Fashion news: Hedi hints at comeback, Hamish shoots hoops, Franca blames Facebook
By Corinne Perez-Abergel, Gillian Pryor and Renee Reardin
In two recent interviews, with Menswear and the Guardian, Hedi Slimane alludes to the idea of him designing again. Though he has been rumoured to take the helm at Dior and Yves Saint Laurent, he remains vague on the idea. Instead, he takes the opportunity to bash celebrity red carpets and what L.A has done to fashion. [Fashionista]
Outspoken Vogue Italia editor-in-chief, Franca Sozzani, blames Facebook and pro-anorexia sites for the increase in eating disorders. Because, of course, fashion has nothing to do with it... [Nymag]
Could we be more obsessed with Hamish Bowles? Check out this behind the scenes video of him shooting hoops with the New York Knicks’ Amare Stoudemire. [Vogue]
Ever wonder how streetstyle photographers maintain their jetset lifestyle while trailing the fashion elite? With one image garnering upwards of $1,000 for global magazines, it’s all becoming clear. [Fashionologie]
Feel like taking in Chanel’s fall couture show? A winning bid at the Christie’s auction “Bid to Save the Earth” Green Auction, which has proceeds going to a number of environmental organizations, can get you a front row ticket among other things… including a chance to meet Karl himself! [Stylite]
We all know the nursery rhyme “There was an old lady who lived in a shoe”, but what about “there once was a man, who drove a large shoe?” [Selectism]
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