We’ve said it before, we’ll say it again, when it comes to Louis Vuitton runway shows, keep an eye on the bags for they are the label’s money maker. The Autumn 2011 collection shown during Paris Fashion Week was overall a strong one, with what looks like four or five different themes, starting with the logo collection, which was highlighted by bags with frame silhouettes (which Miu Miu also showed). Generally frame bags have an automatic vintage feel and LV’s are no exception, though the glossy logo leather somehow gives them a gangster moll edge, which adds to their appeal. There was also a satin logo group, and a tote handbag collection, featuring rich colors like burgundy and green. Finally a fleece fur group, the kind of bag you buy when you are a very rich girl blessed with multiple LVs and are looking for something novel and different. A very solid, back-to-basics collection that should do great at retail. Many more images on the next page.
Designer Giles Deacon of Ungaro chose to make quite the bold statement with with a red talon manicure, featured on the models who walked his Paris Fashion Week Autumn 2011 runway show. These images come courtesy of nail designer Sophy Robson’s blog so I’m assuming she was in charge of nail art duties at the show.
Hellz has collaborated with handbag line Mata Hari on a Spring collection that includes three silhouettes, a bucket bag with cone studs, a quilted clutch wallet with a studded, detachable glove and a bondage-inspired satchel. The collection launches in May and will be available at select retailers for three days only. The crew at Hellz was taking preorders, which included a discount, but apparently hit capacity before the deadline! Keep a close eye on the Hellz site to see when you can try again in May. See more looks on the next page.
Suitable for a night out dancing or in our case an intense shopping day where you’ll need full use of you hand, the “Lia” wrist bag by Elly Clay fits a few cards and some cash and keys. Functionality and style with a rock and roll edge we love! Available in leopard, metal and black leather here.
Giselle Bundchen, whose husband, Tom Brady, is causing all sorts of controversy with his hair styling choices, is featured wearing Dolce & Gabana on the first Vogue Paris cover shot under new editor, Emmanuelle Alt’s direction. And yes, the look of the shot has a decidedly lighter feel than that of her predecessor, Carine Roitfeld, and is almost U.S. Vogue-like in its directness and lack of subtext.
We get a first look at Rihanna’s cover for April Vogue photographed by Annie Leibovitz against what looks like an ocean backdrop. Her hair, dress and make-up are stunning, with a shot that’s so full body it appears she has to hunch over to fit in the magazine. The main headline on the cover is “World’s Most Beautiful Bodies,” but we have to shake our heads at the one accompanying Rihanna’s story. It reads, “Oh Fame, Family And How She Really Feels About Her Curves.” Only Vogue would look at the svelte Rihanna and see curves! And what exactly is the meaning of the over-used curves anyway? I can’t think of too many women, including very skinny supermodels, who don’t have some.
After the buzz created by the possible creation of Vogue Africa, and Conde Nast rejecting the license, photographer Mario Epanya went on to launch his own publication. Winkler Magazine , a collection of beautiful images and articles reflecting beauty from various places in Africa and a suprising “Hot Boys” section. A peek on the next page. The full publication can be viewed here.
Henry Holland has a way with contrasting colors, as is made apparent in this video in which we see him shoot his Autumn 2011 lookbook. It was shot in 12 different locations with an assist coming from Range Rover who provided transport and sponsorship.
As if this sneaker could get any more adorable, at a party in Paris yesterday highlighting Jeremy Scott’s Autumn 2011 collection for Adidas, offerings included his famous Panda sneaker….this time with a headband! On the next page, see another view of the pair, being shot like they’re major celebrities, which they sort of are! I mean, if you saw them walking down the street, would you not stop and stare?
There’s going to be a lot of turbulance in the world of denim silhouettes this year. The low-rise skinny that’s held the perch of dominance for so long is being challenged by mid-rise and high-waisted flairs, plus trouser-inspired cuts, featuring pleated fronts and tapered legs. And here we have Joe’s Jeans offering the emerging rocker-type bottom, which is a skinny/flair hybrid for those who want a new look but aren’t ready to say good-bye to their skinnies. Available now at Joe’s etail site.
