New York, get ready for more Balenciaga. Label execs have confirmed that the brand will open a second NYC store, but are remaining mum as to where that’ll be. Our fondest home/greatest fear: Right next door to our offices. [WWD]Because she doesn’t already have enough going for her, Gisele Bündchen is launching a line of [...]

In our latest “After Hours” video, filmmaker Alexis Dahan hits the party circuit with the near-legendary show producer and scenographer Alex de Betak. You may be less than familiar with his name—you’ll definitely be familiar with his work.De Betak is the go-to for the biggest labels, designers, and companies, and has been responsible for some [...]

Emmanuelle Alt’s ascension to the throne of Paris Vogue meant that her former employers—Balmain and Isabel Marant—were left without a stylist for their shows. Christophe Decarnin (left) has officially filled the position: longtime Helmut Lang stylist Melanie Ward is doing the honors for the label this season. [WWD]And speaking of Alt, the editrix has revealed [...]

Finally, a bit of insight into Chanel’s beauty ambassadors: “I test out product before it hits stores, and give my opinion and what I love about it,” Chanel It girl Leigh Lezark revealed. Remind us again where applications for this gig are? [WWD]
Romance rumor mill: Kate Hudson and A-Rod call it quits. And we were [...]

The British Fashion Council and British Vogue want a piece of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund action. The newly launched BFC Vogue Designer Fashion Fund, which will help foster design talent in emerging labels, is accepting applications until December 2. Central Saint Martins grads, start your engines. [Telegraph U.K.]
Kate Winslet wins $40,000 for not exercising a [...]