July 23, 2010
by fashionpulse
Part II of Maria Eilersen’s on-site coverage for Fashion Pulse Daily of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin!
[Images via IHeartBerlin.com]
In the spirit of Berlin, .HBC Couture Design Scouts hosted a collection of cutting edge designers at the 7th Berlin Fashion Week. All eight designers showcased fresh and vibrant color palettes demonstrated through historical references and drawing diverse inspirations. Newcomers Blame, Manuela Baumgartner, Mogo E Mago and Mikenke satisfied the crowds’s desire to see designs that captured the avant-garde and urban nature of cosmopolitan Berlin. Perhaps an amalgamation of all these qualities was Address, who presented an elegant yet edgy collection with a refined, strong silhouette: combining silk and bold criss crossed cut-outs juxtaposed against simple, classic male looks and i-just-rolled-out-of-bed-yet-still-look-amazing makeup. Another stand-out collection was that of Ester Perbrandt. Her play between drape and construct was truly exquisite and the mix of corals and orange really screamed summer.
And the overall synopsis? Cropped pants are here to stay, simplicity is key in summer and this present economic climate can still facilitate new designers that answer demands for quality, longevity, and most importantly innovative, good design.
[Images via yusrablog.com]
Risto
Raw attitude seduced the audience at the Risto pre-collection show on Saturday. The edgy garments pounding down the runway made it hard to believe that Bimbiloski once designed uber-luxury looks for Louis Vuitton. Brazen bike shorts were paired with mesh knits in cream and black, interspersed by angular blazer dresses and shredded white denim donned with gritty poise. Slick brown snakeskin lined black leggings and paneled minis and crop-tops were all the rage. We are definitely looking forward to seeing his full collection at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week New York in September!
– Maria Eilersen
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July 16, 2010
by fashionpulse
From our friends at thefind.com:
The maxi dress trend has been a strong summertime contender for the past few years. It’s a style that’s universally flattering, and depending upon the way you style it, you can make the look casual or elegant. Every wardrobe should have a solid-colored version to be dressed up with vibrant ethnic jewelry; this is an easy and versatile way to go maxi. But for something extra special, a patterned or embellished maxi dress amps up the style quotient, letting you make an entrance wherever you go.
The designers behind T Bags have developed some of the best in patterned, embellished maxis, with vibrant prints and elaborate neckline details. Crafted in their signature soft, drapey jersey, T Bags maxis are the essence of easy-to-wear summer sexiness. Colorful florals banded by vibrant solid-colored trims are pitch-perfect for hot summer nights at the beach or barbecue. For a more sophisticated look that’s ideal for cool cocktails at a rooftop bar, T Bags has an array of “necklace maxis” which incorporate an intricate beaded motif at the neckline. With these dresses, you can skip the jewelry and get out the door in no time!
Of course, all of these maxis are also finished with a sexy open back that will keep you cool and looking inviting to whomever you may run into!
– Annie Wilson
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July 11, 2010
by fashionpulse
On the June cover of Grazia UK Lady Gaga appears wearing a latex bra by award-winning designer Atsuko Kudo. While the idea of using latex for a bra, or anything other than a medical glove, may seem unusual, this is not the first time Gaga has been photographed in the slick material. In fact, latex is anything but an odd spotting in the performing world nowadays with celebrities such as Beyonce, Christina Aguilera and
Rihanna bravely bearing their curves in the stretchy fabric. It seems Hollywood is becoming addicted to latex and Atsuko Kudo, the go-to for couture latex (who knew latex could be couture, by the way?).
Before squeezing celebrities into latex bodysuits, Kudo went to fashion school in Tokyo where she fell for the unique fabric. “I graduated from fashion college wearing latex when others were wearing suits or kimonos!” Kudo explained in an interview with Sophie Eggleton for Stylebible.com. And latex is more than a flighty choice of fabric for Kudo, who is also the European Fetish Award winner for Best Fetish Design in 2008 and 2009 (we didn’t know about these awards until now either!), latex is a way of life and empowerment. “Maybe the world knows that if you are strong-headed enough to wear latex clothing, no one can mess around with you.”
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July 8, 2010
by fashionpulse
From our friends at thefind.com:
When it comes to summer style, I am loving the embellished tunic trend — not just for their elaborate, intricate details like embroidering and beading, but also for their versatility that allows you to rock them all summer long, day or night. Tunics are a step up from your basic tees and tanks because they’re just as comfortable (with lots of breathing room!) but dress things up just a bit with their day-friendly sparkle, or can even dress things up a whole lot, depending on how you choose to rock it! Wear one with jeans or with a pair of shorts and espadrilles for a casual but upscale daytime look, or if the length of the tunic allows for it, wear it as a dress or with leggings and heels for a night on the town!
This Tory Burch tunic is your perfect basic embroidered and embellished version, and is the perfect length for pairing with a pair of shorts. For a more daring look, this fringed tunic by J. Crew is funky without looking too fancy for daytime, and I’m loving the Moroccan feel of this coin-embellished tropical print one by Tibi, both available at Net-a-Porter. If you’re willing to embrace the sheer trend that’s so hot for summer, this Plenty by Tracy Reese smocked tunic is sparkly and gorgeous over a tank or cropped cami!
– Alex Gambardella
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