How would a modern-day Mary Magdalene dress? In rocker/motorcycle gear, as Lady Gaga sees it. At least that's how the singer is clad as she portrays the biblical figure in her controversial new video, "Judas." Wait. Did I just say Lady Gaga dresses in a controversial way? Stop. That isn't news. (But she says the video is "meant more to celebrate faith than it is to challenge it." [USA Today]
Actress Salma Hayek, left,
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British brand Mulberry turns 40 this year and has come out with a luxe coffee-table book to celebrate. The photographs include ad campaigns,
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In the aftermath of Gap design chief Patrick Robinson's ouster on Thursday, industry analysts are in agreement on one thing: The Gap needs fixing -- in a big way. [WWD] (Subscription required.)
Now here's a website we've really been waiting for! Milk & Honey, launched this spring by sisters Illisa and Dorian Howard, allows you to design your own shoes. You can pick a style, color, heel height and embellishments. Right now,
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Benjamin Millepied, a principal dancer at the New York City Ballet, will front for a new Yves Saint Laurent men's scent coming this fall. [WWD] (Subscription required.)
-- Susan Denley
[Updated at 10:00 AM *link to video was added]
Photo: Salma Hayek at an event in April. Credit: Matt Sayles / Associated Press
Video: "Judas" Music video. Credit: Youtube.com