April 10th, 2011 by Sebastian Heaton
Danielle Scutt’s comeback collection at London Fashion Week A/W11 reminded us just why we love her. Bold and brash, her designs embrace the tongue-in-cheek side of femininity and tow the line between quirky kitsch and luxe investment pieces. Lashings of velvet, Schiaparelli pink lattice (to match Charlotte Free’s pink hair) and midi-length skirts were worn topless with blazers. It’s sexed-up, Eighties-style power dressing for now.
What really caught our eye though, was the surreal bling the models were sporting on the runway. The j
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April 6th, 2011 by Sebastian Heaton
- Parislicious fashion show wows 300 VIPs, fashionistas and connoisseurs
- Three bold themes showcased along with fabulous entertainment displays
Galeries Lafayette, the region’s most stylish department store, has just celebrated the success of its Parislicious Fashion Show, which was held at Dubai Mall’s Fashion Alley in front of a delighted audience made up of 200 VIPs, fashionistas and entertainment connoisseurs.
The 25-minute show, held on March 31st 2011, covered three fabulous themes, with brands ranging from Balmais, Reiss, Karen Millen, Versace, Manoush, Manish Arona, Celyn B., Avant Premiere, Lacoste, Smalto and Baldinini; which featured items from Galeries Lafayette’s delectable Spring/Summer 2011 collections. What’
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April 2nd, 2011 by Sebastian Heaton
Take a quick look through the rack at The Katacomb: Vintage and it becomes clear that owner Brooke Dillon has an awesome eye. There are so many fantastic wardrobe enhancers here, especially a pair of Missoni striped knit bell-bottoms.
I want them.
The thing is, I’m not sure if I’m really a ’70s fan, or if I’m unwittingly following the fashion zeitgeist of the day – all about mixing the calf-length skirts of the 1920s with the bohemian whimsy of the ’70s and the sparkle of the ’80s.
Either way, this retro bonanza is one of the reasons Dillon’s upscale boutique has been such a hit in Philadelphia – it’s landed her a weekly gig as a fashion expert on NBC10′s 24-hour news channel – and other vintage shops are growing more popular as well.
“I’ve always had an interest in pulling things from my grandmother’s closet and a dream of selling things that people have worn and loved before,” Dillon said.
Of course, I’m not saying the vintage trend is new, but the audience has expanded.
“In the last 10 years, vintage has gone from a niche group of buyers to a real cross-section of everyday women,” said David Ornstein, a promoter of the Manhattan Vintage Clothing Show.
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March 26th, 2011 by Sebastian Heaton
Claude Montana’s signature silhouette defined the age of excess. His was a New Look for the Eighties and Montana’s glamazons wore cinched-in waists, topped off by razor-sharp shoulders. It was a universe of bold colour, luxe leathers and power tailoring, where Montana reigned supreme. However the Nineties embrace of minimalism saw his vision without an audience, and in 1997 he filed for bankruptcy.
While the designer now lives quietly in Spain, his name retains its ability to evoke a decade of design. The Montana legacy has been compressed into a new book, written by the designer himself with the help of fashion journalist Marielle Cro.
Claude Montana looks at the principles and practices that underpinned his world. Pun
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March 25th, 2011 by admin
With spring approaching it is just the right time to start thinking about freshening up your wardrobe; so, what pieces should we be investing in for 2011?
Well firstly military style seems to be still going strong, however, this season it appears to be taking a few style notes from the 40’s and 50’s era. Think aviator jackets, super coats and shearling. Both military boots and military jackets are great attire for festivals, especially if it’s still at little chilly!
Another trend to watch is mens clothes such as, suits and men’s velvet attire. In fact velvet has been one of the most fashion forward choices for this season, however, there is a rule and that rule is to not pair two or more items of velvet together. Opt fo Read the full article…
