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James Franco in sync with designer

21st February 2011

(Cover) - EN Star Style - James Franco has revealed he is completely in sync with Frida Giannini.

The actor, 32, has been friends with Frida since 2008, when the Italian fashion designer and creative director of Gucci approached him to be the face of Gucci's men's fragrance.

Since landing the top job at Gucci, Frida has formed a strong personal and professional relationship with the actor, who is currently starring in 127 hours. James is complimentary of the designers creative abilities, and doesnt doubt that they will continue to have a relationship to be reckoned with in the fashion world.

"Frida and I have been in sync since we met," he told Harpers Bazaar. "I love her work, and she supports mine. Creatively, I know we will always be in line with each other."

Frida worked for Fendi in 1997 to design ready-to-wear. After three seasons, she was promoted to designer of leather goods. In 2002, she joined Gucci as design director of handbags. In 2004, Frida was appointed to head women's accessories when Tom Ford departed the company. In 2006, she was promoted to creative director for the entire Gucci label. (C) Cover Media

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