District L

At 11:30 this morning, T, the New York Times Style Magazine was informed that their dear editorial leader was leaving for greener, brighter pastures. Stefano Tonchi, according to Out Magazine's Power 50, is a Gay Mafia Don. Look's like W Magazine's cappo di tutto cappi is ready for his newfound responsibility.

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Above: KARL LAGERFELD STICKERS.

KARL LAGERFELD STICKERS.

A large, padded envelope from Australia containing the Fashematics S/S 2010 Fashematical zine awaited on District L's front door after a brief hop to Washington DC.

KARL LAGERFELD STICKERS.

Also, KARL LAGERFELD STICKERS.

The Models v. Terry Richardson - The fashion industry built him up because of his shocking, provocative photography. Now they're set to tear him down.

CFDA Award Nominations Party - March 17, 2010

Womenswear Designer of the Year: Marc, Donna, Wang

Menswear Designer of the Year: Bastian, Ford, the Rag & Bone boys

Geoffrey Bean Lifetime Achievement Award: Kors

International Award: Burberry's Bailey

Special Tribute Award: Alexander McQueen

You may know you're more fashionable than a hypothetical Carine/Olivier love-child, but what's the value sans-editorial coverage and prizes?

It is time to show your chic to W magazine. Now through April 20, upload a photo here that portrays yourself in your favorite fashion trend. Send it in, along with a short essay about why its hot, and a panel of W editors will judge whether or not your look is top-notch.

The grand prize is a $1,000 Amex Gift Card and this season's hottest bag from Hugo Boss. Yes, plz.

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Combining his famed Lebanese extravagance with the season's understated discretion, Elie Saab created a subtly provocative 60-piece collection for Fall 2010. Saab mixed body-con cutouts with billowing, ethereal skirts to redefine glamor - yet again.

After the epic blunder that was Ungaro A/W 09, we knew Archs would lose Lindsay this season. While the sequined heart pasties faded into distant history along with Ungaro's former "Artistic Director," the questionable color combinations, dated party dresses, and tired direction remained.

Maybe the young Estrella Archs should have kept Lohan around - at least she'd have an excuse and a packed house every season.

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Keeping the iconic shoulders and impulsive tinsel that generated harsh criticism last season, Balmain's Christophe Decarnin reinvented his powerful, provocative look for a stronger, sexier woman. Mixing bright furs with gold metallic and leather pants with rich brocade, Decarnin defiantly stood his ground, rebelling against the season's sobriety. While last season's girl was the afflicted antagonist in distressed camo, this season's girl is the effectual lead.

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But first, how much would you care to bet that Andre Leon Talley is freaking the fuck out over this number right now. Just pair it with a Billionaire Bad Boy's club sweatshirt and maybe a length of chain from Home Depot and he'll be set in the caftan department for another season at least.

But I digress.

This rather unremarkable piece from Nicolas Andreas Taralis' AW 2010 collection for Paris Fashion Week can be forgiven, as the other 27 looks were pure, monolithic attitude- sartorial superheroes. Executed entirely in black and white (but mostly just black, giving special attention to texture), the techno-industrial vibe was apparently not entirely intended. "It's a little more artisanal and handmade, a little less tough," said the designer.

Sorry, but when you send...

This,

This,

This,

and especially this down your runway, the words "artisanal" and "handmade" won't be the first to spring forth from an edtior or retailer's Bic as they take down notes on the line sheet.

But all in all an extremely solid collection- it was nice to see a designer successfully incorporate denim onto the runway and to finally do something new and different with zippers. A good compromise between Gareth Pugh theatrics and Jil Sander sensibility to be sure. Bravo.

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So basically, Naomi Campbell is running around midtown somewhere and nobody, not even the NYPD, can find her.

After erupting into a rage for some unknown reason earlier this afternoon, Campbell proceeded to slap and punch her 27 year old driver from the backseat of his Escalade. After he pulled the car over near East 58th and 2nd and dialed 911, the thwarted Campbell flared her eyespots and bolted from the car.

The 5'10" supermodel is now lurking somewhere in the depths of midtown, slithering through the shadows like a moray eel, waiting to strike. Police are reportedly sweeping the area, calls from the precinct to her publicist have gone unanswered, and several small children have been reported missing.

So much for taking a break from injuring and hospitalizing.

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Inspired by the wealthy Saint-Tropez eccentrics that first supported him 40 years ago, Roberto Cavalli revisited the breezy silhouettes, reckless layering, and exquisite workmanship that satiated his earliest customers. Combining the careless sexuality of Brigitte Bardot with Bernard Buffet-like definitude, Cavalli recreates the anomalous atmosphere of Saint-Tropez in the 1970s.

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