Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Versace FW12 - Not because we like Donatella, but for our love of Gianni

Once there was Opera, then Bondage, and for his last collection in July 1997 before he was brutally murdered, his darker more stringent vision was curtailed - RIP.

Donatella was quoted as "facing her demons" which meant taking on the unrealized promise of her brother's last collection.

You've shed your insecurity and embraced your iconic status - thank you, thank you, and thank you Donatella xoxo

Emilio Puccini FW12 - Smoking Hotttt

When Yves Saint Laurent introduced Le Smoking tuxedo suit for women in 1966, it was revolutionary........

Fast forward 46 years later, and Pucci takes it inspiration - ummmmmm luv luv luv.

PS - no prints for Pucci are revolutionary!!!!!!

Watch out Project Runway

ODK COUTURE!

If you're telling me you know the line, you're probably lying!

ODK Couture is a fabulous new creation by the most talented Mr. Kingsley, who will be auditioning for Project Runway.

I have only been to Houston twice (both times this year), and one thing I will really miss about it are the people - too many wonderful personalities to name, but notably, Shawn, Veronica, and Mille!

Support Shawn Kingsley on Project Runway this season (no pressure mate)........

FENDI FW12 - Hail Caesar

The Roman Hybrid.

Hair styled like statues.

Leather jacket and wool coat in one piece.

Matte and shine as one.

Kilt and skirt in harmony.

Cape and shirt combining plant and animal prints.

And...................an iPad carrier.



Stolen Riches - Take your shoes to the next level!

Since 1915, the Canadian family owned Stolen Riches has been making high quality shoe laces.

Their quote is "Shoes make the individual, then the laces make the statement."

My fellow metro, Denis emailed me their link, then my generous darling wife was kind enough to order me several pairs which I wear lovingly on my shoes.

Now it's your turn to freshen up your shoes!

Monday, February 13, 2012

Celine Spring 12

2 years since Phoebe Philo took over the reins at Celine, the French powerhouse is as strong as ever.

What started as a made-to-measure children's shoe business back in 1945, and expanded to ready-to-wear in the 60s has basque as its theme for Spring 12.

I saw the potiron leather dress on the mannequin and was instantly awed by the incredible hand. Wow!

Akris gets down to boogie!

For SS12 the Swiss luxury ready-to-wear brand blends Jagger's classic moves with disco.

The inspiration starts with Bianca Jagger (Mick's second wife), then goes onto Studio 54.

The pictured face print is from an actual crowd lined up to get into the club from the 70s. Incidentally there is also a coral version of this print, as well as miniature versions of the print available in a silk blouse and skirt.

The final delivery which arrives next month is inspired by the 1966 Grand Prix movie. After a difficult fall season, Akris is undeniably back on track!