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The New YSL – Saint Laurent Paris
A new era for legendary fashion house Yves Saint Laurent has begun. Top designer Hedi Slimane, YSL’s new and talented creative director, has decided to change the brand’s name to Saint Laurent Paris. This extreme and surprising move is just one part of the plan to bring new spirit and fresh designs to the rejuvenated brand.
When Hedi Slimane took over Stefano Pilati’s chair as the new creative director at Yves Saint Laurent back in March, a wind of change filled the air. Now the actual changes are taking place. The talented and innovative designer has decided to change the legendary brand’s name to a more casual and playful one. So, from now on – Yves Saint Laurent – OUT. Saint Laurent Paris – IN!
According to WWD, the new name should be implemented within a few months. By the time Slimane will reveal his Spring/Summer 2013 collection, the new name will replace the old one.
Though the new name came as a surprise, it matches Slimane’s plans to bring new spirit to the ancient fashion house. Freedom, youth and modernity are the designer’s new themes. But those themes are not going to replace the components that inspired legendary Yves Saint Laurent, the founder of the fashion house. According to Slimane, those inspirations will remain, but with a new twist that can draw a young and new crowd.
As remembered, in 1996 Slimane was the director of the YSL men’s ready-to-wear line. After the debut of his successful “Black Tie” collection, he chose to leave the brand in favour of another top French label Christian Dior Homme. In 2007 he decided to make another career turn and went back to his first love – photography.
Nowadays Hedi Slimane is working on his first ready-to-wear collection as Saint Laurent Paris’s creative director. The highly-anticipated collection will be revealed during the upcoming Paris Fashion Week. This fashion week will start on September 25th and will be over 8 days later, on October 3rd.
FashionTV will be there to bring you the best fashion shows; newest trends and unique lines .Stay tuned and join us for the seasonal Parisian fashion celebration.
The YSL of Yesteryear
Do you remember Yves St. Laurent in its heyday? Will Hedi Slimane be able to rejuvenate the brand and bring it back to the glory of its former years?
Fashion Roundup: New York Fashion Week History Lesson and Kristen Stewart Opens Up For British Vogue
New York Fashion Week opens today! Which, of course, is a great opportunity to review the history of this prestigious event. NY Fashion Week was the very first Fashion Week ever, before Paris or Milan, way back in 1943. And it was called ‘Press Week’. Next year will be the 20th Anniversary for New York Fashion Week. It’s exciting to be part of fashion history, isn’t it? (Fashionetc)
Kristen Stewart fronts the cover of British Vogue’s October issue. The desirable actress has fallen prey to a media storm over the past month, due to the events surrounding her breakup from Twilight co-star and longtime boyfriend, Robert Pattinson. Stewart opens up about her relationships, fame and what she thinks of her public image. (Vogue UK)
Stella McCartney leads the British Fashion Awards 2012 with three nominations. McCartney is nominated for Best Designer, Best Fashion Brand and Best Red Carpet Award. In the Models category, FashionTV’s Model of the Week models Cara Delevingne and Jourdan Dunn, will go head to head for the prize. (Telegraph)
American fashion stylist and designer, Rachel Zoe, seems to be taking a step back with her clothing line. The Bravo TV star has been rumored to take her name off the list of London Fashion Week, since her clothing line has reportedly been a disappointment in several American department stores. (Huffington Post)
After conquering Vogue Italia in August, Lana Del Rey lands the cover of Vogue Australia’s October issue. While the rest of us are gearing up for the Fall season, the singer was styled in clothing for Spring! (Styleite)
Closing our list of fashion highlights for this week is Taylor Swift’s new video, which was released this week and is getting tons of views each day. It has already neared five million views. In the video, Swift introduces several outfit changes, from ridiculous pjs to a great floral dress at the end. Take a look:
Fashion Roundup: Rihanna’s Nude Campaign and Brad Pitt Tease for Chanel
First look at Scarlett Johansson and Jessica Biel pictures from the set of Hitchcock. The two will perform opposite Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren in the upcoming film, showcasing great looks from classic Hollywood glamour era. (Hollywire)
After infamous scandals this year, Prince Harry turns up on top as he's labeled ‘Man of the Year’ by Tatler and appears on the magazine's cover. The royal gone bad is referred to as ‘Dirty Harry’ by the glossie, appearing in his finest military gear. (Huffington Post)
Rihanna’s new campaign for her Nude fragrance is not so nude after all. After previously leaked photos from the same shoot, it seems that the final version of the ad is a bit more toned down than expected. (MTV Style)
Yves Saint Laurent is missing over 400 personal drawings. The designer’s long-term partner Pierre Berge, claims the journal was allegedly taken for the Paris apartment that they used to share. The item includes approximately 300 sketches, many of which were erotic. (Vogue UK)
Nicole Kidman covers Harper’s Bazaar US’s November issue, posing in front of Terry Richardson’s camera in an amazing golden Emilio Pucci dress. Inside, Kidman returns to speaking on Tom Cruise and sexuality. (Refinery 29)
Why? Where? What’s the Mystery?
Closing our list of weekly highlights, three teasers have sprung out this week on Chanel’s YouTube Channel for the highly anticipated Brad Pitt $7 million appearance for the Chanel No.5 campaign. The answers to all of these questions will be revealed October 15, when the full commercial is set to launch. Take a look:
