Stella McCartney News

Selfridges is about to launch their The Denim Studio, a new space in the store that is being called the biggest denim destination in the world. Selfridges is aiming to raise the bar when it comes to offering a wide range in labels, from J Brand to Primark. And that's not all. There will be services like on-the-spot alterations, personal shopping, and self-operated tills.

Memorial Day weekend is over and it's back to the reality of the work week, sigh. But that doesn't mean that all the sales are over. In fact, the summer fun is just beginning when it comes to finding a great deal. Today's deal is all about Stella McCartney and her amazing clothes and handbags. Granted, the prices still aren't cheap by any means, but The Outnet is offering up to 70% off the British label. And their selection is incredible. It's like taking a walk through Stella McCartney wonderland.

Stella McCartney and L'Oréal 'have made the mutual decision not to renew their license agreement after the contract ends on Sept. 12, 2013,' the L'Oreal confirmed Tuesday. 'As a result of their mutual decision, L'Oréal will focus on concentrating on its other brands, while Stella McCartney will pursue its fragrance and beauty business,' reported WWD.

After months of serious consideration, Kering (formerly PPR) has confirmed its acquisition of a majority stake in the Italian jeweler Pomellato. The French conglomerate said it would support the international development of the Pomellato and Dodo jewelry brands.

Last week, designer Stella McCartney was awarded an Order of the British Empire from Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. McCartney attended the ceremony in London with her husband, Alasdhair Willis, wearing a bespoke navy suit that she designed and a Cartier jeweled headpiece.

alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet will officially open the doors of its pop up shop in SoHo this week – Thursday, February 21st . The shop will be open through the Summer, featuring our new handbag collection amongst our top Spring and Summer styles. The store will highlight our signature bold colors and fun designs. Their notable neighbors include, Louis Vuitton and Stella McCartney.

Emma Stone wore a colorful Stella McCartney silk dress to The Croods photocall in Berlin. This easy breezy dress from the Spring 2013 collection is a more wearable version than the one that walked the runway with a sheer section.

The NewFilmmakers LA Film Festival offers a carefully curated evening of films created by a talented group of documentarians, filmmakers, and screenwriters.

The NewFilmmakers LA Film Festival offers a carefully curated evening of films created by a talented group of documentarians, filmmakers, and screenwriters. I

Neiman Marcus announced Walter Chin as the photographer of The Art of Fashion campaign for Spring 2013. The campaign includes twenty-two images of spring fashions and will appear in the March edition of the Neiman Marcus publication, the book.

Dear Diane Kruger - you are so beautiful and talented and fashionable. Can I be you when I grow up?

I LOVE the Stella McCartney bags. Always have, always will. But here's my issue: I can't get past the price for something that is not leather. I just don't see myself spending over $1,000 on a purse that is faux. But that doesn't mean I don't get very excited when they go on sale! Yes, $799 is not that far off from $1,000, but it's just the idea that I am getting some type of deal that makes it a little easier for me to swallow and willingly hand over my credit card.

The new Spring ads for Stella McCartney have been revealed featuring model Natalia Vodianova...again. The British label's ads are starting to get predictable with the same model giving the same vacant stare. Regardless, the bags and clothes are gorgeous so, stare away Vodianova, stare away!

After speculation first surfaced in November, PPR has confirmed that it has bought a 51% stake in the business of London Fashion Week label Christopher Kane reports WWD.

One of the best days of the year has arrived: Saks semi-annual consolidation sale on the 9th floor. Merchandise from all of the top end designers (Zac Posen, Marni, Stella McCartney, etc.) will be up to 70% off). Personally, I have spent a lot of time there over the years scouring the racks for hidden treasures.

Stella McCartney will unveil her first collection of optical eyewear in March 2013. Drawing inspiration from the designer's signature balance between masculine and feminine, the collection introduces contemporary and cutting-edge styles that embrace the 'eco-friendly' philosophy of the brand. The line features five styles in key shapes referencing a warm colour palette of burgundy, taupe, black, teal and tortoise including light and spotty versions of the classic shade. The subtle yet recognizable signature step temple is dialled up with gold, silver and tonal accents fusing the new optical with the existing range of sunglasses, which launched in 2003.

Gap Inc. has acquired retailer Intermix for $130 million in cash. Last month we reported that the two companies were in talks for a collaboration. The official deal closed on December 31 and expands Gap's presence in the luxury retail market.

Miranda Kerr looked super stylish doing her grocery shopping at the Whole Foods in West Hollywood this week. I mean, I always get dressed to go the market, don't you? Kerr masterfully mixed colors and prints and designers all for the frozen section.

Stella McCartney has been named in Queen Elizabeth's New Year Honours List for 2013 reported WWD. McCartney was recently given the British Fashion Award for Fashion Designer of the Year, and now has been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for services to fashion.

Fashion One, the international channel for fashion, entertainment and lifestyle programmes, announced the launch of the channel on the Entry Pack of Chunghwa Telecom, the largest operator of broadband multimedia services in Taiwan. The channel will commence telecast on Chunghwa MOD channel 97 starting December 3, 2012 after landing in Taiwan earlier this year in October.