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If Marc Jacobs is going to do anything, he's going to do it with some wit and panache—so it's not too surprising that he's launching a Facebook game in honor of the new Marc Jacobs scent, Bang. Called "Bang You're It," the game launches today and takes poking to a whole other level—you can "bang" your friends' profile pictures with a program by giving your mug the same impacted, crumpled look as the Bang fragrance bottle. The more profiles you "Bang," the more points you get (bonus points for getting banged by people from other countries, and—appropriately—for getting banged after midnight). One special bang player will be chosen each day to win a prize, including the fragrance, Marc Jacobs clothing, and even an insane trip to NYC to attend the MJ runway show. The fragrance itself is available at Bloomingdale's and at Marc Jacobs boutiques for $55 for the 1.7 oz. and $75 for the 3.4 oz. Check out our exclusive images from his nude photo shoot below, as well as check out the link to the MJ game to start banging your Facebook friends right now.

Oh Lady Gaga. By now, there's really almost nothing you can wear that will shock us, besides maybe a plain t-shirt and jeans. But, still, when we peeped this look we thought...really? The NYC singer rocked a cream-colored cocoon straitjacket dress concoction, at an airport no less, that made us feel claustrophobic just by looking at it. Apparently the straps at the bottom were so tight, she could barely walk across the terminal. Luckily, she had a giant cup of coffee to give her wings, plus two burly bodyguards—just in case she needed to be carried to the nearest mental institution. (Daily Mail)

• YouTube – ITERATING MY WAY INTO OBLIVION by Carlo Zanni – Carlo Zanni's movie set to a computer narration of Youtube's terms of service overlays a new voice over every time the company updates those terms. Over time the movie will become unintelligible.

Kate Moss returns to Longchamp for a second season of her highly popular signature handbags. Do you love or hate? Answer in the comments indies.

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Are you really surprised that Balmain rules this chart?

I’m not one to complain about prices. For example I don’t think you can put a price on art, or frown at the price of a fish dish at a restaurant. But when it comes to basics, like jersey tees, should they really cost so much just because they need to uphold the brands price range? Sure, we’ll usually get some type of embellishment, like holes, rips, embroidery or prints, but in the end, it’s still a basic jersey tee.

Take a look and tell me if you think they’re worth it!

1. Balmain – Rip detail t-shirt – $1441, after sale reduction – $1009

2. Valentino – Lace-detail jersey tank – $790

3. Meadham Kirchhoff – Tinsel embroidered t-shirt – $774

4. Alexander McQueen – Beaded skull cotton-jersey T-shirt – $750

5. Balmain – Flower print t-shirt – $696

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Terry Richardson gets into his own Situation with Snookie and the rest of the Jersey Shore

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Armani Exchange Premieres their latest ad campaign. Sexy.

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Ever dreamed you had a way to connect with the designer boutiques of Milan, UK, Paris and more of Europe ? Here it is.

Eurostyle-bo utique.com is an online fashion platform created for both boutique retailers and fashion lovers from every continent. Boutique owners can list the merchandise from their stores FREE and anyone ca n shop for the latest and greatest– we’re not joking, either. Burberry and Koolaburra footwear, AG Jeans, dresses from Donna Karan, Alexander Wang and Helmut Lang… just to name a few.

If you’re listing products, Eurostyle-boutique connects your merchandise with their high-demand (and nearly limitless) client base in Asia. Meaning you gain International exposure and product sales simply by signing up with Eurostyle Boutique. Check out the boutique owner’s invite or contact me here for the rest of the details!

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Triple L Society Women’s RSS 11 By Lawrence E. Nurse

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I almost blew my ice tea through the nose (I’m a real class act) when I saw this item on WWD about the 2010 How America Shops MegaTrends Study – ‘The Odyssey Begins to the New Retail World‘pdf. Apparently, we ladies were effortlessly tucked into 5 different shopper type boxes and given silly names to match our new found identities.

Shopping airhead types according to the report:

24% – Bubble Bobbie: “Hurt by the recession, not much money, but a girl’s just got to shop.”

Translation: Bobbie is a special kind of lady.Well … not that special, they’re all the same in the end. She doesn’t have a lot of money because who would take seriously or hire a grown woman going by the name ‘Bubble Bobbie’? She would probably spend most of the day doing her nails and chit-chatting to her equally ‘Bubble Bobbie’-ish girlfriends and then leave early because you know, a girl just got to shop.

21% – Shop-a-lot Sue: “Hurt by the recession, but determined to shop smarter to get what she wants.”

Translation: Sue probably managed to put away her female chachkes and knickknacks for long enough a time to get some type of community college degree. But you can still sell pretty much anything to her, just make sure the discounts you flaunt in front of her face are in the double digits. There’s nothing like a rush of saving a buck, right?

20% – I’ll-pass Patty: “Never joined the shopping culture so the recession doesn’t hurt much. Why would anyone want to shop?”

Translation: She’s a dyke. Don’t bother with her.

18% – Miserable Mona: “Hurt by the recession, always struggles, but that’s her lot in life. Why shop if you can’t buy?”

Translation: Mona is really a Bubble Bobbie on PMS. Give her some space and she’ll come around. What you gonna do. Women.

17% – Chic chic Charlotte: “Spared by the recession. A devoted (affluent) shopper, but with a new reserve about excess consumption.”

Translation: She’s got an expensive taste and a rich husband that tells her that shopping won’t look so good when you’re on the bailout payroll. You can still sell things to her, just convince her it’s her own, very smart, choice.

Yup. There you have it. I’m sure you’re settling into one of these already, without even noticing it.

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Clockwise from top: JOOMI NYC’s pearl and spike bracelet ($60); MAWI’s gold “Costume Luxe” double-claw set-crystal and spike bracelet ($243); ROCK & REPUBLIC’s tumbled nappa-leather “Saffon” peep-toe studded bootie ($180); LUCKY STAR JEWELRY’s “Calypso” silver ring ($24); CONTEMPO’s teardrop chain earring in gunmetal ($5); LEATHEROCK’s black “lamber” leather purse with silver stud hardware ($120)

High glamour meets tough chic as heavy metals and spikes merge with precious jewels and refined silhouettes to create the most arresting accessories of the season.

Fashion Editor: N. Jayne Seward; Photographer: Ben Cope/www.BenCope.net; Stylist Assistants: Rhea Cortado and Cecily Haubner

DIRECTORY (All prices are wholesale): A.Z. by AZATURE Los Angeles (888) 494-6116; CHAN LUU The New Mart, Suite 1107 (213) 624-0856; CONTEMPO California Market Center, B1069 (213) 623-4124; JOOMI NYC Cooper Design Space, Suite 640 (213) 683-8086; LEATHEROCK

CMC B1069 (213) 623-4124; LIQUID METAL The New Mart, Suite 807 (213) 553-9290; LUCKY STAR JEWELRY Cooper Design Space, Suite 301 (213) 785-2201; LULA by ANGELICA COTA The New Mart, Suite 509 (213) 623-4481; MAWI Lady Liberty Building, Suite 201 (213) 955-6116; NOIR Cooper Design Space, Suite 640 (213) 683-8086; REPORT SIGNATURE Cooper Design Space, Suite 513 (425) 586-4940; ROCK & REPUBLIC The New Mart, Suite 1111 (310) 218-3432; RODRIGO OTAZU Cooper Design Space, Suite 219 (213) 627-9740; TWISTED SILVER The New Mart, Suite 807 (213) 553-9290; ZIRCONMANIA The New Mart, Suite 509 (213) 623-4481

(apparelnews.net)

I’ll have one of each please…starting with the shoes!

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(luxuo.com)

Scarlett makes a stunning picture!

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Article published on “Anarchitecture” n.18, September 2007; p. 112.

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We thought we'd never say this, but check out this truly beautiful new Juicy Couture collection. Thanks to Erin Fetherston, the velour-'n'-glama' brand got an elegant kick in the derrier. That's not to say that this collection is devoid of the usually tacky fabric—it comes now in a beautiful '30s-style champagne gown and luxe jackets that are paired with draped skirts, girlish jumpsuits, and costume jewelry that are a mix of art deco and Erin's signature, ultra-femme aesthetic. She's yet to face-off with the iconic tracksuit, but she's already planning on deconstructing the pieces for a modern silhouette. Prices for this collection range between $72 and $172, and will be available in stores come fall. (WWD)

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Christian Dior simply doesn't do run-of-the-mill scaffolding. The 57th Street store closed for a makeover on July 15th, and instead of erecting basic plywood to hide the changes, they put up a massive Lady Dior bag. Expect the store to reopen the second week of December. · Dior [Official Site]

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Recent Frenchkiss signee Young Man will be opening for his label-mates Local Natives at their Beach at Governors Island show on August 7th. We Barbarians, a Cali band with a few other NYC shows that are listed below, also open. Tickets are still on sale.

Young Man, the brainchild of Colin Caulfield, has its debut EP, Boy, set for proper release on Frenchkiss on October 12th. The mini record is streaming in full here, and the first track off it is available above. It only takes ones quick listen to hear the Animal Collective influence in his music. Appropriately, Animal Collective & Panda Bear are sone of the artists Caulfield has covered and posted to his popular YouTube account. There you'll also find great covers of others artists that Young Man fits right in with - Beach House, Ariel Pink, Grizzly Bear, Deerhunter and more. You can watch some of them below, and download the Beach House cover above.

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