It seems images of all designer collaborations manage to find their way onto the internet before their official launch, and the Jimmy Choo for H&M collection is the latest to fall victim. Pictures of the designer’s collaboration with high street chain H&M have leaked their way onto the internet against the stores will, but we, however, are proud to present to you the official Jimmy Choo for H&M lookbook. The much-anticipated collection from the London based accessories designer features clothing, jewellery, handbags and shoes , of course , for both men and women as he brings his red carpet style to the high street. Dresses in luxe suede with leather tassels and shimmer-sequins, sheer tops, leather and faux fur jackets, suede-cuffed heels, over-the-knee boots, studded leather totes and animal print clutches form the range of women’s clothing, whilst men can expect sharp tailoring, leather jackets, basic tees and new-season denim. The Jimmy Choo collection will reach H&M stores on Saturday 14th November. Check back for garment details, sizes and prices, we’ll add more as soon as news hits officially.
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London Fashion Week SS10: Mulberry
Mulberry put on a special show for their S/S10 collection, which was held in the grand Claridges. Inspired by Sofia Coppola’s ‘Virgin Suicides’ and Tim Walker’s photography, Mulberry gave us a “dreamy take on schoolgirl crushes and fairground iconography, sharpened with teen angst. That’s a statement and a half, but they sure lived up to it. Set up like a fairground dream, the space was decorated with pearlised candy-coloured balloons and carousel horses to really set the tone of the show , and we knew we were in for a treat. How refreshing to see a presentation so dedicated to the season it reflected. For S/S10, the most delicious colours mix with contrast prints and key accessories to create a season that’s sweet but full of attitude. Colour is key for Mulberry this season, mixing candy pinks and sweet shades with neutral nudes and vivid sun-bleached brights.
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