MILAN – When times get tough, designers know better than to dictate. This is why the spring/summer 2010 is a season of options.
Although the over-all look is shorter than in recent seasons, there is still a lot of room for choice. Trousers can be tight or loose, skirts can be skinny or bubbled, jackets can be long or cropped, colors can be bland or bright, styles can be sweet, sporty or sexy.
On Saturday, Roberto Cavalli epitomized these
MILAN, – Whether it's the economic crisis or just the fashion mood of the moment, designers are skimping on fabric for this round of preview showings for the spring/summer 2010.
Mini hemlines, bare backs and one-shoulder styles are all about quality not quantity, especially at Donatella Versace, where the outfits are as tight as they are short.
At the end of the second day of showings, it is apparent that the accent for next year's warm
The spring 2010 Giorgio Armani collection. For another view on the show, check out our photo diary.
Courtesy of Zac Posen Party prints not your thing? This year’s shows left you many options.New York City is known for its diversity — something that was definitely reflected in the spring 2010 fashion shows. There was romanticism and ruffles (with a nod to the Ballets Russes). Tribalism with a touch of grunge. Minimalism livened up with graphic effects. And of course, there were great party dresses — this season in vibrant scarf prints. Take a look at some of our
A detail from the Giorgio Armani collection.Ciao from Italy! The opening shows of Milan fashion week were all about reinvention. Giorgio Armani wowed the critics by trading in his signature pantsuits for architectural short silk dresses, showing he’s no one-trick pony, while Just Cavalli just partied its way back from near bankruptcy to show a familiar trashy-chic rocker-chick look.
Giorgio Armani
Designer: Giorgio Armani
Date and Location: Thursday, Sept. 24, Via Bergognone, 59
MILAN (Reuters) –
Fashion designer Giorgio Armani is reshuffling his agenda to take better care of himself after a bout of hepatitis and will soon announce changes at his company, he told Women's Wear Daily in an interview.
Armani, widely regarded as the doyen of Italian fashion, did not give details, only saying there will be "some change from a managerial perspective -- moves and promotions -- that will be announced shortly," the
MILAN – • It looks like it's going to be a short summer in 2010 — at least where hemlines are concerned.
On Thursday, the opening day of Milan fashion week of preview showings for next year's warm weather fashion, short dresses, short skirts and short shorts showed up on almost every runway.
But in this round, the cropped look is more demure than daring. Ruffles and bubble shapes replace the clinging styles that often symbolize
LONDON – In a Sept. 22 story about the Burberry show at London Fashion Week, The Associated Press incorrectly spelled the surname of the company's chief executive officer. Her correct name is Angela Ahrendts, not Ahrendt.
Milan –
Hanging miniature chandeliers from Perspex high heels might seem a bit tricky, and enmeshing models in string vests of crystals could sound like a tall order, but these were just some of the novel visual takes that shone out in the brilliant stylistic tour de force that was Prada's latest runway show, staged Thursday, Sept. 24, in Milan.
"It was high end luxury meets very trashy. Modern femme fatale," Miuccia Prada said backstage,
Yesterday High & Mighty, the family-run retailer which has with 23 stores, filed an intention to appoint an administrator. Any sale is believed to be part of a pre-pack administration sale process.
Sources told Drapers said that staff at High & Mighty had been told this afternoon that N Brown would be taking over the business.
Manchester-based N Brown runs its own outsize
Director Michael Whatmough (pictured) plans to launch further specialist sites, including footwear and shirts, in the future.
The eponymous luxury label from the ex-Gucci creative director is looking for an investment of $50m (ВЈ30.5m) or more in a process managed by Credit Suisse, according to Reuters' private equity website peHUB.
Tom Ford International currently sells menswear and men's and women's eyewear and fragrances through four standalone stores and several wholesale sites.
Ford launched his company in 2004 after leaving Gucci, where he had
Confidence in the luxury fashion label has grown following comments from chief executive Angela Ahrendts, who reportedly said that “the UK business has been on fire for quite a while now”.
More than 1,500 guests including US Vogue editor Anna Wintour, Arcadia owner Sir Philip Green, M&S chief executive Sir Stuart Rose and Sainsbury
With big British names such as Burberry Prorsum, Matthew Williamson and Pringle returning to London from rival international catwalks, the pressure was on organiser the British Fashion Council (BFC) to live up to its promise that its 25th anniversary event would restore the buzz the capital had lacked since the
late 1990s.
Early
September 14, 2009 by admin
New York Fashion Week (September 12, 2009) – Stacey Bendet once again brings her work to life with the launch of alice + olivia's spring 2010 collection. This season the innovative designer will transform a raw gallery space in New York City's meatpacking district into a live rock concert scene featuring a performance by French girl band Plastiscines and styled by Stacey's longtime friends Anda and Masha.В
Following the success of the
“The addition of an iconic brand such as Pierre Cardin, with its amazing heritage, worldwide recognition and enormous untapped
Fashion Week Agenda tracks every stilettoed step our style editors take.
Gucci, Pucci, Brioni, Cavalli ╨▓╨ВтАЭ sounds like another day of Milan fashion week.
The Schedule:
9 a.m. Bottega Veneta (A)
10:45 a.m. Max Mara (B)
11:30 a.m. Roberto Cavalli (C)
1:15 p.m. Emporio Armani (D)
5 p.m. Gucci (E)
6 p.m. Brioni (F)
7 p.m. Emilio Pucci (G)
Scenes from the Milan fashion week photo diary of Sofia Sanchez and Mauro Mongiello.
View a slide show of the latest Versace collection here.
Many things have influenced the life of Designer Robert Rodriguez; but it was Christian Dior that played an integral role. Growing up, Robert's mother gave him a book on Christian Dior and it was that book that became Robert's bible and doorway into the world of fashion couture.
Robert Rodriguez attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York where he was recognized for his beautiful and unique designs and received the prestigious Critics Award for Best Designer of the Year.
Tom Dixon’s new showroom at Portobello Dock.Young designers at this year's London Design Festival have found a new patron saint in Tom Dixon, who recently moved his studio to a former Virgin Records recording studio in a newly minted business complex called Portobello Dock. The design superstar is not only opening a new showroom there this week but has also collaborated with the complex’s developer to fill two of its other buildings with mostly British, mostly emerging
LONDON (Reuters Life!) –
A new fashion magazine built on daydreams, fantasy and fairy-tales in an unashamed flirtation with teenaged girls has become this season's "must read" at London Fashion Week.
Praised in internet forums and fashion blogs, and squabbled over in shops, Lula's mix of soft, feminine clothes explored in wistfully nostalgic stories has gained cult status and led to a relationship with Britain's highly successful
All the fashion news of the week that's fit to reprint.
Anthropologie
тАв Jumps on the collaboration bandwagon with the designers of Ruffian.
Beckham, Victoria
тАв Announces that she eats.
Blasberg, Derek
тАв Received a dead chicken in the mail. More intriguing is the thought of whatever he did to merit this.
Bloomberg, Michael
тАв Announced that the N.Y.P.D. will create a footwear database of shoe trends and walking patterns. Should be easy in Manhattan: Louboutins,
Ashley Greene worked the red carpet as the fashion correspondent for this year's MTV Video Music Awards. We think she did a great job, but of course we had to get the scoop on her glamorous hairstyle. Styled by Pantene Celebrity Stylist, Danilo, Ashley's long, wavy locks offered a retro feel with
Suirdale has a long history in the footwear and branded clothing industries having held senior management positions at Burberry, Alfred Dunhill and footwear supplier Lambert Howarth, where he was group supply chain director. He has also worked as an independent brand consultant.
Naruki Shinke, who has been in the managing director position since October 2007, will remain on the board.
The 39-piece womenswear collection went into 39 Topshop stores at 9am and on the chain's website from 6am. This is Kane's third range for Topshop and marks the largest designer collaboration that the young fashion group has commissioned.
The collection features a signature crocodile print dress for ВЈ60 (pictured), reminiscent of Kane's famous gorilla print dress from the spring 09 ready-to-wear collection. Other key
Below are some fast facts and figures about this season's event, which runs from today until Wednesday, September 23, at Somerset House and 180 The Strand:
59 shows will take place over 6 daysThe full presentation schedule will feature 26 designersThis season sees the launch of sponsorship scheme Newgen Men and the first full menswear dayShowroom Sixteen was launched by Austique buyer Jessica Howland in partnership with Katie Canvin,В who owns the indie.
Austique has retailed a small own-label collection for two years to test the market. It features a significant range of dresses and some casualwear. Howland said: “It is a feminine range with lots of
Everyone has heard the old adage "don't wear white after Labor Day," yet this rule is so passe. Don't stick to the old seasonal mores of the past. Fashion icons and chic celebrities aren't a slave to fashion rules and have been spotted in white all year-round, and so can you! Provided you take into account seasonal changes and don't wear the shade head-to-toe, you can wear white as you wish with a few helpful hints.Leg Up - White Pants look 'hot' in the summertime with your tan, but are also
September 23, 2009 by admin
NEW YORK, NY (September 23, 2009)—In an effort to highlight the critical environmental impact of clothing design, leading green design website Inhabitat.com has announced the official launch of its new eco-fashion site, Ecouterre.com. Aiming to dispel the disparaging stereotypes that still cling to “eco fashion” and reverse the frivolous connotation associated with fashion design in general, Ecouterre.com wants to change
Rooted in rock 'n 'roll with a signature sense of humor, Lucky Brand stands for independent thinking, individual style and a feeling as authentic as love. Friends since youth, creators Gene Montesano and Barry Perlman shipped the first order of Lucky Brand in 1990, and have been renowned for their great-fitting, vintage-inspired jeans ever since.
Gene and Barry's life long passions were blue jeans and rock 'n' roll. While experiencing the hippie-counterculture movement in the U.S. in the
September 22, 2009 by admin
Gap Teams Up with Disney Family.com for a Nationwide Search to Find America's Brightest Personalities and Most Adorable Young Faces
SAN FRANCISCO, September 22, 2009 – Gap’s nationwide search for babies and kids with a twinkle in their eye, charm in their smile and an expressive personality to match has officially started. Today Gap launched its fourth annual Gap Casting Call — a nationwide contest to find the next faces
Whoa! This lady is beautiful, “how I wish I can pass a night in that hotel suit” Um! Where did this company find these models to use for their advert? These and many /more are remarks that people make them when they come across good looking pictures. Advertising agencies – particularly have discovered that what initially attracts peoples is a good looking model.
People don't hesitate to
Q. I am an active college student searching for a large stylish bag to hold a couple of books, my school supplies, makeup, etc. Where can I find something large enough that's still trendy and affordable?
A. We found several stylish handbag options to take you from class to shopping to dinner with friends, and
aGwyneth Paltrow was spotted in the ultimate summer uniform: a gray T-shirt, denim cutoffs and flip flops. We don't recommend quite going all the way there, but we do think this look has potential. Oh yeah, we also bought the AG shorts and totally love them.
Bestsellers include minaudières and heels with printed fabric.
Photo By: Thomas Iannaccone/WWD.com
American fashion conscious women are breathing new life into their "aging" wardrobe by updating their accessories more often. Thanks to J Crew's unofficial spokesmodel First Lady Michelle Obama proudly wearing their wares and citing the store as a go-to choice for herself and her daughters the American brand has received and continues to
When the Urban Style Examiner received the invite for last week's Cure, nail and body bar grand opening, she very much anticipated the accompanying shoe trunk show by the SoShoeLite shoe lounge. In a word...fabulous.
Karen Turner owner of the Inman Park shoe lounge, grew up in New York City and has a self professed love for retail. She believes in classic timeless pieces that are actually comfortable.
As more women have embraced wearing the highest of heels, pant inseams have gotten longer to accommodate them. Result: jeans and pants that look absolutely fabulous with stilettos, platforms, wedges and high heel boots. With all this fabulousness in heels, there are STILL times when flats reign the day.
Bristol 6 known for their intimate fixes has developed an easy to apply, no iron tape that is strong enough to
As a former denim designer, the Urban Style Examiner is ALWAYS on the look out for great fitting jeans. She first heard about Cookie Johnson's CJ line while reading Jet a few months ago. Magic Johnson's wife launched her line in February with a small run at Nordstrom Chicago.
Since then, Mrs. Johnson has received rave reviews from customers and denim guru Michael Glasser co-founder
Last year, we reported that flip flops can be bad for your feet, now there are reports that they can actually be bad for your health. New studies reveal that thousands of gross and even deadly bacteria may be lurking at this very moment on your favorite flip flops. Ew. If that isn't enough to make you think
Have you ever thought that how a small piece of cloth around your neck has become so important fashion setter, how it evolve, who made it popular. Most of us are unaware of this thought that modern tie originate form cravat. <a href=”http://www.customsuitsshirts.com/Mens-Ties-orderby0-p-1-c-11.html”>Men’s Dress Ties</a> usually incorporated in formal wears and uniforms. They come in different size, different fabric and different style like bow tie,
While everything from metallics to bright neon colors were seen on the runways for Fall 2009, it was the rosy-gold, post-summer looks that peaked our interest, as it looks like a more natural way to transition into the season. Pink and peach tones create a romantic and soft look when used with bronzes and
Star Trek beauty Zoe Saldana always looks so fresh-faced and glowing without a hint of oily shine, we had to find out how she does it. Turns out, she picked up her favorite beauty tip on the set of one of her first movies, Crossroads (also starring Britney Spears): "Makeup artist, Kimberly Green,
When it comes to our skin, only the best will do. Since we are constantly trying new things, it's really hard for a product to impress us so much we have to declare our love from the rooftops to get our point across. Kiehl's Imperial Body Balm is that incredible product for us at this moment. This
One Tree Hill star, Sophia Bush, at a recent CW event, looked like she stepped out of a different decade...And we love it! These floral and ultra-feminine dresses have a 50s appeal that we really like.
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Q. I have been eyeing a metallic tote to add some dimension to my mostly neutral wardrobe. Would a metallic tote look out of season in the winter? Thanks so much for your help! I love your website!
A. While not as "hot' as they have been in past seasons, there are many gorgeous metallic handbags out there right
Eva Longoria Parker, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Jennifer Morrison (maybe she's Latina..who knows? It's not a prerequisite) and Celebrity Dish newcomer, Selena Gomez all dazzled on the red carpet at the 2009 ALMA (American Latino Media Arts) Awards.
When we think of face primer ingredients, silicone is typically the one that comes to mind first. Such is not the case with Korres Vitamin E Face Primer. This silicone-free primer is 99% natural and acts more like a moisturizer rather than the typical pre-foundation product. We love it's fresh, citrus
By Richard Gray, Science Correspondent
Published: 9:00PM BST 15 Aug 2009
Since the time of the pharaohs, mascara has formed an essential part of many
women's daily beauty regime.
But now researchers have developed a gel which extends the length of time
individual eyelashes grow for before they fall out, leading to longer and
Beauty and Skin: When beauty is skin deep!
One of the most important mineral of all time is water, and drinking lots of water hydrates the hair and skin, leaving your hair and skin looking shiny and supple. When drinking water, your skin looks flawless and your hair looks healthier and longer because of the nutrients that water has.
However, taking good care of your skin is very important and there are many different products to choose from that
The good beauticians vs. The bad beauticians:
Everyone wants and needs a good beautician in their lives, especially if that beautician knows how to do her job.
I know a great beautician by the name of Karyn who loves to tell me her experiences as a hairdresser and says that doing hair is her passion and will not stop until her clients are satisfied with their new look and the many great cuts that she gives them on a daily basis and she said that the
Supercuts does great hair and also gives great haircuts that is always satisfying to the customers.
The workers in Supercuts are kind and well mannered and respect the clients needs and wants when it comes to their hair. So if you want a great haircut that suits your whole look and style, Supercuts is the right place to go.
However, Supercuts have many great hair products to choose from such as Nioxin shampoos and conditioners, they have the tea tree and all
Sonya Dakar's Lip Juice lip moisturizer is our newest fave-- it heals and nurtures lips with olive oil, hemp and Vitamin E and has SPF 15 to help prevent sun damage to the sensitive lip area. The travel-friendly tube goes anywhere (yes, even the smallest clutch), so keeping our lips soft and
By Jennifer Davidson and Monique Hankins
From using Preparation H on puffy eyes, toothpaste on pimples and Crisco on super dry skin, we've heard our share of unusual beauty tricks over the years. But not all secret remedies are wacky, here are a few of our favorites that really work:
1. Avocados not only make a
London –
Burberry returned home to London Tuesday night, Sept. 22, staging the slickest runway show in memory in a local college, as the house unveiled its giant new Thames-side headquarters.
Staged in the Chelsea College of Art and Design, the famed plaid brand's catwalk show was a high wattage event, which attracted the posh, the political and extremely pretty. Sitting front row beside Burberry CEO Angela Ahrendts were Emma Watson, Liv Tyler,
MILAN (Reuters Life!) –
Milan took over the baton for the next leg of the fashion season on Wednesday, kicking off eight days of catwalk shows and presentations, despite a last-minute shuffling of slots that threw organizers into a fluster.
After the catwalk runs in New York and London, Milan is playing host to 97 fashion shows and 93 presentations between September 23 and 30, with designers eager to lift the economic gloom with their womenswear for
As the summer months wind down, there's no need to give up your glow. L'Oreal's New Sublime Bronze Luminous Bronzer Self-Tanning Lotion is your key to a sun-kissed looks even when the sun shines less. Creamy, light, and fast-absorbing, Luminous Glow works instantly, so you can see where you've applied it
I’ve always been a huge fan of Tiffany & Co. I received my first Tiffany blue box when I turned 18 and I’ve already picked out my engagement ring…now I’m just waiting for the man!
Tiffany & Co. has come out with a charming and brand new Keys Collection this April, which was inspired by the company’s archives. According to the website, the exquisitely crafted vintage keys unlocked jewelry and keepsake boxes, albums, diaries and
Even as the US economy is struggling to find its footing, US bound tourists are doing their absolute best to stimulate our economy with one store visit at a time. The flip-side to the weak US dollar is a built-in discount to those with a favorable currency rate.
What are these tourists buying? Well... everything from classic American brands like Polo Ralph Lauren to European iconic brands like Louis Vuitton and Gucci.
Photo by
Angelina Jolie wore a Michael Kors leather number with pocket to the Los Angeles premiere of Inglorious Basterds and we really think she pulls it off better than the model! Better shoes. Better hair. And we really just the it fits her well. She looks like she loved wearing it too, which always helps.
NEW YORK – Kiefer Sutherland's legal troubles for allegedly head-butting a fashion designer in a New York City nightclub are over.
The Manhattan district attorney's spokeswoman said Tuesday that misdemeanor assault charges against the actor are being dropped because the alleged victim wouldn't cooperate with prosecutors.
The star of the Fox TV show "24" was charged in May after designer Jack McCollough said Sutherland head-butted him and
Business; When going into business for yourself is the way to go.
In this day and age, more and more people are going into business for themselves in order to be a more independent individual. The reason why is because when you have a business of your own, no one can't take that away from you no matter what the case maybe because you're basically calling all the shots The first thing when staring any business is to make sure that you have the proper licensing and
To all the women and men out there, have you ever had a thought in your mind that what if a man woke up a woman, and what if a woman woke up a man. That would be amazing because in all actuality, no one wants that, no man or woman.
I asked a man that if he woke up a woman what would he do? He was basically speechless and said he wouldn't know what he would do, especially if he woke up a woman with her period and
Toxic Bachelors: They say that toxic bachelors are usually the corporate doting type and usually go for the beautiful and successful types.
When dealing with a toxic bachelor, women have to deal with the vicious gossip about the man. Now some don't want kids and some do, or will never marry at all.
They're a list of toxic bachelors and they're deadly most of the time and some are just too shallow. Now, most women see the toxic bachelor as a problem, they all take out the same
When you can tell the signs that a woman is not really into you.
Men have you ever been in a relationship with a woman and she's not really showing you any real affection whatsoever, but when you walk down the street with her she constantly looks at other guys. Well that only means that she's not into you at all and she's just pretending just to either get something out the deal or what you can give her financially. But, if she loves holding your hand while walking
LONDON (Reuters Life!) –
London concluded its 25th anniversary fashion week with characteristic eccentricity and fresh optimism about holding on to home-grown talent.
Bright colors and long dresses featured prominently on the catwalks at many of this year's spring/summer shows, with Roksanda Ilincic dreaming up a mermaid-like shimmering green gown and a black suit with oversized conical shoulders.
London's designers are
London –
At London Fashion Week, there's a pleasurable contrast between the truly offbeat and bizarre dreams that inspire designers and the edgily elegant ideas that emerge on the catwalk. This was rarely more true than at the beautiful gingham-and-go Christopher Kane collection, which was inspired by religious cults and sexual repression, shown Monday, Sept. 21.
"It's repressed Lolitas in the Nancy Reagan White House, youthful beauty
LONDON (Reuters Life!) –
Fuchsia, orange, green and other strong colors brightened the collections at London Fashion Week by designers striving to make fashion fun again for women whose mood has been soured by the recession.
Dresses were short and structured or long and flowing, with bursts of purple and neon yellow, while jackets retained the strong shoulder at many of the spring/summer 2010 shows.
"Right now, everyone's
LONDON (Reuters Life!) –
Design duo Clements Ribeiro, who have dressed Madonna and Nicole Kidman, believe fashion is experiencing a period of particular creativity and are beginning to look for investors for their label.
Vogue editor Anna Wintour attended the first public presentation of their relaunched line in a red dress, surveying models in knee-length striped skirts, checkered argyle sweaters and a white princess coat embellished with a black fan
Over-the-Knee Boots
From just over the
London –
Twenty8Twelve, the fashion label of actress Sienna Miller and her sister Savannah, staged its second runway show in London Monday night, Sept. 21, that was a convincingly cool take on at-ease Rock chic glamour.
The Millers explained they were inspired by the famed photography of African youth by Malick SidibГ©, which did seem a little odd, as that Malian photographer is known for his black and white portraits, whereas this spring 2010
In a Sept. 20 story about red-carpet fashions at the Emmy Awards, The Associated Press erroneously reported the designer of Drew Barrymore's gown. It was by Monique Lhuillier, not Raven Kauffman. Kauffman designed her evening bag.
Los Angeles –
Now that Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are the parents of two little girls, it's a rarity to see them together on the red carpet. So when Jen Garner hit Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood on Monday night, Sept. 21, to celebrate the premiere of her new comedy "The Invention of Lying," it was no surprise that she was alone.
Leaving her hubby home with the kids, Garner signed autographs and then greeted her cohorts
Simple was the way to go at Sunday night's Emmys. The main trends we noticed were the simple, "bare" look, nude or rose-colored lips and dewy complexions. Kudos to Blake Lively, Christina Hendricks, Julie Benz, Toni Collette, Ginnifer Goodwin and Jessica Lange. So much makeup inspiration!!
Toxic bosses has become quite common phenomena, be it private office or big business house, if the presence of your superior makes your palpitation rate higher, then my friend it is sign of anxiousness and tension not anything else, and someВ positive step is required to change this problematic situation otherwise situation will worsen day by day.
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Handling such tricky situation is not easy, you have to develop some leadership management traits within you to solve it
By Phong Luu
Published: 12:26PM BST 03 Sep 2009
Notching up its fifth iconic supermodel, Christy Turlington has been unveiled
as the latest star for the Yves
Saint Laurent Manifesto.
Photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, the autumn/winter
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It is true there are many tall and good looking people out there, it is true this kind of people know a how to trust, mesmerizing and walk gracefully. To be an enviable fashion model is not a day's job neither does it require talent alone. They look astonishingly elegant before camera and possess a high sense of fashion
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Getting trained as a fashion model requires
New York –
As the latest fashion week in New York got underway on Thursday, Sept. 10 - over the course of the next week over 200 designers will show their Spring 2010 offerings - the million dollar question facing the fashion industry is, "What will customers buy?"
Vogue's Fashion's Night Out initiative simultaneously kicked off on Thursday night in cities worldwide in an attempt to tantalize and persuade shoppers to buy full-priced
NEW YORK – Marc Jacobs moved fashion toward femininity at New York Fashion Week, even if the other designers who previewed spring collections aren't quite there yet.
His show Monday night, with Madonna in the front row, didn't take a completely new direction from the emerging look of the season, which was already a little softer than fall's warrior. Jacobs just pushed the needle a little farther with lots of ruffles, pearls and even bloomers.
With its broken in leather and slight slouch, this tote presents itself as the perfect everyday companion. The surprisingly versatile ultraviolet hue is a great alternative to the usual
It's a simple idea really. Take a classic little black dress and just add a really coloful clutch. You'll look great, without looking like you're trying to hard. Thanks Freida Pinto for continuing to be awesome. Distinctive and unusual designs from centuries gone by like the dragon and clouds embroideries used on robes meant for emperors are making a come back with modern Chinese clothing. These motifs and designs are beautiful and also symbolize ancient culture. The nine dragon and five cloud design was to bring good fortune to its wearer, and the design still holds it's auspicious significance with modern china. The amalgamation of this modern and ancient apparel, trends and symbolism is
July 15, 2009 by admin
CLEVELAND, July 9 / — Swim trunks designed for women offers a flattering, comfortable fit for all sizes, shapes and ages. A new concept in women’s swimwear has emerged for the 2009 summer season. girltrunks combine the functionality and comfort of a traditional swim trunk, with a stylish flair and flattering fit designed specifically for women of all shapes, sizes and ages. Paired with well-fitting tops in halter and tank styles,
London –
One local designer who has developed something of chic following is Graeme Black, a Scotsman who took a languid jaunt through India in his spring 2010 collection unveiled Sunday, Sept. 20, in London.
Yet Black's haute Hindu couture was far from a literal view of India. His take on the sub-continent is a clash of western tailoring with India exuberance.
The Raj, that peculiarly English term for its time in India, was
Some hot fashion trends made their way to the Emmy Awards Sunday night but stars played it mostly safe with few knockout looks.
The heat in Los Angeles was certainly a factor, with many of TV's top actresses wearing their hair in updos to keep damp locks off their necks.
A very pregnant Heidi Klum certainly kept her cool in a black, formfitting strapless Marchesa gown with a mermaid hemline.
"I wanted something simple because I'm
NEW YORK (Reuters) –
Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel didn't just make beautiful clothes, she also advanced women's rights, says actress Audrey Tautou, who portrays the pioneering French fashion designer in a new film about her early life.
"Coco Before Chanel," which opens in the United States on Friday, tells the story of Chanel's early life growing up in an orphanage, trying to be a singer with her sister, then becoming wealthy
LONDON (Reuters) –
London fashion designers say mass retailers do not necessarily undermine their business and can actually be of help, but acknowledge that they have awakened a desire among shoppers for frequent refreshing of stock.
In the past, luxury labels came up with designs that months later retailers interpreted for the general public.
But with photos available online within minutes of a fashion show ending, stores such as H&M
Ready to go shoe shopping? We've narrowed down this season's most-wanted styles for every budget to help you update your wardrobe with a click of the mouse. In Part 1 of our 3 part series, our favorite platforms, stud-embellished shoes and cut-out ankle boots.
Platforms
Sky high heels and platforms are the
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) –
The red carpet sizzled with heat and color on Sunday as many of television's biggest stars arrived at the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards in bright reds, blues, purple and yellow gowns.
Australian Toni Collette, who nabbed an Emmy for a best actress in a comedy for her role in "United States of Tara," wore a hot pink strapless ruffled gown.
Collette said she was "happy to feel a breeze" as she
American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Amex:APP) yesterday provided an update on the status of its accounting evaluation of the classification of its revolving credit facility as a long-term obligation and certain other balance sheet and cash flow presentation matters in its previously issued consolidated financial statements.
On July 17, 2009, the Company’s management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors determined that the Company will need to restate its previously issued
Deli is among several stores whose Fall collections will be previewed at "Chance" this Thursday, 8/13 at Heaven Nightclub in Pioneer Square.
Dubbed "an evening for the fashion industry," models are invited for free portfolio shots as well.
If you're not familiar with Deli, you can read more about them here, including a interview with owner Max Heigh.
E-mail info (at) deliseattle.com to receive complimentary admission - and be sure to mention you heard
If evening shopping is your thing, be sure to take advantage of Banana Republic's 25% off sale, happening tonight, Thursday 8/13.
For you online shoppers, the coupon code FALLBR goes active at 2pm Pacific time, and will be usable until 8:59PM Pacific. Click here to start your online shopping, and be sure to enter the coupon code FALLBR during the checkout process to save 25% on your entire purchase - excluding gift cards, packaging, applicable taxes or shipping and
VENICE (Hollywood Reporter) –
Designer Tom Ford makes a surprisingly successful leap from the fashion industry to the big screen with "A Single Man," a standout directing debut about a gay college professor who loses his longtime partner.
The theme of the search for meaning after a great loss is developed with great sensitivity, thanks to Colin Firth's moving performance in the main role, and should help the film go beyond gay audiences,
London –
History and modern art mingled in the latest collection by John Rocha, a poetic moment where crown princes, faded gentry, boot boys and femme fatales all appeared.
Rocha, Ireland's most famous designer, has reached a new level of subtle sophistication in his design, especially in this spring 2010 collection where shards of silk georgette creped around goat girl torsos or wedges shoes morphed into dreamlike hoofs or most spectacularly,
New York –
After a long hiatus, Isaac Mizrahi was back in the tents at Bryant Park, the glitziest venue in New York during fashion week, for his Spring 2010 show on Thursday, Sept. 17. And put on a show he did, creating a mini-movie set featuring a staircase, a wind machine, a live jazz band and the most stunning effect of all, an actual spring shower that rained a curtain of water in the middle of the runway.
The clothes - well, they were pretty
NEW YORK (Reuters) –
The Internet and advances in technology are transforming fashion, making it easier for designers to create collections and less expensive for them to show and sell their work, experts say.
Instead of spending tens of thousands of dollars on a runway show at New York Fashion Week, some designers presented collections for spring and summer 2010 online, while others are expanding the reach of their brand by making it easier for shoppers
LONDON – Look out London, Anna Wintour is coming.
The only fashion editor so famous she's been portrayed in two separate movies (one fictionalized, one documentary) is giving London Fashion Week a boost as it opens Friday in its new home, the venerable Somerset House on the River Thames.
The presence of the intimidating, influential editor of Vogue is one more sign that British designers are gaining respect in the fashionista universe, even
NEW YORK – Fashion can't be angry forever. It's an industry that thrives on what's new and what's next, and for spring that means cautious optimism about the economy.
The tough, warriorlike styles in stores now were already on designers' sketch pads when the stock market was at its low point and the presidential election was still a campaign.
But after eight days of previews at New York Fashion Week that ended Thursday night, it's safe to
NEW YORK (Reuters) –
Designers at New York Fashion Week are betting on accessories such as belts, boots, jewelry and even a pearl-studded scrunchy to tempt shoppers during the recession.
It is not just that accessories are a more affordable way for consumers to make a fashion statement, some buyers can also be enticed by one-off investment pieces -- as long as they are unique, experts at New York Fashion Week said.
Accessories sales have
