July 22, 2010
by fashionpulse
I’ve had a big crush on anything and everything Helmut Lang these days, hence I wanted to share some of my favorite looks from the fall/winter 2010 collection as well as the fall/winter 2010 denim collection. It’s just always so chic, so subtle, so metropolitan. Here’s what creative directors Nicole and Michael Colovos had to say about fall/winter 2010:
“This season we were looking at images of architect Santiago Calatrava’s work and were intrigued by his modern structures that he made which evolved out of something more classic. The elements that we were drawn to were the different textures created by the modern and classical worlds. We used textured wools, furs, blistered looking leather, silks crepes and mixed them together with cleaner fabrics to create dimension. We explored volume within structure by adding darts and seams to control the volume and the drape of the fabrics. Prints were made from looking at industrial textures and nature, and exploring the contrast between them. Colors were inspired by old mining factories where there is a heightened sense of the intermingling of industrial and natural elements.”
FALL/WINTER 2010:
HELMUT LANG JEANS F/W 2010:
July 21, 2010
by fashionpulse
[Co-organizers Yuli Ziv & Julia DiNardo]
Party photos via GuestofaGuest.com by Sunny Norton
Its been two years in the making, and the celebration of Fashion 2.0‘s anniversary was THE feté of the summer (even if I do have a biased opinion as the co-organizer!). Presented by eBay, the event was held on the posh triple penthouse of Hotel Rivington and luckily the weather complied so that party goers could take in the view of lower Manhattan from the roof deck. Fashion 2.0, a monthly networking series that brings together fashion and tech professionals to network and provoke thought on relevant subjects such as private sales, luxury versus mass goods, online videos, and more was a great match for the new fashion and tech ventures found at eBay.
At the event guests learned about the launch of the fashion.ebay.com portal as well as designer exclusive stores (Norma Kamali and Narciso Rodriguez created collections for the brand), and the Fashion Vault at eBay, where amazing private sales on designer merchandise now live. The brand also recently launched TheInsideSource, a style-oriented editorial destination worth a look, and a very cool iPhone app coming out soon that will make shopping and bidding on the site easier than ever! And of course, the gift bag goodies: eBay provided the adorable totes and gift cards, while Avon was kind enough to include one of their latest products, the Lotus Shield, which is Avon’s first anti-frizz styling product and adds a “waterproof” layer to the hair, actually repelling moisture and performing in upwards to 97% humidity (it’s $12 and will be available beginning in late July 2010) and they gave us a pair of earrings for each of the guest from their fab jewelry collection. Thanks to all attendees for a wonderful evening and supporting Fashion 2.0 the past two years!
[The incredible view from Hotel Rivington]
[Gift Bags!]
[Avon’s New Advance Techniques Lotus Shield]
[With Beth Herbst and Jennifer Davidson of StyleBakery]
[With Kristin Booker of FashionStyleBeauty, Jordana Bruner of Clutch22.com, Beth & Jen (StyleBakery), Tamar Magnes of Magnes Sisters, and Lauren Dimet Waters of SecondCityStyle]
[With Meredith Barnett, Editorial Director of TheInsideSource]
[one last pic of Julia (your dedicated Fashion Pulse Daily Editor)]
July 21, 2010
by fashionpulse
I’ve always had a thing for vintage, especially designer vintage, and Chanel, so I’m super excited about the upcoming sale on Rue La La!
Rue La La Goes Designer Vintage This Thursday with Madison Avenue Couturebags, jewelry and accessories. This is the first time a vintage series is running on a private sale website, which will start this Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. ET. The boutique will run for 48 hours, where members can enjoy prices up to 70% off retail.
Some of the items up for grabs:
- Chanel Vintage Black Leather and Satin Camellia-Shape Evening Bag with chain strap
- Chanel Taupe Lambskin Ruffled Vest with black net lining and logo buttons
- Chanel White Silk Mini Dress with Black Camellia “Confetti” allover appliqué
Happy Shopping!
July 20, 2010
by fashionpulse
We dispatched Fashion Pulse Daily’s own Maria Eilersen all the way to Mercedes Fashion Week Berlin to bring you the reviews of the latest collections.
Enjoy!
[Images via Elizabeth Lou]
Frida Weyer
Simple sophistication defined Frida Weyer’s collection this season, comprised of elegantly tailored looks found in a neutral palette. Asymmetrical frocks donned ruched up roses, aptly playing with the nude hues of fabric while subtle sequins and mini-bows accented soft ruffles and draped gowns. Taupe and beige lace galvanized the collection, either layered in gradations or adorned with floral cut-outs to further enliven the otherwise classic looks. In line with the grace and poise of her presentation, Weyer concluded with a series of rich evening gowns, ultimately culminating in a playful-yet-posh wedding dress led down the catwalk by the designer’s adorable daughters.
[Images via Elizabeth Lou]
Guido Maria Kretschmer
In line with the finesse that is sure to dominate SS2011, Guido Maria Kretschmer revamped secretary suits and polished dresses fit for a southern derby. Dynamic high collars modernized the traditional cuts accentuated by carefully crimped hair reminiscent of the 1940s. Ensuring a cohesive, but not bland, collection to take shape before the trendy Berlin crowd, models rocked posh leather gloves and exquisite feathered hats. The palette meandered between earthly nudes and soft pinks dramatized by zestful black and white contrasts. The show reached its zenith with yet another wedding gown fit for an ice princess. The intricacies of an embroidered bodice, full skirt, and fairy tale crown had the audience expecting a prince to whisk the model away on a white horse.
[Images via Grazia-Magaszin.de]
Schumacher
With Mila Jovovich, Schumacher garnered high expectations for the looks to come down the runway. Lacing practicality for the metropolitan woman with a minimalist aesthetic, the designer presented a coherent collection best described as an urban safari. Light shades of gray and sheer materials evoked a sense of effortlessness to this season’s looks, made elegant by a simple up-do fit for both work and play. Accommodating the summer heat that is sure to repeat itself next year, Schumacher’s designs shared loose-cut fabrics in a soft color palette. The collection’s best trends? Definitely the endearingly earth-toned stripes and gray-on-gray layering of sheer textiles.
– Maria Eilersen
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