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DSquared2 Resort 2012

The era of the 70-s with its platform shoes and bell-bottomed jeans is definitely one of the most exciting decades in fashion, and there is nothing surprising in the fact that it has been for two seasons that the bright and recognizable style of the 70-s reigns on the international podium. The tribute to the popular style has been paid by the DSquared2 fashion brand designers in their new 2012 Resort collection.

All the recognizable attributes of the seventies’ style – from the famous knee flare bell-bottom pants to overalls and platform footwear – have been included into the DSquared2 cruise wardrobe. But the spice of the collection is, first of all, interesting and eye-catching color patterns. Keeping up with the trend, which brought popularity to the combination of the most unexpected colors, the DSquared2 designers suggest combining bright yellow with deep blue and bright, almost neon blue with a “zebra” print in the 2012 cruise wardrobe.

Fashion’s Night Out 2011

The night of grand shopping, Fashion’s Night Out, which has already evolved into a worthy tradition of the fashion industry, will once again be held in major cities around the world this September.

Fashion fans from Russia will be the first to estimate the extent of the grand event – Fashion’s Night Out events will be held there on September 6. Spain will be the next country to host the event on September 7, and on September 8 it will visit most European countries (France, Italy, Germany, Portugal), as well as the United States, Brazil, Australia, and Korea. In fact, Fashion’s Night Out will last for a week: the corresponding events will be held in Taiwan and India on September 10, in China on September 11, and on September 15 it will visit Greece and Turkey. November 4 will be the day when all the chief editors of various Vogue editions – from Anna Wintour to Franca Sozzani, the editor of the Italian Vogue, and Emmanuelle Alt from Vogue France – will gather at the opening of Fashion’s Night Out in Tokyo. The Fashion’s Night Out events will be held in Tokyo in memory of the victims of the devastating earthquake in Japan which occurred in March.

Of course, the fashion designers are getting ready for the Fashion’s Night Out in advance – not just planning fashion events, but working on special collections as well. For example, the British fashion designer Matthew Williamson will present a new line of MW by Matthew Williamson as a part of London Fashion’s Night Out, and the Alexander McQueen brand will release an exclusive collection of jewelry.

Catwoman for Chanel Ad

A very unusual idea has been selected for Chanel advertisement campaign in the Fall-2011 season.

The author of the idea is Karl Lagerfeld. The key person in Chanel manages almost everything. In particular, he participates in all promotional photos. Karl not only illuminates the brand with fresh ideas, he stands at the photocamera and thoroughly examines the models’ preparation for the shooting.

The new unusual idea is also Lagerfeld’s handiwork. But this time Karl has slightly betrayed his muse, Claudia Schiffer. At least the photo that is being published is made without her. Perhaps there will be some more photos with her participation, but it has not been revealed yet.

Karl was helped by Carine Roitfeld, the stylist and the chief editor of the French version of the Vogue magazine until 2011.

The role of the Catwoman was performed by the model Freja Beha Erichsen.

Amy Winehouse’s Fashion Legacy

Among the legacy left to us by the Gone-Too-Soon British soul diva her distinctive style should come very close to the top of the list. Her overboard proclivities aside, Amy Winehouse succeeded in coming out as an outstanding fashionista with a strong and lasting statement. Having given a powerful jolt to the British music stage of the turn of the century, she left a similar dint upon the fashion world.

Here’s a fashion tribute to Winehouse, 27, found dead on Saturday afternoon in her London house, a reminder of the highlights of her unique style that will continue to inspire professionals and fans alike.

Beehive Hairdo, often decorated with headbands and flowers, has long become an outstanding feature of the singer’s appearance. Karl Lagerfeld’s 2007 Chanel runway show with heavily bouffanted and eyelined models is one of the most memorable events of the time to demonstrate Winehouse’s influence. Lagerfeld openly credited her as his source of inspiration calling her “a beautiful, gifted artist.”

Eyeliner effect that was too pronounced at times as she traced the pattern beyond her brows somehow fitted in with her definite retro elements and provided that additional quirky twist that brought out the cat goddess side of her personality and more.

Ballet-clad feet were her spunky step outside omnipresent platform and stiletto footwear. Often seen walking about in flat ballet slippers, Winehouse was also known as a devoted Fred Perry fan and last year she partnered on a collection of fairly unassertive and prudent women’s clothing. Of course, on stage she often strutted around in sexy dresses and heels with toes peeping out.

Tattoos were a significant part of Winehouse’s appearance as they came up to more than a dozen over the years, from the name of her ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil which she had tattooed on her chest when they met to all kinds of images like an anchor, a horseshoe and an angel.

Karl Lagerfeld’s Collection for Macy’s for Less Than $ 100

Very soon, the fashion clothes created by one of the acknowledged masters of fashion, Karl Lagerfeld, will be available literally for a song: the prices for the models from Lagerfeld’s Collection for Macy’s, which will be available in the U.S. stores on August 31, will start from the price of just $50 which is a really small sum of money for Lagerfeld, a designer with an international reputation and prestige.The Macy’s representatives describe the capsule collection as Lagerfeld’s “modern version of recognizable aesthetics”. These are, first of all, exquisite and at the same time rather simple articles of clothing – a lot of tweed, T-shirts with prints, jackets, everyday dresses and evening gowns. In total, Karl Lagerfeld’s collection for Macy’s will represent 45 limited models of fashion clothes. They will be available on sale in 235 stores across the USA and online, on Macy’s web-site (which also offers the service of purchase delivery outside the USA).

Givenchy Accessories FW 2011-2012

The prêt-a-porte collections shown at the Paris catwalk by the Givenchy fashion house from season to season seem too extravagant and bold for many. It is interesting that the accessories offered by Givenchy in the prêt-a-porte collection in the new season, to vary your autumn-winter wardrobe, are just opposite in style. Instead of the avant-garde, Givenchy offers classic luxury, an impeccable design and temperate forms.

Of course, the new Givenchy pre-fall 2011 accessories collection is not limited to classic business bags: it includes bulky everyday bags and evening clutches, and even bags and suitcases for those who like to travel with maximum comfort.

David Beckham Joins Hands With H&M

David Beckham has created a bodywear range and has signed a deal with H&M to sell his new bodywear range.
The soccer star, who has been designing a bodywear range with his team for a past year, has signed a long term distribution deal with the Swedish high street chain to sell his range.
He said: "Over the past year, I've been developing my bodywear range with my team and I'm extremely positive about what we have designed and produced.
"The final piece in the jigsaw was a retail partner who has the vision and capability to distribute these products globally. In H&M we have found the perfect partner to collaborate with going forward, I'm excited and looking forward to showcasing the range to H&M customers from February." He added.
David Beckham’s range will be available in 1,800 stores in 40 countries.

Giles Deacons designs Nail Varnish Range

Giles Deacon is playing with interesting hues for his latest nail varnish range for New Look.

The British designer is planning to bring in some leopard prints, summer perfect lilac and pink and more autumnal tones of burgundy and gold to bring a spark of sizzling gold in nail arts.
The collection will be sold by New Look under the name Gold by Giles.

Can’t wait to get my hands on Giles interesting nail color palette!