If you’ve always struggled with talking dirty whilst between the sheets, exquisite lingerie brand Kiki De Montparnesse comes to your rescue with a gift set “French Lesson” panties that instruct your lover on what it is you’re fiending for. Requests include “Aime Moi” (love me), “Touche Moi” (touch me), “Leche Moi” (lick me), “Mange Moi” (eat me), “Fesse Moi,” (spank me), “Attache Moi” (Tie me up), and for the grande finale, “Baise-Moi” (fuck me). There are only a total of five so I take it the idea is to go pantie free on weekends! Buy them individually or as a gift set (image on next page).  Via Anothermag.

Oh yes, my luvs, this one’s gonna be juicy. Judging from the above preview of the finally-made video for “Monster,” it looks like ole Kanye applied some of the tricks he learned from “Runaway,” and upped the sickness ante about six notches. Check out Nicki Minaj as she crawls in horror on the floor–can’t wait to see it in full! Via Hiphopconnection.

While beautiful island  scnenery can transport you to warm sun filled destinations  on brisk winters days, the Etro collection for Spring / Summer 2011 does the same. Simple, modern and  sexy and just flat out on point. All that flawlwssly printed silk, makes us feel all warm and sunny inside. Enjoy !

Solving the problem of what to wear with clogs and sandals in the winter are  the Rachel Comey leather socks! Available at shopstandingup & OC .

As part of his effort to promote his recently opened boutique in Tokyo, his first-ever in Japan, Christian Louboutin was recently interviewed by Japanese producer and designer Verbal (in the image above, his shoe is on the left and Louboutin’s on the right). They discuss the design of the store, Louboutin’s inspirations and how he designs men’s shoes. Though I must confess, my interpretation comes through computer translation of the Japanese text so take my words with a grain of salt! Via Honeyee. More images on the next page.

Similar to the Greek God theme of his Pirelli-calendar shoot, Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld is still feeling the allure of ancient influences with his pre-Autumn collection. And while the usual lux detailing and stitching–this time with an emphasis on gold–that make Chanel stand out from the pack are all present and accounted for, it’s quite a dark collection, especially when one considers it delivers in June. Though this appears to be the mood of designers these days–be a little more serious and get back to basics by focusing on your core customer. And if you think about who really puts down the plastic for Chanel clothes, the collection makes total sense. Over 60 more looks after the flip. Via WWD.

To the soundtrack of  Bjork , a moving tribute featuring some of Alexander McQueen’s most iconic creations, a glimpse into the  creativity of the sadly departed  genius…

Arjun Saluja continues his exploration of sharp tailoring while  manipulating fabric to create volume and texture. His  Spring 2011  Rishta collection is filled with subtle contrasts and  the presence of the color white which has been a constant on many runways . More on the next page via Fashioninquisitive.

One of the grande dames of fashion Carolina Herrera has over the years kept a sharp focus on look that is ultra-feminine , refined and of course timeless. Enjoy a look a her Spring/Summer 2011 runway inspired by “the traditional clothes of Korea and botanical plates collected in the eighteenth century.”

Louis Vuitton has released its Resort 2011 ad shots.  They feature model Anne Vyalitsyna, as shot by Mark Segal. According to Sassisam, the source for these images, the collection features four collections: “60s Styles Colorama,” “Modern Nostalgia,” “Lolita on the Road,” and “50s Hollywood Glamour.” Where this brand is concerned, clearly Marc Jacobs is sticking to his prissy guns, promoting an old-school, pristine version of luxury when there was a place for everyone and everyone in their place.  More shots on the next page.