tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11674981574750387142024-03-12T16:24:02.278-07:00Anna Wintour's Heir. The fashion industry isn't for the faint hearted, but i'm still aiming high in a shallow world. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-9941995124414007092013-09-08T06:55:00.000-07:002013-09-08T06:55:18.473-07:00<div style="text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-43691391957957411782013-07-02T07:26:00.001-07:002013-07-02T07:26:36.716-07:00Are you a Chanel sheep?<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You're all sheep. Well, not all of you, just most of you. Don't deny it. You're all Chanel sheep.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To understand what I mean by a Chanel sheep, you have to be a general sheep. I'm a general sheep, and there is no shame in admitting it. You can't live without being a sheep. I follow trends and bounce off others' street style, and incorporate it to my own style. A Chanel sheep, in my words, is someone who follows and likes, or even loves Chanel because of the fact that it is Chanel. Ring a bell? Yeah, that's pretty much you, or someone you know.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After getting a notification on one of my social network sites by someone who has named herself, 'IamCocoChanel', my first thought was literally, 'Fuck off no you're not'. Then, it got me thinking how much does she actually know about Chanel? Now, I could be completely wrong here and be jumping to conclusions, which i'm sure I am, but I bet she doesn't know our beloved Gabrielle as well as she thinks she does. Naturally, as one thought led to another, it got me thinking- how many of us do actually know about our fashion? Chanel is my main target here because it is the one brand that everyone instantly recognises, simply because everyone who claims to 'love' fashion, or any random scrub from the streets says they 'love' Chanel, when really, they don't. You see, I think most people are in love with the idea of Chanel. Just as you can be in love with the idea of being in love and not actually love your partner... understand? I hope so.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I myself could name a 'Chanel sheep' or two, and it simply aggravates me to think that people fall in love with the idea of Chanel, and the 'glamour' and expense you see with it. Now, for those of you who may not know, who i'd assume would be the less knowledgable about fashion, Chanel is a tarnished brand, with a history linked to the German Nazi's of the second world war. It really is common knowledge, but i'm just pointing out that a lot of those annoying people that constantly claim 'I love Chanel!' probably actually don't. They just love it because they think it's an amazing brand, which of course it is- but that is beside the point.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'm not saying that you shouldn't love Chanel because of Gabrielle's history- what's done is done and there is no changing that, but how many of you can honestly say you love every thing that the brand has produced? Of course, Chanel is an amazing brand which has completely dominated the fashion world, and Karl Lagerfeld himself is a genius... But I can admit that I love him more for his work with his own brand and the set's for Chanel's fashion shows rather than the actual clothing... Simply because not everything is to my taste.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I guess what i'm trying to say is this: There's too many people in the world, and too many amateurs who have their toes in the fashion door, who are all sheep. Not just Chanel sheep, but fashion sheep in general. Don't love fashion for the name, love it for its products, for its contribution to world, and more importantly, because it actually appeals to you. You're not fooling anybody; just yourself.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Marium x</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-4108841892219109912013-05-09T08:15:00.000-07:002013-05-09T08:15:43.006-07:00Once Upon A Time- By Karl Lagerfeld<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Coco Chanel- what's not to love about her? Let us forget that she worked in alliance with Nazi's (which led to her downfall before her comeback in the mid 1900's), and remember instead that she brought fashion independence to us women. Jersey jackets and pant suits, Gabrielle Chanel is an icon that is still idolised globally, today. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As creative director for the House of Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld has brought to us a short film about the revolutionary Chanel, titled '<i>Once Upon A Time'</i>. Starring the beautiful Keira Knightley as Coco herself, we see cameo's from many of the brand's faces, including models Lindsey Winxson and Stella Tenant. Personally, I think it is a little work of adorable genius. </span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-88596318079624713442013-05-08T09:28:00.000-07:002013-05-08T09:28:16.559-07:00The Met Gala 2013; Chaos to Couture.The annual Met Gala, which is held to celebrate the annual opening of the Metropolitan museum's fashion exhibition at the Costume Institute, is quite possibly THE red carpet event of the year- perhaps even surpassing the Oscar's. This year, the theme for the event was Punk; From Chaos to Couture... And it seems that it was a theme that most celebrities, who can PAY people to make them look good, just didn't. The meaning of Punk must have been lost, as most people tried to mix punk with red carpet glamour. However, despite many disastrous outfits, there were a fair few that did manage to please.<br />
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First up, Anne Hathaway. The 'Devil wears Prada' actress revealed her new platinum blonde locks, while stunning us in a sheer Valentino dress. Though not as 'punk' as she could have been, the new hair and makeup complemented her outfit perfectly.<br />
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Up next is Cara Delevingne, who despite her over-exposure and frankly, now <i>boring</i> public persona, never fails to wow. Obviously, she wore Burberry (no complaints- I love Bailey and Burberry), and looked gorgeous in a studded plunge-neck column dress, accompanied by Burberry accessories. Her heavy Burberry beauty make-up look added to the punk theme, as did her hair; plaited on one side. </div>
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Blake Lively was another blonde red carpet pleaser. As a muse to the genius Karl Lagerfeld, the actress wore a Gucci Première strapless gown, with feather embroidery. There's no complaints about this look- she looked absolutely divine... Despite not exactly looking very 'punkish'. </div>
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Katy Perry was a surprising crowd pleaser with her choice of outfit to the Met Gala. The singer chose to wear a Dolce & Gabbana dress, complete with a crown from the AW13/14 collection. She accessorised her outfit with David Yuman jewellery and definitely stood out amongst the other famous faces that surrounded her. </div>
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The Topshop girls of the night included Chloe Green, my favourite model Jourdan Dunn, and Ashley Madekwe. They all wore custom-made Topshop (who knew the high-street would ever make it to a red-carpet event?) and yes, they all looked gorgeous. It has to be said though, Jourdan looked the most 'punk' from all three of them (and also very stunning). </div>
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For me, <b>worst dressed</b> at the gala was either Kim Kardashian or Elle Fanning. Firstly, I find it absolutely barbaric that Kim was even invited in the first place, but as her current inflated, pregnant self can never seem to look good, it wasn't much of a surprise that she yet again, looked awful. However, innocent face Elle Fanning <i>was</i> a surprise. The lucky young actress doesn't usually make much of a fool of herself when it comes to dressing, but it's obvious that she had a bit of a struggle trying to combine punk with glamour. She looked disastrous in her Rodarte gown, and I don't think there really is any explaining the makeup... I don't think she made anybody's best dresses list. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-56128270576856882002013-03-20T18:02:00.000-07:002013-03-21T11:07:32.272-07:00So Dior.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">From the toile's that show how a design is constructed, to the projection of today's Dior stars over dresses they have worn, there is no disappointment in this wonderful exhibition. It's open until April 14th, and I couldn't recommend it enough. You won't regret it; C'est tres belle.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Close up of the Dior dress worn by Charlize Theron in the<br />J'adore Dior advert. </span></td></tr>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-40540093491663952562013-03-08T11:14:00.002-08:002013-03-08T11:14:53.288-08:00A/W'13 Fashion Month.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Fashion week is evidently the best week of the year that comes around twice a year, but much to my dismay, this season's collections for the coming winter weren't as riveting or exciting as I was hoping. It seems as though everything has already been done, and so designers were revisiting past archived collections to get inspiration. This of course, isn't a bad thing, but the minimalist theme that was seen throughout was in most cases, quite <i>boring.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Despite my less than enthusiastic attitude to the fashion month as a whole, this isn't to say that there weren't the fair few shows that I absolutely fell in love with. We saw a considerably less amount of peplum, which hopefully means we won't be seeing it for a while... Unless you're a late adopter. The main trends that were seen on most of the catwalks consisted of a lot of fur, leather, oversizing and minimalism. Orange also seems to be THE colour to wear this fall, which is never a bad thing for me as it's one of my favourite shades...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As usual, we were introduced to fashion week with New York kick starting the busy month. We saw subtle chic here, with 70s office girl at Marc Jacobs and contemporary futurism at Michael Kors. Galliano was also half of the genius behind the Oscar de la Renta collection, and his influence in the designs was apparent as we saw subtle hints of Dior. Proenza Schouler played up to the key theme of monochrome and oversizing, with big white coats over black leather trousers. Victoria Beckham, queen of minimalism, displayed various mid-length outfits with gorgeous silhouettes, while DKNY introduced orange in excessive amounts and taught us (in case we'd forgotten) how to layer.</span><br />
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<u><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">London Fashion Week, A/W'13.</span></u><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">London Fashion Week was perhaps my favourite of the month, not just because I got to go to a few shows myself (Zoe Jordan, KTZ, Bora Aksu, Felder Felder and Nina Nautsdal), but also because I felt it had some of the best shows that truly represented British style. My favourite label Burberry, with my favourite ever creative director (Christopher Bailey) did not let me down, with its cute collection of heart-adorned trench coats and use of rubber. Other favourite's included Mary Katrantzou, Marios Schwab, Julien MacDonald, Giles and Osman. The graphic prints and gorgeous silhouettes at Mary K led me to fall in love with what I think is one of her best collections to date. Giles is always one of my favourite designers at LFW, and his timeless collection was not disappointing. As a lover of all things embroidered with gold, the white and gold combinations at Osman all made for a perfect ready-to-wear collection. As for the shows that I attended, Felder Felder had to be my favourites, as the German duo introduced rubber trench coats and gorgeous berry tones.</span><br />
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<u><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Milan Fashion Week, A/W'13.</span></u><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Third up to showcase its genius was Milan Fashion Week. I absolutely fell in love with the perfect collection at Dolce & Gabbana, as I do every season. The crowns, opulent religious homage and stunning red at the end of the show was simply to die for. The amazing duo always know how to do accessories well, and this season was no exception; you can count on me to be rocking a crown this fall, for sure! The prints at Just Cavalli and opulent era-inspired collection at DSquared2 were more favourites of mine, with the gorgeous designs at DSquared2 appealing to my glamour-nostalgic self. </span><br />
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<u><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Paris Fashion Week, A/W'13.</span></u><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last, and in some cases least, was PFW. This for me was the most disappointing of the four, probably due to the very tragic collection at Saint Laurent Paris (Read my blogpost on that abysmal show <a href="http://annawintoursheir.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/aint-laurent-without-yves.html" target="_blank">here</a>). Dior and Balmain were my highlights for the week, while Elie Saab, Valentino, Louis Vuitton and Chloé also managed to capture my attention. Raf Simons at Dior is just proving to be a more and more potent decision as this season, he bought his genius to us in mixed textures by recreating and modernising old, classic Dior silhouettes. The jewel tones, with yet more mixing of textures and thick gold belts at Balmain were beautiful and didn't stray too far from the classics of the label. Valentino also brought to us some chic and romantic feminine pieces, whilst adhering to the minimalism calls of this season. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Chloé</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As i'm still getting over the tragic death of Saint Laurent Paris, i'd say there are definitely mixed feelings and decisions over fashion month, but the collections mentioned above give me hope that fashion isn't dying (thank fuck!).</span><div>
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<i><a href="http://www.theupcoming.co.uk/2013/02/15/lfw-zoe-jordan-aw-2013-collection/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Zoe Jordan</span></a></i><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-32373476269293973622013-03-05T16:22:00.000-08:002013-03-05T16:22:31.794-08:00Ain't Laurent without Yves.<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I hadn't planned on doing an individual post on any of the shows that were featured during the spectacular 'fashion week' month, but after the car crash we saw at <i>Saint Laurent</i> on Monday 4th at PFW, I simply couldn't resist... S</span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">o yes, Saint Laurent, you get a special mention here on </span><i style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Anna Wintour's Heir, </i><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">but unfortunately, it's not for good reason. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hedi Slimane. You take over at the helm of an iconic brand, and although we understand it may be hard to live up to Pilati's standards, I don't think anyone could have expected what we saw... All I ask is, <i>was it a joke?</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I think it is pretty fair to say that tragic is the correct word to sum up the collection. The atrocious catwalk looks resembled grunge high street; the type of clothing that you'd expect to find in the wardrobe of a 16 year old 'emo' girl (yes, I am being slightly stereotypical). In no way, would fashion lovers all across the globe have expected the legacy of YSL to be destroyed in a matter of seconds, with one catwalk show. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After an astonishing, but not so surprisingly negative response from the public on twitter, many were quick to defend Slimane's actions, claiming it was his version of 'a tribute to 90s rock and roll' with his muse being Courtney Love. This may be so, but was it really the right move for Saint Laurent? The label, which is credited for its elegance, and creating the tuxedo suit for women? Definitely not. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The knicker shorts, checkered shirts and biker boots may well have been inspired by 90s grunge, but they were definitely not appropriate for a label such as Saint Laurent. Since WHEN did denim skirts become a thing for the brand? I feel for Slimane, after being the target of many bitchy and nasty tweets, but he can't have had his head screwed on tightly enough when putting this collection together. It seems as though he must have forgotten which brand he was working for... Either that, or he intentionally planned on surprising us all with a horrific collection, just to wow us next season (please oh please let this be the case!).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Slimane's intentions may have been to bring about a new (positive) look for the brand, but after rebranding the name and the logo not even an entire year ago, i'd suggest he slows down before giving us any more surprises (and heart attacks). This collection is more of a collection of high-street garbage, but even then, Primark isn't even this bad. Though it may be a nostalgic step back into the 90s, Slimane ought to remember just who his client is, and more importantly, who he works for. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Marium x</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-87812057960665949192013-03-02T16:36:00.001-08:002013-03-02T16:36:55.194-08:00Boo, you [brand] whore. <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Brand whores, who likes them? The false pretension, making out as though you're a dedicated follower of fashion, when in fact, you like to wear pretty things that simply scream 'LOOK AT ME I'M DESIGNER'. These are the people who have much more money than sense, and to be fair, they're ridiculous. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The way in which this blog post could be interpreted varies, depending on your point of view. I'm not accusing anyone and everyone who has a 'designer' product of being a 'brand whore', but there is a slight difference when you buy things for the quality, and when you buy things simply to prove to your 'haters' that you have money...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If I were to be honest, it could be argued that almost everyone who owns a labelled product is a brand whore, myself included. Be it a Louis Vuitton with the infamous print as clear as daylight, or a tartan patterned Burberry scarf, we all have items we desire that may be evidently designer. However, we would all by lying to deny the basic fact that we all want to out-do one another. For some (or most), this is done by purchasing goods that are evidently designer. Why we want to prove to others that we can afford luxury items is due to the idea of celebrity, fame, money, fortune and the portrayal in the media that 'money is eveything'. We try to prove to ourselves, as much as to others, that we can afford nice things, all enhanced by the media's constant highlighting of which latest designer a certain celebrity is wearing. Therefore, we feel that showing off that we can afford these (sometimes) overpriced items gives us some means of importance, and perhaps even some authority over others.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The majority of people who buy things evidently adorned with designer motifs, purely for the fact of showing off, are simply people who have been deprived of something or other in their life, and they therefore feel the need to promote themselves in this way to others. There is a huge, evident difference between fashion lovers such as myself, who admire the beauty of a carefully constructed dress with hours of genius behind it, and those who simply like to prove that they are able to buy pretty things worth a lot of money. The 'snobs' of the world, in a sense. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It is perfectly normal to own a fair few items that are evidently of designer descent, but when that becomes your whole wardrobe... Well love, you need a slap and your credit card taken away. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Marium x</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-21218037386220695942013-02-10T10:24:00.001-08:002013-03-03T13:01:04.582-08:00Topshop talks; When I met Alexandra Shulman.<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Alexandra Shulman, editor-in-chief of British Vogue, author and mother is perhaps one of the most influential editors of today. On 31st January, Oxford Street Topshop held a talk with the icon, where she discussed her book '</span><i style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Can We Still Be Friends', </i><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">her career and how to make it in the industry. Naturally, as a budding fashion journalist and someone who essentially wants her job, I went along to see what I could dig out.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After answering questions on her novel, Alexandra went on to talk about her career; how she got to where she is, her icons, her failed attempt at working in the music industry... That sort of stuff. She told us that she really didn't want to follow in the foot steps of her parents- both two successful journalists. As someone interested in the music industry, Shulman's first two jobs included her working in that particular field. However, after being fired from both jobs before she'd even been there a year, Shulman resorted to seeking help from a job agency. As she was able to write in shorthand (a skill for journalists- something I am now able to do as well!), she ended up working for a magazine... And surprise, surprise, she actually found she liked it! 13 years later, we found a new editor on the throne of British Vogue; Alexandra Shulman.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The editor claims that when she started working in fashion she 'didn't know the slightest thing about it'. She had no idea that fashion was always 6 months ahead and that there were two major fashion collections showcased each year! Now however, the woman has adapted well and is even the editor of the British Vogue iPad app. She claims there are many aspects to her job, but is always thankful to those who buy the hard copy of the magazine- 'if there was no magazine, there would be no website'. Shulman also offered her insight into the ever evolving digital age, and predicts 'in the future, people will be charging for websites, to be able to see the content'.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">'Always trust your own judgment.' This is, according to Shulman, key to being a successful editor. She also said that the 'wonderful thing about Vogue, is that we can experiment a little.' Her job, although it seems fabulous includes 'as much hard work as it does glamour'. Well, I don't think anybody would expect being the editor of THE fashion bible being easy! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">She then went on to talk a little about the Vogue Festival. She expressed her happiness at its success, and also that she is a big supporter of British designers, claiming 'they're some of the best designers in the world'. As for the new <i>Miss Vogue</i> supplement coming out this June, alongside that month's issue of Vogue, Shulman told us it is a magazine 'for those who fell in love with Vogue at a young age' (essentially under 20 y/o). If it successful, the Vogue team may look into producing Miss Vogue on a regular basis!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After, there was a quick Q&A session between the audience members and Shulman. When asked <i>what item of clothing should every woman own? </i>Her reply was a humorous 'knickers!' </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: center;">So what more can we expect from the editor-in-chief of British Vogue? Well, so far, she is contemplating writing another book... And after the success of 'Can we still be friends?' I for one, cannot wait.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-29325747908226724312013-01-26T14:58:00.001-08:002013-03-02T16:41:22.996-08:00Celestial Couture <span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Couture fashion week, one of the highlights of the year and the best thing about January, came to a close on Thursday, and after four days of exquisite beauty in the form of a couture gown, I am sad to see the end of it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Divine silhouettes, stunning detail and gorgeous colours were just some of the main highlights. I think it would be hard for me to choose a personal favourite show, as every year, I struggle to decide who deserves to be picked out above the rest, but then you realise it isn't a competition. It's not a race for first place at all, more a chance to admire the beauty of the fashion and the creativity of the designs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All week I had been keeping up to date with the catwalk shows via the style.com app for iPhone and iPad. It is one of the best apps I have ever downloaded and I'd definitely recommend it!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, the four fabulous days kicked off with the Versace show on Sunday evening. I will admit, I was a little skeptical as it isn't my favourite ever collection from the Italian brand- they can definitely deliver more. In fact, I preferred Donatella's couture collection from last year when Versace decided to come back to couture after nearly 10 years! However, there were a few pieces that stood out amongst the rest of the designs which caught my eye. As we stepped back into an 80s vibe, the gold ABBA-esque suit was one of my favourites.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After Dior, we saw Giambattista Valli, creative couturier. The label's works never seem to fail my expectations, and though I was very much in love with the previous couture collection, I wasn't displeased with this one. The taming of complex shapes, each made to flatter the figure is not an easy talent, yet Valli some how managed to create masterpiece gowns that define the waist and create a ladylike elegance. My personal favourite was the couture take on the onesie: cigarette pants and a bodice with a trail behind it!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Next up, we saw the obvious favourite: Chanel. Now, it seems to me as though Karl has been trying a little too hard in these recent years to bring back archived ideas and fashions, and add a modern twist to them. I can say that I was pleasantly surprised this time around in comparison to my disappointment in the recent years, as Chanel delivered a goth-meets-romance show. The lace detailing on the dresses which indicated a subtle reminder to Miss Havisham's well worn wedding gown, alongside the heavy black makeup and the feather detailing in the hair, all created the perfect enchanted fairytale. The medieval-like peep toe boots worn with the beautiful yet quite sinister creations highlighted the 'Midsummer's Night Dream' feel that Lagerfeld went for. All in all, it was a magical show, with every piece a structured, show stopping design.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Another one of my favourites from this amazing week, was the Jean Paul Gaultier show, where the designer decided to look to the Middle-East for his inspiration. It definitely took a different turn from the rest of the collections we have seen, but there is no denying that Gaultier's use of bright colours, bold prints and of course, his iconic cone bras, was pretty amazing. The rich and varied pieces included tulle gowns, luxe tuxedos and patchwork trousers, which all made for stunning pieces that I could picture in <i>SATC2</i> (the film), and every look differed from the previous. Truly, breathtaking. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-34999797629681732332013-01-22T17:03:00.000-08:002013-01-22T17:04:01.393-08:00Qui est Saint Laurent?<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Last year, world known fashion designer Hedi Slimane became the creative director of Saint Laurent Paris, and was quick to rebrand the label by changing the name from 'Yves Saint Laurent' to the aforementioned. Despite all the criticism he received for his decision, he stuck by his choice and claimed that clearly, the history of the brand wasn't well known. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I for one was a fan who was quite disappointed in the rebranding of the label, as to me, it just 'disrupted' the way of things. Fair enough, Slimane went back through the brands archive, but after having the name 'Yves Saint Laurent' for decades, it kind of seemed pointless to me for him to change it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Earlier today, whilst browsing the net, I came across an item of clothing that is now a must have in my wardrobe. <a href="http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/01/22/aint-laurent-without-yves-saint-laurent-ysl-t-shirts-sweatshirts/" target="_blank">High Snobiety</a> posted a link to a site where a sweatshirt and t shirt are being sold with the bold caption 'Ain't Laurent without Yves' slashed across it. As I am still not over the rebranding of the label (even though the new name has grown on me), I feel as though this jumper says a lot, and it's a definite staple that brings with it a nostalgic feel, for the old Yves Saint Laurent. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The opulent fashion show came to the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots on the 4th December; dans Edinburgh. Inspired by the great Scots, Karl used this Scottish influence for his latest collection, and it was indeed evident. Red tartan, hints of baroque and an oh- so- slight homage to The Tudor's (in particular Elizabeth I), there is no doubt that this compilation of designs has an appeal of luxe. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As a fan of historic periods of drama, such as The Tudor years, I loved the references that Karl payed to the royal's and with his use of authentic, traditional Scottish fabrics and colours, he has payed tribute to a beautiful country in such an exquisite way. The use of heavy embellishment which is in sync with the current baroque trend, as well as traditional silhouettes with a modern twist made for a slight gothic feel on the overall collection. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Cara Delevingne, Edie Campbell and of course, Stella Tennant all strutted their long legs down the catwalk as onlookers such as Poppy Delevigne and Amber Anderson admired from the front row. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Despite the beauty from the Scottish inspired fashion extravaganza, I must admit I am still more of a fan of the Pre- SS13 </span><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Paris- Bombay</b><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> show which took place earlier this year. Maybe its due to the fact that I love the modern, high fashion twist on the traditional cultural pakistani dress (which I occasionally have to don), or the use of white, gold and </span><i style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">a lot</i><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> of embellishing appeals to me more than anyone will ever know... Whatever be the reason however, the Paris- Bombay collection will always be one of my favourites from the Chanel couture archive. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Overall, i'd say that this latest rendition of Chanel's Métiers d'Art was a perfect homage to the traditions and gorgeous fabrics that come from Scotland. I just wonder, did Karl serve haggis at the after party? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 19px;">Nevertheless, meeting Franca was amazing, and I hope to one day become a successful editor like herself and our beloved 'nuclear Wintour' (hence the title of my blog), to make an impact on the oh-so-critical yet fabulous fashion industry. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As it has been publicised to great extent, I am sure you know that Kate Moss' debut book 'Kate: The Kate Moss book' by Rizzoli was launched today, and the model herself was doing a signing from 5-7 pm at Bookmarc, in Marc By Marc Jacobs. I went along with a friend, expecting to see hoards of fans and fashion lovers alike, only to find a short queue in which we waited for 20 minutes! As we approached the entrance to the store, the security guard informed us we would have to buy the book (priced at £50) in order to meet her. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We then progressed on to meet the model (after going through more waiting and security and having to follow orders), and I can honestly say; <b>photographs do her no justice.</b> As stunning and photogenic as she is, be the photographer Mario Testino or David Bailey, no photo that I have seen can compare to her beauty in the flesh. She was flawless, calm and collected and just beautiful, sitting there whilst fans stuttered out their names for her to address in her signing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As my friend and I both made our way back outside, I bumped into another girl on my course at uni, Cailin! (Founder of Birds of a Feather Flock Together. Check out her blog <a href="http://www.birdsofafeatherblog.net/" target="_blank">here</a>) After talking to Cailin, my friend and I decided to stay and wait around for Kate to emerge. After all, we only had about 40 minutes left to wait, so why not? Whilst waiting in the cold, I heard a car pull up next to me. Not thinking much of it, I quickly turned around, only to freeze to the spot and shout 'OH MY GOD'. <b>Marc Jacobs was about two feet away from me</b>. </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">He sort of looked at me as if to say 'you're weird' and replied to my outburst with a 'err, yeah hi'. He then politely took his equally as beautiful boyfriend Harry Louis' hand and led him down a </span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">segregated</span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> area where Kate was having a cigarette break. After the papzo's trying to get some shots, the trio went back inside, and the waiting commenced once again. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After about half an hour of just standing about in cold, cold Mayfair, the paparazzi started gathering around the front entrance of the store. As my friends and I were already stood by the door, we didn't have to move. Finally, Marc and Harry emerged from the back entrance, but <i>no one</i> aside from us four fans noticed! We all took our photos and got excited as they got back into their car and drove off. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We then turned around in time for Kate to come out of the store, where the papz went photo crazy and jumped on her. Luckily for the poor woman, the journey from store to car was only about 2 metres. As we took our shots and counted our blessings, Kate got into the back seat of her chauffeur driven mercedes and set off. </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-28716847762813349372012-11-14T09:03:00.000-08:002012-11-14T09:04:05.850-08:00Chav Chic.<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Recently, I have been favouring a more 'chav' inspired look for my everyday attire. As a self proclaimed snob who aspires for the best of everything in life (This includes the use of 'proper' grammar, which is </span><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">very</b><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> important), this came as a slight shock to me. However, I have been incorporating bits of what one would call 'a chav look' into my daily outfits, and I must admit, it is quite fun to play dress up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I could not pinpoint if asked, where this urge to go chav has come from. Last week, I went exploring into my mother's ever- growing jewellery box (as I often do) and pulled out some hooped earrings. I have never worn hoops, as I never thought they suited me... but before I knew it, I had them in, was applying rouge to my lips and had started styling my hair into a half-up-half-down 'do'.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As to my attire, I haven't ever really experimented with a more casual look. I'd usually stick to blazers, shirts and black, so I did struggle to find clothes that would go with this whole chav phase. For outfit 1 (which I wore to work), I picked out an oversized berry knit jumper, and tucked it into black, high waited skinny jeans (I live in black jeans), paired with a pair of classic black vans and a black bowler bag. I had big hoops in, with my berry lips and half-up hair do which made me feel as though I was a 90's chav wannabe. I also got so many 'you look so different!' comments that day, it was hard to keep count. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So far, I have definitely enjoyed this game of playing dress up, and stepping out of my comfort zone. So much so, that I cannot wait to see what I will conjure up tomorrow... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-56183369941617151532012-11-04T08:49:00.001-08:002012-11-04T15:58:15.033-08:00Baroque love.<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The current AW12 <i>baroque </i>trend has me head over heels for detailing in its finest form. Not only is it just beautiful and intricate, but it often comes in my two favourite colours; Gold and black (if you can call them colours). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Baroque started as a style that focused on detail in order to produce drama and grandeur in painting, dance and music. It started around 1600 in Italy, and ended up spreading through most of Europe. Looking at the Dolce and Gabbana AW12 collection, there is no doubt they were inspired by the history of baroque for the decor on their clothes which has given the trend a fashionable twist on its original use. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">During a trip to Selfridges, i stopped by the Dolce and Gabbana concession and had a look at their current collection. To say that I was amazed would be the biggest understatement. There is so much intricate detailing, and the amount of work put into creating such a stunning, baroque- inspired look is evident, even at a glance. What looks like simple gold piping, is actually bold embellishment; both beads and stones, all hand sewn. The whole collection oozes decadence and is definitely a tribute to the Catholic tradition. I couldn't help but just stand and stare in absolute awe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As well as Dolce and Gabbana excellence, Anna dello Russo, Vogue Japan's fashion editor released her collaboration collection with H&M in October. Alongside the very amusing (to say the least) music video that came out to promote the collaboration, she designed a line of accessories, as she claims that jewellery and accessories are the most important part of an outfit. You can see from the gold detailing used that baroque was a big inspiration for her pieces. [<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZbF98jxF5c" target="_blank">Click the link to see AdR's "Fashion Shower"</a>]</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The luxury of baroque is that it gives a vibe of beauty and expense. It can be worn in the form of a dress with baroque detailing, or you can add baroque-esque accessories to a simple outfit to dress it up, and you will always look the part. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-48812513008499542832012-10-30T07:50:00.000-07:002012-11-01T06:32:34.052-07:00It's a furry story...<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Fur </b>is a very controversial and delicate subject when approached. There are those that are pro- authentic fur, and those that detest the thought of it. Me? I'm a convert. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Until recently, I was quite anti- fur, thinking it to be cruel, nasty and pointless, as it is possible to purchase faux fur for a much cheaper price. This was until I felt my friends mink scarf. It was a present from her sister, and she braved wearing it out... I tell you, it was love at first sight. I am a huge lover of the fur look, and after feeling it, I knew I was no longer anti, but more pro- fur. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Aside from being luxurious and soft to the touch, animal fur is also more eco- friendly and bio- degradable than faux fur. So why aren't people more open to the idea of using real animal fur? I don't mean lets go on a hunt for almost- extinct animals, and i'm not saying lets all get our shotguns out, but I now believe that if an animal is killed, and found, there is no harm in taking its fur as it is already dead! Its sort of similar to the whole 'eating only roadkill' idea (though that thought is much more unpleasant in my eyes) as the animal isn't being killed for the sole purpose of being food/ being worn. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As a lover of fashion, I often used to wonder why designers had to use real fur, (even though I knew it was better for the environment) when there were resources available that allowed them to use faux fur. Now, I am more thankful that they do use real fur. It definitely adds to the luxury and exclusivity of the garments made. I am not pro kill- the- animal- just- for- its- fur, but it's as though my eyes have been opened. I totally understand the use of animal fur... And also wish I could afford it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I can only hope that the anti- fur protestors out there understand this point of view. It's much more bio- degradable than faux- fur and therefore better for the environment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Marium x</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02225357169555274015noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1167498157475038714.post-12617190646336888832012-08-30T07:32:00.001-07:002012-11-02T09:08:30.260-07:00Autumn/ Winter '12 trend preview, with Calgary Avansino.<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">On the 22nd August, courtesy of Topshop and British Vogue, 200 fashion lovers got the chance to attend an Autumn/ Winter '12 trend preview with <strong>Calgary Avansino</strong> as the speaker. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The executive fashion director for Vogue spoke about her favourite trends from the A/W12 catwalks and showed us her favourite Topshop picks to demonstrate these trends.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course, Ms. Avansino mentioned the trends that we saw across all catwalk's, such as the Dowton Abbey inspired 'British Heritage' look, which comes along with a whole load of tweed and oversizing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">She also mentioned that she is a fan of the Brocade trend, a la Dolce and Gabbana, and pulled out two matching gorgeous gold and black pieces; some trousers, and a jacket. I have to admit, I am also a big fan of the Brocade look and may find myself soon investing in the items we were shown last night!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Calgary then brought out her favourite trend of this season, the winter florals. She emphasised the fact that she loves the whole floral thing, and said they'd be taking a turn from the bright colours we've been seeing everywhere, to 'autumnal hues, with rich, dense blossoms'. Continuing on from the floral prints, Calgary also mentioned that there is a slight trend alert with optical prints. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">She then went on to talk about 'Oversize', another big trend this A/W, saying it's quite 'adrogynous and tomboyish'. She mentioned that it was a 'minimalist trend' which is 'all about the shape'. She said that the cocoon and balloon shapes are big this season, and will be appearing in muted colours. As a style tip, she then also added that it is a trend better worn with 'fitted clothes'. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The last thing that Calgary spoke about was the enhancement of waists. 'This can bee seen carried through from summer peplum's...' but belts and corsetry are now more in use. She said that it's all about accentuated waists, and that waists are to be 'worn' with everything.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As there is a lot going on this Autumn/ Winter, trend-wise, Calgary mentioned that it is better to 'wear flats' as it can tone down the outfit and it doesnt look like 'too much'. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All in all, last night was a very interesting night, and thanks to Vogue and Topshop, I was lucky enough to attend! </span><br />
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