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H&M's Lanvin Video Sneak Peek

Filed under: Apparel

Fast fashion retailer H&M released a video sneak peek of the much anticipated Lanvin line. We first heard back in September that Lanvin and its creative director Alber Elbaz would be working with the brand. Since then fashionistas have been excitedly waiting until the magic date of November 23 when the line will pop up in stores. The video preview of the Lanvin Heart H&M Collection showcases ruffled dresses in deep shades on beautiful women who cavort about a rather strange hotel. Behind it all is the charming, bespectacled Elbaz who sits behind a desk scribbling away while Lanvin-hungry women pay him homage.

H&M has done collaborations with a variety of designers over the past several years, tapping everyone from Karl Lagerfeld to Stella McCartney and even Madonna. Given the deluge of fashion designers working with brands like Target, H&M and TopShop, some fashion fatigue has set in but it seems like people are very enthused about the Lanvin line, which looks like it won't disappoint.

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H&M Billionaire Buys English Village

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Estates

The Swedish billionaire behind fast fashion chain H&M may have bought himself and entire English village. Stefan Persson is said to be the buyer of Linkenholt, a village near Andover, Hampshire. The village, manor house and up to 2,000 acres of surrounding countryside were put up for sale earlier this year. Persson, who already owns a 8,500 English estate in Wiltshire may have spent around £25 million.

The estate hosts sporting events and rents out small cottages and the main manor house. It has been owned by a charitable trust since the 1970s. The Daily Mail reports that Persson's son Karl-Johan and his wife Leonie, may take up residence in the manor house.

The charming village is home to 22 houses, a cricket club, blacksmith and a shop. The residents who live in the village are hoping to stay on and many have lived there for their whole lives. The Sun reveals that the only building not included in the sale is St Peter's Church, which holds services on the third Sunday of each month.

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Lux Tip: Fancy Underwear

by Annie Scott (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Apparel, Lux Tips

As any sophisticate knows, every layer of what you're wearing contributes to how you feel. Many people love the comfort of a cashmere sweater or a silk camisole, and many people also like to have a secret under their clothes.

Wearing an unusually fancy or sexy article of underwear will instantly give you a confidence boost. All day long, you'll smile as you remember what nobody knows you're wearing. And you don't have to pay La Perla prices to get this feeling (though if you can, you should; La Perla is exquisite).

One great source for sexy underthings at a bargain price? H&M. H&M has underwear for men and women. The materials may be cheaper, but the styles are lovely, and mostly under $10. Keep an eye on their sleepwear, as well; occasionally a sweet-dream-inducing nightie makes it to the rack for a guilt-free price.

It's just another easy way to make life more lux for cheap or free.

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Commes des Garcons for H&M

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Filed under: Apparel

Following early speculation about what exactly Commes des Garcons would come up with for its collaboration with H&M, a couple of photos have surfaced of the new line, which will hit stores for, oh, about 30 seconds in early November. The collection draws on designer Rei Kawakubo's trademark deconstructed jackets and cropped pants, mostly in black with the occasional polka dot. You can see for yourself in the September issue of W (on newsstands today).

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