Monday, March 02, 2015

Versace Went Hashtag-Happy (and Red Hot) for Fall

Versace Went Hashtag-Happy (and Red Hot) for Fall:

The Versace fall 2015 finale. Photo: Imaxtree
The Versace fall 2015 finale. Photo: Imaxtree
The Versace show space — located inside the house's original atelier on Via Gesù — was a bit of an assault on the eyes. That's not because it wasn't nice to look at: the plexiglass runway was lined with lush trees and there was a giant, Roman key-design structure of the same material built as a backdrop. But instead of normal houselights, the room was bathed in red light, making for an interesting seat-finding experience. This foreshadowed some sexy things to come, and once the crowd had settled into its benches, the red-hot show could begin.

Donatella Versace isn't one to shy away from excess or sensuality, and her fall 2015 collection only proves this further. In a palette of black and bold, elementary colors, the collection featured lots of thigh-high boots, plunging necklines, skirts with zippers all the way down the back and fitted, pinstriped pieces that represented Versace's take on the power suit. Some dresses and tops were missing their entire backs, allowing Versace-branded bras (with that same Roman key pattern) to hang out on display.

Evening dresses were slashed and slit up-to-there — the most interesting of which had cut-outs that played with symmetry and simple geometric shapes. Karlie Kloss even stomped down the runway in a dress so short that it barely covered her bottom. For a bit of contrast, there were comfy-looking sweaters and sweatshirts for daytime, emblazoned with the brand's name. The collection as a whole recalled '80s-era decadence and logomania, but save for a few pieces — the large Versace letter chokers and a Big Bird-yellow fur come to mind first — it didn't come off as tacky.

The sex appeal wasn't the only aspect of this collection that will likely get people talking: The glittery finale looks not only featured the name "Versace" spelled out in multicolored crystals, but we also spotted an "@" symbol and an actual hashtag. We don't think it's a coincidence that the final walk (set to "When Doves Cry" by Prince) culminated with models ascending twin staircases in unison and peeking out from above the runway as Donatella took her bow — it was one of Fashion Month's most Instagrammable moments thus far. If you're planning on posting about your thoughts on the show, don't forget to "at" her.

See the full fall collection below.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:18 AM
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Highlights from Day 3 of Milan Fashion Week

Highlights from Day 3 of Milan Fashion Week:

Molly Bair at the Giamba show. Photo: Imaxtree
Molly Bair at the Giamba show. Photo: Imaxtree
Fashion Month is a marathon, not a sprint, and after two weeks of nonstop runway action in New York and London, we've made it to Milan. Read on for our highlights of day two of Milan Fashion Week.

Blumarine

According to her show notes, Anna Molinari's latest offering for Blumarine was inspired by sophisticated travelers, and with her woman's nomadism comes an "innate nonchalance" and a "disregard for rules." This meant the collection had a little bit of everything mixed together, like it was pulled from a suitcase packed for a journey with no particular destination. There were cozy turtlenecks and fur coats for a wintertime jaunt; some smart belted coats for on-duty days; minidresses in silk or sparkling embroidery for night and long, languid evening gowns ideal for a fancy affair. Disco vibes came through in the lurex, chainmail and shiny tinsel-esque dresses — many with very short hemlines — which were likely influenced by her muse for the season, Warhol superstar Baby Jane Holzer. The Studio 54-ready lurex gown with rainbow stripes was by far my favorite piece.

Giamba

Fall 2015 marks Giambattista Valli’s second season showing a collection for his youthful offshoot, Giamba, on Milan’s fashion calendar. With his flair for all things feminine and delicate, we knew there were certain things we could expect, and these came in the form of floaty silk minidresses with a floral motif, hints of candy-colored pink fur and sweet, intricate lace pieces — one of which was dip-dyed in yellow and pink, like an ombré Easter egg.

What we did not expect, however, was the edgy turn that the Giamba girls took for fall. Before the show, Valli told Suzy Menkes that his ladies are “Instagram Lolitas,” which could explain the knee-high black buckle boots, floral tights overlaid with fishnets, strappy (and vaguely stripper-esque?) patent platforms and black leather harnesses that were paired with a handful of looks. While the beauty look was kept fresh and simple, the models had face tattoos drawn on for an extra element of rebellion. As it turns out, the Giamba girls are not so innocent — and we’re digging it.

Tod's

We’d like to take just a moment to talk about the coats in Alessandra Facchinetti’s latest collection for Tod’s, because they’re seriously beautiful. The show opened with a pink leather trench coat, accented with an asymmetrical zipper and whipstitched leather belt. That stitching detail carried through much of the collection, lining the pockets and lapels of another blush tone overcoat in a contrasting shade of white, as well as on a sporty black parka (that was accented with panels of leather) to add some polish. A pink shearling with an intarsia pattern of simple geometric shapes closed the show, and we’re fairly confident that anyone stepping out in one of these Tod’s toppers — no matter how bitterly cold it is outside — would feel like a million bucks.

Etro

Last season, designer Veronica Etro went full Coachella on us: fringed bags, tribal prints, flowy boho dresses — the whole nine yards. But for fall, she left the festival campground behind in favor of something more cozy. According to the show notes, she was inspired by home interiors, specifically tapestries, luxe upholstery and rich wallpaper, and elements of each were mixed together in every single look. The designer must have been hanging out in very wealthy people’s abodes, as the collection was over-the-top opulent.

There were patchwork coats, pants and dresses that combined a myriad of different materials and textures — suede, leather, velvet, python, jacquard and sequins, to name just a few — head-to-to geometric prints that recalled fancy carpet patterns and a moto-like jacket constructed from strips of ribbon. It was a lot to digest, but the coats were the real standouts, especially those in a solid color, save for a wavy, intarsia or embroidered design along the bottom.

Marco de Vincenzo

Marco de Vincenzo is easily one of the buzziest designers showing in Milan right now, and the designer took his audience somewhere far over the rainbow for fall. The pieces I was drawn to most were the most straightforward: knits, silk tops and dresses with vertical stripes in a range of bright shades were fun and looked easy to wear. Although they were simple, a few got an extra kick from being done up in lurex towards the end of the show. The color play appeared on triangle-patterned coats and on the piping of skirts, jackets and blouses as well, giving otherwise classic pieces a joyful (and surprising) update. We’re not sure if the ROYGBIV gradient sunglasses will be produced or were just used for styling purposes, but we’d love to see what the world looks like through those babies.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:18 AM
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Lupita Nyong'o's Calvin Klein Oscar Night Dress Reportedly Recovered

Lupita Nyong'o's Calvin Klein Oscar Night Dress Reportedly Recovered:

Lupita Nyong'o at the 2015 Oscars. Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Lupita Nyong'o at the 2015 Oscars. Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images
The Calvin Klein dress Lupita Nyong'o wore to the Academy Awards on Sunday, which was stolen from her hotel room on Tuesday, has reportedly been recovered.

In a statement from the brand, a spokesperson says the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is currently working to confirm that a dress recovered is the same worn by Nyong'o (though, how many pearl encrusted dresses are out there, really?).

Ironically, the dress was found thanks to none other than paparazzi purveyors TMZ, who received a call from the alleged thief on Friday. Apparently, the thief took two of the pearls down to L.A.'s Garment District only to discover they were fake. An email from TMZ says a source connected to the brand put it this way: "Did anyone ever say they were real from Calvin Klein? I always assumed everyone knew they were fake, but I guess not." Thwarted by the fake-out, the thief returned the dress to the hotel.

Calvin Klein Creative Director Francisco Costa is "thrilled" to have the dress recovered, and says in the statement, "Once it’s returned to us, we will be able to have the dress restored and archived, as it now represents an important moment for the brand.”

The dress has a reported value of $150,000; A representative for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department could not immediately be reached for confirmation.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:17 AM
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Peter Dundas Looked to the Stars for His Rumored Final Collection at Pucci

Peter Dundas Looked to the Stars for His Rumored Final Collection at Pucci:

A look from Pucci's fall 2015 collection. Photo: Imaxtree
A look from Pucci's fall 2015 collection. Photo: Imaxtree
I'm not into astrology, but zero knowledge of the zodiac was necessary to know that the Emilio Pucci show on Saturday would bring change. After months of speculation and cryptic working on the invitation that read "with gratitude to Peter Dundas," showgoers entered the Palazzo Serbelloni expecting a something special — a supposed last hurrah from the designer who's been Pucci's creative lead since 2008, though the fact as to whether he's actually exiting was purposely kept vague. (Reps for Pucci did not immediately return our request for confirmation.)

For his final (?) showing, Dundas looked to the stars for inspiration (along with an entirely black and white collection that Emilio Pucci designed in the '50s) and this came through in the twinkling embroidered pieces, a series of looks in dark navy blue, star signs embroidered onto separates with gold beads and, most obviously, giant graphics of the zodiac symbols as a running motif. These constellation-inspired patterns really came to life in the finale dresses, which were expertly crafted and completely dazzling as they walked down the runway.

The sex appeal that Dundas has brought to the brand over the years was alive and well, too: There were peek-a-boo bandage dresses, open backs and lots of sheer and short hemlines (not to mention Gigi Hadid in a bodycon cheetah print number). The bohemian attitude he's become known for appeared in the form of suede fringe, flowy silk eveningwear and some very cool mixed-material booties. A pair of finely beaded macramé-esque minidresses in black and white — which reveled plenty of skin through the open weaving — were perfect examples of Dundas's skill.

Unsurprisingly, Dundas was able to wrangle an impressive lineup of models to walk in the show, including Eva Herzigova, Karlie Kloss, Hilary Rhoda, Joan Smalls, Anja Rubik and Natasha Poly who have all supported his work at Pucci — the latter two even called upon Dundas to design their wedding dresses in 2011.

As Dundas came out to take his bow — ironically (or not) as Sam Smith's "Stay With Me" finished booming through the speakers — his design team swiftly followed, cheering for him loudly and leading many audience members to rise for a standing ovation. While we don't know what's in the stars for the house of Pucci or for Dundas himself next season — although whispers in the crowd suggest that he'll be groomed to take over at Roberto Cavalli, where he worked as chief designer in the early 2000s — if I may borrow from the show notes, we're confident they'll both move "upward and onward to new magical journeys."

See the full fall collection below.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:17 AM
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Highlights from Day 4 of Milan Fashion Week

Highlights from Day 4 of Milan Fashion Week:

Anna Ewers at Roberto Cavalli's fall 2015 show. Photo: Imaxtree
Anna Ewers at Roberto Cavalli's fall 2015 show. Photo: Imaxtree
Fashion Month is a marathon, not a sprint, and after two weeks of nonstop runway action in New York and London, we've made it to Milan. Read on for our highlights of day four of Milan Fashion Week.

Roberto Cavalli

I started my day at the Roberto Cavalli show, which was basically the fashion equivalent of a jolt of caffeine. Upon entering the venue, neon light fixtures shaped like jellyfish — they were probably meant to be pagoda lanterns, since Cavalli looked to China as a starting point this season — electrified the space, and there was an actual girl fight in the row behind me over some seating confusion. All so exciting! The actual clothing, however, was pretty standard for the Italian designer despite his newfound Eastern inspiration. The first looks out were primarily animal print, followed by a ton of sparkle from golden metal embellishments and sequins, a rock ’n’ roll attitude in the form of studs, fringe and exotic skins and, finally, silhouettes that skewed short and tight, with some bare midriffs thrown in for good measure.

The Ming vase-inspired florals were pretty, as were the white checked elements that recalled a dress worn by the designer’s muse Maggie Cheung in the 2000 film “In the Mood for Love.” But despite the clear craftsmanship, I wasn’t blown away. My favorite pieces were probably the least “Cavalli” of them all: a pair of textured, oversized army green parkas with fur hoods that I could see myself living in come fall.

Antonio Marras

Walking into Antonio Marras's show venue felt like stepping back in time to a rich 18th century parlor, with large crystal chandeliers illuminating the runway, the floors lined with fine rugs and the walls painted with Rococo art — not unlike something you'd expect to see at Versailles. The front row bench was lined with silk pillows, and the show notes came in the form of a folded, sealed love letter to Marras's muse for the season, Italian actress and model Benedetta Barzini, who's now 71 years old.

In the poetic note, the designer calls Barzini a Queen, which came through in the luxurious textiles and voluminous silhouettes worthy of Marie Antoinette, as well as gilded embroideries and a color palette of burgundy, dusty blue and powder pink. There were tapestry prints aplenty, and artfully mixed textures — ruffles, velvet, lace and sequins — gave each look its own personality. This may all seem old-fashioned, but there were plenty of youthful touches. One model came out wearing a mixed material minidress, a sparkling crown atop her head.

In an emotional moment for all, Barzini walked the runway wearing a regal, floor length gown to close the show. It was truly a collection fit for royalty.

Jil Sander

Rodolfo Paglialunga put on his second show for Jil Sander on Saturday, a crucial follow up to a debut that was met with mixed reviews. Longtime fans of the brand will likely be pleased with a number of pieces that the designer sent down the runway for fall, specifically the minimalist, menswear-inspired coats — which appeared in navy, sand, forest green and a very pale pink to close the show — classic, wide-legged trousers and crisply tailored skirts and day dresses.

To add a bit of flavor, Paglialunga injected some bright color (a yellow turtleneck here, a neon orange belt there) as well as some geometric elements like blocked diagonal stripes, thin intersecting lines and a bare-bones take on plaid that appeared in a number of looks. A series of simple slip dresses stood out for their ease and subtle, feminine sex appeal. Personally, I wasn't wowed — call me wistful for the final collections that Raf Simons showed for the label, if you must — but overhearing feedback among the crowd as we exited the show made me feel like I might be in the minority here.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:16 AM
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Mother's Day Came Early at Dolce & Gabbana's Fall Show

Mother's Day Came Early at Dolce & Gabbana's Fall Show:

A very pregnant Bianca Balti walks the runway at Dolce & Gabbana. Photo: Pietro D'Aprano/Getty Images
A very pregnant Bianca Balti walks the runway at Dolce & Gabbana. Photo: Pietro D'Aprano/Getty Images
Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana celebrated Sicilian grandmothers in their memorable spring 2015 ad campaign, and the designers continued this theme of all things familial for fall with a collection that was simply titled: “Viva la Mama.” To honor the woman who’s the heart of the family, Dolce and Gabbana went for an all-out, rose-colored lovefest that had the crowd cheering in their seats — and this editor tearing up a bit.

A curtain drew open to reveal 11 model mothers with their own children on a stage at the end of the runway, many of whom took a turn walking down together; those with infants and toddlers held them for the entire length of the 89-look show, which is a pretty impressive feat. Bianca Balti — the perennial D&G muse who is very pregnant with her second child — came down the runway to roaring applause. (Even Karlie Kloss, who's a pro at that smoldering model stare, couldn't help but giggle as she turned her back to the cameras after catching the eye of a particularly cute baby behind her.) The soundtrack consisted of a classic Italian pop song by Edoardo Bennato, also called "Viva la Mama," whose lyrics doubled as the show notes, and “Mama” by the Spice Girls, which personally made me giddy with nostalgia.

As for the clothes, the designers might have taken the theme a bit too literally at times. Childrens' doodles served as the primary pattern throughout the collection — they were printed on silk and embroidered in sequins — making otherwise pretty pieces look, well, juvenile. They went heavy with the rose motif as well, which worked in some cases and seemed excessive in others, like when a rather large one was splashed smack in the center of a white lace minidress. But other pieces, like the Italian lace dresses, simple furs and tailored outerwear, were beautiful enough to be turned into family heirlooms, passed down from mother to daughter for generations.

I'm not sure if I should chalk this up to peak Fashion Month exhaustion or the fact that I haven't seen my loved ones in a couple of weeks, but I'll be real with you: Seeing the joy on the mothers' (and models') faces as they came down the runway had me a little emotional. The show was a beautiful celebration of family (and of women) and it felt honest in its sentiment that every day should be Mother's Day. I love you, Mom!

See the full collection below.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:15 AM
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Want To Work at A.P.C. or Jemma Jennifer Mazur? Check Out Our Careers Page

Want To Work at A.P.C. or Jemma Jennifer Mazur? Check Out Our Careers Page:

Photo: Imaxtree
Photo: Imaxtree
Is a career in fashion in your future? We suggest you check out our careers page. We update it daily with new job and internship listings in every corner of the industry, including public relations, design and editorial.

Want in on the behind-the-fashion action? Jemma Wynne is looking to hire a director of sales and Ulla Johnson is on the hunt for a Production Manager. Meanwhile, Totokaelo is looking for a studio assistant in New York, a chance to do everything from managing samples to assisting stylists on e-commerce and editorial shoots. If press is more your pace, A.P.C is looking for a PR intern in New York.

Interested in styling or design? Celebrity fashion stylist Jennifer Mazur is looking for interns in Los Angeles, while M. Martin is searching for an assistant designer.

So head on over to our careers page today and take a browse — we've definitely got something for you.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:15 AM
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Max Mara to Stage Resort Show in London

Max Mara to Stage Resort Show in London:

The finale at Max Mara's fall 2015 show. Photo: Imaxtree
The finale at Max Mara's fall 2015 show. Photo: Imaxtree
Fashion editors and buyers could practically plan a 'round the world trip around the resort collections. The latest fashion house to announce a destination runway show for the season? Max Mara, which will show its resort collection in London on May 20.

The Italian fashion house follows Chanel and Dior, who have announced that they will show resort (or "cruise") in Seoul and Los Angeles, respectively, this year.

In recent years, brands have upped their investments in making -- and marketing -- their pre-collections, which typically hang in stores longer than their full-season offerings. It's become increasingly common for the larger European fashion houses to not only stage runway shows for pre-fall and resort, but to use them as an opportunity to travel abroad, perhaps to cities that they see as important markets for growth. Chanel led this trend -- Karl Lagerfeld has been showing both pre-collections for the brand abroad for years -- and Raf Simons has done the same at Dior since 2013. Louis Vuitton even got on the traveling bandwagon recently, having shown its resort collection in Monaco last year. No word yet on if the house plans to do the same in 2015.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:14 AM
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Meryl Streep's Daughters Land a Fashion Campaign

Meryl Streep's Daughters Land a Fashion Campaign:

Mamie, Grace and Louisa Gummer in the Clare Vivier x & Other Stories Co-Lab campaign. Photo: & Other Stories
Mamie, Grace and Louisa Gummer in the Clare Vivier x & Other Stories Co-Lab campaign. Photo: & Other Stories
It seems everything about Meryl Streep is pretty perfect, from her successful career to her adorable family life, complete with three beautiful blonde daughters.

H&M-owned label & Other Stories got in on the celebrity child casting trend by enlisting Streep's daughters -- Grace, Louisa and Mamie Gummer -- to star in a campaign featuring its second collaboration with accessories designer Clare Vivier, who is a personal friend of the sisters. Vivier is known for her easy west coast aesthetic, as exemplified in envelope clutches and pouches. As such, the Gummer sisters appear in the campaign wearing jeans and simple silk blouses with minimal makeup and undone hair. The "Co-Lab" line consists of colorful totes and bags as well as plain loafers, which the sisters are also wearing in the images.

The three siblings have followed their mother into the entertainment industry. Grace has acted in "The Newsroom" and "Frances Ha," among other projects, and Mamie starred in the medical series "Emily Owens, M.D." and has appeared several times on "The Good Wife." Youngest sister Louisa has stuck to modeling so far (she is signed with IMG) and was Vivier's first employee at her New York store in 2013.

The campaign was shot by Stephen Shore, which is an impressive pull for Vivier and & Other Stories. Shore started his career as an artist auspiciously, when in 1971, at age 23, he was the second photographer ever to have a one-man show at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He then delved into color photography, pioneering the medium before it was accepted as a serious art form. Shore's career has been long and lauded and this is not the first time he has taken on fashion projects: He has shot editorials for W and Garage and a campaign for Bottega Veneta, among others.

The Clare Vivier Co-Lab collection is available in part now at Steven Alan and in full at & Other Stories stores on March 5. Prices range from $11 for nail polish to $195 for a tote.

See all the images from the campaign below.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:13 AM
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Highlights from Day 5 of Milan Fashion Week

Highlights from Day 5 of Milan Fashion Week:

A look from MSGM's fall 2015 collection. Photo: Imaxtree
A look from MSGM's fall 2015 collection. Photo: Imaxtree
Fashion Month is a marathon, not a sprint, and after two weeks of nonstop runway action in New York and London, we've made it to Milan. Read on for our highlights of day four of Milan Fashion Week.

Marni

Perhaps it was the cross-body bags that recalled sword sashes, the vaguely tribal earrings, the clean (almost ninja-like) tunics or the thick waist belts in rich leather and python, but the Marni women looked like warriors as they came down the runway on Sunday. Many of the elongated silhouettes were raw at the edges and cut asymmetrically or slashed at the sides, revealing layers of color as the models moved. Fur was prominent, used on strong-looking coat sleeves, collars, belts and pockets. I'm not sure how one goes about signing up to become a part of this Marni army, but I'd like to submit my name, please.

MSGM

This season, Massimo Giorgetti forwent the digital prints that made him famous, relying instead on shocking colors, interesting textures and funky silhouettes to make a statement. Otherwise simple coats, tops and dresses had large ties at the neck, which were pretty ingenious alternatives to scarves, though Giorgetti had those, too -- oversized versions in bright, color-blocked mohair. Kicky pants flared out in a bell shape at the calf (which would likely be very unflattering on someone without model proportions); long coats and vests were cinched at the waist with robe belts in contrasting colors and there were appliqués aplenty, some floppy and heart-shaped, others that recalled a crocheted art project. All in all, it was a fun feast for the eyes (and for the ears, as the soundtrack consisted of one of my personal favorite '80s tunes, "Tom's Diner").

Like so many other designers this season, Giorgetti had an arsenal of statement furs in the MSGM lineup, including two fun coats that closed the show which were accented with a tinsel-like material for extra sparkle. As a piece of added flair, many of the solid-colored looks were adorned with cool, sculptural brooches, which have turned out to be a ubiquitous (and very easy to emulate) trend for fall.

Ferragamo

Through most of the Salvatore Ferragamo show, I kept my eyes focused on the color-blocked carpet runway. Not because it looked cozy enough to nap on (and trust me, I really wanted a nap), but because the collection's shoes were some of the coolest I've seen all month. On one pair, the heel resembled stairs, with metallic cubes stacked diagonally on top of each other; on another, a curved, striped heel looked like a rainbow of silver and gold.

The geometric motif carried through the collection as well, with my favorite looks being those that closed the show: A series of easy, elegant silk dresses and one wild coat made from strips of different colored fur (and I swear I didn't like it just because Anna Ewers was wearing it). The audience also got a kick out of some knit ponchos in a stretchy material that bounced buoyantly as models walked down the runway — those made for a great slo-mo Instagram video or two.

Trussardi

I never thought it was possible to want an entire wardrobe made from leather (if I had the budget for such a thing) until I left the Trussardi show. Designer Gaia Trussardi used plongé leather — a very thin, soft version that looked as fluid as fabric as it walked down the runway —  to create loose-fitting trousers, jumpsuits, skirts and camisoles that were surprisingly easy-breezy, in a color palette that can best be summed up as "fifty shades of greige." (Sorry, I had to.) A lace slip dress? Yes, it can be done — and done well.

Missoni

There have been hints of it here and there throughout Fashion Month, but Missoni's show on Sunday night seemed to make it official: the '80s are back, folks! Designer Angela Missoni got flashier for fall, with shoulder-padded jackets, bodycon dresses (many of which had cutouts or were one-shouldered), lots of shiny lurex and an electric color palette that ranged from orange to purple to cherry red, often all worn clashing together. There was also a hat tip to the activewear trend — although it read more "flashdance" than "street style" — in the form of bodysuits, aerobics-ready leggings and arm warmers. Personally, I think I'll stick to my Nikes and simple sweatshirts.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:13 AM
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Giorgio Armani Closes Milan Fashion Week With a Clever Skirt/Pant Combo

Giorgio Armani Closes Milan Fashion Week With a Clever Skirt/Pant Combo:

A look from Giorgio Armani's fall 2015 show. Photo: Imaxtree
A look from Giorgio Armani's fall 2015 show. Photo: Imaxtree
By 10:30 a.m. on Monday morning at Giorgio Armani's show — the last marquee name of Milan Fashion Week — editors, buyers and the rest of the international show-going population were feeling more than just a bit loopy, still digesting the five days of shows they (and we) had seen in Italy before hopping on a flight to Paris. We normally know what we can expect from an Armani collection — clean suiting, sensuous eveningwear, and luxurious wools and silks — but the designer had a few tricks up his sleeve this season that had the audience doing double takes.

On an illuminated runway, the collection opened with separates in a beautiful marbled pattern, shimmering metallics and aquatic shades of blue, grey and purple. Then came the optical illusions: Peter Pan-like collars were paired with a number of looks like a bib necklace, and from afar it was tough to tell whether or not they were attached. Many models' ensembles included bottoms that appeared to be a tulip skirt layered over pants, but were actually one impressively constructed piece that moved beautifully.

Texture added another visual element to a number of pieces, including a swirling blue fur skirt, some fuzzy fringe, a jacket that looked to be box-woven and silk eveningwear embroidered with a marbled pattern. In a final case of us thinking our eyes were playing tricks on us, pairs of models walked side-by-side (and perfectly in unison) wearing the same ensembles — one pair in suits, another in a shimmery evening top with black trousers — in different colorways. Props to Mr. Armani for keeping the fashion flock on its toes before they jet off to Paris. Ciao, Milano!

See the full Armani fall collection below.

Posted by Nelio Inacio at 10:12 AM
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Thursday, February 26, 2015

Barbara Palvin for Gas Jeans Fall 2013 Ad Campaign

Barbara Palvin for Gas Jeans Fall 2013 Ad Campaign:



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Gas Jeans Fall 2013 Ad Campaign
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Isabeli Fontana for Boa Forma Magazine July 2013 by Ale de Souza

Isabeli Fontana for Boa Forma Magazine July 2013 by Ale de Souza:







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Boa Forma Magazine July 2013

Model: Isabeli Fontana

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Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Glam and Hot Celebrity Hairstyles at Oscars 2015

Glam and Hot Celebrity Hairstyles at Oscars 2015:

Everyone is talking about Oscars 2015. We definitely have had a night for remembering! And what we have seen were fancy and luxurious dresses worn by the most famous stars. I must recognize that some of the dresses took my breath away. But, the dresses wouldn’t look so good if they weren’t paired with the right hairstyle and makeup.

For today I have made you a fascinating collection of glam and hot celebrity hairstyles at Oscars 2015. Are you excited? Check them out and inspire yourself!

Lupita Nyongo

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Gwyneth Paltrow

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Anna Kendrick

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Sienna Miller

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Jennifer Lopez

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Chrissy Teigen

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Rita Ora

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As you have already seen, none of the hairstyle above are not difficult to make. The celebrities have chosen very simple hairstyles for the Oscars 2015. The ponytails are the most common on the red carpet. Although is simple, this hairstyle perfectly fit to everything. It gives elegant and sophisticated touch to the glamorous gowns too. Jennifer Lopez paired Elie Saab’s nude gown with lovely ponytail and nude lipstick and I must recognize that she made perfect choice.

Carmen Ejogo

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Jenna Dewan Tatum

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Zoe Saldana

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Margot Robbie

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Rosamund Pike

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Always beautiful and stunning! Jennifer Aniston shined in a beautiful gown paired with neutral makeup and no hairstyle at all. But, she still looked great!

Jennifer Aniston

Emma Stone chose a classy hairstyle look. Her wavy bob hairstyle attract a lot of attention and a lot of positive comments. This hairstyle made her far more beautiful. She shined on the red carpet with her beautiful smile! What do you think about her look? I really liked her look!

Emma Stone

The main actress of 50 shades of grey, Dakota Johnson also chose to wear her sophisticated Saint Laurent red gown with simple ponytail and minimalist makeup. This ponytail perfectly fits to her always natural look and I totally admire her.

Dakota Johnson

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I love all of the hairstyles above and I must say that the celebrities made great choices. Plus, all of the hairstyles are easy and quick to do and you won’t need any help to do them. So, you should definitely try to do them at home. If you have some other interesting hairstyle suggestions for me, please let me know! I would love to see them all. Thank you for reading! Enjoy in the rest of your day and stay up to date with the contents of Fashion Diva Design!

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