ESPRESSO SHOT OF NEWS
4 Espresso Shots of Fashion
News This Tuesday…
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Blake Lively Married In
Custom Marchesa
While it was originally reported Blake Lively had walked down the isle in Chanel, when she married Ryan Reynolds over the weekend, it has been announced the gown was actually custom-made Marchesa.
The gown featured a “hand-draped silk tulle bodice adorned with custom crystal and rose gold embroidery”. Marchesa also created the bridesmaid dresses, which were blush silk chiffon with crystal detailing. On her toes, Lively wore specially made heels by her close friend Christian Louboutin (who previously named a shoe style after her).
Meanwhile, Ryan Reynolds and his groomsmen chose bespoke suits from Burberry complete with leather suspenders.
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Zac Posen’s High Glamour / High Drama
Naomi Campbell, Erin O’Connor, Karolina Kurkova and Coco Rocha all turned out to walk the Zac Posen spring/summer 2013 runway show yesterday in New York.
The super and top models united to bring their high glamour and experience to the designer’s show-stopping gowns which are known for their Old-Hollywood glamour. However, there was as much drama occurring in the audience. It has been reported there was a kerfuffle regarding seating and it resulted in a member of Posen’s PR team being slapped!
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Katie Holmes’ Influential Week
This week it has been revealed Katie Holmes is the first face of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics; she secured the cover of Women’s Wear Daily to make the announcement; and is set to make her New York Fashion Week debut tomorrow with her label Holmes & Yang.
Katie Holmes will of course be appearing in the Bobbi Brown campaigns; however, she is also set to collaborate on a collection with Brown for Fall 2013.
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Ladurée Opens Sydney Store
Ladurée has opened their first Australian store in Westfield Sydney. As one of the world’s most iconic patisseries, Ladurée began in 1862 as a humble pastry shop and flourished to become the delightful a macaroon empire it is today.
The highly fashionable (and delectable) Ladurée have high connections in the fashion world, having previously teamed with – Christian LaCroix, Christian Louboutin, Lanvin and Sonia Rykiel, amongst others, to create some seriously stylish macaroons.
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Happy Tuesday! xx
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Photos from vogue.com.au / style.com / sassisamblog.com / laduree.fr
Taking Great Strides
“Dresses have become too trendy, I’m convinced by trousers.” Miuccia Prada
The message from the Autumn / Winter runways was clear. Trousers are in. Chic, smart and effortlessly cool – there is no better time to embrace trousers.
A trend that can enhance your weekend and working wardrobe, elegantly cut trousers are the latest style staple. From the wide-leg palazzo designs at Celine to Isabel Marant’s low-slung skinnies – trousers whatever their silhouette are having a moment.
From cigarette pants to slouchy boyfriend jeans, pyjama styles to sharply tailored chinos – trousers evoke a nonchalant cool factor that has the world’s most stylish in a spin. Created in sumptuous fabrics; daring prints; and in a palette of dynamic shades, this season trousers have taken on a distinctly pretty, feminine feel.
Irrespective of the shape, the key to this trend is all in the hemline. Cut just above the ankle, this crucial hem length gives that extra hint of delicate skin and a fresh femininity.
But how to wear them? Bring out your show-stopping heels, eye-catching belts and statement handbags. Embrace tailoring on top to sharpen the look. A crisp shirt or structured blazer is always smart. Alternatively, choose a sweater or fine cotton tee in a clashing colour for loud, high-impact chic.
The Woman Of Paris Collection
Earlier this year, the lovely Monica Crooks D.D.S. in Sacramento, California, purchased two of my ‘The Woman Of Paris Collection’ pieces (La Magnifique Vue De Paris and La Splendeur Des Délices Sucrés).
I am delighted to hear from any of my clients, so you can imagine my pure joy when I received an email from Monica with photos of my framed prints hanging in her beautiful Dental Practice (www.drmonicacrooks.com)!
Thank you Monica for sending these gorgeous photos through to me! I am so pleased that you love your pieces and that you have given them pride of place in your practice. xx
The Red / Rot / Rouge Collection
Red / Rot / Rouge is my new fashion illustration collection launching in November 2012. With a minimal yet bold look, each piece from this collection is striking in red, black and white.
I will be posting more information on this collection soon; however, in the meantime, I have some other exciting news… {scroll down for details!}
The Woman Of Paris Collection Sale!
I am so excited to announce The Woman Of Paris Collection will be on sale this Wednesday the 12th of September!
Each piece from The Woman Of Paris Collection will be reduced by 30% – (from $575 AUD to $400 AUD) – to make way for the new Red / Rot / Rouge Collection.
To convert $400 AUD (Australian Dollars) into your currency, please click here! And remember postage and handling is included!
So be sure to visit: www.caragray.com/shop-the-collection from Wednesday to secure your favourite piece.
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