Michelle Trachtenberg Attends The Grand Opening Of LOLA

Michelle Trachtenberg attends the grand opening of LOLA with Michelle Trachtenberg at LOLA on November 30, 2011 in New York City.

Versace launches its phone – Unique‎

Versace and ModeLabs Group announced the launch of a new luxury mobile phone, the Versace Unique.

The new device offers rich touches that include front fascia options constructed from either 316L grade stainless steel or an 18K yellow gold finish.

Another opulent feature is the Unique’s back, which is made of handcrafted leather and is embossed with the Versace Medusa logo.

The Versace Unique sapphire crystal screen is the largest single piece of this high-tech material ever produced for consumers.

Impossible to scratch, smooth and receptive, it provides an ideal conductivity and precision control of the touchphone interface.

Other features of note include a 5 megapixel camera and camcorder, a media player with Dolby Mobile surround sound, and 3G network and email support.

The Versace Unique will be available in Versace stores worldwide and select jewelry next month. The price will start at 5,000 EUR, which is super steep, yet somewhat expected…

Hellz Bellz X Reebok - Reebok Top-Down

The ladies at Hellz Bellz are bringing the vibe to the sneaker scene for girls with a new collaboration with Reebok. Working on the Reebok Top-Down model, the kicks get some HELLZ treatment with some tough-luxe studs on the side panel and black and white portrait graphics on the inside lining. While the HELLZ and Reebok logo is emblazoned on the outside, the top can be easily flipped down to reveal the punk-inspired graphics. The ladies left no details uncovered, so the outsoles also feature a quote in the label’s usual sassy manner– ” I’m ten steps ahead of you”. These sneakers will be available later this year at retailers including CLVII, so do stay on the look out for them!

Givenchy Play ~ new fragrance

Givenchy will launch Givenchy Play, a new fragrance for men fronted by pop star Justin Timberlake, this coming September.

Givenchy Play will be available in a “regular” and an intense Eau de Toilette, both centered on amyris wood. The Eau de Toilette will include notes of bitter orange, grapefruit, black pepper and patchouli; the Intense version features bergamot, tangerine, pink pepper, vetiver, tonka bean and patchouli. The scents were developed by perfumers Emilie Coppermann and Lucas Sieuzac.

The Givenchy Play bottle is designed to look like an MP3 player, and will be available in 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette or 100 ml Eau de Toilette Intense. (via cosmeticnews, abc-luxe, glamourparis)

Dr. Martens x Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2009 “Metallic” Pack

Once again Dr. Martens worked with Raf Simons for Fall/Winter 2009. The designer added some new flavors to the otherwise classic UK footwear range and worked with metallic colors this season. Different kind of low top and high top boots are featured in the line-up, all coming with gold, silver and bronze metallic uppers. Look out for a release in the coming months. Image via WAD Magazine.

Vivienne Westwood Boudoir Jouy (2009)

La grande dame terrible of British fashion Vivienne Westwood has released a new perfume called Boudoir Jouy to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the original Boudoir launched in 1998. The new composition is inspired by Madame de Pompadour and the imagined atmosphere of her 18th century boudoir, as well as by the famous toiles de Jouy that would have hung in that intimate room.

"This romantic fragrance is as subtle and sensual as the original Boudoir, but with a fresher signature, top notes of Red Berries and Mandarin Zest, mingled with the lush green scent of Bamboo Sap.

In the heart, the smooth, powdery notes of Orris are freshened by Red Peony and Jasmine Petals, evoking the texture and colours of toile de Jouy. The dry-down blends crystalline white amber with mellow cashmere wood."

One can only appreciate the fact that the perfume aims to capture the very colors and textural feel of a pink toile de Jouy.

A 50 ml bottle price is around 50 euro / 65$. For fashionistas, please consider the Vivienne Westowood neckerchief also inspired by a toile de Jouy pattern.

Perfumistas can also choose to spray their scent on the neckerchief to allow for a quick change of wardrobe.

Matthew Williamson launches H&M range NYC

Matthew Williamson on Tuesday set Manhattan alight with his radiant collection for H&M. The summer range follows the successful launch of his limited-edition womenswear collection that launched in around 200 H&M stores worldwide on April 23. The party was held on The Majesty, a boat that was docked at the South Street Seaport and lit up in pink neon lights. With a performance by the legendary Grace Jones and guests including Lucy Liu, Helena Christensen and Mary Kate Olsen, revelers admired the new collection for men and women, available from May 14 worldwide.

“I think Matthew’s line right now is perfect timing. It is warm and gorgeous in New York and he always brings so much color and spring everywhere he goes” says Lucy Liu.

Working with H&M has been such a wonderful experience. The global launch event in New York City was a spectacular soiree. I was delighted to see so many of my friends from the fashion world support this collection. The models were beautiful and it was a special treat to have Grace Jones perform for me and my friends. I hope everyone is as excited as I am for my collection to hit stores globally on May 14 – including my first ever designs for men,”says Matthew Williamson.

Inside the ship, attendees were able to view the summer collection full of Williamson’s signature prints, tailored cuts and for the first time, a menswear line inspired by his own sophisticated style. Live models sashayed throughout the party donning the fabulous collection and also served as the background for the talented Grace Jones.

“The collection is all very typical Matthew Williamson. Wonderful colors and prints and all beautifully made. It goes really well with H&M’s own summer collection too”, says H&M's creative advisor Margareta van den Bosch.