Tuesday, August 24, 2004

House of Portia

It looks like there's yet another new it-model breaking out of London this season. Hot on the heels of Lily Cole and Lily Donaldson comes Portia. After being discovered just a few months ago, the 16-year-old schoolgirl from Weybridge has already packed in a fragrance campaign for Matthew Williamson, Italian Vogue shoots with Ines Van Lamsweerde/Vinoodh Matadin, Steven Klein and Tim Walker, Vogue UK with Mario Testino and the Chanel Couture show.

Advice From a Bag Lady

Not sure of what you want to be when you grow up? How about a purse psychic? At Marisa Berenson's party for the launch of her friend Donna Karan's fall bag collection last week, the main attraction was psychic Maxine Albert, who offered guests spiritual style guidance. By touching their handbags bags or anything in them, Albert could reveal less than profound predictions such as "you need more color in your wardrobe" or "buying one pair of expensive shoes would be better than getting five cheap ones". Perhaps she should try channeling the spirit of Diana Vreeland instead next time.

Monday, August 02, 2004

Model of the Week: Caroline Francischini

Fashion's elite have an obsession for the headturning teen Caroline Francischini. The Brazilian newbie appears in both the Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Choice campaigns, with much more on the way.

Agency: Women Management