Karl Lagerfeld announces plans to show Chanel's pre-fall collection in the Big Smoke this December--that's London, folks. Bring an umbrella and a warm coat. [WWD]
Animal rights champion and vegetarian designer Stella McCartney denies rumors that her "Stella McCartney for Adidas" line uses kangaroo leather to make shoes. The adorable marsupials are safe from smelling like sweaty feet. [Fashion Week Daily]
Prada will celebrate New York Fashion Week in usual fashion: With a big party in its flagship store on Sept. 7th with The Hours and LCD Soundsystem providing music. And Damien Hirst, who lent his design talents to Levi's Warhol Factory X line of denim, has provided a few interior design touches, as well. Think skull patterned wallpaper and a large skull shaped mirror. Nothing says "Welcome" like skeletons. [WWD]
Roberto Cavalli is celebrating the opening of his Just Cavalli boutique in Manhattan during fashion week with a party (also on Sept 7th). Diane Kruger, Joshua Jackson and Mena Suvari are expected to attend while The Queens of Noize provide a worthy soundtrack. So, stop your worrying that celebrities won't be attending Fashion Week. [WWD]
