H&M's Newest Collaboration: Versace

(photos courtesy of H&M)

H&M announced today that their next collaboration would be with Italian fashionhouse, Versace. I guess Donatella changed her tune, because back in '08, she turned down an offer to collaborate with H&M because she believed it would diminish the notion of luxury that is associated with the Versace brand. I guess it just goes to show that no one's unaffected by this economy.

Judging by the preview, it looks like we have alot of leather and print to look forward to, and that means it won't come cheap, especially if the released version of that studded leather dress has all those details on it.

Versace x H&M launches in select stores November 19. Donatella also designed an H&M online exclusive pre-spring collection which will be available to countries with online shopping on January 19, 2012.

I'm having mixed feelings, although I do like the print on the dress. You?

Missoni x Target First Look!

The Missoni and Target collaboration has been kept under lock and key, with a preview hosted a couple of weeks ago that had a strict no tweet, no blog, no picture policy. However, the paparazzi caught Margherita Missoni and Carolina Crescentini shooting the ad campaign in Milan and managed to snap a few photos. Voila! We now have our first look.

From the photos, I spy with my Missoni-loving eye... roller luggage, laptop cases, sweaters, scarves, headbands, and dresses, all in their signature zig zag print.

It's a promising start! Can't wait to see the rest. The full collection will feature 400+ pieces and will launch in Target stores across the US on September 13, 2011.

"Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" First Official Teaser Trailer

Sony has finally released the first official trailer for David Fincher's highly anticipated Girl With The Dragon Tattoo. This comes after last weekend's "leak" of the redband trailer that had everyone talking. There are suspicions that Sony leaked the trailer themselves in order to gain buzz on the Internet, and obviously, it worked, because it spread like wildfire. That's not to say we haven't all been waiting with nail biting anticipation for the trailer anyway. Everyone knew from the get-go that this movie would be huge considering David Fincher's theatrical style when given these kinds of juicy movie plots, and judging by the trailer, we probably won't be disappointed by the outcome, especially if Karen O continues to collaborate with Trent Reznor on the score and soundtrack. No disappointment here. None. Nada. Zilch. Karen O's cover of Led Zepplin's "Immigrant Song" is INSANE. Fincher's direction isn't so shabby either.

Girl With The Dragon Tattoo is based on the wildly popular Millennium Trilogy books by Stieg Larrson. The books have since been adapted into movies by the Swedish cinema, but this is the first American adaptation with David Fincher directing, Rooney Mara starring, and score produced by Trent Reznor, all of whom worked with Fincher on his last Academy Award nominated feature, The Social Network.

Here's the Girl With The Dragon Tattoo book synopsis from Amazon.com:

Harriet Vanger, a scion of one of Sweden’s wealthiest families disappeared over forty years ago. All these years later, her aged uncle continues to seek the truth. He hires Mikael Blomkvist, a crusading journalist recently trapped by a libel conviction, to investigate. He is aided by the pierced and tattooed punk prodigy Lisbeth Salander. Together they tap into a vein of unfathomable iniquity and astonishing corruption.

Girl With The Dragon Tattoo releases in the US on December 21, 2011.

Check out the trailer below. It doesn't explain anything plot-wise, but it sure as hell looks cool, and I guess David Fincher can get away with that.

2011 Emmy Roundtable: Drama Actresses

I love these roundtable discussions that THR hosts every awards season. It's a film and TV nerd's dream come true. So, as you can imagine, I wait for these with bated breath. They always breed interesting conversation and anecdotes that give unique insights into each actor's work. It's refreshing to watch an interview that doesn't dwell on or involve, for this matter, any gossip or hearsay about their personal lives.

As the Emmys approach this fall, The Hollywood Reporter has assembled a roundtable with seven drama actresses that are all contending for a nomination. This year's Emmy roundtable includes: Connie Britton (Friday Night Lights), Christina Hendricks (Mad Men), Regina King (Southland), Melissa Leo (Treme), Julianna Margulies (The Good Wife), Kelly Macdonald (Boardwalk Empire) and Katey Sagal (Sons of Anarchy).

The roundtable is just a little over an hour long, but as always, it's worth the watch.

Tim Burton at LACMA

I visited New York this past January with high hopes of catching the tail end of Tim Burton's exhibit at MoMA. Bf and I carved some time out to visit the museum and of course, I got the month and days right, but I was off by a whole year. Apparently I didn't realize that this year is 2011, not 2010. Genius. Really, a very proud moment for me.

Luckily, Tim Burton's exhibit picked up and came right to me. The exhibit is on display from now until October 31, 2011 at LACMA. It will include artwork from his movies and original drawings, with a total of 700+ pieces on display.

Can't wait to feast my eyes inside Tim Burton's crazy whackadoodle head. This time I know I have the dates and times right, too. Success!

A little tip: LACMA is open everyday except for Wednesday. This exhibit is a special ticketed event and must be purchased ahead of time. You can purchase them directly from the website, and you must specify time and date. The cost is $20 for the general public, and free for any LACMA members.

Now head on over to LACMA, check out the exhibit, and take one of those token photos in front of the ginormous array of lampposts outside and make them your facebook profile picture.

Sound like a good plan?

(Image credit: LA Times Blog)

Showtime Cancels "United States of Tara", "The Big C" Season 2 Promo and Behind the Scenes

Showtime canceled United States of Tara last week, and I cried into a bowl of cereal. Okay, not really, but something to that pitiful, depressing effect. I thought they'd at least give this show a 4th season to wrap things up, but alas it just wasn't in the cards for my once beloved show. I admit it was going downhill in seasons 2 and 3, but come on Showtime, show a little love and respect for the fabulous Toni Collette, and her portrayal of Tara Gregson, which earned her an Emmy and a Golden Globe right out of the gate.

Ah well. Time to find a really big cookie.

On the upside, The Big C, another female led Showtime dramedy (I loathe this word and I loathe that I actually use this word) that I absolutely adore, is returning June 27. Words cannot express how much I love Laura Linney and this show. If you haven't watched it, you obviously have been missing a whole lot. Catch up. Now.

Guest stars this season include Alan Alda, Parker Posey, and Hugh Dancy (yes, yes thank you Showtime). Preview season 2 and a behind the scenes snippet:

Target's Next Collab: MISSONI!

Holy crappola. It's been awhile since I've been excited about Target collabs, but come this fall, I will be lining up with the masses for Target's collaboration with Italian fashionhouse Missoni. What girl doesn't love their trademark zig zag patterns and whimsical colors? I can't wait! Missoni x Target is coming to stores this fall from September 13 through October 22. The collection will include 400+ (!) pieces that will range from bed sheets to clothing. This is Target's biggest collaboration yet!

Who's excited?