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Bulgarian Rose in the new perfume by Issey Miyake
The scent of Bulgarian roses will allure you in the new fragrance of the luxury perfume brand Issey Miyake.
In Paris everything is different. Even a cloudy day in November is capturing with a mysterious and enigmatic radiation. Privacy and seduction are the two key words that describe completely new fragrance "L'Eau d'Issey Florale", which was presented in the French capital.
Jakarta Fashion Week 2010/2011
The JFW 2010/11 opened with а show entitled A Tribute to Kebaya, featuring Kebaya, the national dress of Indonesian women as interpreted by more than 20 renowned designers. On Sunday JFW presented a special collection created by one of Indonesia’s brightest talents Oscar Lawalata and British textile designer Laura Miles. Their collection is called Weaving the Future, in which the two designers worked together with traditional textile craftsmen and weavers, including from areas in Eastern Nusa Tenggara as well as other parts in Indonesia such as Garut, West Java.
Carey Mulligan Was Named The Best Dressed British Woman
English actress Carey Mulligan was named the best dressed woman of the year by Harper's Bazaar magazine.
The 25-year-old Oscar-nominated has been admired for her style since she shot to fame in "An Education", and wowed fashion experts at the Oscars when she wore a stunning black Prada gown covered in hundreds of jewels.
According to the magazine, her unique fashion sense has put her a cut above other style icons including Victoria Beckham, who has her own fashion line, and supermodels Kate Moss and Yasmin Le Bon.
Stella McCartney's children's line will finally become available
Stella McCartney's children's line will finally become available in all over the wolrd.
The new collection, specially for children, can be found on the company official website www.stellamccartneykids.com too. It includes babies models and clothes for boys and girls up to 12 years old.
Lviv fashion week Spring/Summer 2011
From October 28 to 31, 2010, Lviv Fashion Week took place in Lviv. Kenzo Takada was the guest of honour of the sixth season. It was the first visit of Mr.Kenzo to Ukraine at the invitation of the Lviv Fashion Week organizers.
Major couturiers along with young budding designers from Ukraine, Belarus, Georgia and Armenia presented their new spring/summer 2011 collections for 4 days.
Belt, encrusted with diamonds from Akillis
In 2009, Gucci took pride in debuting to the fashion world, the world’s most expensive belt. And is the way in the fashion world, it was a given that someone would eventually challenge this feat.
Giving stiff competition to the Gucci belt and vying to become the world’s most expensive belt is this exquisite belt from luxury French jewelry designer Akillis. Retailing at $55,700(£35,560-€40,000), the alligator leather belt with a buckle made from empty Kalasnikov rifle bullets .
Gucci created 3D sunglasses
Italian fashion brand Gucci created the first three-dimensional sunglasses, reported FashionTime.
Gucci's fashion gurus are taking 3D eyewear to the next level with these retro-80s 3D glasses, shaped like aviators, made from black plastic, but offer "optically correct 6-base curved lenses with circular polarized technology".
Kate Moss has created a jewelry line for the chain stores Topshop
Kate Moss has created a jewelry line for the chain stores Topshop and the presentation show will coincide with the latest clothing collection, which will also be the last that the British model creates for the retail chain, informs Philip Green, the owner of Topshop retail chain, one of Kate’s good friends.
The jewelry line designed by Moss includes precious and semi-precious stones.
The latest Lady Dior campaign is titled Lady Grey
The latest Lady Dior campaign, called Lady Grey features the actress Marion Cotillard spotting a different hairstyle in London carrying a grey version of the Lady Dior Cannard bag.
The 4th and last installment of the Dior cinematic campaign was shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott with the French actress standing atop the London Eye Ferris Wheel.
Amy Winehouse presented her first collection for Fred Perry
The British singer Amy Winehouse lunching her long awaited collection for Fred Perry.
The collection is from 16 models, which include skirt in chalk color, rose polo shirt, black and white dress with bare back and a black coat with a belt of roses. The predominanted colors are grey, rose and black and prices vary between 55 pounds (50 euros) for polo shirt and 195 pounds (220 euros) for jacket.
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Panache fragrance inspired by Cyrano de Bergerac
San-Francisco based niche perfume house DelRae have introduced a new unisex fragrance called Panache inspired by the iconic character from Edmond de Rostand play Cyrano de Bergerac.
Top notes are bergamot, pink pepper, ambrette (musk mallow), carribbean magnolia and rum; middle notes are vetiver, oak, ylang-ylang, jasmine and cardamom; base notes are musk, amber, olibanum and white honey.
The most expensive shoes in the world priced at $38,000
At an astronomical price of $38,000 per pair, Italian luxury leather goods label A. Testoni is offering the world’s most expensive pair of men’s dress shoes.
Testoni, founded in Bologna in 1929 by Amedeo Testoni, painstakingly handcrafts the Moro monk-strap model in the world’s finest exotic alligator skin using the techniques of Norvegese, or Norwegian construction, for durability and added water resistance.
Adriana Lima shows off $2 million bra
Brazilian supermodel Adriana Lima presented Victoria’s Secret $2 million Bombshell Fantasy Bra on Wednesday in New York.
The Fantasy Bra, designed by Damiani, is inspired by celestial prints and opulent constellation patterns. It consists of more than 3,000 brilliant cut white diamonds (60 carats in total), light blue sapphires, and oval-shaped topazes (another 82 carats), which are all set in 18 karat white gold.
The most expensive socks in the world sell for $500
After the luxury lingerie brand La Perla presented earlier this month cashmere tights for 120 pounds, the U.S. fashion label Rodarte created the most expensive socks in the world that will sell for $500.
The unsightly multicolour socks, available to buy at New York store Opening eremony, won't even keep you warm this winter, as they are full of holes.
Stylish alligator handbag from Burberry
The oversized handbags may be more comfortable for both work and leisure but sometimes an occasion, or an outfit, calls for a smaller bag that still packs personality. That’s when you go for Burberry’s Alligator Sling Bag ($14,500) - one imposing accessory
The alligator provides nice texture and the beige color provides very warm feeling. The bag is decorated with armour inspired metallic studs, which create a geometric design hemmed with subtle tonal topstitching.
Eco-Friendly Bamboo Watch from Reveal
This smart and elegant Reveal bamboo watch is handcrafted out of natural bamboo and is both a fashionable and environmental watch in one.
Bamboo is ultra durable, it's got none of that strange BPA and phthalate stuff in plastic, it's naturally great looking (no paint needed), and it's the fastest growing woody plant on earth, eager to help eat up carbon dioxide and produce oxygen for us humans.
Thomas Tait announced winner of the Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize
Thomas Tait is the winner of the 2010 Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize. It was awarded last night in The Dorchester’s elegant Orchid Room where an intimate gathering of VIP guests mingled with the celebrated Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize judging panel.
The judges of the inaugural Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize included Manolo Blahnik, the Hon. Daphne Guinness, milliner Stephen Jones, Yasmin Le Bon, Giles Deacon, Vanity Fair contributing editor Elizabeth Saltzman, ES Magazine’s fashion director Gianluca Longo and Bronwyn Cosgrave, chairperson of the Dorchester Collection Fashion Prize.
Jennifer Lopez and her twins will be stars in Gucci Ad
Jennifer Lopez and her twins, Max and Emme, will be the new stars of Gucci's debut childrenswear campaign.
The adverts were shot by famous photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott in Mailbu in July and feature beach side shots of Lopez and her two-year-old twins, decked in the label's apparel and accessories.
According to WWD, Gucci will also make a donation to UNICEF and the Maribel Foundation - a charity founded by Lopez and her sister, Lynda, which raises money for health care for women around the world.
Kate Moss Poses For Vogue Eyewear Spring 2011 Collection
Kate Moss has signed on to be the new face of Vogue Eyewear.
The British model – who has previously appeared in glasses ads for Versace, Yves Saint Laurent and Just Cavalli – will be seen in shots by photographer Mario Testino in spring 2011.
36- year-old Kate replaces Brazilian beauty Gisele in the campaign, which will also feature a selection of four sunglasses and two optical frames chosen by the model named Kate’s Favourites.
Hetty Rose launched RTW collection at the Fashion Lounge event for London Fashion Week 2010
Bespoke shoe designer Hetty Rose launched her first ever Ready to Wear collection for London Fashion Week.
The Ready to Wear collection will be available to buy from October this year. Customers will be able to purchase shoes from www.hettyrose.co.uk, selective boutiques in the UK and internationally. The key classic and top selling styles, which include Mika, Yuki, Kiki, Haruka and Mami, have been selected as part of the collection. In the future the collections will include more accessories; such as bags, interiors, baby shoes and men’s ties. Prices currently start at £150 for a pair of shoes.
Eco-friendly custom jewelry by Donna Distefano
Donna Distefano's jewelry line features gorgeous gems created without unnecessary environmental destruction and without human rights violations.
The Fair Trade-certified pieces are custom-made and hand-wrought in the New York studio of the company with eco-friendly refining, substance purification, and recycled metals.
Esquire created atlas with the sexiest women in the world
The men’s magazine Esquire prepared a world atlas with the most beautiful and sexy women in the world. It featured beauties from 195 countries.
The Atlas of the sexiest women alive, according to American publication entitled literally, from princesses to include models, singers, showgirls, dancers, athletes, writers, journalists, wives of presidents, misses, first etc etc ministers and deputies.
Collection 2011 by Israeli brand "My Lady" can be found in the boutiques of Bridal Fashion
Israeli exclusive brand My Lady Haute Couture presented its latest collection at the wedding fair in Milan at the end of June. Official representative of the brand for our country is Bridal Fashion – representative for Bulgaria of world famous brands Pronovias Fashion Group, Elie by Elie Saab, Valentino sposa, Enzoani, Maggie Sottero and more recently of Atelier Aimee.
Botox could be used to treat depression
Researchers found that Botox injections, which smooth out facial lines by partially freezing muscles, also have uplifting side effects that make patients smile.
Psychologists studied 25 people – 12 of whom had Botox injections to the forehead, while the rest had fillers, peals or cosmetic treatments.
All the participants completed a mood questionnaire at least two weeks later.
J. Crew fashion house introduces tights that look like hairy legs
Are you interested in looking like you haven't shaved your legs in weeks? Well, then your in luck, because J Crew has a new pair of tights that will do just that.
These tights replicate the exact texture and appearance of super-hairy legs. They are actually a lace mash up of floral patterns but from a far they make the model look as though she has very hairy, unshaven legs.
Victoria’s Secret introduces "Sexy Little Fantasies" Halloween costume collection
American "Halloween" has spread in many countries. Hundreds of people each year, think what to wear in the scary night.
This year the fashion brand Victoria’s Secret has introduced a line of Halloween costumes, at last, called the "Sexy Little Fantasies" collection.
One of the sizzling Victoria’s Secret angels, Candice Swanepoel, has done Victoria’s Secret Halloween Lingerie Photo shoot.
Ralph Lauren launches UK shopping website
Polo Ralph Lauren has announced that it will further extend its e-commerce reach with the launch of Ralphlauren.com in the UK.
The site will offer consumers a UK destination to buy the clothes brand online. Previously, it was not possible to buy Ralph Lauren goods this way unless the customer had a US address. All of Ralph Lauren’s lines will be available to purchase, including menswear, womenswear, childrenswear and the home collection.
Heidi Klum to host new reality show
The world-famous model Heidi Klum has signed a new contract with the fashion brand Ann Taylor and announced plans for a new TV show.
37-year-old Heidi Klum after giving up her career as a Victoria Secret model, is all set to enjoy the new opportunity as a TV show host. The model will host the 20 half-hour episodes of her new show, titled "Seriously Funny Kids", which will be produced by LMNO Productions with Heidi Klum.
Autumn collection of Faberge
Autumn has already begun and that means it is time to find the perfect brooch to adorn your trench or some glittery rings to add sparkle to your autumn colors.
Faberge jewelry house is known for its refined products for over a century.
Jeweler, Carl Faberge, together with his assistant made a total of 68 jewelery in the shape of an egg in the period 1885-1917. The majority of these were miniature ones that were popular gifts at Eastertide.
Art Week Style.Uz 2010 - the fashion and art event in Central Asia
Art Week Style.Uz takes place from 9 to 14 October in
Tashkent,
Uzbekistan. Many famous designers presented their collections, such as the French fashion label Balmain,
the Spanish designer AGATHA RUIZ DE LA PRADA , Max Mara etc.
The event also hosted several master classes - Master class by SALVATORE FERRAGAMO (Italy),
Master class by LONDON COLLEGE OF FASHION, exhibitions and concerts.
Art Week Style.Uz is the most high profile fashion and art event in Central Asia, which is truly recognized as one of the best events showcasing the entire versatility of traditional and contemporary Central Asian art, culture, music and fashion.
Style.Uz project is a crossroads of arts, traditions and modernity. For four years now the Week impresses with its scale and dynamics, variety of its events and attracts more and more attention of the world’s most famous figures. The concept of the Art Week is completely different from that of fashion-week, because it compiles painting and antique exhibitions, auctions, presentations, National Dress Festival, fashion shows by Uzbek and foreign designers, master classes by experts from different fields of arts, charity concerts.
Nancy Gonzalez Woven Crocodile Shoulder Bag
There is no doubt that Nancy Gonzalez designs unforgettably beautiful handbags. From the craftsmanship, to her choice of exotic leather, color, details and silhouette – it all comes perfectly together to create a bag that the consumer can literally wear forever.
Its eye popping burnt orange crocodile leather is suitable throughout the year and given the size, you can fit many personal items while the bag maintains its shape.
Anja Rubik is the face of the new MANGO catalogue
Polish model Anja Rubik is the face of the new MANGO catalogue in which she poses in a totally natural way and reveals her feminine side, reflects the MANGO woman, urban and carefree, yet always elegant, sophisticated and wearing the latest trends.
The campaign by Terry Richardson will appear in Spain and France in magazines, exterior advertising, online and in cinemas.
Sheepskin is in fashion this winter
Warm sheepskin is the hottest fashion trend this winter.
The clothes and boots made by real sheepskin are water resistant, breathable and warm, standing up to all weather conditions.
Leather gloves, wide belts, hats and shoulder bags are among the most fashionable trends in the upcoming winter season.
Rachel Weisz Is The New Face Of L'Oreal
Actress Rachel Weisz has been named the face of L'Oreal.
She will be representing the brand's skincare and beauty lines worldwide. Her skincare ads for the company will begin to roll out in November, with makeup ads following in the spring. Unfortunately, her ads will not be airing in the US.
Rachel Weisz said, "I am honored to be the new ambassador of L'Oreal Paris, which values both beauty and diversity."
Kenzo created a luxurious line of cell phone accessories
Storied Japanese label Kenzo is the latest high-end retailer to launch a line of stylish phone accessories, following in the footsteps of Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Gucci and Hermès. As fashionistas increasingly demand designer cases for their iPhones and BlackBerries, luxury houses are cashing in on the trend.
ModeLabs, a French manufacturer and distributor of mobile phones and related accessories with operations in France, China, Hong Kong, Italy, the UK and US, is partnering with Kenzo to manufacture a line of chic yet affordable phone cases that will debut this December.
Fashion from Bosnia and Herzegovina presented in Lisbon
The fashion designer from Bosnia and Herzegovina Lidija Kolovrat presented with great success her collection on the third day of Mercado da Ribeira Fashion Week in Lisbon.
The designer presents her thoughts on gravity, as if falling from a 79-story building. A "free fall" creates wobble and unexpected movement. Playing with pixel scale transforms the image of distance.
The overcoat is one of the key trends for men this autumn
In the autumn men should have several basic clothes in their wardrobe to remain stylish and elegant at any time. This year these clothes are the woolen gilets and the overcoats.
The overcoat is a true classic for every man, perfect for both autumn and spring. It can be combined with jeans, suits and sweaters.
Marc Jacobs admits he needs ''stimulation'' when it comes to work
Marc Jacobs admits he needs ''stimulation'' when it comes to his designs, as he can't create masterpieces out of a ''blank piece of paper''.
Marc Jacobs needs "stimulation" to be a successful.
The fashion designer - who is creative designer for French luxury label Louis Vuitton - admitted he finds it difficult to create pieces from just a "blank piece of paper", and so he seeks inspiration from various facets of his life.
Heidi Klum has launched her debut fashion collection in New York.
Heidi Klum has unveiled her first fashion collection in collaboration with New Balance in New York.
The German supermodel wore one of her own dresses to the launch of the range in conjunction with New Balance - which includes tunics, tops and leggings - although she is most proud of the basics the set provides.
FashionPhilosophyFashion Week Poland will present spring-summer 2011 trends
FashionPhilosophyFashion Week Poland is the greatest, periodical fashion event In Poland. This autumn we are going to present spring-summer 2011 trends. FashionPhilosophy confronts Polish market with foreign clothing industry.
Informs and inspires designers. Fashion Week is also a platform of communication for the branch managers, technologists, producers, stylists, media reps, fashion agents and traders. It supports cooperation, fusion and transfer.
Bloom and Theron have been announced as the new faces of Japanese fashion brand
Charlize Theron and Orlando Bloom have been announced as the new faces of Japanese fashion brand Uniqlo.
The Japanese fashion retailer has named the stars as the global brand ambassadors for its new 'Made For All' collection.
The pair will promote the company's new tagline, which focuses on its commitment to providing clothing for everyone, regardless of nationality, age, occupation or gender, with the new advertising campaign expected to be unveiled in the autumn.
Attracive creactions at Belarus Fashion Week
Eccentric and unconventional models triumphed on the catwalk in Minsk during the fashion week in Belarus.
Over 70 representatives of major stores and boutiques of Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, Lithuania, and Poland have come to attend the Belarusian Fashion Week. Director of the project Yanina Goncharova told the press conference that was held to highlight the opening of the first Belarusian Fashion Week.
Sarah Burton remains faithful to McQueen in fashion debut
Sarah Burton had big boots to fill when she took up Alexander McQueen's mantle in May but she rose up to the challenge with her first solo collection presented at Paris fashion week on Tuesday, critics said.
Burton, who was McQueen's right hand woman before he committed suicide in February, had four months to produce and present a spring/summer collection and many wondered if she would remain faithful to the McQueen spirit and codes. Which she clearly did.
Amy to turn model for clothing line
Singer Amy Winehouse is set to turn model for her new clothing line - Fred Perry.
Winehouse has been working with executives at the label to produce her own range, which includes coats, shirts and skirts. She will herself model the designs in the November issue of Britain's Glamour magazine.
Seriously sexy at Yves Saint Laurent
Razor-sharp tailoring versus playful big bows, sturdy fabrics versus ultra-fine silks: designer Stefano Pilati walked a line between stern and sexy with his summer look for Yves Saint Laurent on Monday.
Top model Claudia Schiffer and Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood were among the celebrities in the event that took place under the ornate ceilings of a private Paris mansion as the venerable house unveiled its ready-to-wear look for summer 2011.
Eva Longoria: My new perfume is sexy
Actor Eva Longoria Parker says her perfume, Eva by Eva Longoria , is the perfect thing to attract a man.
The Desperate Housewives star launched her debut fragrance in April and believes men all over the world will love the scent and want their partners to wear it all the time.
“I want him to devour the woman that’s smelling my fragrance. If he smells my fragrance he should jump on that woman,” Eva said.
Penelope Cruz posed pregnant for Vogue
Penelope Cruz was in Madrid to pose for Vogue magazine, before the camera of famous photographer Peter Lindberg.
She posed pregnant, as did other celebrities like Demi Moore, Claudia Schiffer and Britney Spears. It is not known whether she will appear naked like the others or not, but the photos of Penelope are unpationately expected in the magazine.
Rumors about a possible pregnancy of the actress began circulating this year, after the appearance of some of her photos and the announcement of her marriage with actor Javier Bardem in July in the Bahamas.
Style and latest trends dominated the Fashion Fair in Poznań
The Fashion Fair in Poznań consisted of four complementary showrooms where you could find a review of all the fashion market sectors. The newest designs from the collections of almost 400 Polish and foreignprêt-à-porter brands, footwear, underwear, swimming suits and accessories were presented. In quiet showrooms, where the exhibitors presented their offers and business talks were held for three days. Among almost 5 thousand registered visitors you could come across Grażyna Hase, the designer, or Miss Polonia 2009 - Maria Nowakowska.
Sheer fabrics and retro-futuristic silhouettes at Paris fashion week
Young Portuguese designer Felipe Oliveira Baptista, who was recently tapped by French sportswear giant Lacoste, featured retro-futuristic silhouettes in his collection, with second-skin leotards with lozenge-shaped cutouts and sheath dresses with scythe-shaped appliqués.
The designer provided plenty to mull over by tempering his conceptual leanings to focus on clean separates with a sporty bent.