Quickies: British GQ Slams Beth Ditto, Karl Lagerfeld Slams The Klum's, Joseph Abboud Gets His Name back, +

British GQ editor Alex Blimes thinks Beth Ditto is hardly more than a fat lesbian, unworthy of all the attention she's getting in the fashion world. [The Cut] 

In Karl Lagerfeld news, he had this to say about Heidi Klum and Seal: "I am no dermatologist but I wouldn't want his skin. Mine looks better than his. He is covered in craters." Ouch. But, his teddy bear is now available for just $1,000! You can bet Seal won't be purchasing. [Sun UK] and [Racked]

Joseph Abboud got his name back. After settling a two year old legal battle, the designer can now use his name in association with his menswear line, Jaz. [WWD]

How exactly do you pronounce Thierry Mugler and other foreign designer names? The Moment gives you tools so you don't look like a fashion fool. [The Moment]

Scarlett Johansson may be the face of Mango's women's line, but for their menswear campaign they chose Max Irons. That would be the son of British actor Jeremy. [WWD]

This little sit down at Il Cantinori with Anna Sui and Marc Jacobs is too cute. [Style]

Quickies: Thom Browne Not Bankrupt, But Marc Ecko May Be, Thierry Mugler's Beyonce Costumes, +

Thom Browne was reportedly in danger of bankruptcy, but now the designer claims that isn't so. He would still appreciate a financial backer, however, to grow. [WWD]

The same cannot be said, however, for Marc Ecko. The Post is reporting that he owes investors upwards of $170 million and has to make cuts across the board. The lable says the situation is not "life-threatening at all." [NYP]

Thierry Mugler's costumes for Beyonce's tour have been revealed. They're being labled "Sasha Warrior" and, yes, it still incorporates that metal glove thing.  [The Cut] 

Matthew Williamson has this to say about his new menswear line: "For the first time in 12 years, I could think of what I’d want to wear myself. I went to my wardrobe and picked out my favorite pieces and reworked things I’ve collected. The vibe is British boy on holiday in Cuba returning to England by way of Ibiza or one of the Greek islands.” [NYP]

West Side Story chic? The New York Times investigates the timeless style in the wake of the revived musical. [NYT] 

Mugler's Coffee Buzz; American Apparel Goes Vintage; Smell like Berry; Chalayan and Puma Love Affair

Thierry Mugler's limited edition fragrance, Angel Men Pure Coffee receives a glowing and over-the-top gushing review from The New York Times proving the theory that a good journalist thrives on stress, deadlines and a steady supply of coffee. Do you like your coffee like you like your men? [NYT]

Is American Apparel planning to open vintage stores? What will they sell? Previously worn American Apparel clothing? Nothing says great style like sporting someone else's pit stains. [Fashionista]

Halle Berry to launch a fragrance with Coty. Who does she think she is? Sarah Jessica Parker? [FWD]

Hussein Chalayan named creative director at Puma. And Puma has acquired a majority stake in Chalayan's business. This will be fabulous! [FWD]