- Has Lena Dunham tapped her mega-famous friends for roles on Girls? Rumor has it Dunham's in talks with Cara Delevingne and Taylor Swift for cameos on the HBO series, and even wants the latter to consider a more permanent role—including writing music for the show. Grazia
- Pharrell is set to curate an art exhibit, titled "Girl," after his latest album, at Parisian gallery Salle de Bal. The exhibition will feature pieces by Marina Abramovic, Sophie Calle, Cindy Sherman and Tracey Emin, and more and run from May 27 to June 25. WWD
- From the Dicker boots to the Hoden sandals, the Telegraph asks, what gives Isabel Marant's footwear that universal appeal? Telegraph
- British fast-fashion chain Primark is set to make its U.S. arrival next year. The company has already leased the former Filene's space in Boston's Burnham building. WWD
"Europe is all about style, whereas America is all about lifestyle. So really Gap is not so much about fashion, but more about dressing you for the way you live: outgoing, outdoorsy, rational and functional." Rebekka Bay discusses what's in store for Gap. Telegraph
- Gisele Bündchen and husband Tom Brady took their children Ben and Vivian to watch the Boston Marathon on Monday. Popsugar
- On early Friday morning, three masked men drove a stolen car into the front window of Chanel's South Kensington boutique in London, stealing 26 bags worth around $84,150. WWD
- Sofia Vergara will launch her new fragrance, Sofia by Sofia Vergara, on HSN tonight at midnight. HSN
- Valentino is now offering customization for its iconic Rockstud collection—customers can now personalize shoes, bags, and other leather items in a range of red shades with individual charms and studs. Luxury Daily
- 3.1 Phillip Lim's 12-piece collection of denim features wardrobe basics reworked in raw denim, from a moto jacket and pencil skirt to a convertible trench coat. The Cut
- British brand Joseph welcomes a range of footwear from Marc Jacobs, Proenza Schouler, Chloé, Jil Sander, and Veronique Branquinho to its Soho store. Joseph
Julie Kosin is the senior culture editor of ELLE.com, where she oversees all things movies, TV, books, music, and art, from trawling Netflix for a worthy binge to endorsing your next book club pick. She's the former director of audience strategy and entertainment at HarpersBAZAAR.com. When not glued to her laptop, she can be found taking pictures of her dog or haunting used bookstores.
