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Plans Unveiled For First Season Of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week At Lincoln Center

2010-04-29T23:47:44+00:00

Plans Unveiled For First Season Of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week At Lincoln Center

New York, NY (April 29, 2010) – IMG announced today plans for its first season of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park at a fashion industry briefing supported by The City of New York, Lincoln Center and the Council of Fashion Designers of America. The move to Lincoln Center has allowed IMG Fashion to unveil event upgrades such as modernized production capabilities for designers, digital services concurrent with the advanced needs of the 21^st Century, better accessibility for attendees through both public and private transportation and great resources/facilities on-site and in the surrounding areas.

The move to Lincoln Center comes after extensive work between City Hall, Lincoln Center, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), IMG and the Council of Fashion Designers of America.

“This is a very exciting day for us,” said Peter Levy, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of IMG Fashion Worldwide. “The move has allowed IMG to reinvent and improve so many aspects of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week as well as develop a stronger link to the surrounding facitilies and spaces available at Lincoln Center and the neighborhood. This is the first season in what we are confident will be a long ‘run’ at Lincoln Center.”

Said Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, Director of Fashion, Lincoln Center, “We are delighted to provide Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week with a new home and an extraordinary array of possibilities. Over the past few years, Lincoln Center has undergone a transformation, resulting in a campus that is aesthetically spectacular as well as extremely accessible. We look forward to providing the fashion industry with one central location for activities in and around the tents. In addition, we plan to welcome consumers with a dynamic array of opportunities to engage with the art of fashion.”

“The move to Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center is the culmination of a working partnership between the Mayor’s Office, NYCEDC, IMG, Lincoln Center, and the Department of Parks and Recreation,” said Patrick M. Murphy, Director of the Fashion/Retail Team at the Center for Economic Transformation at NYCEDC. “The enhancements to the tents, the ability to stage additional presentations, along with access to major transportation routes, and the connection with the Lincoln Center brand will be a terrific boost for the fashion industry, and will have a positive economic impact for the event and the City.”

“The industry support and innovation being utilized to transform Lincoln Center into the new home of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is a testament to New York City’s premier status among the greatest fashion capitals of the world," said Stephen Cannon, Vice President of Marketing for Mercedes-Benz USA. “Our commitment to the event’s success will continue as we officially announce today that Mercedes-Benz is renewing a three year agreement with IMG to remain title sponsor.”

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center, which will be held from September 9 to 16, will implement a number of technical enhancements to adjust with the changing needs of the fashion community. These upgrades include; a gracious lobby to better accommodate designer guests, press and industry professionals; modified runway theaters and modular designer spaces that support advanced production capabilities; expanded lighting and digital design resources; new décor and increased venue/runway sizes and seating enhancements. The event will continue to host three runway venues, and has added a fourth presentation space for designer presentations, industry forums, press conferences and other activities. The venue cost to each designer will remain the same as in previous seasons of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

IMG Fashion will extend ‘the Tents’ original mantra to ‘organize, centralize and modernize’ into the digital realm, launching a new Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center website and suite of digital services that provide expanded capabilities for designers, press and attendees. These improvements include a new designer centric website and updated registration and credentialing system synchronized with designer seating. The digitization of the event will further streamline the communication between the different constituencies, providing up to the minute resources for press registration, press contact details for designers, online RSVP and show check-in capabilities.

Lincoln Center allows a unique opportunity in the evolution of the event, offering expanded resources and facilities around campus for the use of designer, press, industry and consumer activities. Inside the Tents, the site will feature increase lounge style seating in the event lobby and an outdoor garden for events and presentations as well as a number of restaurants, cafes and sitting areas around the Lincoln Center campus. Lincoln Center also provides attendees with convenient transportation and access to the event via the MTA’s subway systems, busses, the West Side Highway and light traffic flow on 9^th Avenue (Columbus) and 10^th Avenue (Amsterdam) making the hectic week of shows as effortless as possible for all attendees.

The City, working with IMG Fashion and Lincoln Center, has embarked on a coordinated effort to ensure Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week takes place in an efficient and organized manner. Led by the Citywide Event Coordination and Management Office, City agencies – including the Transportation, Police, Fire, Buildings, Parks and Recreation and Sanitation Departments together with the Mayor’s Community Assistance Unit, and New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) – are coordinating issues related to pedestrian access, ancillary parking, community resources, traffic flow, and opportunities for local businesses.

Each year, the 232,000 attendees at Fashion Weeks generate new economic activity for New York City businesses, accounting for more than $466 million in direct visitor spending and contributing to $1.6 billion in annual tax revenue to the City’s fashion industry. For the businesses surrounding Lincoln Center specifically – the restaurants, hotels, and retailers – as well as the thousands of caterers, security, and service workers staffing the shows, relocating Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week will result in economic benefits. More than $40 million annually is spent on meals at local restaurants; nearly $30 million on taxis, Town Cars, and public transportation; and an additional $56 million at area hotels.

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Contact:

Ian Wagasky, IMG Fashion, (646) 871-2453, ian.wagasky@imgworld.com

Karen Peterson, CFDA, (212) 768-5708, k.peterson@CFDA.com

Betsy Vorce, Lincoln Center, (212) 875-5100, bvorce@lincolncenter.org

Andrew Brent, City of New York, (212) 788-2958, abrent@cityhall.nyc.gov

Marc Jacobs and Safilo Group Extend Licensing Agreement

2010-04-27T05:00:00+00:00

Marc Jacobs and Safilo Group Extend Licensing Agreement to 2015

Padova, April 27th, 2010 – Safilo Group, worldwide leader in the premium eyewear sector, has extended the licensing agreement with world renowned designer Marc Jacobs (Marc Jacobs International, LLC) until December 31st, 2015 to design, manufacture and distribute worldwide prescription eyeglass frames as well as sunglasses under the Marc Jacobs and Marc by Marc Jacobs brands. The licensing agreement was originally set to expire on December 31st, 2011.

Safilo Group, which has been a licensee of the Marc Jacobs and Marc by Marc Jacobs brands since 2004, has presented highly successful collections over the past years which have obtained constantly improving results, confirming these brands as amongst those most desired in the eyewear world.

The Safilo Group is worldwide leader in the premium eyewear sector and maintains a leadership position in the prescription, sunglasses, fashion and sports eyewear sectors. Present in the international market through exclusive distributors and 32 subsidiaries in primary markets (U.S.A., Europe and Far East). The main proprietary branded collections distributed are: Safilo, Carrera, Smith Optics, Oxydo, Blue Bay, and the licensed branded collections are: Alexander McQueen, A/X Armani Exchange, Balenciaga, Banana Republic, Bottega Veneta, BOSS by Hugo Boss, Diesel, 55DSL, Dior, Emporio Armani, Fossil, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, HUGO by Hugo Boss, J.Lo by Jennifer Lopez, Jimmy Choo, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade, Liz Claiborne, Marc Jacobs, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Max Mara, Max&Co., Nine West, Pierre Cardin, Saks Fifth Avenue, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent and, starting from Fall 2010, Tommy Hilfiger.

For further information:

Investor Relations
Barbara Ferrante
ph. +39 049 6985766
www.safilo.com/en/investors.html

Safilo press office
Nicoletta Chinello
ph. +39 049 6985379

Community consulenza nella comunicazione ph. +39 0422.416.111 - 02.89.40.42.31
Auro Palomba – Mob. +39 335.71.78.637
Giuliano Pasini – Mob. +39 335.60.85.019

BFC-Vogue Designer Fashion Fund Winner

2010-03-31T05:00:00+00:00

BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund Winner

The British Fashion Council (BFC) today announced that Erdem is the winner of the inaugural BFC / Vogue Designer Fashion Fund. The Award which is comprised of £200,000 and access to director level mentors across the industry has been established as a key part of the BFC’s 25th anniversary legacy programme to further enhance the reputation of London’s rising stars and assist in the development of their businesses.

The BFC will develop a bespoke mentoring programme tailored specifically to assist Erdem Moralioglu’s in achieving his business goals for the next twelve months with the aspiration that the network developed during this year will endure throughout his career as he makes the transition from a developing creative business into a global fashion brand.

Erdem was selected for this award based on the label’s strong design signature and clear vision for the immediate development and growth of his business. Eight designers were shortlisted by a panel of representatives of Fund sponsors. All of those shortlisted were then invited to present their collections and future plans to the judging panel of Fund sponsor representatives and industry experts chaired by Alexandra Shulman, Editor of British Vogue. All of those shortlisted will have access to support from the mentoring panel either directly or through Marigay McKee, Harrods Director of Fashion and Beauty who will chair the mentoring panel.

British based designer Erdem Moralioglu’s eponymous ready-to-wear line was established in 2005. His gracefully modern clothing has won plaudits for its fusion of sharp tailoring with romanticism and bold, graphic, custom-designed silk prints.

The British Fashion Council has an international reputation for supporting emerging talent through its existing schemes; NEWGEN supported by TOPSHOP and Fashion Forward. The BFC Vogue Designer Fashion Fund will aid business growth and create employment opportunities, it is complementary to existing support schemes and will focus on developing profile and opportunities for British designer businesses.
The Fund was launched by BFC Chairman Harold Tillman in September 2008. Vogue, headline sponsor, whose May issue is on sale early April will showcase the talents of all eight finalists.

Erdem Moralioglu commented "I am thrilled to be the winner of the BFC Vogue Fashion Fund. It is an honor. The prize will help us to take our business to the next level. It is so integral for us to be showing in London and the support of the BFC and Vogue will allow us to grow our business internationally. It is such exciting time for us."

BFC Chairman, Harold Tillman, commented “Erdem has excellent design credentials, an impressive business plan and creates beautiful collections season after season. I am proud to say that the British Fashion Council’s Vogue Designer Fashion Fund will play a key role in developing Erdem’s already prominent designer business both here in the UK and abroad.”

Alexandra Shulman, Editor of British Vogue, said "I am very excited by the prospects that the Fund offers not only in terms of finance but in mentoring. In Erdem I feel we have a very worthy winner who already has an international reputation and who has the creativity and application that is needed to become a global business. He makes beautiful clothes that already have a recognisable stamp that is his alone."

For more information please visit www.britishfashioncouncil.com/designerfashionfund

For press enquiries please contact:

Gemma Ebelis, PR Manager
British Fashion Council
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7759 1989
Mob: +44 (0) 7802 393411
gemma.ebelis@britishfashioncouncil.com

Kitty McGee, PR Executive
British Fashion Council
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7759 1986
kitty.mcgee@britishfashioncouncil.com

Credits: www.catwalking.com

Giorgio Armani Women's Autumn and Winter 2010/2011 Collection

2010-04-05T21:31:26+00:00

Giorgio Armani Women's Collection

Autumn/Winter 2010-2011

THE NEW CHIC

Times change and change brings with it a new concept of chic: an indefinable attitude and mood that is not limited to the eternally reliable black skirt and white shirt, but explores nuance and shade, and interplays and contrasts, which define an unmistakable style and taste. In The New Chic, nothing is vague, approximate or uncertain – instead all is precisely stated in shape and colour, proceeding from plain black to a world charged with the vigour of coral red and Tibetan orange.

Recurrent themes of the collection include the toque , cut from tiny strips like a fringe, and a short but elegant silhouette, never abrupt and rigid at the hem, but with an A-line that is always fluid. This shape is perfectly demonstrated by the cape over a dress and the hip length caban.

Purity of line prevails throughout. There is a precise approach to shape, which is best exemplified by the new jacket with natural but square shoulders, fastened by hooks at the side to create a soft wave effect.

Eveningwear is sleek and consequently highly sophisticated, enriched by embellished fabrics, jewel embroidery and buttons like brooches. It is a bravura display of cut and the interaction of shapes. Often the pieces are luxurious and impeccable on the inside: see the cashmere lining for the velvet jacket, and the flesh coloured version of this, with its bustier design to partner the dress with a petal collar.

The New Chic continues the narrative of Armani elegance; every aspect of the detailing is of fundamental importance and shows how Armani’s sophisticated aesthetic continues to evolve season by season.

Credit: Armani Press Office

Roberto Musso’s New Collections

2010-03-25T05:00:00+00:00

Roberto Musso’s New Collections

The Japanese culture has been a big influence in the fashion world, but in the case of Roberto Musso, it is the inspiration for his fashion line. Musso attended Sorbonne University for his degree, where he paid close attention to the Japanese culture, and its influence is evident in his designs and patterns of the clothes he creates. The main focus of his clothing is the attention he gives to every detail, which in turn makes his designs unlike any other and creates a solid place for him in the industry.

Moreover, Musso collaborated with Barney’s of New York as a style consultant where he became obsessed with hand-painted designs. The focus for clothes then changed to the hand-painted creations he fell in love with, thus the attention he pays to his pieces were multiplied. He used the imperfections and uniqueness of every design to create a new style for every piece, which is unique to its sole owner. It also allowed him to experiment with different color patterns that could be intertwined to create an exclusive piece for every individual.

Musso is very careful to inject artistry into his clothes, which sets him apart from other trendsetters in the fashion world. His attentions to detail and obsession with imperfections have earned him a respectable place in his field. The designer’s collection is made for women and features many different shapes, colors and patterns made to hug and accentuate a woman’s body. He also dabbles in the making of shoes that are meant to empower a woman and provide a boost for her day.

The spring and summer 2010 collection features an array of dresses, skirts and blouses made to compliment a woman’s specific style and curves. The line makes good use of silk tops and skirts, made to sway softly in the spring breeze as women go about their lives. He has also included folds into his design so the clothes overlap and will catch the breeze perfectly to show their versatility. There are many different patterns teamed with vibrant colors to give the outfit a ‘popping’ look. However, he also created neutral pieces that one can potentially wear to a business setting. The perfect charm to add to the neutral pieces is his shoes, which have their own kind of sparkle. The shoes are designed for toes that can peek out in the front; with an instep heal in the back to give a woman that extra boost of confidence in her each step. Also, he has included the use of belts made out of fabric, which also work to bind the garment at the waist and add an accent to the outfit. The whole theme represents a mesh of different colors, with flaps and eccentric shoes that capture the liveliness of spring and its beauty.

The autumn and winter 2010/2011 collection celebrates sophisticated colors that breathe an air of elegance into every piece. Musso makes good use of the color red along the color wheel by using the lighter, as well as the deeper shades. There is an array of playfulness combined with the feeling of being sexy and sophisticated at the same time. The line has an air of high society seen in the knee-length skirts and modest dresses. The dresses are made to enhance a woman’s body and show what a fierce and powerful creature a woman can be. They are dominating and powerful in their elegance and modesty. The designer has remained consistent with his use of fabric belts that bind the garment and that extra oomph for the outfits. In this line Musso did not shy away from trousers and has used them to accentuate his flowy tops, which add to the confidence of any ensemble. The use of neutral colors is combined with the deep reds and fur to accent the outfits, whether at the collar, around the wrists around the waist. Furthermore, he has used shoes, which show off a woman’s feet with the designs leading from the toes to the ankles. They are used to accentuate the outfits and show off much of a woman’s feet, so as not to take much attention from the central piece, which would be the clothes.

Image Credits: Roberto Musso PR & Dwight Mitchell

For More Information:

Anna Cavalleri
Roberto Musso Press Office

mobile01 + 39 347 8272212
mobile02 + 39 333 3093015
skype: annarellacilena - italy
mussoroberto@libero.it
www.robertomusso.com

Hugo Boss A/W 2010 - MBFW Berlin

2010-03-04T05:00:00+00:00

MBFW Berlin Autumn/Winter 2010

Hugo Boss Collection

Images courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin

Dimitri A/W 2010 - MBFW Berlin

2010-03-03T05:00:00+00:00

MBFW Berlin Autumn/Winter 2010

Dimitri Collection

Images courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin

Custo Barcelona A/W 2010 - MBFW Berlin

2010-03-03T05:00:00+00:00

MBFW Berlin Autumn/Winter 2010

Custo Barcelona Collection

Allude A/W 2010 - MBFW Berlin

2010-03-05T05:00:00+00:00

MBFW Berlin Autumn/Winter 2010

Allude Collection

Images courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin