"I WANTED TO CAPTURE that happy, elated feeling of self-expression," said Emilia Wickstead backstage after her spring/summer show, staged at a London Art Deco location that few people knew about. The Harlem Renaissance was the inspiration, and while it could have been reflected with more diversity on the runway, it was certainly in evidence in the clothes. There were wide sunhats tied at the chin, calling to mind those worn in the fields, paired with demure silhouettes and dropped hemlines. There were plays on transparency, perhaps what a modern It girl would like to see more of, especially when paired with some 'mom' jeans and white t-strap heels. There was a pink drop-waisted dress with an alluring cut-out at the chest. And then, of course, the sequinned gowns in rose gold that seemed to be emitting light, drawing smiles on showgoers' faces. Who doesn't love some glamour, especially amidst all the turmoil happening in the world?
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VELVET has a sumptuous quality usually reserved for nightwear. Think elegant soirées in gilded mirrored rooms in a long burgundy velvet gown, or a blazer worn over a silk slip for date night.
THE CHANEL TWO-TONE SLINGBACKS have been seen on everyone during the fashion month, and for good reason. While retaining a classic Parisian look, they somehow manage to adapt to any outfit–whether minimal or opulent–in a way that enhances it, yet lets the clothing speak for itself.
THE MONTH OF AUGUST has only just begun and already it is becoming increasingly difficult to be our usual workaholic...
THIS WEEKEND was gin & tonics and the tennis and the Euro 2016 finals as well. Weekend paella is also becoming...
ON MONDAY NIGHT THERE WAS a Strawberry Moon — have you ever heard of anything so lovely? Such a moon was...
WE HAVE ALWAYS ADORED the style of W magazine contributing fashion editor Giovanna Battaglia, but this weekend, she surpassed all...
IT HAS ONLY BEEN a little over one year and five months since Alessandro Michele was appointed the Creative Director at Gucci after over 12 years working behind the scenes at the Gucci design studio, and in that time, he has not only revitalized the 95-year-old Italian brand, thrilled both critics and the rest of the fashion world alike, but is also set to receive the International Award at the 2016 CFDA Awards in three days. His bright eclecticism and focus on the freedom of personal expression has captured our hearts and imaginations — here is a look at the Gucci Resort 2017 collection and our favourite looks held recently at Westminster Abbey in London . . .
SATURDAY MORNING PANCAKES (with bacon and imported Canadian maple syrup), early Sunday morning at the flea & antiques market (where we found...
THIS WEEK’S PERFECT STYLE INSPIRATION is in wintry shades of late-winter blue, the colour of February mornings and belted wool...
“India is her backdrop and her inspiration for a new blend of formalism and ease, opulence and elementary lines.” THE...
THE THEME OF THIS SEASON'S Chanel Spring 2016 Couture collection in Paris was, according to Karl Lagerfeld, eco-conscious serenity, and so the label's signature pale bouclé suits, flowing black satin skirts and stunning dresses strewn with gold paillettes were showcased against a backdrop of lush green gardens and water lily ponds . . . Click through for a glimpse of the collection and 14 of our favourite pieces from the show.
