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Wednesday May 12th, 2010
Victoria Tuaz wears Peter Jensen Spring/Summer Ready-to-wear 2010 collection.
It’s not every day that I fall madly in love with a fashion label in a matter of micro seconds, but it certainly looks like this is such a shameless case today. Namely, Peter Jensen’s Spring/Summer Ready-to-wear 2010 collection is simply fantastic! Running high on the innovation factor, the Danish-born designer’s signature is his mischievous touch on each piece of the collection creating something slightly twisted, but always youthful and super refined.
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Tags: French Models, Peter Jensen, Urban Outfitters, Victoria Tuaz
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Monday May 10th, 2010
Anastasija Kondratjeva in Erdem's Tomoko sunnies
A collaboration between two amongst London’s sea of talents – the iconic eyewear label Cutler & Gross and the celebrated fashion label Erdem – resulted in something magnificent. With its colourful Kyoto watercolour-printed frame in classic sixties style, it looks like this edgy pair of Tomoko sunnies (£290.00) from the Spring/Summer 2010 collection is the perfect accessory to accompany me during the flamboyant season whether in the city of by the beach. Mmm… Fantastic!
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Tags: Anastasija Kondratjeva, Cutler & Gross, Erdem, Erdem Moralioglu, Harvey Nichols, Latvian models
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Sunday April 11th, 2010
Dutch model Marloes Horst for Myla Spring/Summer 2010 Ad Campaign
Dutch model Marloes Horst continues to raise the mercury with sizzling print work. This time, the Pirelli Calendar girl shows off the season’s hottest and coolest lingerie and swimwear pieces for Myla – the London based womenswear label. Sensual lounging in Myla’s exquisite loungewear and lingerie pieces yet steamy in Myla’s blazing hot swimwear; Marloes shows that she owns these seductive looks her way. Other than working with Myla for Spring/Summer 2010, Marloes is also the star of Princesse Tam Tam’s pretty girly ad campaign. Well… Baby’s surely on fire!
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Tags: Ad Campaigns, Dutch models, Marloes Horst, Myla
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Saturday February 27th, 2010
Torn tee & cardigan print top by Inside Out
Ripped and torn could look utterly unbearable and heinously hideous, if not done correctly. Thank god we have Inside out! With its exquisite eye for quality and design, the 2007-born British label totally rocks high fashion’s lavish version of the derelict look. Designed by Central St. Martins Graduates James Woolfin and Yvette White, this long sleeved T-shirt (£165.00) is our pretty pick of the pack. We just love the exuberantly eccentric print, which features an incredible image of a torn tee and cardigan. It adds flair to the look and turns this simple garment into something genuinely fantastic that deserves to be bought and worn a.s.a.p.!
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Tags: Harvey Nichols, INSIDEOUT
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Monday February 1st, 2010
An example of how a flawless Luella handbag appears to the eye
Dear my beloved Luella Handbag,
Oh Luella! Oh my Lovely Luella! Even though I don’t even know your name for sure, (because your tag has fallen out unexpectedly when I brought you home); that does not mean that I do not love you. In fact, my love for you is deeper than an ocean and more infinite than infinity. I was tremendously shocked today to find that your flawless self has become… defected! Oh, my Lovely! Tell me – your true and only love – why art thou scratched? I know my true-blue shabby hobo style, which includes a daily routine of wearing a worn-to-shreds Tee (Not By Alexander Wang), naturally faded-to-grey Ksubi jeans and vintage-looking not-vintage shoes, does not deserve a complimentary accessory like you, but that does not mean that you have to blend in with my ruggedness by destructing yourself to match my poor standards. I appreciate your almighty thoughtfulness and your overly-kind gesture, but really, if you want to be kind to me, please continue being cruel to me by maintaining your perfectly impeccable appearance. I would very much be grateful of you forever and ever.
Kisses and Hugs,
-Your Lover-
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Friday January 15th, 2010
Richard Nicoll's sunny resort 2010 collection
When I first spotted Richard Nicoll’s sunny resort collection at Harvey Nichols, the ultra cool beverage of Orange Mocha Frappucino, as drunk by the four fantastic male models in the movie Zoolander (2001), immediately popped straight out of my mind. I like the warm, fuzzy and uplifting character of the collection. It truly radiates this “you make the sun shine brighter than Doris Day” character. Presented in the picture above are:
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Tags: dresses, English Models, Harvey Nichols, Imogen Morris Clarke, net-a-porter, Richard Nicoll, Zoolander
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Wednesday December 23rd, 2009
Christopher Kane’s Crispy Eye-Candy
Christmas is coming soooo soon and you certainly cannot have enough sweet sweet candy over this festive season. If you still don’t have your poptastic party outfits ready for battle, then, let me show you Christopher Kane’s fantastic fall/winter 2009 collection once again. First on my agenda is the celebrated designer’s velvet stripe organza dress (also known as High Volume silk-organza dress on net-a-porter £1,291). This dress is simply the divine choice for lunches, tea parties and any day time activies you would have to attend. For dinner at home, Mr. Kane’s pretty pleated satin and organza A-line dress (a.k.a Hanna silk and velvet dress £1,291) is for sure ideal to swing around the kitchen. Then, to finish the evening off with a splendid night out, you definitely cannot miss the magnificent multi-velvet stripe shift dress (also known as sleeveless crazy stripe dress on net-a-porter £2,313). I just love the remarkable work on the dress, in particular the use of these marvellous metallic appliqué in the colours of sweet irresistible candy, which creates the striking statement for an unforgettable Christmas. Once again, merry Christmas, everyone!
Available at Luisa Via Roma and net-a-porter.
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Friday November 20th, 2009
Sonia Rykiel pour H&M Christmas 2009
Mark the Date! Sonia Rykiel for H&M’s lingerie collection is coming to stores worldwide on 5th December 2009. Ready or not, you know, it’s going to strike in style! So far from the pictures released, the collection seems to be playful and chic in the French label’s notorious ways! Although to me the girls in the campaign – Lara Stone, Anne Vyalitsyna and Caroline Trentini – looked out of place and not in sync with each other, I just love the way each girl looks so comfortable and at ease in it. That’s the way underwear should be, no? Body conscious, smart and sexy; Sonia Rykiel has it!
Tags: Anne Vyalitsyna, Brazilian Models, Camille Bidault Waddington, Caroline Trentini, Dutch models, H&M, Lara Stone, Photography by Sølve Sundsbø, Russian Model, Sonia Rykiel, Underwear
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Thursday November 12th, 2009
Smells like Luella: Frances and Bertha floral dresses from Luella
Ooo… Dear! Have you heard the terrible news? Luella has just lost a major investor. Singapore-based retail group Club21 has just left our favourite British label, consequently, forcing a halt in both public trading and production of its current collection [1]. Upon this, Ms. Bartley commented: “This is a very disappointing situation for everyone involved with the brand… I very much appreciate the support that VSQ has given me, but it is upsetting not to be able to protect jobs in this difficult economic climate.”
Rebecca, Gretel and Maggie dresses from Luella
Well… This is just shocking for all of us, because we just adore the quirky English fashion label! If you want to see the Spring/Summer 2010 line on the shelves, don’t hold back any longer, it’s definitely time to shop and show your support! One of the things I love the most about Luella is its party dresses. It doesn’t restrict the person who is wearing it, but rather, it lets your personality come out as well as guaranteeing infinite fun – something that is totally out of the question for a lot of high fashion brands. On sales now and on my must-buy list are the following dresses:
- Frances Floral Georgette dress, Ref: SS090085DRFGT0998, (£450.00 £225.00) – This beautiful relaxed fit pintuck dress with tiered skirt is perfect for the summer. The bow and ruffles give a very chic and gracious feel to this wardrobe staple.
- Bertha Floral Organza dress, Ref: SS090090DRFOR0998, (£695.00 £347.50).
- Rebecca Check Muslin dress in purple, Ref: SS090094DRCHM0696, (£365.00 £182.50) – This bodice dress is neat and elegant with a twist. Nipped in at the waist this piece has a beautifully delicate asymmetric ruching across the bust, giving it that something extra.
- Gretel Plain Organza dress in Lilac, Ref: SS090086DRORG0758, (£595.00 £297.50).
- Maggie Plain Organza dress in Blackberry (also available in pink and purple), Ref: SS090083DRORG2698, (£625.00 £312.50) – Worn with either one or two shoulder straps, this frill skirt prom dress has a neat asymmetric style. Another true example of Luella’s belief in modern eclectic British femininity.
All dresses available at Luella.com.
References:
[1] Malred, T (2009), Is Our Lovely Luella Label On Its Last Leg? Please Say No, http://pipeline.refinery29.com/news/is_our_lovely_luella_on_its_la.php, Refinery 29, accessed on 12 November 2009.
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Tuesday November 10th, 2009
Flower Power By Luella
Forget all about flower by Kenzo and go flower power with exemplary creations from the lovable English fashion label Luella. Luella’s flower motives bloom vividly in the colours of the rainbow creating a cheery joyous vision that is positively infectious. As French writer Jean Giraudoux said, the flower is an example of the eternal seductiveness of life. The pretty round-necked short cuff-sleeved blouse with ruffle detail would, no doubt, emit a sweet scent to put a big smile on anyone’s face; and the fitted hip skirt with the asymmetric sash and the bow detail would certainly be the primrose in the center of attention amongst a bed of roses at any garden parties. Go, flower power!
Tags: Kenzo, Luella, skirts
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