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In the past Kelly Cutrone, founder of PR firm People's Revolution, has made a name for herself by silencing those with a less than flattering opinion of her clients. Her latest campaign is against The Fug Girls, banning them from all People's Revolution shows for comments made against Nicky Hilton & her latest attempt as a designer. Ms. Cutrone defended herself by stating "It's a regional magazine. It's not Vogue. It's New York Magazine. But we haven't banned New York magazine, but have the FUG girls been dis-invited from our shows, yes they have. I have no interest in working for non-fashion journalist bloggers." "I don't think they have any sense of validity for them to cover shows."

In September 2006, Cutrone banned Patty Huntington of the Sydney Morning Herald for reporting false rumors. Huntington reported tensions between People's Revolution clients Jeremy Scott and Ksubi. Cutrone posted the above flier around the Jeremy Scott show, even going as far as to call the journalist "Cuntington". Huntington rehashed a telephone conversation with Cutrone on her Sydney Morning Herald blog:

The ban would moreover, she said, also cover all her international activities. She rattled off a list of cities where she staged events, including, I am sure she said, Moscow. She didn't mention that the ban extended to outer space, however, given the eccentricity of the performance, I started to wonder just how many aliens might be on her books.

Cutrone then also offered words to the effect that she would make it a personal mission to interfere with my ability to do my job "for the rest of your journalistic career".

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Cutrone added that she would also be suing me over what she claimed had been a "factually incorrect" story, adding that her father either owns or works at a top New York legal firm. I'm not sure if she mentioned this purely to bignote herself or to illustrate that the billings from her agency are so minuscule that she would be required to ask for a freebie from dad in order to get a case up.

 

 

And of course, who could forget Julie Fredrickson of Almost Girl's chance encounter with Anna Wintour, cut short by the ever protective publicst. We applaud Cutrone for going to such lengths to protect her clients, but can't we all just get along? Isn't there a better way to resolve these differences of opinion?

Cutrone isn't the only publicist banning journalists (and bloggers) for their so-called bad behavior, but she certainly does receive the most press coverage. New York Times journalist Cathy Horyn has found herself banned from more than one show for her opinion. For the Fall shows held in February, Ms Horyn was not allowed at Vera Wang, Carolina Herrera, Nicole Miller and Dolce & Gabbana.

Since the birth of the printing press, there have been differences of opinion between readers and those who write. While we may not always agree with others, it's important to respect where the author is coming from. We're sure the Fug Girls won't be the last to be "dis-invited" from Fashion Week, by Cutrone or any other publicist with a business to protect.

 

Our friends at The Daily Obsession want to help you celebrate summer, in honor of their Essentials For A Summer Escape feature.  Each day, from now until June 24, TDO will be giving away beauty products to help make your summer as gorgeous as possible.

Today, they're giving away 5 (yes five!) bottles of Lancome Glow Sensuelle, and all you need to do is leave a comment to enter!  Be sure to check back every day for their latest giveaway -- and don't forget to enjoy your summer!

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Inspired by a wonderful post at Daddy Likey and the pouring rain outside, I've decided to express my love for my go to rainy day outfit. Rainy days can be so fussy, between grey skies, bad hair and runny makeup, you don't even want to leave your house - unless you have a fool proof outfit.

My trench coat is an almost ridiculous shade of bright pink, but it never fails to produce a big smile on my face. Often paired with a pair of stud earrings and Pucci-inspired scarf by Oscar De La Renta, I often look forward to rainy days. While bright pink may not be your shade, there is a cheery trenchcoat out there for you. PS: don't forget the scarf! If you need help, Daddy Likey's got all options covered.

 

There's still time to win a Rakku Shoe Wheel with Style IT and ThisNext. Don't forget how easy it is!

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Hurry up, because time is running out. Contest ends February 9, and the winner will be announced right here on Style IT February 10.

 

 

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Come on, admit it. Who doesn't love playing dress up in designer duds?! Now you can too, and win a Rakku Shoe Wheel all at the same time. All you have to do is use ThisNext to recommend what you'd wear if you were to attend New York Fashion Week and tag it Style IT. If you don't have an account with ThisNext, be sure to sign up for one. Enter now, because the contest ends February 9.

Need a little more inspiration? Check out all the items tagged "Style IT".

 

Style IT and ThisNext are teaming up to allow readers of Style IT to win a Rakku Shoe Wheel!

What would you wear if you could attend New York Fashion Week? Style IT and This Next want to know! All you have to do to win a Rakku Shoe Wheel is select the items you'd wear if you could attend the shows, and be sure to tag them "StyleIT". Be sure to sign up for a ThisNext account if you don't already have one so you can participate.

To add to the fun, add beauty products, accessories and undergarments you'd wear. Don't forget to tag your items, because we'll be checking in on you! The official contest dates are from February 2 through February 9. The winner will be announced right here on Style IT on February 10. Good luck!

 

 

 

--Art director of America's Next Top Model, Jay Manuel, has a new gig: Style Director of Match.com. Maybe he can help out Courtney Love? Via Imaginary Socialite

--Mary Kate Olsen leaves the house in a plaid bedsheet, without the Balenciaga torture chambers. Via PopSugar

--Marilyn Manson has found someone younger to clone Dita's look: Evan Rachel Wood. Let the comparisons begin. Via Socialite's Life

--Jessica and Ashlee Simpson looking the same. Are we in for a new sister act? Via X17 Online

--Socialite Ranke, the website that brought Tinsley Mortimer's fame to near pandemonium levels has a new obsession: Kate Middleton. Via Socialite Rank

--Just in cae the first round wasn't enough, DeathByCamera is back for round two with last night's American Idol contestants Myspaces. Via DeathByCamera

--ViewFromTheFourthRow, a blog thats been around a little bit is gaining some serious attention. And it's totally deserved. Intriuge, snark, and gossip all wrapped into wonderful little posts. I can't wait for Fashion Week.