Tod's by Derek Lam * to be named Creative Director

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Hi guys...

Understood that Derek Lam's designing a RTW line for TODS...saw a few pics of the cruise line in a local mag, kinda nice...anyone has the pics of the full cruise line?

Thanks

 

[cerfas]

sounds cool
I like him
I wonder what this will look like

 

[akacharlie]

I saw a picture of a bike leather jacket. so nice, can't wait to see it in flesh. Collection is supposed to hit Paris store in March. Wonder what the price range's gonna be.

 

[Hanne]

bumping thread..back into the present..

 

[albertli1984]

Where can I find the Autumn/Winter collection ?

 

[travis_nw8]

derek lam and tods..i'm falling asleep already....

 

[liberty33r1b]

Where can I find the Autumn/Winter collection ?

u mean, pics of it, or stores that carry the collection? i think Barney's in nyc does....

 

[Stavross]

Finally, Derek Lam enters the monsieur world.

 

[softgrey]

anyone have a pic ?...
or know where to see it in real life...?


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[leyla m.]

still very long to go. shoes and sunglasses are also in production

 

[LoveMyBoots]

I swear I remember reading an article in the Los Angeles Times about this. It mainly talked about this collection and the party that was hosted at some woman's apartment to celebrate it's arrival, celebs like Mischa Barton were at it too. But, I can't seem to find the article through searching google or Los Angeles Times...

sorry

 

[LoveMyBoots]

Here's a WWD link for their article: http://www.wwd.com/notavailable/arc...cleId=103289&articleType=A&industryKw=related. It's dated December 19, 2005.

Why this collection didn't get more notice earlier at tfs, I have no idea...

It-bags: Derek Lam's Fall Winter 2006 bags with gold Aries details

DEREK LAM SIGNS WITH TOD's
Derek Lam recently signed a worldwide licensing agreement for shoes, handbags and small leather goods with TOD’s SpA of Ancona, Italy.

Under this two year agreement with an option to renew for an additional three years, TOD’s will manufacture and distribute women’s designer shoes and handbags under the Derek Lam trademark. The products will be designed by Mr. Lam and developed by a specially appointed team within the Italian company.

Derek Lam comments, “Shoes and handbags are a natural extension of the Derek Lam collection and I’m particularly excited to start this exciting new venture with the invaluable support and knowledge of the TOD’S company. It has been an amazing experience to work with Diego Della Valle and his extraordinary team for the past year on the TOD’s ready-to-wear capsule collection, and I’m looking forward to extending this collaboration.”

http://www.iconique.com/flash/fashionnews_comments.php?id=1076_0_26_0_C

 

[leyla m.]

to my understanding, Dereek is designing under his own name but in collaboration with the TODS factory. at least thats what they told me when i was there

 

[tricotineacetat]

handbags are a business I won't ever "understand"... Some bags - as ugly and bad quality they may be - eventually turn into best sellers while others are simply left untouched on the salesfloor. these look rather generous to me. could be everybody's design.

 

[spottie]

Why this collection didn't get more notice earlier at tfs, I have no idea...

There is a thread on Derek Lam Handbags in the handbags forum. Some of the tfs members have been going ga ga over his bags in that thread.

 

[spottie]

anyone have a pic ?...
or know where to see it in real life...?


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luisaviaroma.com had the bags online recently ( unsure if they still do now).

I *think* Helen Yi ( Chicago) is getting the bags. Maybe Susan of Burlingame ( SF and Burlingame, Ca.) too. For sure, the Derek Lam handbag thread has some pics too. I think it will be a hot seller in some of the smaller sizes. I *hear* the larger sizes are really too large.

 

[LoveMyBoots]

There is a thread on Derek Lam Handbags in the handbags forum. Some of the tfs members have been going ga ga over his bags in that thread.

understandable

 

[kimair]

from wwd...he may be named creative director of the line...

Could Derek Lam be on his way to becoming the overall creative director of Tod's? Word has it the Italian house is readying itself for an announcement in the coming weeks that would give Lam, who has been designing a small ready-to-wear collection for Tod's since spring, a creative say in handbags and shoes, too. In June, Tod's also became the licensee for Lam's own handbags and shoes. Tod's chief Diego Della Valle is said to be planning a trip to New York early next month to unveil the company's new showroom, and speculation is the announcement will coincide with his visit.

 

[zamb]

from wwd...he may be named creative director of the line...

cool

 

[LoveMyBoots]

this has been going on for months now... has anybody seen any actual clothing?

Tod's Launches Collections Designed By Lucy Liu and Derek Lam

October 30, 2006 5:55 p.m. EST

Josephine Roque - AHN - Americas Staff Writer

New York, NY (AHN) - Fashion label, Tod's, recently launched their newest collections designed by Derek Lam and Lucy Liu.

Guests in attendance were Rachel Roy, Kelly Bensimon, Olivia Chantecaille, Sarah Wynter, Jessica Seinfeld, Sheryl Crow, Mary Alice Stephenson and Hilary and Bryant Gumbel.

Actress Lucy Liu fashioned the brand's limited edition snakeskin-trimmed metallic leather handbag for UNICEF.

"[Tod's] approached me about doing this after they came to an art show I did about a month ago [for] UNICEF, because they wanted to work with a charity, so it was perfect," said actress Liu, UNICEF's 2006 Ambassador.
She was wearing a Tod's by Derek Lam polo dress and using the bag she designed. It is named "Marlene" and sells for $1600, with a part of the sales going to the U.S. Funds for UNICEF.

"They let us do whatever we wanted, and I think it came out great!" she added. "We picked out the colors - they're [muted] for fall and metallic - and the strap goes in so it can be used as an evening clutch."

Liu's bags were quickly sold, with nine of the 15 bags displayed during the event already taken.

Designer Lam also showcased his capsule collection for the label called "Be There In Five." A line of chic, easily wearable items like a cashmere and leather cardigan, an elegant leather trench, a pleated chiffon skirt and sporty-sophisticated jackets.

"The great thing about working with Tod's is that isn't about a quota or a budget, it's really about what they love," said Lam. "There's not a fixed number - we did nine pieces for fall and 15 for next spring - but it's about keeping it special."

The designer put modern touches on classic pieces, like the traditional toggle coat, remade with luxe tweaks like leather snap-tab closures and a swing shape.

"I always think of my own collection as [representing] New York and the
New York lifestyle, and with Tod's it's the same thing, but from an Italian point of view," Lam added. "I think Italy is sleek, sporty but sexy and has that continental flair, and New York is a little bit more experimental with interesting mixes; kind of stirring the pot. So it's taking what I believe is the best of both worlds and interpreting it into clothing."

The sexy-sleek style is a winner for singer Sheryl Crow, self- confessed "big fan" of the brand.

"I carry their bags a lot, and think that they're always beautiful and classic," she said. "I just think they always look good, and they wear so well. I find I always wind up going back to my same Tod's bags."