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Sophie Theallet vows never to dress Melania Trump

London - New York-based French fashion designer Sophie Theallet, who has dressed Michelle Obama on many occasions, has issued an open letter vowing never to dress the future First Lady, Melania Trump due to her husband, president-elect Donald Trump’s “racist, sexist and xenophobic” campaign. In the letter, the designer states: “As an independent...

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Sophie Theallet to design for Lane Bryant

Lane Bryant, the American plus-size fashion chain, is teaming up with Vogue Fashion Fund winner Sophie Theallet on an exclusive collection of lingerie to be marketed under its ‘Cacique’ label. Set to hit stores this autumn, the intimates collection will feature both comfortable floral print sleepwear ensembles and bold luxurious satin and lace...

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Sophie Theallet named US finalist for Woolmark Prize

New York-based Sophie Theallet has been announced as the US regional winner of the International Woolmark Prize. The designer, who has previously been awarded the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, will now compete in the contest’s international final that will take place in London. Theallet faced stiff competition from Prabal Garung, Naeem Khan and...

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Nine West shoelaborations

Nine West, a division of The Jones Group Inc, has announced the launch of a new platform, ‘Shoelaborations.’ The idea behind the initiative is to seek original, talented artists and allow them to collaborate on a rotating basis with Nine West and beyond that bring the visions of these chosen trendsetters to consumers worldwide. Starting this...