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Fantastic Man Shoots Plus-Size Dudes; Lacoste Denies Malandrino Rumors

Fantastic Man shot male plus-size models for an editorial. The copy reads, “A series of stylistic suggestions for bold summer fashions to be worn by gentlemen of quite marvelous shape.” [Jezebel]

• Two iconic dresses from Alexander McQueen’s Salem witch trials–inspired fall 2007 collection will be auctioned at Bonhams, Knightsbridge in London on June 30. [Vogue UK]

Lacoste denied that Catherine Malandrino is in the running to take over design following Christophe Lemaire’s departure. [Fashionologie]

Abbey Lee and Baptiste Giabiconi star in Karl Lagerfeld’s latest campaign. Baptiste wears the same T-shirt and jeans in every shot. [Design Scene]

• Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen just added eyewear to their Elizabeth and James line. [Fashionista]

• Everything in Lucky’s latest issue is under $100. [Racked]

• Longchamp has sold more than 16 million of its famous nylon and leather bags since 1993. [NYT]

Givenchy designer Riccardo Tisci created a black jacket made from the skins of 101 snakes for Marina Abramovic to wear at the closing party for her exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art. [On the Runway/NYT]

Elle is hosting a concert at the Highline to mark its third annual “Women in Music” issue. [WWD]

Fantastic Man Shoots Plus-Size Dudes; Lacoste Denies Malandrino Rumors