While others are drooling over capes, military style jackets and duvet coats, we’re secretly lusting after this bubble jacket by Lulu and Red. Isn’t it just gorgeous? The ribbon detail adds a cute touch to what has got to be one of the finer jackets around at the moment. Granted it’s unlikely to keep us warm and cozy, especially with these ruthless winds. But it is a keeper for spring. £55 available at Lulu and Red
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Grab Your Diary: DSUK BIBA Christmas Sale
Grab your diaries and pencil in one of the most anticipated sales of the season. Designer Sales UK are hosting an exclusive BIBA Christmas Sale event on the 14th and 15th of December at at The Music Rooms in Mayfair, London. With up to 80%-90% off Biba’s Autumn/Winter 07 collection, you won’t want to miss out! The sale is by invite only. Invitations can be obtained by signing up to the DSUK mailing list over at www.designersales.co.uk Be sure to think ahead and pick up lots of
Read MoreNew York Look: A New Magazine Fresh off the Runways
An entire magazine covering the ins and outs of Fashion Week? Sign me up! When I got my hands on the new semi-annual
Read MoreIn the News Today: Marc Jacobs is Style Icon of the Year
How fickle is the fashion world? Very! After facing intense criticism for his presentation during NY Fashion Week, the tables have now turned for Jacobs and praise is flooding his way in abundance. The Observer has awarded Jacobs, Style Icon of the Year 2007, even though its been confirmed that Victoria Beckham will be the new face of Marc Jacobs for Spring/Summer 08 (yes you read correctly). Fashion photographer Juergen Teller did the honours and shot the campaign. We predict what the ads will look like now – pouting and lots stiff poses.
Read MoreInterviews: Lipstick Queen, Poppy King
As teenagers most girls are just investing in their first tubes of lipstick. Not Poppy King! At just 18, she took the make-up world by storm, and boldly created her first line of lipsticks, appropriately named “Poppy. After gaining great success with her line and inspiring women to paint their pouts with dramatic Hollywood flair, Poppy moved away from her home in Australia and began a long and established career at Estee Lauder in New York City. Years later, she’s returned to doing what she does best – giving our overly glossed lips something new and daring to smile about with her new line Lipstick Queen!
Read MoreInterviews: Poppy King a.k.a Lipstick Queen
As teenagers most girls are just investing in their first tubes of lipstick. Not Poppy King! At just 18, she took the make-up world by storm, and boldly created her first line of lipsticks, appropriately named “Poppy. After gaining great success with her line and inspiring women to paint their pouts with dramatic Hollywood flair, Poppy moved away from her home in Australia and began a long and established career at Estee Lauder in New York City. Years later, she’s returned to doing what she does best – giving our overly glossed lips something new and daring to smile about with her new line Lipstick Queen!
Read MoreInterviews: Aganovich
Since its conception in 2005, Aganovich.
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Interviews: Caroline Issa – Owner of Tank Magazine
Caroline Issa – owner of Tank Magazine – is known for her impeccable sense of style but fashion aside Caroline is also an astute entrepreneur. Being at the helm of such an innovative and influential publication means she’s always on the go and in the know. Here, Caroline takes some time out of her busy schedule to talk fashion, music, travel and more… Can you tell our readers a little bit about yourself, your background and how you came to own Tank Magazine? I actually studied business in Philadelphia as an undergraduate and moved to San Francisco after that as a strategic management consultant, working with fashion retailers and consumer brand companies on their business strategy. Working in the US and in Asia, I was then moved to work in London with a UK-based retailer before meeting my now-business partner, Masoud Golsorkhi who had started Tank magazine four years earlier. I found him to be an inspiring partner and thought, I’m young, when else can I become an entrepreneur with such an amazing opportunity and product. Five years later, I’m still here! Any thoughts on increasing Tank’s online presence and launching a blog? We have been debating in the office what we want Tank’s online presence to be. We currently have our own project, www.tank.tv which we started five years ago showing moving images online and has had shows at the Tate Modern and the ICA. Regarding our magazine’s online presence, we are aiming to launch something unique, which doesn’t just translate what the paper version is but adds a layer for the readers. Watch this space. Your job requires that you’re constantly on the go, travelling. But which destination is your favourite spot to just getaway? I love Singapore for the food, Beijing for the sights and Montreal for […]
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 MoreDesigner Profile: Penkov Berlin
Who: Bernadett Penkov, a rising German designer since 2005. Why: Penkov creates elegantly feminine pieces with modern and somewhat masculine touches, and has fashion spheres buzzing after winning her second Moet & Chandon Fashion Debut award. Spring/Summer 2008: Delicate fabrics in understated colors were draped into breezy and angelic dresses and tops, and structured jackets and trousers served to create a striking contrast to the collection. What next: Penkov showcases her work in Shanghai next week, and we’re sure she’ll take the international stage by storm!
Read MorePolls: Chanel Rainbow Pump?
What girl doesn’t love Chanel? Classic and sophisticated, yet stylish, you usually can’t go wrong…or so we thought. For Spring ’08, Chanel introduced its platform patent-leather Rainbow Pump. With colourful stacked “Rubik’s Cube,esque heels and soles, the shoe reminds us of Rainbow Brite. We understand that women need to embrace bright colours in their wardrobes from time to time, but is it really necessary to embrace so many in so little time? Although something Chanel will always be on the wish list, we think its best to go ahead and save that small fortune for an item that reminds us a tad less of our favourite childhood sprite. What do you think? {democracy:9}
Read MoreDesigner Profile: Olga Kapustina
The name Olga Kapustina is not on the tip of everyone’s tongues … yet. However if current celebrity buzz is any indicator (from none less than the likes of Angelina, Reese, and Cameron), this young designer is an up-and-coming name to be reckoned with. Born in Belarus, raised in Brooklyn, and trained in ballet, chemistry and philosophy, her diverse background has coalesced into a design philosophy that embraces clean lines and a muted palette that is striking and perfectly feminine.
Read MoreHalloween Special: Fashionistas as Vamps
This is a guest post by Valerie Stivers , freelance journalist and author of the novel Blood is the new Black. Her work has appeared in Time Out New York, Blender, Elle and various other fashion magazines. There’s a fun and easy way to see for yourself that vampirism is fashionable. Take a tube of red paint and a small paintbrush, and paint fangs on nearly any ad from any fashion magazine. Vogue, Marie Claire, Elle…it doesn’t matter. The fangs will look perfectly natural. When I first started writing Blood is the New Black, I saved tear-outs from magazines of models that looked particularly dead—or undead as the case may be—but then I stopped, because there were so many there was hardly a point.
Read MoreJennifer Connolly in Balenciaga
More and more I’m warming to the idea that sooner rather than later seasonal dressing will be abolished. But not because of climate change as we’re being told, instead the cause will be our insatiable desire for up-to-the-minute looks. Example? With fashion week barely over and on the brink of winter, Jennifer Connolly took to the premiere of her new movie “Reservation Road in this structured, floral print creation from Balenciaga’s collection for Spring Summer 2008.
Read MoreFabsugar: LA Fashion Week
LA Fashion Week Spring 2008, Chick by Nicky Hilton: Love It or Hate It? [Fabsugar]
Read MoreSurreal Footwear: Who did it best?
For Spring/Summer 08 both Marc Jacobs and Miuccia Prada took footwear to a whole new surreal level! Jacobs experimented with all things backwards and attempted to defy gravity, thus moving the heel to rest underneath the balls our feet while Prada on the otherhand gave us something to think about with weird and wonderful, chunky suede platforms. But who do you think did it best? {democracy:5}
Read MoreViktor & Rolf launch handbag collection
Pssst…..if you love design duo Viktor & Rolf then you’ll love this. The pair will be launching their own line of handbags in the Spring! Stay tuned…[WWD]
Read MoreTrends: Pencil Skirts and Plaid
With all the Spring/Summer trends emerging from the catwalks it’s easy to forget that it is actually autumn…that is until you’re suddenly hit by a gust of cold wind. Worry not….this season is packed with its own exciting trends to play around with. Check out the video below from Bluefly and Ford models for a preview of some new autumn/winter trends from designers such as Alexander McQueen and Robert Rodriquez. The focus is on pencil skirts and plaid….
Read MoreA Jacobin Rebellion of a Rather Different Sort
Marc Jacobs has certainly not had a love affair with Paris. While living in the city as the creative director of Louis Vuitton, Jacobs struggled with everything from the foreign language to the lack of takeout food. But could recent events have him redesigning his previously shaky relationship with the city of lights? Jacobs is notorious for his punctuality, in fact, his Fall 2005 , Fall 2006 and Spring 2006 shows all began well behind schedule. But when his Spring 2008 presentation was two hours late, a public outcry erupted from editors and guests who felt that this time his tardiness was unforgivable. Suzy Menkes of the International Herald Tribune was especially venomous, suggesting in an interview with Women’s Wear Daily a startling desire to murder the designer. Marc’s response? Claiming to be fed up with New York, the designer is threatening to move his show to Paris next year.
Read MoreMilan Fashion Week: Moschino
The catwalks in Milan consistently ooze sexiness every fashion week and the Spring 2008 collection from Moschino stayed true to form while retaining an element of mystery. Hemlines were short and plunging necklines were non-existent, dresses were shapeless and loose fits were the order of the day. The collection is filled with varied pieces from trapeze shaped dresses to jumpsuits, shorts and clear plastic anoraks which in my opinion weren’t such a good idea.
Read MoreMilan Fashion Week: Gianfranco Ferre
Naturally many were looking forward to Ferre’s contribution to womenswear for Spring/Summer 2008 as it marked the final collection the designer worked on before he sadly passed away in June. The collection was completed by his design team and compromised structured figure flattering, easy-to-wear pieces that depicted Ferre’s unique and timeless perspective of fashion. Models stormed the mirrored catwalk wearing thick-soled shoes that matched the soft earth toned pieces presented and light, loose materials such as silk and cotton featured heavily along with one of autumn’s biggest trends, high waisted, wide legged trousers. It’s been debatable as to who would take over at Gianfranco Ferre however the announcement was finally made after the show and ex Bill Blass designer Lars Nilsson has been appointed the man for the job. [Images:Style.com]
Read MoreMilan Fashion Week: Just Cavalli
With a collection for H&M set to debut this coming November as well as his main line being presented on September 26th, Roberto Cavalli is a busy man indeed, yet he still managed to wow his audience with his Spring/Summer 2008 collection entitled “La Ma Africa. Incorporating elements of ceremonial dress the collection took the crowd with thigh-skimming dresses, exotic bold geometric prints and lots of bright colours such as fuchsia, aqua, yellow and red…all accessorized with flashy bangles! [Images:Style.com]
Read MoreMilan Fashion Week: Giorgio Armani
Inspiration for the Giorgio Armani collection came from close to home….South of Italy and Pantelleria….where Armani currently resides. His palette took us to the sea with a combination of water colors, fused light and deep shadows mixing natural and earth tones of beige putty and grey with translations of lava black and palm green. The collection consisted of long, sheer gowns and tunics with bright floral accents, while plunging v-neck bustier dress brought the myth of mermaids to life. Evening wear remained long and glamorous. Pleats, knots, and dashes added a soft ease and fluidity, while beaded detail, crystal adornment and embroidery injected a little sparkle. The collection relied heavily on the shawl-sheer, woven and metallic- to complete looks both for day and night.
Read MoreCalling all fashionistas!
Have you ever wanted to decide what’s in and what’s out in the fashion world? Your moment is here! Online boutique Blaec is on a mission to find the most talented new designers and bring their style to the fashion world with its first designer contest, Collection 1.0. Blaec has selected six finalists and YOU get to pick the most talented new and emerging fashion designers! Also, the collections with the most votes will be available for purchase next spring at blaec.com! VOTE NOW at Blaec.com. Voting ends October 26th and winners will be announced November 1st.
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Its a wrap!
According to the most recent edition of Drapers magazine, since the point of taking over at the British Fashion Council, 18 months ago, Helen Riva has managed to bring London Fashion Week – with the help of sponsors – from the point of nearly declaring bankruptcy to the brilliant success that it was this season. Seriously….even my Aunt who hasn’t really got a clue about fashion week informed me over the weekend of some of the highlights from the past week. So what does this mean? The PR was fantastic and the exciting buzz was felt by many! Apparently Riva, wants to put the swing back in to LFW and intends to make the event an important part of the “city’s cultural calendar” so I guess we can expect bigger and better things come February.
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Caroline Charles, Ben De Lisi and Bora Aksu
Day one of London fashion week started on Saturday and by the end of the day my feet were killing me. Unfortunately I did not take my own advice but it was all worth it. Highlight of the day aside from the shows was meeting fellow bloggers Gemma from Catwalk Queen, Susie from Style Bubble, and Ronke from Musings of an Ondo Lady! So….it all kicked of for me at Caroline Charles, followed by Ben de Lisi, Bora Aksu and ended with Unconditional. Caroline Charles Caroline Charles was a disappointment. It was a confusing show with a lot of confused faces in the front row. (I didn’t intend that to rhyme I promise) The collection was filled with lots of kaftans, zebra prints, embellishments and straw hats. Granted….it was a mature collection but unfortunately a dated one.
Read MoreInterviews: Director of Makeup Artistry, Bianca Alexander
With the focus of the runway being on the clothes, it is easy to forget how much cosmetics are a major part of Fashion Week. This fact wasn’t lost on the geniuses over at M.A.C cosmetics who hosted a cosmetics reception at their own booth inside the tent at Bryant Park. Representatives were available to showcase the M.A.C line and makeup artists were on hand to answer questions. Bianca Alexander is the Director of Makeup Artistry for M.A.C and she knows just how influential fashion show makeup can be. I sat down with Ms. Alexander to ask her about makeup trends, tips of the trade and just how she came to have such a dream job.
Read MoreBianca Alexander- Director of Makeup Artistry
With the focus of the runway being on the clothes, it is easy to forget how much cosmetics are a major part of Fashion Week. This fact wasn’t lost on the geniuses over at M.A.C cosmetics who hosted a cosmetics reception at their own booth inside the tent at Bryant Park. Representatives were available to showcase the M.A.C line and makeup artists were on hand to answer questions. Bianca Alexander is the Director of Makeup Artistry for M.A.C and she knows just how influential fashion show makeup can be. I sat down with Ms. Alexander to ask her about makeup trends, tips of the trade and just how she came to have such a dream job.
Read MoreExciting Times
I know I’m probably aligning myself with the minority when I say this, but not only am I looking forward to Roberto Cavalli for H&M but I believe the line will be a success. Let’s hope I’m not forced to eat my words when the collection hits the stores in November! But seriously… judging from these preview pics I do think we’re in for a treat. In fact as far as collaborations go I’d say we’re in for a lot of treats this season.
Read MoreRM by Roland Mouret
Roland Mouret is back. Under his new label RM (backed by Simon Fuller who also manages the Spice girls) Mouret presented a pleasant cruise collection for Spring 2008. I wish I could say how much I loved all 21 pieces which made up the line entitled Satellite. But unfortunately my feelings towards it remain relatively lukewarm. There were no show stopping pieces although I’m not too sure Mouret had the intention of “wowing us. Instead he kept the collection relaxed utilizing loose fabrics. I did like the way Mouret contrasted a relatively shapeless upper body with a playful lower half of the silhouette. The tulip shaped skirts were cute and perfect for a spring wardrobe. But just as I’d develop affection for certain looks he’d add a bulky scarf that simply looked out of place.
Read MoreBootylicious Balenciaga
The infamous leggings from Balenciaga’s Spring/Summer 07 collection, as worn by Beyonce at this years BET awards…..
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 MoreOne shoulder wonder
There’s still life in the asymmetrical one shouldered cut with designers such as Giles Deacon and Balenciaga including fresh and sophisticated variations in their spring/summer 07 collections. Cacherel keeps fuss minimal with this gold metallic one-shoulder bubble dress, £350. As the style draws attentions to one’s decolletage, keep accessories on the simple side and go for a plain bangle on the bare arm.
Read MoreDo you dare?
More than being the hot accessory for the summer, the turban demonstrates the power of the catwalk. Re-introduced by Prada during Milan fashion week for spring summer 07, the turban has since been featured heavily in the fashion mags and experimented with by fashion loving celebs forcing the high street to sit up and take notice.
Read MoreTrend Alert: Totally Tropical
If upon opening your wardrobe, you are not blown away by a brightly patterned, vibrantly coloured tropical tornado of clothing (figuratively speaking of course) then you are not adequately prepared for the summer! This summer’s palette is as varied as it is dazzling, whether it’s a tunic, a vest, a bikini, or a statement bag, the brighter the better’ appears to be the not-so-subtle undertone this season. These shades speak for themselves so when accessorising go for simple gold or wooden bangles! 1. Black Graphic Print Dress, £33, Next 2. Petrol Blue Gabriel Tote Bag, £395, PPQ 3. Elle bikini, £120, Melissa Odabash 4. Mazzy Flat, $325 , Loeffler Randall 5. Pebble Wooden Bangle, £50, Manjoh
Read MoreScarlett’s back for Vuitton
In a short space of time Scarlett Johansson has become synonymous with glamour and after the success of the romantically composed spring/summer 07 ad campaigns for Louis Vuitton, the powers that be didn’t waste any time in re-hiring her to pout those red stained lips whilst looking effortlessly sexy, once again. Arnault promised us a more recognizable Johansson this time round and true to his word they held back just a tad with the airbrushing. The ads are rich in colour and the softer girlie Johansson of spring, transcends into a voluptuous woman for the autumn. [Images:WWD]
Read MoreSummer loving
Its official, summer is on its way and bringing with it all the latest designs for swim and beach wear. Bright colours and bold patterns have already declared themselves as reigning supreme after they made an impressive show on the catwalk, and are set to dominate both beach and pool side. When it comes to swim wear, designers are blurring the lines between the shore and the streets. This stunning design by Michael Kors is part of the new spring summer collection which also includes an equally eye catching tunic; with matching turquoise detail, which would look equally great over a pair of jeans. So go wild with an animal print two piece or a little Boho with this creation by Missoni…the choice is yours! And to get you in the mood here’s the advert for Kylie’s new swimwear range for H&M……
Read MoreShopping is an art
What: The Art Of Shop: Designer Denim Sample Sale Where: 72 Greene Street, Soho – NY (between Spring & Broome Street) When: February 28th – March 4th, 2007 (Wed-Sat 11am-7pm Sun 12pm-5pm) Details: Designer Denim Sale 30-80% off premium designer jeans in all styles and tops. All sizes in stock for women & men. Brands include 7 For All Mankind, Theory, 575 Denim, Earnest Sewn, Rock & Republic, Goldsign, T Luxury, Michael Kors, Ben Sherman, Ed Hardy and more. For more details visit www.theartofshop.com
Read MoreIt’s a boy/girl thing!
I’m not really one for the transference of women’s fashion to the guys, in my opinion this should have stopped at the ‘man bag’; however it totally works the other way around! And judging from the looks which emerged from the spring catwalks, I’m not the only one who shares the same sentiment. Collections from the likes of Wunderkind, Stella McCartney and Paul Smith (as shown in the picture above) drew on basic masculine cuts to create ranges of tailored shirts, blazers and shorts especially for us girls. The great thing about each of these looks is their adaptability to different occasions, so whether you’re scheduled for an important lunch, followed by a meeting at the office then dinner and drinks with friends you can easily incorporate aspects from these styles into your day without having to rush home and change. [Images:Vogue.co.uk]
Read MoreGo Solo!
If like me, you are single and therefore unlikely to receive any gifts, on this fast approaching day of love and celebration, please read on and take matters into your own hands by buying yourself the perfect ‘I love myself’ gift! While your girlfriends are spending their hard earned cash on their other halves, you can spend yours on being at the top of your ‘style game’. Set to replace the BIG bag this spring, is the clutch. The Pagoda by Vaza is available at Matches for £350 ($655) and has the style and splendour of the big bag, condensed in to one tiny hand held carrier! My advice to all who wish to possess one is ‘sort through your stuff…because it won’t all fit!’
Read MoreBryant Park
With the warmer months round the corner it’s only fair that your fragrance collection as well as your wardrobe gets a spring clean. Any excuse! Bryant Park is the new scent from Bond No.9 and is made from rose-patchouli with a hint of pink pepper. The artist-designed bottle gives a nod to the sixties trend emerging this season and naturally the eau de parfum will make its debut at NY fashion week prior to its launch on March 1st 2007. Bryant Park is being sold in its 3.4 oz. artist-designed superstar bottle and box presentation ($185), 1.7oz travel size ($125) and by the ounce ($45), either in a 2-ounce basic spray flacon with gilt honeycomb cap ($40-$150) or in unique vintage or art bottles, featured in a wide variety of designs ($60 – $200). [www.bondno9.com]
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.
Read MoreHorsing around
After a lengthy debate with myself I can safely say that I liked the couture presentation from Felipe Olivera Baptista for Spring Summer 2007. It wasn’t love at first sight but after careful inspection, I became fond of his concept. Maintaining the spirit of his past collections he kept his palette clean with black, white and the addition of metallic silver. The collection seemed to be underlined by an eccentric equestrian theme reminiscent of Balenciaga which for me Baptista took to another level by fearlessly experimenting with horse shaped head wear and what appeared to resemble horse hair hanging in between jackets and draped over platforms. While I wasn’t too keen on either the head/foot wear I did like his use of volume and structure. Sleeves were consistently voluminous and his fondness for circular shapes prevailed into this season resulting in my favourite piece of the collection, this dimensional mid length dress. [images:modeaparis]
Read MoreGoddess of the Dawn
How much do I love the internet? Too much! Couture week officially began this morning with the presentation of Elie Saab’s collection “Goddess of the Dawn and already some of the pictures from the show have surfaced. The Godfather of bling displayed shimmering gowns, perfect for an award winning starlet and which were stunning to say the least. However there were some pieces which I just found a bit too tacky and personally I think they were better suited or should I say would have been at home at a collection from Versace (see below)
Read MoreMika’s deal with Paul Smith
If you’re a regular to the site, then you’ll know that we do like ourselves a bit of Mika and we’re not the only ones. According to the metro fashion designer Paul Smith is fond of him too and has signed the curly haired singer to front his spring/summer ad campaign scheduled to launch on the 1st of February, for a six figure sum. Can’t wait! [Image:Flickr]
Read MoreWinter Sun Beach Chic
In preparation for my own escape to the sun this winter I have been searching London high and low in pursuit of the perfect holiday wardrobe – no mean feat whilst still in the depths of winter. Ever the fashionista I am, taking inspiration from the Spring/Summer 07 catwalks, coveting neon brights teamed with creamy caramels a-la-Christopher Kane, whilst shimmery pale gold and light-as-air chiffons will come into their own with a golden tan. Braving the changing room after a Christmas season of serious indulgence is never a pleasant task, so the shopping destinations need to be all the more special to ease the struggle. For pure ambiance and experience, I head to Notting Hill, where my favourites are top-end boutiques Heidi Klein and Pistol Panties. Pistol Panties bikinis never fail to make you feel and look like a fifties starlet , concealing and revealing in all the right places. The appropriately named ‘Kate’ style is top of my wishlist – the sparkly gold is very Princess Leia, especially when teamed with a Melissa Odabash kaftan from Heidi Klein. This one-stop holiday shop’s style is more pared-down beach chic, but the experience is no less spoiling. As well as a magnificent selection of bikinis by the likes of Missoni, the in-house beauty salon will buff manicure and tan you so that you’re well and truly ready for the sun. If you can’t make it to Notting Hill my best advice is to shop online where websites like www.figleaves.com have an infinite selection and www.Cocobay.co.uk has a free returns policy and stocks hip Aussie brands Seafolly and Moontide. For those on the other side of the Atlantic, www.shopbop.com is the only way to go – snap up a hot pink Diane Von Furstenburg Beach or printed Marc Jacobs bikini whilst they’re […]
Read MoreShimmer and shine this season…..
This season catwalks are far from dull, with designers like Fendi and Christian Dior generating a little extra glamour with some great collections. Their use of delicate, liquid like fabrics, from silk to satin, in a range of metallic shades have created an ethereal and elegant collection for a really feminine style. But… If you find the all over metallic look a little more ‘futuristic’ than ‘ethereal’ ,yet still appreciate a little shimmer, then fear not as there is an abundance of metallic accessories out there, especially in the form of bags. Bronze, gold, buckles, zips, chains…the variety is endless, in particular check out Jimmy Choo’s Troy large clutch available at net-a-porter.com.
Read MoreDubai Fashion 2007
Christian Lacroix and Emanuel Ungaro present their spring/summer 2007 line at Dubai Fashion 2007 [Maktoob Business]
Read MorePrada Turbans
As well as the micro-mini skirts, Prada’s glamorous silk satin turbans exploded on the runway at their show for Spring/Summer 07 and they are totally shining in the editorials. Looking a metallic dream Eva Mendes sports the green version inside Citizen K.and Jessica Stam keeps it hot in pink for Vogue.Personally, I couldn’t get away with either colours above so the chosen one for me has to be the bronze and if you haven’t watched the show already, check out the video below, it’s worth the 4 min.
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