62 year old rocker Ronnie Wood of the Rolling Stones has launched a new clothing line that also features accessories that he claims are electrifying, and are based around his own artwork. Most of the designs are edgy with guitars and swirling patterns and can be seen on the rails at Liberty. The prices are a bit high end with a leather bag costing on average about £715, and a shift dress covered in splashes of yellow and orange priced at £495. The collection was created by Wood with the aid of the Liberty creative director, Tamara Salman. Most of the fashion pieces are inspired by Wood’s previous paintings, which have now come off the canvas and onto to fabric for the first time. Wood said that it was inspiring to work with a British company that for many years Read More ...
The latest Boots.com offer of the week as Frontcover Eye Spy at better than half price. Frontcover is the fusion of fashion and make-up. Frontcover Eye Spy will help you achieve that ultimate party look this season. The set contains enchanting eye shades in beautiful iridescent and suede matt textures, including: - 15 domed baked powders in Moon river, Parrot, Vanilla ice, Powder puff, Burnt toast, Amber green, Black ink, Lime sherbert, Moondance, Lagoon, Bluebell, Vintage violet, Bougainvillea, Tallulah pink & Taffeta blue. - 5 pressed matt shades in Glacier, Stone wash, Gothic grape, Sledgehammer & Iron stone. - 4 sparkling eye glitter gels to create dramatic party eyes in Ingot, Star sapphire, Silverdollar & Sweetpea, and includes our famous Shadowline solvent to turn all the shadows to line. - Double ended applicator. Was £35, now £15 Offer Expires 29 Read More ...
Kate Moss Topshop Christmas 2009 collection launches October 29 2009. The collection presents an assortment of luxurious yet sophisticated oriental-inspired pieces for day and evening festive wear, along with an exclusive lingerie preview online. Influences of traditional Chinese and Japanese clothing run through the collection. The Cheongsam dress, normally made in embroidered satin is brought up to date in a gunmetal lurex knit whilst kimono shape dresses in chiffons and silks offer a sensual laid-back style. The sleeves on the ‘Geisha Rose’ print blouse are voluminous and bell-shaped. Prints of bamboo, flying stalks, lotus flowers and fireworks are flamboyant reflecting the richness of the orient. Knitwear is given glamorous details, offering comfort and sparkle for winter dressing. A soft grey cashmere tunic is dressed up with a silver beaded obi belt whilst two classic knit crew-neck jumpers in slate grey Read More ...
The hottest underwear trends this season with the queen of lingerie Immodesty Blaize and winner of the Global Triumph Inspiration Awards, designer James Nolan. It is often said that it’s what’s on the inside that counts… and that couldn’t be more the case when it comes to your clothes, because although the outer wear may look great it is in fact underwear that makes you feel great. So think beyond the international fashion weeks, the show that was on everyone’s mind was the Global Triumph Inspiration Awards which took place in Milan on September 23rd. The newest and hottest underwear designs were on display and each country showcased its award designs in front of a panel of expert judges, including Hollywood actress Hilary Swank. Emerging designers were judged on how they put forward their interpretations of the theme ‘icons’ – Read More ...
Christmas… the season of good will and poorly thought out gifts from the men in your life! Forget scratchy lingerie, scented drawer liners and household electrical items. Now’s the time to self-gift and drop a few oh-so-subtle hints via DUO’s clever and well thought out wish list service. Prepare for your most stylish festive season ever with a little help from the DUO angels! DUO’s sumptuous boots are available in an opulent array of jewel colours. Choose from emerald, amethyst or ruby, as well as delicious chocolate and claret. Patent, suede and the softest Italian leathers mean our boots feel as good as they look. There’s a style you’ll love in a size that fits, guaranteed to flatter. Whether it’s the office party, family gathering or New Year celebration, jewel coloured knee-highs from the experts in perfectly fitting boots are Read More ...
Before job sites advertised creative jobs in Arts and Media, the fashion industry was a difficult industry to crack without knowing the right people. However, applying for jobs in this area is now at your digital disposal.It is, understandably, an appealing market - the haute-glamour and gloss that glow from Vogue’s editorial spreads are enough to kick-start interest in sartorial success. Few other worlds boast such a colourful and mysterious cast of characters – from Dame Vivienne Westwood and her corseted-punk collections, to Karl Lagerfeld and his suits of solemn black – it’s a world of big personalities and pretty people. An initial intrigue may be perked by the high-end charm of the industry, but those who want an in would do well to acknowledge the hub of activity buzzing beneath and beside the Big Shots. On a more ordinary scale, Read More ...
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In the past it was no secret that almost all of the models that graced the covers of magazines and catwalks were white, or on occasion, black. But according to fashion experts this trend may soon shift dramatically, as the face of future is heading towards Asian fashion together with the Asian catwalk and fashion shoot models.Vogue India for example, has just vastly increased the amount of copies it produces in the country, and GQ is soon set to premier GQ China, which are just a couple of the many signs that soon Asia may be the fashion centre of the world. Many London and New York model scouts are looking for Asian models, over traditional white American/European clothes hangers.Founder of Premier Model Management Carole White said that the role of Eastern girls as the dominant enmity on the runway Read More ...
Although Paris, Italy, and Milan are all known respectively as fashion capitals as the world, to forget the talented designs that come out of the United States would be a crime against fashion. There are many talented designers that live come from the shores of the New World; consider the following as a highlight of the possible top five. Oscar de la Rente is perhaps one of the most recognisable names in American Fashion, and the most established, with famous fashion design work that ironically was created mostly in Europe. However, given the fact that he was actually born in the Dominican Republic, and has contributed to fashion from various locations all over the world, his American birthright has to be paid notice considerable respect. Vera Wang is probably the number one designer when women are thinking that they are Read More ...
The jewellery brand Gorgeous Gold has launched its new season collection with 25 stunning new pieces, to celebrate 25 years of London Fashion Week. British jewellery brand Gorgeous Gold has celebrated the 25th anniversary of London Fashion Week with the launch of 25 new pieces for its Autumn /Winter collection. Gorgeous Gold is an extensive and glamorous collection of individual pieces designed to complement any look. Gold mixes with a range of semi-precious stones, pearls, crystal and beads to create lasting designs which become staple accessory essentials, enduring season after season. This new collection of 25 pieces takes inspiration from many different influences and eras. For example, the white gold and onyx pieces create striking monochrome accessories, perfect for the graphic prints that abound this season, and yet the pendant combines this almost stark strength with softer design cues from Read More ...
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The latest New Look TV episode catching with the latest in fashion from Liverpool has just been released. Some great fashion coverage featured plus the latest Style Wars with twins Beki and Hannah. New Look TV uses a format which allows viewers to upload their own content, comment and vote on features and visit New Look stores where filming will take place. The show is executive produced by Hannah Springham, who has directed numerous fashion TV productions including Gok’s Fashion Fix, Britain’s Next Top Model and The Clothes Show. Check out the Liverpool preview below.
