Elle.com: Alexis Mabille Talks Dressing Dita Von Teese and Cointreau Bottles

Elle.com: Alexis Mabille Talks Dressing Dita Von Teese and Cointreau Bottles
by Lauren Levinson
March 13, 2013

Photo: Kaylin Idora

Alexis Mabille is making his mark on both the burlesque and luxe liquor world. Let us explain. The French designer, who had stints at Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, and Lancôme, just created the opening outfit for Dita Von Teese’s Strip Strip Hooray show, which premiered in NYC last weekend. The look is a sleek tuxedo that she, of course, takes off—bit by bit—during the act. Von Teese is a brand ambassador for Cointreau triple sec liquor, and later this year, Mabille will be debuting a bottle of it that he outfitted with his iconic bow tie motif.

We have a sneak peek at the Cointreau bottle that Mabille designed, and we also quizzed him about his inspiration, his love of bow ties, and what’s next for his brand.

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CatWalkQueen.tv: Dita Von Teese talks fashion and shares her tips for a glamorous life

CatWalkQueen.tv: Dita Von Teese talks fashion and shares her tips for a glamorous life
by Gemma Cartwright
11 January, 2013

Dita Von Teese is one of a kind. A tiny, perfectly polished throwback to a time when ‘making an effort’ involved more than a spritz of dry shampoo, some platform heels and a lick of mascara. She is always perfectly poised and impeccably dressed, with a smart, well thought-out answer to every question.

We were lucky enough to get some time with Dita when she visited London to show off the My Cointreau evening bag, her latest project with long-term collaborators Cointreau. The elegant cream box bag houses a naughty secret – a specially designed interior that holds all the ingredients to whip up the perfect cocktail. Sneaking booze in your bag has never been so glamorous.

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Dita.net: Celebrate the Holidays with Dita and Cointreau

Dita.net: Celebrate the Holidays with Dita and Cointreau

Red Stockings
Smooth as silk. Alluring, extravagant, simply elegant.

1.5 oz. Cointreau
1 oz. Cranberry Juice
1/2 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
Top with chilled Champagne

Shake all ingredients with ice, except for the Champagne.
Strain into a champagne flute. Top with Champagne.
Garnish with winter berries.

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Upcoming Events & Projects

photo: Kaylin Idora

A recap of recent developments…

CHELSEA LATELY SHOW
Dita Von Teese is scheduled to appear on US talk show, The Chelsea Lately Show, 26 December, 2012. Check local listings for air times. (US only)

STRIP STRIP HOORAY
The NYC shows have been rescheduled for March, and a new set of LA shows have been added for February. For all details, visit StripStripHooray.com.

DITA VON TEESE PERFUMES
Both Dita’s perfumes are now available through Ron Robinson, both online and in store at Apothia, Ron Robinson, Fred Segal Melrose, LA.

MY COINTREAU EVENING BAG
Dita’s My Cointreau Evening Bag can now be purchased in Paris, London, Milano, Madrid, Köln, Düsseldorf and MITSUKOSHI online. Visit this page for more details.

NEW VON FOLLIES
The new collection of Von Follies lingerie by Dita Von Teese is due for an Australian release in February.

Cosmopolitan (India) December, 2012

Cosmopolitan (India) December, 2012
photography by Vishesh Verma

These are snap shots taken from a digital version of Cosmopolitan India, via worldmags.net. I also added some photos from the VisheshVerma.com weblog, celebrity and personal projects sections.

George Bone has also added some photos to the News & Press section of dita.net.