For all the shoe lovers, there’s only one place to be this weekend. London department store Liberty is hosting their first Shoe Weekend according to Vogue. The weekend started off with Nicholas Kirkwood’s boutique showcase consisting of shoes he’d created for designers such as Erdem and Rodarte. Other highlights include Raphael Young’s new collection, a drag performance and Rupert Sanderson hosting a discussion with Vogue’s editor-at-large Fiona Golfar and unveiling his resort collection.
After all the hoopla surrounding Lanvin’s collaboration with H&M, industry peeps and fashionistas alike have been wondering who can top the euphoria created by Alber Elbaz. Elle seems to have a clue. Rumours are circulating that Tom Ford may be next in line. His appointment at the retail giant will see him join other designers such as Matthew Williamson and Stella McCartney in spreading the luxury to the masses.
Dolce & Gabbana are representing Italian fashion at a new exhibition showcasing the key moments in modern fashion. Vogue is report that the Les années 1900-2000: Histoire Idéale de la Mode Contemporaine. Vol. 2 will house two D&G creations from the last twenty years. The items in question include a stone-embellished corset from their autumn/winter 91/92 collection and later worn by Madonna and the armour corset dress Lady Gaga rocked in her Paparazzi video.
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