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Autumn-Winter 2008-2009 – Valentino
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Jul 312008
Paris, Je t’aime …
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Sep 152007
| Vogue Feature: Paris Je t’aime | |
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SHOT IN THE DARK Shadowy silks and tulles evoke the moodiness and intrigue of a Brassaï photograph. Chanel cerise crepe georgette dress. The Way We Wore vintage cloche. David Goodman fox collar. John Galliano brooch. Subversive Jewelry by Justin Giunta ring. Tom Binns bracelets. |
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SHOT IN THE DARK Shadowy silks and tulles evoke the moodiness and intrigue of a Brassaï photograph. From left: Ports 1961 by Tia Cibani jacquard coat. Vera Wang velvet-and-chiffon blouse and sequined skirt. |
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LA BOHêME Channel the famous Parisienne Kiki de Montparnasse l’artist, singer, and muse to Man Ray – in a decadent party frock. From left: J. Mendel pale-gray beaded dress trimmed with fur and fringe. Fred Leighton fringed bag. Proenza Schouler midnight silk dress and bodysuit. J. Mendel lavender-gray dress with fox trim. |
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BELLE FLEUR Exquisite flowers encircle a mink-trimmed coat and even bloom on your gloves. John Galliano russet coat with floral embroidery, black lace skirt, embroidered leather gloves, and mint suede heels. Stephen Jones for John Galliano velvet-and-tulle hat. Chanel brooch. |
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FRESH COAT A cool, boxy manteau somehow looks both Modern Age and Jazz Age. Proenza Schouler noir double-breasted wool coat with knit collar and silk accordion-pleated skirt. |
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JOIE DE VIVRE “The hours I have spent in cafés are the only ones I call living, apart from writing,” said Anaïs Nin. From left: Giorgio Armani rabbit coat and bead-embroidered dress. Ligia Dias pear and Swarovski crystal necklace. Carolina Herrera lamé cut-out dress. Dean Harris earrings. |
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EVENING STARS “The night suggests things, it doesn’t reveal. The night unnerves and surprises us with its otherness,” said Brassaï. From left: Rodarte raven appliquéd dress. Iradj Moini earrings. Thakoon jet paillette-and-feather dress. Ellen Christine Couture Millinery cloche. Chanel charcoal sequined-satin dress. Stephen Jones hat. |
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TALL ORDER In a draped-back dress, you look like you’re literally dripping in velvet. Oscar de la Renta ebony silk-velvet evening dress. Zandra Rhodes for Pologeorgis fox boa with tails. |
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A MOVEABLE FEAST Hemingway’s haunt was the Closerie des Lilas. You wear lily white for a café crème at La Palette. From left: Thakoon silk jumper. Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons asymmetrical silk dress. On both: Stephen Jones hats; M+J Savitt pearl jewelry. |
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DANGEROUS WOMEN Throw caution to the wind in a dress that’s all aflutter. From left: Proenza Schouler olive-and-black pleated dress, maroon-and black shift. |
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UN-MELLOW YELLOW An unexpected pop of colorful badger fur is a real riot. Marni silk dress. Balenciaga lemon collar. |
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MADAME BIJOU They may not be as big as the Ritz, but diamonds-upon-diamonds (especially with a shimmering frock) are très jolie. Gucci golden silk lamé evening dress. Iradj Moini, Tom Binns, and House of Lavande jewelry. |
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LOOK DU JOUR If dramatic dresses carouse at night, genteel and elegant coats rule the day. From left: Louis Vuitton umber cashmere bolero and dresses. Kotur frame bag. Donna Karan Collection gravel crepe felt coat and embroidered skirt. Lana Marks handbag. |
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FULL OF CONTRADICTIONS The frock is alluringly mercurial, and so is the coquette- and that’s what makes them both so much fun. Etro paisley-print silk dress with fox collar. Tom Binns amber drop earrings. Chanel pumps. |
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A ROSE IS A ROSE IS A ROSE Deep red stands out against the green on a stroll through a jardin. John Galliano claret wool coat with floral appliqués, dress, handbag, and lace-ups. In this story: fashion editor, Grace Coddington; hair and headpieces, Julien d’Ys; makeup, Pat McGrath for Max Factor; set design, Mary Howard; interiors shot on location at Cercle Rouge restaurant, NYC. |
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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.
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.
Source: business.swarovski.com
Amazing footwear designs with crystal!
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Sep 112007
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/
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/
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
Buckle Bis Red Bracelet
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Sep 112007
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| 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/ |