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(Still on the topic of fashion!!)
Miu Miu Rock The Runway In Black Chic.
It was March 10th and Paris was buzzing with excited viewers getting ready for Miuccia Prada to preview her hot collection. Kicking off with an elegant LBD, the catwalk was heaving with beautiful embellished pieces all applauded by the hooked audience.
One of our favourite pieces was a mid-thigh length coat, decorated with hundreds of sparkly sequins teamed with unique black heels. It was elegant & sophisticated and really showed off Jac’s (model) pins. Miuccia Prada didn’t fail to thank her audience for their approval, as she popped out the corner of the curtain giving a gentle wave.
Miu Miu rocked it. Well when do they not?
Dig Out Your Sundress’, Playsuits & Maxi’s… Summer Is Nearly here!
Clothes By DKNY (Style.com)
For two weeks on the trot, London has been privileged with the glorious Sunshine, which us Brit’s don’t get to see very often. This means Summer is nearly here, so it’s time to dig out our floral dresses and put away are thick winter warms. TOPSHOP have been sporting this seasons hottest trend; the playsuit with a nautical twist.
Figure skimming print dresses are also in this Spring, with the likes of DKNY broadcasting their printed beauties on the runway this season. Also look out for bright pinks and pastels for this spring, as they are sure to be huge.
TOPSHOP Shoulder Floral Playsuit £30
TOPSHOP Stripe Bandeau Playsuit £25
TOPSHOP Floral Knot Back Dress £35
Hermes’ Leather Chic!
Jean Paul Gaultier (HERMES) & Lily Cole
It was March 10th in the Fashion French Capital Paris, when Hermes showcased their collection featuring layers and layers off soft leather. Lily Cole kicked off the show in a soft tight leather suit, emphasizing her tall slim frame, followed by Karlie Kloss who’s shiny handbag matched her short skirt impeccably. Black was the main colour at the start of the show, a goths paradise. Although the collection wasn’t without a little splash of colour change, as halfway through Jean Paul Gaultier added beige, deep reds and browns to his line, creating a tailored old fashioned women’s vibe; perfect for the elegant meetings at the office.
J P Gaultier didn’t fail to disappoint in Paris, well he doesn’t disappoint in any of his runway shows, as he is in fact a pure fashionista. Congrats J P!
Famous Fashion Quotes!
“I don’t do fashion, I am fashion.” – Coco Chanel
“A good model can advance fashion by ten years.” - Yves Saint Laurent
“The goal I seek is to have people refine their style through my clothing without having them become victims of fashion.” - Giorgio Armani
“Chanel is composed of only a few elements, white camellias, quilted bags and Austrian doorman’s jackets, pearls, chains, shoes with black toes. I use these elements like notes to play with.”
Karl Lagerfeld
“As a fashion designer, I was always aware that I was not an artist, because I was creating something that was made to be sold, marketed, used, and ultimately discarded.” – Tom Ford
“British fashion is self confident and fearless. It refuses to bow to commerce, thus generating a constant flow of new ideas whilst drawing in British heritage.” – Alexander McQueen
“But the Milanese have made bad choices, bad fashion, and bad jewelry.” - Christian Lacroix
“Fashion is all about happiness. It’s fun. It’s important. But it’s not medicine.” – Donatella Versace
“Fashion is very important. It is life-enhancing and, like everything that gives pleasure, it is worth doing well.” - Vivienne Westwood
“Fashion offers no greater challenge than finding what works for night without looking like you are wearing a costume.” -Vera Wang
“I love building spaces: architecture, furniture, all of it, probably more than fashion. The development procedure is more tactile. It’s about space and form and it’s something you can share with other people.” - Donna Karen
“My dream was always to be a composer, but fashion came very easily.” - Gianni Versace
“Nothing earth-shattering has happened in men’s fashion. How much can you do with men’s clothes?” – Calvin Klein
“Now is the most exciting time in fashion. Women are controlling their destiny now, the consumer is more knowledgeable, and I have to be better every single day.” – Oscar de la Renta
Stella McCartney Strikes Paris Fashion Week!
Classy Short, One Shoulder Cocktail LBD!
Stella McCartney showcased her Ready-To-Wear collection today, as part of Paris Fashion Week. Previewing what could be looks of the season, the noted fashion designer and daughter of ex-Beatle Sir Paul, impressed the audience with her classic yet formal outlook on the office but classy chic. Her designs, were short, elegant but effective pieces, all of which were perfect for both work and play. Hilary Alexander, Telegraphs most famous fashion journalist, was amongst those on the front row of the runway show, carefully eyeing up each detail of the garment for resource material.
Stella McCartney didn’t fail to appear at the end of her catwalk show, and with a little wave darted back off again. Lets hope the next fashion week designer will be able to top the poised lady!
Hilary Alexander
Stella McCartney
Grey Minimal Dress
Dungarees Hit The Catwalk!
Clothes By Ralph Lauren (Style.com)
Dungarees are developing into a clear fashion statement this season, with the likes of Ralph Lauren and Jean Paul Gaultier featuring the country western Dexy’s Midnight Runners trend in their runway collections.
Dungarees are a perfect summer get up, especially for strolls in the park and playful activities! Team your Dunga’s with a pastel coloured blouse and cute pastel heels to complete the ‘midnight runners’ georgic look. Or you can go all out Rural and add a cute straw hat with a lumberjack shirt; don’t forget to stick some straw in your mouth for the final hillbilly ensemble!
ASOS Pastel Pink Slingback Heels £95
ASOS Ruffle Sleeve Blouse £22
ASOS Denim Pintuck Dungarees £45
Topshop Favor Paris!
TOPSHOP Paris Jumper £35
TOPSHOP Paris Socks £3
TOPSHOP Paris Tee £ 20
TOPSHOP Paris Vest £16
Military Fresh From Camp!
Clothes By Celine (Style.com)
Military, we’re talking dark green jackets, biker boots, leather and camouflage; but the classy way! The military look was spread all other the runway this winter/spring like an infectious disease; which we’re aiming to catch too. Also note that this includes broad shoulders, which means we need to get our hands on a army styled buttoned up jacket from Topshop. Celine featured a classic but military look on the runway, with a mid-thigh length medium shoulder padded black dress teamed with bold black wedges. Creating this look is simple, just don’t go into military camp overload!
Topshop are behind the military look, with their classic black biker jacket. Team this with some Black Skinny Jeans and a Mischa Barton Pyramid Clutch Bag to finish off the chic dark military style.
ASOS Pyramid Clutch £35
Topshop Spray On Jamie Jeans £40
Topshop Multi Button Biker Jacket £85.00
The ’3 Strikes & You’re Out!’ Trend.
Clothes By Emilio Pucci (Style.com)
The Olympics are due to start in Two years time, and what better way to kick of the ball of excitement then to follow this seasons ‘game’ trend by mixing business with pleasure. Designers are already busy designing their ‘match of the day’ outfits, with Alexander Wang already in the game with his latest American football collection. Ralph Lauren have been at it for years, designing cute tennis looks for both male and females, although Ralph particularly designates his tennis look to the tennis players, not the olympic trend hunters. Another man already in the Zed4Fashion favourite’s list is Pucci’s Peter Dundas, who compiled a dress inspired by his love of Scuba diving – and fashion of course! Themed patterns also related to the olympic trend, are equally effective and work some what better than the original sport idea.
This Water Aquatic inspired Jumpsuit from ASOS works perfectly and is bang on trend. Team with Red shoe boots and a little Red clutch to make a bigger colour dash impact.
Red Snake Prunella Snake Clutch £549
ASOS Suede Zip Front Shoe £40.00
ASOS Stardusted Playsuit £30.0
