Runway Fashion Articles
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Monday April 4, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basIf there's one investment we never regret, it's a winter coat. A coat that keeps out the chill with a vibrant hue (the neoprene orange overcoats at Joe Fresh made a huge impact on the crowds when they first appeared) or create a cocoon-like form that allows plenty of room for layering, like those designed by Jeremy Laing, Vawk and Lundström. The coats that felt freshest were full...
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Monday April 4, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basVelvet is a fabric as rich in texture as it is in history—iconic designers who were known to use the fabric to dramatic effect include Vionnet, Poiret, and Fortuny. That nostalgia is seen in the velvet used by designers for fall, in the rich colours and draping and gathering. In the looks of Jeremy Laing and Chloé comme Parris, the textile's equally gothic flavour surfaces, all dark and...
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Monday April 4, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basFor fall, fur vests were layered over cocktail and day dresses, tough leather, office wear and slinky velvet. In plush animal skins or coloured fun fur, often belted, these vests easily transition from fall to winter, layering over tops, dresses, sweaters and then jackets as the temperatures drop.
Rudsack, Lundstöm, Lovas
Joe Fresh, Attitude Jay Manuel, Izma
Images by Jenna Marie Wakani via...
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Tuesday March 15, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basTrends previewing in Paris for Fall/Winter 2011 were dominated by strong shoulders, monochromatic blacks and whites, fur trimmings, and dainty touches like Peter Pan collars and delicate prints.
Big Shoulders
Miu Miu, Stella McCartney, Giambattista ValliNecklines: Collars vs. Turtlenecks
Louis Vuitton, Giambattista Valli, Yves Saint Laurent
Costume National, Céline, HermèsColour: Whites vs. Prints...
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Wednesday March 9, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basMilan Fashion Week for Fall/Winter 2011 was a mix of strong styles, from rich jewel tones vs fur on clothing to menswear-inspired suits vs boudoir-style LBDs and more:
Jewel Tones
Alberta Ferretti, Emilio Pucci, Dolce & GabbanaRetro
Aquilano Rimondi, Bottega Veneta, PradaThigh-high Slits
Gucci, Salvatore Ferrangamo, VersaceFur on Clothing
Just Cavalli, Aquilano Rimondi, PradaLingerie-sheer LBDs
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Claire |
Monday March 7, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basFashion Week in London was once again a visual smorgasbord of psychedelic prints and rich intense colours. We're seeing plenty of trends carry forward from past years-- with a few fun twists:
Fur & Hair Accents
Most designers had plenty of fur, shearling and leather in their outerwear, but some labels tried it on regular attire too, such as Giles, Burberry Prorsum, and Holly Fulton.
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Hafsa |
Wednesday February 23, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basThe glamorous gowns that showcase at New York Fashion Week are always a major highlight, and Fall/Winter 2011's selection was no exception.
Trend: Sheer Black
Michael Kors, Alexander Wang, Yigal AzrouelTrend: Vibrant Reds
Diane von Furstenberg, Chado Ralph Rucci, Farah Angsana
Jason Wu, Monique Lhullier, Prabal GurungTrend: Shimmery Metallics
Halston, Oscar, Yigal AzrouelTrend: Thigh-high slits
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Tuesday February 22, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basDesigners at New York Fashion Week brought back the hot looks in outerwear from 2010 into Fall/Winter 2011:Oversized Blazers
Many collections were clearly menswear-influenced, oversized blazers replaced cropped jackets and typical trenches.
Yigal Azrouel, DKNY
Steven Alan (both)Ponchos & Capes
The slip-over coverups were embellished with fur, fringe and zipper details.
Rag & Bone, Milly,...
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Alexandra |
Monday January 24, 2011
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basUnlike the changing landscape of women's fashion, menswear generally stays true to form and convention. "To evolve you have to reinvent what you already have,” said Tomas Maier, creative director at Bottega Veneta.
Filled with subdued color palettes, fitted suits (leather and cashmere), bold splashes of color and BAGS, BAGS, BAGS, this F/W 2011 Milan Fashion Week took the essentials of...
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Thursday November 25, 2010
Pour lire cet article en français, voir plus basNever say never, Karl.
Karl Lagerfeld's 2004 H+M line
Despite harsh words following his successful collaboration with H+M, Karl Lagerfeld is prepping for another 'masstige' line - this time with Macy's.
Chanel RTW Spring 2011 (images via Style.com)
We are salivating in anticipation. Would you buy Lagerfeld's Macy's line? This is assuming, of course, that you...
Continue ReadingKarl Lagerfeld's 2004 H+M lineDespite harsh words following his successful collaboration with H+M, Karl Lagerfeld is prepping for another 'masstige' line - this time with Macy's.
Chanel RTW Spring 2011 (images via Style.com)We are salivating in anticipation. Would you buy Lagerfeld's Macy's line? This is assuming, of course, that you...
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