Archive: September 22nd, 2008

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She’s long been a source of inspiration of some of fashion’s top designers, and a new art exhibit in the heart of Paris is setting out to examine Kate Moss’s status as a modern-day muse. France’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs has announced plans for an exhibition dedicated entirely to British supermodel. Just yards from the Mona Lisa’s famous perch in the Louvre, the display will showcase Moss’s 19 years in the industry. Museum Director Beatrice Salmon explains the choice, saying that the museum intends to “decode the phenomenon” the supermodel has become. “This is an occasion to ask a certain number of experts in image and communications to explain why and how [Kate has] become someone the whole world knows.” As for just how involved Moss herself will be in the project, the Museum’s press officer Marie Laure Moreau says that “Kate Moss has agreed to cooperate, to collaborate on the exhibit. The show will concentrate on her life, her career — and be a celebration of her 19 years.” But will Moss be there to kick off the launch of the show, which will run from November 26, 2009 to April 25, 2010? Moreau adds laughingly, “We certainly hope so!” Tell us: Would do you think of the national museum’s choice to create an exhibit based on Kate?–Reporting by Peter Mikelbank

Inez Van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin

When we first heard that Claire Danes was crowned the new face of Gucci Jewelery, we were sure that her ads would be divine — and we were right! With her soft features and angelic blonde hair, the actress was a perfect choice for luxe line. We love how the bright jewels and metallic bands look so radiant against her soft skin and tousled hair. Claire’s Gucci ads will be gracing the pages of magazines this fall. Tell us: What do you think of the ads?

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Having Rachel Bilson as your maid of honor comes with some very fashionable perks. The fashionista joined forces with long-time friend and designer Brian Reyes to create four one-of-a-kind silk georgette and chiffon bridesmaid gowns in a soft range of greens for the wedding of her best friend Jill Stonerick to O.C. and Gossip Girl creator Josh Schwartz. Rachel, who just launched her first line Edie Rose with DKNY Jeans, has been wearing Brian Reyes both on and off the red carpet since he launched his ready-to-wear label in 2004. We think the delicate dresses were perfect for the outdoor ceremony — when do we get to buy one of these for ourselves? Tell us: What do you think of Rachel and Brian Reyes spin on bridesmaid dresses?

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There were plenty of gorgeous clutches on the Emmys red carpet last night, but one of the best bags to get was this exclusive Cole Haan 80th Anniversary tote filled with more than 40 goodies — available only to guests of the 2008 ET Emmy Party sponsored by PEOPLE. Party goers like Christina Applegate, Eva Longoria Parker, Tina Fey, Jeremy Piven, Lauren Conrad, Mark Wahlberg, Marcia Cross, Sandra Oh and Jennifer Love Hewitt received everything from a weekend stay at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows to body products from Bliss Spa, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Spa Ritual, Epicuren, Essie, Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soap, Gal Pal, Kiss My Face, Elgydium, Fly Right, Foot Petals to cosmetics from Cargo, DuWop, Maybelline, Smashbox, Tarte, and Zirh, as well as hair products by Sally Hershberger and Garnier. The list of goodies goes on and on! If you weren’t lucky enough to attend the party, you can still get in on the fun by checking out all of our party pics by clicking here.