Ralph & Russo Fall 2014 Couture

It's Couture Monday here again and we welcome the new week with the exquisite Fall/Winter 2014 collection by Ralph & Russo. The Australian-born, British-based duo were inspired by photographer Massimo Listri, who has made an astounding art of capturing interiors. Attention to detail is profound and no (gem)stone has been left unturned to create this outstanding range. 

Intricate embellishments and curlicue embroideries are composed across the palest white and lavender gowns (Set 1 & 2). Lush chiffon and silk crepe gowns sweep the floor with unconfined femininity and grace, glittered with sparkling crystals that attract the light like a camera lens (Set 3 & 4). Navy blue tulle dresses boast prodigious circle skirts (Set 5), whilst perspex and velvet floral appliqués bloom across deep plum dresses (Set 6). 

The marbled and arched subjects of Listri's work can be seen via the exceptional curvature and construction of these couture masterpieces. Structured duchess satin gowns dramatically fill the stage with voluminous skirts that rise and fall in rhythmic ruffles and swirls in Set 9.

Ralph & Russo bridge the gap between the rigidity of architecture and the eloquence of evening wear. This is a look at their sensational Fall/Winter 2014 Couture collection.

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Set 2.

Set 3.

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Set 5.

Set 6.

Set 7.

Set 8.

Set 9.

What do you think of Ralph & Russo's Fall 2014 Couture Range?

Zuhair Murad Fall 2014 Couture

Couture Week continues with the spellbinding Fall 2014 collection of one of my favourites, Zuhair Murad. The Lebanese designer gives his illustrious gowns an architectural format this season, with sculpted shoulders, angled necklines and exaggerated hips. The strong geometric shapes are softened by billowing drapes in silk mousseline, duchess satin and chiffon.

Constructed in classic monochromes, aquamarine, cobalt blue, raspberry and shimmering silver, this jewel box of cocktail couture and ravishing evening wear finds its inspiration in the visionary works of architect Zaha Hadid. Her artful paintings are glorified in a colourful swirl of digitally printed looks seen in Set 3. Society Girls can bookmark the ritzy mini dresses in Set 1 for their many party and premiere appearances.

Undulating waves glisten across sea blue gowns in Sets 4 and 5, capturing the light with circuitous beadwork that curl out into swishing skirts. Murad also considers his executive client's less formal affairs, introducing sophisticated trouser sets and luxurious jumpsuits in Set 6, elegantly polished off by embellished blazers.

Set 8's entrancing ruby gowns will surely entice Murad's long list of celebrity fans like Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift and Blake Lively. The collection culminates with a starry array of glittering silver and white gowns that decadently drip in scintillating crystals and sequins.

This is a view into the stunning Fall 2014 Couture Collection from Zuhair Murad.


Set 1

Set 2

Set 3

Set 4

Set 5

Set 6

Set 7

Set 8

Set 9

Set 10

Which of these Zuhair Murad gowns would you like to see on the Red Carpet?

Georges Hobeika Fall 2014 Couture

Couture Season is upon us again and where better to begin than the atelier of Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika. He takes a page out of the Impressionist era for Fall 2014, inspired by the florid works of Claude Monet. Hand embroidered flowers burgeoned upon an aquatic blue set of dresses, polished off in burnished metallics in turquoise and aquamarine.

Lace, chiffon, tulle and organza added drama to the weighty dresses with exaggerated hoop skirts, all decadently shimmering with ornate beadwork. Bodices where corseted and skirts were flaired out, revering the feminine silhouette. Glazed chocolate brown, mink and dainty cream gowns were intricately embellished in column and mermaid shapes.

A blaze of cherry red gowns commanded attention with sweeping skirts and beautifully designed necklines. Floor-gliding capes and cropped textured boleros wrapped up the exquisite cocktail looks and jumpsuits. Kiddie couture dresses provided a quaint touch to this outstanding range.

This is the gracefully breathtaking Georges Hobeika Fall 2014 Couture Collection. 


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Set 2

Set 3

Set 4

Set 5

Set 6

Set 7

Set 8

Set 9

Which of these couture sets catch your fancy?

Dina Jsr Spring/Summer Collection 2014

Lebanese designer Dina Jsr's keen interest in art and architecture led her down the creative path, choosing to study jewellery design at the prestigious Central Saint Martins in London and then fashion design in Beirut. Dina's aesthetic strongly focuses on precision and geometry and how these techniques can be applied to fashion and fabrics.

Dina's Spring/Summer range is entitled 'Crystal Waters', which reflects the majesty of gently rolling waves through her origami folded designs. Ripples of delicate powdered pink lace and swishes of olive green satin gazaar billow into exquisite evening gowns and cocktail dresses. These sculptural artworks are brought to life with concentric 3D cut-outs and voluminous drapery. Serene shades of soft mauve and faded blue emulate the aquatic drift of a crystal stream via muslin crepe gowns. 

Crafted with excellence and imagination, these sea-inspiring gowns capture the essence of the ocean with the utmost femininity. Dina Jsr's dresses have graced Cannes, French celebrities and the Middle Eastern socialite set, as well as many international magazines. 

This is a view into Dina Jsr's ethereal Spring/Summer 2014 Collection.


1. Powder Pink

2. Olive Green

3. Olive Green

4. Tender Mauve

5. Tender Mauve

6. Faded Blue

7. Faded Blue

8. Stellar White and Black

9. Jet Black

What are your thoughts on Dina Jsr's stunning SS14 Collection?


All images found via www.dinajsr.com

Red Carpet - The Met Gala 2014

Red Carpet Fashion

The Met Gala 2014

With a red carpet turn out bigger than the Oscars, the 2014 Met Gala lured out a host of stylish celebrities last night in New York City. The theme this year was based on who is known as America's first couturier, Charles James : Beyond Fashion. This is the roundup of the most exhilarating gowns from the years biggest fashion event. Please click on each image for a larger view.

Berry Haute

Selena Gomez captured the best of her curves in a deep plum plunge neck Diane von Furstenburg gown. Reese Witherspoon stood out in a cerise pink Stella McCartney corset dress. Anne Hathaway wore a simplistic chic red midriff-baring column gown by Calvin Klein. Emma Stone was pretty in a candy pink cropped tank and fuchsia slitted skirt by Thakoon. Zoe Kravitz wore a slinky cranberry hued Topshop slip dress with low neck. Allison Williams was elegant in a tangerine Oscar de la Renta gown with long train.

Styled in Chanel 

Anna Wintour hosted the Met Gala in an ice blue, white, pink and black ruffled organza Chanel gown. Chloe Moretz looked delightful in a collared white Chanel look with lace tier frilled skirt and black tie detail. Kristen Stewart was decked in an edgy black and gold sequined Chanel dress with sheer tulle midi skirt and wide belt. Lily Allen wore a ribbon paneled pink and grey Couture gown from the French brand.

Two Tone

Hailee Steinfeld looked modernistic in a Prabal Gurung ballgown. Sarah Jessica Parker wore a voluminous black and white Oscar de la Renta gown. Anna Kendrick was graceful in a monochrome J.Mendel mermaid skirted gown. Charlize Theron wowed in a distinguished black paneled Dior Couture trailing gown with capelet. Greta Gerwig took a fashionable risk in a gradient high-low Theory by Olivier Theyskens dress with sheer one-shoulder. Naomi Watts was dressed by Givenchy in this ombré embroidered dress with see-through skirt.

Yellow Fever

Jourdan Dunn was vividly attired in a low neck dress by Topshop. Emmy Rossum gave us a refreshing summer look, outfitted in a beautiful floral printed Carolina Herrera ballgown. Katie Holmes seemed to be overwhelmed by this saffron yellow Marchesa gown with ruched embroidered neckline. Olivia Munn was a ray of sunshine in a primrose Diane von Furstenburg long-sleeved V-neck dress.

Short Story

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wore an edgy leather & leopard Balmain dress. Imogen Poots picked a futuristic cut-out Proenza Schouler dress. Stacy Martin went against the style grain, wearing a sheer azure wrap top and bralet with red bejewelled brocade pencil skirt by Miu Miu. Elizabeth Olsen picked a powder blue ice-skater dress with crystal neckline by Miu Miu. Michelle Williams opted for a more casual look in a printed Louis Vuitton mini. 

Black Magic

Kate Upton was frilled in a black Dolce & Gabbana gown with whimsical hat. Maggie Q made a marvelous entrance in a this classic black ballgown. Gisele Bundchen looked sultry in a velvet lace Balenciaga gown. Beyonce was netted in a theatrical sheer beaded Givenchy dress with plunge neck and slitted skirt. Ashley Olsen wore a modest Gianfranco Ferre military inspired gown and Mary Kate was pinstriped in vintage Chanel. Felicity Jones was decked in a silk corset Theory by Olivier Theysken's gown with dramatic skirt.

Poised in Zac Posen 

Zac Posen was one of the premier designers of the evening, dressing supermodel Liu Wen in voluminous emerald green and Dita von Teese in a retro cream fitted gown with pleated fishtail skirt. Sarah Silverman and Karen Elson also wore outstanding sculpted gowns by Posen.

Bohemian Rhapsody

Lupita Nyong'o was fringed in an eccentric green Prada ensemble. Kate Mara looked gracious in a printed Valentino gown. Sarah Paulson wore a green Prada number with embellished midi skirt. Dianna Agron was dressed in a black tulle beaded Miu Miu dress with purple V-neck. Amanda Peet wore a lace Marc Jacobs dress. Michelle Monaghan went haute hippy in a burgundy leather fringed Altuzarra dress. Shailene Woodley tried on a bohemian themed Rodarte gown. Florence Welch wore a floral embroidered Valentino coat with her grey gown.

Navy Nights

Jason Wu dressed Dakota Johnson in a navy blue shimmer bodice gown with flaired skirt. Zooey Deschanel wore a deep blue Tommy Hilfiger dress with contrasting white waistband and train. Kim Kardashian redeemed herself from last year's Met Gala, looking poised in a midnight blue Lanvin strapless gown. Marion Cotillard represented Dior in this laser-cut cropped look with interesting fascinator.

Printed Out

Printed black and white gowns were trending at the Met, with Jessica Pare and Zoe Saldana both in Michael Kors. Margot Robbie wore a monochrome Prada ensemble and Gugu Mbatha-Raw was debonair in an abstract patterned Lanvin A-line dress.

Pale Tale

Victoria Beckham was her sophisticated self in a column gown by her own label. Kylie Minogue opted for a feminine gold and white embroidered Marchesa gown. Rihanna brought her street savvy to the red carpet in a Stella McCartney cropped top and maxi skirt. Naomi Campbell picked out an ice pink cut-out Givenchy dress with feathered cape. Supermodel Lily Donaldson looked sleek in Burberry. Idina Menzel was glamourous in an embellished Donna Karan Atelier dress with ruffled skirt.  

Greyscale

Lily Aldridge stunned in a draped silver lamé Michael Kors gown. Alexa Chung wore an understated strapless gunmetal grey ruched Nina Ricci dress. Amy Adams glimmered in a molten silver silk Oscar de la Rena gown. Chrissy Teigen had on a ruffled neck smoke grey Ralph Lauren column gown. Nicole Richie was dressed in a sheer grey and velvet patched Donna Karan look.

Glamour Models

Karlie Kloss wore an richly embroidered gold and black Oscar de la Renta gown. Arizona Muse looked ravashing in this striking red strapless Ralph & Russo Couture gown with colossal skirt. Karolina Kurkova was dramatically fitted in an architectural indigo floral patterned Marchesa gown.

Fit for a Fairytale

Bee Shaffer wore a one-shouldered ice blue satin Alexander McQueen gown with tulle skirt. Claire Danes was pretty in a dark maroon velvet bustier and rose pink satin skirt by Oscar de la Renta. Taylor Swift chose a romantic shell pink embroidered Oscar de la Renta gown with trailing skirt. Hayden Panettiere charmed in a subdued pink and blue floral painted Dennis Basso ballgown. Burberry created an incredible tier frilled ballgown in blush and nude for Suki Waterhouse. Toni Garrn exuded grace in this powder blue Topshop gown.

Golden Tones

Jessica Alba was radiant in a matt gold lace Diane von Furstenburg low neck gown. Leighton Meester looked engaging in a beaded gold Emilio Pucci gown. Giambattisa Valli brought out Amber Heard's demure side in this long sleeved lace dress. Rita Ora was over the top in a nude and gold beaded and tulle confection by Donna Karan Atelier. Lea Michele positively glowed in a metallic gold Altuzarra gown. Joan Smalls was exquisite in a countered pleated bodice dress with sheer chiffon skirt by Vera Wang. 

Pastelletics 

Rachel McAdams played it chic in a petal pink Ralph Lauren column gown. Diane Kruger wore a lilac embellished Hugo Boss gown with pleated chiffon panel skirt. Blake Lively was breathtaking in a this rose pink silk chiffon beaded Gucci Premiére gown with flowing cape attached. Kate Bosworth seemed far too waifish in a clingy coral pink Stella McCartney gown with gold spaghetti straps. Adele Exacharpoulos impressed in a blush pink corset dress with mirror and crystal encrusted silver skirt by Prada. Kendall Jenner made a surprise appearance, wearing a figure-hugging strapless pearl pink Topshop mermaid gown.

My best dressed was the stunning Blake Lively in Gucci Premiére and I also liked the beautiful red gown worn by Arizona Muse and the out of the box outfit by Adele Excharpoulous. My worst dressed had to be Rita Ora, her look was too costumey.

Who was Your Best and Worst Dressed at the 2014 Met Gala?