Monday, August 8, 2011

The Marriage of Kate Moss

Newlyweds Kate Moss and Jamie Hince are officially husband and wife after tying the knot in the Costwolds this afternoon.

Following their wedding at a village church, the bride and groom happily posed outside with the supermodel's 15 bridesmaids, including her eight-year-old daughter Lila Grace.

The bride, 37, looked stunning in a vintage-style cream dress and matching floor-length veil, designed by close friend John Galliano.

The model showed off her slim figure in a cream bias-cut dress with sheer skirt with gold leaf embroidery and rhinestones.



Moss's choice of designer is somewhat of a reprieve to disgraced Galliano, who is currently on trial in Paris for allegedly making anti-Semitic remarks.

Her hair is styled in loose waves by Sam McKnight - not James Brown as previously thought - and she appears to have resisted her usual cat eye make-up in favour of a more natural look for the big day, created by Charlotte Tilbury. Her head piece features floral detailing on either side of an off-white headband.

Manolo Blahnik designed a special pair of wedding shoes that include a blue insole as Kate's 'something blue'.

Her new husband Hince shunned traditional dark colours and opted for a light blue Stefano Pilati for YSL suit, giving his ensemble a rock twist with a pair of sunglasses.

The bridal party included 14 young bridesmaids in white chiffon dresses with a gypsy-style neckline and matching ballet pumps, with maid-of-honour, Moss's former casting agent Jess Hallett in a blue Stella McCartney creation.

Close friends Naomi Campbell, wearing Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci, Bryan Ferry in a Gucci suit and US Vogue editor Anna Wintour are understood to have attended the ceremony.

One of the guests, reality TV star Kelly Osbourne was clearly moved by the ceremony.

She Tweeted: 'This is the most beautiful, loving, amazing wedding I have ever been to. it's magical when you see people really in love!'

The Most Stylish Baby In The World: Harper Seven Beckham

Move over Suri Cruz. The world has been blessed with  a serious minature fashionista. Victoria Beckham has given birth to a baby girl – the first daughter for the former Spice Girl and her footballer husband David.

The baby, named Harper Seven, was delivered on Sunday at Cedars Sinai hospital in Los Angeles.

In a statement on his Facebook page, former England captain Beckham said: "I am so proud and excited to announce the birth of our daughter Harper Seven Beckham.


"She weighed a healthy 7lbs 10oz and arrived at 7.55 this morning, here in LA. Victoria is doing really well and her brothers are delighted to have a baby sister xx."

The Beckhams, who married in 1999, already have three boys - Brooklyn, 11, Romeo, eight, and Cruz, five.

Their spokesman, Simon Oliveira, announced the happy news on Twitter.

"David & Victoria Beckham are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter," he wrote.

In another posting, he added: "Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz are excited to welcome their new baby sister to the family."

Forget trips to Mothercare for the Beckhams latest arrival though, baby grows and footwear from the likes of Chanel and Manolo Blahnik are already adorning the nursery.

Donatella Versace for H&M


H&M have just revealed that Donatella Versace is the latest designer to join the esteemed name of fashion elite to design a range for the high-street brand.

The Versace for H&M collection is going to be packed full of punch for a rock ‘n’ roll inspired range. Donatella is set to infuse her signature gold and leather looks with beautiful, bold prints and there will also be accessories to match. “I’m going to use iconic Versace pieces of iconic Versace moments,” said Donatella.


The range will also include homewares with cushions and bed linen set to go on sale.

The Versace for H&M collection will be available worldwide from 17 November, 2011 so the United Arab Emirates had better get ready!

Helena Bonham Carter for Marc Jacobs

She may be known for being more shabby than chic but it seems Helena Bonham Carter is a hit with the fashion industry.

The actress has joined the ranks of Victoria Beckham, Dakota Fanning and Sofia Coppola to become the latest face of U.S label Marc Jacobs.

Pictured wearing a futuristic nude dress and polka-dot tights, the kooky King's Speech star posed for the campaign shot by photographer Juergen Teller.



The choice may seem like an odd one, especially as Helena is a devoted Vivienne Westwood fan, but perhaps talks began after Jacobs dressed the actress for the Sagg awards.

Either way, Helena has always divided critics with her whacky sense of fashion.

But her mismatched style earned her a place on the Vanity Fair Best Dressed List last year.

The Harry Potter star, 44, who counts Marie Antoinette as one of her style icons, told the New York Daily News: 'It was a triumph!

'It made me laugh because I thought it was a joke when I found out'.

'But when I saw the article, I thought, "Oh, the photos they've chosen are as bad as the ones they print when I'm worst dressed."'

Fans of her acting will soon be able to catch her in the latest installment of Harry Potter, the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.

Lara Stone's New Calvin Klein Campaign

David Williams is one very lucky man.

We have found ourselves developing a girl crush on David Walliams's wife Lara Stone recently after seeing her latest TV ad for the Spring/Summer 2011 Calvin Klein Collection.

Lara appears alongside male model Tyson Ballou as a wealthy couple whose lives clearly revolve around all things Calvin Klein.


The 30-second ad shows the pair living in a house drenched in Calvin Klein Collection furniture and accessories as well as an entirely Calvin Klein Collection wardrobe.

Lara's previous Calvin Klein advertising campaign was banned  in Australia after it was branded "suggestive of violence and rape".



Monday, June 13, 2011

External Pockets: Men's Trendlet.

External Pockets


While most trends move from women's to men's, here's a little micro trend for fall 2011  that has originated more from the latter: the exposed pocket. Tailoring with a utilitarian twist, it's a pocket that sits - like a pouch - on the outside of a garment.


External pocket at Kris Van Assche A/W '11


It's always harder to come up with new details for men that are unique and fresh and yet still wholly wearable. And while this play on pockets isn't something we'll see on every jacket and pant on every street, it's a detail that fits the criteria for a wearable mens micro-trend.



During the fall 2011 menswear shows we spotted these exposed pockets at the likes of Kris Van Assche, Marni, and Jean//Philip; each designer crossing elements of smart tailoring with casual workwear.



In fact, the external pocket is born of a wider trend towards relaxed tailoring and casual detailing. It's closely tied to new shapes in mens pants and suiting that shift away from the super-slim; so as we move towards 2012, keep an eye out for the marrying of looser cuts with details like the external pocket. You're bound to see more of it.


External pocket at Kris Van Assche A/W '11


Sunday, June 12, 2011

Pleats: Womens Trend

Pleats


A leather shell top worn above a skirt of floating, floor-length pleats. There was a sunny romanticism to Chloe's spring 2011 pairing, and it was a look much imitated. But it wasn't just Chloe: remember Lanvin's similarly captivating pleated gowns from the same season?

We've mentioned along the way the prevalence of pleats for spring 2011. And now we're here to tell you they're staying on as a trend for fall 2011.

So don't pack up pleats just yet, and don't be afraid to invest in them if there's that special statement piece you're considering. Pleats are back, and they're going to be with us for a while yet.

 Pleats at Vera Wang A/W '11

Styles of pleats in 2011

Invariably, every season something hits the catwalk that's pleated. But what particular types of pleats should you be on the look out for in 2011?

Most dominant as a 2011 fashion trend are knife pleats and their cousin, the sunray pleat. Knife pleats are single pleats that all go in the same direction; sunray or sunburst pleats are knife pleats that are cut to start smaller and get wider towards the bottom, creating a flared-out effect.

When you're looking for a statement, pleated item we're tipping our hat towards dresses. In particular, the maxi dress and the very-on-trend sheer maxi dress. If a pleated maxi dress isn't your thing, look then to midi and knee-length dresses.
  
Knee-length pleated overskirt at Dion Lee A/W '11


You'll note that we've excluded shorter hem length so far. They can work, but this is a trend that is about early 20th century influences and a sense of elegance, or a contrasting sense of 70's glamour. Shorter pleated items will come back in, but it's too early for a school-girl skirt revival just yet.


Pleats for Spring

When looking at pleats as a spring trend in 2011, what we're really looking at is lightweight fabrics; not boxy, school-girl pleats but flowing, ethereal ones.
  • When it comes to wearing these types of pleats in Spring:
  • Fabrics like crepe and silk tulle and anything that's to the sheer side is particularly on-trend.
  • For spring, as well as fall, the lightweight pleated maxi can easily be dressed up or down.
  • In the evening, it's utterly perfect with a 70's revival spin.
  • It can also work in a shorter length with a flapper / 1920s feel.

Pleated flapper dress at Jill Stuart A/W '11

Pleats for Fall

Stepping off the spring runways and onto the fall ones, not much has changed. Despite the appropriateness to the cold weather, sheer and lightweigh fabrics are still key, though for winter there's also the option of something heavier.

The main difference for fall is how you style it. Here are some styling tips for the colder weather:
  • Pair a sunray pleat maxi-dress with socks or tights and heels, and some cosy layers on top. Having your soft, pleated gown flowing out from under a coat or jacket is simple yet effective.
  • Play it down in a rock-chic pair of boots instead of heels.
  • Mix styles for contrasts, like the dreamiest of pleated skirts with a bohemian fur or a tough biker jacket.
 Layered pleats at Richard Chai A/W '11