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Dessi Banova's sunglasses? Kwiat, of course!

Dessi Banova's sunglasses? Kwiat, of course!

Summer is the warmest and most cheerful season. However, except having fun, it is necessary to take much care of us, because of the specifics of the climate. Especially for us, charming TV host Dessi Banova shared her opinion about sunglasses. She was very embarrassed in choosing an appropriate pair of sunglasses, because of the great variety of colours and shapes. So were the fashion consultants from Kwiat – the first Bulgarian eyewear brand. Because of the regular and tender features of Miss Banova, most of the sunglasses fitted ideally on her face

New success for Jullia Kontogruni

New success for Jullia Kontogruni

The Bulgarian brand Jullia Kontogruni was invited to participate for a second year in Bucharest fashion week with main media partner Fashion TV. During the fashion show miss Romania walked in a wedding outfit of the fashion house. Jullia Kontogruni presented their boutique and wedding dresses, with embroideries and hand sewn stones and exquisite stays. The fabrics are from the most luxurious and limited selections of world famous brands, mainly silk, French and Italian laces, tulle, organza and satin.

Stella McCartney has begged Lindsay Lohan to stop wearing leather

Stella McCartney has begged Lindsay Lohan to stop wearing leather

The British designer - who refuses to use animal hides in her designs - is determined to persuade the 23-year-old actress to ditch any clothes containing animal skins.

A source told Britain's Daily Mail newspaper: "Stella is concerned that Lindsay is going overboard with her use of leather.

"Lindsay wears a lot of Stella's designs and she doesn't want to be associated with such a high-profile star who insists on wearing animal products.'

MANUEL BOZZI presents

MANUEL BOZZI presents "Flyin’ Woodstock" ...the wings of a Rock dream!

Italian brand MANUEL BOZZI, worldwide famous for jewels/accessories inspirated to “University of Rock’n’Roll”, dedicates an exclusive mini-collection to 40 years of a Rock 'n' Roll dream.

15th august 2009 will be WOODSTOCK’S 40th Anniversary, the birthday of the most famous music festival of the world... …and Manuel Bozzi celebrates this important event and his rock passion with a special creation: a "Flying Standard Gibson" pendant, a little devil with angel's wings

The whole swimming suit came into fashion this summer

The whole swimming suit came into fashion this summer

Ladies swimming suits made interesting transformations: from swim dresses, whole suit till model of two bikini parts. Now things are turning and instead of showing as much as possible naked skin is becoming enigmatic “hiding”.

On the fashion shows in Madrid, Milan and Paris rise up whole swimming suit. Versace, Chanel, Hermes, Stella McCartney sell them in fashion boutiques and stores. Nancy Wisebach, who is longer occupied with fashion, perceived that bikini set.

Christian Dior's collection on Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture

Christian Dior's collection on Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture

Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture finished. It continued 3 days, during which their collections presented Giorgio Armani, Jean Paul Gaultier, etc.

On the first day of the fashion performance become an event John Galliano's collection for the fashion house Christian Dior. Christian Dior Haute Couture autumn/winter 2009-10 collection obviously is inspired by transparent materials and usage of underwear as top cloth. John Galliano showed a mix of grand style dresses and underwear like 50's: silk blouses with stockings and garters, splendid skirts with beige bras and gloves, enhancing thigh bastions, short jackets and round combinations on the edge.

Beyonce Knowles wears nail rings totalling $36,000 in her latest music video

Beyonce Knowles wears nail rings totalling $36,000 in her latest music video

The 27-year-old singer had the snake-themed jewellery designed especially for the 'Sweet Dreams' promo by Bijules designer Jules Kim.

Jules told Life and Style magazine: "I designed a set of four nail rings for her that cost about $36,000.

"I was commissioned to make something unique and special for her. She got a whole set of them. They're all encrusted in diamonds, and each snake has two rubies for eyes."

Scarlett Johansson's first advert campaign for Mango has been released

Scarlett Johansson's first advert campaign for Mango has been released

The Hollywood beauty sizzles in a series of sultry images for the Spanish retailer's Autumn/Winter 09 collection.

In one shot, Scarlett is seen posing provocatively with tousled bobbed blonde hair and a bee-sting pout as she drapes herself over a leather coach wearing an 80s-inspired grey micro mini-dress, leopard print coat and towering heels.

In a black and white picture, the 24-year-old star smoulders in skinny jeans and a vest as she leans against a wall, propping one studded high heeled foot on a chair.

 The Top Model of Visage Fashion Agency Martin Martinov Is Mr World Bulgaria 2009

The Top Model of Visage Fashion Agency Martin Martinov Is Mr World Bulgaria 2009

From the world headquarters of Mr World in London 23-year-old Visage model Martin Martinov was awarded the most handsome men in Bulgaria, and his runner-ups were Georgi Georgiev and Plamen Bonev. The overachieving top model from Fashion Agency “Visage” who has travelled all over the world will represent Bulgaria in the world-wide contest which will be held on 3rd October in Seoul, South Korea.

Martin Martinov has already done world campaigns for Castro in 2007. He participated in fashion shows for Gianfranco Ferre, Prada, Diesel, as well as international Coca-Cola commercials.

Kylie Minogue sought inspiration for her stage costumes at Jean-Paul Gaultier's haute couture show

Kylie Minogue sought inspiration for her stage costumes at Jean-Paul Gaultier's haute couture show

The singer - clad in a vintage black lace cone-bra dress from the designer - was in the crowd at Paris Couture Week for the golden age of Hollywood-inspired show from the man who will co-style her forthcoming North American tour.

Models were made up in the style of classic screen sirens including Joan Crawford, Marilyn Monroe, Greta Garbo and Rita Hayworth, and took to the catwalk to music punctuated by dialogue clips and film soundtracks of the era.

The range included trench coasts, pinstripe trouser suits, tight corsets, lacy bodices fur coats, mink-trimmed tailored suits and lavish velvet gowns

Avril Lavigne is expanding her fashion line to include younger girls

Avril Lavigne is expanding her fashion line to include younger girls

The 'Girlfriend' singer - who launched her Abbey Dawn collection for juniors at US store Kohl last year - has created a children's line for the range, which is inspired by her own rocky style.

Taking about the designs, which will feature layered T-shirts with skulls on and leggings, Avril told People magazine: "We have a really cute zebra hoodie with ears and I'm like, 'Can I fit into the extra-large? Because I really like these!' "

John Galliano sent models down the catwalk in their underwear at the first day of Paris' Couture Fashion Week

John Galliano sent models down the catwalk in their underwear at the first day of Paris' Couture Fashion Week

The 'Fever in the Cabine' Christian Dior collection was inspired by shows put on in the 50s, and featured models in jackets and knickers, and skirts and bras.

Galliano was inspired by a picture of Dior backstage at a show surrounded by models hurriedly getting dressed.

He attempted to recreate the mayhem on stage, with the couture outfits available to order as sets.

Madonna's new stage costumes were designed to help her

Madonna's new stage costumes were designed to help her "make history"

Givenchy Haute Couture designer Riccardo Tisci made the outfit Madonna wears in the opening act of the second leg of her 'Sticky and Sweet' world tour - which kicked off in London on Saturday (04.07.09) - and was determined to make her look as electrifying as possible.

He said: "The new costume is super couture, sensual, Goth, bondage.

"What I wanted for the opening was to give a very iconic view of Madonna. She's wearing an outfit that will make history. I wanted to do something even stronger than what he designed for her in the tour's first leg because she wants to be stronger."

Roberto Cavalli

Roberto Cavalli "doesn't care" about the recession

The fashion designer insists the current economic crisis has not affected him and encouraged people to "love each other" to get them through hardship.

He said: "I never pay attention to costs - it's not attractive to speak about numbers. Why can't we just focus on the beauty of an object?

"I don't know anything about the financial crisis. We'll make a recovery by everyone loving their life, each other, and being positive."

Christy Turlington is the new face of Yves Saint Laurent

Christy Turlington is the new face of Yves Saint Laurent

The 40-year-old supermodel will front the fashion house's upcoming Autumn/Winter campaign, taking over from German beauty Claudia Schiffer, who starred in their most recent series of advertisements.

Christy - who has two children, Grace, five, and three-year-old Finn with husband Edward Burns -fronted YSL's campaign five years ago.

Her latest pictures, which were taken by photographers Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, will appear in fashion magazines from later this month.

Audrey Tautou is more interested in Coco Chanel's past than her style

Audrey Tautou is more interested in Coco Chanel's past than her style

The French actress - who plays the legendary French designer in new film 'Coco Avant Chanel' - is fascinated by Coco's life and loved being able to portray her on the big screen.

She said: "I've always loved Chanel's style but I was more interested in her character than the fashion. Her life is so rich, and her personality so unusual, that the story of her life is far greater than simply being a story of fashion. And I wanted to discover what lay behind the facade."

It's 63 Years Since The Invention Of The Bikini

It's 63 Years Since The Invention Of The Bikini

63 years ago on 5th July 1946 designer Louis Reard manufactures the first pair of bikini- in a two piece swimsuit, revealing the breasts for the joy of all men.

Although a scandal followed immediately after their unveiling this wasn't the first time a woman appears in such skimpy clothes in the public's view.

In 2nd century BC women, inhabiting the land where Romania currently is wore a primitive form of bra and panties which can't be seen anywhere on the beaches in present day. Nowadays the strict code of swim wear (which included covering from head to toe) was relieved of restrictions after the 1900s.

Diane Von Furstenberg's new perfume is reportedly making New York pedestrians feel unwell

Diane Von Furstenberg's new perfume is reportedly making New York pedestrians feel unwell

The coveted designer - who recently launched her new scent D Eau de Parfum - has upset US residents by pumping the strong-scented fragrance from the air vents at her store in the city's fashion-forward Meatpacking District.

One woman told the New York Post newspaper: "I literally got dizzy from this. It is putrid, awful, something you'd find on a 60-year-old matron.

Beyonce Knowles' latest fashion range will be aimed at schoolgirls

Beyonce Knowles' latest fashion range will be aimed at schoolgirls

The 'Crazy in Love' singer has teamed up with her mother Tina Knowles to launch Sasha Fierce for Dereon, which will include shoes, glasses, lingerie, sportswear and jewellery.

Tina will create the clothing and accessories but she insists Beyonce will be very involved with the designs.

She explained to WWD: "She definitely tells me what she likes and what she doesn't. It was her suggestion to line the rips of the jeans with the mesh and lace. It makes the jeans look really different from what's out there."

Kylie Minogue hates being too thin

Kylie Minogue hates being too thin

The petite singer - who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005 - has put on weight since undergoing chemotherapy treatment and believes her looks have improved because of it.

She explained: "It was hard to deal with. I still deal with it. I've got fat ankles hidden under these boots.

"But I think my body in many ways is better for having weight on it. When I look back at some pictures, especially before I was diagnosed, I just think, 'That's too thin, that doesn't look good. That doesn't look right.' "

Everything For The Wedding From Odeta

Everything For The Wedding From Odeta

Summer is the season of weddings. If this wonderful event is coming for you and you still haven't picked your dress we recommend you look through the models of fashion house Odeta.

The dresses made by designers Donka and Valeria Lazarchevi are original and sophisticated, made by hand with perfect production and quality materials.

You can choose different models of corset and skirt and have them made into a whole dress. During the producing of your dress you can change everything you don't like in the model as long as it's possible from a constructive and technological point of view.

Seventeen-years-old Shenduvan Hasanova Is The New Miss Grand de Luxe

Seventeen-years-old Shenduvan Hasanova Is The New Miss Grand de Luxe

The capital based club Grand de Luxe held its established monthly beauty pageant Miss Grand de Luxe 2009.

In the end of the year the winners will pose for a special art calendar that will be sold on a special charity ball and the proceedings donated to children in need without parents.

In this edition of the competition 12 beauties models charmed the audience and some even caused a real euphoria in the audience with their walk and curves.

L'Oreal Sued For Racial Discrimination

L'Oreal Sued For Racial Discrimination

French cosmetic company L'Oreal whose promotional slogan is “Because you're worth it” was sued for racial discrimination because the company decided that women who are black or of Arabian or Asian heritage are not worthy enough to sell the company's shampoo reports Times.

The French supreme court decided that the company was looking for a team of only white women to promote their new shampoo line.

Supermodel Karen Mulder has been arrested for making "threatening" phone calls to a plastic surgeon

Supermodel Karen Mulder has been arrested for making "threatening" phone calls to a plastic surgeon

The 39-year-old star was questioned at a Paris police station after calling the medic and reportedly demanding for a previous operation to be reversed.

A detective said: "She was screaming and shouting about the operation and became extremely threatening. There were repeated calls to the female surgeon who was extremely scared. The suspect is being interviewed."

Karen was arrested at about 10am yesterday (30.06.09) and taken to a station in the fashion district of the French capital city.

Justin Timberlake likes women to dress in feminine clothes

Justin Timberlake likes women to dress in feminine clothes

The 'SexyBack' singer - who launched his William Rast clothing line in London store Selfridges on Monday (29.06.09) - isn't a fan of ladies wearing loose, casual clothing and prefers a smarter look.

He said: "The women in Los Angeles dress like boys. Here in London, you see a lot more of that tailored, sharp look that New York women have."

His design partner Trace Ayala added: "He's right. British girls dress pretty sharp - in America people tend to wear their clothes looser."

Jennifer Lopez's seventh perfume was inspired by her twins

Jennifer Lopez's seventh perfume was inspired by her twins

The singer's latest scent, 'My Glow by Jennifer Lopez' comes in a glass bottle with images of 16-month-old Max and Emme embossed on the dual-sided cap.

The fragrance will be sold in a box which mirrors her baby shower invitations when it is released in October.

Prices of 'My Glow' will start at $49 for a 50ml bottle, and the collection will include a body lotion for $30.

Dries Van Noten's Edgy Ethnic Gents

Dries Van Noten's Edgy Ethnic Gents

Paris – In a certain sense, really good designers like really good artists and film directors, often make one extended work of art, and each show, opening or movie is just part of an extended commentary on the human comedy.

That felt very much the case Thursday, June 25, at the rain-interrupted menswear show by Dries Van Noten, the latest opus from a designer whose ethnic inspired globe-trotting gentleman style was again elegantly on display.

Though staged in Palais de Brongniart, site of the former Paris Stock Exchange, the clothes had no sense of any business gent. This was a triumph of the new understated sophistication, a collection where subtlety not sass counted.

Vilebrequin's First Boutique In Bulgaria

Vilebrequin's First Boutique In Bulgaria

The world-famous French fashion brand for male beach wear Vilebrequin opened its long-awaited first luxury boutique in Bulgaria.

The official guests and fans of the brand gathered in the“Marina Dinevi” yacht bay in the Sveti Vlas resort for a stylish party in the spirit of Saint Tropez.

In a refined atmosphere and the music of a saxophone the guest were sipping shiny champagne in combination with unconventional food specialties. To honor the great opening came Katia Duneva, business woman Petia Staevska, Planet TV's anchor Simona Pyrvanova, Dr. Rumiana Marinova – Mrs Globe, singer AnnG and three of the most handsome men in Bulgaria- Nedelcho Todorov, Ali Aliev and Lychezar Ivanov.

15 years specialty

15 years specialty "Fashion design" in Free University of Varna "Chernorizetc Hrabar"

Almost 15 years Free University of Varna "Chernorizetc Hrabar" supports young and talented people in Bulgaria, whom dream of professional realization in fashion area and producing clothes.

In 1994 Free University of Varna "Chernorizetc Hrabar" had begun fashion training with creating the specialty "Fashion design". Successfully graduated young designers have realization in different directions in fashion area like designers, fashion stylists, technologists, fashion photographers, teachers. The most bold of them try to find their own creative and business path via opening an own fashion companies.

Angelina Jolie is laid-back about her red carpet style

Angelina Jolie is laid-back about her red carpet style

The Oscar-winning beauty – who is often voted one of the world’s most glamorous women – doesn’t worry about what she’s going to wear to major events and usually sticks to a style she feels comfortable in.

She said: “I don’t think too much about what to wear on the red carpet. I usually have three basic colours and I get the same shapes in different colours!”

Although Angelina isn’t overly concerned with fashion, she admits she does like to put on glamorous outfits from time-to-time as it makes a change from her everyday clothes.

Images from Madonna's latest Louis Vuitton campaign have apparently leaked on line

Images from Madonna's latest Louis Vuitton campaign have apparently leaked on line

In the images, Madonna is reclining on a chair wearing a vivid pink and black puff-sleeved silk ruffled shirt with lacy fingerless gloves, clutching an oversized Louis Vuitton bag bearing the fashion house's signature print.

The pictures - which were taken in New York in April by Steven Meisel - are rumoured to be accompanied by a video of the 50-year-old singer.
Steven shot the last set of pictures featuring Madonna after taking over from Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, who had worked on Louis Vuitton campaigns for six years.

Pregnant Adriana Lima never thought she would become a mother

Pregnant Adriana Lima never thought she would become a mother

The Brazilian supermodel - who is expecting her first child with basketball star husband Marko Jaric this winter - can't believe how her life has turned out as she used to worry she would never settle down.

She said: "I never saw myself being married and having a child. Not because I did not want to. But it's tough to find somebody."

Adriana met the sportsman at a Los Angeles party in 2006 and says the event changed her life.

Bar Refaeli has become the new face for Garnier Fructis

Bar Refaeli has become the new face for Garnier Fructis

The supermodel has signed a deal to be the spokeswoman for the Triple Nutrition Hair Care and Anti-Humidity hairsprays, which will be released at the end of this month.

Bar - who has appeared in previous campaigns for Garnier - said: "I like Garnier and have been using their products for several years. Their products and ingredients fit my lifestyle perfectly - helping me keep my hair strong, healthy and shiny. It's such an honour to be the spokesmodel for Garnier Fructis' new launches, the Triple Nutrition Hair Care collection and the Anti-Humidity Hairsprays."

Giorgio Armani and Dolce&Gabbana open Milan menswear

Giorgio Armani and Dolce&Gabbana open Milan menswear

Milan menswear for the Spring-Summer 2010 got off to a classy start Saturday, with glitzy glamour at Dolce and Gabbana, and super refinement at Giorgio Armani.

The designing duo kicked off the four days of preview showings with a collection that matched sequined tuxedo jackets with distressed pants, adding a new chapter to the "drunge" (part dandy, part grunge) look they invented a decade ago.

Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin Racing set off to conquer new records

Jaeger-LeCoultre and Aston Martin Racing set off to conquer new records

The AMVOX2 Chronograph Racing commemorates the 50th anniversary of Aston Martin’s prodigious victory in the Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race

On June 13th and 14th, the 2009 edition of Le Mans 24 Hours is bound to thrill both motor sports enthusiasts and fine watchmaking devotees. Half a century after the extraordinary feat accomplished by Carroll Shelby and Roy Salvadori, who had snatched a complete victory at the wheel of the incredible DBRI, Aston Martin will once again be on the starting line of the legendary endurance race.

Heidi Klum is being turned into a Barbie doll

Heidi Klum is being turned into a Barbie doll

The German supermodel - who is pregnant with her fourth child - will be immortalised in plastic as part of Barbie's Blonde Ambition Collection, which celebrates iconic blondes in fashion and entertainment.

When asked what she wanted her fashion doll to look like, Heidi said: "You guys just have to hold onto your horses a little while longer and then maybe then you'll know and see." Heidi - who was given the keys to Barbie's Malibu Dream House and Car at the iconic doll's 50th Anniversary celebrations last month - is not the first celebrity to have her own doll.

MySkins company created a new underwear collection to match  every skin tone

MySkins company created a new underwear collection to match every skin tone

Have you ever wished that your underwear matched your skin tone, fit you like a glove and could be worn under any type of clothing? MySkins.com designed lingerie that does just that.

The seamless bras and panties serve as an almost invisible "foundation" beneath a woman's clothing so people can see your dress, slacks or blouse... not your underwear. For years women have suffered through a handful of lingerie colors that didn’t match their skin, but not any more!

Fashion evenings 2009 - elegance, refinement and beauty

Fashion evenings 2009 - elegance, refinement and beauty

On 13 and 14 June 2009 in Grand hotel Varna, St. Konstantin and Elena thiumphed fashion and beauty. The eight edition of one of the biggest fashion events in Bulgaria - "Fashion evenings" gathered those who appreciate beauty on a fashion show, which presented collections of famous Bulgarian designers and fashion houses, as well as importers of quality garments and accessories.

The fashion show was held with the kind stewardship of Grand hotel Varna and with the support of its general director Mr. Ivan Portnih. Official sponsor were the cigarettes Merilyn Slims. Producer of the event is Ekaterina Toneva, Mrs. Bulgaria World Beauty 2007, the organization and performance is made by Amalia Tincheva. The major media partner was the Bulgarian fashion directory Fashion.bg, which celebrated 10 years since its creation.

The ambassador of Italy gave very high praise to prof. Lubomir Stoykov

The ambassador of Italy gave very high praise to prof. Lubomir Stoykov

Prof. Lubomir Stoykov’s new book World Fashion. Part Three: Italy is already a cultural and aesthetical fact. During its official premiere at Vitosha Park Hotel, it was presented by H.E. Stefano Benazzo – ambassador of Republic of Italy to Bulgaria who is also author of the introductory words. Mr. Benazzo notices: The work of Prof. Lubomir Stoykov has the merit to tell the story of the evolution of the Italian fashion through the stories of our biggest designers from the post-war period until the present, showing that fashion is most of all a result of the labour of really unusually people rather than of more or less inspired persons, more or less anti conformists. I am grateful to Prof. Stoykov, because thanks to him, many Bulgarians who love so much our country, will be able to "understand" the Italian fashion, will be able to explain its language and symbols, rather than only fall in love from first sight.

Dolce and Gabbana are set to launch their online store

Dolce and Gabbana are set to launch their online store

The Italian fashion house's site www.dandgstore.com will sell clothes, accessories, beachwear, eyewear and jewellery, which will be available to 31 countries worldwide. Speaking about the website, Stefano Gabbana told WWD.com: "The online boutique is like a game. It's a fun and immediate way to shop, without space or time limitations. We are confident it will get people even closer to D and G's dynamic universe."

The news comes just days after the designers - whose celebrity fans include Kylie Minogue, Victoria Beckham and Naomi Campbell - announced they were cutting their prices by up to 20 per cent. Gabbana admitted people were less willing to part with their hard-earned cash during the current economic climate so have slashed the costs of their sought-after designs.

Eva Mendes in the new Calvin Klein's commercial

Eva Mendes in the new Calvin Klein's commercial

The actress Eva Mendes shows her perfect forms for new Calvin Clain's underwear campaign autumn 2009.

She poses in scanty wear and the photos caused a great excitement in Internet. Except in underwear she posed in jeans with the fashion model Jamie Dornan. Mendes is a fashion face of the American brand scent "Secret Obsession".

Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer and Eva Herzigova naked in a commercial

Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer and Eva Herzigova naked in a commercial

A picture with Naomi, Cladia and Eva is cool and the commercial campaign will cause a furore. The three fashion icons postured naked on a simple photo for Dolce an Gabbana's scent "Anthology".

The great topmodels are still on top. The beautiful star trio from the 80's and 90's still looks magnificent without any wrinkle.

Bulgarian designers' fashion show in Vien on  Fashion TV

Bulgarian designers' fashion show in Vien on Fashion TV

The designers' duo "Bipone", "Golden needle 2008" owners for the best young designer proved again that they deserve this award.

The students of New Bulgarian University succeeded in two weeks to provoke the media. After they were between the eighth finalists from whole Austria on the fashion competition "Ringstrassen Galerien Designer Award", they presented their collection glamorously on the last fashion show in Hilton hotel in Vien.

On the grand fashion performance the talented Bulgarians made the fashion specialists seriously to reestimate the value of Bulgarian fashion. Between the 500 official guests were the Bulgarian ambassador in Austria Radi Naidenov and the director of the Bulgarian Culture Institute Borislav Petranov.

 Claudia Schiffer is to front a campaign for Alberta Ferretti's first perfume

Claudia Schiffer is to front a campaign for Alberta Ferretti's first perfume

The 38-year-old German supermodel has already posed for adverts for the as yet unnamed scent, which will be launched this autumn.

Claudia confirmed: "It's an honour to be chosen as the face of the Alberta Ferretti fragrance. Alberta and I have worked together for many years and it's wonderful to be able to collaborate on this exciting project together. Alberta's designs always embody femininity and elegance which are reflected in this fragrance."

The scent is being produced by Elizabeth Arden Inc., and the campaign was shot by photographers Mert and Marcus.

Michelle Obama praised fashion as an

Michelle Obama praised fashion as an "American art form"

The US First Lady was honoured at the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) awards in New York last night (15.06.09) and praised the industry in a pre-taped video message.

She said: "Fashion is an American art form with ingenuity and craftsmanship that contribute so much to our economy and culture." Noting her "meteoric rise as a fashion icon", CFDA president Diane Von Furstenberg paid tribute to the wife of President Barack Obama, saying she had a unique look that balances the duality of her lives as an adviser and mother to Sasha, eight and Malia, 10.

Lavazza A Modo Mio

Lavazza A Modo Mio

Tens of celebrities and journalists from leading Bulgarian media gathered at the residence of the Italian Embassy on the occasion of the presentation of the exclusive innovatve espresso system Lavazza A modo mio. Giuseppe Lavazza, vice-president and marketing director of Lavazza was a special guest at the event. He introduced to all the attendants the philosophy and abilities of the new espresso system. Each guest had the possibility to taste the incredible espresso tastes of A Modo Mio.

Stella McCartney is launching a children's collection with Gap

Stella McCartney is launching a children's collection with Gap

The 37-year-old designer - who has three kids with her publisher husband Alasdhair Willis - is teaming up with GapKids and babyGap for the new line, which will launch later this year.

Stella said: "For years now I've wanted to create a collection for children, it's something I've often been asked about. I believe that this one off collaboration will be a great way for customers to be able to participate in the Stella McCartney brand."

A global Vogue celebration of fashion

A global Vogue celebration of fashion

n a bold global initiative the international editions of VOGUE will be partnering with designers, department stores and boutiques to create Fashion’s Night Out, an evening extravaganza to be held around the world on Thursday 10th September 2009.

From London to Paris, New York to Mumbai, and Beijing to Milan, VOGUE editors, models, celebrities and retailers will gather to celebrate the fashion industry and to raise shopping spirits as they take part in their respective cities’ special events.

Madonna's boyfriend has appeared in a sexy new advert for Dolce and Gabbana

Madonna's boyfriend has appeared in a sexy new advert for Dolce and Gabbana

Jesus Luz - who began dating the pop superstar earlier this year after meeting her on a steamy shoot for America's W magazine - stars alongside Eva Herzigova, David Gandy, Julienne Quevenne, Adam Senn and Noah Mills in the boxing-inspired shoot for the Italian fashion house's Autumn/Winter collection.

The campaign was shot in historical Brooklyn boxing sanctuary Gleason's Gym - where Mohammad Ali and Mike Tyson once trained - and photographer Steven Klein took inspiration from 1960 Italian movie 'Rocco e I Suoi Fratelli', about a family torn apart by love.

Orlin Pavlov entered the role of a bold corsair for a photo session

Orlin Pavlov entered the role of a bold corsair for a photo session

Orlin Pavlov entered the role of a refined gentleman in a stylish photo session for a furniture company.

The sparkling sea water, the beautiful smile and the light tones partner the young singer in the reconstitution of fairy summer mood. In some of the photos Orlin poses as sexy bold corsair.

He had exotic adventure on the sea coast, managed by the photographer Ognian Geshev

Orlin Pavlov is chosen for the photos, because he best describes the elegant, modern and sexy young man, who is suitable for presenting the mood of the fashion furniture and accessories.