Vol 11 Issue 116 Apr 26 2009 April 26, 2009
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Petro Valverde Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Petro Valverde Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Petro Valverde Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias… Continue reading »
Jorge Terra Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Jorge Terra Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Jorge Terra Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
Javier Larrainzar Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Javier Larrainzar Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Javier Larrainzar Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Born in Madrid, Javier Larrainzar was brought up between Spain and Germany. He inherited from his father his passion for the fashion, devotion and effort which are afforded to each creation, thus succeeding in developing his own personal style. Javier Larrainzar Fall 2009 His professional training took place in Italy and in the United… Continue reading »
Estrella Roch Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Estrella Roch Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Estrella Roch Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
Emperatriz Lingerie Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Emperatriz Lingerie MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Emperatriz Lingerie Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
Elio Berhanyer Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Elio Berhanyer Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Elio Berhanyer Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
Elio Berhanyer
MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — A native of Cordoba, Elio Berhanyer arrived in Madrid at the age of 17. Self-taught and without any formal education in fashion, he embarked in the world of fashion design opening his own salon in 1960. At the age of 27, he began working in haute couture, and he is arguably one of the greatest representatives of Spanish fashion throughout… Continue reading »
Carlos Haro Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Carlos Haro Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Carlos Haro Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
Camila Elbaz Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Camila Elbaz Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 26, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Elio Berhanyer Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. .Continue reading »
Vol 11 Issue 115 Apr 25 2009 April 25, 2009
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io ipse idem: The New Fashion Project by Romeo Gigli
PARIS, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Last January, during the Paris menswear season, the fashion world heard for the first time the term ‘io ipse idem’ and saw the new logo which according to Romeo Gigli is “entirely his own creation.” io ipse idem It springs from the gesture accomplished when an inner impetus becomes an external reality. The two Latin words stand… Continue reading »
F.C. Bikkembergs Fossombrone: On the verge of winning the championship
F.C. Bikkembergs Fossombrone MILAN, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Veni, Vidi, Vici (I came, I saw, I conquered) was a famous quote by Julius Caesar, that for a very long time many thought that they were magic words. And, the quote seems to work for the Bikkembergs boys who are about to enter the next level of Italian football. At two match days away from the close of play,… Continue reading »
Seen & Heard: Mary-Kate Olsen, Agyness Deyn
Mary-Kate Olsen with a crimson Nancy Gonzalez clutch DALLAS, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — No rest for the weary as fashion’s roving eyes see more of our favorite girls in New York and Los Angeles. In New York, while attending the Chanel dinner at the Tribecca Film Festival, Mary-Kate Olsen added a a pop of color to her dark ensemble with a crimson Nancy Gonzalez clutch. And… Continue reading »
Roberto Torreta Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Roberto Torreta Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Selected photos from the Roberto Torreta Bridal Collection Spring 2010 runway show held during Cibeles Madrid Novias. Continue reading »
Rafael Urquizar Bridal Spring 2010: For the Wedding Party
Rafael Urquizar Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Opting to show evening dresses and gowns than an all bridal collection, Rafael Urquizar proposed the bright shades of fall instead of the pastel tones of spring. Perhaps it’s because June might be the traditional wedding months, but according to wedding planners, September is also a very busy month… Continue reading »
Novissima Bridal Spring 2010: The Prom Queen
Novissima Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Youthful and sweet, the Novissima makes the bride feel she is the Prom Queen even a debutante. Opting for the airy and delicate fabrics such as silk organza and gauze, Novissima gave the collection an ethereal feeling. And with colors that ranged on the entire range of white and natural shades, it was also… Continue reading »
Hannibal Laguna Bridal Spring 2010: The Bride & Groom Under the Klieg lights
MADRID, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — With the Cannes Film Festival just around the corner, Hannibal Laguna must be thinking of the red carpeted stairs at the French of Riviera when he designed this glamorous collection that can make a bride feel she is walking the red carpet. The aisle as a red carpet is not a novel idea, but what is interesting in this collection is that… Continue reading »
MADRID, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Born on 8 October 1967 in Venezuela, Hannibal Laguna grew up watching the work of his parents at «Donetta Venezolana», one of the most renowned children’s fashion factories in the 80s. In 1982, he moved to Europe where he studied tailoring in Milan and chose fashion creation as his means of professional expression. Hannibal Laguna… Continue reading »
Duyos Bridal Spring 2010: The Gothic Bride
Duyos Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Thursday, Duyos proposed a very provocative look for future brides with his gothic inspired collection as he sent models wearing black lipstick and nude make up. Though it is more on the atmosphere and not really the clothes, the collection raised eyebrows among the conservative and traditionalist especially when… Continue reading »
NY Projects Collaborates with Zaha Hadid and Patrik Schumacher for the Seoul Collection
Seoul Table from the Seoul Series MILAN, Apr 25, 2009 / FW/ — Yesterday, at an invitation-only luncheon, New York City-based international art and design company NY Projects, Inc., unveiled the concept designs for a new collection of works by globally renowned architects Zaha Hadid and Patrik Schumacher. Held at the Bulgari Hotel in Milan in conjunction with the… Continue reading »
Vol 11 Issue 114 Apr 24 2009 April 24, 2009
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Limited Edition Summer Scents from Issey Miyake & Jean Paul Gaultier
Jean Paul Gaultier LE MALE Summer Edition NEW YORK, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — Believe it or not, fragrances are also defined by season as it is defined by time of day the same way that we have winter clothes and spring clothes, daywear and evening wear. With warmer days ahead, Jean Paul Gaultier and Issey Miyake revealed their 2009 Limited Edition summer fragrances that… Continue reading »
Seen & Heard: Lauren Conrad, Jennifer Westfeldt, Karina Smirnoff, Kate Bosworth, Beyoncé, Fergie
Fergie wearing McQ Alexander McQueen for Target Studded-Leather Vest LOS ANGELES, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — It is a busy week for Us Weekly as it made headlines both in the advertising world and in the fashion world. In the advertising world, Us Weekly made news when it sold ads on its Facebook page to State Farm. Classified as ‘sponsorship’ and not really an ad placement,… Continue reading »
Devota & Lomba Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Devota & Lomba Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — Expanding to bridal wear in 1995, Devota & Lomba has since then became one of the foremost bridal gown designers in Spain combining designer appeal, creativity and tradition in its creations. And like the old proverb for a wedding, “something old, something new…” Devota & Lomba used… Continue reading »
Isabel Zapardiez Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
Isabel Zapardiez Bridal Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — Taking inspiration from the carnival queen, Isabel Zapardiez’s bride is sultry and mysterious and thus making her more than just desirable to her groom. Giving a nod to the vintage trend, Zapardiez went back to the 1920s when women even at the height of their sultriness are virginal. For our generation… Continue reading »
Miguel Suay Groom Spring 2010: The Ruffled Groom
Miguel Suay Groom Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — From the bow tie to no ties at all, we have gone through the gamut of grooms at the Cibeles Madrid Novias bridal week; but we are not done yet. Miguel Suay is proposing the ‘ruffled’ groom wherein instead of a tie; ruffles on the placket are the focal point of the shirt. Alright, it’s only half the… Continue reading »
Duyos Groom Spring 2010: Grooms without Ties
MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — It was during the 1980s when Gianni Versace revolutionized menswear by making men without ties the epitome of cool. And with the popularity of Miami Vice wherein Don Johnson did not wear any neckwear even when wearing suits, Gianni Versace’s idea spread like wildfire. Fast-forward 30 years and we now see grooms without ties; and sometimes… Continue reading »
Devota & Lomba Groom Spring 2010: Bow Ties Are Back
Devota & Lomba Groom Spring 2010 MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — Some still calls tuxedos and bow ties as monkey suits, but those incidents are now becoming fewer and far between. Bow ties are once again the epitome of formal wear thanks to the most dashing secret agent of all, James Bond and the British guys who play him. Hence for the most important day in his… Continue reading »
MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — Founded by Luis Devota nd Modesto Lomba in 1986, Devota & Lomba caught the Spanish fashionista’s attention when they debuted on the Madrid runway in 1988 and subsequently won the Cristóbal Balenciaga Award for the best new designers in 1989. Devota & Lomba Fall 2009 Going from strength to strength, Devota & Lomba debuted… Continue reading »
MADRID, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — Way back in 1992, Juan Duyos started working with Manuel Pina while also starting his first collection in conjunction with Cecilia Paniagua, which led to the founding of Duyos & Paniagua in 1995. Duyos Fall 2009 Under the label Duyos & Paniagua, Juan collaborated with Antonio Pernas for several knitwear collections (1996 –… Continue reading »
Who Will Be Joe’s Jeans Next Model?
Who Will Be Joe’s Jeans Next Model? LOS ANGELES, Apr 24, 2009 / FW/ — With cyberspace savvy that even a member of the Net Generation will be proud of, Joe’s Jeans is launching the Joe’s Next Model Competition which will be done online. With the company website www.joesjeans.com opening with a teaser: “Are you Joe’s Next Model?” visitors who surf in are… Continue reading »
Vol 11 Issue 113 Apr 23 2009 April 23, 2009
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Kate Moss Dazzles at the Forevermark Precious Collection Unveiling
David Walliams, Kate Moss and Shaun Leane LONDON, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — It is hard to upstage a Forevermark diamond, but Kate Moss can and she did last night during the unveiling of the Forevermark Precious Collection™ in London. Wearing a metallic mini dress with pagoda shoulders and black stripes, Kate Moss who could easily pass as a Star Trek character in that… Continue reading »
Bensimon Spring 2009: An Emotion Generating Fashion
PARIS, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Living up to its mantra of “an emotion designing, Bensimon’s Spring 2009 collection is an evocative journey to a personal Shangri-la where the words casual and sportswear are redefined. Soft cotton and functional denim becomes your constant companion, taking you from days lounging by the water till twilight for an early dinner. Bright… Continue reading »
Charo Peres Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
MADRID, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Beginning the year 2010, Puerta De Europa will no longer exist as it changes its name to Cibeles Madrid Novias, hence the Spring 2010 bridal season is the cusp wherein Spain’s definitive bridal show carry two names. And Charo Peres, who showed bridal gowns and evening wear, will be listed as among the 18 designers who showed during… Continue reading »
Ana Torres Bridal Spring 2010: Cibeles Madrid Novias
MADRID, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Ana Torres will go down in Madrid’s bridal fashion history to be the designer who opened the first ever Cibeles Madrid Novias and the record will show that she did not disappoint her audience as she proposed modernly romantic gowns. A slim silhouette that traces the woman’s figure, Ana Torres referenced elements from different decades… Continue reading »
Lauren Conrad Launches New Clothing Line with Kohl’s
Lauren Conrad on the runway, Fall 2008 LOS ANGELES, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — ‘The Hills’ Star to Design Clothing for Kohl’s, the New York Times announced on its business section yesterday, referring to Lauren Conrad’s expected collaboration with discount department store chain Kohl’s. According to the article, “Kohl’s is expected to announce Wednesday that… Continue reading »
Anna Sheffield Partners with Target for Limited-Edition Jewelry Collection
Target logo MINNEAPOLIS, Apr 23, 2009 / — Target is partnering with acclaimed accessories designer Anna Sheffield to launch a limited-edition jewelry collection, Anna Sheffield for Target. This collection is the fifth jewelry launch in a series of limited-time-only accessories designers at Target. The Anna Sheffield for Target collection will be available at Target… Continue reading »
Seen & Heard: Miley Cyrus, Vanessa Hudgens, Beyonce, Rihanna, Gwen Stefani, Heidi Klum, Camila Alves
Miley Cyrus wearing Alex and Ani bangles LOS ANGELES, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Teen queens Miley Cyrus and Vanessa Hudgens are already showing good fashion sense even at their young age. Hudgens who was recently seen on the red carpet carrying a Nancy Gonzales clutch was spotted in Los Angeles with an armful of Alex and Ani bangles. Miley Cyrus, who is currently in Europe… Continue reading »
Be a Friend of FIFI Awards at Facebook For Chances to Win Perfume Swags
FIFI Awards 2009 NEW YORK, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Are you a member of Facebook? If you are, hurry up to the FIFI Awards Facebook page, become a friend and your name will be submitted to win the best fragrances of 2009. You must be friends of the FIFI AWARDS before 4 PM May 1, 2009 in order to be part of the give-away. Two FIFI Awards Facebook friends will be randomly… Continue reading »
Loro Piana Storm System Jacket by Luigi Bianchi Mantova
Loro Piana Storm System Jacket by Luigi Bianchi Mantova NEW YORK, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Introduced during the 68th edition (2003) of Pitti Immagine Uomo, Luigi Bianchi Mantova of the legendary Italian menswear house Lubiam is named after the maison’s founder Luigi Bianchi who is originally from the Italian province of Mantova. A master tailor who started learning… Continue reading »
Faconnable Announces New Appointment in its Management Team
Faconnable NEW YORK, Apr 23, 2009 / FW/ — Following the recent appointment of Alberto Lavia as President, and his choice of Eric Wright as Artistic Director of FAÇONNABLE, new professional figures entered the group; in order to strategically develop the brand at an international level. In the first six months as President of FAÇONNABLE, Alberto Lavia succeeded… Continue reading »
Vol 11 Issue 112 Apr 22 2009 April 22, 2009
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Puerta De Europa Launches Cibeles Madrid Novias
Dates: April 23 – 26, 2009 MADRID, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — Now on its 7th edition, Puerta de Europa, the leading point of reference for wedding fashion in Spain will be held from April 23 – 26, 2009 at the Feria de Madrid. The Spring 2010 Puerta de Europa season also marks two milestones: this is the first time it will be under IFEMA’s organization and the… Continue reading »
LVMH Reports 4 Billion Euros Revenue for First Quarter
Louis Vuitton PARIS, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — The same time that the financial report for LVMH’s first quarter for 2009 was released, the company also issued a statement officially denying reports that suggested that the company is in discussions to divest Moët Hennessy, its Wines & Spirits division. LVMH confirmed that no such negotiations are taking place. In… Continue reading »
The Viridi-Anne Metamorphosis: Perfect Metaphor in a Display
The Viridi-Anne Fall 2009 PARIS, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — Like in fashion, inspiration can come anywhere in visual merchandising. And by a simple twist of fate, visual merchandising is actually getting inspiration from the Viridi-Anne Fall 2009 / Winter 2010 presentation that was held last January at the Galerie here in Paris. With the theme of the collection inspired… Continue reading »
TAG Heuer Monaco 24: Racing to the Future
TAG Heuer Monaco Twenty Four PARIS, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — Last month in Basel, Switzerland, TAG Heuer invoked the electrifying spirit of the world’s most arduous sports car race when it introduced its Monaco Twenty Four Concept Chronograph. This provocative timepiece features the same state-of-the-art engineering as the powerful GT cars that take to the 24 Hours… Continue reading »
Seen & Heard: Gwen Stefani, Miley Cyrus, Elizabeth Banks, Tori Spelling
Gwen Stefani carrying a chic clutch from the Andhra L.A.M.B. Summer collection DALLAS, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — From movie premieres to book signings or just even attending parties, stars and celebs are out and about. Here’s what our roving eyes found: Gwen Stefani April 17, 2009 - Gwen Stefani was seen leaving Kate Hudson’s 30th birthday party carrying the Bala… Continue reading »
John Varvatos Rocks the World with ‘Free the Noise’ Band Competition
Free the Noise Band competition NEW YORK, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — Spearheading the ‘Free the Noise’ battle of the bands, New York-based designer John Varvatos is teaming up with Island Records for a global online search for the next great rock n’ roll band. The winning band will receive a development deal with Island Records and be featured in the next John Varvatos… Continue reading »
A Work of Persol MILAN, Apr 22, 2009 / FW/ — Persol, an Italian brand founded by Giuseppe Ratin in 1917 in Turin well known for its excellence in making optical glasses and sunglasses. For almost a century, Persol’s optical products have been produced by a special manufacturing process that combines manual skill, culture, passion and dedication. “A Work of Persol,”… Continue reading »