Fashion news: Tim Gunn smack talks Taylor Momsen, Sears teams up with FCUK and LFW models sign employment contracts

Taylor Momsen is the latest find herself in Tim Gunn’s crosshairs. “What a diva! She was pathetic, she couldn’t remember her lines, and she didn’t even have that many. I thought to myself ‘why are we all being held hostage by this brat?” Gunn told E! News of his experience on the Gossip Girl set. [The Cut]

Tara Subkoff resurrects her Imitation of Christ line with a show at Mac & Milk today. [WWD]

Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney will be participating in London’s first ever sustainable fashion show during London Fashion Week on September 17. [Vogue UK]

Tom Ford, on his return to womenswear, “It happened organically. I told myself I would not come back to women’s until I felt I had something new to say, and I decided I’m only going to do it if I have fun.” [WWD]

Reem Acra will be coming to a television near you. The Lebanese-born designer will be launching an affordable capsule collection on HSN on September 22 with prices ranging from US$39 to US$299. [InStyle]

Unlikely bedfellows Sears and French Connection will be collaborating on a contemporary clothing and accessories line for women called UK Style by French Connection. The line will be available exclusively at select Sears stores in March. [WWD]

Models walking the runways for London Fashion Week can now sign an employment contract that guarantees a minimum rate of pay, usage rights and health and safety guidelines thanks to the first ever London Fashion Week Model Programme. [Vogue UK]

Eviana Hartman has designed a dress for jewellery designer Monique Péan’s Spring 2011 jewellery presentation. The Bodkin designer was inspired by a “a solar eclipse while on a trip to French Polynesia.” [Vogue]

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