You can avoid knockoffs online Jul 21, 2008
A recent Forrester Research Inc. report notes that only one-third of luxury brands actually sell their products online; if they are not careful, consumers can easily be fooled by scam sites bearing some of the best-known luxury labels, including Prada, Fendi, Coach, Rolex, Tiffany, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry and Calvin Klein. With the economy slowing down, consumers are looking for bargains, and unfortunately, unbelievable deals on luxury items are advertised all over the Internet. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Mills looking for another U.S. home Jul 19, 2008
The apartment is in the prestigious 173 Perry Street block, designed by architect Richard Meier, and boasts celebrity neighbors including Nicole Kidman and Calvin Klein. It is located in the city's West Village area and lies just half a mile from a store owned by Heather's ex-stepdaughter, fashion designer Stella McCartney. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Trophy lives Jul 18, 2008
"There's still so much that could be done with Andy's case.East Coast meets West Coast Ed Kane was on the West Coast last night at a party celebrating the opening of Shrine at the MGM at Foxwoods. (Wait, isn't Foxwoods on the East Coast?) Kane flew to LA with Sox owners John Henry and Tom Werner - on Henry's jet, of course - and the trio hooked up there with Shrine co-owners Joe Kane and Randy Greenstein. The guest list for last night's shindig, held at a Beverly Hills mansion, included Paul... (Boston Globe)
Here Come The Judges Jul 15, 2008
Sept. 10: Calvin Klein creative director Francisco Costa judges astrologically inspired team projects. Sept. 24: LL Cool J is the type of guy to tell the designers about fashion inspired by music. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
High street eyes Manhattan preppies Jul 13, 2008
But now skinny, youthful, schoolgirlish tailoring has been seen at Givenchy, Calvin Klein, Phillip Lim and Lanvin ... Blazers They've been big for a while (Balenciaga started the trend last season) but skinny schoolgirlish tailoring was seen on the Givenchy, Calvin Klein, Phillip Lim and Lanvin catwalks. (Guardian Unlimited)
Rise and rise of the pansexual Jul 5, 2008
She is also the face of a new Calvin Klein campaign in the US that has been criticised for its risque nature. Pssssst. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Beach season has arrived. Here's how to look your best Jul 3, 2008
Designers like Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger have been stepping up their men's swimwear offerings, Klietmann says. And women perhaps have more options available now than they ever have, adds Lee. (Boston Globe)
Harvey Nichols, Domino's Pizza to hit Indonesia Jun 30, 2008
MAP's brand portfolio includes Calvin Klein, Emporio Armani, Giorgio Armani, Loewe, Massimo Dutti, Zarra, Marks and Spencer, Lacoste, Kipling, Swatch, Reebok, Adidas, Topshop, Topman, Nine West, Pizza Marzano, Burger King and Cold Stone Creamery. (dia). (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Men's Fashion for Summer 2008 Jun 29, 2008
From the menswear runways of Calvin Klein and Bottega Veneta come more manly pinks of magenta and light, but toughened, shades there is nothing feminine about pink if you pair it well flamboyant it may be, but boring it s not. Pink is as hot on the women s runways as it is on the men s and is being touted as a new classic color staple. (Suite101.com)
Open necks and wallets are musts Jun 29, 2008
At Calvin Klein, Italo Zucchelli sent out two fluorescent suits in a collection otherwise based on white and grey muscled sportswear. The effect for men will be more a powerfully coloured T-shirt worn with pale blue jeans. (Guardian Unlimited)
Carolina Herrera Resort Collection ... Jun 27, 2008
Along with a list of distinguished designers such as Calvin Klein s Francisco Costa, Marc Jacobs, Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler nominated for this year's CFDA awards, Herrera received her Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award, in recognition of her contribution to American fashion. Describing one of the greatest highs in her career as the first time I saw a woman walking down the street in one of my designs, on Style. (Suite101.com)
MENSWEAR MILAN: Calvin Klein: Color refreshes clean lines Jun 25, 2008
Calvin Klein: Color refreshes clean lines - International Herald Tribune. Chris Moore/Karl Prouse Calvin Klein ... Calvin Klein: Color refreshes clean lines. (International Herald Tribune)
LUX5 Luxury Lifestyles Chicago event fascinating way to witness ultimate indulgences Jun 25, 2008
The guests included his friend Elizabeth Taylor, who cohosted the party, Gianni Agnelli, Robert Maxwell, Barbara Walters, Henry Kissinger, twin advice columnists Ann Landers and Abigail Van Buren, Walter Cronkite, Regis Philbin, gossip columnists Liz Smith and Claudia Cohen, Barry Diller, Rupert Murdoch, Calvin Klein, newspaper publisher Katharine Graham, opera singer Beverly Sills, Lee Iacocca, actress/socialite Dina Merrill, Oscar de la Renta and half a dozen U.S. state governors and the CEOs... (Munster Times, IN)
UO thinks Pink in new line of gear Jun 24, 2008
How about textbooks by Calvin Klein. -- Vivian McInerny. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Latest Children's Fashion News Jun 24, 2008
Warnaco Group Buys Calvin Klein Children. In Mid-May, Warnaco Group Inc., an apparel maker, purchased the rights to Calvin Klein children s jeans and clothing for $41 million dollars (Commerce Clothing previously held the license ... New York-located Warnaco already makes most Calvin Klein merchandise, as well as Chaps by Ralph Lauren, Bodyslimmers and other brands. (Suite101.com)
Lord Paul adds P3 to London art map Jun 24, 2008
Since opening in June 2007, P3 has hosted the launch of Architecture Week, fashion shows by Calvin Klein, Marks and Spencer and Top Man, an installation by furniture designers. Established and Sons whose Chairman is Angad Paul, and a major installation commissioned by art group Artangel, Stifter's Dinge. (Sify.com, India)
The 20 most powerful celebrity makers Jun 23, 2008
Beetz first impressed at Coty by acquiring part of Unilever Cosmetics (and perfumes for Calvin Klein, Chlo; and Cerruti in the process), and rejuvenating Rimmel London from tatty high-street brand to a Kate Moss-fronted success worldwide. But it's Beetz's work in 'celebutainment' brands that's exceptional. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
Democrats fear women may go McCain's way Jun 22, 2008
The 44-year-old spent the week addressing fashion and family to soften her image: wowing a rag trade fund-raiser organised in part by Vogue's Anna Wintour (the inspiration for The Devil Wears Prada) and Calvin Klein, and drawing three standing ovations for a speech at a women's advocacy conference. Fans like Priscilla Cretecca lined up for the TV show from 6am, despite not having tickets. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cole Haan's future Jun 21, 2008
Paul Overfield, vice president and design director, joined the company in 2007 after working with fashion brands including Calvin Klein, Gucci and Oscar De La Renta. Based in New York, Overfield visited the Cole Haan store at Bridgeport Village this week for its reopening. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Elle Macpherson's sex life revealed in new steamy memoir Jun 17, 2008
According to the New York Post, former Calvin Klein male model Bruce Hulse is writing the kiss and tell book about his sexual exploits with some of the world's most beautiful women. Silver fox Hulse, now 55, is married with two children, but that has not stopped him from penning the book Sex, Love and Fashion about his former bed-hopping days. (Sydney Morning Herald)
A New York institution choked by the velvet rope Jun 16, 2008
So Calvin Klein and Diane von Furstenberg and the city's chief of police rubbed shoulders (literally; the red-vinyl-and-chrome chairs are crammed together) with Roy Lichtenstein and David Byrne and Jackie Hoffman and drag queen Flotilla DeBarge. Which is partly why the loss of Florent is being mourned by a rainbow coalition, from investment bankers to the gay community. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Get a handle on purses with personality Jun 16, 2008
The Council of Fashion Designers of America recognized Francisco Costa at Calvin Klein as top womenswear designer during festivities at the Celeste Bartos Forum of the New York Public Library in Manhattan. The site abuts Bryant Park, where fashion week is staged each February and September. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stylish Stampede Jun 13, 2008
Friday, June 13, 2008 Last Update: 07:45 AM EDT. FRIDAY THE 13TH LUCKY FOR SOME. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Tribute planned for Ledger at premiere Jun 11, 2008
Actor Heath Ledger attends the Calvin Klein After Party during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2008 on September 11, 2007 in New York City. (Andrew H. Walker, Getty Images). (WOKR13 Rochester)
Ford, Costa, Burch win CFDA awards Jun 9, 2008
The big award of the evening, for womenswear designer of the year, presented by the eclectically dressed trio of Mendes (in a slinky white Calvin Klein gown), Beckham (in a frothy black and white Marc Jacobs micromini) and Gyllenhaal (in a slouchy green and black top over pants, by Proenza Schouler), went to Costa for his minimalist spring and fall collections for Calvin Klein. Ford, who bowed out of women's wear after huge success at Gucci and then a tumultuous turn at YSL Rive Gauche, went off... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Zang Toi to show at Scottsdale Fashion Week Jun 9, 2008
New York-based Toi isn't a household name like Calvin Klein or Diane von Furstenberg, but he is well-known in the fashion industry for his craftsmanship and flattering silhouettes. His upcoming fall collection for women has a czarina-chic theme and is almost entirely black, red and white. (AZCentral -- Style)
Gurgaon Central; Mall without doors Jun 8, 2008
There are brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, FCUK, Springfield, Esprit, UCB, Calvin Klein, Nautica apart from the Indian brands such as Aakriti, Pantaloon, Wills Lifestyle, Lilliput, Gini & Jony etc. The food zone has Food Bazaar and eateries such as State of Punjab, Republic of China, Chaat Bazaar, Hotwich, Pizza for Friends and Not Just Dosas. (India Times)
* As New York of old disappears, landmark diner calls it quits Jun 8, 2008
The restaurant has counted among its clients designer Calvin Klein, singers Lou Reed and Amy Winehouse, but mostly catered to a crowd of students and artists who consumed fries, sausages, mussels, onion soup and beer. Now, it seems everything has changed in the neighborhood, which has morphed into the hot area for movie stars, models, investment bankers, pricey fashion houses and glitzy nightclubs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Accessory Network Group Signs Jen Groover Butler Bag License for Handbags and Accessories Jun 7, 2008
ANG's Prestige Division holds licenses to design, manufacture and distribute Handbags & Accessories for leading designer brands such as Vera Wang Lavender Label, Karl Lagerfeld, Tahari, Calvin Klein, and Cynthia Rowley. In addition, ANG wholly owns the Ghurka brand, known best for its fine leather goods for travel, home and the sporting life. (Primezone Releases)
The revolutionary Jun 6, 2008
"When Yves was alive, all the huge names in fashion Bill Blass, Oscar de la Renta, Calvin Klein, Claude Montana could not help but be affected," recalled Marian McEvoy, who befriended the designer in the mid-'70s, when she worked in Paris as an editor of Women's Wear Daily. "His was a very profound influence," she said, noting that there was no shame or hesitation in knocking off his most compelling ideas. (International Herald Tribune)
Emotions high as Posh steps into muse role for US designer Marc Jun 4, 2008
Presenting the designer of the year award to Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa wasn't the only reason behind Victoria's high spirits. The former singer - who announced at the end of the Spice Girls tour she was quitting the music business to concentrate on fashion - arrived on the arm of Marc Jacobs. (hellomagazine.com)
Fashion Designers Honor Their Own Jun 4, 2008
And Eva Mendes wore a clean white column by Francisco Costa, the women's designer at Calvin Klein ... "That's a tough one," said Calvin Klein. (New York Times)
CFDA Awards Top Designers Jun 4, 2008
Winner: Francisco Costa (Calvin Klein). Three celebrities were on hand to model outfits by the nominees. (Suite101.com)
The clothing boss who keeps getting caught with his pants down Jun 4, 2008
Last month Charney was named retailer of the year, an honour previously awarded to Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss and Oscar de la Renta. One wonders if his employees would agree. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Buyers skittish on deal for fashion house Roberto Cavalli Jun 4, 2008
Designers from Giorgio Armani to Kevin Carrigan, who is with Calvin Klein, have complained that the push for profit by buyout firms can crimp the creativity needed to create a luxury brand. Private equity typically looks to make a return on investment of 20 percent to 30 percent in three to five years before selling. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Daniel Radcliffe, Brad Pitt, Amy Winehouse Jun 4, 2008
Costa, designer for Calvin Klein, was beckoned to the podium by the actress Eva Mendes, who, alongside Victoria Beckham and Maggie Gyllenhaal, presented him the prize for best womenswear designer. Mendes appeared in a sleek white gown for Costa, Beckham in a short, pouffy minidress for Marc Jacobs and Gyllenhaal in a green-and-black checkerboard tunic for Proenza Schouler. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
CFDA Names Francisco Costa 2008 Womenswear Designer of the Year Jun 4, 2008
Calvin Klein Collection's Women's Creative Director Wins Second Prestigious Award. NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Calvin Klein, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: - ), today announced that the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) last night named Francisco Costa the Creative Director for the womens Calvin Klein Collection the 2008 Womenswear Designer of the Year ... Calvin Klein Collection women's creative director Francisco Costa and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Costa, Ford and Burch are fashion's big winners Jun 4, 2008
Costa, designer for Calvin Klein, was beckoned to the podium by actress Eva Mendes, who had presented the prize alongside Victoria Beckham and Maggie Gyllenhaal. Each seemed to be a cheerleader for her favorite designer Mendes in a sleek white gown for Costa, Beckham in a short, pouffy minidress for Marc Jacobs and Gyllenhaal in a green-and-black checkerboard tunic for Proenza Schouler. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Tributes for Yves Saint Laurent Jun 3, 2008
"Mr Saint Laurent revolutionized modern fashion with his understanding of youth, sophistication and relevance. His legacy will always be remembered," said Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa. Saint Laurent began to change the face of the fashion industry when he became chief designer of the House of Dior at just 21. (BBC News -- Europe)
* Famed French couturier Yves Saint Laurent dies Jun 3, 2008
His legacy will always be remembered, Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa said. Saint Laurent was born on Aug. 1, 1936, in Oran, Algeria. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Big names turn out for fashion's Oscars Jun 3, 2008
Said presenter Calvin Klein: "Carolina's aesthetic is a reflection of who she is. Carolina herself is the embodiment of the Herrera woman." Other winners included Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa for womenswear designer of the year, Tom Ford for menswear and Tory Burch for accessories. Kim Cattrall, who presented the menswear award, joked that the nominees' designs "are the only men's clothes Samantha Jones wouldn't want to take off.". (USA Today -- Life)
Ladies wear red to the Academy Awards Jun 2, 2008
Amy Ryan went more restrained but classy in (again) a one-shouldered silk column in deep navy from Calvin Klein. Black was anything but basic on , who was drop-dead in a thick diamond choker and 's strapless, black silk taffeta gown right off his fall runway. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Designer Yves Saint Laurent Dies At 71 Jun 2, 2008
Yet his long career allowed to him to experience many a renaissance, enjoying fame alongside Calvin Klein and Halston in the Studio 54 days of the 1970s, and as a veteran next to Valentino, Lagerfeld and Armani in the '90s. In the 21st century, he was simply known as a legend. (Forbes)
John Varvatos expands fashion empire to S.F. Jun 2, 2008
Varvatos' penchant for drawing on the past for inspiration, then using Old World techniques to create something suitable for tomorrow, has become his signature since he struck out on his own in 2000 after designing for Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. His skill at blending old and new, preppy and edgy, Europe and the rest of us to create what he calls "functional, timeless clothing that is created to be lived in" has been recognized three times by the Council of Fashion Designers of America. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Lindsay Lohan talks about her troubled life Jun 1, 2008
Yeah, Sam Ronson, too, and my friend Lauryn Flynn at Calvin Klein. When I m in London, I m close to Bryan Adams. (Times Online)
Dress for less and less May 29, 2008
A three-pack of Calvin Klein men's briefs costs $21 ... An anecdotal price comparison for 31 name-brand clothing items such as Calvin Klein underwear, a Chanel tweed cardigan, a pair of L'eggs pantyhose, Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses and a wool crepe jacket from Anne Klein would seem to demonstrate that while luxury prices have outpaced inflation, lower-priced clothes have generally experienced deflation. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Fashion and the city May 29, 2008
Cynthia Nixon wore a foxy black maxi dress by Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein, with two finely-pleated straps, cut to her waist most definitely the winning outfit on the red carpet. Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2008 iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
Fashion adjusts to climate change May 27, 2008
Of the several dozen presentations over the past two weeks, designer John Galliano won praise for his fantasy fiesta-inspired Christian Dior catwalk show in New York; Chanel's Karl Lagerfeld threw an Esther Williams-inspired pool party in Miami with a display of synchronised swimmers; and at Calvin Klein, designer Francisco Costa showed sexy, sophisticated clothes that drew acclaim. Some designers see changes in their business to do with climate; others say that they have clients all over the... (Guardian Unlimited)
True Blue Gents Of Finance May 23, 2008
This from the likes of a bakery operation in Spain, a Dutch newspaper group, a Rumanian mobile phone company and in the U.S., the fashion clothing companies of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger. The lesson Cohen learned was to change strategies and not be straight-jacketed by your original business model. (Forbes -- Business)
Hamilton coolly launches casual surf fashion line May 22, 2008
When one has images of a fashion designer, a hard-charging older gentleman such as Calvin Klein or an eccentric diva like Donatella Versace come to mind. But then there's Laird Hamilton, who introduced his Wonderwall collection last week in New York. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Ties make a comeback: thin is in for Fathers Day May 21, 2008
Its all about younger attitudes, says Balest, who sees the trend in brands like Calvin Klein. People are more fit, they are working out and they really do want to get credit for all the work and effort theyre putting into taking care of themselves. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Charge your cards! May 20, 2008
Here you'll find the usual couture suspects, such as Louis Vuitton and Hermes, but also famous American chains such as Victoria's Secret and Calvin Klein. For more custom couture, the cities of Asia call. (iAfrica.com)
Father’s Day ties: Thin is in May 18, 2008
It s all about younger attitudes, says Balest, who sees the trend in brands like Calvin Klein. People are more fit, they are working out and they really do want to get credit for all the work and effort they re putting into taking care of themselves. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Catwalk scouts search for next designer talent May 18, 2008
Scouts from Herm;s, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs and high-street brands such as the American company Abercrombie have visited in previous years ... British designers often work abroad, both in luxury fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton, Pucci and Calvin Klein and at clothing companies such as Gap and Abercrombie. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Spiritually Speaking: On the importance of good taste May 16, 2008
Even Calvin Klein and Wal-Mart. So I ll continue to shop at The Natick Mall (my mistake Collection. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Portrait of Dorian May 15, 2008
The family business produces clothes for brands such as Donna Karan and Calvin Klein. Law or medicine were the other options, if Ho didnt want to take the traditional Chinese route and follow the family calling. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
KIDDIE-PORN CHIC: BEYONCE'S TINY HO'S May 14, 2008
And, of course, Calvin Klein started it all with 15-year-old Brooke Shields purring that "Nothing comes between me and my Calvins.". But the House of Dereon photo spread sinks even lower. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Fashion focusWho was dazzling and daring on the Sex and the City red carpet May 14, 2008
Nixon's detractors will be staggered to note that hers was the most fashion-conscious statement of all: a daring, black maxi dress by Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein. Two finely-pleated straps, cut to her waist, barely concealed Nixon's breasts, and the actress looked more like Charlotte Rampling in Night Porter than the uptight lawyer Nixon plays in the show. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Sex and the City stars hit red carpet for premiere May 13, 2008
Cattrall wore a red Vivienne Westwood dress and Nixon was in a floor length black pleated Calvin Klein gown. Davis wore a more modest vintage fuschia dress. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Classic Kate hits the jackpot May 12, 2008
" Calvin Klein has just put her in his new jeans campaign, placing the actress on billboards and in magazines all over the world. "She's a classic yet there is this casualness about her. She's never overdone. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ladies wear red to the Academy Awards May 12, 2008
Amy Ryan went more restrained but classy in (again) a one-shouldered silk column in deep navy from Calvin Klein. Black was anything but basic on , who was drop-dead in a thick diamond choker and 's strapless, black silk taffeta gown right off his fall runway. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
"Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle May 8, 2008
Sort of like how those Calvin Klein ads featuring a mostly bare capture the passion for American underwear. Well, ESPN can certainly hope it's like that. (Yahoo News -- Survivor)
The World's Most Successful Male Models May 8, 2008
Soon after, a Brazilian-Cuban trend entered thanks in part to Bruce Weber, the photographer responsible for the iconic Calvin Klein advertisements. Grunge followed. (Forbes -- Business)
Costume gala draws fitting crowd May 6, 2008
Liv Tyler and Eva Mendes wore Calvin Klein. Oscar winner Tilda Swinton wore Prada. (USA Today -- Life)
Signs of the times May 5, 2008
Designer names are used, as well: According to Gonzalez, some gangs are partial to Calvin Klein, the initials being repurposed as "Crip killer." One Detroit gang that Varano looked at, the Cash Flow Posse, dressed all in University of North Carolina gear for reasons he was never able to determine. In one form or another, many of these signs are then adapted into popular culture as a signal of urban authenticity - a kind of streetwise fashion statement. (Boston Globe)
