July 27, 2010
July 23, 2010
Enter the Wildly Obscene
For those easily offended, go away, or do something pathetic like leave a nasty comment anonymously. For those who don't have their undies in a bunch over things which are slightly risque, I was flicking through the February issue of French Vogue, you know the one, cover to cover pictures of Lara Stone? Well, whilst I was drooling over her I came across a whacky, s&m-y illustration by artist Marco Perego [same guy who did wino in a pool of blood] and well, one thing led to another and I fell madly in love with it. Look-sy?
July 14, 2010
When boyfreinds and school work fail to satisfy...
There's always the Autumn/Winter 2010/11 Haute Couture shows!
Quite literally an explosion of colour and florals at Christian Dior
Demure Femme fatales at Jean Paul Gaultier. I love the chic cigarette holders! Ironically, it was quite refreshing as I was getting so tired of the whole taboo around smoking.
Heavily embellished, ethereal, willowy floor lengths gowns at Armani Prive and Givenchy.
More to come...
Quite literally an explosion of colour and florals at Christian Dior
Demure Femme fatales at Jean Paul Gaultier. I love the chic cigarette holders! Ironically, it was quite refreshing as I was getting so tired of the whole taboo around smoking.
Heavily embellished, ethereal, willowy floor lengths gowns at Armani Prive and Givenchy.
More to come...
July 4, 2010
For Karen
It's been more than two months since my last post. It's pathetic, I know. I've indulged a bit and chosen boyfriend over blog. Forgive me. In my defence, I didn't think anyone read?
So to all ye faithfull, [who don't comment] I have compiled all that is sheer, mesh, strappy, short and breezy. Yooooou got it, Resort collections!!!
How I am loving this new edition to the runway! and how quickly it is becomming more and more popular. But I fear that this is where the downside of the Resort collections lies. Not everyone can do it. After fawning over the ah-may-zing Chanel 2011 resort show I felt that the pethora of other deigners that had attempted this would follow suit. 3 hours later, after scrolling through 80 more shows...boy was I wrong.
I think the key to resort is the unecessary luxury factor. I mean the clothes are meant for a very niche market. Not all of us set off to some exotic retreat in guava and pomegranate land, Chanel clad in our private jets...no matter how much we'd like to. So accordingly, Resort should be light and comfortable, but at the same time, excessive. It's the extra embellished head-scarf, kaftan, bangles, shoulder sweepers, strappy sandals and over-sized totes. It's indulgence and God it's fun to look at! I think the biggest problem some designers encountered was being 'too evening'. Maxi-dresses are a resort staple, but not in chiffon and ribbon. The same goes for sun-dresses - bold colours and prints, not fitted and subdued.
Resort is about accessories as elaborate as the lychee, mango and midouri drink in your hand and sunglasses as big as your broad-rimmed sun hat, which is as big as your luggage-sized tote.
The following are my favourites from the 2011 Resort Collections, Enjoy!
So to all ye faithfull, [who don't comment] I have compiled all that is sheer, mesh, strappy, short and breezy. Yooooou got it, Resort collections!!!
How I am loving this new edition to the runway! and how quickly it is becomming more and more popular. But I fear that this is where the downside of the Resort collections lies. Not everyone can do it. After fawning over the ah-may-zing Chanel 2011 resort show I felt that the pethora of other deigners that had attempted this would follow suit. 3 hours later, after scrolling through 80 more shows...boy was I wrong.
I think the key to resort is the unecessary luxury factor. I mean the clothes are meant for a very niche market. Not all of us set off to some exotic retreat in guava and pomegranate land, Chanel clad in our private jets...no matter how much we'd like to. So accordingly, Resort should be light and comfortable, but at the same time, excessive. It's the extra embellished head-scarf, kaftan, bangles, shoulder sweepers, strappy sandals and over-sized totes. It's indulgence and God it's fun to look at! I think the biggest problem some designers encountered was being 'too evening'. Maxi-dresses are a resort staple, but not in chiffon and ribbon. The same goes for sun-dresses - bold colours and prints, not fitted and subdued.
Resort is about accessories as elaborate as the lychee, mango and midouri drink in your hand and sunglasses as big as your broad-rimmed sun hat, which is as big as your luggage-sized tote.
The following are my favourites from the 2011 Resort Collections, Enjoy!
Is there anything Lanvin can't do? I am absolutely loving the miss-matched wedges and quirky vintage sunnies.
May 2, 2010
May 1, 2010
Men in Specs
I don't know why it is, but after watching Tim Fords AH-MAY-ZING A Single man, I've realized something...men look good in large framed glasses. They're back with very, very stylish vengeance. And it's not about creating 'a look' or adjusting yourself to wearing glasses as much it is about pulling it off. It's all about the attitude.
From Andy Warhol to Jay Z, guys are going four eyed and its hot. So I thought I'd suss out the spec market and drop a few hints.
Rule 1: QUALITY. Shell out for a good frame and shell out more for lenses. Thin, antireflective lenses cost more but they are worth it. They look better, they feel lighter and are more comfortable.
Rule 2. SHAPE: Very important. Here's the catch, they're called 'large framed' but not 'over sized'. Meaning? They should NOT be wider than your face. There is a right way to wear them and there's a wrong way. Allow me to demonstrate;
See the difference? Thick rims go well with simple, classic, subtle elegance. Not sleazy turtle necks.
Rule 3: FIT. As a fore mentioned, your frames are to be the same width as your face. Not wider, not narrower. The top of the frames hit your eyebrows and they sit comfortably at the nose bridge. If they don't, get them adjusted so they do.
Rule 4: LOVE THY SPECS. Take care of them, keep them clean and get them serviced and refitted once a year. They will treat you well, so you should return the favour.
Rule 5: FACE THE FACTS. Not all frames will suit your face. Accept it, and make sure you get the right one. Good frames leave a the right impression and the bad ones should be left on the shelf. Make a wise choice, and make sure they are well received. The best way to guarantee this is to wear your glasses with confidence, and exude, embody and embrace the boldly stylish choice to go thick rimmed.
Rule 6: COLOUR. If you can pull off clear glasses, go for it. But most people can't, so don't kid yourself. Andy Warhol can, mark Jacobs got away with it, cute rugged part-time baristas who wrtie songs for the garage band they play in and do their own original cover art come with them.
If you're one of those three, go for it..and give me your number. OTHERWISE, go for classic black or tortoise shell. the latter is more suited to men with lighter coloured hair. And remember, the goal here is not to look nerdy, it's smart.
Well, anyway, I'm going to leave you with pics of Michal Caine and Buddy Holly because they honestly make me repeatedly jizz my pants. OH, and they pull off thick rimmed glasses impeccably. ENJOY!
From Andy Warhol to Jay Z, guys are going four eyed and its hot. So I thought I'd suss out the spec market and drop a few hints.
Rule 1: QUALITY. Shell out for a good frame and shell out more for lenses. Thin, antireflective lenses cost more but they are worth it. They look better, they feel lighter and are more comfortable.
Rule 2. SHAPE: Very important. Here's the catch, they're called 'large framed' but not 'over sized'. Meaning? They should NOT be wider than your face. There is a right way to wear them and there's a wrong way. Allow me to demonstrate;
Yes! Yes! YES!
Woah, there goes by hard on.
See the difference? Thick rims go well with simple, classic, subtle elegance. Not sleazy turtle necks.Rule 3: FIT. As a fore mentioned, your frames are to be the same width as your face. Not wider, not narrower. The top of the frames hit your eyebrows and they sit comfortably at the nose bridge. If they don't, get them adjusted so they do.
Rule 4: LOVE THY SPECS. Take care of them, keep them clean and get them serviced and refitted once a year. They will treat you well, so you should return the favour.
Rule 5: FACE THE FACTS. Not all frames will suit your face. Accept it, and make sure you get the right one. Good frames leave a the right impression and the bad ones should be left on the shelf. Make a wise choice, and make sure they are well received. The best way to guarantee this is to wear your glasses with confidence, and exude, embody and embrace the boldly stylish choice to go thick rimmed.
Johnny Depp does this effortlessly.
Rule 6: COLOUR. If you can pull off clear glasses, go for it. But most people can't, so don't kid yourself. Andy Warhol can, mark Jacobs got away with it, cute rugged part-time baristas who wrtie songs for the garage band they play in and do their own original cover art come with them.
If you're one of those three, go for it..and give me your number. OTHERWISE, go for classic black or tortoise shell. the latter is more suited to men with lighter coloured hair. And remember, the goal here is not to look nerdy, it's smart.
Well, anyway, I'm going to leave you with pics of Michal Caine and Buddy Holly because they honestly make me repeatedly jizz my pants. OH, and they pull off thick rimmed glasses impeccably. ENJOY!
April 30, 2010
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