bustier dress adorned with a necklace made of square-cut mirrors, had a space-age edge. Strategic cutouts made dresses sexy. The simplicity of the monochromatic looks, done mostly in black, gray, winter white and steel blue, drew further attention to their formfitting shape. MONIQUE LHUILLIER The dresses Monique Lhuillier is offering for next season are pretty, but it seemed Lhuillier didn't want them to appear too pretty. Models in the fabled Oak Room of The Plaza Hotel on Thursday wore distressed black bodysuits under their lovely dresses, which were inspired by the Ballet Russes, which had hints of surrealist style. It was a limited collection with only 12 looks. Among the best were a cream- and nude-colored ombre gown with beaded tulle petals and pleated ruffles, a burgundy jersey draped gown and a ballerina-style cocktail dress with embroidered waist. MARIA PINTO Maria Pinto's recession strategy is to give consumers something of "perceived value." "You have to keep things fresh and new. Why add anything that's average? You want something special," said Pinto, the Chicago-based designer who is more on the radar of fashion insiders after dressing Mrs. Obama. Pinto showed her fall collection to editors and retailers Thursday in intimate one-on-one previews that allowed her to explain her design philosophy and inspiration. She starts with luxe fabrics, she said, and is currently fascinated with the endless loops found in Rococo art, as well as the idea of "control and release." She created several pieces that used the basic silhouette of a fitted front and a cascading back, a style that looks entirely different in dressy navy satin than in cozy alpaca wool, yet equally chic. Email Story IM Story Printable View Blog This Recommend this article Average (0 votes) Sign in to recommend this article » Most Recommended Stories » Related Articles: Entertainment & Lifestyle Obama plans concert for Stevie WonderAP - 2 hours 55 minutes ago 'Isn't he lovely': Obama to honor Stevie WonderAFP - Saturday, February 14 US-ENTERTAINMENT SummaryReuters - Saturday, February 14 Indie rockers unite for AIDS benefit albumReuters - Saturday, February 14 Rihanna among topics at V-Day anti-violence lunchAP - Saturday, February 14 Most Popular – Entertainment Viewed Family income linked to child language skills: study Dozens feared dead in US plane crash US scientists defend Darwin from attacks on evolution Merrill bonuses made 696 millionaires: probe Economic crisis picture wins World Press Photo award View Complete List » Search: Home Singapore Asia Pacific World Business Entertainment Sports Technology Top Stories Most Popular Copyright © 2009 Yahoo! Southeast Asia Pte Ltd. (Co. Reg. No. 199700735D). All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy - Terms of Service - Community - Intellectual Property Rights Policy - Help

Other News on Saturday, 14 February 2009
U.S. offers Moscow concession on missile shield | International |
Zimbabwe opposition official charged with treason: MDC | International |
Developing world faces dire consequences from crisis | International |
Abducted U.N. official in Pakistan appears in video | International |
Court denies cable bid to turn back privacy rules | Technology |
U.S. Consumer Sentiment, Expectations Drop In February
Former North Carolina Hate Group Leader Dies At Age 64
DLA Piper Law Firm Cuts 5% Of Its U.S. Lawyers
First Hearing Set For Obama's Nominee For Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chief
Guns, Crates Of Ammunition Seized In Baltimore Area Pawn Shop Raid
Update: Reid Says Senate Likely To Vote Friday Evening On Stimulus
New Hampshire Governor Presents State Legislature With Budget Proposing Job Cuts, Court And Prison Closure, Tax And Fee Hikes
Despite Hike In Profits Sinclair Broadcasting Group Cutting 200 Jobs, Freezing Salaries
Biden To Swear In Blair, Romer As Nation's Spy Chief, Top Economist
Economic Stimulus Package Adds $13 Weekly On Take-Home Pay Of American Workers
Martin laughs off criticism of Pink Panther 2 | Entertainment |
Nude Madonna photo sells for $37,500 at auction | Entertainment |
Isla Fisher buys into comedy for Shopaholic | Entertainment |
Chicago museum reveals lively and grim Edvard Munch | Entertainment |
Amazon Bans Controversial Video Game Rapelay From Online Marketplace
US envoy pursues key Afghan talks
Hamas says long-term truce with Israel imminent
U.S. links Moscow help on Iran to missile shield | International |
Major attacks in Iraq against Shiite pilgrims
Australian firefighters close to containing blazes | International |
Confessions of a Shopaholic ( *1/2 )
Iraqi woman bomber kills 35 Shiite pilgrims in Iraq
U.S. missile strike kills 25 militants in Pakistan | International |
Friday the 13th ( * )
'Buy American' clause could lead to trade war: CEA
BA plane's undercarriage fails on landing, 4 hurt | International |
Iraqis find mass grave north of Baghdad
US Congress approves economic boost
Blast at U.N. human rights office in Nepal, no injuries | International |
Iranian reformer's campaign faces many obstacles
US Senate approves Obama stimulus package
Zimbabwe MDC official charged with treason: party | International |
US auto suppliers seek US$25.5-bln bailout
Hamas speaks of hitch in Gaza truce after new bloodshed
Plane crash-lands at London airport, two people injured
Female bomber kills 39 on Iraqi pilgrimage route
South Korean, Philippine sailors freed by Somali pirates | International |
Taliban is in huge amounts of Pakistan: Zardari | International |
Economic crisis picture wins World Press Photo award
Venezuela opposition complains of Chavez tactics | International |
Iraqi woman bomber kills 35 Shiite pilgrims in Iraq
Huge stimulus bill only the 'beginning': Obama
G7 finance chiefs gather amid recession storm
UN climate chief praises new US administration
Ice buildup reported on US plane before crash
California Polygamist Gets 7 Life Terms For Abusing Children, Wives
US military deaths in Afghanistan region at 576
Michigan Governor Eyes $670M Budget Cut, Layoff Of 1,500 State Workers
Eighth Grader Arrested For Setting Off Soda Bottle Bomb In School
US military deaths in Iraq war at 4,243
Eighth Grader Arrested For Setting Off Soda Bottle-Bomb In School
80 missing computers at nuke lab: watchdog
U.S. links Moscow help on Iran to missile shield
Clinton Offers N. Korea Peace Treaty, Normal Ties In Exchange For Nuke Disarmament
Iridium network patched after collision in space
U.S. Congress set to pass stimulus plan
Kidnappers Threaten To Kill American Hostage In Pakistan
Author's Guild 'studying' Kindle read-aloud feature
Feb 13 Highlights Of Low Points In The U.S. Economy
Google to offer paid smartphone apps in Apple challenge | Technology |
Twitter gets new funding, promises revenue
Wall Street Closes Lower As Mortgage Aid Remains Unclear
Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley Suspend Foreclosures Until Next Month
Microsoft to open chain of retail stores
House Passes Stimulus Bill, Possible Senate Vote Tonight
Iridium network patched after collision in space | Technology |
Court denies cable bid to turn back privacy rules
European lawmaker expelled from Venezuela
Kenya, Turkey, Japan lead mobile money trend
UN extends Abkhazia mission until June
Russia, Turkey hail flourishing neighbourhood ties
Indian police hunt 'stone man' killer
Calif. court denies appeal in actors contract talks
Hit Taiwanese film finally opens in China
Oscar misses flight to Hollywood
Probe ordered after India train crash kills 12
Chris Brown's father says singer remorseful | Entertainment |
15 dead, 161 hurt in train derailment in India
Chinese province institutes lethal injection
Calif. court denies appeal in actors contract talks | Entertainment |
Suspected US missile kills 6 in Pakistan
Obama plans concert for Stevie Wonder
Martin laughs off criticism of Pink Panther 2 | Entertainment |
Suu Kyi's party calls on UN to take action
G7 finance ministers' crisis talks
'Isn't he lovely': Obama to honor Stevie Wonder
Military exercise sparks earthquake panic in China
Japan signs pact lending 100 billions dlrs to IMF
Peter Gabriel spurns Oscars over downsized set | Entertainment |
US-ENTERTAINMENT Summary
Sixteen dead in India train accident
Anger as major British train deal goes to Japan
Indie rockers unite for AIDS benefit album | Entertainment |
Indie rockers unite for AIDS benefit album
New Zealand sailing hat-trick downs Alinghi
Rihanna among topics at V-Day anti-violence lunch
Indian Railways eyes $20 bln revenue, cuts fares
Calif. court denies appeal in actors contract talks
Sony PSP game console sales tops 50 million units
Fallon breaking in the 'Late Night' chair
Chris Brown's father says singer "remorseful"
Peter Gabriel spurns Oscars over downsized set
Fashion Week opens with celebs, few concessions
Eighth Grader Arrested For Setting Off Soda Bottle Bomb In School
Bar Refaeli Celebrates Her Sports Illustrated Cover At LAX Nightclub
Arrest compromises Zimbabwe unity government: minister
Suspected US missile strike in Pakistan kills 27
Israel rules out Gaza truce unless soldier freed | International |
Mass rally in Lebanon to commemorate Hariri murder
Roses at a premium as Baghdadis look to better days
U.S. envoy meets Afghan president as ties strained | International |
G7 demands urgent reform of world finance
Iraqis open arms to romance as violence fades
Somali parliament endorses new prime minister | International |
Seductive chemicals hidden in sloppy kisses
Hamas accuses Israel of 'backtracking' on truce talks
Iraqis open arms to romance as violence fades | International |
Mass rally in Lebanon to mark Hariri murder
Soviet vets, 20 years on, warn Obama on Afghanistan | International |
Clinton vows to deepen US bonds with Asia
US Congress approves stimulus in major win for Obama
Prosecutors In Stevens Case Ruled In Contempt
Fortunoff Fine Jewelry Lays Off 300, Seeking Buyer
Police Officer Fataly Shot In Philadelphia
Four Wounded In Miami AK-47 Shooting
Ice May Have Been A Factor In Fatal Plane Crash
Russia says averted suicide attack on Ingush leaders
Ice Jams Flood Michigan Town, Residents Evacuated From 38 Homes By Boat
Chechen murder threatens torture case against Kadyrov
US envoy meets Afghan president
Sri Lanka military says rebels attack refugee bus
Australia fire survivors in emotional return to ruined town
London tale, Iran tragedy lead Berlin film charge | Entertainment |
6 arrested for protesting Valentine's Day in India
Philippine president grateful for US stimulus bill
Clinton vows to deepen US bonds with Asia
Moderate earthquake hits western China
Residents return to fire-destroyed Australian town
China to sell assets of scandal-hit milk company
7 Afghan police, official killed by roadside bombs
Mass Valentine's wedding on Mandela prison island
Iraq, Iran, London films lead pack for Berlin Golden Bear
Greece at new risk of being pushed off euro
Bodies of missing Tenn. mom, Jo Ann Bain, and daughter found
Female Breasts Are Bigger Than Ever
AMD Trinity Accelerated Processing Units Now in Volume Production
The Avengers (2012 film), made the second biggest opening- and single-day gross of all-time
AMD to Start Production of piledriver
Ivy Bridge Quad-Core, Four-Thread Desktop CPUs
Islamists Protest Lady Gaga's Concert in Indonesia
Japan Successfully Broadcasts an 8K Signal Over the Air
ECB boosts loans to 1 trillion Euro to stop credit crunch
Egypt : Mohammed Morsi won with 52 percent
What do you call 100,000 Frenchmen with their hands up
AMD Launches AMD Embedded R-Series APU Platform
Fed Should not Ignore Emerging Market Crisis
Fed casts shadow over India, emerging markets
Why are Chinese tourists so rude? A few insights

USD EUR - 1 year graph	VPN on MacOSX	BlogMeter 1.01