Month: January 2016
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Pre-fall roundup 2016: Christopher Kane, Boss and Sonia Rykiel
At Christopher Kane, the collection is a continuation of the 'crash and repair' philosophy behind the Spring/Summer 2016 show. “That same girl from last season who is eccentric, rich and poor, sophisticated and unsophisticated is still there, but other elements have entered her world,” explains the designer. Hence a mixture of the everyday and the…
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Pre-fall roundup 2016: Christopher Kane, Boss and Sonia Rykiel
At Christopher Kane, the collection is a continuation of the 'crash and repair' philosophy behind the Spring/Summer 2016 show. “That same girl from last season who is eccentric, rich and poor, sophisticated and unsophisticated is still there, but other elements have entered her world,” explains the designer. Hence a mixture of the everyday and the…
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Dolce and Gabbana unveils discreet designs for Muslim women
Dolce and Gabbana, designers best known for womenswear inspired by the sultry sensualism of southern Italy, are attacking the booming middle Eastern market for high fashion with a collection of abayas and hijabs. The Abaya line, which conforms with the modesty requirements of most versions of Islam, was launched this week in D&G's boutiques throughout…
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Dolce and Gabbana unveils discreet designs for Muslim women
Dolce and Gabbana, designers best known for womenswear inspired by the sultry sensualism of southern Italy, are attacking the booming middle Eastern market for high fashion with a collection of abayas and hijabs. The Abaya line, which conforms with the modesty requirements of most versions of Islam, was launched this week in D&G's boutiques throughout…
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Fashion designer, miniskirt pioneer Courreges dies aged 92
PARIS (AP) — Fashion officials say French designer Andre Courreges, who laid claim to the invention of the 1960s miniskirt, has died at the age of 92.
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French fashion designer Andre Courreges dies at 92: company
Paris (AFP) – French fashion designer Andre Courreges, symbol of a style revolution in the 1960s, has died at the age of 92, his company announced on Friday.
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Léa Seydoux set to be new face of Louis Vuitton
WWD magazine reports that Louis Vuitton has chosen French actress Léa Seydoux to be the face of its brand.
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3 Must-Have Handcrafted Accessories for 2016
To kick off 2016 in style, you need to check out handcrafted accessories. They’re unique, elegant, will make a statement, and don’t cost a fortune. The List’s Holly Morgan is checking out artisan jewelry because it’s What’s Trending. Also on Yahoo Makers: Turn Old Jewelry Into Gift Magnets 5 Tips for Layering Necklaces and Other…
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London Collections Men: in numbers
Approximately 5,000 cappuccinos will be served at London Collections Men (LCM), which kicks off Friday and sees the cream of British menswear fashion go on show in the UK capital. As fashionistas flock to see the big names such as Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Belstaff and Christopher Kane, all attention will be on the Autumn/Winter 2016…
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Andre Courreges, Famed French Fashion Designer, Dies at 92
The designer, known for his futuristic designs and pioneering the miniskirt in the 1960s, passed away on Thursday evening after a decades-long battle with Parkinson’s disease.