Jourdan Dunn>New Face of Burberry

Is this season shaping up to be the spring of Jourdan?


Born on August 3, 1990 this 20 yr. old, from London,England - British Fashion Model Jourdan Dunn has been named as the new face of Burberry shot by Photographer Mario Testino at the Brighton Beach(the best place to wear your spring Burberry leather pants, you know ) for the Spring Burberry Ads.



Dunn grew up in Greenford, West London. She had her first child, Riley, a boy, on 8 December 2009 in London. She has been with her boyfriend, the baby's father, for five years.After giving birth to her first child a little over a year ago, Jourdan Dunn made a gradual return to fashion. She didn't start running around in a bikini five minutes after giving birth, like Gisele, but did a couple of runway shows, and not long after a Victoria's Secret catalog. Having appeared in every issue of American Vogue since September, and becoming a spring face of Burberry.

Campaign was shot on Brighton beach to celebrate the great British outdoors and Burberry's history of supporting emerging talent bringing to life the emotion behind protection from the elements. A dynamic campaign that reflects the diversity of broad global consumer, revealing new British cast members each month, all with their own identity, embodying the different attitudes of the Burberry guy and girl!"








Jourdan Dunn's Career Highlights


2006
Discovered while shopping with a friend in Primark
2006
Signs with Storm Management in London
2007
Signs with Women Management
FEB 2007
Debuts at the fall Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren, and Salvatore Ferragamo shows in New York and Milan
2007
David Sims photographs Dunn for Benetton
SEP 2007
Appears in Allure editorial, photographed by Michael Thompson
15 SEP, 2007
Featured on British Vogue.com as a "new star" Story»
OCT 2007
Walks the spring Alexander McQueen and Hermès shows in Paris
FEB 2008
Closes the fall Duro Olowu show in London
FEB 2008
Becomes the first black model to walk for Prada in over ten years
MAR 2008
Appears in Dazed & Confused editorial, photographed by David Slijper
2008
Style.com features Dunn as a top ten newcomer Story»
MAY 2008
Escorts Peter Som to the Costume Institute Gala, wearing Bill Blass
JUN 2008
Appears in editorials for i-D and French Vogue
JUL 2008
British Vogue features Dunn and her "high street" style
JUL 2008
Appears in Vogue editorial, photographed by Norman Jean Roy
JUL 2008
Featured on the cover of Italian Vogue, photographed by Steven Meisel
JUL 2008
Walks the Givenchy and Jean Paul Gaultier couture shows in Paris
2008
Emma Summerton photographs Dunn for Topshop
2008
Returns as one of the faces of Benetton, photographed by David Sims
AUG 2008
Appears in Italian Vogue editorial, photographed by Emma Summerton
2008
Sebastian Faena photographs Dunn for the fall cover of POP
SEP 2008
Appears on the cover of i-D, photographed by Emma Summerton
SEP 2008
Closes the spring Rodarte, Ossie Clark, and Alexander McQueen shows in New York, London, and Paris
SEP 2008
Opens Matthew Williamson's last collection for Pucci in Milan
OCT 2008
British Fashion Council nominates Dunn for Model of the Year, along with Agyness Deyn and Lily Donaldson
NOV 2008
Featured on the cover of British Vogue, with Rosie Huntington and Eden Clark, photographed by Emma Summerton
NOV 2008
Appears in editorials for Dazed & Confused, V, and i-D
25 NOV, 2008
Wins Model of the Year by British Fashion Council Story»
DEC 2008
Appears in British Vogue editorial, with Lily Donaldson, photographed by Nick Knight
DEC 2008
Featured on the cover of French Elle
2009
Terry Richardson photographs Dunn for the French Vogue calendar
JAN 2009
Appears in Vogue editorial, photographed by David Sims
JAN 2009
Walks the spring Chanel, Christian Dior, Givenchy, and Jean Paul Gaultier couture shows in Paris
FEB 2009
Appears in two editorials for Vogue
FEB 2009
Opens the fall Jason Wu, Oscar de la Renta, Vivienne Westwood, Issa, and Giambattista Valli shows in New York, London, and Paris
FEB 2009
Closes the fall Oscar de la Renta, Barbie, Thakoon, Betty Jackson, Twenty8Twelve, and Issa shows in New York and London
MAR 2009
Appears in editorials for V and Japanese Vogue
MAY 2009
Featured on the cover of Vogue, photographed by Steven Meisel
MAY 2009
Appears in Italian Vogue editorial, photographed by Craig McDean
JUN 2009
Appears in editorials for Russian Vogue, British Vogue, and W
24 JUL, 2009
Vogue announces Dunn's pregnancy Story»
2009
Craig McDean photographs Dunn for ck by Calvin Klein
2009
Emma Summerton photographs Dunn for the pre-fall cover of i-D, alongside Arlenis Sosa, Chanel Iman, and Sessilee Lopez
SEP 2009
Appears in editorials for Vogue and Italian Vogue
OCT 2009
Walks the spring Jean Paul Gaultier show in Paris, while pregnant
OCT 2009
Appears in editorials for Vogue and Italian Vogue
NOV 2009
Featured on the cover of Teen Vogue, photographed by Patrick Demarchelier
8 DEC, 2009
Gives birth to son Story»
2009
Kerry Hallihan photographs Dunn for the winter issue of i-D
FEB 2010
Makes a runway appearance at the fall Aquascutum show in London
SEP 2010
Appears in Vogue editorial, photographed by Steven Meisel
OCT 2010
Closes the spring Lanvin show in Paris, alongside Melodie Monrose, Ajak, Ataui Deng, and Jeneil Williams
OCT 2010
Appears in Vogue editorial, photographed by Patrick Demarchelier
NOV 2010
Appears in two editorials for Vogue

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TFW - The Fashion WeekEND - Publicist & PR

ANGARKH

The Indian clothes have proven to have the most International appeal. The excellence of traditional Indian Designer wear has turned many heads and has invited lot of reciprocation on its own way. A blend of contemporary classic mix to the modern day chic ethnic wear, it has everything you would ask for. A new level of traditional Indian designer wear is elevated by the perfection incorporated in terms of quality, originality, innovation and passion in each garment. With details oriented carefully in each color, fabric, and design used, the assortment has surely to impress you, getting the best out of you. Guys, look their best groomed for all the occasions in traditional wear and Ladies, just look eye-stunning and ravishingly gorgeous with this ethnic contemporary lining at ANGARKH.com.

From Gorgeous tunics to beautiful saris to elaborate lehengas and to subtle and classic suits, everything you need for a complete “You”.

www.angarkh.com

Pradeep Hirani,Kimaya>Colombo fashion Week

Pradeep Hirani, ‘India’s Ambassador of Fashion’, to represent the country at the Colombo fashion Week





Kimaya has consistently emerged as the biggest buyer at the Indian Fashion weeks since inception in 2002. Having over 150 of the top designers from the country all under one roof, the brand continues to extend its repertoire of international labels in additional to Rohit Bal , Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Arora, JJ Valaya, Rocky S, Manish Malhotra, Anamika Khanna, Malini Ramani, Gauri Nainika, Ranna Gill, Rina Dhaka, Shantanu and Nikhil, Falguni Shane Peacock, Narendra Kumar, Rajesh Pratap Singh, Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna, Gaurav Gupta, Pinko, MaxMara, Versus, R.E.D Valentino, Trussardi, Miss Sixty, and Paulo Ferrari etc.



Being the only Indian buyer to be invited to international fashion weeks of London, Paris, Milan, Durban, Malaysia, Tokyo, Dubai, Sao paolo (brazil) Argentina, Karachi, Lahore, Hongkong, Colombo,etc., Chairman Pradeep and wife Neha Hirani of Kimaya Fashions Pvt. Ltd. continue to mark a flattering presence at almost all fashion weeks that they have been a part of. Thus, the duo represents the country as the most important buyers on the international circuit in addition to the domestic ones.



Pradeep Hirani, being the on the forefront of the fashion fraternity in India, has yet again been specially invited to Sri Lanka for the Colombo Fashion Week that commences on 4th February,2011.



This CFW promises the glitter and grandeur with its Spring Summer and Resort wear collections and Pradeep is anticipating an exquisite showcase of fresh emerging talent at this event. With the enormous success from Colombo based designer, Ajaiy Vir Singh’s line ‘Stringhopper’, which is presently retailed through Kimaya stores in India, Pradeep believes that the Sri Lankan sensibility of design is very much in sync and refined to the Indian consumer’s taste.

And with over 30 designers participating this season, he is expecting to see a plethora of ingenuity of fashion and believes that there is a potential of picking new designers from CFW to be part of Kimaya’s extensive designer board.



Pradeep is of the belief, that Sri Lanka is currently experiencing immense sense of optimism and growth and is definitely poised to be one of the most influential nations in South Asia. “Its close proximity to India and its strategic location in the region makes it a perfect hub for fashion in the region,” says Hirani.



A pioneer in the Indian fashion industry, Kimaya delivers an uber-luxurious fashion experience, and is the only multi designer store has been instrumental over the years in not only popularizing Indian fashion to the world but is also responsible for creating an ideal platform for International designers within the country. Hirani’s vision is to create a global platform for fashion and incorporating talent and creativity from the world over. Pradeep is efforts in this area are undying and his recent visit to the Japan Fashion Week is yet another testimony to it.



Post the JFW, Pradeep Hirnai has been instrumental to a large extent in promoting Japanese designers in India as well as fostering a strong relationship between both nations that will reap mutual benefits eventually.



Kimaya supports these new designers by not only housing their collections with the store through which they gain access to the crème de la crème of the society but also shares feedback with them in order to make their collections commercially viable and successful.



“Inspirational and niche, Kimaya has always had a transitional approach aimed at putting itself on an echelon surprising its patron and silencing the skeptics. We will do full justice to the country by bringing in the latest in fashion trends and haute couture from across the globe”, says Pradeep Hirani, Chairman, Kimaya Fashions Pvt. Ltd.

ONLY

ONLY presents Denim with a whole new meaning

True Blue - Denimized

Denim undoubtedly is an all time favorite! But this spring summer denim will be as hot and happening as ever. The denim fashion is timeless for not just being comfortable but also exudes ultimate style statement.

Last season saw skinny jeans taking the stride but ONLY presents a lot more for denim lovers in its latest spring summer collection. The line of collection includes jackets, dresses, dungarees, waist coat, capris and of course jeans in various styles, fits and washes.

Team you denims with oversized T-shirts, checked shirts or add some funk to your wardrobe with funky accessories like thick framed glasses, sneakers and stylish hats and you are ready to go anywhere, from the grocery store to a cocktail party, an afternoon barbecue or a breezy day at the beach. You can also go for an all denim outfit for a bold look, or go subtle by choosing to mix and match different fabrics with your denim.

ONLY also understands Indian body structure well and thus presents denims in various styles like straight cut, skinny, anti-fit, capris, ankle etc. So flaunt your shape in that amazing pair of denims you have been dreaming of with utmost confidence.


ONLY presents the fresh look for 2011 – CALIFORNIA COLLEGE



The college look will be more important than ever the coming season. We already see the trend out there but it will truly hit when the spring arrives.



It is inspired by the American College Look and easy going California lifestyle. With new polo shapes, knitted college cardis and chinos the look is preppy but fresh with soft textures of e.g. pique fabric. And true to the original American look, the colours are bright and contrasted and the primary décor is university prints. Shapes are traditional fits and new interpretation combined.

This look is very casual, slightly boyish and can be worn with flat-soled sneakers or ankle suede boots.

Denim wear cannot get more revolutionized than this.

So go to your nearest ONLY store and make your wardrobe as stylish as it can get this season.

BREAD & BUTTER > “Absolute” 19th-21st Jan 2011.

The BREAD & BUTTER took place under the motto “Absolute” from 19th to 21st January 2011.

ABSOLUTE BEAD & BUTTER First Impressions from BREAD & butter on Vimeo.

B&B GRAND OPENING 4 from BREAD & butter on Vimeo.

B&B GRAND OPENING 3 from BREAD & butter on Vimeo.

B&B GRAND OPENING 2 from BREAD & butter on Vimeo.

B&B GRAND OPENING 1 from BREAD & butter on Vimeo.

B&B COTTON CLUB from BREAD & butter on Vimeo.

Venue;
Airport Berlin-Tempelhof
Platz der Luftbrücke 5
12101 Berlin, Germany

The Dates:
WINTER 2011
Wednesday, 19th January to
Friday, 21st January 2011


Opening Hours:
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-07:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-07:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-06:00 p.m.

B&B Areas;
Sport & Street
Street Fashion
Fashion Now
Style Society
Denim Base
Urban Superior Women
Urban Superior Men
L.O.C.K. – Labels of Common Kin

The Glamour of Bollywood@Geneva, Switzerland by Pria Kataria Puri

This latest collection features jewelled tones like pearl whites, beige, ruby reds, deep blues, jade and rich emerald in luxurious chiffons and silks. The embellishments are very subtle with onus on styling and detailing. Digital prints of jewellery that the late Maharani Gayatri Devi wore form the centre of attraction. These have been inspired from Pria’s sojourns at Royal Palaces in Rajasthan!

We’re all familiar by now with the age-old wisdom that compassion and caring are key parts of the art of living. Similarly, the cuisine of any culture is often seen as art influencing and sustaining life. And fashion can quite fairly be described as a living art, giving elegance and grace to the everyday business of living, working and loving.



A new initiative in Geneva, Switzerland, last week combined all of these elements in what can only be called The Art Of Giving.


The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, under the guidance of Princess Francoise Sturdza, president of The Heart For India Foundation, hosted a series of stunning events that offered lucky guests the tastes of Indian cuisine and the sights of resplendent Indian fashion in a unique fundraising gala.Bombay based beautiful designer Pria Kataaria Puri, whose gorgeous, diaphanous gowns, robes ,kaftans, saris and dresses grace an extensive client list from newyork,paris,millan,Kuwait,dubai to Mumbai brought the textures and colours of India to the warm oak-lined ballroom and plush carpets of the Mandarin Oriental.

Geneva’s winter frosted the windows with a breath of snow, but inside there was the lavish splendour of Rajput palaces, and the romance of desert caravans.

For three nights, "The Glamour of Bollywood" combined with the ancient sensual beauty of Indian tradition in a series of Pria Kataaria Puri fashion events at the Mandarin Oriental.The first event, named the Rajputana Rhapsody, captured the glorious, bejewelled radiance of the robes and dresses of the Rajput Princesses of Northern India.

The second event, named the Arabian Nights Caravan, took excited guests on a journey through the rich textures, fine embroideries and dazzling gold and silver trim on sleeves and hems that define the mysterious allure of the desert.

The third night, called the Jeans & Glam Jam, hurled the guests into the brilliant, vivacious sophistication of modern Bombay life and society: vibrant, feisty, elegant and free-spirited.

All of the garments presented in the three events were designed exclusively by Pria Kataaria Puri who is also the new Ambasodor for Heart for India foundation,. The European models from Milan were specially selected for the event by Princess Francoise and Pria, and showed that the unique, ravishing designs created by this Indian artist are truly universal in their appeal.

The delicacies of Indian cuisine were created and offered by the Mandarin Oriental’s dedicated restaurant, Rasoi by Vineet, recognized and rewarded with a glittering Star in the Michelin Guide. Opened in June 2008 after a multi-million Swiss Franc renovation of the hotel’s public areas,Rasoi by Vineet offers the cuisine of London-based Michelin starred chef, Vineet Bhatia, who specialises in deliciously spectacular “evolved” Indian food.

The restaurant’s award winning Head Chef, Anupam Bannerjee, has more than 15 years of culinary experience in some of the world’s top kitchens. Before joining Rasoi by Vineet in Geneva, Chef Anupam spent time in London’s sister restaurant Rasoi, working closely with Vineet to immerse himself fully in Maestro Bhatia’s distinctive “evolved Indian cuisine”. The traditional and modern Indian dishes prepared by Chef Anupam Banerjee added an extra dimension to the series of special fashion events. Nothing gives a sense of place more immediacy than the smells and tastes that are unique to it.

To complement the journeys of the three nights, Chef Anupam selected some of his favourite Indian dishes from the whole spectrum of Indian cuisine, and created several signature dishes exclusively for the guests.

Although the events in themselves offered spectacular sights of beauty and creative design, a selection of the finest Indian foods, and an ambience dedicated to enhance the entire journey of the senses, the purpose driving the initiative was to raise money for children in need.

The Indian children supported by The Heart For India Foundation include abandoned girls, who reside at the girls’ orphanages called Girls Town One and Girls Town Two, and the thousands of children in the model school at Nanmangalam, South India.

To that end, the events were so successful, and the sums raised were so impressive, that the initiative is already being planned for a return to beautiful Geneva city, next year.

SAR La Princess Lea de belgique, SAR La princesses Marie Gabrielle de Savoie, Princess Christine Sturdza, are few Royalties specially coming to attend the show along with many other European dignitaries from world of finance, fashion, banking, art, hospitality ,opera,and films!

As Pria Kataaria Puri said, during the events: “We wanted to host a series of events that showed our passion for the causes we support ,as much as our passion for the indian art and creativity of glamorous cutting edge design, and we wanted the event to be fun for everyone who attended, and who donated so generously.”
Princess Francoise, nodding in agreement, added that: “Events such as these, that show the pleasures of being involved with creative people in a good cause, have the power to make giving fashionable, and to show us the true art of giving. - GREGORY ROBERT DAVID -SHANTARAM


A true salute to the fine art of fashion designing that is closely related after all to the world of all things artistic & giving!

Pria’s versatile wearable and glamorous collection is loved by Indians and Foreigners world over as she truly believes that fashion is global! She is passionate about promoting Indian art and culture with a modern twist. Be it the Kashmir Ki Kali, Bombay Glam or the Royal Rajputana Collections, all have been sported by celebrities like Madonna, Paris Hilton, etc.

14 oz. Catalogue

14 oz. Berlin presents the new 14 oz. Catalogue with strong product focus

The new publication presents season-spanning classics and originals as well as selected product highlights of the current collections

With the new 14 oz. Catalogue, 14 oz. offers its customers a timeless, season-spanning source of information. The 224 pages of the new publication are focussed on long-living products and classics forming the basis of the 14 oz. brand portfolio. Apart from that, selected highlights from the current collections are presented.

The labels available at 14 oz. reflect a pronounced value consciousness for outstanding quality, handmade products and authentic style, which is what makes them such unique originals. Here, the product always takes centre stage: 14 oz. offers customers and connoisseurs choice wardrobe staples that will accompany them for a long time to come.

In the past spring, 14 oz. booklets were already published. In each of them, one selected brand presented its timeless, season-spanning product variety. This concept’s successful basic idea was adapted for the 14 oz. Catalogue and consequently transferred to the whole 14 oz. product portfolio. The result: a high quality publication with a strong product focus, offering a great variety of information and inspiration to be non-seasonally drawn on by the reader.

The reader is offered detailed information on classics, originals and product highlights in German and English. The strong product focus is mirrored in the prominent presentation of product stills in high quality photographs. Each brand presentation is rounded off by information on the availability of styles, colours, sizes, retail prices and the country of manufacture as well as by condensed brand features. All presented products are available at 14 oz. Furthermore, 14 oz. and BREAD & BUTTER employees present individual, urban looks and styles – the atmospheric spreads were shot at 14 oz. and its Four Seasons Garden as well as at the 14 oz. second floor.

Karl-Heinz Müller, owner and managing director 14 oz.: “Not only long-lasting products and excellent quality, but also high-quality publications offering a timeless source of information to our customers take centre stage at 14 oz. Following the success of the 14 oz. publications published in the past that were enthusiastically received by both customers and brands, it was only a logical step to focus on the extraordinary products available at 14 oz. Not only do we want to offer our customers a timeless wardrobe, but we also want to accompany them informatively throughout numerous seasons.”

FILIPPA K > December must haves!

December Feature

Get ready for the festive season 


This month the collection has all you'll need for December dressing-up. On the men's side we're focusing on dressing up in classically tailored pieces. Christian, Tom and newcomer Luke are our favorite suit jackets, each slightly different from the other ensuring you find the one that fits you the best.

For women, adding a bit of sophisticated sparkle to your look will have you feeling appropriate at all special occasions of the season. The Stripe Sequin Top has a graphic expression that's synonym with Filippa K.

Christmas Gifts

Get an early start on christmas gifts. Make sure to keep your loved ones warm in all sorts of knits. Opt for soft hairy mohair, a trend that's here to stay or treat someone you hold dear to our basic merino or lambswool program; pieces that they'll keep and love for a long time.

WOMEN'S KNITS  


Lambswool V-Necks, coloured chinos, a casual Herringbone shirt or a Tweed Jacket are all classics that complement any look. Pieces that work season through season, that tend to become all time favourites and that can all be

Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival 2010 (Aug' The month it was)

The Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival (RSFF) took over Sydney from the 23-28 August, with an elaborate Satellite Schedule of fashion events, exhibitions, launches and after parties. Sydneysiders will be treated to mostly free and some ticketed fashion, art, retail, market, food, music and cultural events for everyone to enjoy! All details of the catwalk shows on the Rosemount Runway in Sydney’s Town Hall and the Satellite.

The Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival is an annual event that provides fashionable consumers with a week-long schedule of free and ticketed events, and this year features over 100 designers on the Rosemount Runway at the Sydney Town Hall.

The festival open to all ages.


THE FESTIVAL HUB – SYDNEY TOWN HALL

The Festival Hub, lower level of Sydney Town Hall, brings plenty of excitement and total ‘Fashiontainment’. Experiece the Festival Hub prior to watching a collection show on the Rosemount Runway, Sydney Town hall. Access to the Festival Hub is free with a ticket to a collection show on the official schedule.

Festival Hub highlights included;

FAMOUS – FAMOUS Shopaholic LIVE – FAMOUS is bringing our Shopaholic pages to life at RSFF, with personalised styling sessions with our fashion editors, and fashion A-listers like Jennifer Hawkins, Charlotte Dawson and this year’s Australia’s Next Top Model finalists, popping by throughout the week. You can also win some huge prizes – including the chance to walk in the Myer Miss Shop show and star in, or style, a photo shoot in FAMOUS. Plus we have $5,000 worth of Myer wardrobes to give away and an exclusive FAMOUS Shopaholic style booklet for you to take home. See www.famousmag.com.au for all the info!

GHERMEZ CUPCAKES – Ghermez Cupcakes is Sydney’s most sophisticated cupcake company, offering the most unique cake flavours, such as Pistachio & Rose, Chilli Chocolate, Red Velvet, Dulce de Leche and Orange and Almond. All are made using the finest, natural ingredients, fresh fruits, and no artificial flavouring. Ghermez Cupcakes offers a wide range of custom made decorations for every occasion. At the Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival Hub, Ghermez Cupcakes will be offering a range of decadent mini cupcakes from the Ghermez menu. Vouchers will also be available for complimentary cupcakes or coffee from the CBD store at 329 George St.

MYER ONE – MYER one presents a fashion installation discovering cosmetic bloom, new nautical and modern military where consumers will have the opportunity to become a MYER one member and go into the draw to win a fashion experience.

NAPOLEON PERDIS – Napoleon Perdis will be bringing “Runway to Reality” at this year’s Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival. A Napoleon Perdis team of makeup artists will have their eye on the runway and pamper consumers with wearable beauty trends.

REDKEN RETREAT – Redken’s New York inspired concept salon: The Redken Retreat is the perfect stop-off between shows and a place for guests to escape the fashion frenzy and be treated to their own personal Redken experience. Fashion lovers can visit the Redken Retreat anytime during the festival to receive a complimentary hair consultation and Redken goodie bag.

ROSEMOUNT O FESTIVAL HUB BAR – the Rosemount O Bar will feature within the festival hub, beautifully presented and bursting with life as ticketholders will enjoy a glass of Rosemount O prior to the show!

SYDNEY CONFIDENTIAL – guests are invited to chill out in The Daily Telegraph’s Sydney Confidential lounge. Relax in style and catch up on all the latest celebrities, gossip and fashion news.

THE PHOTO STUDIO – ticketholders can take pleasure in a professional studio fashion shoot! Each participant goes into the running to be voted by the public to be the ‘Face of Fashion 2010’ and receive a professional model portfolio worth over $1,500! Winner’s announced daily! Visit www.thephotostudio.com.au to cast your vote.

TOSHIBA – Toshiba will be showcasing the classic designs of their new notebook range. As versatile as any little black dress, Toshiba’s notebooks are the perfect accessories to take you from day-to-night, offering the ideal balance between entertainment, communication, mobility and work functionality. So, for the most versatile fashion accessory, Think Style, Think Toshiba.

RSFF is brought to you by the same professional team of experts responsible for the world-renowned event, Rosemount Australian Fashion Week.

marie claire, Rosemount and IMG Fashion present the Gala Opening of the 2010 Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival.

In celebration of 15 years of marie claire and 15 years of Australian Fashion Week, marie claire presents a retrospective showcase of the most inspiring looks to be sent down the runway over the past 15 years, from some of Australia’s most celebrated designers.

key information: Marie Claire magazine is celebrating its 15^th Birthday this month

• The show brought the best looks from fashion week from the past 15 years to consumers as selected by marie claire
• Years have been grouped as follows 1996-2000, 2001-2005, 2006-2009, closing with the best of 2010
• Rebecca Twigley will open and close the show
• 900 guests will attend – consumers have purchased tickets to attend
• Designers featured in the show include:

            Wayne Cooper, Leona Edmiston, Toni Maticevski, Aurelio Costeralla, Jayson Brunsdon,

Kate Sylvester, Karen Walker, Akira, Easton Pearson, Collette Dinnigan, Alex Perry,

Willow, Sass & Bide, Lisa Ho, Zimmermann, Kirrily Johnston

 

NICKY HILTON ARRIVED IN SYDNEY WALKED THE RUNWAY FOR CHARLIE BROWN

Sydney – Nicky Hilton, the American fashion model and socialite, sister of Paris Hilton, and great granddaughter of Conrad Hilton (founder of Hilton Hotels), arrived in Sydney to walk the runway for acclaimed Australian Fashion Designer, Charlie Brown, at the Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival.


Charlie Brown showcased her latest Spring Summer collection, ‘Altered States’, at the Sydney Town Hall at 5.30pm on Tuesday 24th August 2010. This will be a glamorous, celebrity fuelled, high octane show on the opening day of the 2010 Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival (RSFF).


Charlie Brown fans and customers were given an exclusive opportunity to preview the latest collection just as it arrives into stores around the country. The show will kick start the Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival’s official individual show schedule and provide the public with an exciting opportunity to walk the red carpet, soak up the atmosphere and watch the show in the company of a truly fashionable crowd including celebrity friends and the designer herself, Charlie Brown.

Nicky Hilton promised to bring her celebrity and style to the runway, continuing a tradition for the Charlie Brown brand which has in the past, attracted runway appearances from big international names like Lily Cole, Jade Jagger, Jerry Hall and Sophie Dahl.

In celebration of 15 years of marie claire and 15 years of Rosemount Australian Fashion Week, marie claire presents a retrospective show as The Gala Opening to the 2010 Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival. This red carpet event will showcase the most inspiring looks to be sent down the catwalk over the past 15 years, from some of Australia’s most celebrated designers. Featuring: Featuring: Akira, Alex Perry, Aurelio Costeralla, Collette Dinnigan, Dion Lee, Easton Pearson, Jayson Brunsdon, Karen Walker, Kate Sylvester, Leona Edmiston, Lisa Ho, Sass & Bide, Toni Maticevski, Wayne Cooper and Willow.

Jennifer Hawkins and Kris Smith take to the stage to showcase the hottest new looks of the season from all your favourite brands in womenswear, menswear, swimwear, plus size and more including: Aurelio Costarella, Fernando Frisoni, Manning Cartell, Nina Maya, Leona by Leona Edmiston, Blaq Premium, Ellery, Karen Walker, Wayne Cooper, Cue, Jayson Brunsdon, Kate Sylvester, Nicola Finetti, Yeojin Bae, Cozi and more

Charlie Brown returns to the runway for a glamorous, celebrity fuelled, high octane show. This is an exclusive opportunity to preview Charlie Brown’s latest Spring Summer collection just as it arrives into stores around the country.


Chic, modern and effortless. Cool confidence, individuality and distinct modern design aesthetic bring together the subtle and sexy collections from Australia’s leading fashion forward designers. Featuring: Anna & Boy, Bianca Spender, Camilla and Marc, Fernando Frisoni, Gary Bigeni, Ginger & Smart, Kate Sylvester, Little Joe Woman, Manning Cartell, Michael Lo Sordo and Zambesi


 
Peter Morrissey has established five-star credentials and dressed some of the world’s biggest stars including Elle Macpherson, Nicole Kidman, Jon Bon Jovi and Kylie Minogue. Now back on the runway for the first time in 7 years Peter is dressing you with his new ready to wear Summer Collection for BIG W available at affordable prices. Come along for the unveiling of his new range and meet the man who has been a dominant force in the Australian Fashion Industry for over 25 years.


Since the launch of Dr Rey’s Shapewear three years ago the innovative collection has become a worldwide phenomenon in the ‘fashion must have’ shapewear category. Incorporating bold fresh colours, fine laces, and meticulous attention to detail and workmanship, this collection is French and Vintage inspired with a twist of Moulin Rouge. See the debut of Dr Rey’s new ranges Tulipe, La Vintage and Spot Mesh and let Dr Rey change the way you look at shapewear at Target forever.


Launched in 2003 by Bruno Schiavi, Mensfit has become one of Australia’s most popular underwear brands for men, with personalities Luke Jacobz and Blair McDonough appearing as the faces and bodies of the brand. The range uses some of the most advanced fabrics and technology and will include briefs, trunks, boxers, hipsters and g-strings/thongs, swimwear, shapewear and sleepwear. The collection mirrors the hottest menswear trends offering unique colours, patterns and styles.

 
Ella Baché Splash Swim & Resort Wear ; Swim and resort wear. Showcasing sexy swim and resort wear for lazy days on the beach and fun in the sun! The Ella Baché Splash Show promises to heat up the runway! Featuring: Bond-eye, Colin Heaney, Daughter of the Gods, Hotel Bondi Swim, Karen Nielsen Collection, Lisa Maree Australia and Sol Bellow.
 

Couture and glamour. Signatures of boned corsetry, hand ruching and sexy, feminine silhouettes are all-important elements of this ready-to-wear and evening-wear show. Essence of glamour and red carpet appeal. Featuring: Alex Perry, Aurelio Costarella, Jayson Brunsdon, Lisa Ho, Ms Couture, Nicola Finetti and Rachel Gilbert.
 

Bonds Summer Fashion Show  ;Hosted by Bonds Ambassador Sarah Murdoch with star appearances by the finalists of Australia’s Next Top Model- the Bonds show will rock the festival! Nothing short of a show stopping spectacular Bonds is hitting the runway to launch their new hot hot hot summer underwear and clothing collections plus the new Bonds Made 2 Share unisex range. Watch this space for a who’s who of celebrity that will be making a guest appearance on the runway!
 

KOOKAÏ unveils a runway show full of colour, vibrancy and the essence of Australian design. Featuring the brand’s foundation of Australian basics, KOOKAÏ also deliver their latest fashion pieces, creating an element of fantasy for every KOOKAÏ woman.


Eclectic, playful and quirky cool. Blends of innocent fun and a balance of masculine with femininity, bring together a collection show bursting with unique and wearable style. Featuring: Alice McCall, Bec & Bridge, Dhini, Flannel, Karla Spetic, Lucette, Magdalena Velevska, Miss Unkon, Phos Phoro, Ruby Smallbone and Sara Phillips.


Hot In The City Intimates Show ; The hottest show at Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival – Hot In The City is back- offering glitz, glamour and Grade A celebrities on the catwalk, Australia’s hottest celebrities and sporting icons- ERIN MCNAUGHT, MITCHELL JOHNSON, GIAAN ROONEY and those cheeky boys from BONDI RESCUE will take to the catwalk for this intimates show. The show will feature eight hot Intimates brands including Antz Pantz, Berlei, Holeproof, Jockey and Rio with celebrity faces hitting the catwalk to showcase the latest summer collections.
 
 
Camilla Babylon presented by V Australia ; Celebrity designer and artist, Camilla Franks, will captivate you with her ‘BABYLON’ Spring Summer 2010/11 Collection.

Inspired by Avatar, a production by 20th Century Fox, the ‘BABYLON’ Collection is the world of Pandora, Na-vi blue-skinned species, multihued cinematography and supernatural themes. The ‘BABYLON’ Collection transcends resort wear and beach style with Camilla’s signature free-flowing kaftans and glamorous new mini and maxi dresses, jumpsuits, playsuits, camisoles, peasant and oversized skirts, pantaloons, leggings and shoes. A mystical palette of vivid hues and dreamy graphics as Pandora ideologies are translated into wearable fashion and runway glamour.

Colours of summer. Scores of vibrant and graphic prints will take to the runway. Filled with bright, bold and transcending summery statement pieces go from day to night. Featuring: Ae’lkemi, Annah Stretton, Camilla, Hussy, Kooey, Nookie, Sabatini White, and White Sands.
 

Alex Perry; A white hot Arabian Summer is what Perry Girls long for this season. Alex Perry has designed a collection to enchant and entice, drawing influence from the exotic lands of Arabia. Perry Girls sashay to the tune of their own drum.

Alex Perry is Australia’s most glamorous designer, by virtue of his magnificent gowns and sensational red carpet eveningwear. With a star-studded front row you can expect this event to be nothing short of show stopping.

Join Ruby Rose at this exciting event as Myer celebrates Miss Shop’s 25th Birthday! Check out the latest looks and new brands in the Miss Shop department including Milk & Honey designed by Ruby Rose, Miss Shop, Blue Juice, Tokito, All about Eve, Minty Meets Munt, Motel, Quirky Circus by Mink Pink and more! Ruby Rose will be personally styling her Milk & Honey collection before making a guest appearance on the catwalk.

The New Guard. This new guard of Australian designers push the fundamentals of contemporary design through wearable innovative tailoring and theatrical creation’s in garment construction to create the most exciting and spectacular movement in Australian Fashion. Featuring: Dion Lee, Ellery, Friedrich Gray, Gail Sorronda, Konstantina Mittas, Lui Hon, Romance Was Born, Saint Augustine Academy, Seventh Wonderland, Stolen Girlfriends Club and Therese Rawsthorne
 

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The Grunge Begum collection by Suhani Pittie>The British Council’s Young Creative Entrepreneur Award programme

Showcasing India’s Creativity to UK Royalty

At an exclusive event organised for Their Royal Highnesses, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall and The Earl of Wessex at their recent visit to Jodhpur, the British Council showcased some of India’s promising creative designers. Suhani Pittie, one of the designers selected by the British Council’s Young Creative Entrepreneur Award programme, put up a spectacular show at the royal palace, in the presence of the UK royalty and the Maharajah and Maharani of Jodhpur and invited guests.

The Grunge Begum collection by Suhani Pittie reflected the free spirited traditionalist, who belongs in a conventional environment but with a wandering mind. She wears her values like a badge but strings them in her own textures. Old coins, "kasalperu", temple jewellery, traditional jhumkas came free from their traditional canvases and were infused with exposed zippers, steel, copper silver and chains. Their Royal Highnesses acclaimed the design skills of the designer and the creative efforts being made in the Indian fashion industry.

“The event was one of the highlights of my career. It was a privilege to have showcased to such an erudite audience and to interact with their Royal Highnesses. I am eternally grateful to the British Council for having provided me with this rare and honourable opportunity”, says Suhani.

The British Council’s Young Creative Entrepreneur Award programme, aims to develop a powerful professional network between creative entrepreneurs in India, UK and internationally. It is an organized and tangible platform to acknowledge India’s creative entrepreneurial talent. A network that inspires and facilitates the sharing of best practices, builds skills, provides access to resources and market, offers professional development opportunities, mentoring, and increases opportunities for business. Till date 763 entrepreneurs have been through the award programme and there are numerous successes that highlight the collaborative links that the programme has been able to achieve.

The other designers to showcase in Jodhpur include Sanjay Garg (Raw Mango), Samant Chauhan (Samant Chauhan) and Nandita Atal Bose (Burnt Sienna).

 

Rohit Bal's Rickshaw at WIFW@Delhi/Oct 2010

Rohit Bal's Rickshaw at WIFW:


The Master of Fantasy Rohit Bal gave his exuberant rickshaw at the WIFW a very beige look including cylindrical looking installation on its umbrella and rendering on the seats a rich, hand embroidered texture.

Vibrant Diwali Collection from "Hidesign" (Leather accessory brand) )

Capitolini 01

MRP: Rs. 2945/-

A gorgeous grab handle bag for the diva in you. Made in fashionably soft cowdeer leather, this beautiful bag in luxurious white is the perfect accompaniment for an evening dinner.



Louisiana

MRP: Rs.3595/-

An elegant hobo with the classic knot detailing works well for your day about town. Made in combination leathers of lamb and faux printed vegetable tanned ostrich



Pompidou 01

MRP: Rs. 1595/-

Pretty clutch with bow detail is a great way to add a bit of glamour to your evening out. Made in matt gold vogue leather, Pompidou is sure to get you noticed!



Pompidou 02

MRP: Rs. 3195/-

Pretty hobo in faux croco and lamb adds the touch of vintage charm with its bow detail. Take it out for a dinner date or a movie!



Orsay 01

MRP: Rs. 2695/-

Cute grab bag in matt gold with elegant hand stitch detail and external slip pocket makes it infinitely practical. A great way to complete you look for the festive season!




Acropolis 02

MRP: Rs. 3695/-

Great option for a day bag made in a combination of fashionably soft cowdeer and faux croco. The handstitch details and the intense aubergine colours your day about town.



Sheild

MRP: Rs. 2795/-

Arm yourself with this grab bag in faux croco and brass rivets. Takes you through toughest of fashion wars.



Queen 01

MRP: Rs. 1095/-

The metals zips up the bling quotient on this clutch for a fun evening out. A must have accessory of the season made in Shiny smooth Tokyo leather.



Lily 01

MRP: Rs. 2795/-

Cute grab handle bag to complement your evening! The versatile faux croco vegetable tanned leather, instantly adds glamour to the simple construction. Take it to party, when goin out with friends, or for a date.

Democrazy@Tarun Tahiliani's Finale Show @Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week@Delhi 27th Oct'2010

The New Democrazy - Spring Summer 2011

It’s a new direction and a fresh start! Consider the rich democracy of our textiles, prints, fabric, weaves and colour. This collection is a crazy adventure to explore the myriad ways with which we can combine these resources to create new forms of design. 

 

Swatches of India, old and new, unfurl with each drape combining the conventional in an unconventional way. There is a focus on textured handloom and daytime silhouettes. Saris, dresses and goddess caftans pin tuck and twine as if they have a mind of their own. Rules get rewritten with ensembles that have gilets thrown over Kutchi kediyus. The latticing on a tunic leads to an unexpected cache of mother-of- pearl on sheer net. Bandhini appliqué and chikankari find equal footing. Simple Naada gets woven into web, while fine block printing provides surface relief. It’s the creative mix of all these elements that gives the collection such an innovative edge.

 

A creamy tableau of colour has shades of sand, ivory, beige, ecru, taupe and charcoal, with accents of pale pumpkin and shell. Supporting this narrative are swatches of voile, silk chiffons and georgette and chamois satin. Muslin and khadi fuse into malka; a new light, breathable fabric for a new spring.

 

The collection has its origins steeped across the country. The various colours of its soil and dust, which are as varied and divergent as its people. The turban and odhni fall united with each drape. There is revelry in cloth and embellishment. It takes all these factors and spins them into beautiful, original hybrid creations. We are overflowing with an abundant wealth of resources that all work together to create the style of India today.

Rickshaw ‘Laila Majnu ki Sawari’ By Payal Jain (for Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week, 2010)

Ms. Payal Jain has designed a Rickshaw ‘Laila Majnu ki Sawari’ at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week, 2010 being held at pragati maidan gate no-8. Her rickshaw is put there on display. Below given is the concept of the Rickshaw designed by Ms. Payal Jain.



'Laila Majnu ki sawari'


The inspiration behind this eclectic vehicle is the age old love story of the two lovers, 'Laila and Majnu'. This is a tiny private honeymoon suite for lovers who spend their lives looking for places to spend time together in peace and privacy.

This vibrant, colorful, funky rickshaw embodies the spirit of love in India with its beautiful 'madhubani' canopy which talks of the various stages of love in one's life. This traditional art form originated in Bihar and since been an explicit representation of human feelings and emotions over the centuries. The kaleidoscope of primary and secondary hues speaks a truly global language despite it's completely Indian soul. The pop-art collage on the vinyl are what all Indians have grown up seeing on all public transport over the years, be it trucks, buses, richshaws or scooters. They represent the truly colorful, vivacious and relentless Indian spirit !! The gold embossed seat is the throne for the young and restless lovers and the gold and fushcia curtains can be drawn to provide a private moment.

The turquoise peacock at the front depicts Indian beauty at it's best.......royal, regal and grand in all it's resplendent beauty ! The colorful wheel and handle accessories are 'Old Delhi' inspired and add a touch of mad kitch to the tradition of rickshaw pulling and make the experience much more fun !! Don't miss the bell which is meant to clear the way for the lovers so nothing interrupts their joy love ride !! The small trunk at the back with wooden doors is for the honeymoon couple's belongings, so they don't loose them along the way.

Such is the ride of 'Laila and Majnu'. Come and join the fun and take a little ride to the world of dreams, the Indian way !!