Fashion news: Tim Gunn smack talks Taylor Momsen, Sears teams up with FCUK and LFW models sign employment contracts

Photography by Peter Stigter
Photography by Peter Stigter

Taylor Momsen is the latest find herself in Tim Gunn’s crosshairs. “What a diva! She was pathetic, she couldn’t remember her lines, and she didn’t even have that many. I thought to myself ‘why are we all being held hostage by this brat?” Gunn told E! News of his experience on the Gossip Girl set. [The Cut]

Tara Subkoff resurrects her Imitation of Christ line with a show at Mac & Milk today. [WWD]

Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney will be participating in London’s first ever sustainable fashion show during London Fashion Week on September 17. [Vogue UK]

Tom Ford, on his return to womenswear, “It happened organically. I told myself I would not come back to women’s until I felt I had something new to say, and I decided I’m only going to do it if I have fun.” [WWD]

Reem Acra will be coming to a television near you. The Lebanese-born designer will be launching an affordable capsule collection on HSN on September 22 with prices ranging from US$39 to US$299. [InStyle]

Unlikely bedfellows Sears and French Connection will be collaborating on a contemporary clothing and accessories line for women called UK Style by French Connection. The line will be available exclusively at select Sears stores in March. [WWD]

Models walking the runways for London Fashion Week can now sign an employment contract that guarantees a minimum rate of pay, usage rights and health and safety guidelines thanks to the first ever London Fashion Week Model Programme. [Vogue UK]

Eviana Hartman has designed a dress for jewellery designer Monique Péan’s Spring 2011 jewellery presentation. The Bodkin designer was inspired by a “a solar eclipse while on a trip to French Polynesia.” [Vogue]

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