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2013 June 19

Daft Punk Covers L'Uomo Vogue

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Daft Punk
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Don't tell R2-D2! Daft Punk get lucky covering the latest issue of L'Uomo Vogue with a fashion spread and rare interview inside. The mysterious French robots better known as Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Chriso weigh in on the song of summer "Get Lucky": "It’s live, feel good music coming from a place above the grid journalists and record stores use to categorize sound," Bangalter maintains. “Some people might see this as a step backward to another time, but for us making dance music today, but with live musicians and replacing drum machines with a live drummer and computer sounds with live guitars was audacious because no one else is doing that right now." Oh, dear. 

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2013 June 19

Sofia Coppola's Intern Days (At Chanel!), Discussed

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How does the Kaiser take his coffee, Sofia?
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Two delightful nuggets we gleaned from freemium Brit glossy Stylist's interview with (girl crush alert) Sofia Coppola: firstly, the director's initial plans of getting into fashion included a stint as a Chanel intern at the wee age of 15 (helps to have daddy Coppola hit up his pals in fashion, non?). Translation: java runs, "doing intern stuff," and the ilk for Karl Lagerfeld! Apparently, la Lagerfeld's still a sweetie to Coppola when he sees her nowadays. Also amazing? The fact that Coppola went the silver screen route with her directorial debut of The Virgin Suicides because she was just too attached to see anyone else make a movie out of the Jeffrey Eugenides book that the film is based on. Though she totally would've made a great fashion industry fixture, we are oh so glad Sofia went on to make one of our fave movies, like, ever. 

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2013 June 19

Dish Alert! Morsels From The Food & Wine Classic In Aspen

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Marc Murphy, Scott Feldman, Tara Halper, Geoffrey Zakarian and our foodie pal Jaret Keller hit up Ajax Tavern
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Attention, foodies and the fashionettes who love them (and, more often than not, are them): Food & Wine's epic annual event in Aspen, and our foodie pal, Jaret Keller, was on hand to witness all the delicious action. The resto world savant is back with a tasty recap on all the action out in Colorado this weekend. Mangia!

"Dear Daily,

Aspen is one of my favorite towns in the country: It provides a perfect balance of culture, fashion and outdoor activities. Each year American Express Publishing hosts the Food & Wine Classic. The team, lead by Ed Kelly, Dana Cowin, and Christina Grdovic have been producing this first-class event for 31 years. It is the perfect opportunity (and excuse) for thousands of fashionable foodies to gather in a village lined with a collection of luxury boutiques that rival Madison Avenue.  

The look for men was jeans, Gucci loafers and crisp button down shirts (besides Mario Batali, who sported his signature orange Crocs and cargo shorts). As for the women, it was all about large hats, eyelet dresses with pashminas, Jack Rogers sandals, lots of pearls, and pastel sweater sets.

Upon arriving at the St. Regis Resort on Friday, I was greeted by a welcoming staff ready to hydrate my body with Veuve Clicquot champagne. Our first event was the Mexico-themed Publisher’s Party at the top of Ajax Mountain.  After a few margaritas, we headed to my favorite Miami transplant, Casa Tua, for a fun dinner with Geoffrey Zakarian, Marc Murphy, and Ted Allen. Geoffrey ordered a Methuselah (a bottle equal to eight regular wine bottles) of Chianti, which he shared with excited diners at neighboring tables. Following dinner, we made our way to Hotel Jerome for the Last Bite Dessert Bash hosted by Gail Simmons and Jean Georges’ pastry alum, Johnny Iuzzini.  

On Saturday, I had a fun rosé-filled lunch at Ajax Tavern with Daniel Boulud and Eric Ripert prior to producing Sirius XM’s talk show, FOOD TALK with Geoffrey Zakarian, at the Chefs Club at The St. Regis. The Lambs Club and The National chef dished with the biggest names in the culinary world such as Andrew Zimmern, José Andrés, Marcus Samuelsson and Drew Nieporent. Saturday evening, Prince Harry’s polo teammate Marc Ganzi hosted an intimate dinner for his birthday at Matsuhisa Aspen. The countless bottles of sake and shaved ice dessert closed out a fabulous weekend. 

I look forward to heading back to Aspen in the winter with my skis freshly waxed and the mountains covered with snow.  Until next time..." 

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2013 June 18

Wu For Ru

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Ru!
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Many of us first heard the name Jason Wu when he created those RuPaul dolls last decade and they sold like hotcakes. Page Six reported today that Ru was an early inspiration to the designer, who originally assumed he was really a she. "Later, of course, I found out that it was a man. But he was so tall and glittery and impressive, with the big hair...You know, a fashion-obsessed boy would be into that." Want to get your paws on your very own Wu for Ru doll? eBay has quite a selection of "vintage" Ru by Wu dolls available now with reasonable starting bids. You better work. 

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2013 June 18

Novis Celebrates Annaleigh Ashford!

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Jordana Warmflash & Annaleigh Ashford
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Last night, Novis designer Jordana Warmflash hosted a cocktail party on the sundeck of the Gansevoort Park Avenue celebrating Tony-nominated actress Annaleigh Ashford from Kinky Boots. We sat down with new gal pals Jordana and Annaleigh to discuss their summer plans and fashion faves…

How do you two know each other?
Jordana Warmflash: We have actually been dressing Annaleigh for the whole Tonys award season.
Annaleigh Ashford: Every single outfit! Even tonight! Her clothes are so beautiful! They are fresh and contemporary and chic, with a nod to a vintage style!

Summer wardrobe must-have?
JW: Havaiana flip-flops for running around the garment district!
AA: I would have to say a ponytail holder! I know that may sound strange, but I just need my hair off of my neck.

Summer bucket list, please! 
JW: I actually already crossed one off: I rode five rollercoasters at Six Flags New England last week!
AA: I’m getting married! I'm so excited! If only I knew Jordana earlier; she’d be designing my wedding dress right about now. 

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2013 June 18

Katy Perry Chickens Out

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Vogue hilariously brought Katy Perry to a chicken coop in Southern California for her first maje feature with them. This shot has the undeniable stamp of Annie Leibovitz written all over it, and was styled by Tonne Goodman. The shocker in the piece is the "Fireworks" singer telling writer Vicki Woods that she hasn't heard from Russell Brand since he texted her in 2011 wanting a divorce. Ouch. She also opens up about John Mayer, saying: “Beautiful mind, tortured soul. I do have to figure out why I am attracted to these broken birds.” Double ouch. 

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