The Croc is a shoe that divides people, much like the Ugg. Usually, those people arguing for the Croc claim that comfort should take precedence over any other factor in footwear; everyone else points out calmly that Crocs are probably the most hideous things you could ever choose to put on your feet.

Crocs have decided to tap into this cultural divide by launching a website that allows users to give feedback on Crocs designs. According to the site,

Crocsideas.com is a global platform where you are able to share your ideas and input with Crocs and fellow community members around the world. When you share an idea, other members can vote your idea to the top and Crocs can put this idea into action.

In other words, you do the work so the design team doesn't have to.

In their defense, the Crocs brand now offers a lot more than the plastic clog hybrid that made them famous; unfortunately the ones we liked the most were a rip-off of these Marc Jacobs ballet shoes.

If you have the urge to input your ideas for the Crocs brand, visit the site here.

Katy Perry made a touching tribute to her current squeeze Russell Brand at the MTV Europe Awards earlier this month by wearing a West Ham United basque. The corset, in the team's colours of burgundy and blue and with badges very tastefully positioned on the bust, is now going on sale for £300, commissioned by the club following 'huge demand'.

We're thinking this could lead to a trend in football themed lingerie. Would you wear your boyfriend's (or your own) team's colours on your underwear? Or would you even go to a match in a corset like Katy's?

The basques are made by Siobhan Dillon, and will be available exclusively through the club's stores.

Source: Guardian

Over the past few months we've reported on a number of collaborations between celebrities and high street stores, who joined to design various ranges for charity.

Next to do her good deed is Pixie Lott. Not content with designing a charity t-shirt for River Island, the popstarlet has gone back to the design board, this time teaming up with Moschino to design a limited edition T-shirt.

Her grey tee features a graffiti design of lyrics from her songs and all profits made will be donated to the Perthes Association, a charity that supports families and children suffering from Perthes' disease and The Italia Conti Trust.

The T-shirt will available exclusively on the Moschino virtual boutique from mid November and we think the £85 price tag is more than worth it.

We're still reeling from the news that Luella has lost it's financial backing, but it seems there may be some light at the end of the tunnel for bargain hunters.

Don't get us wrong, we're still really upset that the fashion world has, for now, lost such a talented designer, but we can't help rejoicing the fact that the sudden collapse has bought on a mamouth Luella sale (we blame the credit crunch for our selfishness).

Many items online including purses, bags and dresses have been slashed by more than 50%, making this the designer bargain hunters sale of the year.

And to make up for our greed, we're more than happy to join the Save Luella campaign on Facebook. We feel redeemed already.

It's finally happened. The Government has woken up and taken note that many of you are still being scammed by rogue modelling agencies.

It announced this week that it's introducing new rules banning agencies from taking upfront fees from models, following concerns that some agencies are charging exorbitant amounts without any likelihood of securing people castings or work.

This isn't the first time the Government has waded into this industry. Last year it introduced a seven day cooling off period for up front fees, similar to the ones you might find on an electricity contracts. However this has fallen on deaf ears with some unscrupulous scouts continuing regardlessly.

But the Government has now toughened up.

Under the new regulations that will come into force during 2010, agencies that break the law could face prosecution and courts can impose unlimited fines for the most serious offences. Owners of rogue agencies could also be banned from operating for up to ten years. As the Government will be going after the agency owners it means they will be prevented from opening up under a new name.

We spoke to the Department for Business Innovation and Skills, which told us the move was based on the " recurring number of complaints from the public," but the media also had a key part in "highlighting" the problem.

Of course we can't take all the credit, as we know many mags and newspapers have been talking about this for a while. However, we think we deserve a small pat on the back after we once again bought this, so far, never ending problem back into the spotlight.

Last month I carried out some research (read the full story here) into the grimy world of faux modelling agencies, whose tactics include pouncing, sorry, "scouting" you in the street and enticing you into parting with your cash by offering you a range of too good to be true deals.

As I found out, nothing in life is as good as it looks, especially when it comes to being offered a modelling contract when your more the size of a rat than the traditional size zero mouse, and had I gone ahead with the deal I would have been left well over £500 out of pocket.

Following this weeks announcement I've tried to get in touch with the agency that scouted me to see what it had to say, quelle surprise, "no one [was] available for comment."

We're thrilled that something is finally being done about agencies like this , but we warn you not to let your guard down too quickly. We advise you to read contracts carefully and investigate the company as much as possible. Like with that pesky black sock that always gets in with the white wash, we can be sure some rogue agencies will sneak in and use as many tactics as possible to get your money.

Let us know if you've had a bad experience with a rogue modelling agency by leaving a comment below.

It seems Emanuel Ungaro is moving to disassociate himself with Lindsay Lohan's terrible attempt at designing for the brand.

He described the collection, shown at last month's Paris fashion week a "disaster"

"I am furious but I can't do anything about it," he told reporters at a film festival in Lisbon.
Ungaro, who has not had any dealings with the fashion brand since he left in 2005, also warned the fashion house "is in the process of losing its soul."

Despite Lindsay's damage we really hope the brand doesn't go down the same sad road as Luella. Losing one huge designer is bad enough.

Model Lara Stone is clearly putting her stamp on the fashion world.

She's been signed up as the face of Louis Vuitton and now we've come across this gorgeous fashion shoot she's done for the December edition of UK Vogue.

Shot by Mario Testino, Lara wears a range of satin, silk and feathered ball gowns with fitted bodices, which we think really brings home what Christmas party outfits are all about.

We can't wait to get hold of a copy, but here's a few of the pictures to keep you going until then.

Get a celebrity styled T-shirt and do your bit for charity (can it get any better that this?).
Head down to River Island now where Alesha Dixon, Pixie Lott and Kelly Roland have been working with the retailer's young designers to refashion T-shirts into mini dresses and rock tees in aid of the Princes Trust.

We've had a sneaky look at the collection and have fallen in love with the zebra print fringed creation by Pixie, who said: "My T-shirt dress is everything it should be - cheeky, fun and cool." We quite agree.

The T-shirts are available online now and in-store from Friday. But hurry as we have a feeling these celebrity creations won't be hanging around for long

We've been sitting here in shock after hearing that investors Club 21 have walked away from it's financing agreement with Luella, causing the designer brand to cease trading.

According to WWD, in a joint statement, VSQ Limited, the subsidiary of Club 21, said it had reluctantly "taken the decision not to invest further in its relationship with Luella Bartley Limited."

There's been a string of bad luck for the fashion designer, who has a large fan base including Alexa Chung, Kate Moss and Lily Allen. Last month Luella's key ready-to-wear producer was hit by the recession and the factory closed unexpectedly.

However, it's not a final curtain call just yet, Luella has hinted that there may be knight in shining fashion armour. "We have a number of options open to us, and are considering these over the coming months," she said. We'll be waiting.

We know we usually give you news and ideas about clothing and accessories but fashion isn't about what you wear, it's about every part of your life. Whether it be your car, pet or household furnishings everything you own reflects your style.

While we're not telling you to go and buy an extortionately priced car or hire the latest interior designer, we do recommend you hot foot it down to Comet now.

Yes we know, its hardly a place you originally associate with the hip and happening but, what if we told you the retailer has teamed up with kooky designers Lulu Guinness.

The collaboration features our favourite Lulu iconic lip design, which has been previously sported on many a celeb including Katy Perry and Sophie Ellis Bextor via rings and handbags. And it's now made an appearance on a limited edition toaster a meaning you can make your toast in style.

Lulu Guinness said "I am delighted to team up with Comet on this project and thrilled with the design. This is the first time I've designed a something for the kitchen and I am excited to think of the toaster sitting in people's homes, adding a bit of fun and glamour to their everyday activities."

Although Lulu isn't the first designer to move into the electrical market (fashionistas will know all about Cath Kidston's designs for Roberts radio), we can't wait to get our hands on the appliance, which is available online now and in stores from 13th November.

We'll most definitely be seeing you in the queue.

Seventies and hippy style chicks will be as excited as we are to hear that legendary fashion designer Zandra Rhodes has launched another collection for Marks and Spencer.

The seventies style creator has returned to the highstreet store for another season after the success of her first collection and we predict this range, which includes batwing tops, revamped 21st century jumpsuits and velvet and suede fabrics, will do just as well.

We'll see you at the checkouts.

We know it may be a little bit late/early (depending on how optimistic you are) in the year to be talking about sunglasses but we couldn't resist sharing this little bit of knowledge with you.

Nicole Kidman was spotted out and about in Paris wearing these classic aviator frame shades by Alex and Chloe, and we're sure you'll agree they really are a sight for sore eyes.

If you want to get your hands on a pair of these for next summer or a winter break away then log onto the Alex and Chloe website. The shades cost a very reasonable $190. Not bad for star style.

And it doesn't end there. Fans of 90210 can also get the look with the same range of accessories the cast of the programme have been spotted wearing. This includes this I Heart Paris T-shirt ($27) and cave necklace, which were worn by 90210 's Jessica Stroup.