High street chain H&M is truly friendly to the budget conscious fashionista. Though at times they collaborate with famous fashion designers as Karl Lagerfeld, Versace and more, they would always bring something from these collaborations that the average salary-woman could afford. H&M is set to launch its eco-friendly Glamour Conscious Collection which as can be recalled included Michelle Williams black-ivory ensemble at the BAFTA awards. A design inspired by the dress will be available at the local stores. The collection is part of H&M’s goal to incorporate more sustainable fabrics into their apparel, an initiative that started in 2004 and has made buyers conscious of the ...
Archives for March 2012
Elie Kemper at the Oscars
--- “Bridesmaids” star Elie Kemper totally shone at the red carpet at the 84th Annual Academy Awards in an Armani Privé gown - literally glittering! Ellie was a head-turner. The gold and topaz accessories from Lorraine Schwartz went well with the fiery strapless gown - look closely to see the embroidered sequins in shades of scarlet, rust and gold. This gown, which comes from the Fall/Winter 2010 haute couture collection, perfectly clung to Ellie's perfect silhouette. Her clutch, a gold-beaded Ferragamo is worth mentioning too. Even her hair in a lovely shade of brownish to match her dress is noticeable, would have loved it parted a bit or without the bangs but that would make her ...
Purple at the Oscars 2012
During Awards Nights when the celebrities go about flaunting their gowns, my favorite colors would be red, nude, pastel shades and of course, purple. This year's Oscars has a scarcity of purple in it so here are three (perhaps only them) --- with shades of or close to purple that stood out during the night. Sarah Hyland dons a flowing Alberta Feretti plum gown which featured a collected bodice ?n? asymmetrical straps. She wore the piece with ease and matched it with a loose, low bun ?n? bronze eye makeup that is simple but elegant. Maya Rudolph in a cap-sleeved purple gown by Johanna Johnson. The gown has a light mermaid silhouetted skirt and is noticeably beautiful with crystal ...
Elie Saab: Magical dreams
Futuristic, bizarre, entertaining, colorful and even animalistic were the designs showcased and admired at the couture shows in Paris Fashion Week. However, one designer who creates to excite and stir no-frills is Elie Saab (47) - with his timeless, beautiful evening gowns. As one of the last set, Elie Saab presented his haute couture collection. Most dresses were in pastel and had the design and feel typical for Elie Saab. The inspiration for this collection were accordingly fairy tales and princesses. -- Pink Fridays ...
Paris Fashion Week
Dries Van Noten. Asian-inspired motifs, patterns and patchwork details. ---- Mugler. Sculptural fashion in pure white and black leather-look. ---- Nina Ricci. Sense of style combined with a young girl's family heirlooms. ---- Dior. A ballet-inspired collection in soft shades of rose. ---- More at http://www.vogue.de. ...
