Vivienne Westwood is fashion’s Queen of Punk, but she is also the queen of making statements with her designs. In true Westwood fashion, she went bold for her Spring 2013 collection, titled “Climate Revolution”. She has become devoted to environmental causes and though her latest offerings didn’t make any specific eco-friendly message, the influence was Continue Reading
Throughout his long and illustrious career, some of the world’s biggest musicians have worn Jean Paul Gaultier’s designs. He paid them back on his Spring 2013 runway, dressing the models as world-renowned music icons from Sade to Michael Jackson. The pieces were quite functional, despite most being a part of costume and you can thank Continue Reading
A silver foil catwalk set the stage for Issey Miyake’s Spring 2013 show: an eye-catching juxtaposition against the bright shades and mixed prints of the collection’s designs. Zigzagging stripes, pixelated dot prints, and houndstooth all played together in neutrals and neons on easy athletic-inspired silhouettes, truly making the woman who wears the brand unmissable for Continue Reading
Supreme sensuality and femininity were the recipe for Anne Valérie Hash’s Spring 2013 collection with bustiers, chiffon, and florals galore. Jumpsuits and strapless dresses hugged the models’ bodies, while peplum and draping accentuated them, adding a sophisticated yet playful flair to the designs. Blouses crafted from shimmering organza were paired with curve-hugging pencil skirts and Continue Reading
Balmain is always one of the most-anticipated shows each season and Olivier Rousteing isn’t in the business of disappointment, truly churning out collections that are heavy in sensuality and boast eye-catching detailing. He upped the sexiness for Spring (if that is even possible), citing the ’90s and Cuba as inspirations. The influences were definitely palpable Continue Reading
When you come from a culture whose fashions are steeped in rich textures, embellishment, and vibrant colors, is there ever really a better inspiration? Manish Arora was influenced from within and brought the vibrant heritage of his own Indian culture to life with beaded headpieces and jewelry (a part of his collection with brand Amrapali), Continue Reading
Gareth Pugh is fashion’s crowned Prince of Darkness, but he pulled back a bit from his heavy, futuristic designs for Spring 2013 and channeled something more medieval, regal, and romantic. The first look set the tone: a sleeveless, high neck, cinched waist gown paired with a veiled mantilla hat (you might recognize one from Lady Continue Reading
Versace is practically synonymous with glam, from the brand’s voluminous bombshell hair shown on the runway season after season to its crystal-embellished lucite wedges. Donatella Versace herself literally embodies the glitz that has become inherent to the fashion house and she is never off: you will never see her in sweats and she most likely Continue Reading
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