Y-3 x Adidas is a very sucessful example of sportswear and fashion crossover.
Swimwear brand Speedo will be doing a crossover with Comme des Garcons. The collection will feature swimwear for men and women as well as tees.
This year’s themes for Japan Fashion Week A/W 2008 was: ethinicity and romanticism.
Hisui,Hiroki Koshino were definetly influenced by ethinic styles.
Hisui - Hiroko Koshino
Romanticism was shown in Hidenobu Yasui and Motonari Ono’s soft simple creations.
Hidenobu Yasui - Motonari Ono
NY Fashion Week is featuring tons of mustard yellow.Take a look!
DKNY-Lacoste-Nicole Miller-Twinkle by Wenlan
BCBG Max Azria
Every look on the runway was cinched at the waist with a rugged leather and wool belt.I must say, the belt gives a simple chic look to all the outfits.
Nicole Miller
Inspired by Joan of Arc, the fall collection featured color simple blocked tunic dresses, and simple blouson tops with leggings.As well as featuring Joan signifiers like chain mail and fleur-de-lis.
Carl F. Bucherer has launched the Akacrua Fancy Diva Wildcat Watch. The dial and case feature a tiger design which is made of black and cognac and golden yellow diamonds. It is limited to 25 pieces and sells for $70,000.
Trendy or tacky?You decide.
Mulberry is making it’s sunglasses debut for spinrg/summer 2008 with Culter & Gross.
The collection will showcase a small histroy from the archives of Culter & Gross dating back from the bold block colors of the early 80’s to rock & rool style of the 90’s.
The sunglasses are all hand made in France and Italy and are iconic pieces. They are produced from Italian sheet plastic which are then tumble dried and hand polished, to create a beautiful waxy sheen which is synonymous with their style.
Five styles make up the collection and are all exclusive to Mulberry:
The Betsie, Jackie, Francis and Debbie come in both bright and neutral colour ways ranging from bright turquoise and fuchsia to navy’s and whites. A classic Aviator completes the range in striking gold titanium. All the sunglasses come with their own individual cases in patent coloured leather to compliment these different styles.
The retail debut is January 2008, exclusively for the Bond Street flagship store and will retail at £225.
Perfect color combination for spring!
Luella-Thakoon-Gucci-Elie Saab
Beauty relies on the truth, wear your truth. Sir Slistair Rai vows to bring ancient teachings into today’s world.
Raja Karma Dupatta is my newly beloved authentic Hindu Buddhist Prayer Scarf. It is 100% contton, with gold embroidered embrodery.The print is Hindu/Buddhist prayer and is hand painted by artisans in India along with timeless woven “Ghandi” cotton.
Many celebrities in Hollywood have been wearing this prayer scarf as well.
Lindsay Lohan Jessica Alba
Totally Chloe-esque upon first glance!
But guess what?!It’s a Marc by Marc Jacobs bag.This bag uses cream textured leather and silver hardware in a messenger style to make a great school bag, everyday bag, and affordable bag.The bag is at a reasonable size (12″ W x 9.5″ H). There is also a zip fastening pocket on the front and a flap closure with magnets.Buy the bag through Net A Porter for a price of $298!!
Lucy Lui arrives at The Late Show with David Letterman wearing Alexander Mcqueen on January 8th 2008.