Fashion Trends
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
Choose Your Own Technicolour Dreamcoat
Fight off the blues, or the ‘mean reds’ as Holly Golightly so elegantly puts it, with winter coats so vibrantly exuberant you may just need to unpack your shades.
Forget the monochromatic tones; a perfectly tailored coat in a splash of decedent, rich colour can become your luxe wardrobe staple. Across the Fall collections, from Proenza Schouler, The Row and Céline, amongst others, colourful coats made for an elegant, vibrant and expected twist on sharp tailoring.
Whatever your style and body shape, there is a colourful coat to suit your individual Winter needs. Nipped in at the waist in a classic feminine silhouette, prominent at The Row and Yves Saint Laurent; boxy, boardroom chic at Dolce and Gabbana; or streamlined, sexy sophistication at Céline – fall into warm, delightful, investment pieces of luxury this season…
What do you think of a colourful coat for Fall? xx
Photos from harpersbazaar.com / harpersbazaar.com / google images
Editor’s Letter
September Inspiration
Bonjour Bunnies!
I cannot believe it is already September and time to reconsider my inspiration list for this blissful month.
This month I am delightfully looking forward to New York, London, Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks and watching closely to discover what we will all be coveting for Spring / Summer 2012. Enjoying the simple pleasure of films which just exude timeless beauty- Roman Holiday, Some Like It Hot and Breakfast At Tiffany’s, amongst others. Embracing deliciously bright colours and patterns for Spring (here in the Southern Hemisphere); while simultaneously missing London and those beautiful Autumn leaves falling. And indulging in bubble baths and chocolate croissants…
Cara xx
What are your September Inspirations? xx
Photos from thealternativebride.blogspot.com / littlebitsoflovely.blogspot.com / style.com / google images
ESPRESSO SHOT OF NEWS
Your Thursday Fashion Shot…
3 Espresso Shots Of News + Some Thursday Fashion Inspiration…
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Iconic Dresses Up For Auction
A selection of the most iconic dresses in history will go up for auction on June 18th in Beverly Hills. Just a few of the exquisite gowns available to the highest bidders include;
> Marilyn Monroe’s white halterneck dress from The Seven Year Itch (pictured above)
> Audrey Hepburn’s iconic Givenchy LBD from Breakfast At Tiffany’s (pictured above)
> Elizabeth Taylor’s golden headdress from Cleopatra (pictured above)
> Judy Garland’s blue gingham dress from The Wizard of Oz (pictured right)
Also on the list is: Marilyn Monroe’s rhinestone gown in which she sung Happy Birthday Mr President to JFK in 1962; Barbara Streisand’s gold dress from Hello Dolly; Julie Andrews’ brown dress from The Sound of Music; and The Princess of Wales gown from when she danced with John Travolta at the White House. There are also some modern editions, including; Elizabeth Hurley’s Versace ‘safety-pinn’ gown and Jennifer Lopez’s plunging Versace gown.
It is anticipated the collection will exceed $7 million (US). Legendary actress Debbie Reynolds is selling her private collection after she was unable to establish her ambition of a museum for Hollywood memorabilia. Marilyn Monroe’s white halterneck has the highest price point of $2 million (US).
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Karl Lagerfeld –
Crystal Glassware Designer
The extraordinarily talented Karl Lagerfeld has created a crystal glassware collection for Swedish company Orrefors. Of his new collection, Lagerfeld said: “What I enjoy most is doing something I’ve never done before”.
The pieces, in clear, black and milky glass, are an extension of Lagerfeld’s design aesthetic, with minimal, clean lines and his KL monogram. Pieces for the range include; champagne flutes and coupes; wine, water and liqueur glasses; vases; bowls; and monogrammed crystal coasters.
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DVF For Gap Kids
Legendary designer, Diane von Furstenberg, is creating a childrenswear collection for Gap Kids.
The collection will be presented in March and will be the first time she has designed for children. Art Peck, president of the brand for North America, has said of the collaboration; “I’m looking forward to offering our customers an exciting collection that applies her signature approach to print, optimistic colour and femininity.”
Other designers who have also collaborated with Gap, include; Valentino, Stella McCartney and Roland Mouret.
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Thursday Fashion Inspiration…
‘Twin Peaks’ is a cinematic editorial, featured in the July issue of Vogue Australia.
Models Emilia Scuza and Melissa Johannsen wear darling looks by Prada, Stella McCartney, Bally and more. The gorgeous wardrobe, retro styling, flawless hair and picturesque surrounding environment all combine to create some divine shots! LOVE!
What is your Thursday inspiration? xx
Photos from vogue.co.uk / fashiongonerogue.com
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