Life after Vogue
Carine Roitfeld keeps herself occupied with new fashion projects. Most recently she’s published her first book Irreverent, worked with Lagerfeld on a The Little Black Jacket album as well as did the styling work for Chanel ss12 campaign. And she is not going to stop. First, Carine Roitfeld is launching her own magazine. CR Fashion...
Iron ladies
Elsa Schiaparelli had changed fashion during 30s and 40s. Miuccia Prada is one of the best contemporary designers. They’are both known for strong, individual vision of fashion. They’ve done it with wit, irony sometimes, and precise cut. What could have been if they meet? Metropolitan Museum plays with this idea with their newest exhibition –...
Little mermaid
While putting your summer wardrobe together, don’t forget about the designers’ water fantasy. Water world was one of the biggest inspirations for these season collection. Is it literal take- on a oceanic life as we’ve seen in the collection of Mary Katrantzou or Versace (both designers used fish-like prints), or a fantasy that brought to...
New role
Being a model isn’t enough for Agyness Deyn. Face of Dr. Martens’ brand will now collaborate with rebellious brand on the limited collection. Known for her punk, edgy style Deyn is already an unofficial dr Martens’ ambassador, eager to incorporate military boots into her daily outfits. She stars in the brand’s campaigns since last fall....
Legal issues
Alexander Wang seems to have a bright future ahead. But despite his excellent show during NFW, he might end up losing his position. It is all due to the collective law-suit from Wang’s employees claiming that young designer had violated numerous rules from a labor law. 30 workers testified that they were forced to work...
Possible configurations
Ever since the position of creative director at Dior’s had opened, we can’t get any closer to find the replacement of John Galliano. Well, if you like the riddles, here it is. There were some rumors about Marc Jacobs leaving LV for the Dior, some said that it will be Phoebe Philo who will run...
Forecast for winter
Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough are going east. Japanese warriors’ coats, geisha’s kimono and Chinese dragons – you could find it all in the newest Proenza Schouler collection. But it isn’t just an obvious interpretation of Orient. The designers made more of a futuristic vision containing ultra modern jackets, little silk dresses and loose trouser...
Mania in London
Polish label La Mania was a part of London Fashion Week schedule. It would not be anything special except founder of La Mania, Joanna Przetakiewicz, is friends with Karl Lagerfeld who, as the British Vogue said, mentors polish businesswoman into the successful debut in fashion. Although La Mania was found 18 months ago, Przetakiewicz is...
Simons’ exit
The rumors became true – Raf Simons quited his position at Jil Sander. But the terms of his leave aren’t so clear. Some claim that Belgian designer is the most likely successor of Galliano at Christian Dior. The others say that the reason of Simons leaving Jil Sander is because the founder of the brand...
Growing up
New York fashion week is all about the classic American sportswear. It is also about young designers with the fresh vision, which is why one of the most anticipated shows belongs to the New York’s wonder child – Alexander Wang. Known for his urban, cool and very downtown chic, Wang surprised audience with the more...
Rule by Law
Kid’s obsession with America, the principal designer of fashion house Givenchy, was the impetus to create a new collection for autumn / winter 2012. Modern warriors by Tisciego wear a simple change of suits and kilts from leginsami. Scraped off with the star U.S. flag adorned shirts, sweaters and jackets. The contrasts of black and blood...
Catch it if you can
Ok, so we all know very well that New York Fashion Week starts this Wednesday. But it won’t be the only reason to visit Big Apple. On February 10, beside Helmut Lang, Jason Wu or Charlotte Ronson shows, there will be another important event where all of the fashionistas might by spotted. And it will...
