Inspired by her encounter of and longstanding friendship with Horst P. Horst, Cathleen Naundorf early on turned to fashion photography.  Living in Paris, she has been taking photographs of fashion shows backstage since the mid-nineties, inter alia for Vogue, Glamour, Elle, Marie Clair and leading newspapers.  Besides that, she is repeatedly asked for specific photographic projects, such as for fashion houses Scherrer and Galliano, as well as for Elie Saab (catalogues), Wildenstein (jewellery), and American Express.

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why get married during the christmas season?

1. appropriate decors and trimmings are easier to find and are more reasonably priced this time of the year.
2. hotels, restaurants and halls are lavishly decorated already, minimizing reception costs.
3. christmas carols can form part of your wedding songs.
4. many family and friends from overseas are home for the holidays; all of you can reunite on the wedding day (not to mention, you don’t have to spend for their airfare at all!)
5. numerous additional design ideas like snowflakes, poinsettia, mistletoe, wreaths and berries can be included in the theme.
6. there’s magic in the air!
7. and, my personal favorite, you have the right to go crazy with sparkly things like lights, crystals, candles and glitter!

the wedding dress

for winter: faux fur and stylish jackets

if christmas happens during winter in your country, take warmth into consideration. remember, bundling up doesn’t mean looking frumpy and shapeless. you can keep the cut of your dream gown using warm fabrics like brocade or faux fur. you can even use a stylish coat or jacket.

fur, either trim or a full-on coat, adds the perfect charm to a winter wedding dress.

from bride and wed-shopping.

i have always loved the sight of a slim jacket over a bouffant skirt, like this cardigan (left) or this structured overcoat (right).

from fashionbride.

for the maximalist: gold and platinum with lots of embellishment

what is christmas decorating if not shiny? radiate the season in shades of the most precious metals in materials that sparkle and extra-elaborate details that will give the june bride a run for her money. this is december, this is the holiday, this is your chance to live out your most opulent fantasies.

yards and yards of material in gold or platinum in keeping with the traditional christmas scheme. you have the right to remain shiny!

from wedding ideas magazine.

pearls, crystals, lace, tulle... embellish to your heart's content!

dress at left from elie saab.

for the sweet and stylish: red and green bows

like christmas presents that come with a bow, an elegant dress with a sash tied into a nifty ribbon will evoke wonderful memories of the season.

whether on an art deco-inspired design (left) or a jane austen-esque cut (right) a sash pulls the dress together.

from bridalwave.

although a simple sash without the bow is also very attractive, the idea is to create a parallel to gifts. and they usually come with a bow.

from onewed.

for the bold: red and green dresses

red and green may not make a traditional wedding dress, but everybody knows they are traditional christmas shades. if you are courageous enough, why not take the plunge? reds in ruby or burgundy; greens in emerald or forest hues.

if you can handle it, go all out and wear the season's shades.

from red hot brides and bridalwave.

not that bold? then put the red and green in the details.

from house of brides.

and, finally, my favorite:

from okbbaru.

a long lean trench that drags down to the floor in a flowy train with fur trim and crystals around the waist. over a slinky gown. and those gloves, that purse, that little tiara! stuff sleigh-ride-in-the-snow dreams are made of!

Deux fois par an, la Grande Braderie de la Mode fait le bonheur des fashionistas en proposant des vêtements de créateurs neufs et tirés des collections récentes à des prix en baisse jusqu’à moins 70 %…

Cette année, l’événement s’allie avec l’association de lutte contre le sida AIDES, qui fête son vingt-cinquième anniversaire. A cette occasion, près de 150 marques vendues sur la braderie offriront des pièces issues de leurs dernières collections dans le but de récolter des fonds pour AIDES.

Parrainée par Didier Grumbach, président de la Fédération Française de la la Couture, du Prêt-à-Porter des Couturiers et des Créateurs de Mode, la Grande Braderie se déroulera le samedi 5 décembre (de 9h à 19h) et le dimanche 6 décembre (de 12h à 18h) dans les locaux de l’agence de publicité BETC Euro RSCG, un des partenaires majeurs de l’opération, au Passage du Désir  85/87, rue du Faubourg Saint Martin 75010 Paris.

Alors, si vous avez envie de contribuer à la lutte contre ce fléau qui touche déjà près de 150 000 personnes en France, tout en vous dénichant des perles rares siglées Christian Lacroix, Elie Saab,  Stella Cadente, Yves Saint Laurent et Zadig & Voltaire, rendez-vous à Paris ce week end !

Campagne BETC Euro RSCG pour la Grande Braderie de Mode AIDES

Pour une fois je ne vais pas faire l’article d’un nouveau produit mais plutôt vous donnez l’occasion d’aller les découvrir par vous même.

Dans les semaines qui arrivent vont se tenir de nombreux salons dédiés aux jeunes créateurs de mode, de bijoux, d’accessoires, de cosmétiques et j’en passe. Il se tiendra aussi  des marchés de Noël avec des produits dégriffés à tomber par terre et donc de bonnes affaires à faire si vous aimez flâner.

Je m’adresse souvent aux parisiennes mais là réjouissez vous, certains salons se tiennent aussi en Province

15ème Marché des Modes - Roubaix

Pour nos amies du Nord voici le Marché des Modes de Roubaix. Il se tiendra le vendredi 4, samedi 5 et dimanche 6 décembre à l‘Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Industries Textiles (ENSAIT), Avenue Jean Lebas, 59100 Roubaix. L’entrée est gratuite alors profitez!

La Grande Braderie de la Mode - Paris et Marseille

La Grande Braderie de la Mode se tient à Paris et à Marseille. Elle aura lieu le samedi 5 et le dimanche 6 décembre à Paris au BETC, 85/87 rue du Faubourg Saint Martin, 75010.  En ce qui concerne Marseille, cela sera le vendredi 11 et samedi 12 décembre à l’Espace Mode Méditerranée, 13001.

Cette braderie vous propose des vêtements neufs offerts par des créateurs et des maisons de prêt-à-porter, des objets pour la maison plutôt design avec des prix jusqu’à -80%. Vous trouverez aussi des marques de grands créateurs comme Chloé, Christian Dior, Elie Saab, Yves Saint Laurent ou encore Chantal Thomass.

Les bénéfices réalisés seront reversés à 100% à l’association AIDES, qui lutte contre le VIH. Vous vous faites plaisir tout en faisant une bonne action.

Marché de Noël des Créateurs - Paris

Le Marché de Noël des Créateurs se tient à Paris les dimanches 6 et 13 décembre au Container, 9 cité des Trois Bornes, 75011.

Ce marché de Noël regroupe des créateurs de vêtements, d’accessoires, de bijoux, de lingerie, de décoration et de cadeaux de naissance. Un moyen plutôt sympa de trouver des cadeaux par un bon dimanche de décembre.

Atelier Terre de Sienne - Paris

L’Atelier Terre de Sienne aura lieu à Paris le vendredi 11, samedi 12 et dimanche 13 décember au 8 cours Saint Pierre dans le 17ème arrondissement de Paris.

Cette petite vente-exposition regroupera 6 créateurs d’accessoires fantaisie. L’affiche donne le ton et si vous êtes dans le coin ça vaut le détour.

J’espère que ces différents salons et ventes vous permettront de faire de bonnes découvertes, de bonnes emplettes et que vous en aurez plein les mirettes

I was making paper snowflakes today and then it just dawned on me. Elie Saab. Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2009. Inspiration: paper snowflakes? Decide for yourself:

I mean why else would a designer have an entire white collection like this? But, wait my epiphany continues. I’m sure you all remember Chanel’s Spring 2009 Couture collection. White paper origami and paper cutouts were used as decorations for the runway:

Is there a connection between the two? Well, let’s compare and contrast, shall we.

Similaries:

- Both collections have no color (Saab only white, Chanel black and white)

- Both resemble paper creations

Differences:

- Chanel’s came out a whole season before Saab (ooo. strike one Elie. sorry, dude)

- Chanel is Chanel, Saab is Saab. (um… strike two?)

- Saab features much more whimsical designs

What do you think? I don’t know. I am just procrastinating (I don’t want to do my homework) right now, and just wanted to post something… But seriously, do you agree?

(I still love you Elie, no hard feelings?)

–Autumn Wakefield

Before fashion week starts,  anticipation levels are high. But when your favorite designer releases a new collection, it’s your chance to observe and conjure ideas for your own wardrobe. There’s nothing more liberating than being a leader, and starting a trend. Fashion designers can be that much needed guide to give you that extra needed little push. There were an abundance of trends in the spring/summer 2010 fashion weeks, but Rouz Daily picked the ones worth noting.

Set 1. If you feel your wardrobe needs some inspiration, consider the theory of perspectival illusionism. Trompe l’oeil (trick the eye) is an old baroque method that’s making a comeback in fashion this spring.  Hiroko Koshino, Caroline Charles, and Iodice have all adapted the technique in their spring/summer 2010 collections creating soft, playful, fascinating minimalist dresses. But because the look creates a dramatic effect, accessories are best kept to a minimum.

Set 2. Practical and roomy, breeches are a must-wear item for 2010. Replacing the harem pant, the breech is refined fashion emblem going back to the 1920s. Whether worn in tradition beige (RM by Roland Mouret), bright neon (Salvatore Ferragamo)or Spanish inspired (Falguni & Shane Peacock), there’s no correct way to wear them, it’s just fashionable to have them.

Set 3. Don’t believe the stereotype, grey is not a gloomy colour. Fashion Editor Christine Centener of Harper’s Bazaar Australia wears it exquisitely, and she was the inspiration behind me selecting this trend. Designers Wayne, Fin and Yigal Azrouël know not to underestimate the power of the monochromatic hue. Grey can be accentuated with loud shoes, the bag and accessories, or be left simple and it’s still guaranteed to illicit a chic effect.

Set 4. It started in 1607 as a single turkey-plume headpiece for Pocahontas, the temptress to Captain John Smith. Now it’s been extended to shoes and particularly – dresses. The Feather Hem Dress is dainty and ravishing. And designers such as Roksanda Ilincic, Giambattista Valli and Naeem Khan are relishing in the ruffle of features this spring.

Set 5. Victoria Beckham spearheaded a movement in the fashion industry. Her ingenuity for sharp edges, cleans lines and short bouffant skirts had designers including Dennis Basso, Elie Saab and Elise Overland fleeing to the drawing board to emulate her look for their collections.

Set 6. Caped-sleeves personify that 1930s movie star whose fashion eloquence we all craved. Designers Eva and Delia, threeASFOUR and Erin Fetherston are utilizing the look and as you can see, it’s produced successful results. Bring out your inner Carole Lombard and Joan Crawford with a cape-sleeved coat. Match it with some long leather gloves and fedora to complete the look.

Il y a quelques temps je vous parlais du Fashion Studio sur le site d’H&M, il vous permettait de créer des looks sur des mannequins virtuels.

D’autres sites se mettent à cette tendance dont ce nouveau magazine de mode en ligne, Mode Actually, qui dispose d’un onglet “Fashion Simulateur”. Kézako me direz-vous? Ce simulateur vous permet de composer des tenues ultra fashion et glamour avant de finaliser votre achat en boutique. Le site a fait des choix d’exception avec des marques comme Elie Saab, Pucci, Gucci etc… Votre mannequin virtuel peut donc arborer des tenues de défilés mais aussi des pièces classiques vendues par les partenaires du site. Partenariats prestigieux avec des enseignes comme Colette ou encore Montaigne Market.  Si vous vous sentez l’âme d’une prescriptrice de la mode, vous avez la possibilité de vous créer un profil pour partager vos looks, plutôt sympa!

Rien est à vendre en direct sur le site, il vous permet juste de faire des essais de toutes les tenues dont vous pouvez rêver et après craquer en boutique si vous en avez envie (ou plutôt le budget pour!).

Cette idée est née de l’imagination de 3 frères et soeurs : William, Chloé et Jennifer! Jennifer vous propose d’être votre “Personnal Stylist” via Twitter (so trendy) et si votre requête est pertinente, vous pourrez même apparaitre dans le magazine

Source

Page d'accueil du simulateur Mode Actually

Création d'un look : Robe et Chaussures Barbara Bui, Bracelet Marni

Autre idée de look plus Rock - Legging en cuir The Kooples, T-shirt et Veste DSquared, Bottes Tory Burch et Sac Barbara Bui

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Détrôné par Dubaï au fil des ans, Beyrouth compte redevenir une destination privilégiée pour le luxe au Moyen-Orient, avec l’implantation de grands noms tel Dior ou Louis Vuitton, et des “souks” modernes qui offriront le nec plus ultra du shopping.

 

Esta chica siempre consigue estar perfecta. Clásica, elegante a la manera de divas como Grace Kelly, sobria pero impecable. Esto, unido a su debilidad por vestir de blanco, la convierte en el perfecto modelo de inspiración para las novias. Podemos copiar su estilo de la cabeza a los pies porque ella es sinónimo de buen gusto y saber estar. Y hasta arriesgarnos con vestidos cortos… Si lo lleva Diane Kruger, todo parece más fácil.

Para empezar este precioso modelito de Chanel de tul de seda y con aplicaciones que simulan pétalos. El tejido es una maravilla y, aunque no hemos encontrado en las colecciones nupciales nada igual, sí nos ha recordado a este vestido de Elie Saab para Pronovias.

Aunque largo y hasta los pies los juegos de encaje y los adornos del tejido nos recuerdan al vestido lucido por la alemana.

Estos dos modelos de Manuel Mota 2010 para Pronovias sí tienen más parecido. El primero, corto y más beige y el segundo con una chaquetilla a juego y lazo bajo el pecho.

Mucho más nupcial es este otro modelo de estilo helénico en los pliegues de la caída y pecho cruzado con pedrería que lució en la alfombra roja. En Pronovias encontramos dos vestidos bastante parecidos.

Prácticamente idéntico lo encontramos en Alejandra Svarc.

Aunque con diferencias es el mismo concepto de vestido. El primero (aunque en la fotografía casi no se aprecia) la pedrería va en tiras cruzadas, al igual que en el de Diane. El segundo recarga sólo la franja superior. De cualquier forma, las semejanzas con el de la protagonista de Troya saltan a la vista.

Más inspiración helénica en este otro modelo que lució también sobre la alfombra roja.

El detalle de un sólo tirante y el estilo griego lo encontramos en este modelo de la colección 2010 de Rosa Clará. Quizá si rebuscamos en la colección de 2009, donde se apostaba de lleno en el estilo helénico, encontraríamos alguno más. Este, por el momento, nos recuerda bastante. A la derecha os ponemos otro de Elie Saab que, aunque con tela más recia, la forma sí es muy parecida.

Si renunciamos al detalle de un solo tirante encontramos varias opciones más, sobre todo en Pronovias. Hemos seleccionado estos dos modelos -uno palabra de honor y otro de tirantes- ya que repiten la caída del de la actriz, con esos pliegues que sobresalen a la cadera y luego caen. Un corte con mucha clase.

En los Oscar 2006 lució en la alformbra roja este modelo avolantado de Elie Saab de corte sirena y palabra de honor. Este año las colecciones de novias vienen con bastante más volumen, pero de nuevo hay reinterpretaciones que pueden valer.

A la izquierda, un vestido de Cymbeline 2010 algo menos entallado en las piernas pero con el mismo escote palabra de honor y franjas de volantes. La tela es bastante más fina pero el efecto es muy similar. Por otra parte, en Rosa Clará 2010 entontramos esta opción que cambia los volantes por flecos consiguiendo también un efecto muy parecido y en la línea charleston que propone la firma para esta temporada.

De nuevo otro modelo que podría elegir una novia que se decantase por el corto. El vuelo de la falda lo hace perfecto como vestido nupcial.

Aunque la oferta, como es habitual en vestidos cortos, es mucho menor, sí encontramos el mismo estilo en este modelo de Rosa Clará 2010 que prescinde de las mangas y opta por un escote corazón. Eso sí a la falda poco más vuelo se le puede pedir.

Decíamos al principio del post que el estilo de Diane puede copiarse en una boda de la cabeza a los pies. Por eso os dejamos también aquí una selección de sus moños. Siempre los decora con horquillas ornamentadas o pequeños tocados por los que muchas matarían. Pero otro día los analizaremos al detalle…

I just love it when east meets west. Elie Saab is one of my favorite all-time designers when it comes to dresses designed for special occasions. His dresses are never overboard with detail and are always perfect. Here at the 2009 Golden Globe Awards, Beyonce is seen wearing a very elegant Elie Saab dress. I’m going to let the picture talk now:

Elie Saab is a Lebanese fashion designer, and one of the few Middle Eastern designers that has gained credibility in the Western fashion industry.

Seguro que has oído un millón de veces que las bodas de invierno son las más elegantes. Sin embargo, uno de los temas más complicados de casarse en esta época del año es encontrar un vestido adecuado. Palabras de honor, escotes de espalda, mini tirantes… son las líneas dominantes en las colecciones nupciales. Pero no las únicas y nosotras hemos buscado para ti las opciones más abrigadas. ¡No te congeles en tu boda!

-Opción clásica: colecciones como Pronovias o Manuel Mota siempre suelen incluir algún modelo más clásico y ‘tapado’. Son modelos de líneas sencillas y telas rígidas, perfectos para las más tradicionales.

Una de las opciones que más nos ha gustado dentro de esta línea sobria y regia es este modelo de Jesús Peiró 2010. El cuello barco y las mangas tres-cuartos lo hacen resistente al frío y el cinturón-joya y la original cola le dan un aire diferente dentro del clasicismo.

Rosa Clará 2010 también aporta su granito de arena para las novias más frioleras con algunos modelos como este, de auténtica princesa medieval con pedrería en cuello y mangas.

En Pronovias y Manuel Mota hay varias opciones, aunque la verdad bastante insustanciales. En la colección de Valentino Sposa para Pronovias, sin embargo, nos ha llamado la atención este modelo, muy sencillo pero con un toque de originalidad.

Otra opción sobria pero elegante sacada de Rosa Clará 2010.

-Líneas vaporosas: Que la boda sea en invierno tampoco significa que tengas que escoger obligatoriamente un tejido más duro. Los vestidos ligeros quedan perfecto también si se acompañan de una chaquetita o estola blanca (de piel) para la ceremonia. Durante la celebración seguro que ya hará más calor…

¿Quién no se enamoró el año pasado del vestido que lució María Palacios en su boda con Lecquio? En entubodamecole incluso dimos algunas ideas para copiar su estilismo y encontramos modelos bastante parecidos. Este año Rosa Clará, diseñadora del modelo, incluye en su colección un modelo gemelo pero en color blanco en lugar del violáceo que lució Palacios. Hasta incluye el detalle de que las mangas largas se pueden poner y quitar en cualquier momento.

También Rosa Clará, pero en la colección de Jesús del Pozo 2010, encontramos este diseño, muy sencillo y con aire de bailarina.

¿Quién dijo sobriedad? Christian Lacroix diseña para Rosa Clará este modelo de mangas muy abullonadas y maxi lazo a la cintura. No todo el mundo es capaz de llevar este vestido con estilo pero quien lo consiga triunfa seguro.

Siéntete como la Reina de las Nieves con este modelo de Pronovias.

- Encaje al por mayor: Por supuesto, el encaje no está reñido con el invierno y encontramos varios modelos con el mismo fin de no pasar frío.

Valentino Sposa propone para Pronovias esta opción de manga tres cuartos y un encaje decorado muy elegante.

También se rinde al encaje Elie Saab en varios de los vestidos que ha diseñado para Pronovias. Éste es uno de nuestros favoritos con la transparencia en escote y brazos.

Vale, no es la opción más abrigada pero seguro que con una capita de piel no te entrará nada de frío. Este otro modelo de Elie Saab también nos ha dado en nuestro corazoncito, la forma de las mangas es preciosa…. así que se ha ganado a pulso ser incluida en este especial mangas….

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Essendo che questa settimana sono stata molto impegnata e ci sono stati innumerevoli eventi mondani, vi posto gli outfit che mi hanno colpito di più, dagli Europe Music Awards agli eventi mondani di New York. A voi il verdetto sulla “Best dressed”!

Leighton Meester ha partecipato al lancio del libro “You Know You Want It Style – Inspiration – Confidence”, a New York. Ha scelto un abito dai disegni astratti di Marios Schwab, abbinato però a degli orrendi tronchetti open toe con maxy plateau e bracciale di borchie. Appunto per il prossimo evento: scegliere meglio le scarpe.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor, per la “Emerald Ball”, ha scelto un abito nero abbinato ad accessori rossi. Ha indossato un abito Elie Saab con pailettes, unito ad una splendida clutch a forma di labbra Lulu Guinness ed a dei sandali rossi con leggero plateau e tacco a spillo. Secondo me uno dei look migliori della settimana.

Katy Perry è stata senza dubbio la protagonista degli EMA, con cambi di abito spettacolari e look sempre diversi. Una cosa che però ha scelto è senza dubbio di rimanere chic ed elegante, abbandonando gli abiti un pò più stravaganti che aveva usato l’anno scorso. Alla conferenza stampa ha indossato un abito Jenny Packham, abbinato alle Cancanm shoes di Louis Vuitton. Per il redcarpet ha scelto invece un abito Marchesa. In entrambi i casi penso abbia scelto un look impeccabile e molto fine, con abiti che le vestivano addosso perfettamente e le lasciavano un pò quella sensualità da pin-up.

Diane Kruger ha indossato questo splendido abito Chanel in occasione del galà invernale Chanel “Fete D’Hiver”. Se nelle sfilate era stato abbinato ai collant di pizzo ed aveva un lungo strascico blu di tulle, lei preferisce indossarlo in modo semplice, abbianandolo a normalissimi sandali neri.

Pixie Lott ha fatto la sua prima apparizione sul redcarpet degli EMA, indossando un abito nero D&G. Per qualcuno è stata una scelta troppo semplice, non da lei, io invece apprezzo molto quest’abito e penso che sia molto elegante, specialmente con le decoltè che indossa (non sono sicura siamo D&G..).

In just a few hours, we’re gonna be blessed by the musical magic that is the European Music Awards, hosted by Katy Perry. This year it’s gonna be in Berlin, with performances by Shakira, Leona Lewis, Green Day, Beyonce and more. The EMAs never fail to deliver a blood pumping show… ahem unlike their American counterpart…

Last year’s EMAs were cute and fruity, according to Katy Perry. She adds that this year, the fruits have gone sour. It’s gonna be a dark and sexy show. Rumour has it that it might be a cabaret theme. But whatever it is, this year promises to bring a very sexy night. Can’t wait to watch all the performances…

This is another event where fashion and music cross paths… Nowadays it’s really becoming more and more common as celebrities like Shakira, Beyonce and Rihanna are becoming more interested in fashion, incorporating it into their own music and performances.

So, what is one supposed to do while they’re in anxious anticipation for their favourite singer’s appearance at the EMAs…? Fantasize of course! It’s really very therapeutic if you’re under a lot of stress. What I did was just put together a couple of outfits I wish and pray Shakira would wear during the show.

1. THE RED CARPET.

Elie Saab Spring/Summer 2010

The red carpet of any event is where you’re supposed to shine the brightest. This stunning gown would make Shakira look nothing less than a deity herself. This would go amazingly well with her figure and well… it’s just a wonderful dress. Así es perfecto…

2. PERFORMANCE

Thierry Mugler

Ok ok, we all know that Shakira is going to be sporting a Gold Leotard covered in mirrors (now you know), but a guy can dream, can’t he? This beautiful piece by Thierry Mugler looks like it was made for her figure, and it even has mirrors, something Shakira seems to be enjoying recently. She Wolf performed in this would definitely steal the show. My body’s craving, so feed the hungry…

3. PRESENTING

Versace Spring/Summer 2009

If Shakira were to present an award to someone else, I say let her steal the spotlight a bit and have a little wardrobe change. A woman can never have too many dresses right? And when else would she have the opportunity to wear them? Lucky she has strong legs like her mother…

4. WINNING

Elie Saab Spring/Summer 2010

Up for Best Female and Best Video, Shakira would the one stunning She Wolf if  she goes up to collect her award(s) in this nymph-like number. Somebody bring me some shades, this dress is dazzling! Ay me voy otra vez…

5. AFTER PARTY

Balmain Fall/Winter 2009

You don’t expect Shakira to go back to her hotel room and sleep after the show, do you? She’s totally pumped for the nightlife in Berlin and this time she hopes to go around clubbing, unlike the last time when everything was closed. But not before attending some of the hottest after parties of night. Shakira’s gonna end her night the way it started, looking ferocious! Long time, baby, long time…

Good luck to everyone who’s nominated!

The theme of Prom this year is Hollywood. So I thought, why not discuss the possibilities of the upcoming event? Personally, I’m not going to be attending it as I won’t be in town at that time. But anyways…

So. What is Hollywood? It’s more than just the glitz and glamour. Hollywood is a lifestyle. It’s about the facade, the fame and living in the moment. It’s the “live fast, die young, stay beautiful” attitude that makes it so recklessly enticing. No one cares about about inner beauty and what a good person you are. It’s all bull. Hollywood is about living your life under the public’s eyes. And that means you have to look like a million dollars. This is the time to work it like Naomi Campbell. It’s the night you’re gonna be a superstar.

LET IT FLOW: Don’t be afraid to go for long gowns.

Nothing shouts “HOLLYWOOD” as loudly as a glamorous gown, flowing down lusciously. It also does great things for your figure. If you’re a beautiful tall girl, this is the perfect thing for you. The only bad thing that might happen is someone might mistake you for a Goddess. This look is best suited with either your hair down or wrapped up like a Grecian Goddess. A good thing, or well actually a bad thing, is that you don’t have to worry too much about shoes. A lot of these dresses go over your feet. Light and airy, almost liquid-like, these gowns is bound to create some heat on the red carpet.

ROCK IT OUT: Ok, I’ll admit it, gowns are glam, but mini dresses are sizzling!

This breed of dresses may not portray the typical Hollywood star… but let’s face it, times are changing. More and more stars and swapping their trains for a show of legs. It’s the new trend with young celebrities showing up at red carpet events donning an Herve Leger or Emilio Pucci. I mean, why not? It’s not only sexy, but it tricks the eyes and makes you look taller. How great is that? So rock this look with crazy curls an killer heels. A great thing about this is that even after prom, you can still reuse the dress for partying!

These are just some of my thoughts and hopefully you guys can get inspired.

At the end of the day, it’s really up to you how you end up looking. It’s thanks to you if you look like you’re just arriving from LA, after shooting a movie… And it’s also your fault if you end up looking like a drowned fish. Just take some time to think things through! Good luck!

(all images from style.com)

Okay, I know that Paris Fashion Week ended a couple of weeks ago, but it took me a while to look at all of the shows because (1) They are so fabulous and (2) There are so many!  The designers showing in Paris definately kept the standard of the being the best.  I was absolutely blown away by some of the shows and there were an impressive amount of collections where I loved every piece (Chanel, Tsumori Chisato, Givenchy, Rue du Mail, Valentino, Isabel Marant….to name a few).  AMAZING.  Anyway, there were many pieces that represented the trends that I’ve mentioned in the past few posts, but there were also a couple new looks that I will talk about as well.  But for the most part, for the Paris collections, anything goes!  I saw some pieces that were super structured, some that were relaxed, some pleated, some tight, bright colors, dark neturals and everything in between!  Here are some examples of what I thought were the best:

Trend: Cute Minis

Just like the rest, these are from the designers’ Spring line, but these cute little numbers are easily layered and totally in for the Fall!

Trend: Grecian Inspired Draping

This look is so flattering and serves as a great palate to add layers.

Trend: Metallics

This look wasn’t as flashy or abundant on the Paris runways, but it definitely still had a presence!

Trend: Jumpsuits & Rompers

These pieces are so easy to wear right now.  They are perfect with tights, a cardigan and a great belt!

Trend: Asymmetric

Trend: Ruffles & Bows

Lots and lots of ruffles!

Staple: Cool Jackets

Especially now, a unique jacket really makes an outfit pop.  Check these out for inspiration:

Staple: Cute Shorts

Ultra-feminine and comfortable, enough said!  Flowy shorts are perfect to pair with patterned tights when it gets a bit chilly.

Staple: White Suit

Classic, chic & never goes out of style.

Styling Trend: Strong v. Feminine

Balance any outfit with this technique!  In Paris, it was mostly used with draping.

Styling Trend: Mixing Prints

Can be tricky, but take a few pointers from Dries Van Noten; the majority of their looks were compiled of patterned layers.

New Trend: Relaxed Pants

Whereas we saw a lot of Harem cut pants on the other runways, in Paris the entire pant leg was relaxed.  But designers also used lux, flowy fabrics, to make these comfortable pieces still luxurious, chic, and ready for a night on the town.  Some are still tailored, but others remind me of a genie pant! (in a good way!)

New Trend: Tuxedo-Inspired

There were a large amount of pieces on the Paris runways that seemed to be inspired by the tuxedo.  Whether the focus is on the lapel, cumberbund, bowtie, dickey, or simply the jacket, these pieces are a great way to dress up a casual outfit.

New Trend: Textures

What’s a great way to amp up some of your pieces? Look for ones that are more than two dimensional!  Textures add a unique dynamic to your every-day outfit.  Not sure where to start?  This is a great time to get textural sweaters, a fun, textured shirt to wear under a cardigan, a furry vest, or even something as simple as a quilted accesory.

The rest of these are just a few more that I enjoyed:

ahhhh, wasn’t that fun? Paris fashion is so inspiring!

Jad is a dear friend that I have known for years. I meet him through my cousin and I always considered him as my little Brother. But the little Brother has grown up to a major designer in Lebanon ! When I meet him I was just applying for Parsons School and he immediately expressed to me his dream of becoming one day a fashion designer.

I of course never though in a million years he will really make it. But here it is, Jad has become a quite popular and successful designer in Lebanon for the past years. Lebanon is not a major fashion platform and has faced a lot of political issues. However, Beirut is at the heart of some of the most influential international well-known designers from Elie Saab, George Chakra, Elio Aziz, Zuhair Murad, Abed Mahfouz, all sparkle the international fashion scene with their glamorous red carpet creations. They are the true masters of evening gowns ! At not even 24 years old,  Jad’s creations compete with the major names, reflecting the atypical Lebanese lavish sparkling couture sophistication.

I am so proud of what he has achieved. Jad is definitely one of these fashion child prodigies following closely the trace of Elie Saab himself.

Jad Ghandour

Ghandour's fashion show

www.jadghandour.com

www.abedmahfouz.com

http://www.georgeschakra.com

www.zuhairmurad.com

www.eliesaab.com

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You can see a news video & small interview with Snejana here. Unfortunately I can’t work out how to embed the actual video, but if someone is able to put it on youtube please send me the link & I’ll post it here. You can see at the end how Snejana brings Elie Saab to the runway to join the girls at the end of the show, very cute moment!

And some more runway pics…

Sources | e-motion.co.ua, ukraine fashion week, tabloid.pravda.ua

Snejana opened the show

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Em Paris os grandes shows de moda!!! Só pra dar um gostinho…

Alexander McQueen como sempre genial.

Balenciaga trouxe uma moda street luxuosa.

Chanel… acho que estou numa fase super fã. Amei. E teve direito até a show de Lily Allen. Quer ver? Clique aqui!!! 

Chloé mostrou que bege e branco vêm com tudo nessa estação em diferentes formas.

Christian Dior  dispensa comentários…

Elie Saab… esse azul é tendência no verão!! Apostem!

Emanuel Ungaro… com Lindsay Lohan… uhn será?? Não sei não. Só posso dizer que pink também é tendência.

Gareth Pugh muito bom like always.

Hermès

Hussein Chalayan não foi seu o melhor desfile mas como sempre inova.

Issey Miyake muito lindo. Principalmente o jogo de estampas.

Jean Paul Gaultier

Imagens: Style.com

Chloé

Alfaiataria masculina em blazers e calças. Tecidos esvoaçantes em vestidos longos e looks em total jeans. Na cartela de cores, nudes, off-white, branco e cáqui.

Celine

A modelagem aplicada é reta em saias, calças e blusas, esta última ultra colada no corpo. O couro também é utilizado, e na cartela de cores, azul, preto e nude.

Elie Saab

Os vestidos luxuosos de Elie Saab aparceram com trabalho de drapeado em tamanhos minis, médios e longos. Os bordados com pedrarias aplicados complementaram as peças de festa. Nos decotes, tomara-que-caia, princesa e um ombro só.

Alexander McQueen

Com uma estética futurista, as modelos pareciam alienígenas na passarela. As peças receberam modelagem estruturada, com quadris e ombros marcados e volumosos. Nas peças, vestidos e macacões. Os acessórios foram um show a parte, com sapatos com plataformas altíssimas e construção ovalada na parte frontal. Nos materias dos acessórios, muita pele de cobra, verniz e aplicação de pedrarias nos modelos em tecido. Nas mãos, carteira de tamanho médio.

Fotos: Reprodução