Actress Emma Watson made the headlines last week. Why? Because of the gorgeous dress she wore to the L.A premiere of her new movie The Tales of Despereaux. And because she opted for an up-coming designer over the likes of Chanel or McQueen. The chosen one was of course designer quaint cafe in Bermondsey he mentioned the possibility that Emma would wear one of his exquisite designs. I for one am pleased William made it to the red carpet…take a look at his collection for
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Madonna and her revolving heels
As soon as Victoria Beckham stepped out in those
Read MoreDesigner alert: Antje Ceczy
Jewellery designer Antje Ceczy’s c.v reads like a who’s who of fashion, with Christian Lacroix, Chanel, Nina Ricci and Karl Lagerfeld amongst her impressive list of clients and colleagues. Now, Antje has launched her own label and her debut collection is stunning.
Read MoreBeyonce in Gareth Pugh. Who would have thought?
Style icon… Beyonce…the two words are rarely (if ever) uttered in the same sentence. Is that about to change? Since the un-official announcement of her marriage to Jay-Z and the announcement of a third solo album…oh and an alter ego dubbed Sasha Fierce, B’s sense of style has done a u-turn.
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Ferragamo Exclusive! [Purse Blog] Helena Christensen takes to the seas for Agent Provocateur [Fabsugar] Cindy Crawford’s still got her sex appeal! [Fashionista] Chanel Iman launches her own channel on You Tube [Bagsnob] Claudia Schiffer to front YSL campaign [Marie Claire] Gucci hearts Rhianna [The Fashion Bomb]
Read MoreRei Kawakubo takes on the masses at H&M
What: Comme des Garcons for H&M is set to be released worldwide on November 13th and with less than one month to go we can barely contain our excitement.
Read MoreHow to Wear Coloured Mascara
Like leggings, ra-ra skirts, cone bra tops and corsets before it, another style moment from the eighties is making itself felt again. Umm humm coloured mascara is back, with new bold colour lines being added to major make up brands collections. And I for one am a big fan. There’s blue, purple, green, maroon, even gold.
Read MoreIts Jourdan Dunn’s first cover for British Vogue!
The question on everyone’s lips since Vogue Italia released its all black issue back in July has been, “Will it actually make a difference?
Read MoreGod Save McQueen
Britannia fashion is something that is appearing more and more this season, and Alexander McQueen is, as usual, one of the
Read MoreNew Designer: Go glam with CC Skye
Combining old fashioned glamour with a fashion forward edge LA Jewellery designer, CC Skye boasts an impressive celebrity following, with style icons such as Nicole Richie, Cameron Diaz and Hilary Duff seen out and about flaunting her take on bling. This young LA crowd are perhaps indicative of CC Skye’s look, which she describes as embracing the ‘IT girl style.’ Her designs often incorporate the season’s ‘must haves,’ such as last seasons (perhaps some what overdone) Chanel inspired chain-strap which morphs so successfully here into a bracelet.
Read MoreLove Your Style: Cory Kennedy
Model, ‘internet celebrity’, and 90210 actress Cory Kennedyis so effortlessly cool it hurts. Spotted in 2005 by photographer Mark ‘
Read MoreModel.Live Episode 5: Hustle and Bustle, Castings on the Double
It’s literally the eve of New York Fashion Week as Model.Live’s fifth episode is shot. After the last three shows, we have a fairly surface-level idea about the personalities of Cato, Madeline and Austria, but now the real fun comes as we see them in the thick of endless castings.
Read MoreFall 2008 issue of TIME Style & Design
Ahhh so much fashion, so little time! After what has been a pretty quiet couple of weeks in fashion week related too. We’ve just received an email in our inbox with a heads up about this months issue of TIME Style & Design. Its called LADIES FIRST! and TIME are profiling 12 women who are shaping the way global consumers think about and consume fashion. See after the jump for the list of ladies…
Read MoreWe Heart Bebaroque!
As something of a hosiery enthusiast, I am predictably exited by the abundance of pretty pretty tights on the A/W catwalks. Trouble is, whilst I can admire the illustrated legs of Chanel, Chloe and Rodarte from afar with an adoring sigh, the chances of ever getting my chipped-nail-varnished paws on such items of beauty are rather low. After months of searching for tights of a more affordable nature (given the inevitable likelihood of laddering), and with only a feeble pair of lace tights to show as my spoils, I was delighted to come across
Read MoreThe Evolution Of Burberry
Like many other iconic fashion houses Burberry Prorsum has its signatures pieces. For Louis Vuitton it’s the eloping “L” and “V” and for Chanel it’s the luxurious incorporation of tweed that has existed within the threadwork of the house since it was well established in the 1920s. Like many of the influential houses that are still in existence they’ve reinvented that once iconic symbol with ultra-modern relevance.
Read MoreThe Gladiator Mandal
Bernard Wilhelm Spring 2009 When the gladiator sandal sashayed down Chanel’s resort 2007 collection, a new mania was heralded. But with all this hype, fanfare and brouhaha over women and their newly beloved gladiator sandal, where do men factor in? The flurry of sprightly coloured and drab sandals Miu Miu sent out for their SS07 men’s collection paled in comparison to Chanel’s Amazon-like footwear . And as the gladiator sandal trail blazed its way into the closets of women, men were in a chasm of sorts, stuck with the fashionably faux-pas plastic flip-flop and the odd Miu Miu sandal. Fast forward to today and men can now clamour for the so-called gladiator mandal, or man-sandals, at very affordable prices too. Topman and HE by Mango carry some urbane gladiator mandals that effectively blot out the femininity that surround this style of footwear. Here are our top 3 picks.
Read MoreCouture Fashion Week AW08: The Highlights
The whirlwind that is couture fashion week is over folks! What a week its been. Here are our highlights: 1. Alessandra Facchinetti’s successful debut for Valentino. The most anticipated show of the week turned out to be a hit, Facchinetti must be SO relieved. 2. Galliano never ceases to amaze us and this year was no exception. Dior’s couture collection was stunning (as always!)
Read MoreFashion Meets Technology Again: Dior Homme’s iPhone Holder
When fashion last teamed up with technology, My Fashion Life was left wowed at aesthetics, but rather disappointed over the functionality of the Nokia 7900 Crystal Prism. Now nothing can be taken away from the visual masterpiece Fredrique Dubal brought to us in the Prism. However, such is the mind of the average consumer that when fashion is infused into technology and malfunction occurs, fashion tends to be seen as fall guy. For instance, Nokia’s move to beautify the Prism may be viewed as the oversight in delivering a functional phone. Well fashion, courtesy of Dior Homme, has ventured into the lifestyle/technology market again, but this time around fashion has provided a foil to an already venerated piece of technology: the iPhone.
Read MoreRed Carpet: Goodbye Gowns?
Is it the demise of the gown? Big-time fashion and film events like the Oscars, Golden Globes, the Met gala and now Cannes have made gowns an almost de rigueur fashion choice for all of the A-listers present. Yet recently, some ladies have dared to be different and have sported ultra-glam dresses that show more than a little leg.
Read MoreLove Your Style: Jenny Humphrey
I know there have been a lot of posts about Gossip Girl in the past few months, with most of the focus being on Blair (
Read MoreHandbag Serendipity!
Serendipity, as defined by dictionary.com, is “an aptitude for making desirable discoveries by accident, or “good fortune; luck. Well, I have to say I had quite a bit of both aptitude and good fortune a while ago
Read MoreStyle Crush: Ashlee Simpson
Okay, I am admitting this with great reluctance, but … I really like Ashlee Simpson’s style. This is frustrating to me, because I’m not entirely sure what she does (the lip-synching snafu of a few years ago proves that she receives some, um, assistance), and she’s just a little too ooey-gooey with Pete Wentz. But I really have a thing for her look.
Read MoreKarl Lagerfeld: Influences the World
World renowned designer, Karl Lagerfeld, has been honoured with the ultimate accolade, a coveted spot in Time magazine’s top 100 most infuential people.
Read MoreWalk the tights-rope!
I have always been an enthusiastic ambassador for the joys of coloured tights, so it is with a heavy heart that I announce my resignation. That is not to say that I am abandoning tights as a whole, it’s just that I’m a little bored of the block colour variety.
Read MoreMen Don’t Make Passes at Women Who Wear Glasses!
Whomever coined the above phrase was seriously deluded. Granted, the frame choices of yore lacked much of the style that today’s glasses do, but eyeglasses can be seriously sexy. Gucci, Valentino, and now Marc Jacobs all have eyeglass frames for everyday wear that are as much of a personal style choice as what you put on your feet or wear out to an important event.
Read MoreComfy Shoes: Love Your Footsies
If you live in a city, it is inevitable that you walk around a lot. In Manhattan, which is home to some of the most intensely fashion-oriented women I’ve ever seen (just wander around at 9 am on a Sunday on the Upper East Side to see women perfectly coiffed and Chanel-ed and you will understand what I mean), fashion and practicality are often at odds in the footwear department. Having had fairly serious foot surgery last summer, I’m more cautious than most when it comes to traipsing around the city in heels. Consequently, I’m constantly on the prowl for cute shoes that won’t destroy my feet. Below, find a list of shoes that are a healthy mix of fashion and function.
Read MoreOscars 2008: The Looks That Stole the Show!
Black and red appeared to be the popular colour of choice last night at the Oscars, which made for a lack lustre red carpet. But rather than focus on what the majority were wearing, let’s throw the spotlight on the outfits that, for better or worse, did make an impact. The award for the most unusual outfit of the evening went to Marion Cotillard (pictured above), who sparkled in a figure hugging mermaid like, Jean Paul Gaultier frock.
Read MoreFashion Fix: A Roundup
Gap releases it’s limited edition version of the Mulberry Roxanne bag in the U.S, just in time for Valentines day! [Fabsugar] Designer, Catherine Malandrino says she hasn’t slept in a week. [Fashion Week daily] Chloë Sevigny Party Made Me Hate Fashion Week, Life [Jezebel] Courtney Cox treats best pal, Jennifer Aniston to the Chanel luxury bicycle [I’m not obsessed] Are red carpet events really that instrumental to the fashion industry? [Reuters]
Read MoreModels: Not just a pretty face.
It’s easy to dismiss models as a pretty face and nothing more. Their job is to look good. And though Tyra may try to convince the general public that good models have an A+ personality to go along with their A+ looks, it’s easy to forget when faced with Daria’s striking cheekbones, Jessica’s stunning eyes and Chanel Iman’s perfect lips peering up at you from the pages of magazines.
Read MoreKate Moss: Stars In Her Eyes!
If you didn’t know it already…stars are going to be a massive trend this year. Both Chanel and YSL went all starry eyed on us for their Spring/Summer 08 collections and its almost inevitable that the high street will follow suit. But just to make it official Kate Moss stamped her approval on the trend – as she celebrated her birthday last night at the Dorchester – with a large gold star painted around her eye and wearing a gold star print jumpsuit underneath a sheer (oh yes…sheer delicate fabrics will be popular too) black sequined gown. As always when Kate gets glammed up, she looks amazing!
Read MoreShwopping: The way of the future?
Shop without leaving the house or spending a cent? Trade in those old Manolo Blahniks for a Chanel bag? Are the fashion gods finally thanking us for our voracious shopping habits or are they playing a ‘too good to be true’ trick on us? The concept of ‘shwopping’ is just starting to hit the web by storm. Similar to those clothing swap parties that have been going on with girlfriends around the world for some time, shwopping lets us strategically get rid of unwanted clothing and accessories while getting something that we would actually wear in return. This new method of shopping supports the eco-friendly and cost-conscious, while creating a bigger market for unique and hard to find garments.
Read MoreCan you keep a secret?
…Neither can we. With all our favourite celebs hitting the red carpet and streets in vintage duds, we can’t help but wonder where they’re digging up all of these fabulous finds. Now we have a way of finding our own diamonds in the rough, minus the headache of sifting through the clothing racks, with the help of a brilliant new site, Vintage Secret was founded by two fashionistas based out of London who scour exotic locales from Paris to Japan to find ‘new vintage’ garments that are rare, still in great condition and in sync with current trends.
Read MoreInterviews: Aganovich
Since its conception in 2005, Aganovich.
Read MoreModel Profile: Siri Tollerød
We all know the model’s version of the fairytale: willowy beauty is picked out amidst the masses for some ineffable quality and is immediately whisked off to grace the Fashion Week runways. The reality is often completely different, and many girls aspiring to be on the catwalks often never make it there—or they do, but never get the big campaign that will get them to the top level of modeling.
Read MoreThe Review
Polls: Chanel Rainbow Pump? Meet the Rainbow pump: Chanel’s contribution to Spring 08 footwear. Would you wear it? Chopstick Bras: Going green gone too far? Eco-chic just got a lot more interesting with a new concept in lingerie – “Bettina Shoulder bag from Elliot Lucca. 10 Days 10 Party Dresses Still on the hunt for a hot party dress? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered. Here are our top 10 picks from this season’s selection. Designer Profile: Penkov Berlin We’re always on the lookout for new designers to add to our wish list. This week we profile German based designer, Penkov Berlin.
Read MoreTrick or Treat: Our Favourite Five Treats!
1.Shopbop’s Halloween Sale: Get 20% Off All Non Sale Handbags at shopbop.com! Just enter code ARMCANDY. Offer ends 31st October 2007 2. M.A.C Halloween 2007: We’re loving all the Halloween face charts over at M.A.C. Now if only we could re-create them…
Read MoreGrab your diary: Verdura: The Life and Work of a Master Jeweler
The name of Chanel is instantly recognizeable as the epitome of elegance, but less well known is the name of Duke Fulco di Verdura, who worked with Coco Chanel as a textile designer and later as a master jeweler for her private and boutique collections. Created with captivating detail, many of his most iconic pieces (including Coco’s trademark Maltese Cross cuffs) will be on display at the Houston Museum of Natural Science beginning November 16th.
Read MoreLove Your Style: Kerry Washington
In the past year, actress Kerry Washington has silently emerged as a worthy contender in the style stakes. Her ability to pull off contrasting looks has earned her lots of brownie points as well as tons of coverage in the fashion mags. But what we love most about Washington is her honesty. She readily admits that she hates shopping and that all her “fabulousness is down to the efforts of a stylist. Whether she’s glowing in Chanel, Oscar de la Renta or Prada, we have to admit that we love her style!
Read MoreFashion Rocks 2007: Music meets Fashion
Fashion rocked its Prada socks off last night at the Royal Albert Hall as music met fashion for one of the most anticipated dates this year. Samuel L Jackson along with Uma Thurman played hosts as top artists from the musical arena collaborated with top runway designers. Line ups included The Gossip for Christopher Kane, Dame Shirley Bassey for Marchesa, Rosin Murphy for Gucci and Lily Allen for Chanel. Highlights of the evening: Whitney Houston making a comeback to remember and Uma Thurman leaving hardly anything to the imagination in a see-through Valentino gown embellished with Swarovski crystals More pictures after the jump.
Read MoreReviews: The Collection by Gioia Diliberto
The Collection by Gioia Diliberto tells the story of Isabelle Varlet, a provincial French seamstress who heads to Paris in the aftermath of WWI to start a new life for herself at the fledgling fashion house of Coco Chanel. The true magic of the story lies in the character of the Mademoiselle herself, the one and only Coco Chanel. At turns both rude and charming, the attraction to Mademoiselle is her willingness to fight for her vision, and trod over anyone and everyone who might step in her way. Whether changing her accent to resemble the sophisticated French of a native Parisienne or humiliating a head seamstress in front of dozens, it is impossible to forget that this woman’s vision founded one of the most recognizable names in couture despite being unable to draw or sew.
Read MoreHoodies
Unless you’re Victoria Beckham or her mini me, Chanelle Hayes (ex Big Brother UK housemate) there will be times when high powered dressing just wont cut it. So what options do we ladies have? Well there is always the hoodie. While some like it and others disregard it, the hoodie can be a lifesaver for those lazy days when you just want to chill and relax or have to pop out on an impromptu errand.
Read MoreLittle Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia
Not another one I hear you cry! Yes there are SO many fashion advice books being penned by industry insiders that there really is no excuse for having an un-organised wardrobe. The Little Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia is another style bible promising tips, advice and inspiration for women who have yet to find their sense of style. In her own words Nina Garcia aims to “awaken the fashion editor inside you and help you decide what image you want to convey to the world. Born in Columbia, Nina Garcia has worked in the fashion industry for over fifteen years. Currently one of the judges on Bravo’s hit series Project Runway and fashion director at Elle Magazine, Garcia has decided (lucky for us!) to share all the valuable knowledge she’s gathered over the years.
Read MoreSimpsons go to Paris
The Simpsons do Harpers Bazaar! And Marge does Chanel! Absolutely brilliant! [Fashionista]
Read MoreNews: Fendi’s Great Wall of Ambition
It appears the latest trend among fashion houses with big bucks is the search for original and wonderful ways to stage their collections. Karl Lagerfeld upped the stakes with the Chanel Cruise Collection 2008 held in Los Angeles, at the Santa Monica Airport and which employed the use of private jets emblazoned with it’s Logo. And now he promises to go one better with a Fendi runway show to be held on the Great Wall of China in October. The presentation is a strategic move on the part of parent company LVMH who hope it’ll boost sales subsequently making Fendi a stronger global brand. Impressive wise this ranks high but I wonder what the options were before they settled on the Great Wall? Perhaps Buckingham Palace or the Taj Mahal? As much as the theatrics add glamour and excitement sometimes I do lament on what happened to just having a good old fashioned show with lights, music and stick thin models in need of a hearty meal. Source [Stuff.co.nz]
Read MoreKane Rocks!
Happy days! Christopher Kane will be rocking with the big boys at this years Swarovski Fashion Rocks for the Prince’s Trust. Bearing in mind Kane only launched his label a year ago, this is a major accomplishment for the designer who’ll be presenting his Spring 2008 collection alongside top fashion houses including Chanel, Burberry and Armani on Oct 18 at the Royal Albert Hall. But here comes the dilemma…which singer should front his show? According to Vogue Kane says he has Beth Ditto or Iggy Pop in mind….I say Beth Ditto. Failing that I’m thinking Amy Winehouse? But she’d have to finally shed the beehive. What do you guys think? Which female artist should perform the accompanying music to Kane’s show? [Image:Flickr]
Read MoreCalling all vintage lovers!
I wouldn’t have pegged Angelina Jolie as a vintage lover but funnily enough vintage boutique Orsini, has a fan in the actress. Located just off High Street Kensington, Orsini is filled with selected one-off gems from Chanel, Dior and more. Best of all purchases can be altered on site to ensure a perfect fit. The boutique is wonderfully inviting with scented candles that create a warm and relaxed atmosphere. If you’re a self confessed vintage princess its a must that you check it out! Orsini, 76 Earls Court Road, London W8 6EQ. Opening times 7 days a week 12 noon , 6pm, or by appointment. Tel: 0207 937 2903
Read MoreI’m not a plastic bag!
The hype behind this simple yet creative eco-friendly creation from Anya Hindmarch is incredible and be warned demand is high! The I’m not a plastic bag goes on sale today and if you’re looking to get your paws on this re-useable shopping bag which retails at £5 each then get down to your nearest Anya Hindmarch store quick time. Now personally I love this bag and I adore Hindmarch even more for designing it, but I do wonder if like every other must-have, everyone is dying to get one because of hype rather than the genius of the design. It’s been promoted endlessly with reports of Lily Cole, Erin O’Connor, and Keira Knightley seen bag in hand and the sceptical side of me wonders if they forked out their fiver, or if they received the bag as a gift. Either way as a result of the celebrity endorsement the bags were going for £200 on eBay. Madness! While it is a cute alternative to the plastic bag, there are and have been loads of stylish eco-friendly bags on the market for a while now so what makes this one better than the rest?
Read MoreOscar Unfortunates…..
Unfortunately for every great gown choice on the red carpet, there were a couple of bad ones and whilst I didn’t feel there were too many style fatalities, the few that were spotted left me almost speechless. The most undesirable of the night had to be Meryl Streep in Prada. I can’t completely blame Ms Streep for this disaster, this concoction just wouldn’t look good on anyone, the length and shape are just plain wrong and the overall design is frumpy. However the decision to enhance the visual discomfort experienced by onlookers by adding the Native American style accessories was somebody’s doing! In all honesty it’s hard to recognise the Hollywood icon, especially after seeing her in The Devil wears Prada where she looked incredibly chic in every frame. Another misfortunate who didn’t quite live up to expectations was Kirsten Dunst, who failed to shine in Chanel couture, the style was unflattering and the use of extreme detail and feathering was more showgirl than starlet.
Read MoreSex and the City film in the pipeline
Strap on your Manolos and ready yourself with a strong cosmopolitan: The news we’ve been waiting to hear is finally out. Yes, you guessed it, Sex and The City, the movie, is finally in the pipeline. For anyone who religiously followed the musings of Carrie Bradshaw, worshipped the style god that is Patricia Field, and for all the legions of fans left desolate when the hit series ended in 2004, our prayers have finally been answered, as we hear that actor Mario Cantone (a.k.a. bitchy queen Anthony Marantino) has leaked information that a script is being written by veteran scriptwriter, director and producer of the TV series, Michael Patrick King, Metro.co.uk quotes Catone as saying “I know the script is being written and I know it will be brilliant because Michael Patrick King is writing it. I know that I’m in it – I have a nice part in it, I’m told. If it happens, we should film it in the early fall I think.
Read MoreA Shift in Season
As hemlines continue to rise, the shift dress is finding it’s home as a wardrobe staple, replacing skinny jeans as our favourite garment. First revisited on the runway six months ago the sixties trend looks set to run and run, especially with the impending release of Factory Girl, the film about Edie Sedgewick that’s set to make Sienna Miller an even bigger star than she already is. Burberry’s sexy Spring/Summer 07 campaign by Mario Testino took inspiration from the 1960’s photography of Cecil Beaton, and saw Kate Moss leading the troupe of beautiful people dressed in cream and silver trapeze-shaped coats with oversize buttons.
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