UPDATE: Rent the Runway is currently INVITATION-ONLY. In order to join, please email me at editor (at) whatshaute (dot) com. Anyone who knows me well knows that I am a fickle shopper. ‘Buy today, return tomorrow’ has long been my motto. Not everything of course – I do like to keep my closet well-stocked. But […] Read More »
Gabriel Aubry is the new face of Louis Vuitton
Halle Berry‘s hottie boyfriend (and baby Nahla’s daddy) Gabriel Aubry has just been named the new face of Louis Vuitton. This is definitely a step up from Keith Richards. The Canadian-born, Calvin Klein and Versace model has already shot photos in Ibiza for LV’s spring campaign. Aubry’s agency, Wilhelmina Models, got him the contract. Madonna […] Read More »
Liya Kebede stars in H&M’s fall/winter 2009 ad campaign
H&M recently unveiled its new winter campaign starring models Liya Kebede and Andres Velencoso Segura. Kebede looks gorgeous as usual and Segura is pretty hot too. The latest campaign is a playful take on H&M’s thicker knits for winter weather. The chunky sweater’s Kebede is wearing come in a variety of light, pastel colors with […] Read More »
$3 million diamond-studded Harlequin Fantasy Bra at Victoria’s Secret
Marisa Miller is this year’s lucky model to wear the world’s most expensive bra. The $3 million diamond studded Harlequin Fantasy Bra is made by none other than Victoria’s Secret (in collaboration with Damiani), featured in its Secret Christmas Dreams & Fantasies Catalogue and debuting on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion runway show on Dec. 1. […] Read More »
Forever 21 does the Twist – ballet style
Tomorrow (October 28), Forever 21 is launching its next capsule collection. Part of the brand’s Twist line, this particular capsule consists of all ballet-themed pieces. Channel your inner dancer with tulle tutu-style skirts, scoop neck tees with printed images of toe shoes, ruffle details, floral prints, and lace tights. Although the inspiration is childlike and […] Read More »
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen launch Olsenboye
Just last week, the Olsen twins became members of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) for their luxury brand, The Row and their contemporary line, Elizabeth & James. Now, According to Women’s Wear Daily, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are launching Olsenboye, a junior brand concept that they presented to, and will be exclusive […] Read More »
Nicole Richie to launch contemporary womenswear line
According to Women’s Wear Daily, Nicole Richie is set to launch her new contemporary women’s clothing line called Winter Kate, taking after her daughter Harlow’s two middle names. The 37-piece line, which will hit stores in February, will be available in Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Ron Herman, Intermix and Kitson. Richie said: […] Read More »
What were they thinking? Emanuel Ungaro + Lindsay Lohan
It was the gasp heard round the world, or in Paris, at least, when Emanuel Ungaro debuted its Spring 2010 collection, ‘designed’ by Estrella Archs and Lindsay Lohan. Several weeks ago, the fashion house ‘tapped’ La Lohan to join as an “artistic advisor”. This was her first collection co-designed with new design chief Archs. And […] Read More »
She By Sheree – Spring/Summer 2010 at New York Fashion Week
So we’ve been waiting all year for She by Sheree and the line finally debuted during New York Fashion Week. Sooo, the looks aren’t necesarily ‘wow’-worthy but, well…they are wearable. Both Sheree’s line and Lisa Wu-Hartwell’s ‘Closet Freak’ line have that sort of slightly upscale bebe vibe – they’re full of cutesy contemporary separates that […] Read More »
Toni Francesc – Spring/Summer 2010
Toni Francesc‘s water-inspired show was a delight to the visual and audio senses. The Catalan designer’s Spring-Summer 2010 collection titled “Water’s Mood” paid homage to water in all its forms. A video installation with moving images of water – waves, currents and water drops – got us in the mood to be wowed. And that, […] Read More »
The Rachel Zoe collection for QVC looks very familiar…
UPDATE: Shop the Rachel Zoe for QVC Collection online here! Rachel Zoe‘s clothing line looks a lot like something we’ve seen before. Oh, yes, it looks just like the very wardrobe of…well, Rachel Zoe. Known for her equal parts boho and vintage glam style and fashion styling, the star stylist is set to unveil her fashion […] Read More »
Ramona Singer for HSN: gorgeous estate jewelry…gorgeous prices
If you follow my beauty reviews, you’ll recall I recently raved about Ramona Singer of the Real Housewives of New York, and her amazing new skincare line. Well, I’m very excited to let you know all about her gorgeous collection of art deco, estate-inspired jewelry Ramona is a graduate of FIT with a very extensive […] Read More »
RACHEL Rachel Roy collection now available in stores and online
I was excited to learn that Rachel Roy’s new affordable collection called RACHEL Rachel Roy, is now available at select Macy’s stores as well as RachelRoy.com. I first told you about the RACHEL collection back in April, with just a preview of the accessories. Well now the full line is here and it has been […] Read More »
Get up close and personal with the real ‘devil in Prada’ – Anna Wintour in “The September Issue”
It was a veritable “who’s who in fashion design” last night at the premiere of “The September Issue“. The documentary, directed by R.J. Cutler, is named after the most highly coveted and biggest (weighs over 4 pounds!) annual issue, the September issue of Vogue magazine. Cutler delves into the work life of one of the […] Read More »
Five reasons to ‘Fall’ in love with H&M all over again
How do I love thee Fall collection at H&M? Let me count the ways: 1. It’s the perfect special occasion dress, $49.95 2. Haute couture that’s hotly priced, $59.95 3. A woven knit dress that looks chic with a blazer taking you through the workday; ditch the blazer and add statement jewelry and kitten heels for […] Read More »
Update: ‘Get Fit’ with Reebok’s EasyTone Sneakers
UPDATE (8/7/09): The winner is Jenny S. from Kitchener, ON. Congrats to Jenny and thanks to all who entered! Stay tuned to What’s Haute Magazine for more awesome contests and giveaways! Several weeks ago I introduced you to the Reebok EasyTone sneaker. This shoe features a remarkable pillow-soft sole which makes walking and exercising feel […] Read More »
Interview with Hillary Flowers
Some people you meet in your lifetime make you wonder if they have managed to cut a deal with the Universe for a few extra hours in their particular day? They accomplish so much and are effective in so many endeavors that it seems that they have discovered some secret. Hillary Flowers makes you wonder […] Read More »
Matthew Williamson for H&M debuts today!
Today is the debut of Matthew Williamson’s capsule collection for H&M. Out of all the collaborations the Swedish retailer has done thus far, this looks to be one of the most promising and exciting (aside from Roberto Cavalli, of course). Williamson is a British designer known for his technicolor-drenched collections. The launch starts with an […] Read More »