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Koi Suwannagate 2009 Resort Collection

2008-07-29T19:14:00.000-07:00

These are Koi Suwannagate's 2009 Resort Collection.

I think Koi Suwannagate's designs are lovely! I love the colors, the cuts.. Absolutely lovely!

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Fall 2008 Trends

2008-07-29T18:54:00.000-07:00

These are the trends for the Fall 2008 season. Better stock up on these items to make sure that you'll definitely be trendy come September!

The Belle Curves

The Country Life

The Long View

The Minimalist Tendency

The Superhero Worship

The Winter Garden

Trend Alert: The Patchwork

2008-03-24T06:17:00.000-07:00

Patchwork is in this fall so you better stock up on those colorful patchwork items that were rampant in F/W 2008 fashion shows. Style.com picked out some of the patchwork items that you can buy to be truly "in" this coming season!

(L-R) BCBGirls Nyree pump ($97.95); Kara Ross Patchwork collage clutch ($4,291); Prada Leather T-strap sandal with floral detail ($950); Betseyville by Betsey Johnson Patch Me If You Can hobo ($88); Catherine Malandrino Circle embroidered silk top ($395); Dolce & Gabbana Crocodile Miss Easy Way patchwork handbag; Isabela Capeto Patchwork dress ($1,181); Be & D Kiss satchel ($1,290); Valentino Crocodile patchwork Vendôme clutch ($8,900); Duro Olowu Recycled Bamako dress ($7,600); Urban Outfitters Leather patchwork clutch ($48).

Ato Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Collection

2008-03-14T12:51:00.000-07:00

To continue with Tokyo's fall fashion shows! These are the brand ato's 2008 fall RTW collection. Any thoughts? I think they're cute and some a quite colorful!

BBC on Japanese Fashion

2008-03-13T07:13:00.000-07:00

BBC did a documentary on Japanese fashion - just to make people aware of their unique sense of style. I've always been fascinated on how they're able to make clothes look good together. Different pieces that you normally wouldn't ever dream of putting on together make a really cute outfit when they're wearing them. I'm so jealous!!

Anyway, here's the first part of the documentary:

And the second part:

Thoughts? Violent reactions?

LV's Cassis and Grenade

2008-03-12T11:06:00.000-07:00

Louis Vuitton's Epi Collection features two new colors: Cassis and Grenade.

Aren't they both pretty? I really don't like LV's patent leather design. It's so dull and IMO, ugly. The Cassis and Grenade colors make me want to go and buy myself one of these bags and clutches though. Even the belt, wallet and scarf are all so pretty too!

Thoughts on LV's Epi Collection's new colors?

Turning Japanese

2008-03-12T07:45:00.000-07:00

Kimono ga kirei na...

These are Jotaro Saito's Fall 2008 collection, featured during the first day of the Tokyo Fashion Week. I like the prints of the clothes, especially the one that the girl in the fifth picture is wearing. I'd definitely get myself one of these!

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Hermès Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Bags

2008-03-11T10:36:00.000-07:00

These are the Hermès Fall 2008 RTW bags. Any thoughts? I think they're too dry; then again, I'm the one who would go for anything brightly colored.

Go big and go bold!

2008-03-11T08:08:00.000-07:00

Fall seems to be the season of over-sized accessories like bracelets, necklaces and other fashion jewelries. If you've been taking a close watch on the Fall fashion shows (New York, Milan, Paris and London), I'm sure you would've noticed all those blatant displays of big and bold accessories. Don't get me wrong as I love most of them :)

Here are my picks for Fall 2008's big and bold fashion jewelries:

(L-R: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Anna Sui, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Burberry Prorsum, Christian Lacroix, Dries Van Noten, Emilio Pucci, Doo.Ri, Gucci, Givenchy, Christian Dior, Fendi, John Galliano, Hermes, Hussein Chalayan, Lanvin, Louis Vuitton, Karl Lagerfeld, Marni, Marc Jacobs, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Matthew Williamson, Missoni, Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Lauren, Prada, Tuleh, Vera Wang, Rodarte, YSL, Zac Posen, Viktor & Rolf, Versace)

Wedding Fashion

2008-03-10T11:18:00.000-07:00

We have here five different dresses that you can use as wedding gowns come your special day. I think they're all lovely but if you had to choose one, which among the five dresses would you pick?

Romona Keveza

Reem Acra

Derek Lam

Angel Sanchez

Oscar de la Renta

Photos by NYMag.

Vogue's Posh Cover

2008-03-07T11:33:00.000-08:00

Victoria Beckham is featured in the cover of Vogue UK for the first time in their April 2008 issue. The feature story on Posh is about her relationship with her husband, David Beckham, and of course, her lifestyle - yep, the one that fashion rules. Victoria also talks about her love for high heels especially.

Grabbing a copy?

How to tell if you're a snob...

2008-03-07T09:03:00.000-08:00

One way of determining whether you're some rich, stuck-up snob who belongs to the upper echelons of society is when you own one (or all) of these bags. Designer Purses came up with a list of the most expensive bags available on the market today. Any chance of you owning one (or all) of them? That is, if you don't have them yet.

The Prada Frame Bag
Price: $15,090
Description: In a classy Krusca color, the Prada Frame Bag is made of structured crocodile bag with Prada's emblem embossed in it.

The Yves Saint Laurent Muse Bag
Price: $18,990
Description: Styled after the typical bowling bag, the YSL Muse Bag is made of crocodile skin and has enough space for you to put all your daily essentials in it.

The Black Crocodile Fendi B Bag
Price: $27,700
Description: The Black Crocodile B Bag is made of structured crocodile skin and is considered one of Fendi's top bags.

The Marc Jacobs Carolyn Crocodile Bag
Price: $30,000
Description: The Marc Jacobs Carolyn Crocodile bag is made of quilted crocodile skin and has interior pockets and separators for easy organization of your things.

The Chanel Crocodile Biarritz
Price: $43,150
Description: This Crocodile Biarritz bag will be worth the $43,150 you'll spend (that is, if you have lots of money) as it is overly huge and made of black crocodile skin. There's a limited supply of this bag with only 30 of them for each Chanel store.

The Louis Vuitton Tribute Patchwork Bag
Price: $42,000
Description: Don't let the cheap look fool you! The Tribute Patchwork bag is made of 15 different LV patterns all cut up and assembled together. Only 24 of these are available worldwide, so if you miss the chance to buy one, you can probably buy its sister for $38,000.

The Hermes Birkin In Croc Porosus Lisse
Price: $148,000
Description: The crocodile skin isn't the only one that makes the Hermes Birkin In Croc Porosus Lisse expensive. It's the 9-carat diamonds (with 1.86 carats on the lock) that makes it worth almost $150,000. The bag is also made on special order only.

Going around in circles -- in style!

2008-03-07T07:14:00.000-08:00

Earrings are part of almost everyone's daily accessories. I saw these cute earrings (which are all available in Etsy) that have one thing in common: circles. I especially love the first one but I think all of them are great and would look good with any outfit.

Anyone of these earrings tickle your fancy?

Drew is in vogue

2008-03-07T06:45:00.000-08:00

Drew Barrymore is the face of March 2008's Vogue issue. I think she really looks different here -- and I don't like it that much. Her face looks altered and old. She also has an interview where she talks about her new boyfriend, her work and other things.

Check out some of the shots that are featured in this month's issue, that is, if you don't have it yet.

Give fall the boot!

2008-03-06T09:41:00.000-08:00

Knee-length boots are part of the wave of new trend that will take over the fashion scene this coming fall. A lot of designers included these boots in their collection, and though some of them look alike... It's still a nice addition to your shoe collection. That is, if you still don't own one. If you do, next season's the time to bring them out!

(L-R: anna sui, alexander mcqueen, akris, 3.1 phillip lim, balenciaga, carolina herrera, chado ralph rucci, christian lacroix, dolce & gabbana, fendi, givenchy, jean paul gaultier, gucci, hermes, louis vuitton, marc jacobs, narciso rodriguez, prada, stella mccartney, viktor & rolf, tuleh)

Louis Vuitton rocks with Keith Richards

2008-03-06T06:39:00.000-08:00

(Click on the image to see it full size.)

Here we have rockstar legend Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones fame doing an ad for Louis Vuitton.

The caption?

Some journeys cannot be put into words.
New York. 3 a.m. Blues in C.

The ad will be released on April this year (2008). And man... I've never seen Keith Richards look so old!!

Thoughts?

Designer clothes don't spell "Pretty" all the time

2008-03-05T09:05:00.000-08:00

That holds true if you've been carefully watching fashion shows. For this fall, NY Mag lists down 100 of the worst looks on the runway. I only listed the top 20 worst looks since 100 is too much to post.

Anyway, fashion, I believe, is subjective. So if you think that one of these outfits isn't worthy of being called hideous... Well, then it isn't, based on your opinion :)

Click the link above to see the rest of the list.

Smoking just became fashionable?

2008-03-05T08:18:00.000-08:00

Check out this Louis Vuitton Purse Lighter. It's a miniature purse replica that you can use as a lighter when you make it stand on its side.

I think it's really ugly. At the same time, it would be pretty cool to use one of these...just for the sake of having something this ugly. So that makes this LV purse lighter ugly-cool.

The Louis Vuitton Purse Lighter retails for $7.99 in Amazon.

For the male fashionista

2008-03-05T07:12:00.000-08:00

...or at the very least, to the females who want to make their partners look fashionable! These are part of Raf Simons' fall 2008 RTW. The colors are great, but IMO, I think they're a tad girly - the styles, I mean. I guess some men wouldn't mind being dressed in these, but personally, I wouldn't want my guy to wear anything that comes close to these styles!

Color-full Fall!

2008-03-04T09:51:00.000-08:00

Benjamin Cho's fall 2008 RTW collection is another one of those lines of clothes that will make next season a lot more colorful. The clothes aren't all colorful as there are a few black ones there but the clothes that do have color... they really are colorful. I like most of his designs, especially the one in the sixth picture.

Chanel Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Accessories

2008-03-04T07:35:00.000-08:00

Here are some of the shoes and bags showcased during the recent Chanel Fall 2008 RTW fashion show. Was anyone able to see how the fashion show looked like? I really loved the design concept for the show -- with all the gigantic Chanel accessories and all!

Anyway, opinions on the two-toned Chanel shoes, anyone?

What about the bags that look like clamshells to me?

The Hayden Line

2008-03-03T12:02:00.000-08:00

These are the new ads for Hayden Panettiere's Dooney & Bourke line which is aptly called The Hayden Line. Any thoughts on the bag? On the ads themselves?

Classy costumes for Halloween?

2008-03-03T10:02:00.000-08:00

Halloween is still a very long way to go, but some designers probably thought it best to provide choices for all those parties that you'll be attending during those months. John Galliano presents his fall 2008 RTW line which, IMO, definitely suits Halloween. I mean, I wouldn't really be caught dead wearing this casually for a day at the mall, right?

...Or would you?

Chloé Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Shoes

2008-03-03T09:24:00.000-08:00

These are Chloé's RTW shoes for fall 2008. Aren't they pretty? I've never really been a fan of Chloé but I really like these, especially the blues and the violets. Anyone agrees?

Want to be a trendsetter this fall?

2008-02-29T07:56:00.000-08:00

I recently posted the fall '08 trends for New York city which is probably applicable to New Yorkers alone. Buuuut...to the people outside NYC, Apparelnews posted a trend forecast for Fall 2008. These trends were determined in recent shows including the Project Global Trade Show, Action Sports Retailer Trade Expo and the MAGIC Marketplace.

You'll probably recognize some of the trends you'll see in this entry (if you read the NY fall trends entry) so don't worry or fuss about it okay? Lol. So yeah, here are the Fall 2008 trends - which all are wittingly named again!

1. Bomb Squad - jackets are in this season: motorcycle and bomber styles are hot!

2. '80s Edge - okay, so NY will see the '70s back in action while the rest of the world (?) will rock with the '80s.

3. Retro Future Denim - jeans are redesigned and brought back to life for fall - yep, high-waisted ones included.

4. Knits - yep, like in NY, knitted clothes are hot this coming fall.

5. High-Tech - futurism is rampant!

6. Tee Time - t-shirts are in this coming season with bold punk-rock designs.

7. Plaid, Plaid World - plaid still looks great, especially on coats!

8. Frock Talk - vintage-styled frocks will replace the baby doll looks during fall.

9. Rock Chic - relieve the rock era and bring out the rockstar in you...no matter what decade!

10. Uni-Sex - utilitarian-meets-boy-meets-girl fashion. 'Nuff said.

11. Eco-Logic - environment-friendly industrial fabric-made clothes rev up the runway...and soon, the streets!

Want Color, Got Color

2008-02-29T07:20:00.000-08:00

I guess everyone wants to jazz up their bags in one way or another....so here's one way of doing just that! Coach Japan released these new keyrings that will definitely, definitely add more life to an otherwise dull bag.

I am so in love with the star keyring! Too bad it costs a whole lot; I would love to get all of them :)

Darker Shades of Fall

2008-02-29T06:18:00.000-08:00

Despite the numerous bursts of bright colors for this coming fall, Stella McCartney's 2008 RTW collection seem to focus on darker and more earthly tones as her clothes and accessories range from the colors gray, brown and black. The single blue dress looks lost amidst a sea of the colors I just mentioned, but it's cute. I like that lone blue dress.

Here are some of the accessories that goes with the collection. Personally, I think the shoes are hard to walk on!

Really bold.

2008-02-28T08:21:00.000-08:00

Both of these are from Viktor & Rolf's fall 2008 collections. I find it intriguing because I can't really imagine how they were able to make those words stand out, when they seem to be made of the same material as the coats themselves. Anyone wants to try and guess?

Christian Lacroix Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-28T06:56:00.000-08:00

Here's Christian Lacroix' Fall 2008 RTW collection. I like the pink, black and cream combination of the second dress but then again, the colors combination that he used for some of the dresses are lovely. Although I really do not fancy that huge fur hood (5th picture) and fur outerwear -- if they are fur.

New York, Welcome Your Fall 2008 Trends

2008-02-26T12:59:00.000-08:00

Apparel News predicted (and wittingly named) the trends that will (or might) be prevailing this coming fall. The eleven different trends that you will get to know in just a short moment (after this introduction) were all seen during the different fashion shows that hit New York recently. They range from classic designs to chic and futuristic.

1. Star Trek - futurism invades fashion as superhero-inspired clothes take over the runway.

2. Fur - soft and in vogue, fur-lined clothes are in this fall...just make sure PETA doesn't catch you.

3. Knit Knack - classic takes on the runway knitted clothes make the new style.

4. Luxe Leather - throw away those bulky outerwear and make room for slick leather trenches, coats and the like.

5. Color Block - wanna know the new colors of fall? Forget the dark tones and switch to bright and colorful jewel tones.

6. Globe Trekker - welcome in different patterns from around the globe - modernized to add in that chic feel to it, of course.

7. High Shine - more futurism! Shiny clothes this fall will bring out that industrial feel to your wardrobe.

8. Uni-Form - unisex clothes make the new "preppy" look as it takes on a military touch to their designs.

9. Multi-Layered - architects will have a lovely time dressing up in these geometric architectural designs to these clothes.

10. '70s Chic - recycled fashion at its finest! Relive the rock era with bell bottoms, shirt-dresses and all those clothes that defined the '70s.

11. Surface Treatments - layered is a trend this coming fall as feathers, ombré treatments and other layerings cover and accentuate clothes.

There you have it ladies and gents! Well, New Yorkers primarily. Do you see yourself in one of these?

Fun, fun Dame Viv!

2008-02-26T07:40:00.000-08:00

I recently featured some of the clothes for Vivienne Westwood's Red Label - which are totally cool, IMO. For her own line, Dame Viv's designs all look fun and colorful, they all look very nice to wear. You'd probably earn more than a handful of glances if you walk around wearing one of her clothes. Honestly, majority of Vivienne Westwood's fall '08 collection doesn't really look fall-ish to me. Well, a lot of the designs for fall '08 look more like spring fashion. But I guess that's the trend for the coming season.

Here are some of the clothes that caught my eye:

Of course, the dark and elegant clothes shouldn't be missed:

And here's Vivienne Westwood herself!

Christian Dior Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Bags

2008-02-26T06:07:00.000-08:00

Here's the fall bags for Christian Dior's RTW line. The brightly colored bags are more suited for spring, IMO, but then again, they give more life to fall. I like the little keyring that's D-shaped. It makes the bags look a bit on the elegant side.

Oscars Fashion Trends

2008-02-25T09:21:00.000-08:00

If you watched the recent 80th Academy Awards, you would've noticed that black and red are definitely the most outstanding colors among the guests. A sea of both colors is easily visible starting from the red carpet. Excluding the male stars, black was one of the prominent gown colors that night:

And now, for the ladies in red:

Who do you think pulled the black and red gown the best? Who flopped it?

Fashion at the 80th Academy Awards Night

2008-02-25T06:34:00.000-08:00

The 80th Academy Awards, just like all other Academy Awards night, features the biggest names in Hollywood all dressed up like there's no tomorrow. They're all very glitzy, glamorous and elegant but of course, there's one or two celebrities who aren't really that...[insert term here].

Here are some of the female celebrities whom people not only think of as movie/tv stars, but as fashion icons too. Who do you think was the prettiest woman during the event? Who was the worst dresser?

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Travel in Style

2008-02-22T07:51:00.000-08:00

I think everyone wants to travel in style which is why Louis Vuitton came up with these luggages that you can use whenever you go on either a long or short trip. I don't know if there's anyone who doesn't want to be seen pulling one of these LV babies around the airport!

I especially love this red one! But it's only available in Japan :(

Classy Chanel Shoes

2008-02-22T06:22:00.000-08:00

So I found these Chanel shoes which were for the S/S 2008 pre-collection. I think they're really classy. I love the black pair with the star studs and all.

Fancy any one of these?

Cute Bikinis!

2008-02-21T10:24:00.000-08:00

These are the bikinis that Abercrombie & Fitch has for this coming summer.

Gabriela

Nadia

Gretchen

Holly

Marni Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Shoes

2008-02-21T09:13:00.000-08:00

These are Marni Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear shoe collection. They're lovely pairs of shoes - I like the styles and the colors. More importantly, the socks are gorgeous.

Roberto Cavalli Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-21T07:16:00.000-08:00

These are Roberto Cavalli's Fall 2008 RTW collection. I think they're a bit "light" to be worn during fall, but heck, these would still look great even if they're under the ugliest trench coat, IMO.

Gucci Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-21T06:21:00.000-08:00

These are from Gucci's Fall 2008 RTW collection. Looks like Gucci's ready to rock (later?) this year with these really nice clothes. I like the whole rocker-chick-goes-formal look, if you could call it that. And if given the chance, I would definitely, definitely wear all of these! I can really, really, really see myself rocking my bum late into the night dressed in Gucci's fall line.

Really cute necklace charms

2008-02-20T09:10:00.000-08:00

I came across these really cute - and quite unique - necklace charms. The pictures here are the ones that I think were the cutest, like the Chinese take-out box, lobster claw, fortune cookie and the angel wings. These are all gold necklaces and charms so they fetch quite a high price in case you're interested in buying one :)

Like them or hate them?

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Bottega Veneta Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Bags

2008-02-20T08:04:00.000-08:00

These bags are from the Bottega Veneta Fall 2008 RTW collection. I like the clutches this season, especially the purple one. I'm not really a fan of the black bags, as I prefer the colored ones more.

Bottomless Knickers

2008-02-20T07:51:00.000-08:00

Would you wear these French knickers that don't cover up your butt?

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Assouline Chanel Luxe Edition

2008-02-20T06:38:00.000-08:00

This is the Assouline Chanel Luxe Edition book set. It's contents focus mainly on fashion, art, design and photography. The three-volume set is encased in patent black quilted Chanel leather with its signature metal Chanel logo. This series is about Gabrielle Chanel and her impact in the fashion world which is still highly evident today.

The Assouline Chanel Luxe Edition retails for $550.

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Meet Monochrome

2008-02-19T09:00:00.000-08:00

NY Fashion interviewed five New Yorkers who all had one thing in common: monochrome. Yep, each of them have one favorite color and their style is focused around that. All their clothes, shoes and accessories (even furniture!) are in the color of their choice.

I think it's really cute, but personally, I don't think I can live without a whole lot of colors in my life! The blue and gray monochromes are quite appealing though... :)

Stephin Merritt
Singer-Songwriter

Elizabeth Sweetheart
Fabric Designer

Karim Rashid
Industrial Designer

Rebecca Turbow
Fashion Designer

Valeria “ValBlu” McCulloch
Shoe Designer

Alberta Ferretti Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Shoes

2008-02-19T07:21:00.000-08:00

These are Alberta Ferretti's Fall 2008 RTW shoe collection. They're pretty much the same style, but the colors make me want to own them all - well the colored ones at least. I'm not that much of a fan of all black heels. It makes me feel like I'm going back to school!

Burberry Prorsum Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Accessories

2008-02-19T06:40:00.000-08:00

Here are some very cute necklaces from Burberry Prorsum's Fall 2008 RTW collection. The colors are on the darker shades (reflecting fall, perhaps?) but I'm pretty sure that these can be worn whether you're on a business meeting or a day out shopping for more clothes!

D&G Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-19T06:10:00.000-08:00

Here we have the Fall 2008 RTW collection of Dolce & Gabbana. We see a lot of plaids but as you can see, the last few clothes of the collections have some pretty swirly bursts of colors that suit well with the checkered layout of plaids.

Proenza Schouler Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Shoes

2008-02-18T09:10:00.000-08:00

These are the shoes for Proenza Schouler's Fall 2008 RTW collection. Yeah, they all basically look the same, but they're still worthy of a post. I mean, don't they look cute? I love the ones colored green, yellow and red the most from all of these.

Matthew Williamson Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Accessories

2008-02-18T07:37:00.000-08:00

These are the footwear and bags for Matthew Williamson's Fall 2008 RTW collection. I like the bags more than I like the shoes, but I must admit that the shoes are definitely worth the second - third, fourth and fifth - look!

Natalie Portman's Vegan Shoes

2008-02-15T09:21:00.000-08:00

Actress Natalie Portman collaborated with Te Casan to come up with eco-friendly shoes that are free of any animal testing and the like. Her designs are really elegant and the styles' names all start with the letter P...cute.

Natalie Portman's shoes, following Te Casan tradition, are limited edition and they only make 100 pairs per size. You can buy them at Te Casan itself.

(L-R)Paloma; Petra; Poppy; Pia; Pippa; Pixie

Luella Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-15T07:38:00.000-08:00

These are Luella's Fall 2008 RTW collection. Truly reflecting fall, we see these Halloween-themed designs that will be perfect for parties that will happen in the months of October and November. Personally, orange and black isn't something I'd normally want to be seen in, but for costume parties, going trick-or-treating with the kids in some upscale neighborhood, I'd definitely want to be wearing one of Luella's fall clothes! I think Halloween has never been this stylish.

Vivienne Westwood Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-15T06:23:00.000-08:00

These clothes are from the Fall 2008 RTW collection of Vivienne Westwood's Red Label. I became a fan of Vivienne Westwood's after I watched a Japanese movie called NANA. I really like her preppy-punk designs and they really rock my socks lol. We can see lots of plaids and lots of colors for fall but we can also see some formal wear here and there - some can even be used as corporate attire.

I <3 Madame Viv!

House of Holland Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-14T09:24:00.000-08:00

These are House of Holland's Fall 2008 RTW. Since there are just 20 clothes, I decided to just put them all here. Well, they're very colorful and different which is a good thing. Okay, I like some of the designs - they're a bit edgy-preppy, if there's such a thing. And excuse me if I repeat myself but I really do like the colors!

Benetton: Africa Works

2008-02-13T07:10:00.000-08:00

Africa Works is the slogan created by Fabrica for the ad campaign that will be put on billboards all over the world to celebrate the Senegalese entrepreneurs who received help from Birima (a micro-credit program started by singer Youssou N’Dour) to start their own small businesses. Benetton gives its financial support for the program.

The ads feature some of these Senegalese entrepreneurs whose businesses include textile trading, mobile toy stores, domestic appliance sales, carpentry and welding.

Here are the images for the Africa Works ad campaign. I so love Benetton more! (Images are in hi-resolution.)

I think it's really great that they help these people find livelihood to support themselves. Seeing these pictures made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside :) To know more about Africa Works, visit their official site here.

Benetton Spring 2008 Collection

2008-02-13T06:38:00.000-08:00

Here are some of the Spring 2008 Benetton collection. Yes, I know it's a tad too late to post these since spring has already begun. But then again, it's still spring, so you can just go to the nearest Benetton store and grab these wonderfully colored clothes and buy yourself some shoes and other accessories too while you're there.

I so love Benetton.

Krystof Strozyna Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-13T06:14:00.000-08:00

These are the Fall 2008 RTW collection of Krystof Strozyna. Honestly, it's my first time hearing his name which doesn't really come as a surprise since these clothes are from his debut fashion show. I love the immaculately white dresses. They all look pure and simple and can be worn on any occasion. The other colors, red and black, are also nice, but I really like his white ones the best.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Accessories

2008-02-12T08:24:00.000-08:00

These are some of the shoes, hats and other accessories that was seen during the Marc by Marc Jacobs Fall 2008 RTW show. The colors of his clothes this season is a bit on the tame side, and it is reflected in these accessories.

I absolutely adore the fuchsia shoes!

Louise Goldin Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-12T06:28:00.000-08:00

These are some of Louise Goldin's Fall 2008 RTW collection. Okay, sweater dressing is fine, but these designs are a bit too radical/extreme for me. Ethnic patters (resembling Eskimo clothes) plus a bit of designs that seem to be taken out of some random Star Wars movie doesn't really make a nice outfit for me.

Donna Karan Fall 2008 Accessories

2008-02-11T09:04:00.000-08:00

These are the accessories that can be seen in the recent Donna Karan Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear collection. The colors themselves are in autumn shades which directly reflects the season where these can be seen. I personally don't like these earthy tones since I see them as something quite dry, but I like the bags.

2008 Grammy Fashion!

2008-02-11T07:17:00.000-08:00

The stars all looked glitzy and glamorous in their designer outfits as they attended the 2008 Grammy Awards night. Check out these red carpet fashion. Who's hot and who's not?

Y-3 Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-08T10:28:00.000-08:00

For the men, these are some of the Fall 2008 RTW collection from Y-3. I think they look great, urban yet classy. Some of the clothes here can be worn in both casual and formal occasions, right?

Anna Sui Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-08T09:04:00.000-08:00

These are Anna Sui's Fall 2008 RTW collection. Ann Sui has been busy, judging from the amount of designs she did for this season. They look pretty ethnic-inspired to me, some remind me of Tibetan clothing, although I've seen national costumes of a country from Europe (forgot which!) that are similar in one way or the other.

Love Drug Store

2008-02-07T09:41:00.000-08:00

Love Drug Store, or LDS, is a popular Japanese brand. I don't think their products can be bought anywhere else except in actual LDS stores in Tokyo. (I'm not too sure if they have other stores outside Tokyo though.)

(L-R) JUNGLE pouch; ROCK clutch black; BIG Boston; ENAMERUTOTO; Toth KING; Cherries downtown [B] 10th ANIBASARIPOCHI; Cherries downtown [A] 10 th ANIBASARIPOCHI; FURIRUNPOCHI; M RIBONSAIFU; L RIBONSAIFU; RIBONPURINSESUBAGGU; ROCK shoulder; Cherries downtown makeup [box]

Some Converse Shoes

2008-02-07T07:58:00.000-08:00

So I found some Converse Shoes which I think are pretty cool. Do you fancy any one of these? Or are there pairs that you specifically like?

My favorite from the bunch is this pair of Kurt Cobain One Star. Way cooler than the rest!

Proenza Schouler Fall 2008 Runway Show

2008-02-06T09:57:00.000-08:00

Rodarte Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Footwear

2008-02-06T09:07:00.000-08:00

These are Rodarte's Fall 2008 RTW footwear. They kinda look like lolita/S&M footwear and yes, even the stockings do. I like the spikes, colors and all but I don't think they'll be something I'd actually wear.

Monique Lhuillier Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-06T08:21:00.000-08:00

These are Monique Lhuillier's 2008 Fall Ready-to-Wear collection. These formal wear and gowns are really amazing! 'Nuff said.

Valentine's Day must-haves

2008-02-06T06:08:00.000-08:00

With Valentine's Day just a few days away, women want to look special when they go out with their boyfriends, fiancè or husbands. These are the February 2008 beauty must-haves in order for you to become more beautiful and ready for that wonderful night out...and ready for what might come....after.

Really Red Nail Polish

Something Naughty (Titillation - lip plumper and nipple refresher)

A Serious Moisturizer

A New Scent

A Sexy Accessory (Kiki de Montparnasse - body oil)

A Make-You-Blush Set (Nars - Striptease lip gloss, a sheer nude shade, and Deep Throat powder blush)

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Thakoon Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Shoes

2008-02-05T09:07:00.000-08:00

These are Thakoon's Fall 2008 RTW shoes. I like the whole concept of a laced high-heeled shoe and the bright colors used - blue and yellow - make it more wonderful to look at.

Oscar de la Renta Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear Bags

2008-02-05T08:17:00.000-08:00

These are some of the bags featured during the Fall 2008 Oscar de la Renta Ready-to-Wear fashion show. Like his clothes this season, these bags have the earthly tone to them, with shades of brown, gray and the like.

Betsey Johnson Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear

2008-02-05T07:41:00.000-08:00

This is the Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear collection of Betsey Johnson. We see lots of bold and dark colors for her collection, black especially. Fur is also evident as well as some mix-and-match outfits consisting of different kinds of fabrics.

80s Flashback!

2008-02-04T10:53:00.000-08:00

These are some of the clothes showcased during the Action Sports Retailer Trade Expo. The theme for this collection is The Breakfast Club wherein a taste for the 80s is brought back.

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Fall 2008 Lingerie Forecast

2008-02-01T07:02:00.000-08:00

Here's the trend forecast for this year's fall lingerie. They can be pretty much be divided into five different categories depending on their styles:

Jewelbox - lingerie that adopts the colors of precious stones

The Look of Lounge - lingerie that focuses on comfort and casuality

A Wink of Vintae - lingerie that's uh...vintage-inspired

Wild Child - lingerie with improved animal prints

Out of Focus - lingerie go abstract

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2008 Spring Trends: "Point of Hue"

2008-01-31T09:37:00.000-08:00

Vibrant colors are in this spring (as what we have seen in some of the RTW clothes and accessories, plus some of the trends I wrote about before). Apparelnews writes that electric shades are in this season that includes the colors violet, fuchsia, turquoise, green and citron.

Here are some examples:

It's going to be a very colorful spring this year!

LV Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Collection

2008-01-30T10:13:00.000-08:00

These are some of the items from the Louis Vuitton Monogram Mini Lin Croisette collection. The main design for this line is a white leather trim combined with either blue or pink.

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Round Coin Purse - $225

Anémone Wedge Sandals - $525

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Long Scarf - $195

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Bandana - $145

Anémone Open Toe Mule - $550

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Key Holder - $420

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette French Purse - $600

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Speedy 30 - $750

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette Marina GM - $1,500

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Stella McCartney for Lesportsac

2008-01-29T09:27:00.000-08:00

These are the designs for the Stella McCartney and Lesportsac collaboration. I'm not sure what you think about them, but I think they're quite nice, especially the one she made for kids: a bunny bag!

You just have to like that bunny backpack!!

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14th SAG awards fashion watch

2008-01-28T10:47:00.000-08:00

So what did the celebrities end up wearing at the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards?

(L-R) Kate Hudson - Balmain; Vanessa Williams - Escada; Kyra Sedgwick - L'Wren Scott; America Ferrera - Monique Lhuillier; Marcia Cross - Monique Lhuillier; Olivia Wilde - Farah Angsana; Kate Beckinsale - Luisa Beccaria; Marion Cotillard - Nina Ricci; Rebecca Romijin - Roberto Cavalli; Jamie-Lynn Sigler - Calvin Klein; Michelle Pfeiffer - Versace; Cate Blanchett - Balenciaga.

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Looking back: Takashi Murakami on Louis Vuitton

2008-01-25T08:08:00.000-08:00

Here's a look back on Takashi Murakami's Louis Vuitton designs. I'm sure every fan of LV has at least one of these. The designs reinvented the usual and commonplace look of Louis Vuitton and made it vibrant and...well, cute.

Adidas takes part in the Olympic spirit

2008-01-24T10:27:00.000-08:00

The previous post showed Gucci's Beijing Olympic commemoration. Now we go to a brand that - well you can put it this way - knows its sports: Adidas.

Adidas will release shoes, apparel and accessories that will reflect the Olympics, each sport played there, the countries participating and different athletes. The items will be under Adidas Originals and will be called The Original Games and the different theme will be called "packs": Medal Pack, Pictogram Pack, Oddity Pack, Country Pack, Generic Pack, China Pack and the Greatest Moments Pack. Examples of each pack are as follows (order given above):

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To celebrate the 2008 Olypics...

2008-01-24T08:24:00.000-08:00

Gucci decided that it wants to have a share at the hype more commonly known as the "Olympics". Well the Olympics really is a much-anticipated event so I can understand the intention of cashing in on this once-every-four-years sportsmanship spectacle.

Anyway, in order to "commemorate" the Beijing Olympics happening this year, Gucci will release a special collection called 8-8-2008 on January 28, 2008 - a few days from now. The items that are part of the collection, with the exception of the watch, will be sold exclusively in Gucci stores in China and Hong Kong only. The 8-8-2008 collection is a limited edition one, so if you're into collecting limited edition designer releases, good luck in getting your hands on these:

Yes, that's a mahjong set. A Gucci mahjong set.

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Yohji Yamamoto Spring 2008 Jewelries

2008-01-23T11:40:00.000-08:00

These are Yohji Yamamoto's Spring 2008 Jewelries collection. I really love their innovative design and the white gold/silver base color topped with jewels of different color!

White gold ring with quartz overlay

White gold disc necklace with white pearls

White gold drop earrings with black and white pearls

White gold disc earrings with pearl inset

Le Cri cord necklace

Gold earrings with pearls and diamonds

White gold disc ring with white pearl

Armani Prive Spring 2008 Couture Bags

2008-01-22T07:51:00.000-08:00

These are some of the bags featured in the Armani Prive Spring 2008 Couture collection. I can only see a couple that can be used with everyday clothes but the rest are mostly for formal and other dressy occasions.

Birkin: Yay or Nay?

2008-01-18T10:41:00.000-08:00

This is the Hermes Cyclamen Suede Bikin bag.

The signature Birkin bag covered in rich, violet suede. Personally, I like it a whole lot. It looks really chic and classy - better than the other Birkins, in my opinion.

So... The Hermes Cyclamen Suede Bikin bag: Yay or nay?

Miu Miu's New Face

2008-01-17T10:24:00.000-08:00

Actress Kirsten Dunst, of the Spiderman movie fame, has been chosen to be the face that will launch the Spring/Summer 2008 ad campaign of designer brand, Miu Miu.

Check out the pictures for the campaign. Thoughts?

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The Hermès Enamel Bracelets

2008-01-17T09:31:00.000-08:00

I absolutely adore these Hermès Enamel Bracelets! They come in different colors and designs so they're pretty easy to mix and match with any outfit. Well, they're quite expensive for enamel bracelets, but who cares, right? It's a Hermès!

Here are some of them in different styles and colors! Fancy anything?

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Charlize Theron - The new face of Breil Milano

2008-01-16T08:18:00.000-08:00

Award-winning actress Charlize Theron is the new Breil Milano Ambassador for their Fall ad campaign. Theron was chosen for her "modern woman personality," according to representatives of Breil Milano:

"The actress represents a new type of woman, a mix of sensuality and determination, sophistication and down-to-earth attitude, elegance and simplicity. She will be in charge of personifying a new female target whom Breil Milano wants to speak to and help drive the brand's international expansion."

Here are the other pictures from the ad campaign:

Any thoughts on Charlize Theron being chosen as the new Breil Milano Ambassador?

A look back at UK Vogue's 2007 covers

2008-01-16T06:15:00.000-08:00

Here are the covers of Vogue UK for the year 2007. These are arranged according to months, so that's from January to December. My favorite cover would have to be for January. What's your favorite cover?

January - Kate Winslet; February - Jessica Stam; March - Daria Werbowy; April - Kate Moss; May - Johnny Borrell & Natalia Vodianova; June - Agyness Deyn; July - Yasmin Le Bon, Cecilia Chancellor, Lizzy Jagger, Erin O'Connor, Jacquetta Wheeler, Marie Helvin and Lily Cole; August - Drew Barrymore; September - Sasha Pivovarova; October - Keira Knightly; November - Sophie Dahl; December - Sienna Miller

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Spring 2008 Trend: The Hippie

2008-01-15T07:47:00.000-08:00

These are some of the Spring 2008 designs that all have one thing in common: the Hippie look. I like the flowing and almost-eclectic designs of the clothes in these pictures.

Maurizio Pecoraro

Hermes

Donna Karan

Derek Lam

Roberto Cavalli

Prada

Etro

Stella McCartney

Balmain

Nina Ricci

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Celebrities and Jimmy Choo

2008-01-15T06:10:00.000-08:00

Here are some pictures of celebrities with either their Jimmy Choo shoes or bags. They are all definitely very stylish. (And I love the Jimmy Choo bag Liz Hurley is using!)

Dolce & Gabbana Autumn/Winter 2008-9 Collection

2008-01-14T07:59:00.000-08:00

Here are some of Dolce & Gabbana's Autumn/Winter 2008-9 Ready-to-Wear collection for men. I think they look really nice - all prim and proper. I like the colors chosen for this collection as they're not to loud on the eyes.

Do you like the upcoming seasons' RTW collection?

Stella McCartney Spring 2008 Collection

2008-01-14T07:29:00.000-08:00

Here we have Stella McCartney's Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear collection. Despite the multitude of colors we've seen on other collections, Stella McCartney's seem so dry as compared to the works of other designers. There's nothing wrong with the designs, per se, but I think the blandness lies in the colors that she chose.

The colors look like something that you'd pick when someone asks you to design clothes that have "arid desert" as a theme.

Natalia Vodianova is Peerless

2008-01-11T07:13:00.000-08:00

Here are some of the pictures from Vogue's January 2008 issue. This special features supermodel Natalia Vodianova in some of Spring 2008's couture fashion.

(L-R) Dior: Purple Pose; Dolce & Gabbana: Nifty Fifties; Louis Vuitton: Tweedy Bird; Donna Karan: A Woman in Full; Balenciaga: The Flower and the Glory; Chanel: Back to Black; Ann Demeulemeester: Pajama Game; Oscar de la Renta: Solitary Refinement; Marc Jacobs: Deconstruction Site; Calvin Klein: The Greatest of Ease; John Galliano: A Little Twisted; Ralph Lauren: Brimming with Style; Nina Ricci: Mercury Rising; Marni: A Beautiful Mind; Prada: What's Your Fancy?; Dries Van Noten: Woman of Contrasts.

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Spring 2008 Pattern Trends

2008-01-10T08:03:00.000-08:00

These are the new pattern trends for Spring 2008. They're all very bright and colorful but not too hard on the eyes. I especially like the patterns for the shoes, like the ones designed by Yohji Yamamoto for Doc Martens and Alexandra Neels'. Don't you agree?

Wunderkind Silk Chiffon Tiger-print Top and Skirt ($1,472 / $1,178)

Paul Smith Silk Dress and Cashmere Cardigan ($1,240 / $785)

Alexandra Neel Donna Sandal ($495)

Roger Vivier Beaded Bag ($7,300)

Guess Floral-print Jessie Dress ($98)

Roger Vivier Tricolor Pump ($875)

Yohji Yamamoto Phoenix Print Boots ($3,630)

Vera Wang Round-neck Shift Dress ($480)

Manish Arora Silk Pop-art Dress ($2,265)

Balenciaga Giant Seau Bag with Flor Fluo Print ($1,325)

Louis Vuitton After Dark Bowling PM Bag ($2,115)

Dolce & Gabbana Silk Organza Painted Pump ($995)

Giorgio Armani Silk Clutch with Beaded Closure ($1,095)

Marimekko Silkkikuikka Umbrella ($40)

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Style: Paris Hilton

2008-01-09T08:57:00.000-08:00

I've always thought that Paris Hilton was one of the best dressed socialites today and at the same time, one of the worst too. She has a unique sense of style and I just love it when she dresses up in clothes that cover her body more than her gowns and other skimpy outfits.

Marc Jacobs Spring 2008 Bags

2008-01-08T08:12:00.000-08:00

These are some of Marc Jacobs' Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear bags. They look really trendy and colorful - perfect for spring!

Leather and Satin "Bag on Bag"

Oversize Quilted Pochette

Leather and Sequin Serafima "Bag on Bag"

Quilted Leather Lera Bag

Style: Mary-Kate Olsen

2008-01-07T09:54:00.000-08:00

Any thoughts on Mary-Kate Olsen's fashion sense?

Vogue's Clutch Picks

2008-01-07T06:17:00.000-08:00

Here are Vogue's top handbag picks for this month. They're all very classy clutches, so if you want to be a very stylish person this month, be sure to get these bags as soon as you can!

Lambertson Truex Rivington in Tangerine ($995)

Nine West Faraway Clutch ($59)

Kara Ross Lucis Ring Lizard and Sun Ostritch Clutch ($2,940)

Be&D Kan-Kan Porfolio ($595)

Michael Kors Beverly Large Hinge Clutch ($895)

Fendi Watersnake Circle Baguette ($4,580)

"Fashion Against AIDS"

2008-01-04T08:52:00.000-08:00

These are the designs of H&M's "Fashion Against AIDS" collection to be released this February. Artists are helping spread this cause by wearing the clothes that will be available to the public in the hopes that AIDS will be prevented...somehow.

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Chanel Quarter Boots

2008-01-04T06:38:00.000-08:00

Boots seem to be really "in" these days. I see people wearing them, even when they live in the tropics. They can be matched with jeans, long skirts, minis and even micro-minis. Oh and not to forget those cute short shorts. Boots really seem to make the ones wearing them look more chic.

I found these nice pair of Chanel Quarter boots, meaning, they don't go all the way up to your knees in the even that you don't like those tall boots. These Quarter boots are black too so they go and blend well with anything that you wear, no matter what color, but they still manage to stand out because of that Chanel trademark logo.

Nice, no?