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The article reports that Julie Anne Quay, former executive editor at "V magazine," is producing the film "Fabulous Nobodies," based on Lee Tulloch's social satire of the 1980s fashion. The film's story centers on the problems faced by a young Manhattanite named Reality Nirvana charged with guarding the door at a club in New York in 1980s.

The article reports that fashion is an integral part in the remaking of a 1973 documentary film by Albert Maysles and David Maysles. Brooklyn-based costume designer Catherine Marie Thomas is stated to have contributed to the fabulous fashion in the film. In the film, fashion is stated to have been covered so many times and in so many different ways by fashion designers.

The article focuses on the costume designs in the motion picture "Defiance," the story of a group of Jews who lived in the forest to survive the Holocaust. Costume designer Jenny Beavan stated that she bases her work on the script and the story. She also absorbs herself in research and conversation with the director on how the story will fall through their costumes. She adds that an individual should stay organized and be supportive with the co-workers for a project to work.

The article focuses on the costume designs in the motion picture "Milk," which is about the life of San Francisco supervisor and gay activist Harvey Milk as portrayed by Sean Penn. Danny Glicker, costume designer for the film, stated that the production did a lot of research with the aim of re-creating the 1970s looks. Additionally, it mentions that Glicker has used archival source materials to create the film's wardrobe including more than 100 costume changes for Penn.

This section offers news briefs on the fashion industry worldwide. The Spice Girls wore Roberto Cavalli's clothes in a runway in Milan, Italy. The sixth annual Gem Awards Gala, presented by the Jewelry Information Center, was held at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. Fashion designer Stefano Pilati has selected actor Simon Woods to star his 7-minute movie to be shown at Yves Saint Laurent's showrooms in Paris, France.

This section offers news briefs on the fashion industry in the U.S. The wedding gown wore by actress Uma Thurman in the forthcoming movie "The Accidental Husband" was designed by Amsale. Designer Lisa Curran will unveil her latest collection of swimwear and dresses for girls at The Gramercy Park Hotel. Designer Robert Maslin has launched the Taylor label, a contemporary dress line, with designer Cynthia Howie.

This section offers news briefs from the women's clothing industry. Aeffe SpA renewed the contract for the production and distribution of Jean Paul Gaultier ready-to-wear. Founding partners of 24 Seven Inc. received the 2007 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in the business services category for the Metropolitan New York Area. The flamingo-pink sequined dress worn by John Travolta in the movie "Hairspray" is on display at the Ann Taylor Loft flagship in New York's Times Square.

The article reviews several fashion films including "Antonia," "The Lives of Others," and "The Devil Wears Prada."

The article features several people from the fashion industry, who talk about their favorite films and those that have inspired their collections. They include Jonny Johansson, founder and creative director of Acne Jeans, Alexandre Herchcovitch, whose favorite fashion film is "Dangerous Liasons," and Erin Fetherston, whose favorite fashion film is "Marie Antoinette."

The article presents the views of Veronica Webb on fashion and aesthetics in motion pictures. Webb talks about the costume designs of Sean Young in the film "Blade Runner," which gave a different look and edge to Hollywood. Webb also describes the fashion and costume in various movies including "Two for the Road," "Darling" and "Butterfield 8," depicting various aspects of postmodernist fashion.

The article presents the opinions of Tim Gunn, a fashion designer on costumes and fashion designing in several motion pictures and their influence on fashion. Gunn speaks about Kay Thompson's competent depiction in the film "Funny Face," the photographer-model relationship in the film "Blowup" and about Patricia Field, the stylist of "The Devil Wears Prada." Gunn opines that one's dress conveys a message more powerfully than words.

The article presents the opinions of the fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi on costumes and fashion designing in several motion pictures and their influence on fashion. Mizrahi speaks about several dresses in his all-time favorite fashion film "The Women" and the themes in films "The Red Shoes" and "Unzipped" that reflect the sacrifices in his life. Mizrahi also reflects on the fashion in the film "The Devil Wears Prada."

The article offers news related to the fashion industry as of May 15, 2006. Fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger has invested into a feature-length film about the industry. Fur designer Gilles Mendel plans to open a J. Mendel boutique on Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois.

This article presents an update on the fashion industry as of January 18, 2006. It describes the highlights of the men's fashion week in Milan, Italy. The last major show of Paris Fashion Week was rescheduled. French actor Malik Zidi has landed a starring role in a short film that will introduce the latest men's collection of Fendi.

Presents information on the Star Wars fashion show held in New York City in September 2005. Insights on the behind-the-scenes problems that occurred during the show; Challenges faced by fashion designer Trisha Biggar in creating the costumes; Difference between a fashion show and preparing for a film, according to Biggar.

Reports on the selection of actress and singer Taryn Manning as the lead actress in the Sundance Cinderella story film "Hustle and Flow." Career highlights; Clothing style of the actress in the film.

The article reports that Hollywood will compete with fashion for the attention of a ravenous press during New York's Fashion Week. The twice-yearly fashion fest was once the domain of the fashion trades. That was before almost every designer started tapping their celebrity connections to generate heat for debuting lines, attracting a whole new class of media to the scrum. Increasingly, a celebrity in the front row adds credibility to the show and certainty that it won't be overlooked by the media--or by the buyers who make or break a collection.

Presents updates on the clothing industry in the U.S. and Europe as of July 1, 2004. Description of a Donald Duck T-shirt design created by fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld; Presentation of the fashion short film "Traffic Jam" at a screening party in Milan, Italy; Partnership of "Hamptons" magazine with licensing firm Imagemark Inc.

Reports on fashion designer Donna Karan's plan to bring her 'New York Stories' to the big screen, by producing a film for her DKNY label directed by Steven Sebring. Presentation of fashion highlights from the fall 2002; Plot of the 18-minute film 'A Little Film About a Big City.'

Reports global developments in the fashion industry as of June 2003. Appointment of Aishwarya Rai as international ambassadress for L'Oréal Paris; Inclusion of David Cardona's clothing collection in the film 'Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle'; Plan of Thierry Mugler to focus on the fragrance business.

The article focuses on clothing and fashion in teen-oriented films. Maggie Murphy of "Entertainment Weekly" comments on the impact of movies on teens. Alex Wright, director of the film "Bad Decisions," says that the wrong fashion can destroy the feel of the film and that if teens are attracted to the characters, they will be more attracted to their clothing. Costume designers April Ferry and Mario Cattoretti discuss the fashions in the films "Boys and Girls" and "Hamlet."

Discusses the television program `Hollywood Fashion Machine' of United States-based cable television network American Movie Classics. Program's focus on fashion developments in the motion picture industry in Hollywood.

Looks into costumes worn in summer 1999 American motion pictures and their possible impact on American fashion for the season. Survey of dresses worn by American actresses; Includes Julia Roberts in the film `Runaway Bride'; Jeanne Tripplehorn in `Mickey Blue Eyes'; Rene Russo in the `Thomas Crown Affair'; Comments from costume designers.