If you’re looking to inject some colour into your Winter wardrobe then look no further than Emilio Pucci for a flash of brightness! The Pucci brand is known for producing bold prints and kaleidoscopic colours. For the less daring among us, a scarf is a safe way to subtly incorporate colour into your style. So breathe some life into your wardrobe this Winter and get yourself a vibrant Pucci scarf!
Net-a-porter have highlighted their essential bag trends for Fall-Winter 2011. Get your hands on these must-have designer It Bags and put them on your Christmas wish list now! Common themes include animal prints, jeweled colours, seventies styles, modern minimalist and the latest clutch style!
The Alexander McQueen label has continued to grow since the designer’s untimely death last year. Now, with the assistance of newly appointed Creative Designer, Sarah Burton, the luxury brand has entered the fashion stratosphere! Kate Middleton was patriotic on her wedding day, choosing the British designer as her dress-maker of choice.
Alexander McQueen was well known for his rebellious designs, provocative fashion shows, unique tailoring … and most importantly, the iconic skull theme! Skulls are featured on the brand’s clutches, scarves, and jewellery. This is just one of the many ways in which the genius designer influenced the fashion industry. Skulls are now the most imitated fashion symbol used on the high street today.
Lindsay Lohan, Cameron Diaz, Johnny Depp,and Nicola Roberts are among the many celebrities snapped accessorising with McQueen’s skulls!
A graduage of the Design Academy of Eindhoven, quirky designer Katharina Ludwig has used her skills to create unique and wonderful fashion accessories incorporating jewellery and ice. Her collection comprises of rings, necklaces, earrings and bags made from real ice and gold chains. In original form, the jewellery appears like elegant glistening rocks which, as time progresses, slowly melt away. The investment is not a huge loss as the jewellery is provided with molds so each piece can be re-frozen for repeated use. Great way to keep cool during the hot Summer days!
Nude shoes are clearly the trend of the Summer! Princesses, Countesses, Duchesses and celebrities set the shoe style of the season last week at the wedding of The Queen’s granddaughter Zara Phillips and rugby player Mike Tindall.
Kate Middleton led the fashion pack wearing LK Bennett beige court heels. Olympic champion Amy Williams, actress Katherine Kelly and television presenters Natalie Pinkham and Kirsty Gallagher cleverly chose understated nude shoes and let their eye-catching dresses make the statement. Other Royal guests Camilla Parker Bowles, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, The Countess of Wessex and the mother of the bride, Princess Ann chose simple classic nude-toned shoes. Even the Queen bowed to the trend and followed the rest of the fashion flock …
RUBY & FROST is a brand new online hair accessory boutique. Finally, there is a place dedicated solely to providing gorgeous hair pieces. Just launched this month, the British luxury brand offers a range of stunning headbands, barrettes, claw clips, pins and hair combs to suit any hair colour or style. All of RUBY & FROST’s pieces are made using luxurious materials and embellishments which are hand finished to ensure the highest level of quality. The pieces are all limited edition and made from pretty fabrics including ribbon, lace, leather, silk, stones and velvet.
The Ruby & FROST range consists of six collections, each of them representing a particular lifestyle …
The Free Spirit range is a mix of hippy-chic hair designs, ideal for achieving a boho glamour look. Styles for these accessories include flowers, feathers, festival and fringing!
Cheeky Chicks are trendy and bold pieces made in the quirkiest colours for those who are not afraid to stand out. The typical Cheeky Chic Girl is a fashion leader, not follower!
Love Me Darlings are a danty collection of romantic hairpieces bringing happiness to your heart. They are inspired by delicate and ladylike women.
Style Queens are the more serious and elegant pieces. Inspired by sleek and sophisticated Parisian style, these are ideal hair pieces for powerful business women.
White Magnolias are Ruby and Frost’s exclusive, beautiful bridal hair pieces. This vintage style collection of accessories flatter and sparkle in feminine colours like white, champagne, nude and pearls.
And finally the hair accessory “Basics” include any other staple accessories you’ll need to create different hair styles.
To shop this unique range of luxury hair accessories, visit www.rubyandfrost.com. Visit regularly to read their blog for some ticks and tricks for decorating your hair in the latest styles!
Iconic British shoe brand Jimmy Choo has launched a debut men’s shoe collection for Autumn/Winter 2011. The stylish and luxurious collection combines classic British styles with modern trends. The line includes both formal and casual styles including biker boots, cashmere trainers, evening slippers and loafers. Shoes are created by skilled and experienced Italian craftsmen using high quality fabrics including patent, suede, crocodile skin and exotic leathers.
Creative Director Tamara Mellon explains the typical Jimmy Choo man as “one who exudes confidence and style whether he is an artist or an investment banker, and is understated but has an individual flare. He has a knowledge of fashion and an understanding of the quality and the finish of his clothing. Attention to detail in his accessories are important to him and distinguish him from his peers.”
Dreaming of a Bright Christmas …
