Maybelline 365

Well would you look at that!

Funny though...I am not wearing any pastels-- they are rather bright colours?! If anyone can figure out the pastels in this, please enlighten me :)

http://www.maybelline.com/nyc365/2012/2/25

Zara March Lookbook

Loving the Zara March lookbook

Ode to the 50's

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                She Builds Domes in Air

"In this 16mm film by the acclaimed artist Catherine Sullivan, Kristen McMenamy stalks the darkly delicate world of the Alexander McQueen spring/summer collection – Sarah Burton’s third and most celebrated yet.

The spring/summer 2012 issue of AnOther Magazine presents an exclusive Alexander McQueen special, with stills from Sullivan's film accompanying an intimate conversation between Burton and AnOther's fashion features director Susannah Frankel.

Here we preview the article with an extract from their conversation, which appears in full in the issue, on sale tomorrow...

“Yes, I feel 2011 has been great,” Burton says. “It’s been a very emotional time and it’s great to still be here, to still be successful.”

“The winter show was quite hard,” she says, “This one is about extreme femininity. It’s a celebration of women really, of extreme embellishment and how a woman’s clothes may almost become her. I wanted to focus on all the techniques, the embroideries, the pleating, the finish, in a slightly fetishistic way. She’s not a woman for a man. She’s definitely a woman for a woman. Some of the looks were masked, you couldn’t quite see her. That was very Lee in a way. He took away the personalities of the models themselves and created an army of McQueen women. In this case, though, the fabrics were lighter. The masks were made out of lace and their fragility enhanced any beauty, I think.

“Each piece was really special,” she continues. “When you look at the clothes close up, you’re not quite sure what you’re seeing. This fabric here (she points to a metallic organza skirt) was pleated, woven, destroyed and then pleated again. We had to pleat this one (she points to a second) five different ways to make it right. This is all hand-bulleted and then put on a base. This funny little orange one, with all the ruffles, was cut on a circle. The McQueen woman doesn’t want to feel casual. It’s not that kind of world. When you put on the clothes, they make you stand differently, feel differently. It was about how to do that but make it feel light. I’ve always been part of Lee’s romantic side, that’s what I love. Although there are elements of this collection that are quite dark, even sinister, there’s always a romance to it, a delicacy. Empowerment and protection: working here, you always have to bring it back to Alexander."

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Pantone Fall '12 Colours

The top colors for women’s fashion for fall 2012 are:

PANTONE 19-4056 Olympian Blue 
PANTONE 17-1463 Tangerine Tango 
PANTONE 18-5338 Ultramarine Green 
PANTONE 17-4014 Titanium 
PANTONE 15-1142 Honey Gold 
PANTONE 18-2133 Pink Flambé 
PANTONE 16-3817 Rhapsody 
PANTONE 14-1506 Rose Smoke 
PANTONE 19-1012 French Roast 
PANTONE 14-0445 Bright Chartreuse

The top colors for men’s fashion for fall 2012 are:

PANTONE 19-1012 French Roast 
PANTONE 19-4056 Olympian Blue 
PANTONE 15-1142 Honey Gold 
PANTONE 17-1463 Tangerine Tango 
PANTONE 18-5338 Ultramarine Green 
PANTONE 17-4014 Titanium 
PANTONE 19-1652 Rhubarb 
PANTONE 14-0445 Bright Chartreuse 
PANTONE 16-3304 Sea Fog 
PANTONE 12-0304 Whitecap Gray

"From love potions and the magical hour of sunset to witches and warlocks, fantasy and illusion are inspiring designers this fall season. With an unexpected mix of darks, brights and neutrals, they cleverly manipulate reality to transport consumers to an enchanting place, free from the stresses of everyday life.

As the season transitions from the heat of summer, Bright Chartreuse, a vital yellow-green, pays homage to a typical spring shade and creates a bridge into the cooling days of fall. Reminiscent of bright green foliage, it provides a perfect accent to every color in the palette.

Like the name implies, Pink Flambé is a delicious, vibrant pink with a bit of heat to it. Pair it with vivacious and enticing Tangerine Tango for an ongoing retro feeling. Or, to bring a calming element to the mix, combine these vibrant warm tones with Ultramarine Green, a deep, cooling blue-green. Ethereal Rhapsody is a grayed-down purple that alsoencourages comfort and serenity with its quiet, muted tone.

Honey Gold, a mellow, burnished yellow, suggests the soft-muted tones of sunlight to brighten a fall day. Pair it with sensible and strong Olympian Blue, a patriotic blue that will surely make its way into fall and winter athletic apparel.

Rich and robust, French Roast is a tasty, sophisticated hue that is a great alternative to the black and charcoal basics typically worn in the fall. Other staple neutrals include elegant and versatile Titanium, the quintessential cool gray, and Rose Smoke, a veiled rose tone that pairs well with Rhapsody and Titanium.

Similar to this season’s palette for women, there is something for everyone in the top color selections for men. Rhubarb, a deep, pungent hue, brings intensity to the palette, and is best paired with Tangerine Tango and Honey Gold for a collegiate look. To hit the ski slopes in style, combine Ultramarine Green with Bright Chartreuse and Olympian Blue for the ultimate in winter athletic apparel.

Moving from the vibrant tones of fall to more neutral basics, Whitecap Gray is a classic off-white, reminiscent of an overturning wave under a winter sky. Sea Fog, a gray with a muted purple cast, exudes just the right amount of confidence and masculinity. Pair these two neutrals with the strength of Titanium for a subtle and sophisticated direction. Combine all three neutrals in a dress shirt or tie with basic, versatile French Roast for a classic fall look.

The colors featured in the PANTONE Fashion Color Report are culled from the PANTONE FASHION + HOME Color System, the most widely used and recognized color standards system in the world. Each season, Pantone surveys the designers of New York Fashion Week and beyond to collect feedback on prominent collection colors, color inspiration and color philosophy. This information is used to create the PANTONE Fashion Color Report, which serves as a reference tool throughout the year for fashion enthusiasts, reporters and retailers."

via- Business Wire

Sorry for the absence...

nyfw got the best of me

So to make up for it-- here is some pictures of what I have been doing!!

Its been busy couple of weeks between planning, sending invites and actually setting up the shows. I was so privileged to work on : Tommy Hilfiger (mens/womens), Derek Lam, Marc Jacobs, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Anna Sui. I would have to say my favourite show I did was Derek Lam: lots of leather details, knitted items, and long flowy skirts.  

Mara Hoffman Swim 2012

Words cannot express how much I love her designs!

You have to check Mara Hoffman out if you dont know her already

Trina Turk & Caicos Collection

Being from Turks and Caicos, I naturally get excited when there is any mention of the islands- so I was pretty excited once I saw this!

Swimwear designer Trina Turk has created an exclusive collection for the Grace Bay Club in Providenciales Turks & Caicos. The collection is available in their store at the resort, online and at Trina Turk boutiques. 

The print was inspired by "the island's playful beach lifestyle and the resort's sophisticated aesthetic"

Marni x H&M

This is so exciting, cant wait to see the stuff!

ASOS Spring 2012 Lookbook

              

I really like the mixed prints and bits of neoprene for Asos Spring 2012 lookbook! Not to mention the cool accessories (the amazing beaded collar necklace) really have me hoping for some warmer weather.....

Wanderlust

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