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Jewels rock the runway

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Sep 112007
 

Runway Rocks, the fashion show launched by Nadja Swarovski, made its debut at London’s Sketch restaurant in April 2003. Its aim? To celebrate the unsung hero of the catwalk – the jewellery designer.

Since then, runways have rocked in Paris, Sao Paulo, Paris, Barcelona, New York and Tokyo. Illustrious designers including Erickson Beamon, Luigi Scialanga, Iradj Moini, Jean-Paul Gaultier and Christopher Kane have come up with creations that include a serpentine necklace, a Nefertiti-style headdress, an orchid-shaped body sculpture and a jewelled bodice. The variety of work on display at every show proves the limitless creativity that crystal brings to the art of jewellery design.

Hot on the heels of Runway Rocks came Crystallized Cosmos, launched at Paris’s Bijorhca – Eclat de Mode Fair in September 2003. Designed to communicate key ornamentation trends in a highly imaginative environment, Crystallized Cosmos has included works of art by designers such as John Galliano, Eric Halley, Paco Rabanne, Noboru Shionoya and Philippe Ferrandis.

Both events demonstrate Swarovski’s commitment to being an inspiring and avant-garde partner to designers and manufacturers in the couture and fashion jewellery world.

Source: business.swarovski.com/crystallized

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The new IT-BAGs are in crystal!

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Sep 112007
 

The new IT-BAGs are in crystal! The Autumn/Winter 2007/2008 handbag collections of Rodo and Shana London take on a sparkling dimension: clutch-purses in geometric and/or playful forms with tons of Swarovski crystals!There is no other accessory as important to a woman as her handbag! The quintessential expression of her personality and an accessory that has reached the epitome of fashion – becoming just as important as a garment. A statement of style, taste and glamour, luxurious crystal-studded handbags this season are full of new design inspirations. The use of different crystal sizes, colours and forms appears as a deep trend. The Italian brand Rodo and the English brand Shana London have both chosen crystal as their favorite material to make their handbags absolutely and outrageously eye-catching. Their sparkling interpretations go from sheer sophistication to over-the-top glamorous chic!

There is no other accessory as important to a woman as her handbag! The quintessential expression of her personality and an accessory that has reached the epitome of fashion – becoming just as important as a garment. A statement of style, taste and glamour, luxurious crystal-studded handbags this season are full of new design inspirations. The use of different crystal sizes, colours and forms appears as a deep trend. The Italian brand Rodo and the English brand Shana London have both chosen crystal as their favorite material to make their handbags absolutely and outrageously eye-catching. Their sparkling interpretations go from sheer sophistication to over-the-top glamorous chic!

There is no other accessory as important to a woman as her handbag! The quintessential expression of her personality and an accessory that has reached the epitome of fashion – becoming just as important as a garment. A statement of style, taste and glamour, luxurious crystal-studded handbags this season are full of new design inspirations. The use of different crystal sizes, colours and forms appears as a deep trend. The Italian brand Rodo and the English brand Shana London have both chosen crystal as their favorite material to make their handbags absolutely and outrageously eye-catching. Their sparkling interpretations go from sheer sophistication to over-the-top glamorous chic!

RODO – Harmonious geometry and 100% crystal!

The Rodo Collection of clutch bags speaks of timeless elegance and employs various classical references that are re-invented for next season – thanks to the creative use of crystal and play with geometric shapes for cylindrical or triangular models. Thousands of crystals adorn the handbags and are treated in varying sizes and shapes – from oval to round – and in exciting colour mixes. This innovative use of crystal gives the collection a resolutely modern and luxurious feel. The bags are not only shimmering, they also manage to create an impression of movement with their nature-inspired motifs (flowers, raindrops). Rodo’s styles continue to reflect the essence of feminine beauty and sophistication.

http://www.rodo.it/

Shana London – ribbons, flowers and flashy crystal embellishment

Based in London, but produced in Italy as well, the Shana London handbags for next winter also use Swarovski crystals in all colours and sizes. Handbag and jewellery designer Shana Seligson creates chic, highly coveted pieces in the most luxurious of materials – including Swarovski crystal stones. Her models entirely covered in crystal, come in flashy colours like gold or fuchsia red. Other playful designs include crystallized ribbons or flowers that appear to have alighted onto her golden bow bags. The style of Shana London has an extremely young, fresh and hip feel – appealing to the taste of celebrity clients like actresses Diane Kruger and Christina Aguilera, among others.

http://www.shanalondon.com/

Source: business.swarovski.com

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Amazing footwear designs with crystal!

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Sep 112007
 

CRAZY – Paule KA

Our journey into the land of crystal shoes will begin with those of Paule Ka for a special edition of the French magazine Stiletto. Crystals sparkle all over this shoe: embracing the entire platform, heels mixing with a funny teacup design and modern materials like plastic and patent leather.
This pair brings together everything that is part of crazy shoe creations for summer 2007. Designers such as Balenciaga and Paule Ka used shoes as a major pole of their creativity and exercised great freedom when designing these high heels. From futuristic to extraordinary, from classical to absolutely unwearable: these shoes are the top of haute couture shoe extravagancy and simply fascinating.
http://www.pauleka.com/

MOVING BOWLS - Beatrix Ong

Referred to by Shoo Magazine “the new Jimmy Choo”, the London-based designer Beatrix Ong has certainly earned this honorary title. With shoes that are innovative yet elegant, versatile yet classic, dainty yet incredibly wearable, she appears capable of moving to the top echelons of the design world…
With her ISADORA crystal shoe, Beatrix Ong imagines two crystal bowls sewn inside the leather of the shoe and that are slightly mobile. The bowls come on a retro chic platform in blue or pink dots. The platform is completely covered with the shoe’s material for a perfectly uniform aspect – typical of this internationally recognized brand appreciated by discerning women who understand true luxury.
http://www.beatrixong.com/

DELICATE - Anne Valérie Hash

A classical and subtler way to wear crystal comes in the form of Paris Haute couture brand Anne Valérie Hash’s footwear. Ms. Hash launched her first shoe collection three seasons ago and her current Fall-Winter 2007/2008 designs are very feminine and delicate with lovely crystal detailing. Especially the pumps called “Mila” which promise to become a “must” for classic fashion lovers who don’t look for exaggerated models. The wooden heel fits perfectly to the crystal application for an ensemble reminiscent of soft nature paintings.
www.a-v-h.com

With this last creation we wind up our visit to the land of crystal shoes. Now, every type of crystal fan can find the right shoe to go with her personality and fashion imperatives!

Source: business.swarovski.com

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Buckle Bis Red Bracelet

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Sep 112007
 
Click to shop - Buckle Bis Red Bracelet
Click to shop - Buckle Bis Red Bracelet
Product Details: Red, crocodile-embossed calfskin leather bracelet; 2 ruthenium-plated buckles with Siam Satin crystal pavé.
 Swarovski presents bracelets, handbags, belts and more with the fashionable buckle motif. This design is an important detail in the season’s fashion and accessory creations.

The Buckle Bis Red Bracelet, in winter’s hottest colour, is crafted in crocodile-embossed calfskin leather, featuring two buckles adorned with Siam Satin crystal pavé. This eye-catcher will add a splash of bright sparkle to a sleek black outfit anytime!

Buckle up in style this season and be inspired by these fabulous new designs.

For more information please visit and shop online at: http://www.swarovski.com/

Source: http://www.fashiontrendsetter.com/

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Swarovski Trend Directions for Fall/Winter 2007/2008

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Sep 112007
 
Bespoke Style for 2007/2008
 
Muse
 MUSE
The Muse theme celebrates strident yet romantic women who are confident to interweave classicism and art deco with simplicity.

Reminiscent of the debut du siècle period, it features drapes and pleats under volume and sculpture. The Muse takes aestheticism as her inspirational motif and crystals blend into a variety of materials to become an integral part of the overall look.

Android
 ANDROID
Cult comic figure Tank Girl has come of age: her high-tech glamour influences futuristic Android silhouettes, shapes and graphics.Sharp silhouettes and sculptural details keep things edgy, while crystallized, armour-like jewellery fuses with organic forms. Rounded, padded, looped and puffed shapes add a feminine touch as new synergies emerge between couture elements and functional sports-tech wear.
 Nomad
 NOMAD
The intuitive Nomad’s softly deconstructed shapes are supported by shamanistic myths and symbols.

Her single garment capes and coats are warm and functional and smatterings of sober, mineral-hued crystal worked into fabrics and materials provide protective sculptural volume.

Diva
 DIVA

The Diva has strength, attitude and a sharp edge. With the knowingness of a modern geisha, her subtle directness has the air of an Eighties Supermodel.Crystallized origami expresses her desire for sculptural design. The look is softened by adornments of red and pinkish crystal gradients as Asian symbols mesh with a hint of Western cheekiness.

 Creature
 CREATURE
Our metamorphosed Creature loves to display her glossy, insect-like characteristics. Crystals on her jewelry and sculptured gowns adorn her like a shimmering carapace.

Dark gold and bronze ambience are inspired by Art Nouveau and crystal is her glittering camouflage that deflects the glances of curious admirers.

 Editor’s Note: Shown here are the images regarding the “Colors & Assortments” of Swarovski Trend Directions for Fall/Winter 2007/2008. Please visit Swarovski at business.swarovski.com/trends_0708/~ to get more information and explore the Innovations of Swarovski Trend Directions. [Images: Swarovski.]
Source: fashiontrendsetter.com
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