The F*Word

Friday, November 7, 2008

Firth on Ford

COLIN FIRTH has revealed exclusively to VOGUE.COM that he has supreme confidence in Tom Ford's move from the design studio to the director's chair.

Firth will take the lead role in A Single Man, an adaptation of Christopher Isherwood's novel of the same name, which will mark Ford's first foray into film direction.

"If he turns his hand to this with the brilliance that he's turned his hand to everything else that he's ever done in his life, it'll be a masterpiece," Firth tells us.

Following on from his latest box office hit, feel-good musical Mamma Mia, Firth is certainly ready to get his teeth into the complexities of his character, a bereaved gay professor.

"It's the world seen though the eyes of a man who is seeing things for the last time and it has a particular resonance for that reason," he explains.

Filming starts this week in LA, with stars Julianne Moore, Matthew Goode, Nicholas Hoult and Ginnifer Goodwin also on board.

This story by Leisa Barnett

"I have learned to use the word 'impossible' with the greatest caution."---Werner von Braun

Lovin Life, Truth Is

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Spring 2009 is promising to be an exciting season for fashion and fashion accessories too. Here's just 3 of the selections from the Spring 2009 Season. It's not a lot, but you'll get the hint.

Let's start with one of my fav shoe designers. Christian Louboutian.

Christian Louboutin
Speeccio Mary Jane
Available Spring 2009 at Christian Louboutin

Spring 2009 is sure to mix some old concepts with some new design techniques.

Chanel
"Enamel Bib Necklace"
Available Spring 2009 at Chanel

This bag is Spring 2009 also. With bags like this I can hardly wait!

Alexander McQueen
Leather Tassel And Wish Hobo
Available in Spring 2009 from Alexander McQueen

"One of the advantages of being disorderly is that one is constantly making exciting discoveries."---A.A.Mlne

Lovin Life, Truth Is

Former Gucci CEO Near Deal With Barney's

When Gucci CEO Mark Lee announced he would not be renewing his contract when it expires on December 31, industry insiders suspected the formidable exec might be headed to a luxury brand. Making good on his desire to "pursue other interests and spend more time in New York City," it appears Lee is headed for the top slot at Barneys New York.

Following an October 15, 2008 report in the New York Post naming Lee as a contender for the CEO slot vacated by Howard Socol last May, The Daily has confirmed that Lee is deep in negotiations with Istithmar, the Dubai-based investment firm that purchased Barneys nearly a year ago for around $950 million. Socol reportedly left Barneys after a dispute over Istithmar's expansion strategy. According to sources, finding a suitable replacement has proven especially difficult due to the non-compete clauses found in most retail executives' contracts.

On Monday, Moody's Investors Services downgraded Barneys New York Inc.'s rating, due to its weaker-than-expected operating performance and debt protection measures, as well as consumer-confidence and retail-spending slowdowns. Considering the steep price Istitmar paid for the retailer, and the gloomy economic outlook, sources say the company needs to name someone fast--and Mark Lee is its safest bet.

Lee is credited with growing Gucci's revenues by 46 percent over the past four years. He hired Frida Giannini, largely seen as a respected designer, skilled merchandiser, and uncanny trend forecaster, in the wakes of Alessandra Facchinetti and Tom Ford. This season, Giannini bowed to Lee on the runway--just days after announcing he was stepping down.

Barneys currently operates nine Barneys New York stores and 19 Barneys Co-ops, along with several outlet stores. The retailer's next location will be in the Meatpacking District.

An announcement confirming Lee's appointment is said to be imminent.

Thankyou Ashley Baker as seen in FWD

"Not only is another world possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day I can hear her breathing."---Arundhati Roy

Lovin Life, Truth Is

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Favorites Of The Day

Luv these little retro-styled glasses!

Louis Vuitton
"Dorothy GM"
Available at Louis Vuitton

The bow so eloquently done! But one has to wonder was this the influence of another shoe designer? Well we do know that the design of this boot is all his. What a design!

Valentino
"Siber Ankle Boot"
Available at David's Footwear

Just plain Divine!

Erikson Beamon

Icon Teardrop Earrings

Available at Net-A-Porter

"False history gets made all day, any day, THE TRUTH OF THE NEW IS NEVER ON THE NEWS."---Adrienne Rich

Lovin Life, Truth Is

AND THE WINNER IS...

PRESIDENT ELECT BARACK OBAMA

WE ELECTED BARACK OBAMA, MORE IMPORTANTLY, WITH HIS ELECTION WE AFFIRMED A PROMISE WE MADE TO ONE ANOTHER TO GOVERN OURSELVES WITH ALL OF THE GOOD INTENTIONS THAT OUR FOUNDING FATHERS HAD. COULD IT BE THAT WE HAVE FINALLY REALIZED THAT DEEP DOWN INSIDE WE REALLY ARE THE SAME? NOW LET'S GO AMERICA! LET'S SHOW THE WORLD WHAT A DEMOCRACY TRULY LOOKS LIKE!!! AND BY THE WAY, IT LOOKS LIKE WHAT IT IS......

***AMERICA***

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*VOTE*

GO AND VOTE, PLEASE*GO AND VOTE, PLEASE*GO VOTE!*

OK, TIME FOR AMERICANS

TO BE AMERICANS

*REGARDLESS TO WHO YOU VOTE FOR*

I'M PROUD TO PARTCIPATE IN THE VOTING PROCESS

*IT'S ONE OF THE THINGS THAT MAKE ME AMERICAN*

Favorites Of The Day

Look at the lines on these shoes! It's a perfect blend of tan and brown. Now you could arguably wear this shoe to work and go straight to the party afterwards without missing a beat.

Missoni
Suede Platform Pumps

Available at Net-A-Porter

Talk about soothing....I really don't think you can get much better than this.

Philosophy
The Miracle Worker Skincare Set
Available at Sephora

I'm thinkin' bout how in the world do I want to wear this sweater. So many possibilities come to mind. Either way this sweater is so unique. If you look at the bottom of the sweater you quickly realize that this is a garment that you could wear as a dress with the right kind of tights!