Saturday, October 9, 2010

Paris' Most Stylish









Fendi took over the VIP Rooms for one of its famed Fendi O' one night only nightclubs to launch the new Fan di Fendi fragrance. The three (beautiful) faces of the scent - Anja Rubik, Abbey Lee and Karmen Pedaru - all wore Fendi at the party, where Duran Duran performed for the crowd, which included Karl Lagerfeld, Alessandra Ambrosio, Dree Hemingway, Giovanna Battaglia and Elisa Sednaoui.

arl Lagerfeld showed an epic Chanel collection of 87 looks yesterday and he had a bevy of glossy fans on hand to witness his brilliance - Keira and Clemence were both there, as was Rachel Bilson, Lily Allen, Claudia Schiffer, Anna Mouglalis, Elisa Sednaoui, Lou Doillon and... well, you get the picture.

Friday, October 8, 2010

Patricia Nash Accessories






In creating her debut collection of handbags and leather accessories, veteran designer Patricia Nash took inspiration from classic European silhouettes as well as her extensive travels.

The Fall 2010 collection eschews over-embellishment in favor of classic hand-finished detailing in fine Italian leather, offering pieces that are at once timeless and contemporary.

Using traditional leather artisan techniques, Nash creates pieces that evoke cherished items a seasoned traveler would purchase abroad—the unique treasures unearthed years later by a daughter. Rooted in old-world craftsmanship, the new handbag collection features six handcrafted leather groups, each with their own distinct patina.

The six leather groups—Crackle Cow, Bonanza, Veg Tan, Vintage Goat, Dip Leather and Floral—represent an array of styles ranging from work-appropriate Shoppers and Satchels to Saddle Bags and Pouches perfectly suited to weekends or a casual night out.

The Dip Leather collection features custom ombre-dyed leather, while the Floral collection includes pieces in a subtle seasonal floral print.

The cornerstone of the collection, the Milano Convertible Satchel, transforms from a top handle to a shoulder bag by simply folding the handles over and snapping the handle in place.

Retailing from $98-$248, the collection is available at department stores and specialty boutiques across the country as well as via www.PatriciaNashDesigns.com

Exclusive interview with John Galliano

JONH GALLIANO SPRING SUMMER 2011 COLLECTION VIDEO

Spring 2011 John Galliano









3 October 2010 Paris

When it comes to unearthing an evocative muse, John Galliano is famously and extravagantly skilled. For Spring, it was the fictitious-sounding but real Maria Lani. Passing herself off as an actress, she conned the crème de la crème of the twenties Paris art scene (Matisse, Léger, di Chirico, Chagall, etc.) into painting her portrait and then absconded with some 50 works.

And so the stage was set. That's an appropriate metaphor, considering the venue (the grand Opéra Comique), but it also speaks to the current iteration of a Galliano runway show, which is so much about theatrical elements cushioning the actual fashion. That can prompt critics to question the validity of the latter, but these looks, each meant to be a portrait of Lani with many variations on hair and makeup, had an undeniable beauty that went to the heart of what Galliano does best.

There was the daywear of trenchcoats in lace-edged leather and sheer organza; and then for evening, gorgeous white Poiret-esque gowns with silver beading, and Empire columns with constructed bustiers and a cascade of embroidered petals or feather-trimmed silk. Another standout: the black trench on Yasmin LeBon, with a hem of floral embroidery and flat tiers of ruffles.

Like many others this week, Galliano used catwalk vets like LeBon, Marie-Sophie, and Angela Lindvall. Seeing them vamp on the gold mirrored runway, you could blur your eyes and pretend it was 1998. Even if it didn't hare off into unexplored territory, today's exuberant and inspiring presentation, which climaxed with a shower of gold confetti, managed to delight a weary fashion crowd. And that's saying something.

Short Hair Style




Arthur Sales






Arthur Sales, born in 1991, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, is a Brazilian model, best known as the face of "Butch Swimwear".

From the early age, Sales always wanted to be a lawyer. Right out of high school, he entered a Law School on a small sum of money.

Not long after that, a friend, who's also a model, convinced him to try modeling. He was skeptical at first and knew nothing about the modeling industry, but figured it might be a great way to help pay off his student loans. His friend presented him to EPModels and everything begun.

His first was photoshoot for clothing catalogs. Then in 2009, he landed the spring "DSquared2" ad campaign and walked the runway for them. In the same year, he became the face of "Butch" swimwear, in which he was photographed opposite singer Shakira for "Vanity Fair".

For fun, Sales loves practicing jiu-jitsu, surfing, and hanging out with friends.