FASHION INDUSTRY MOURNS MCQUEEN’S PASSING VIA TWITTER



FASHION  |  By Jared Lowe  |  February 11th, 2010


Fashion insiders, such as Robert C. Duffy, Rachel Zoe, and Betsey Johnson, tweet their reactions of fashion icon Alexander McQueen’s death.

World Wide Web – The loss of  designer Alexander McQueen struck a core with everyone in fashion this Thursday morning, Feb. 11th. Many took to Twitter to express their reactions of McQueen’s passing and to lend their hopeful wishes to his family. Here are some excerpts of tweets from celebrities, models, editors, managers, and fellow designers:

@oh_so_coco:

I am so shocked and sad to hear about Alexander McQueen.

@csiriano

Mcqueen has inspired me in every way possible,I did not know him well but i feel so honored to have watched him work on his craft.

@xoBetseyJohnson

RIP McQueen… you will be truly missed. http://bit.ly/dfX7hg xox

@tyrabanks:

RIP Alexander McQueen. so so sad. such a huge loss. He was one of my favorite designers. He will be missed.

@kurkovakarolina:

RIP Alexander McQueen :(

@mrjoezee:

R.I.P. Alexander McQueen, a kind soul and brillant creative genius. Sad and shocking. You’ve touched us all.

@rzrachelzoe

I cant describe the tragic loss of such a brilliant man and designer Alexander McQueen..R.I.P xoRZ

@robertcduffy:

Can’t believe Alexander McQueen is dead! Just can’t believe it! Tragic loss. What a talent. Talked with him a few times. So nice. Damn it!

@ditavonteese:

Rest in peace, Mr. McQueen.

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Jared Michael Lowe



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CELEBRATE THE MONTH OF LOVE WITH RACHEL ROY



FASHION  |  By Jared Lowe  |  February 4th, 2010


Get your Twitter and Facebook together, Blaynistas! Designer Rachel Roy will be sharing her love to you for the month of February through the two social networks.

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World Wide Web – How sweet does this sound Blaynistas? Yesterday (Feb. 3) fab designer Rachel Roy announced she will be celebrating the month of love, February, by doing weekly Wednesday Twitter giveaways. Dates and times are February 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th starting at 1 PM through minight with gifts ranging from totes to trenches.

RachelEstelleBut wait there’s more from Ms. Roy. She has teamed up with Grammy-award winning singer-songwriter Estelle to create a limited edition jewelry collection.  Launching February 9th, for three days only, Roy and Estelle will host a digital pop-up store on Roy’s Facebook page, which will debut the collection weeks before it hits stores. Items include funky rings, unique ear cuffs and statement necklaces, with prices ranging from $34 – $50. For more details on Roy’s twitter page about the Wednesday Twitter giveaways go to Rachel Roy’s Twitter. Also, don’t forget about her collection with Estelle on her Facebook page. We will most definitely be front and center for what goodies Ms. Roy has in store. [Story/Image: Attention]

Jared Michael Lowe



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