Posts tagged trends

May 25, 2011

Trends from Cannes

We’ve already taken a look at Cannes through the ages, but what about 2011? The long sleeve trend that has been developing blossomed in Cannes, perfectly in keeping with the festival’s aura of cool fabulousness. You don’t want to look like you’re trying too hard, now do you, chèrie? Uma Thurman in Armani Privé Zhang [...]

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February 25, 2011

Earn Your Style Stripes!

The varsity jacket, a spring must have, has come long way since its preppy, athletic origins! From 50s university campuses, to the fashion capitals…to you! For the Big Man on Campus, your best girl is the best accessory… Isabel Marant, Spring/Summer 2011 Rag and Bone, Fall/Winter 2011 We especially like it in updated colours from [...]

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February 18, 2011

So bright, you gotta wear shades!

Tired of winter? Inspired by the eye-searing colour in the Spring/Summer shows? Stock up on bright pieces to wear now and through the summer! The beauty of US Basic (available now in our showroom!) is that the shapes are so simple and well, basic, it makes trendy brights extremely easy to wear. We also love [...]

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February 4, 2011

What Goes Around Comes Around

Feast your eyes on this! There’s an amazing exhibition of Chinese Imperial robes through the 27th of February at London’s V&A Museum… The show spans three centuries of Chinese emperors and the royal family’s clothing, and includes more than 50 clothing items, plus accessories and textiles to complete the look! Because the textile weaving and [...]

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January 27, 2011

Black Swan/White Swan

Intrigued by the ballet looks you’ve seen in the sensational film “Black Swan,” by Darren Aronofsky? Whether you like subtle or full tilt, ballet is IT! Tell me you haven’t been swooning over this… Natalie Portman is amazing as she brings the costumes and rich ballet tradition to life… Word is that these fantastical designs [...]

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