Fashion news: Marc Jacobs poses nude, Tavi is number 1 and the perpetual catfight between Ford and Next

If you think animals fight for their mates, you should see Ford and Next go at it over models. Ford has sued Next three times for stealing models, and now Next is counter-suing, after one of their agents (with three of their prized models) jumped to Ford. Drama! [The Cut]

Taking one for the team, Marc Jacobs is the model for his first men’s fragrance in a decade.  Aptly named, Bang, it’s first ad features a lubed-up Jacobs lying naked with an oversized cologne bottle between his legs. Lets just hope none of the older, leathery designers decide to follow suit. [Huffington Post]

What does the word “nude” mean to you? In recent debates “nude” is used to describe that peachy cream colour which dominated the Spring runways. Others are wise to say that creamy beige isn’t nude for everyone, and the term could be interpreted as racist. AP has already begun replacing the N-word with “champagne.” [Guardian]

In 2010, it’s hard to imagine fashion without the web. In a recent post, Fashionista compiled a list of the most influential personal style bloggers, and, surprise, surprise, the number one spot went to industry darling Tavi. [Fashionista]

T’was tweeted: LA Times entertainment editor Joy Press tweeted yesterday “The next America’s Next Top Model winner will get a cover of Italian Vogue, not Seventeen. Which means they actually have to find…a top model.” What, find a reality-TV and runway-friendly face? It it hasn’t happened in 14 seasons, we’re not exactly holding our breath. [Racked]

British Ebay is seeing a massive sales spike for anything SATC related. Manolo Blahniks (Carrie Bradshaw‘s favourite shoe) sales are up 500 per cent. There have also been significant increases in the movement of tutus, turbans and personalized necklaces. Looks like some people are just getting Carried away. [Vogue UK]

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