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May 19 2011 06:00 PM ET

Ralph Lauren on Designing Daughter’s Wedding Dress: ‘Nothing Was Perfect’

Ralph Lauren on Oprah
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When your dad is Ralph Lauren, finding a wedding dress designer is a no-brainer. But developing that perfect design can be a daunting task for everyone involved. Such was the case for candy store mogul Dylan Lauren, who’s getting married next month. “I had to do something that was better than ever before,” the father of the bride told Oprah Winfrey Wednesday during an exclusive interview. “That’s the only daughter I have. I wanted to just give her something that she’d really treasure, give her something that would be really amazing, and I wanted her to feel fantastic.” After consulting with wife Ricky, as well as Dylan, Ralph went through “a few drawings” in hopes of pleasing the bride. “Nothing was perfect,” he said. “Ricky looked at the first drawing and said, ‘Ralph, that’s not Dylan. I think she should have this and should have this.’” Ralph, who shed tears while he spoke of his daughter’s big day, ultimately made the bride very happy, though. “I may not take off the dress after the wedding,” Dylan joked. “I told my fiancé I may sleep in it, I may wear it the next day. It’s really beautiful. It’s stunning.” This isn’t the only big project Ralph has in the pipeline; he’s also designing the wedding dress of his daughter-in-law-to-be, FEED founder Lauren Bush. Tell us: Who is your dream wedding dress designer? –Kate Hogan

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May 19 2011 05:00 PM ET

Prabal Gurung Partners Up with J.Crew

Prabal Gurung for J.Crew
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Prabal Gurung, fashion’s wunderkind and CFDA nominee, has just gone and done us fashion fans a favor. The designer, whose inaugural collection included $2200 dresses, has reinvented six iconic runway-inspired looks exclusively for J.Crew. Ranging from $198 for reimagined ankle-tie trousers from spring ’10 (pictured) to $450 for a fall ’09 rosette top, there is a little something for everyone. Bottomless budgets and oversized bow haters need not apply. To pre-order the collection, head to jcrew.com now!

May 19 2011 04:00 PM ET

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David Beckham Bodywear Coming to an Underwear Drawer Near You

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He just got a new dog, and is expecting his fourth child with wife Victoria this summer, but David Beckham apparently has a little free time on his hands. The British soccer star confirmed to WWD today that he’s at work on several projects, including the development of a second men’s fragrance, Homme by David Beckham, and the design of a new men’s bodywear line. “I have had the idea of doing a bodywear collection for some time now,” Beckham told WWD. “The push to do something of my own really came as a result of my collaboration with Armani. It proved to me that there is a real market for good-looking, well-made men’s bodywear. I can’t wait to show people the collection — although I’m not sure my mum will be too happy seeing a billboard image of me in underwear again.” Beckham, who’s topped Vanity Fair‘s best-dressed list, launched a clothing line with Adidas in 2009, and has fronted ad campaigns for everyone from Diet Pepsi to Motorola. So is the soccer stud ready to turn in his cleats? Not just yet. “I will always be associated with my sport,” he assured WWD, “but I am now working across other areas that will continue long after my career has finished.” –Kate Hogan

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May 19 2011 03:00 PM ET

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Go Behind the Scenes with Tilda Swinton and Pringle of Scotland

Pringle of Scotland Launches New Campaign with Tilda Swinton Walter Pfeiffer for Pringle of Scotland

Tilda Swinton’s illustrious career is expanding even further on the fashion front. The star added ‘fashion model’ her résumé last year when she was announced as the new face of Pringle of Scotland’s spring/summer 2010 collection, and now, the company has released some stunning new behind-the-scenes images of the fall 2011 ad campaign, in which Swinton stars. In the photos (exclusively on PEOPLE.com), shot by photographer Walter Pfeiffer, a sultry yet serious Swinton is decked out in a fur coat and rocks a cropped cut with blunt bangs (she poses with puppies, too!). The ads were shot at the Glasgow School of Art, to underscore the brand’s heritage. Tell us: Are you excited to see Tilda’s behind the scenes shots? –Kim Peiffer
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May 19 2011 02:00 PM ET

Photograph Your Summer the ‘Watts’ Way

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Remember the days when only professional photographers could get the best photos? Well, thanks to the Hipstamatic app and pro snapper Ben Watts, you can now use his famous eye to take your photos! Launching this week, the “Watts” lens and the Bondi Hipstapak are available to give your iPhone photos a super-saturated color and a funky neon border. Watts has already snapped everyone from model Behati Prinsloo (left) to his own sister Naomi Watts with the lens — to great effect. Get more info at hipstamaticapp.com.

May 19 2011 01:00 PM ET

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Beyoncé’s ‘Run the World (Girls)’ Video: The Fashion Breakdown!

Beyoncé is never less than fierce, but in her new video for “Run the World (Girls),” the first single off her fourth solo album, she was F-I-E-R-C-E! From her scarlet Alexander McQueen to her black Jean Paul Gaultier couture gown, the singer proved she can bust a move in fashion’s finest. Other notable looks in the Mad Max-style video, set in the desert, are a white feather-laden Givenchy Haute Couture gown by Riccardo Tisci and two sexy cut-out gowns from Emilio Pucci, the label that dressed her for the recent Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute Gala. And let’s not overlook her accessories — from a fistful of geometric Laruicci gold rings to knee-high Sergio Rossi gladiator boots with plumes and studs, it’s enough to make a Beverly Hills housewife jealous. Tell us: What’s your favorite look? –Melissa Liebling-Goldberg

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May 19 2011 12:00 PM ET

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Shop Lady Gaga’s Music and Fashion Faves on Gilt Groupe

Lady Gaga Launches Sale with Gilt Groupe
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Hankering for a piece of Lady Gaga‘s past — or future? The singer is celebrating the upcoming release of her latest album, Born This Way, with a special sale on Gilt Groupe starting tomorrow. Deals include pre-orders of her album, two sales curated by her personal fashion director, Mugler’s Nicola Formichetti, and a one-of-a-kind Mugler dress (pictured) worn by the artist herself on the Paris runway. The sale will also include tickets to the Mugler fall 2011 fashion show in Paris and VIP access to an upcoming Lady Gaga concert (proceeds from the big-ticket items will benefit the Robin Hood Foundation). And for those who want to channel Gaga down to every last detail, check out the Gilt City “experiences” at Lady Gaga’s favorite New York City hotspots, from classes at the Broadway Dance Center (you could even catch one with her choreographer Laurieann Gibson!) to a 10-course tasting menu at her choice tapas restaurant, Caliu Tapas. The online event will begin at 12 p.m. EST on Friday on both Gilt.com and GiltCity.com and run through Sunday, May 22 at 9 p.m. In the meantime, go behind-the-scenes with Formichetti at a Gilt photo shoot in this fashion-forward video clip. For more information on the Lady Gaga sale, visit gilt.com/ladygaga. –Kim Peiffer

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