Lifestyle

Father’s Day Gift Guide | 2015

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Here are some really great ideas for Father’s Day presents. Whether it is your Father, Grandfather, Husband, Brother or Son they will all appreciate something that they all probably need or that they wouldn’t necessarily buy for themselves. Anything from something utilitarian, such as the French Calf Leather Valet by Chester Mox or the OYOBOX Sunglasses box which will keep them neat and organized. For the man who loves to cook, there’s the Himalayan salt plate that you can actually put…

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Fashion, Mens Fashion

Men’s Outerwear

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A lot of  my clients and friends have inspired this post. Many men know what to wear for work, however in a less formal and more relaxed environment are sort of miffed as to what jacket or coat to wear.  What is great is that many of these coats can be worn to the office or on a weekend. It is always good to start building your wardrobe with basics.  Start with Black, Grey or…

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Fashion, Trends

Cape Crusader

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I have had a penchant for capes since I was a little girl. I collect capes, which means hunting them down each season. Capes or mantles as they are often called have been worn through out history. Capes are utilitarian, while also being dramatic. Spring and Fall are great seasons for Capes. When its too cold not to wear a coat, but you don’t need all the coverage. You can layer underneath them and be…

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Designers

Runway Report: Ellery | Paris Fall 2015 RTW

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An Australian + an Austrian = A Fabulous Paris Fashion Week Show. Kym Ellery’s eponymous collection was truly a standout at Paris Fashion week. The designer is the child of an Artist and as her website bio states: “Ellery was born into a creative household. She grew up surrounded by the Art of her Mother; a New Zealander who worked in Textiles, Print Making and Ceramics.” It is no surprise that Kym Ellery is extremely…

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Designers

Runway Report: Antonio Marras | Milan Fall 2015 RTW

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Art Nouveau (“New Art”) was considered to the forbearer of Modernism. The designs, art, furniture and textiles were all inspired by the sinuous lines of nature. The swirling and undulating flowers, vines, pods and leaves all curved to form what is known today as Art Nouveau. Antonio Marras’ collection was filled with Art Nouveau textiles and detailing. This can be seen in his clothing especially in the blue pieces and it is also echoed throughout…

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Designers

Runway Report: Fashion Week Highlights | London Fall 2015 RTW

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Here are my highlights from London Fashion Week Fall 2015 RTW     Marios Schwab These dresses are hauntingly beautiful and definitely dramatic. The details, in particular, the metal and leather made the inner anatomy outwardly beautiful. This was one of my favorite collections.     Emilia Wickstead Emilia Wickstead’s dress is pattern perfection. Not only is it graphic, but the draping and placement of pattern delivers a dramatic and flattering silhouette.       Erdem…

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Designers

Runway Report: Cushnie et Ochs | New York Fall 2015 RTW

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Cushnie et Ochs Cushnie et Ochs sent curve conscious clothing down the runway. Their collection this year seemed to have a lot of elements from the 30’s and 70’s, which they translated into contemporary shapes. It was tailored and sleek yet feminine and flowing. Michele Ochs and Carly Cushnie manage to have a mix of really sinuous lines that accentuate the best part of women. The clothes are completely wearable. There are some items, which…

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Designers

Runway Report : Thom Browne | New York Fall 2015 RTW

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Thom Browne: New York Runway | Fall 2015 RTW Thom Browne’s latest fall 2015 collection brought Showtime’s Penny Dreadful to mind.  The late Victorian Era is often referred to as “The Cult of Mourning”.  This is due to the fact that Queen Victoria’s late husband Prince Albert was the love of her life and after his death, she spent the rest of her life, which spanned 4 more decades mourning him. This meant wearing all…

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Designers

Runway Report : Alexander Wang | New York Fall 2015 RTW

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Alexander Wang: New York Runway | Fall 2015 RTW “I’ll stop wearing black when they invent a darker colour.”   Wednesday Addams. One can’t help but think that if Wednesday Addams was a grown-up this is what she would look like in present day. Cool, powerful, mysterious, dark, interesting with a bit of Punk, Goth and Heavy-Metal all mixed up. I loved this show. I like to be transported, which Alexander Wang does through the uniformity of his…

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Academy Awards Red Carpet Winners
Celebrities

The Academy Awards Red Carpet

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The Academy Awards Red Carpet. Here are my Fashion Award Winners of The 87th Academy Awards :     Laura Dern was stunning in this wondrous Alberta Ferretti Dress, which was evocative of Joan of Arc with mesh, stud, beading and embroidery, which culminated in geometric pattern perfection.   Naomi watts gave us edgy elegance in her Armani Privé gown. The pattern seemed like the most delicately beaded brick pattern. I enjoyed the unexpected bandeau and…

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