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An Exciting Evening at the Embassy of BulgariaProfessionals in the City, a Washington, DC-based organization with over 100,000 members, hosts a myriad of social events, from sunset kayaking to Carnaval 2008 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
On July 27, Pros in the City hosted “An Exciting Evening at the Embassy of Bulgaria” in the Nation’s Capital (USA) at the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria. Guests were welcomed by a delightful embassy staff and ushered into a sizable room decorated with Bulgarian artifacts, where a buffet-style dinner of ethnic cuisine was tastefully presented.
Tremendous applause for the catwalk show of Markam Fashion during the Fashion Premiere in Salzburg
The premiere of the new Spring 2008 collection of MARKAM FASHION had an enormous success during the exhibition in Salzburg.
In the fashionable arena in the city of Mozart MARKAM FASHION participated for the first time and was the only Bulgarian company there.
Тhe international audience gave a hearty welcome to the new fashion collection of MARKAM FASHION, which was appraised as highly successful.
The international audience gave a hearty welcome to the new fashion collection of MARKAM FASHION, which was appraised as highly successful.
A new online magazine is born: Fashion Lifestyle Magazine
On 1 August 2007 was officially announced the start of the electronic magazine for fashion and lifestyle “Fashion Lifestyle Magazine”. Editor-in-chief is Assoc. prof. Dr. Lubomir Stoykov. The online magazine is published by the consultancy house "Ot igla do konetz" and Fashion.bg Ltd., the owner and publisher of the biggest Bulgarian fashion directory Fashion.BG managed by Mrs. Silvia Kabaivanova, who is the managing editor of the new editorial.
Show me your... "SLOGGI"!
“Sloggi” decided to make a quest for the worlds most beautiful bottom. The beginning of the competition in Bulgaria was announced at a press conference, where Mrs. Dora Black - General manager of "Triumph Bulgaria" declared the aims of the campaign.
The best male and female bottom in the world quest “Show me your sloggi” will win a cash prize of 10,000 euros each and a lucrative modelling contract, as well as an insurance for their bottoms.
In the start of the competition in Bulgaria took part the girls and boys from the “New X” ballet, who presented the newest autumn collection underwear and swimwear accompanied by the “Sloggi” song.
Stephan University - the French practical training for hairdresser styling comes in Bulgaria
Stephan University will open doors in Sofia in October. The event will be promoted with an unique hairdresser show. One of the most famous Bulgarian hairdressesr Vasil Mihaylov will be the art manager of the school. His team will pass the special teacher training in France.
“Hair-do is a matter of style”. That's the motto of the French brand and it will be a daily-round for all the hair-dressers who will take part in the training.
Cveti Dilcheva - the top-model of Evromodels fashion agency became a reporter of the high-life TV show “Elit”
The popular high life TV show "Elit" chose its new reporter, the beauty of Evromodels fashion agency Cveti Dilcheva.
She is known as a winner of the model competitions "Miss Retro Sofia" and Evromodels 2007 where she won the prize of the audience.
But Cveti is more popular as one of the finalists in Slavi Trifonov's TV show "Krasavicata i otlichnikat".
Elegant and beautiful with the new fashion collection of Atelier SIMON
The newest collection of Atelier SIMON can meet the requirements of the most demanding ladies. Elegant line and perfect outline are the main characteristics of SIMON collections. But now there is more grace due to the usage of high-quality materials made by the most prestigious European factories.
More glamour, magnificence and chic bring the wealthy decorations with Swarovski crystals.
We look forward to see the new jewelery collection of fashion designer Gergana Simeonova which will be made by pearls and Swarovski crystals.
The Opera prima Anna Veleva will conquer the world stages with the exclusive clothes of MARKAM FASHION
The thriving company MARKAM FASHION for lady’s clothing from Ruse, Bulgaria, recently offered a contract to Anna Veleva, who is the new Bulgarian sensation in America, Japan and Europe.
The design of dresses is created by Nikolay Buzov, a chief designer of MARKAM and the fabrics are pure silk, chiffon, laces and organza.
It is a special challenge for me and a great inspiration as well to draw the sketches, the projects of the stage vision of a woman, endowed with voice, beauty and charisma that charm”, shares Nikolay Buzov. For Anna I bring together CLASSIC and FASHION, EXQUISITENESS and POWER, VANITY AND SPIRIT!
Cat Deluxe At Night - more than a perfume
Naomi Campbell introduced her new perfume Cat Deluxe at Night, the late night glamour version of 2006's Cat Deluxe.
Cat Deluxe at Night opens on a fruit cocktail of black currant, pear and exotic fruits, followed by cyclamen, peony, cotton blossom, precious woods and amber.
Naomi Campbell Cat Deluxe at Night is available in 30 and 50 ml Eau de Toilette, 30 ml Eau de Parfum and matching body products.
Markam fashion Hot Spot Contracting for Spring and Summer 2008 collections
MARKAM FASHION will present its new lines of Spring 2008 collection at the fairs in Amsterdam (The Netherlands), Düsseldorf (Germany), Vienna (Austria), Salzburg (Austria), Brno (Czech Republic), Moscow (Russia), Sofia (Bulgaria).
MARKAM FASHION will show for the first time the Summer 2008 collection at the fairs in Moscow (Russa) 04.09 – 07.09.07 and Sofia (Bulgaria) 04.10 – 06.10.07.
MARKAM’s Hot Spots in contracting: indisputably superb quality for its clients and profitable relationship with its partners!
The most famous Bulgarian top models took part in “Forum Bulgarian Fashion 2007”
Forum Bulgarian Fashion 2007 traditionally was held in the resort St. Konstantin and Elena at the hotel complex “St. Elias”.
The most famous Bulgarian models as Magi Zhelyazkova, Tedi Velinova, Violeta Zdravkova, Jasmina from the Nova TV show “Deal or not”, Boryana Shehtova took part in the fashion show. All they have presented formal dresses, every-day apparel and swimwear of top fashion brands.
The famous top model Iren Onteva led the fashion show.
Fashion designer Alya Milusheva presents the collection "White Confession"
Fashion designer Alya Milusheva has told a fantastic bridal fairy-tale with her new VIP collection presented in Lozenetz residence on the last day of May.
The new collection „White Confession“ interprets a legend about love and the magic of the wedding dress. Every taken shot of a dress was matching to the look of model who had worn it. The wicked seductiveness of Magi, the charm of Aksinia, the subduing innocence of Dilyana, the graceful sex-appeal of Yulia and the tempting charm of Desi were revealed and confessed in the bridal beauty and brilliance.
Fresh summer fashion on the stage of bTV fashion show Mirrors
The studio of the bTV fashion show "Mirrors" turned into a glorious stage where the most trendy solutions for this summer season were presented. They were designed by many and famous Bulgarian and foreign brands.
This fresh and colorful fashion show was a part of the "Golden needle" gala-eve held by the Bulgarian Fashion Academy.
In a couple of articles we will introduce you to some of the most interesting fashion trends.
Bulgaria Was One of Europe’s Fastest Growing Apparel Producers in 2006
Bulgaria was one of Europe’s fastest growing apparel producers in 2006. However, most of the textile and apparel sector is in need of investment. There are a handful of modern manufacturers, many of whom are owned by foreign companies. But the vast majority of companies are small to medium sized enterprises which are already operating at full capacity. These firms face a number of obstacles to growth, most notably a lack of added value and a limited supply of short-term finance. Now that Bulgaria is a member of the EU, the industry faces a number of opportunities for development, spurred by: easier access to the EU, its largest export market; harmonised legislation with the EU; improved opportunities for training and networking; a fixed exchange rate against the euro; reductions in the grey economy, in working practices and in corruption; better availability of short-term finance for capacity expansion and modernisation of technology; improved attractiveness to potential investors; an increase in the number of jobs; and higher labour productivity.
"Galinel" held a "Gipsy wedding" fashion show on the stage of the Ancient Theatre
On the 31st of May “Galinel” Fashion House held a real “Gipsy wedding” on the stage of the Ancient Theatre. The elegant dresses of the Company’s new collection glittered against the background of the stage of the ancient ruins turned into a Gipsy camp for the show. The ovations went to the typical full-length Gipsy skirts presented by the top-models Iren Onteva and Violeta Zdravkova.
Golden flax, 100% tiger silk and over 200-year-old jewelry from Uzbekistan. “Batwing” tunics with hand-encrusted accessories filled with the Gipsy spirit of old times and short trousers with sports pockets reminiscent of adventures … “Gipsy” skirts, made of over 25 meters of 100% silk, catching the slightest possible puff of wind and elastic bodies, subsequently decorated with embroidery and elements of ancient times, executed in “absurd” color combinations – lilac and emerald, crimson and violet…
IXTYS dedicates collection “Faith” to the Bulgarian nurses in Libya
The collection consists of 15 models and it is resolved in the so modern for Autumn /Winter 2007-2008 graphic combination of black and white.
The main characteristic of "Faith" is the incorporation of the jewelry into the dresses. Accessory and garment become a whole.
The abundance of strings of beads aims to provoke the notion of an open old Bulgarian chest.
The embroidered crosses hung from the dresses express and underline the concept in a subtle contemporary way.
Golden Needle fashion Awards 2006 – prestigeous and unique
For the 13th time the Bulgarian Fashion Academy bestowed the prestigeous Golden needle awards 2006. The event was held on an official gala-eve where fashion and TV shook hands.
The ceremony was held at the studio of the popular bTV fashion show „Ogledala“ (Mirrors).
Albena Aleksandrova won for the 3rd time the Golden needle prize, awarded by the Bulgarian Fashion Academy. Such was the conclusion when the direct electronic voting of the 36 jury members was closed. Voting results were certified by notary Aksenia Monova.
Five boutiques in Viena ordered garments from MARKAM Fashion for Spring/Summer 2007
At the exhibition that took place from 4 to 7 May, on which many world known companies participated, including Betty Barcley, Gerry Weber, Tom Tailor etc.
The orders include garments from the collection Spring/Summer 2007.
The production of fashion clothing under the brand of MARKAM starts in the beginning of 1990. Today the company is one of the biggest producers of high quality ladies’ wear in Bulgaria.
The business world of Diana Lirot
DIANA LIROT opened its new representative boutique at 82 Vitosha Blvd. in Sofia. The fashionable dictator Evgeni Minchev, the TV leader Desislava Banova, Mrs. World 2004 Rumiana Marinova, the TV leader of Labirinth Simona, the folk diva Andrea and many business ladies were guests of the event.
The suits of Diana Lirot were presented by the models from the BG Models agency.
DIANA LIROT is specialised in the manufacturing of suits for the business woman. It works with high quality materials and follows closely the fashion trends.
We invite you to the 2nd edition of “Moda Salonica”
Leading companies, manufacturers and importers of ready-made clothes, accessories and faux bijoux participate in the largest fashion event in Salonica presenting their collections for Autumn - Winter 2007/2008.
Fashion News S.A. in cooperation with HELEXPO organizes the fair, with the support the Chamber of Small and Medium Sized Industries of Salonica.
This event provides immediate information of the fashion trends in women’s wear, men’s wear, and casual wear as long as the fashion trends for the accessories and faux-bijoux.
What is Haute Couture?
Haute couture refers to the designing, creating, and selling exclusive custom-made, high fashion women's clothes.
The term "haute couture" comes from the French language. Haute means "high" or "elegant", Couture means "sewing" or "dressmaking".
A business must be a member of the Syndical Chamber for Haute Couture in Paris, which is regulated by the French Department of Industry, in order to be called a haute couture house.
Originally referred to French fashion and in France, now the term Haute Couture is also used loosely to describe all high-fashion custom-fitted clothing.
Tiago Silva entered in the role of a fashion model
The most expensive football player in Bulgaria - Tiago Silva from Brazil, who will play in the Italy next season, was the attraction in the show for the opening of the new shop Bobo Zander sport, situated in the prestigeous shopping center TZUM.
He entered the role of a model together with the girls from "Ogledala" and received the applause of the guests of the event.
The messages of “MARKAM FASHION” for season spring/summer 2008
The messages of “MARKAM FASHION” for season spring/summer 2008 are already clear!
Perfect clarity of the line, modern, dynamic silhouette, minimalism and exact aesthetic measure in detail!
Inspired by antiquity, dresses are major accent for this season. They come with different silhouettes, strongly draped, asymmetric, in "A" and "H" lines.
The colours and fabrics are refined, clean and raised, like the sparkling colour of champagne with the aroma of REAL TRIUMPH.
Five of the most wanted Bulgarian women defiled with dresses, inspired by the five-star AVON cosmetics
Five of the most wanted Bulgarian women awarded with the prize "Miss" have presented the unique collection of AvonStyle. The collection was dedicated to the newest five-star Avon cosmetics.
The winners of Miss Bulgaria, Miss Universe and Miss Europe who took part at the fashion show were: Tanya Karabelova, Rositsa Ivanova and Yulia Yurevich. They presented 15 dresses of young Bulgarian designers. The young talented designers were chosen among all the participants in a competition of "AvonStyle Academy". Their unique models were inspired by the moto of the most luxurious Avon cosmetics "The real woman beauty is hidden in her individual style".
The winners of "Zlatna igla 2006" (Golden needle 2006) award are already known
Albena Aleksandrova won for the 3rd time Golden needle prize awarded by the Bulgarian Fashion Academy.
This was the conclusion when the direct electronic voting of the 36 jury members was closed.
The other winners are:
"Zebra" - for the fashion house of the year; Angel Tsvetanov – for the fashion photographer of the year; Kiril Chalakov – for the make-up of the year and the pop singer Irina Florin – for the most successful debut of the 2006th.
Virginia Zdravkova and KWIAT promote 25 models of sunglasses in three continents
The summer accessories are a combination of fashion style and high technology.
Virginia Zdravkova and KWIAT Company made the first Bulgarian collection of sunglasses.
This accessory fashion line includes 25 models of completely different sunglasses.
They are a perfect combination of fashion style and high quality. The collection was designed for people seeking not only high-technology workmanship but stylish aesthetics as well.
Wonderbra effects applied to the corsets in the new prom collection by TANI
The new fashion line TN Fashion by TANI will be a pleasant surprise for the girls that finish school this year.
It brings a brand new taste by using the wonderba effect in the corsets design. The effect is achieved by delicate lifting, shaping and visual enlarging of the bosom. This gives the advantage of no need to go searching the most appropriate bra for the feast night.
The accents in the new graduation collection of this Bulgarian fashion house are deep necklines, naked backs, high slashes, dresses and corsets shaping the silhouette, multi-hemlines, asymmetry as well as the so-called lingings – a revived element back to the 80s fashion style.
Celebrating a 100 years of the bra
When you think about the bra your mind conjures up an array
of images. Who can forget Jean Paul Gautier’s creation for
Madonna’s Blonde Ambition Tour? A fashion defining moment
where the bra was transformed from underwear to outerwear.
There is no doubting we have come a long way since throwing
off the constraints of corsetry a hundred years ago but British women
still haven't got the right support from their
bras or from their men! New research reveals half of British
men have no idea what size their women wear in the bra department and
over 600,000 ladies want a remote control bra to help their
boyfriends' pinging power during a night of passion.
GALINEL – prom dresses collection
THE PARTY GIRL
You are the heart of the company. In your company no one never is bored, for your friends you are crazy, wild, unpredictable…
This for sure is not scaring you, you know that you are different, but what is better than that?!
You are used to be always in the middle of the attention of the others, this is not intentional, but always happens.
I recommend you the hit of the season – the gold color. Here is the moment to calm you down – it doesn’t matter how tall, thin, brown or blond are you.
Charity fashion show of Markam
On March 15th from 18.00 o’clock, in the conference hall “Sredets” in “Sheraton” hotel, Fashion house “MARKAM” presented its new collection “Autumn-Winter 07/08”.
At the charity, which was held under the patronage of Mrs. Tsvetanka Kalfin, special participation took the violin player Ivan Staykov. He is the first musician in a charity campaign for helping talented young people, which MARKAM organizes.
Dress your personality!
This will find every Bulgarian woman in the summer collection of „Arda-Rousse“.
It is a new collection combining body comfort, attractive prices and personal conformity.
The collection includes clothes for everybody. Every woman could find her own fashion style:
* „Arda-Sport“ fashion line proposes sports and colourful style
Be eccentric at your prom with Charlino's dresses
Parvoleta Ivanova - Leticia presented her newest collection Spring-Summer 2007 for Charlino fashion House.
The event was held on the eve of March, 8th at Charlino-Plaza Hotel in Ruse.
The elegant dresses were also presented on March, 11 at the National Palace of Culture in Sofia.
Once again Bulgarian dress at the Oscars
For the 2nd year in a row Bulgarian dress was worn at the Oscars Academy Awards ceremony. Once again it is designed by Virginia Zdravkova.
Sharon Waxman walked along the red carpet wearing it.
She is one of the most competent American observers. Since 2003 she is The New York Times correspondent for Hollywood. Waxman's is an influential and independent voice of the American film industry. Besides the Oscars she observes the biggest film festivals such as Sundance and Golden Globe Awards.
Shop online for designer brands
Offering designer brands including Ted Baker, Calvin Klein and Simon Carter, KJ Beckett specialises in accessories for men such as wallets, cufflinks, silk ties, fragrances, underwear, collar stays, and is renowned for its knitted ties and socks.
Urban style obsesses sports fashion
For the first time sports fashion company Bapa Sport invites a Bulgarian fashion designer for working out an elegant fashion line aimed at refreshing the company style.
Bapa Sport turned its attention to Milka Aleksandrova – Buchi who is a bearer of many nominations for „Zlatna igla“ (Golden needle) awards of Bulgarian Fashion Academy.
She presented her newest collection for Bapa Sport on February, 15th in the Central Military Club – Sofia.
Swarovski - crystals for all tastes
Swarowski is a luxury brand of crystals produced by Swarovski AG. In 1892 Daniel Swarovski inventented his automatic cutting machine and patented it. In 1895 he founded his family-owned company with the assistance of Franz Weis and Armand Kossmann.
In order to create a crystal that allows light to refract in a rainbow spectrum, Swarovski coats some of its crystals with special metallic chemical coatings.
Eucerin Anti-Redness relieves red face
In order to answer the specific needs of the consumers with sensitive and prone to redness skin, the science center of Eucerin® developed a new line of products Eucerin® Anti-Redness.
The products contain the active ingredient Licochalcone and correcting pigments, which relieve redness and give an even tan of the face. Licochalcone A, derived from the root extract of the licorice plant Glycyrrhiza inflata inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines, eicosanoids and reactive oxygen species in a number of human skin cells.
Bulgarian Fashion in the heart of Vienna
The creative tandem Bilyana and Petar living and working in Vienna, will open their first atelier in the downtown of the Austrian capital city.
Both Bulgarian designers are known as “Bipone“.
The opening date is February, 15th. All the connoisseurs of this fashion tandem will take the chance to visit „Bipone Design Atelier“ where they will find unique, hand-made toilets.
ARISTON S got together Jeni Jivkova and Gala
For the first time one Bulgarian fashion brand, namely ARISTON S, dared to get together so much famous people among the Bulgarian high life and also provoked so big media interest. During the press conference Nikolay Sinabov, the General Manager, announced the forthcoming company projects. He proclaims the intention to work together with the top-designer Jeni Jivkova and Gala – the fascinating top-leading face of „You have mail“ show on Nova TV.
Fashion show of SVATBA magazine
A unique review of wedding and official toilets in Bulgaria was held by "SVATBA" magazine. Participants were various – from Bulgarian designers and fashion companies all over the country to the importers of world famous trademarks of wedding dresses.
All they presented the newest fashion trends in wedding outline, colours and accessories. This year the fashion stage gathered the following fashion companies: ODETA Fashion House – „Wild orchid“ Collection of designers Donka and Valeria Lazarchevi.
Shaker ADV presents the hats that obsessed the whole Europe
Collection ATLANTIS – this is a way of life for the contemporary man, in all seasons, in every moment during the day.
Collection KEYONE – the real top of the dressing!
Collection TARGET – the fashion in advertising!
Atlantis, Keyone accessories. The production of the Italian company MASTER ITALIA is already presented on our market as well after the lightning recognition, which it received at the biggest trade exhibitions in Europe.
Virginia Zdravkova already has her own jeans & glasses fashion line
Admirers of fashion and unique design saw a world-class fashion show in Hall 3 of National Palace of Culture on January 23rd, 2007.
Our famous fashion designer Virginia Zdravkova presented her newest Haute couture collection Silk Touch – bridal and formal toilets for the Autumn-Winter season 2007/2008.
She also presented for the first time the collection VZ Virginia Jeans as well a new line of sun-glasses Virginia by Kwiat.
DEBORA charmed Bulgaria
Bulgarians, who appreciate the quality cosmetics have a new ally. The newest revolutionary products of the Italian brand name "Debora" can already be found in the luxury shops. The trademark is also known as the cosmetics of "Miss Italy", since the winners in the prestigious competition have the privilege of presenting the products of the famous brand name. “Everet Sofia” - official distributor of "Debora" in Bulgaria chose an original way to present the hot trends in make up according to the Italian specialists.
Dolce Vita
Every little girl’s dream is to become a princess when she grows up. This dream comes true with Dolce Vita, a collection designed by Polia Milanova. This stylish collection of 30 wedding and formal dresses provokes the fantasy with sheer, gauzy and discreetly bared materials. The dresses are bare-back with deep slashes highlighting the femininity. Original ideas combining exclusive materials with elegant patterns and workmanship make the collection impressive and memorable. Colourful nuances of green, reseda, gold, coral, orange, beige, cappuccino and rum as well their non-standard combination give regal look, splendour and romantic sense.
Barby dolls dressed by designers from Bulgaria
Designers from Bulgaria created unique toilets for Barby doll. The dresses were shown on special exhibition at The City Center of Sofia during "The Internacional week of Blonds". The president of The Russian Busines Club-Olga Uskova and the president of The Internacional Blonds Association-Natalia Stolyarova were the kind founders of event. In the end there was carried out a charity auction where many dolls were sold. Funds are meant to children from "Nadezhda" orphanage.
EDITH A'GAY collection Spring-Summer '07
A few day's ago Austrian/Hungarian fashion designer Edith A'Gay presented her new collection „Conversion“ spring-summer 2007 during the fashion week in Paris, in Espace Saint Martin. Edith A'Gay’s new collection is based on the principle of conversion. In the context of metamorphosis the outfits are variable due to the creativity of the person wearing them. This idea leads into the twilight zone of colourful fantasy and straight geometric silhouettes.
Hot Colours for Autumn Winter 2006/2007. Fashion Trends
As autumn 2006 settles down, colour fashion trends for fall 2006/2007 reveal that warm earthen tones and natural materials gain appeal as women shop for new clothes.
The strongest colours in this palette are golds, reds and violas.
In autumn 2006 the colours for apparel are firmly in accord with nature. Traditional earthy tones with sun dried rich ochre and terracotta tones gain ground. Women's clothes the colour of pollen, honey, scorched gold, burnt earth and fox hues, meander amid a few livelier more shocking tones.
The Indonesian method of printing textile
Batik is one of the Indonesian method of printing textile. This is a modern and cool way to dress up. Batik, is something different and it matches all styles and fashion.The word comes from the Javanese word "amba", meaning ”to write”, and the Indonesian word for dot or point, "titik". The technique is thought to be over a thousand years old, and historical evidence demonstrates that cloth decorated with this resist technique was in use in the early centuries AD in Africa, the Middle East, and in several places in Asia.
Theory of Fashion
University teaching has many advantages (although it has some disadvantages, which we are not going to discuss here and now) – it makes you feel always young because you are constantly communicating with students; gives you an opportunity to feel satisfied because of the awareness that you live a meaningful life and that there is someone to whom you could pass on your experience and knowledge; gives you a certain emotional-intellectual feeling and thus a special vitamin of spiritual confidence, for which there is no analogue.
Miss Bulgaria Universe conquers Los Angelis dressed by Astella Atelier
Dressed by Astella Atelier, Galena Dimova - Miss Bulgaria-World 2006 is getting ready to conquer the competition "Miss World 2006" in Los Angelis. Author of the unique dress is the designer Alya Milusheva.
After analysing Galena's skin, hair and eyes the designer chose a toilet designed in peach and turquoise colours with a slight golden spice. She also considered the competition requirements, which don't tolerate quite uncovered dresses and a lining of natural skin colour should be used under any transparent materials. The dress outlines the body shape and the fabric falls down airily with skin caressing.