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Naomi Campbell Is Effortlessly Elegant At Paris Fashion Week

by on 17th January 2019 Comments are Disabled

And in today’s celeb style news…..Naomi Campbell looked AMAZING at Louis Vuitton’s FW19 menswear show at Paris Fashion Week. Held at the Jardin des Tuileries, the supermodel made her way to support designer Virgil Abloh’s second collection for the luxury house, wearing a romantic turtleneck pleated maxi dress, paired with a beige oversized blazer and matching leather knee-high boots. And for accessories? Huge sunnies and a LVMH clutch finished off her effortlessly elegant look beautifully. [Image]

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Drones Replace Models At Dolce & Gabbana During Milan Fashion Week

by on 19th April 2018 0 comments

Remember when fashion was constantly being accused of being behind the times with regards to technology? Well,  that’s most certainly no longer the case. It’s safe to say fashion has embraced technology with open arms, as was evidenced by Dolce & Gabbana’s autumn/winter 2018 presentation during Milan Fashion Week. Opting to showcase their collection of handbags in high-tech opulence, at least 8 pieces of must-have D&G arm candy made their way down the catwalk with the aid of drones. Yes, drones… Attendees were asked to switch off all wi-fi connections and the presentation was delayed by 45 mins which no doubt left Anna Wintour slightly miffed, however judging by the media coverage, it was well worth the hassle.

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The Queen Made A Visit To London Fashion Week.Yes, Really!

by on 19th April 2018 0 comments

Yesterday saw two (albeit very different) Queens seated together at London Fashion Week. Yep Richard Quinn’s presentation saw Her Royal Highness sat on the frow next to undoubtedly the Queen of fashion and editor of American Vogue, Anna Wintour. With lots of smiles and laughter, while it appeared that Her Majesty enjoyed the collection which was packed with obvious nods to the guest of honour, her attendance was in fact specifically to present Quinn with the Queen Elizabeth II award for British design. Organised by the British Fashion Council and the Queen’s dressmaker, Angela Kelly, the Queen was officially welcomed by the BFC’s CEO, Caroline Rush who gave a speech saying, “Your Majesty, I know you do not wish to be known as a fashion icon, but from all of us in this room, we have the utmost respect for you and also for your hard work and diligence.” Wearing a blue tweed skirt suit, the monarch was greeted with cheers as she presented the British designer with his much deserved award, and stated that the award was “a tribute to the industry and my legacy and all those who have contributed to British fashion.” What a wonderful surprise!

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Rachel Zoe Facing Criticism For Lack Of Diversity At New York Fashion Week Presentation

by on 19th April 2018 0 comments

Rachel Zoe’s autumn/winter 2018 collection is gaining attention for all the wrong reasons. Held in L.A, prior to New York Fashion Week, the collection itself which was filled with lush velvet fabrics, glitzy dresses and tailored tuxedo suits, was warmly received by those in attendance. After the show, Zoe gave a heartfelt speech saying, “It’s funny, everyone is saying it’s the year of the woman, the funny thing is, every year is the year of the woman. And I don’t feel like we should ever single out a year. As a designer, I set out to make glamorous clothes that somehow can work into your everyday life. And I’ve seen so many of my designs come to life on so many of you here. And I just want to say it’s an honor and I want to say thank you.” The problem? Judging by the models, specifically the use of just one non-white model, the glamorous clothes in question are being created primarily for white women. As a result the runway show is facing intense criticism for its lack of diversity, with Instagram account diet_prada posting a picture from the presentation along with a clip from Zoe’s reality show with the caption, “If you need to relieve yourself for a second from the tokenized casting nightmare that was the @rachelzoe show, watch this.” Zoe has yet to respond, however with comments such as “0 Asians 0 brown women 1 black woman. Go home” and “You should have more diversity in your models. No excuses!” left beneath a picture from the presentation on Zoe’s Instagram account, the designer must be aware of the backlash.

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7 Essentials We Can’t Live Without During London Fashion Week

by on 17th September 2015 0 comments

As New York Fashion Week draws to an end, the start of London Fashion Week gets EVEN closer. Exciting! We can’t wait to see what our fave designers have lined up for Spring 2016, and if New York is anything to go by, we’re in store for a whole lot of suede and a ton of fringe. But now, for more pressing matters. The time has come to get our essentials sorted for a smooth sailing week. Here’s 7 must-haves we can’t live without during London Fashion Week. 1. Flats are a must. While we wish we could run from show to show in a pair of statement heels, our feet just won’t accept the challenge. Killing two birds with one stone, a fashionable pair of sneakers get the job done and look great too.  Miu Miu Embellished Patent Leather Slip On Sneakers, £560 available at mytheresa 2. Having your phone run out of juice just as you’re about to take that crucial pic or upload some fab footage is a nightmare.  Portable Charger, £9.99 available at Currys 3. If the past few days are anything to go by, then we’re in for a rain this week. May as well brave the showers in  a statement umbrella!  Radley Cherry Blossom Mini Umbrella, £22 available at House of Fraser   4. Perfect for carrying all our essentials and combining two of this season’s biggest trends, we love this suede fringe bucket bag. Fringed Leather Bucket Bag, £170 available at Reiss 5. Our personal favourite for keeping our lips soft all day! Anatomicals Never Lose Your Cherry Lip Balm, £4.95 available at Fruugo 6. A beautiful scarf can lift any outfit. The added bonus? It keeps our necks, nice and cosy. Haider Ackermann Printed Silk Scarf, £310 available at mytheresa 7. It’s no secret that we’re […]

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Tom Ford explains why he’s leaving London Fashion Week

by on 1st October 2014 0 comments

When Tom Ford announced that he wouldn’t be showing his autumn/winter 2015 collection in London, the capital city was up in arms! However, the designer explained that despite heading to Los Angeles for his new-season collection next year, the move is only temporary, and he will be returning to us in September. Hooray! ”I have loved LA since I first moved there from New York in the early 1980’s,” the 53-year-old Texan designer said. “So many visuals in our world are filtered through Los Angeles including music, television and film and in this way it influences global fashion in a profound way. “Like fashion, film is also a creative endeavour that is extremely important to me. I am excited to bring these two aspects of my life together by presenting the collection in Los Angeles. “I love London, and I am not abandoning London Fashion Week. It’s a one time thing, it made sense for me, and I plan to be back in September. Phew! What he didn’t mention above though was that his temporary move might have something to do with the Oscars, which coincide with London Fashion Week which will begin one week earlier next season. We wonder which lucky starlet he will be dressing for the red carpet… any guesses? [Vogue]

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Paris Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Elie Saab, Stella McCartney, Saint Laurent, and more!

by on 30th September 2014 0 comments

Spring/summer 2015 collections from Stella McCartney, Saint Laurent, Elie Saab and Giambattista Valli hit the Paris Fashion Week catwalks yesterday, so let’s take a look at our highlights… Stella McCartney gave us effortless yet cosy chic with her light, roomy silhouettes found in everything from dresses to jumpsuits, while Saint Laurent was all about the sexiness – and the seventies – with the mismatched floral and leopard prints and multitude of fabrics. Short shorts are a definite must next season according to Hedi Slimane! We were once again mesmerised by what Elie Saab had to offer – this time choosing the deep blue sea as his inspiration for the show. Oceanic colours from aquamarine to coral were in abundance, and lace, sparkles and exquisite embroidery were plentiful. Take a look at all of yesterday’s PFW highlights below: Elie Saab Stella McCartney Giambattista Valli Saint Laurent

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Paris Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Jean Paul Gaultier, Givenchy, and Celine

by on 29th September 2014 0 comments

George Clooney’s wedding wasn’t the only exciting thing that happened at the weekend. Paris Fashion Week continued to give us brand spanking new spring/summer 2015 collections from some of the biggest fashion designers in the world, and as usual, we saw some ground-breaking and memorable stuff. The Jean Paul Gaultier spring/summer 2015 show was an emotional one, as the designer showcased his last ever ready-to-wear collection. (He’ll be focusing all his attention on Couture from now on- click here for more deets.) So, it was only right that he went out with a bang, and that’s exactly what he did. JPG paid homage to all the industry figures who have shaped his impressive career; Grace Coddington, Franca Sozzani, Suzy Menkes, Carine Roitfeld, Emmanuelle Alt all ‘featured’ on the runway, making the show a truly unforgettable one just the way JPG intended. Elsewhere in Paris, Riccardo Tisci presented a great, mostly monochromatic collection for Givenchy (with the Kim Kardashian and little North West obviously sitting pretty on the front row to support an eyebrow-less Kendall Jenner), while Phoebe Philo was clearly inspired by the one and only Kate Bush (who is currently touring right here in Britain) for her latest Celine collection. Check out all of our highlights below: Jean Paul Gaultier Givenchy Celine

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Paris Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Balmain, Lanvin, Roland Mouret and more!

by on 26th September 2014 0 comments

It’s all been hotting up in Paris these past 24 hours, with brand spanking new spring/summer 2015 collections from the likes of Lanvin, Roland Mouret, Nina Ricci and Balmain being the reasons why. Alber Elbaz celebrated Lanvin’s 125th anniversary with an outstanding collection that paid homage to the French fashion House’s history but stayed in tune with the modern woman at the same time too. If anyone can do it, Alber Elbaz can! The Balmain show might just be one of the most star-studded ones we’ve seen so far thanks to its mixture of A-list FROWers and catwalk models. Karlie Kloss, Jourdan Dunn, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, Joan Smalls and Kendall Jenner were just a few of the famous model faces strutting their stuff in Olivier Rousteing’s designs, while the likes of Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner and Kanye West all sat pretty on the front row to take in the new season pieces with an unrestricted view. And speaking of those new season pieces – it was all about the laser cut, check print, summer brights, and skin. Lots of skin was on show thanks to the bralets, sexy short-hemmed dresses, cut-out detailing and low necklines. Roland Mouret’s latest outing was just as sharp and en-vogue as ever; the perfect wardrobe for the professional woman on a tropical getaway. Asymmetric silhouettes, bright colourways, sharp collars – everything we love about Roland Mouret with a chic but relaxed twist. The young celebs will be all over this collection for their red carpet premiere outings, you mark our words. Here are the rest of our Paris Fashion Week highlights: Balmain Roland Mouret Lanvin Nina Ricci    

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Paris Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Balenciaga, Dries van Noten, Rochas and more!

by on 25th September 2014 0 comments

Last stop: Paris! Inspired by John Everett Millais’ Ophelia, the Dries van Noten spring/summer 2015 collection was as magically dreamy as they come. With the light, woodland setting – in particular the mossy carpet which was used for the models to walk on – we also got hints of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. All in all, it was a collection of pure, natural beauty, and we have a feeling we’ll be remembering it for seasons to come. The Balenciaga spring/summer 2015 collection was very highly anticipated, and not just because Kim Kardashian and her adorable little girl North West (who wore a miniature leather leggings-and-skirt combo and a Yeezus tour T-shirt – bless!) were sitting pretty in the front row. Alexander Wang presented a minimal and modern collection comprised of black, white and subtle pastel colours, and geometric shapes, embellished, beaded details and subtle yet spectacular embroidering. We love the Matrix-esque long coats that grace the catwalk – practical yet powerful! Take a look at our Paris Fashion Week highlights below to see everything that’s been capturing our attention so far: Balenciaga The Kardashian-Wests arriving for Balenciaga Dries van Noten Rochas Alexis Mabille

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Milan Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Dolce and Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Giorgio Armani and more!

by on 22nd September 2014 0 comments

Jeremy Scott definitely got Milan Fashion Week off to a flying start thanks to his Barbie inspired collection for Moschino, but that isn’t the only collection that has blown us away in Italy. The past few days have seen some of the biggest and memorable shows take place, with the likes of Dolce and Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Roberto Cavalli and Giorgio Armani proving particularly powerful. Although Dolce and Gabbana has been as Sicilian as it gets the past few seasons, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana took their inspiration from Spain for the spring/summer 2015 collection. There was a definite matador theme running through the entire catwalk show, with red and black being the prominent colours throughout. Some of the biggest and most in-demand models could be found on the Emilio Pucci catwalk – from Naomi Campbell to Joan Smalls and Kendall Jenner – they were all there strutting their stuff in Peter Dundas’s floaty explosion-of-colour creations. Tie dye is back, people! Take a look at the rest of our highlights from Milan Fashion Week below and let us know what your favourite pieces are: Emilio Pucci Dolce and Gabbana Giorgio Armani Roberto Cavalli  

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London Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Burberry, Tom Ford, Christopher Kane and more!

by on 16th September 2014 0 comments

There were two surprises on the Burberry Prorsum catwalk yesterday afternoon. One – the absence of heels. And two – the absence of Cara Delevingne. Instead, the show was closed by Bradley Cooper’s very lucky and very gorgeous girlfriend Suki Waterhouse – a sign that she is becoming the new Cara perhaps? – while Cara herself joined the likes of Kate Moss and other A-listers on the front row. Do you think she had catwalk envy and FOMO? Elsewhere in London, we saw a very rock ‘n’ roll collection from Tom Ford, who definitely pulled out all the stops for his London Fashion Week show. Heels and stockings were high, and hemlines were low and practically non-existent; it was dark, it was daring, it was provocative, it was overtly sexual – it was Tom Ford in a nutshell! It wasn’t all sordid outfits that Rihanna and Miley Cyrus would be fighting over though, as there was an element of 70s glam rock in there too thanks to the flared sparkly gold trousers – possibly our favourite piece from the entire collection! Take a look at the rest of our highlights from London Fashion Week below and let us know what you think of the latest collections to debut… Burberry Tom Ford Roksanda Christopher Kane  

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London Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Mulberry, Topshop Unique, Marchesa and more!

by on 16th September 2014 0 comments

London Fashion Week certainly didn’t ease us into the new season’s offerings gently, as it plunged straight in with fabulous collection after fabulous collection. Mary Katranztou once again pushed boundaries with her dance inspired collection, while both Whistles and Topshop Unique gave us hope that we can partake in the new-season trends at a fraction of the high end designer price. And as sportswear was a big theme of the Topshop Unique show, we definitely think versatility and wearability will spring to mind when deciding on whether to splash out on the new season pieces. After all, who doesn’t want to tell themselves they’ll head to the gym and be the most fashionable one there… Elsewhere in London, Mulberry proved that it doesn’t need a creative director at the helm to churn out an inspired collection with a great vision, and Marchesa once again made us completely envious of each and every model lucky enough to be draped in the exquisite designs. As pictures speak am thousand words, here are some of our visual highlights of London Fashion Week so far… Topshop Unique Mulberry Mary Katrantzou Marchesa Whistles

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New York Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Jeremy Scott, Michael Kors, Proenza Schouler and more!

by on 11th September 2014 0 comments

We were particularly excited for the Jeremy Scott spring/summer 2015 show, as Miley Cyrus hinted that she would have something to do with it back at the MTV VMAs a few weeks ago. And she certainly wasn’t telling porkies, as she was in fact walking the runway for her good friend Jeremy Scott – and if we’re being honest, it almost seems like his entire collection was made exclusively for her. The pair also unveiled a  series of accessories titled Dirty Hippy – which essentially look like they’re made of kids’ toys and all things nineties. So girls, you know where to get your new wardrobe from if you want to channel Miley… Elsewhere, the New York Fashion Week spring/summer 2015 catwalks saw collections from Betsey Johnson – which was as wild and fairytale like as you would imagine – and Proenza Schouler, among others. Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez made sportswear a pretty big part of their latest Proenza Schouler collection, although it was juxtaposed nicely with some fierce parkas, casual jumpers, and more leather than you could shake a stick at. Leather trousers? Check! Leather incorporated in polo necks? Check check! Michael Kors presented a stereotypically happy and upbeat collection comprised of fun stripe and gingham prints, bold colours and cute separates. Flowers and sequins were in abundance – sometimes on their own, sometimes together! Here are some of our highlights from the latest New York Fashion Week shows: Jeremy Scott Proenza Schouler Michael Kors Betsey Johnson

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New York Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Oscar de la Renta, Jenny Packham, Rodarte and more!

by on 10th September 2014 0 comments

 Jenny Packham’s show was, as always, quite exquisite, with the designer saying her muse for the new collection was “blatantly Marilyn Monroe”. “She’s been there all my life, but I’ve rediscovered her again,” Jenny Packham said. “She’s still so relevant. What she wore doesn’t date.” We couldn’t agree more, and we absolutely love Jenny Packham’s Marilyn inspired vision. We predict Michelle Williams will be one of the first ladies to step out in one of these pieces; what say you? We definitely feel the Marc by Marc Jacobs girl has a little bit of Miley Cyrus to her – and not just due to the short, twisted top-knot hairstyles found on the runway models. We saw an abundance of polka dots and cute cropped tops – both of which we could easily associate with the controversial singing superstar. We wonder if her influence will make an appearance in her good friend Marc Jacobs’ eponymous collection too… Elsewhere in New York, we discovered that skinny jeans might still be relevant after all – or at least according to Laura and Kate Mulleavy of Rodarte – and last but not least learnt that Oscar de la Renta can still render his audiences speechless with the sheer intricacy and beauty of his designs. Take a look at our latest highlights from New York Fashion Week’s spring/summer 2015 season: Oscar de la Renta Marc by Marc Jacobs Jenny Packham Rodarte

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New York Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Tommy Hilfiger, Donna Karan, Carolina Herrera and more!

by on 9th September 2014 0 comments

  Yet more designers debuted their spring/summer 2015 collections on the New York Fashion Week catwalks yesterday, and as usual, we saw a lot of interesting things before our eyes. Tommy Hilfiger saw the return of Kendall Jenner (who we also saw on the DVF catwalk a few days ago) as well as a modern nod to one of our favourite decades: the sixties! As well as her own interpretation of that Pharrell Williams hat (made by Stephen Jones, may we say) Donna Karan also showcased plenty of versatile pieces, including stunning separates, new silhouettes, and more print than you can shake a stick at. And last but not least, Carolina Herrera went totally modern on us as she debuted a collection full of bold digital prints that were, in a word, breathtaking. Take a look at all of our highlights from New York Fashion Week below; do you have any favourite looks? Tommy Hilfiger Carolina Herrera Zac Posen Donna Karan  

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New York Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Diane von Furstenberg, Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang and more

by on 8th September 2014 0 comments

New York Fashion Week continued to get bigger and better over the weekend, as more designers showed the lucky attendees – and the rest of the world – what they’ve been cooking up for the spring/summer 2015 season. The Diane von Furstenberg finale was probably the highlight of her show given that Naomi Campbell debuted the final look in the collection – talk about a fierce ending and going out with a bang! Although adorable little Harper was absent, Victoria Beckham’s loving husband and son Brooklyn were in the FROW to support her – and it’s a good job too as the show seemed to go flawlessly and her debut shoes seemed to go down pretty well too. We definitely think they’re her lucky charms! From the military inspiration at Victoria Beckham to the downright stunning red carpet worthy dresses at Monique Lhuillier, here are some of our highlights from NYFW over the weekend: Diane von Furstenberg Victoria Beckham Monique Lhuillier Alexander Wang

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New York Fashion Week SS15 highlights from Coach, Tadashi Shoji and more

by on 5th September 2014 0 comments

The spring/summer 2015 season has officially begun! New York Fashion Week is well and truly here and taking over the Big Apple, with BCBG Max Azria, Creatures of the Wind, Tadashi Shoji and Coach (among others) being one of the first to debut their new collections. And boy is the bar high! From the bohemian vibe at BCBG Max Azria to the cartoon characters sprawled over everything at Coach, to everything else in-between, here are a few of our highlights from the shows so far: BCBG Max Azria Tadashi Shoji Coach Creatures of the Wind

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Jeremy Scott and Miley Cyrus team up for New York Fashion Week!

by on 27th August 2014 0 comments

The MTV VMAs taught us a lot of things. It taught us that double denim is just as powerful today as it was back in 2001, and also taught us that there’s nothing better than receiving an award from your husband and gorgeous daughter. The other thing we learned whilst watching the MTV VMAs is that Miley Cyrus and Moschino creative director Jeremy Scott have something very exciting up their sleeves for the designer’s forthcoming New York Fashion Week show for his eponymous label next month… but the pair are being quite secretive about it. D’oh! “Miley and I have something very exciting we’re brewing up for the future,” he told MTV. “I’m going to let her announce it. You try to bug her when you see her.” Our eyes are firmly peeled on Miley’s social media platforms just in case any more clues about the collaboration come out. We predict that it will be loud, bold, and totally outrageous! [Vogue]    

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Opening Ceremony is staging a play for New York Fashion Week

by on 14th August 2014 0 comments

Catwalk shows are sooo last season. At least for Opening Ceremony they are, as it’s just been revealed that the brand will be hosting a play instead off the traditional catwalk show that lasts a few minutes. New York Fashion Week just got even more exciting! And that’s not even the best bit. The best bit is that the one act play is going to be written by director Spike Jonze and actor Jonah Hill. How cool and unexpected is that? We have no idea how the play is going to showcase the new-season spring/summer 2015 designs to the crowd or even where it will be held but we are beside ourselves with excitement either way. All will be revealed on September 7th in New York (we think/hope) so stay tuned! [Harper’s Bazaar]

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Fashion Week front row tickets auctioned off!

by on 25th July 2014 0 comments

Traditionally, the front rows of fashion shows are reserved for the A-list celebrities and powerful fashion folk (that’s your Blake Livelys and your Anna Wintours to name just two) – but that’s all about to change. Don’t feel like you’re out of the fashion loop if you see a few unrecognisable faces on the Milan Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week front rows this September, as some FROW seats are going under the hammer and will go to the highest bidder – whoever that may be! Watermill Center Summer Auction is auctioning off some Fashion Week packages, with all of the profits going towards the Hamptons gallery which allows artists to exhibit their work for free. So what’s in these exciting packages, you ask? Two front row tickets to the Prada and Giorgio Armani shows, as well as front row tickets and backstage access to the Fendi show. Can you imagine being a fly on the wall as Karl Lagerfeld preps his models just before they hit the catwalk? Such a privilege doesn’t come cheap though, as the bidding starts at an eye-watering $25,000. If you want something a little more, erm, affordable though, Miu Miu front row tickets for Paris Fashion Week are also going under the hammer, with the bidding starting at $10,000. Do you know anyone who might be interested in splashing the cash for a once in a lifetime opportunity?

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Harper Beckham turns three, Couture Fashion Week and more

by on 13th July 2014 0 comments

Harper Beckham celebrates her third birthday! [Vogue] Choupette Lagerfeld is getting her own book! [Fashionista] Joan Rivers says style is “like Herpes”! [Fashion Foie Gras] See all the action from the Couture Fashion Week catwalks in Paris! [Telegraph] Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling are expecting a baby! [Glamour] A Belgian football fan might be the new face of L’Oreal after being scouted at the World Cup [Harper’s Bazaar] All the details from Jessica Simpson’s fairytale wedding – including pics of the dress [People] Olivia Palermo documents and photographs her outfits for 30 days! [Olivia Palermo]

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Gwen Stefani returns to New York Fashion Week!

by on 10th July 2014 0 comments

Great news for fans of Gwen Stefani, No Doubt, and her L.A.M.B clothing line, as the singer, style icon, yummy mummy and fashion designer is returning to New York Fashion Week! L.A.M.B is officially back on the New York Fashion Week schedule, and Gwen’s spring/summer 2015 pieces will be making their catwalk debut in September later this year. Happy days! So why the temporary leave of absence, you ask? “The only reason I haven’t presented lately is because NYFW falls when my kids go back to school,” she said. “I was like, ‘Oh, I guess I will go to NYFW and miss my kid’s first day of kindergarten.’ No. “This year it falls on a different week so I can be in both places.” Aww – we love her even more for putting her children first and making them her top priority! We have definitely missed her, and can’t wait to see what she has up her sleeve for the new season! [Telegraph]

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Kate Hudson dazzles in embellished Armani Privé jumpsuit for Couture Fashion Week

by on 9th July 2014 0 comments

We’ve always maintained that Kate Hudson could walk a red carpet and wow the crowd in her sleep. She confirmed that at the Oscars earlier this year, but just in case anyone had any doubts or simply forgot, she is at it again. The gorgeous actress, yummy mummy and fashion designer joined the likes of Chloe Moretz, Pink and Jared Leto on the coveted front row of the Armani Privé Couture autumn/winter 2014 show in Paris last night, and chose an exquisite jumpsuit from the designer for the occasion. To say she stood out on the FROW would be a huge understatement. The silhouette of the jumpsuit helped give off that classic effortless vibe that Kate does so well, while the embellishments which adorned the piece ensured it also had that “look at me!” wow factor. A simple, un-distracting top knot with a few loose bits of hair escaping and minimal jewellery completed her look perfectly. [Image]

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Couture Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Christian Dior and Giambattista Valli

by on 8th July 2014 0 comments

Forget festival style or shopping for that summer holiday – it’s all about the highest of high fashion this week thanks to Couture Fashion Week which is taking place in Paris as we speak. Or write. It was elegance as usual on the Giambattista Valli catwalk – it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to work out why he got his Haute Couture appellation so rapidly! The designer juxtaposed high fashion vintage glamour with a modern day relaxed aesthetic, which in a nutshell means everything from crepe dresses and understated boyfriend shirts to wow-worthy ballgowns from a different era altogether. The head wraps and bandanas were one of our favourite accessories from the collection as they can instantly transform an outfit; not to mention jazz up your barnet on a potentially bad hair day. Eccentricity was the key theme of the show – something which was more than evident from the pictures… “The secret of my girls is that they’re always eccentric,” the designer said. “They don’t play it, they are!” Raf Simons also didn’t disappoint with his Christian Dior Couture offerings; and it’s a good job too seeing as he had a huge A-list crowd sitting in the front row ready to be razzled and dazzled. It was a bit of a history lesson and catwalk show all rolled into one, as we saw pieces from many periods in time all come together, complete with different chapters, themes and even soundtracks. “I was interested in the process of finding something extremely modern, through something very historical; particularly through a juxtaposition of different themes,” the designer said in the accompanying show notes. “The historical inspiration is not the justification of the collection, it isn’t its entire meaning. “What I was attracted to was an idea of architectural construction – that is […]

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Marchesa is coming to London Fashion Week!

by on 29th May 2014 0 comments

We have very exciting news for all you London fashionistas, this morning, as it’s just been announced that Marchesa will be showing its spring/summer 2015 collection at London Fashion Week this September! Exciting stuff! Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig will be swapping New York for London later this year, as the designing duo celebrate their label’s ten year anniversary by bringing their collection home. We had been speaking with the British Fashion Council,” Georgina Chapman said. “We felt it was a good way to celebrate our anniversary.” Stateside Marchesa lovers shouldn’t despair though – the label will be back in the Big Apple for the autumn/winter 2015 collection in February next year, as the London move is just a one-time thing. We’d better make the most of it while we can then. [WWD]

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John Rocha retires from London Fashion Week

by on 12th May 2014 0 comments

Don’t expect to see John Rocha on the London Fashion Week schedule in September – or anywhere else for that matter, as the designer has just confirmed that he will be retiring from Fashion Week! “If I stay, I want to have something to say and I always want to keep the standard high. The last couple of collections I looked back on and I thought to myself, ‘that is really the best work I can do’,” the designer said. “For the last few years I can see lots of talented people and designers coming up and with so much young talent you have to work so much harder, and I’m not going to do it until I drop! “In 40 years I have never taken more than ten days holiday at once. At this point in my life I want to live by my calendar and not the Fashion Week calendar. Stopping allows me to do that. It’s not an overnight decision, Odette and I have been talking about it for some time.” Although John Rocha won’t be showing his collection at London Fashion Week, we bet he will still be showing his face as his daughter Simone Rocha (who was awarded ‘Emerging Womenswear Designer of the Year’ at the 2013 British Fashion Awards) debuts her latest collection on the catwalk. Are you sad this is the end for John Rocha at LFW? [Vogue]

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Paris Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Lanvin, Balmain, Balenciaga & more

by on 28th February 2014 0 comments

The celebs were out in force for the third day of Paris Fashion Week – and we don’t just mean on the front rows! Some of the most in-demand supermodels walked the runway for some of the biggest fashion designers in the world. Here are our highlights from the latest goings on at Paris Fashion Week: LANVIN AW14 Rihanna joined Emma Roberts and other such famous faces to witness the Lanvin autumn/winter 2014 collection first-hand; we’re not jealous at all, honest! Alber Elbaz presented a versatile yet somewhat experimental collection this time around – we believe his exact words were Experimental, Extravagant and Extreme – ensuring that fur and ruffles played a huge part in his light and fluffy new season range. Asymmetric silhouettes and Chanel inspired tweed also made an appearance. The silk dresses were a refreshingly new yet reassuringly familiar addition to the collection, adding the signature Lanvin elegance to the proceedings. Red carpet faves, for sure! NINA RICCI AW14 Jessica Alba watched the Nina Ricci autumn/winter 2014 collection from her comfy seat in the front row, which has got us pretty excited as we imagine what new-season pieces she will be wearing over the next few months as she goes about her daily business or rocks up on a red carpet. Sparkling, shimmering eveningwear was the highlight of the collection, with the designer not being shy of an embellishment or two. Or six. Wool skirt suits, chic jackets, cosy cashmere jumpers, and much more! BALMAIN AW14 Although there were a lot of big faces on the Balmain front row – did we mention Rihanna was one of the schlebs sitting pretty on the FROW? – some of the world’s biggest and hottest models of the moment walked the show too. It was a star-studded affair all round, […]

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Rihanna shows her support for Balmain at Paris Fashion Week

by on 28th February 2014 0 comments

Rihanna is officially in the city of love for Paris Fashion Week, and the new face of Balmain made sure she supported Olivier Rousteing by attending the autumn/winter 2014 show in a fierce pre-fall 2014 ensemble. She chose a typically Ri Ri look that came in an army inspired shade of khaki, and made sure she flashed some of her perfect pins at the same time too. This look oozed sexy sophistication in a way that only Rihanna knows how! And it looks like she has been taking hair styling tips from her good pal Katy Perry. KP rocked the Cleopatra hairdo at the BRIT Awards last week, and now Rihanna has taken it upon herself to try out the daring air trend too. We definitely think she pulled it off – we’ll have a tough time telling you who we think rocked it better though. Let’s call it a tie and leave it at that! [Image] 

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Paris Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Gareth Pugh, H&M, Vionnet & more

by on 28th February 2014 0 comments

Day 2 of Paris Fashion Week brought us some versatile sartorial new-season delights from some of the fashion big guns such as Gareth Pugh, H&M, Alexis Mabille, Vionnet and Dries van Noten, among others. GARETH PUGH AW14  We think Gareth Pugh gets the award for most talked-about and most theatrical show, as he sent some of his models down the runway with wind-up keys on their backs making them look like a cross between wall-clocks and wind-up dolls. If they weren’t walking around with heavy machinery on their backs, they had very tall – and probably very hard to maneuver in – hats on their heads. Although there were many distractions on the Gareth Pugh autumn/winter 2014 runway, we did manage to pay attention to the clothes too, and discovered that the collection went in yet another different direction to the one we saw last season; yet it was pretty similar in that signature Gareth Pugh only-something-Lady-Gaga-would-wear aesthetic. Reflective, shiny materials juxtaposed with an abundance of plastic and over-the-top fluffy fur, exaggerated silhouettes and so much more. H&M AW14  Paris Fashion Week isn’t just about the big designers, as H&M came out to play by presenting its autumn/winter 2014 collection to a star-studded front row (Miranda Kerr, – the new face of the brand –Jessica Alba and Beyonce’s little sis, Solange Knowles, were all in attendance) at the Grand Palais, otherwise known as the home of the highly anticipated Chanel shows. We saw one of the most wearable and covetable collections hit the runway, with everything from sparkly sequin sweater dresses to comfy cosy cashmere rollneck jumpers all making an appearance. The colour palette was bright and bold to make up for the extreme wintry pieces (the bright orange turtle neck jumper is an MFL fave!), and we predict everyone […]

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Paris Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Anthony Vaccarello, Corrie Nielsen and Tex Saverio

by on 26th February 2014 0 comments

Anna Wintour was in a bit of a rush to leave Milan for Paris (she even missed the Giorgio Armani show!), but was the first day of Paris Fashion Week worth leaving the Italian city early for? Well, we don’t know about that, but the designers that showcased their autumn/winter 2014 collections in the French capital certainly wowed the crowd. ANTHONY VACCARELLO AW14 Anthony Vaccarello (Nicole Richie and Jennifer Lopez are huge fans – and it’s not hard to see why!) made sure the first day of the fash pack’s last stop in Paris was a memorable one, with fierce red and black looks dominating the catwalk. Minimal and wearable daytime ensembles were juxtaposed with short and tight evening pieces (J-Lo will no doubt be all over the new-season pieces) with chains and metal finding their way on the garments in a sleek, slinky and sinfully sexy way – a signature Anthony Vaccarello collection with bags of attitude! We particularly loved the attention he paid to the collar – he attached it to pretty much everything, and everyone! TEX SAVERIO AW14 We expected big things from the Tex Saverio autumn/winter 2014 collection; the Indonesian designer has been on our radar ever since it was announced that he was the creative brains behind Katniss Everdeen’s Hunger Games wedding dress, and we certainly weren’t disappointed with what we saw in Paris. A black, gold and silver colour palette dominated the new collection, as did pieces that came in big shapes and sizes. It was all about volume, something which was very apparent in the large and in charge skirts and a gorgeous laser cut cape in a deep shade of red that we have a feeling will be making its red carpet debut in the next few months. CORRIE NIELSEN AW14 Corrie […]

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WATCH: Milan Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Giorgio Armani and DSQUARED²

by on 26th February 2014 0 comments

Here it is, the last day of Milan Fashion Week for yet another season, and the King of MFW, or should we say it’s saviour, Mr Giorgio Armani, ensured that he gave everyone something to talk about. And it wasn’t just what happened on the catwalk – but more on that later. The collection – entitled “fade to grey” – did pretty much what it said on the tin; grey is the new colour of the season in Giorgio Armani’s world, with a hint of lime green added in there for a splash of much-needed colour. Cropped trousers, pleats, elegant evening dresses that wouldn’t be out of place on this weekend’s Oscars red carpet. We hope to see Cate Blanchett, who is the face of the Si Giorgio Armani fragrance, in one of the floor-length dresses from this collection. So what else happened at the Giorgio Armani show that ruffled a few feathers? Well it wasn’t something that happened, it was actually something that didn’t happen! Anna Wintour decided to give the Giorgio Armani show a miss and ready herself for the Paris Fashion Week action, and Giorgio Armani was very vocal about his opinions on it. He was less than happy, let’s put it that way! “There are some who prefer to snub the Giorgio Armani show and go to Paris,” he said at a press conference after the show. “She took an airplane, dumped Mr. Armani and went to Paris.” Ouch! Anna Wintour’s people tried to do damage control though… “Anna has the greatest respect for Giorgio Armani and everything he has done for Italy and fashion worldwide,” said Anna’s representative at Condé Nast . “Unfortunately, with the fashion calendar now running for more than a month, there are some shows that Anna is not able to attend.” […]

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Cheryl Cole wears Roberto Cavalli trench coat for Milan Fashion Week show

by on 24th February 2014 0 comments

Cheryl Cole has been off the radar these past few months (boo!) but she reemerged on the fashion scene over the weekend for the highly anticipated Roberto Cavalli autumn/winter 2014 show at Milan Fashion Week – and pretty much stole the show in the process! Although she was joined on the front row by other big names such as Ellie Goulding and Les Miserables stunner Samantha Barks, we can’t help but think all our eyes were on our Geordie princess, with the stunning leopard print Roberto Cavalli trench coat she was wearing being one of the main reasons. Her sleek ponytail and super glamorous make-up (Roberto wouldn’t have it any other way!) were no doubt the other reasons! We hope to see a lot more of Cheryl in the next few months, especially as her sartorial choices have been so on point during her last few appearances. Do you love her latest RC Milan look?

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WATCH: Milan Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Dolce and Gabbana, Versace, Roberto Cavalli & more

by on 24th February 2014 0 comments

It was a busy weekend in Milan, with the likes of Versace, Roberto Cavalli, Jil Sander, Dolce and Gabbana and Bottega Veneta all unveiling their new autumn/winter 2014 collections to their adoring public. Dolce and Gabbana AW14 Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana were inspired by all things dream-like for their ‘Enchanted Sicily’ Dolce and Gabbana autumn/winter 2014 collection. Despite the intricacy of the pieces and the overall new season vision, the collection was very simplistic, with medieval influences creeping through every so often. Bold, exaggerated shoulders, woodland inspired prints throughout as well as flower and key embellishments, and even a new type of handbag that even requires a padlock; it was all in there! Our highlight was definitely the finale, as this time round we were treated to a parade of sparkly yet somewhat gothic Tinkerbells strutting down the catwalk. Can you get on board with looking like a gothic fairy for the new season? The Dolce and Gabbana boys certainly make it look appealing don’t they? Versace AW14 Donatella Versace also pulled out all the stops for the Versace autumn/winter 2014 show – no surprises there, really. “This is a collection about the power of a woman, not just her inner strength, but the attitude she presents to the world. Every woman can find that power in Versace,” she said of the new collection. Powerful and provocative are definitely two words which can be used to describe the majority of the new season pieces; an abundance of bias-cut dresses made their way onto the Italian catwalk, as did asymmetric hems, military references, and stunningly tailored trapeze coats in bold and vivid colour palettes. Oh, and lots and lots of fur. Long fur, short fur and all other fur in-between! Roberto Cavalli AW14 Another designer who went for the over-the-top […]

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Milan Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Moschino, Fendi, Prada & more

by on 21st February 2014 0 comments

We have no idea why Milan Fashion Week isn’t as popular as New York, London or Paris, because the latest collections to debut on the Italian catwalks were out of this world. We don’t think Giorgio Armani is going to have too much of a tough time getting support for MFW if the latest shows from Moschino, Prada, Fendi and Just Cavalli were anything to go by. Jeremy Scott’s first collection for Moschino was always going to be an interesting one, and we definitely think he met expectations and pulled a stellar collection – and catwalk show – out the bag! Jeremy Scott showcased everything from a revamped McDonalds logo to everyone’s favourite little underwater creature, Spongebob Squarepants, to all-else in-between. Katy Perry and Rita Ora showed no signs of a hangover – despite partying until the wee hours of the morning after attending the Brits – as they were the modelling guests of honour on the Moschino autumn/winter 2014 catwalk. The ladies stole the show as they strutted down the catwalk to take their well-deserved seats in the front row to watch the rest of the new-season pieces make their debut. If they ever fancy a career change, we definitely think they have what it takes to make it big in the modelling world! If we could take only two things away from the Fendi autumn/winter 2014 show, it would be the Karl Lagerfeld doll/handbag which Cara Delevingne (who was walking exclusively for Fendi, may we add) carried down the catwalk, Georgia May Jagger’s outfit. We love GMJ at the best of times, but her appearance on the Fendi catwalk was above and beyond anything we could have ever expected. Kaiser Karl himself described the Fendi collection as brutal and poetic, and we definitely got that memo given all the […]

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Roundup: Best Dressed at London Fashion Week

by on 21st February 2014 0 comments

London Fashion Week is, of course, all about the collections, after parties and street style frenzies that take place all over the city. Getting caught up in the “fashun” whirlwind is all well, but not without weighing in on what the movers and shakers wore, while sitting pretty front row. Yes, we’re mad for Preen, but what we really want to know is our way around Poppy Delevingne’s next FROW ensemble. And boy did she look good in a polka dot blouse and mannish coat at Burberry Prorsum. OK, so Erdem knows how to turn us into slaves to fashion (for all the right reasons, obvs), but it’s the front-row gracing elite we’re interested in. What’s that you’re wearing, Daisy Lowe? So, instead of giving you our weekly dose of Worst Dressed, we’re honouring the best week of fashion month (you know we speak the truth) by rounding up our Best Dressed at London Fashion Week. From a resplendent-looking Georgia May Jagger arriving at the Simongao show to Olivia “Perfect” Palermo looking just so in a standout Reiss peacoat at Anya Hindmarch, and Naomie Harris in possibly the most perfect trench coat there ever was; enjoy our line-up of London’s most-loved Fashion Week looks. Which looks wins for you? Let us know in the comments section below! [Images: Zimbio]

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Milan Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Gucci, Alberta Ferretti, Versus Versace & more

by on 20th February 2014 0 comments

Time to watch the unveiling of the autumn/winter 2014 trends from behind our computer screens, as London Fashion Week is well and truly over (sniff) and the fack pack has now flocked to Italy for Milan Fashion Week! Milan certainly doesn’t mess about, as it’s straight down to business on day 1 with collections from Gucci, Alberta Ferretti, Versus Versace and Fausto Puglisi. Gucci went in a little bit of a different direction this season, as Frida Giannini took inspiration from the boys – more specifically, the Gucci menswear collection – for the autumn/winter 2014 threads. She juxtaposed her most androgynous garments with the girliest of pieces for a versatile, retro collection.   Gone was the overt sexiness that we’ve come to know from the brand – especially if last season was anything to go by – and a softer, vintage collection was in its place. Soft pink oversized coats, geek chic glasses, slim fit trousers in a super-flattering silhouette, mod-inspired outerwear, the lot. Alberta Ferretti was influenced by nature for her latest collection, trees, leaves, and bird feathers all made an appearance on her new-season pieces.  It wasn’t all woodland inspired though, as typical Alberta embellishments, sequins and silhouettes were also present, making for another versatile and somewhat wholly wearable collection. Fausto Puglisi was clearly inspired by the Big Apple, as the Statue of Liberty made several appearances on t-shirts and jumpers alike. The designer presented a casual cool collection for the effortlessly chic and stylish Fausto Puglisi girl; fun, flirty, body confident girls with everything to live for! And then we had Donatella Versace’s efforts for the Versus Versace autumn/winter 2014 collection. Donatella’s influence was very much present in the entire collection, which you can see with the tight leather dress and leather biker jacket. Typical rock and roll […]

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From London to Paris and Beyond: A Fashion Week Beauty Trend Report

by on 19th February 2014 0 comments

It may be the dead of winter in most locations north of the Equator, but Fashion Week signals the beginning of spring for industry insiders and for fashion-savvy females everywhere. Held in New York City, Milan, London and Paris, Fashion Week provides top-level fashion houses and up-and-coming designers with the opportunity to show off their best efforts in anticipating the warmer temps to come. All across Europe as well as in the Big Apple, women eagerly mark Fashion Week on their calendars each year. Most of the looks on display on the runways during Fashion Week will never make it past couture shops catering to exclusive clienteles. Nonetheless, affordable interpretations of the most accessible pieces will make their way to certain online specialists that cater to women whose budgets may be limited but who nonetheless wish to maintain a sense of style. Some of the most anticipated trends for 2014 will be familiar to many; the classic look that never goes out of fashion is all the rage. Florals, of Course What is spring without flowers? An explosion of floral patterns will be everywhere, from flowing skirts to chic tops peeking out from beneath tailored blazers. Large, playful floral patterns will be found on dresses meant for garden parties and more casual occasions. More sedate florals will make their way to office-worthy separates. Even daytime weddings will be blessed with colorful blooms on bridesmaids’ dresses and sprinkled amongst frocks worn by guests. Solids that pick up one or more colors found among floral patterns are a cant-miss match for fashion-conscious but somewhat cautious women. Bolder females will mix and match florals and prints or florals and neutrals. To pull off this somewhat-daring look, at least one of the contrasting patterns should be somewhat more subdued to avoid overwhelming onlookers with […]

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WATCH: London Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Burberry, David Koma, Michael van der Ham & more

by on 18th February 2014 0 comments

No rest for the wicked – or stylish – Day 4 of London Fashion Week was just as jam-packed and exciting as ever; and we were there to take in all the action! Where else would we be on a day when Burberry, David Koma, Michael van der Ham, Tom Ford and Roksanda Ilincic are showcasing their autumn/winter 2014 collections, eh? Burberry AW14 One of the highlights of the day – and the five day event as a whole – was the Burberry Prorsum autumn/winter 2014 show. Luckily it was a dry affair (not that a little or a lot of rain would have stopped us) and the front row was as star-studded as ever. Bradley Cooper, Harry Styles, Sky Ferreira, Anna Wintour and more celebs graced the front row to view the collection first hand – and we think they would have been pretty chuffed with what they saw. If there was one thing we took away from the show, It was that we need to go scarf shopping asap. Scarves as you know them will no longer suffice, as it’s all about the oversized ones that can double up as a blanket. Or you could just buy a blanket with your initials on, as they too made it down the Burberry runway in the epic finale. Burberry definitely didn’t do things by halves in the music department either, as we were treated to a stellar performance by the one and only Paloma Faith. Pipe envy! Overall, Burberry presented a soft, casual, comfortable and warm collection which Christopher Bailey said was inspired by the Charleston Farmhouse in Sussex of the Bloomsbury Group. And if you head to the brand’s official website right now you can preorder the collection and ensure that you’re one of the first people to own […]

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London Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Emilia Wickstead, Joseph, Hunter Original & more

by on 16th February 2014 Comments are Disabled

Braving the gusty elements, Team MFL trekked to Somerset House (and beyond) for day two of London Fashion Week fashtivities. Well, given today’s stellar schedule, cosying up indoors and living vicariously through Style.com just wasn’t an option! Winter work wear woes went straight out the window at Holly Fulton, this morning, as the ideal “working girl” made her way down the runway. Etching the collection purely from her experience as a working woman – but one with a head for serious, workable fashion – Fulton gave us masculine coats imprinted with stunning motifs; sheath dresses and fluid pencil skirts featuring kookily enlarged mobile phone bearing hand motifs – avec perfecto manicured nails, of course. A nod to the “corporate cog” came courtesy of a glittery knit printed with the aforementioned  component, while mini briefcases and stacked bangles alluded to Fulton’s ability to create magic with her hands, literally. Effortlessly moving from a black to grey palette, Joseph is the go-to label for those channelling fashion’s new comfort-led direction. The autumn/winter 2014 presentation promised chill-proof staples with that rooted for masculine allure. Long-line, voluminous knits sat atop perfectly tailored pants, while the sharpness of a suit blazer was tempered with pleated skirts, pussy-bow blouses and touches of mid-Western fringing sliced in black leather. A coordinating trio of peg leg pants, oversize knit and beanie hat broke away from the neutral colour trail, but otherwise, this collection is an easy- goers dream come true. Possibly the dreamiest of designers when it comes to this side of the pond; this season, Emilia Wickstead reminded us of those dark, wintry nights we refuse to embrace with ease. The show notes referenced “Film Noir”, and we got exactly that: a clear vision of what winter’s dangerously stylish woman will look like, come September. From a […]

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London Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Bora Aksu, Felder Felder, DAKS & more

by on 14th February 2014 0 comments

New York Fashion Week got us officially geared up for the autumn/winter 2014 trends, so we weren’t going to let a little (ok a big, inconvenient and suede-shoe-destroying but we’re fine, we’re over it) thing like rain stop us from flocking to Somerset House along with the equally drenched fash-pack to see what the first day of London Fashion Week had to offer. Felder Felder, DAKS, Eudon Choi, Bora Aksu and J JS Lee all showcased their new season creations to the fashionable London crowds, and didn’t seem phased by the pressure to make sure their collections matched the standard of those in the Big Apple. Tommy Hilfiger inspired us to go on a snowy, winter hike, and Jackie Lee has inspired us to go camping thanks to the new autumn/winter 2014  pieces we saw early this morning. There was an abundance of houndstooth and check print that adorned the casual, cool, practical but on-trend pieces,  and the colour palette was kept understated. A far cry from her feminine, all-pink collection from last season, but isn’t versatility and the ability to create the shock factor what a good fashion designer is? We rest our case; well done J JS Lee! Eudon Choi got us all into the party spirit/gave us that Friday feeling thanks to the Rolling Stones soundtrack. Sex and drugs are optional, but rock and roll was essential! Legendary music choices aside, we saw lots of tartan on the catwalk (we told you, didn’t we?) although it came in a colder, bluer hue than the traditional red one we’re used to. The collection as a whole was a refined take on 60s fashion – and that’s something we got from the cigarette trousers, flared cuffs and print-tastic knitwear pieces as well as the aforementioned soundtrack. Oh, and you […]

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New York Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Jenny Packham, Vera Wang, Proenza Schouler & more

by on 13th February 2014 0 comments

New York Fashion Week has well and truly got us geared up for London Fashion Week which kicks off tomorrow! The last of the shows – from Michael Kors to Oscar de la Renta to Jenny Packham, and more – certainly didn’t let us down, as we were met with everything from red carpet Oscar-worthy ensembles to essential winter cover-ups to all else in-between. Kate Middleton’s Jenny Packham look at the National Portrait Gallery was an exellent reminder of how wow-worthy the designer’s pieces can be – a thought which was only reiterated when we saw the autumn/winter 2014 collection float down the runway. Although the collection was reportedly inspired by Bianca Jagger, there were sartorial influences dating as far back as the 1930s in the collection; the glittering gold dress was a particular favourite of ours, and one which we predict might appear on an awards season red carpet this year. Vera Wang, who has dressed a number of our fave A-listers including the most recent celeb bride Kaley Cuoco who went against the grain and opted for a pink wedding down, went for romance – but not as we know it. Dark romance was the theme for the designer’s autumn/winter 2014 collection, with lots of black and charcoal coloured pieces making their debut on the Big Apple catwalk. There was also an abundance of tartan – a definite AW14 trend we need to look out for over the next few weeks! Although Blake Lively and Freida Pinto were among the famous faces who sat on the front row wearing some very feminine and floral Michael Kors spring/summer 2014 pieces, the designer’s latest collection had a hint of androgyny about it. Rich, luxe fabrics were juxtaposed with casual cool tailoring, offering us a very covetable autumn/winter collection that we’ll […]

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New York Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Carolina Herrera, The Row, Donna Karan & more

by on 11th February 2014 0 comments

The latest New York Fashion Week offerings haven’t disappointed thanks to stunning collections from the likes of Carolina Herrera, The Row, Donna Karan, Opening Ceremony, Ralph Rucci and Tommy Hilfiger. Carolina Herrera’s autumn/winter 2014 collection was another highlights for us. While some of our fave designers are still looking back for inspiration for their shows, Carolina Herrera has gone in the totally opposite direction. “I’m a bit tired of all those collections that have a reference to the 40s, the 20s, the 30s,” Carolina told AFP. “I need something else. I need the future. That’s why the proportion was very important for me — the low heels and something different from the things we have seen before.” Embellishments, flowing trains, and a cheeky turtleneck thrown in for good measure, too! No rest for Donna Karan, as the designer was straight back out there presenting the collection for her eponymous line following her very successful DKNY show. Although the designer was celebrating her 30th anniversary, there were  no obvious bright colours and party poppers in sight, as she went for a darker theme for her AW14 collection. Slinky and somewhat sexy tailoring and silhouettes juxtaposed with large fur coats and parkas. It was all about winter over at Tommy Hilfiger – a cosy, snowy winter in the great outdoors. No need to infer and make assumptions – there was actual (fake) snow on the runway, so it wasn’t hard to see where Tommy Hilfiger was going with the theme. We loved the hats; if only our hair stayed so intact in the British wind and rain. Here’s what else went down at NYFW: Tommy Hilfiger The Row Ralph Rucci  Opening Ceremony 

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L’Wren Scott cancels London Fashion Week show!

by on 11th February 2014 0 comments

Uh oh – according to reports that has surfaced this morning, it doesn’t look like L’Wren Scott will be showing at London Fashion Week this season. The designer was scheduled to showcase her autumn/winter 2014 collection this Sunday during London Fashion Week, but has been forced to cancel due to “production delays in key show and couture pieces.” L’Wren Scott fans will still be able to see the new collection, as the designer has pledged to unveil it on social media. Press, editors, retailers and special guests will also be able to sneak a peek with their own eyes at her Paris showroom in March, so it’s not all bad! Are you sad to see another designer absent from LFW this season? [WWD] 

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New York Fashion Week AW14 highlights from Victoria Beckham, DKNY, Alexander Wang & more

by on 10th February 2014 0 comments

It was a busy weekend in the Big Apple, as a host of designers including Victoria Beckham, DKNY, Alexander Wang, Prabal Gurung, Monique Lhuilier and Diane von Furstenberg presented their autumn/winter 2014 offerings. After we got over the excitement of seeing the entire Beckham brood posing for selfies on the front row, we composed ourselves and finally sat down to analyse what we saw on the victoria Beckham AW14 runway. And we have nothing but good things to say about VB’s latest efforts. A lot more feminine than her spring/summer 2014 collection, this season was all about balance, along with her signature simplicity, distinctive looks, expert tailoring and an unassuming colour palette. VB’s signature love of monochrome was once again apparent, with little infusions of colour creeping their way in, too. Things got very real over at DKNY in so many senses of the word; the stars of the catwalk show were real New Yorkers who walked alongside some of our catwalk faves, which echoed the general aesthetic of the collection, which felt like a more updated and trendier version of what the residence of NYC are already wearing on the streets. The sleek combovers dominated the Alexander Wang show; it took us a while to get over seeing Karlie Kloss and ko (sorry, co) in this very boyish light, but once the initial shock was over we got to appreciate the simplicity of the make up (Miley Cyrus inspired bleached brows and all) as well as the utilitarian ensembles. We loved the mesh jumpers and jumper dresses, which we are hoping are going to be a major trend this season! Diane von Furstenberg put on one heck of a show, and we would expect nothing less from a designer celebrating her 40th anniversary! In typical retrospective fashion, DVF went […]

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Brush up on your French in time for Paris Fashion Week!

by on 12th February 2014 0 comments

Ok, so fashion month is underway and the last stop is of course, our favourite city Paris! In a bid to be able to communicate better with our fellow French fashionista’s (without the aid of our translation dictionary) we decided to brush up on our French in time for the last week of fashion month with the aid of Rosetta Stone’s TOTALe course. At £20 per month or £240 up front, the course promises the ability to engage in conversations, share ideas, make new friends with your new found conversational skills and best of all the ability to negotiate complex situations…a skill definitely needed to handle the madness that is fashion week. So, naturally we jumped at the chance to give the TOTALe course a go…. The online subscription is available for a 6 or 12 month duration. Stages of learning start at Level 1 and the course is completed once you make it to Level 5 (if you’re a bit more advanced than us you can skip to the level best suited to you). Each level starts with a core lesson and continues with lessons that individually cover pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading and writing. Reviews to check your progress are interspersed within the levels. The pronunciation lessons are priceless…voice recognition allows the system to pass or fail you if you’re pronunciation is incorrect which is great. There’s nothing worse than having a conversation with terrible pronunciation. Completion of each level unlocks a fun learning game that can be played solo or with fellow language learners online. The course also includes some great apps to help track progress and the chance to book four sessions a month with a native French-speaking tutor. Did the course deliver on its promise? Well, yes. It’s very easy to follow and the interactivity doesn’t […]

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New York Fashion Week AW14 highlights from BCBG Max Azria, Coach, Dion Lee & more

by on 7th February 2014 0 comments

Klaxons and party poppers at the ready, Fashion Month has officially begun, so let’s board the virtual plane to the Big Apple to see what New York Fashion Week has to offer! The start of NYFW got off to a flying start, with autumn/winter 2014 collections from BCBG Max Azria, Coach, Dion Lee, Tadashi Shoji and Creatures of the Wind making their way down the catwalks. BCBG Max Azria gave us oversized coats and capes that we wouldn’t turn down in this windy British weather, as well as leather blouses, calfskin blazers and more bold and graphic prints than you can shake a stick at. It’s all about print, pattern, texture and size! Geometric designs were also present on the Dion Lee catwalk, as were smart and sophisticated ensembles that would be perfect for the office. If your office required sartorially chic and savvy employees, obviously. The draped detailing was also a treat for the eyes, too! Tadashi Shoji presented another stunning red carpet worthy autumn/winter 2014 collection – no surprises there – while Creatures of the Wind went for all things pure and cosmic, apparently. Take a look at our highlights from Day 1 of New York Fashion Week below: Tadashi Shoji  Coach Dion Lee Creatures of the Wind 

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