Nina New Marie Claire Fash Director

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After what seemed like endless speculation as to where Project Runway judge Nina Garcia would land after exiting Elle, it's finally confirmed she's the new Fashion Director of Marie Claire come September. Per Fashion Week Daily via "a source involved in the negotiations": "Garcia will attend the upcoming round of fashion weeks with the Marie Claire team. An official announcement on Garcia's hire could come as soon as the end of the week." Regarding "...rumors that Marie Claire will replace Elle as a partner on Project Runway, they remain hearsay... At this point, Elle is confirmed for season five of Project Runway with season six undecided. [FWD]