Milan Fashion Week S/S 2011 favorites

Antonio Berardi

Dolce & Gabbana

Fendi

Jil Sander

Milan Fashion Week: Marni, Roberto Cavalli

Marni Ready To Wear Fall 2010

Roberto Cavalli Ready To Wear Fall 2010


Two completely different collections that I both loved in their own way. I always adore the bold colors and clear shapes and Marni and of course their killer accessories. This season I got a bit of a sexy librarian vibe from the collection I really liked the knee socks - such a fun touch. The color palette is wonderful and I loved the sheer materials over the boxy dresses.
And Roberto Cavalli, well I don't know if I ever posted about a collection of his before as it's usually not really my cup of tea. But this seasons collection had such a cool and laid back look and impeccable styling that I couldn't help but love it. Just look at the crazy mix of patterns and materials!

Milan Fashion Week: Jil Sander, Fendi, Prada, Bottega Veneta

Jil Sander Ready To Wear Fall 2010

Fendi Ready To Wear Fall 2010

Prada Ready To Wear Fall 2010

Bottega Veneta Ready To Wear Fall 2010

atelier versace SS 2010

Milan Fashion Week S/S01: Sportmax, Antonio Marras, Gianfranco Ferr�, Prada

^this is so nice and wearable. I love the light and very spring-y color palette and the fact that everything in the collection looks so effortless and chic.


^ the girly me loved Antonio Marras SS 2010 collection - the girls look like they could've stepped out of a fairy tale. The delicate transparent fabrics layers are perfect for spring and the tights and sock give the looks a perfect finish. Oh and not to forget the cute hats. Really, what's not to love about this?


^ if I were to attend some fancy red carpet event and could have my dress made by whoever I wanted I'd most likely choose Gianfranco Ferre. I just love the way he structures his delicate dresses and gowns and give them this certain uniqueness.


^ I really enjoyed this despite the fact that it's not very wearable. As a whole the looks are amazing but I think most of these pieces won't work on their own. I'm curious to see them in editorials tough.

prada s/s 2010

first impression from the Prada SS 2010 show in Milan

Milan Fashion Week: Prada

I always look forward to Prada as it's always so unexpected and inspirational. This collection was very tough and warrior like. I really liked the flapper dresses and all those greatly cut coats. But as usual with Prada you got to let it sink in a bit before you can really make a judgement...and even if end up not liking it at all, it will be so all over the place that eventually it'll grow on you =P haha.
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Milan Fashion Week: Marni, Fendi

I like Marni's collections, they're always so fun and sophisticated. There is so much going on in each of the looks - color, shapes and lots of textures yet it looks very clean and pulled toghether. And as always at Marni, the accossoires are to die for...<3!


Fendi presented a very modern, urban and as always a very luxurious collection. There was lots of leather and absolutely love how they mixed it with the other fabrics like velver and fur. I loved the shoes, the glitzy deatils and the corset details.

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Milan Fashion Week: D&G, Gucci

Although this is D&G and I never like D&G's tacky-ness I feel myself strangely drawn to this very theatrical, almost costume-y collection. Yes, there were quite a few looks which I totally hated but I couldn't stop myself from liking these cute "sofa"-skirts and dresses and the beautiful tulle pieces. If this had been done in a more tasteful and toned down version I would've loved it even more. But this is D&G after all so I just look at it as a very fun collection ^o^


All in all way too much glitter in this collection but there were a few very nice looks. But I'm not a fan of Gucci anyway so I didn't exactly have high expectations.
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Milan Fashion Week: Burberry Prorsum

I know I say this every season but Christopher Bailey never disappoints me! The fall 09 collection was very toned down and natural with lots of basic and really timeless pieces.
The romantic and classic looks were toughened up with chunky lace up boots, spiked chain bracelets and the classic trenches were cut to look a tad bit slouchy for a masculine touch. Easily my favorite collection this season =)

? shoe heaven ?
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Milan Fashion Week: Missioni

I love the styling of this collection, so messy and yet very well put together. I especially like the bits of shiny jewelry peeking out between the layers. It is refreshing to see such a light color palette in a fall/winter collection. Just what I needed after what seemed like endless all-black collections.


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Milan Fashion Week - Burberry Prorsum

My personal favorite collection shown in Milan this season is Burberry Prorsum

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Christopher Bailey never disappoints me and it was no different this season. The collection seems like an extension from last season yet it is really different. While last season we got a polished young lady, the same girl has now discovered her "dark side". Like she went into the woods and got her pretty clothes wet and dirty. I love how in the collection luxury meets that worn/dirty/muddy look. It's interesting that he's doing something so dark and moody for spring but I actually like it. Also I think the styling is absolutely wonderful here, I really had a hard time choosing my favorite looks from the collection - I really loved every single one!

London Fashion Week - September 08

It is that time of year again when we all put on our high heels and fancy frocks and head down to the Natural History Museum for London Fashion Week. That was how I spent my Monday taking in the collections by Wildlifeworks and Olanic, that is when I was not hanging out at the sub zero press office with the lovely Michelle Obi from myfashionlife and checking out the exhibition. It was just what I expected from LFW; original, creative and stylish with an uber cool vibe in the air.

The thing that stands out about LFW are the events that run alongside it. As well as the numerous parties, launches and receptions there are fantastic fashion shows that run off schedule from the main fashion shows. On/Off and Vauxhall Fashion Scout are the main two and the idea of these shows is to allow up and coming designers who cannot afford to show to LFW an avenue to show their collection. So while On/Off takes up residence at the the Royal Academy of Arts, Vauxhall Fashion Scout makes its base on Cromwell Road. Each venue comes with its own press office complete with laptops, publications and footage of the shows.

On/Off events
In it's ninth year, On/Off prides itself in nurturing new talent in the UK and have established themselves as the trendiest designer exhibition showcase. Considering that they have talent such as Sinha Stanic, Jasper Conran and Louise Amstrup onboard this is no surprise. However, On/Off is now much more than a showcase; the brand has launched the On/Off boutique with Oli.co.uk and have also embraced technology by producing video podcasts of all catwalk shows which are available to download from iTunes, Youtube as well as the On/Off website. The brand is also making it's debut at Paris Fashion Week.

Vauxhall Fashion Scout
This is the largest catwalk event in London for emerging designers and features 20 exciting shows over the course of LFW. Designers such as Jens Laugesen, Aganovich, Avsh Alom Gur, Peter Pilotto and Felder Felder have glided through. The most striking aspect about Vauxhall is the funky and vibrant press office that is located upstairs. Taking the theme from Morocco, the press office has drapes made from North African influence with beaded cushions lying casually on the sofas. Trust me it is superfly.

With all these countless activities the mind boggles when you hear the shocking news that the country's finest fashion show may be reduced from six days to four. It seems that our pals across the Atlantic are pushing for New York Fashion Week to be put back so it does not clash with Labour Day celebrations and with Milan Fashion Week refusing to budge this puts the pressure on LFW. The decision is set to be announced tomorrow so you can imagine that the British Fashion Council along with all the Brit fashionistas will be glued to the news.

Update
Well it's smiles all round today as it has just been announced that London Fashion Week will be keeping their five days. An agreement was reached by all four fashion meccas which will accommodate all events.

Milan Fashion Week: Fendi

Fall 2008 Ready to Wear

What a fantastic collection from Fendi! The cocoon shapes are wonderful and those coats...fantastic!

Milan Fashion Week: Emilio Pucci

Fall 2008 Ready to Wear

I looove the shoes <3

Milan Fashion Week: Gianfranco Ferr�

Fall 2008 Ready to Wear

Wonderful craftmanship, the draping, the shapes and the fabrics...love it all!

Milan Fashion Week: Prada, Etro

Fall 2008 Ready to Wear

I love all the lace used in this collection and the transparent pieces. An outstanding collection in my opinion.

Fun, fresh and very wearable!

Milan Fashion Week: Burberry Prorsum Fall 2008 Ready to Wear

Burberry Prorsum + Christopher Bailey = ?. Great coats as always at Burberry and wonderful dresses. I'm in love with that color palette and the cool look of the entire collection.

Blugirl Fall 2008 Ready To Wear

Do do like bluegirl from time to time as I am a sucker for anything cute and girly <3 This collection is especially nice because it reminds me so much of ice princesses...makes me feel like a little girl again ^o^

Milan Fashion Week: Emporio Armani Fall 2008 Ready to Wear