Month: October 2016
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Robert Pattinson models Dior Homme spring collection 2017
In the men's spring collection for Dior, Robert Pattinson is photographed in a black and white ad campaign against the backdrop of a Parisian night. Shot by Karl Lagerfeld, the Dior Homme collection features Pattinson in a biker jacket, tuxedo, and suit, one embroidered with lily-of-the-valley motifs. The collection was overseen by Dior creative director…
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Arab Fashion Week flaunts ‘ready couture’ in Dubai
It is the first time that a fashion week has been dedicated to the form, described by organisers as a blend of haute couture and ready-to-wear or pret-a-porter. In Paris, we celebrate high-end haute couture,” said Jacob Abrian, the head of the Dubai-based Arab Fashion Council (AFC). In Dubai and the Arab world, “we want…
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Sophie de Champsavin and Natalia Grgona of Paris Modes TV: ‘Shoulders, stripes and a 1980s vibe on the Paris runway’
As Paris Fashion Week wraps up in the French capital, fashion journalists Sophie de Champsavin and Natalia Grgona, of Paris Modes TV, give us their take on this latest round of catwalk shows, showcasing upcoming trends and new faces to watch out for on the runway. What were the key trends for spring/summer 2017 in…
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How to score a pair of Nike’s ‘Back to the Future’ self-lacing shoes
The next-generation shoe features responsive power laces which tighten and conform to the foot and was made famous by its silver screen owner, Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) in 1989. The draw is in support of The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.
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First look at Michael Kors resort collection 2017
Michael Kors has released the first new images for his resort campaign 2017. Shot by photographer Mario Testino, the resort campaign for Michael Kors Collection features Anja Rubik seated in the back of a vintage speedboat wearing a dress and heels accented by grommets and rings. “Destination dressing is the best of all worlds,” said…
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Spaghetti straps, trousers, open backs: wedding dresses embrace new forms for 2017
As with ready-to-wear, every year wedding attire is updated to reflect new trends, and the 2017 season will be no exception. It is now possible to tie the knot attired in casually elegant wedding trousers, or a racy gown with a plunging backline that is more sensual than ever. Draping, volume, tulle, bustier tops: the…
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The top five makeup trends from Paris Fashion Week
Paris Fashion Week has a reputation for being one of the boldest and most creative of all the fashion cities when it comes to catwalk makeup, and the Spring/Summer 2017 shows certainly lived up to this reputation. Holographic pink highlighter and doubled-up lashes were the key to the doll-like beauty look at Rihanna's Fenty x…
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Louis Vuitton and Miu Miu: the Paris Fashion Week finale
Paris Fashion Week came to a close on Wednesday with strong shows from Louis Vuitton, Moncler Gamme Rouge and Miu Miu. Nicolas Ghesquière headlined the final day of the Spring/Summer 2017 shows with a collection of bias-cut dresses featuring cut-out details, super slim trousers and a color palette that riffed on 80s trends, featuring golden…
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Chanel goes digital and Kenzo gets ready to party: Paris Fashion Week day 8
Paris Fashion Week waltzed into its penultimate day with artistic extravaganzas from Chanel, Kenzo and more. Here are some of the highlights.
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Where 7 Hollywood Stylists Shop During Paris Fashion Week
The hottest stores in Paris — and designer items scored by Kim Kardashian’s, Beyonce’s and Hailey Baldwin’s stylists.