We often associate white gowns and dresses with wedding. The lightest of all colors, it symbolizes delicacy and purity. For The 65th annual Cannes Film Festival, white was the favorite amongst the brightest celebrities.
Dianne Kruger wore an embroidered Chanel dress. The German actress embodied the lady like look.
Doutzen Kroes went with the clean lines from Atelier Versace.
Janet Jackson’s crisp halter Emilio Pucci gown looked lovelier paired with her million dollar smile.
Editor-at-large of Vogue Japan Anna Dello Russo radiate in her Alberta Ferretti strapless gown.
Other stars worked their best white gowns such as Cassie, Jessica Chastain, and Ines de la Fressange.
The trend in evening wear proves that the sheer elegance of white in not just for brides.
by Eli Gonzales, contributing Trends writer and Print designer
Agyness Deyn, a British super model turned actress is now designing a limited edition collection for heritage shoe brand, Dr. Martens. The collection will feature shoes, clothing and accessories. As seen on her signature street style, we’re betting we will see skinny jeans, boxy jackets and white socks.
Agyness Deyn bought her first pair of Dr. Martens when she was 13 years old. Since then, whether she is going for a walk on London streets or the occasional red carpet, she almost never leaves her combat boots.
“The brand is a great fit for me, as it stands for strong character and being able to shape your own personal identity,” Agyness told Women’s Wear Daily.
Agyness has previously worked for Dr. Martens’ ad campaigns, fall 2011 and spring 2012. Therefore, the line will be the next step in this love affair between Agyness and Dr. Martens.
The full limited edition of Agyness Deyn for Dr. Martens collection will be in stores globally for this year’s Fall/Winter. We can’t wait.
What do you hope the line will include? Maybe something like this….
-Photos source: vogue.com, telegraph.co.uk
Candy Violeta, contributing writer, fashion marketing student and fashion news geek
Fashion trend road map leads to a quick stop at Emerald city, as prominent fashion houses use this precious gem color into their collections. The deep bold emerald green hue is another one of Fall’s haute colors.
Emerald is a popular shade of green. Closely associated with fine jewelry and luxury, takes center stage this Fall-Winter 2012- 2013.
In the Gucci house, gowns are presented in solid or printed emeralds, in velvet & chiffon.
Ellie Saab utilized the color with shine and texture. A beautiful fitted sequined gown & fur coat are sure head turners.
At Mui Mui, a well crafted emerald suit was one of the first looks that opened the show.
-Photo source: style.com
by Eli Gonzales, contributing Trends writer and Print designer
From the story of turning water into wine, for Fall /Winter 2012-2013, wine turns into fashion. We will get a hefty dose of this intoxicating color soon.
J. Mendel designed skin revealing gowns and dresses with a deep shade of wine. This gave his collection a subtle sex appeal and mystery.
In Milan, Gucci sent out a soft full length ruffled gown with a velvet belt that spells out royalty in fashion language.
Narciso Rodriguez’s minimalist aesthetics interpreted in wine is refreshingly modern for a color that is usually associated with goth.
The Roberto Cavalli sequined mini is made to be an absolute head turner.
Helmut Lang’s take on wine was creatively done on fur. The delicious shade on the most luxurious texture: his work is powerful and sophisticated.
Gear up with this rich and sultry shade. It is time to get drunk on fashion once again.
by Eli Gonzales, contributing Trends writer and Print designer
Women’s Wear Daily has reported the company that owns Betsey Johnson’s boutiques is currently facing bankruptcy. The company has been in trouble for quite a while. As a result, Betsey Johnson LLC will close almost all of the designer’s stores. Even worse, it is estimated that 350 employees will lose their jobs.
But the collapse has been saved by Steve Madden, who bought Johnson’s $48.8 million debt. He also took control over the label and the licensing agreements.
Before you end up with tears, know that Johnson herself wouldn’t lose her job. Johnson will remain on board as the creative director and will design the Betsey Johnson diffusion label, which is sold in Macy’s and other department stores.
“I love the moderate price range,” Johnson said. “It is in sync with all the girls who are buying my clothes.”
However, Mr. Madden said that the closure of the stores wouldn’t interrupt the wholesale deliveries to stores that sell Betsey Johnson. That’s good to know.
We wish Betsey Johnson and all of her co-workers the best of luck.
Candy Violeta, contributing writer, fashion marketing student and fashion news geek
Inspirare.com is a new site offering emerging designers the chance to compete and have their new designs manufactured, promoted and sold absolutely free. This social media savvy website is offering 30 entrants prizes from a Net-a-porter shopping spree to iPads and gift vouchers. Not to mention, the chance to have their garments sold for free.
This is a winner!
Good luck designers.
-Photo sourced from inspirare.com
posted by Sharon N. Hughes
