Looks of the Week - 15/02/14

The weekly roundup of celebrity style, on and off the red carpet.

New York Wrap
Zendaya Coleman lights up NYC in a vibrant yellow and cobalt blue Miu Miu coat, styled with a white Acne shirt, rolled up jeans and Christian Louboutin heels.
Solange Knowles lends us some vivid colour inspiration in this electric blue Milly coat, worn with a tangerine polo neck & pants and bubblegum pink Rupert Sanderson shoes.
Karolina Kurkova adds a neon pink Unconditional tailored blazer to her ripped Rag & Bone denim jeans, white Acne shirt, black pullover and printed Nicholas Kirkwood heels.
Olivia Palermo shares her 'fashioness' in a luxurious fur collared navy blue & brown Diane von Furstenburg coat, teamed with a pair of printed Tibi pants and Rebecca Minkoff boots.


In Trenches

Cara Delevingne attended her sister's wedding this week in an elegant black crepe Burberry bodycon midi dress, accompanied by a camel coat, two-tone Burberry clutch and ankle-strap sandals.
Victoria Beckham keeps it classic in all black wearing a tuxedo trench coat, matching dress and clutch all by her own label, naturally.
Alexa Chung glimmers in a watermelon holographic Marc by Marc Jacobs coat, simply styled with a black top, skinny jeans and pointy-toe ankle boots.


Print Out

Coco Rocha snazzily mixes prints in this peach, grey and orange blazer, embellished sweater and swirl patterned shorts set by Noon by Noor.
Alexa Chung is ladylike in this floral curtain print dress by Miu Miu, styled with edgy black boots and a snakeskin bag.
Lea Seydoux continues her ambassadorial duties for Miu Miu in this delightful pink musical print sleeveless shirt and embellished denim mini skirt.
Anna Kendrick jazzes up Fashion Week in a beige printed sweater and teal floral skirt by Prada. A matching teal bag and burgundy suede shoes complete her winter shaded look.
Blake Lively looked sophisticated at the Michael Kors runway show, wearing a navy jacket & printed pencil skirt by the designer. A tan leather belt & nude shoes tied her outfit together.


Sharp Curves Ahead

Jamie Chung took a daring plunge in this black Cushnie et Ochs low-neck bustier top, worn with wide-legged trousers and a red hot lip.
Naya Rivera was polished in this modernistic white tee and navy pencil skirt by Michael Kors.
Bella Thorne tackled the sports chic trend in a two-tone cropped top and skirt by Lacoste.
Hanneli Mustaparta showed off her toned abs in a pristine white cropped two-piece with belted waist and gold decked heels by Calvin Klein.
Amber Heard put her best foot forward in this slick black v-neck tuxedo dress by Alexandre Vauthier. Metallic Christian Louboutin heels complete her outfit.

Golden Girls

Nieves Alvarez was glamourous in a gilded Ralph & Russo Couture gown, accessorized by a black waistband and clutch bag.
Michelle Jenner was lavishly dressed in a gold art deco embellished Naeem Khan gown with feather fringed skirt.
Spanish actress Clara Lago glimmered in a beautifully beaded Zuhair Murad couture gown.
Natalia de Molina poses in a white & gold foliage printed one-shouldered gown by Andrew Gn.
Lea Seydoux charmed in this beige lace embroidered Elie Saab dress, interestingly styled with a blue Olympia le Tan book clutch and gold peep-toe Christian Louboutin heels.


Sheer Detail

Toni Garrn looked elegant in a black pocketed Louis Vuitton gown with sheer yoke. 
Diane Kruger gives us her very best red carpet appearance in this alluring white long-sleeved Elie Saab gown with sheer paneled skirt and belted waist.
Supermodel Anja Rubik poshly places a navy tuxedo jacket over her diaphanous blue maxi skirt, accented by a wide waistband and nude shoes.
Blanca Suarez stuns in this black belted Elie Saab grown with sheer chiffon skirt and colorfully jeweled necklace.

Who is your Favourite 'Look of the Week'?

The Key To Love

The Key to Love is Understanding...


The ability to comprehend not only the spoken word, 
but also those unspoken gestures, 
the little things that say so much by themselves. 

The Key to Love is Forgiveness...


To accept each others faults and pardon mistakes, 
without forgetting, but with remembering 
what you learn from them.

The Key to Love is Sharing... 

Facing your good fortunes as well as the bad, together. 
Both conquering problems and forever searching for ways 
to intensify your happiness.

The Key to Love is Giving... 

Without thought of return, 
but with the hope of just a simple smile, 
and by giving in but never giving up.

The Key to Love is Respect...


Realizing that you are two separate people, with different ideas. 
That you don't belong to each other, 
that you belong with each other, and share a mutual bond.

The Key to Love is inside us all...


It takes time and patience to unlock all the ingredients 
that will take you to its threshold. 
It is the continual learning process that demands a lot of work... 
but the rewards are more than worth the effort... 
and that is the key to love.

Author unknown. Collage created via weheartit.

Street Style - New York Fashion Week FW14

New York Fashion Week

Fall/Winter 2014

Street Style

Our favourite bloggers, socialites, models and fashion editors have styled up a storm at New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2014. I have gathered up some of the most outstanding looks and interesting new street wear trends worn during the week. Whatever your type of style, you will surely find something to inspire your winter wardrobe here.

Bright Coats

Hang up your faithful black coat and colour in the cold season with something more electric as seen on the colourful streets of New York Fashion Week.

  
Prep School

Collegiate style is defined in different ways, blending school-like skirts, preppy sweaters, polished blazers and collared shirts with precision and modernity.

Hue York

A refreshing ray of saffron yellow, cobalt blue and rich ruby captured my attention in the sea of grays and black. Whether in solids or in prints, these three shades work superbly well together.

The Sweater Set

Take your cable knit sweater one step further by turning it into a high style item. Wear it under an oversized coat or pinafore dress or layer it with a sheer skirt and pants. 

In The Pink 

The Big Apple was painted in pink by this seasons most popular shade in variances from bright carnation to delicate rose. I didn't realize the versatility and wearability of a pink winter overcoat until now.

Sneaker Scene

Swap your heels for sneakers, because comfort seems to be 'in' this season. Wear them with long graceful coats and ankle-cropped trousers, throw in a woolen beanie & cozy scarf to complete this sporty luxe look.

Fine Lines

Geometric lines were seen in all forms from boldly striped dresses to colour-blocked jackets and pin-striped suit coats. A dash of vivid red amped up these linear looks. 

Luxe Layering

These creative ladies show us how layering should be done, without reservation and with piles of style.

Minimal Monotones

Chic minimalism was depicted in classic tones of gray, black and white.

Powdered Pastels

The subtlety of pastel shaded outfits were a welcomed sight at NY Fashion Week, with a breeze of petal pink fuzzy jackets and powder blue furry coats and sweaters.

Distressed Denim

If there was ever a time to buy a pair of distressed denim boyfriend jeans, it would be now. With a multitude of ways to them, these ripped pairs can be dressed up with heels, clutch bags and tailored coats or simmered down with beanies, sweatshirts and boots.

Midi Skirt Manic

Midi skirts are here to stay with pretty picks in peach tulle, tapestry florals and pleats. They are paired with nifty sweatshirts, biker jackets, tights and ankle boots.

Which of these sets from New York Fashion Week have inspired your own style?

*Images found via elle.com, style.com, marie claire.com, vogue.com, vanityfair.com and wmagazine.com

Who Wore Valentino Better?

Who Wore It Better?
Valentino Fall/Winter 2013-14
Ivory Embroidered Dress

This Valentino FW13 dress has worked its way from an LA awards show to an NYC movie premiere and all the way to Europe for a chic casual outing. Featuring an embroidered wool bodice and bell-shaped skirt, high neck with mesh inset and cuffed tulle sleeves, this exquisite dress will go down as a classic in Valentino's hall of fame.

Retailing for a whopping $13 000 (yes 3 zeros), this Valentino dress has been a popular pick amongst the young and stylish...

 

1. Girls actress Allison Williams looked elegant at the MTV Awards in the ivory embroidered mini dress, choosing to wear her hair up and pairing it with metallic Christian Louboutin shoes.
2. British model Atlanta de Cadenet was spotted styling up the streets of Paris in the cream embroidered dress, selecting to keep on the scalloped neck collar as seen on the runway. Atlanta carried a see-through clutch and vivified her look with red lips & strappy shoes.
3. Victoria's Secret model Lily Aldridge was an image of grace pictured in the same romantic wool/silk dress at a movie premiere in New York City. Lily had her hair in loose waves with a red hot lip and embroidered ruby heels to accessorize.
4. On the Valentino Fall/Winter 2013-14 runway, US model Juliana Schurig presented the richly embroidered dress with the scalloped bib attached. The scholastic silhouette was accented by a side braid and black headband, along with gloved T-bar block heels.

As for 'Who Wore It Better', I think it would be impossible for anyone to look bad in this tasteful dress. My vote goes to Lily, because she wears it so effortlessly (and she's one of my favourite models). But kudos to Atlanta for wearing this look out casually whilst the others saved it for the red carpet. Do you prefer this dress with or without the scalloped collar?

Who do you think wore this Valentino dress better?

*Next post on Wednesday.

Looks of the Week - 08/02/14

The weekly roundup of celebrity style, on and off the red carpet.


Skirting the Issue

Model Lilah Parsons looked charming in a shell pink embellished Emilia Wickstead high-neck mini dress, amped up with red pumps.
Alexa Chung gave her own styling spin to this Peter Pilotto for Target skirt, adding a powder blue sweater, black Louis Vuitton bow pumps and a Dolce & Gabbana bag.
Jessica Alba revived the famed Kenzo tiger embroidered sweatshirt with a slick leather pencil skirt, forest green Valentino envelope clutch and black ankle boots.
Louise Roe was front row at Marisa Webb, wearing a rose pink high-waisted mini skirt from the designers' new collection, along with a white top and metallic pumps.
Dree Hemingway displays her killer abs in this Peter Pilotto for Target cropped patterned top and digi-printed pencil skirt, adding a pair of black loafers to the mix.


Biker Chic

Kate Mara looked slick in a Yigal Azrouel leather biker jacket with perforated sleeves, teamed with a printed tee, black mini, a fringed Prada bag and studded loafers.
Jaime King swapped her high heels for checked Van sneakers as she strolled around LA in a chic leather biker & white mini high-neck dress. She carries a tropical printed Jason Wu bag.
Fearne Cotton goes rock & roll in her quilted moto jacket, worn over a printed tshirt and cobweb lace dress from her own label, paired with flat black ankle boots and a zipper bag.

 Pretty in Print

Paloma Faith throws a trendy pink coat over her floral Dolce & Gabbana shift dress, styled with a lemon Dolce & Gabbana bag and printed peep-toes.
Daisy Lowe looked pretty in a strapless almond blossom printed Dolce & Gabbana frock, complimented by a beige hat box and cream pointy-toe shoes.
Holland Roden was dressed by Elena Reva in a watercolour pink, white and teal box-pleated top and trousers. White pumps and an ombre Amanda Pearl clutch accessorized her outfit.


Monochrome Mode

Solange Knowles polishes up her pair of skinny jeans with a low-buttoned white shirt, black blazer and overcoat, metallized by pointy-toe pumps and a statement necklace.
Dree Hemingway showed off her contemporary style in a black bow waisted top and slouchy white trousers with drawstring hem by Chloé.
Olivia Palermo wore a sophisticated black button-detail coat by Rachel Zoe, styling it with a white shirt, leather leggings, black ankle boots and a blue bag.
Debby Ryan wears a modish white and black blouse and pants by Kate Spade, adding a pop of colour via yellow René Caovilla pumps.


Burgundy & Black

Zoey Deutch was a rock princess in this beaded one-shoulder Monique Lhuillier dress with layered tulle skirt and Jimmy Choo heels.
Gwyneth Paltrow's slim frame is highlighted in this liquid burgundy sequined Prada gown.
Shay Mitchell smouldered in a leather cropped bustier and fitted skirt by Tabitha Simmons, accessorizing with metallic Diane von Furstenburg shoes and a YSL tassel clutch.
Sarah Hyland wears a maroon satin Zac Posen gown with structured A-line frilled skirt.


Role Models

Lily Aldridge looked sublime in a floaty white strapless ensemble with voluminous puff sleeves and gold choker necklace by Rosie Assoulin.
Australian model Nicole Trunfio was elegant in a black low-neck Gabriela Cadena dress with off-the-shoulder bishop sleeves.
Brazilian model Jeisa Chiminazzo didn't follow the evening gown wearing crowd, but instead opted to be different in a red draped kimono dress with wide printed sleeves and hem, clinched in by a wide leather belt.
Karolina Kurkova stunned in a black bead-trimmed Armani gown with slitted bodice and skirt.

Who is Your Favourite 'Look of the Week'? 

Friday Frills

May you have....

Enough happiness to keep you sweet, 

Enough trials to keep you strong, 

Enough sorrow to keep you human, 

Enough hope to keep you happy, 

Enough failure to keep you humble, 

Enough success to keep you eager, 

Enough friends to give you comfort, 

Enough wealth to meet your needs; 

Enough enthusiasm to look forward, 

Enough faith to banish depression, and

Enough determination to make each day better than yesterday.

*Image via Pinterest. Quote Unknown.

Shopaholics Series - Suite Blanco

One of my favourite places to shop at abroad is at Spanish brand Suite Blanco. They stock clothing that is trendy, well-made and very reasonably priced. It's always impossible leaving their stores empty handed. I also love their stunning collection of jewellery, bags and comfortably fit jeans. These are a few looks and outfit ideas I have selected from Blanco. I've arranged them so that each set is interchangeable and can be worn in different ways.


Grunge Glamour

From Top Left: Cream blouse with leather collar. Strass red thread necklace. Beige printed jacquard jumper. Black quilted and embroidered cotton jacket. Red tartan print trousers. Black & white tartan dress. Red suede pumps. Houndstooth bracelet set. Two-tone bodycon dress. Red teardrop earrings. Evasé sequined skirt. Red tartan portfolio bag. Studded black ankle boots. Red bowling bag.

Biker Chic

Animal print sweater. Quilted leather biker jacket. Bow-detail chain bracelet. Beaded shoulder bag. White and black cuffed sleeve top. Low rise skinny jeans. Black and gold multi-chain belt. Leather wrap-around mini skirt. Black and gold tassel necklace. Quilted bowling bag. Black buckled ankle boots. Letters print T-shirt.

Winter Green

From Top Left: Mint green textured jumper. Mint striped flap-bag. Floral embroidered black shirt dress. Green and turquoise tweed zipper jacket. Teal furry jumper. Green bow bracelet set. Dark green and navy tartan chino pants. Turquoise crystal thread necklace. Teal green frilled peplum dress. Black suede pumps. Silver and blue strass necklace. Printed forest green tunic dress.

Urban Attitude

From Top Left: Brown furry vest. Ivory mandarin collar blouse. Two-tone metallic clutch. Gold crystal chain. Strass studded shorts. Denim shirt. Medium rise skinny cuffed jeans. Tribal beaded collar necklace. Super skinny animal print jeans. Studded brown cowboy boots. Crystal studded bracelet set. Fringed leather bag. Studded suede animal print loafers. Army green leather and cotton combined jacket.

Pink Evenings

From Top Left: Black and white jacquard print sweater. Cerise floral statement necklace. Pearl studded bracelet set. Black platform heels. Layered tulle embroidered dress. Black zipper shoulder bag. Sheer black long-sleeved blouse. Bird printed portfolio bag. Fuchsia peplum skirt. Lace halter little black dress. Pink and black two-tone platform pumps. Floral print leggings. Multi-coloured beaded necklace. Black sequined shorts. 

Blanco only ships within Spain, but if you're in the UAE, Philippines, Indonesia, Portugal, Mexico, Russia (and a few other countries) you can visit one of their stores first hand. 

Which of these Suite Blanco sets would you like to shop?

*All Images belong to www.blanco.com

Dimitri Spring/Summer 2014

European design is given a modern uplift by Italian-Greek designer Dimitrios Panagiotopoulos, better and more simply known as Dimitri. With his brand born in 2007, Dimitri lists Jil Sander, Hugo Boss and Vivienne Westwood as former employers, and if that doesn't speak volumes about his exceptional fashion background, then his designs most certainly will.

Dimitri outwardly dresses women with the same confidence and panache that they exude on the inside. For Spring/Summer 2014, power is handed over to the 21st century girl with self-assurance, in an array of brights - cobalt blue, aquamarine, citrine, raspberry, lemon and lime. Toned down by basic beiges and black, this compelling collection can be taken from the office to an evening out with a few key pieces.

Tailored blazers with cigarette trousers make those work days a little more elegant, and weekend wear is covered by chic cotton tops, peplum skater skirts, piquet shorts & digi-print leggings. Dimitri includes a few chunky knit sweaters to make the transition into Spring stylishly easy. Fit and flare chiffon cocktail dresses guarantee you a second look, accessorized with leather corset belts, two-tone totes, clutches & crochet necklaces also by the label. 

This is a look at Dimitri's enthusiastically chic Spring/Summer 2014 collection.

Set 1

Set 2

Set 3

Set 4

Set 5

Set 6

Set 7

Set 8

The raspberry silk midi strapless dress in Set 8 is at the very top of my wishlist. Prices border on the steep side but check out the sale page on their website for some good investment buys.

Which of these Dimitri looks have caught your fancy?