Miu Miu just presented Fall/Winter 10-11 in Paris. This season of FW’s c’est fini, I already gave you a report on New York and London, AND, it looks like the continentals did it better this time. I’ll give you a full report on both Milano and Paris later today.

À bientôt.

Ladies, quick fingers tomorrow! Be prepared for our next Balenciaga event. My pick goes to the First in Sorbet colour. The vintage look of the lambskin and the aged brass hardware, combined with this shade of pink makes it super sexy. Don’t you think?

A classic! Chloe Paddington handbag, with its over-sized hardware and stylish lines, it’s a timeless precious thing!

Chloe @ Reebonz.com

Event starts at 12:00 pm (GMT +8)

The British capital wrapped up it’s latest edition of Fashion Week, naturally under the somber cloud left by the death of Lee Alexander McQueen. However, life must go on and so does fashion. Paul Costello was the first to take on the runway and dispatched rich embroilments worked on heavy metallic fabrics and big volumes. Yet, the high note of the first day went to Australian duo Sass & Bide for delivering a fantastic collection that covered every major trend, their pieces were not only richly made but they were also beautiful and feminine.

On the consecutive days was pretty much more of the same shown in New York the previous week, minor brands followed trends precisely, so it was no wonder to see that many layering, fur and velvet to take the catwalk. Another replica from NY was Naomi Campbell’s hosted show ”Fashion for Relief” which is raising funds for the victims of Haiti’s earthquake, an array of starlets participated in the show, which also paid homage to the late McQueen by sporting various of his latest collections.

Among the only one who stayed away from trend consultancy houses was Christopher Kane, who surprised me by putting up a collection that felt like a trip from a SM shop in Paris all the way to Shanghai Tang store in Hong Kong picking up flowery embroilments borrowed by a Russian babushka on its way via the Transiberian Railway.

Dame Vivienne Westwood, painted a grim future and worried about the effects of global warming as she launched an anti-apocalyptical collection. As the first models strutted down the runway they were sporting tees urging for love and respect to Mother Earth. That reminded me of Vivienne’s husband, Andreas Kronthaler (25 years her junior, former pupil and now creative director of Vivienne Westwood, way to go girl!) who in a recent visit to Hong Kong, was addressing Vivienne’s concern for global warming and her response was to stop consumerism by buying higher quality clothes and accessories, the guy has a point. As for the rest of the collection, it was quintessentially Westwood; signature tartan applied to capes, skirt and dresses, beautiful coats, impeccable tailoring, eye-watering accessories and the extravagant spirit and genius of these pair of hyper-creative dreamers in every single garment.

However star attended, globally streamed and 3D broadcasted, Burberry Prorsum’s show the one that stole the week. Christopher Bailey created a collection which is desirable, fashion forward and yet cohesive with the brand’s grounds. The quality of each garment, juxtapositions of cropping and volume, color combinations and an authentic cool feel to it made this collection the winner of London Fashion Week. As the world emerges from recession, Burberry seemed to be one of the only betting on creating pieces designated for a long life rather than one season use only. The wearability and sex appeal of this collection made me for one second to overlook how timeless it was. A brilliant overall show from Britain’s 2009 designer of the year, we wouldn’t expect less, of course!

Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

Christopher Kane

Daks

Matthew Williamson

Paul Costelloe

Paul Smith

Paul Smith

Sass & Bide

Vivienne Westwood Red Label

Vivienne Westwood Red Label

Vivienne Westwood Red Label

Images via catwalking.com

Chaos reigned on the eve of Milan’s fashion week, when fashion Highness Anna Wintour decided to shorten her visit to the Lombard city. The move generated panic among organizers who scuffled to reschedule shows that had been in the planning for months. Major fashion houses rushed to ensure their shows would be seen by the doyenne of fashion.

Milan’s fashion week usually runs from February 24 until March 2, with major labels presenting towards the last days of the event. However, upon news of Wintour’s schedule, everyone was tried to cramp their shows into the 3 days that she would be in town. Eventually, the houses of Prada and Fendi decided to move their shows as originally scheduled and were followed by other brands. This will give the attendees a more relaxed schedule instead of revolving on that of American’s Vogue mighty behemoth.

Problem solved but the Italians, however, were left bitter. Anna’s touch-and-go visit generated a wave of criticism from the media and the industry. Most notably were the comments made by Mario Boselli, President of the Italian Fashion Chamber. Quoting from The Daily Telegraph: “She’s welcome in Milan but if she only comes for a fleeting visit, perhaps it would be better if she stayed at home.”

Ouch, I guess not everybody in the industry grovels at her feet after all.

Photo: Snejana Onopka as Anna Wintour by Mario Testino for Vogue Paris August 2007

It’s that time of the year again, when the high-heeled and well-dressed flock to the Big Apple in congregation for Fashion Week. Despite being disrupted by the blizzard that swept the East Coast last week (icy sidewalks plus Louboutin heels is cruising for bruising ladies), and the shocking passing of genius Lee Alexander McQueen, this edition of NYFW  has still already wowed those in attendance.

Trends, trends, trends, where to start? Can I say that I do agree with many out there that the return of the velvet is not for me… Seriously, I can’t really understand why someone would think that a girl wants to wrap herself in something that looks borrowed from coffin upholstery? My real annoyance with this trend, apart from that it’s unflattering, is that almost every designer sent a couple of velvet barfs down the runway. Maybe this whole vampire craze has gone too far. Time to sit in the sunlight guys.

Now for the things that I liked. Layering, yes. It seems like fall 2010 will be all about layering, and I mean it makes perfect sense, it not does only gives you more room to play but its also the smartest way to make front to the cold. It was awesome to see some designers really take advantage of this trend, specially Alexander Wang who divorced from his characteristic hipster meets sports girl muse and delivered a suited collection aiming for a more mature (or affluent) clientele. Peter Som also found inspiration in layers, although in his case, setting his compass to a more bohemian destination which included fur applications and garments, floral prints, chiffon pieces, belted waists and laced up calve-high boots.

So the highlight so far? Marc Jacobs (whom uncharacteristically started 5 minutes ahead of schedule even though he is infamous for tardiness), he rolled down the runway a collection that reminded me of housewives before they were “desperate.” Don’t get me wrong, I say this in the highest respect, but his collection looked like something a happy and accomplished women would wear. Lots long hemlines , pants-skirts, fur, tans and nudes mixed with seductive grays, overall a wearable and solid collection. And of course, the accessories! the bags were in one word amazing. And kudos to Marc for loosing his skirt, and double kudos for the humorous look of a pseudo “Bree Van de Kamp” in a horrible velvet skirt with a knitted sweater on top (I took that as a joke).

Another remarkable effort was the Haiti Relief, hosted by Naomi Campbell. The show benefitted the earthquake relief efforts. Kudos to Naomi, I’m glad to see she’s not throwing her cellphone at her PA’s anymore. At the show, supermodel Agyness Deyn got a bit of trouble while trying to tame some platform sandals. She fell not once but TWICE!  Anyways, she took it quite lightly and just laughed it off.

So to sum on: too much velvet, happy housewives, humanitarian causes, taking new brave paths, Kelly Osbourne got skinny, hemlines go long, layers layers, Halston got revived, Vicky Beckham ate!!!, Donna Karan loves volume, Lindsay Lohan was NOT banned from FW (or so she said), Rodarte went wild wild mex-west, Derek Lam was on the same train, Phillip Lim was charming (of course),  BCBG Max Azria showed you don’t need make-up (bravo), fur came back (Stella McCartney is rolling her eyes), Zac Posen and the scarlet dress, Thom Browne and his baroque ski resort, Thakoon got brave, Diane von Furstenberg had a go with colors. AND this will be the last edition of FW held at Bryant Park, quite sad. I will miss the Project Runway contestants crying; I just wanna make it to Bryant Park.

3.1 Phillip Lim

Alexander Wang

BCBG Max Azria

Calvin Klein Collection

Diane von Furstenberg

Diesel Black Gold

Marc Jacobs

Peter Som

Rag & Bone

Rodarte

Thakoon

Thom Browne

Zac Posen

Sorry, just a light note that I almost forgot, today is 9 02 2010

90210 !!!!!

Have a fab rest of your day.

Never a stranger to incorporating other disciplines into fashion, Prada has launched its most recent collaboration, this time with artist Yang Fudon and the short film First Spring.

Set in Shanghai, the film is beautiful and dreamy, as with everything Prada. It requires a second lecture to really understand its substance. However, in line with the brands latest collections, it appeals immediately with it’s rich low-key lighting that reassembles Film Noir and German Expressionism. The film itself borders more on a surrealistic dream where René Magritte meets Chinatown.

The cast dressed in traditional costumes blend seamlessly  with the models styled in the Prada Spring Summer collection. The tropical island prints on the female models mix perfectly with the Qi Paos and Kimonos. The same goes for the men, even the mesh vests during the opening sequence don’t seem out of place. Instead the film makes it crystal clear that anything made by Prada, it’s indeed intended to be timelessly stylish!

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Style prophet, Miuccia Prada, doesn’t disappoint with her Miu Miu Fall Winter 09/10 show. A dash of gem-encrusted dresses –evoking cocktail dresses from designer Jean Patou–, unbuttoned coats revealing nude colored bras, long fur scarfs and furry heels, Parisian chic je ne sais quoi. All with oversized clutches that looked both refined and contemporary, perfectly accenting every look. Seducing earthy tones, intimate and erotic, a truly feminine and empowering collection . A show that remind us once again why we love Miuccia Prada; her genius ability to take knowledge and turn it into art.

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To all the new owners of a Balenciaga handbag, here’s a little something to give you ideas for your Spring look , and if you’re still hesitating to get one, then maybe this will convince you.

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