tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71029130871880598202024-03-14T00:02:05.791-07:00Lx World.comLife's Little Luxuriesruchhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10952577746340421853noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-79627321191359683682012-02-02T14:22:00.000-08:002012-02-02T14:23:43.771-08:00Cult Favorite: Valeria Smith Handbags<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MONgqz86RtU/TysMOWxZZUI/AAAAAAAAGas/QKemWtqmFWA/s1600/soho.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MONgqz86RtU/TysMOWxZZUI/AAAAAAAAGas/QKemWtqmFWA/s400/soho.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Nestled on the corner of Mercer Street in SoHo, the Argentian handbag line has been welcomed with open arms by those in the know in the Big Apple. You won't hear about celebrities carrying Valeria Smith bags around town nor do they advertise in the major glossies. However, Valeria Smith bags are one of the most coveted handbags of choice quietly yet stylishly draped around the arms gallery hoppers and the fashion set.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xqf-gQrvU4Q/TysMMgA-J8I/AAAAAAAAGaU/7RXuSVSU0IM/s1600/1PH0114GRB45U98-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xqf-gQrvU4Q/TysMMgA-J8I/AAAAAAAAGaU/7RXuSVSU0IM/s400/1PH0114GRB45U98-1.jpg" width="356" /></a></div>The handbags are fully handcrafted in Buenos Aires with the finest Italian materials. The designs are modern and fresh but still ooze of aristocratic glamour and elegance. Don't miss this boutique on your next shopping trip to New York, you'll be sure to find an exquisite handbag that you can be sure no one else at the party will have yet a bag that everyone will admire.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Valeria Smith</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">85 Mercer St.</div><div style="text-align: center;">New York, NY 10012</div><div style="text-align: center;">www.valeriasmith.com.ar</div></div>Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08773748170255678439noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-39960036805363335232012-01-08T21:31:00.000-08:002012-01-08T21:33:10.060-08:00A Modern Take On A Classic, The Chanel "Boy" Bag<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Imagine a Chanel bag without the signature quilting, no tweed in sight and absolutely no remnants of the coveted intercrossed c's. What kind of Chanel bag would that be? One of the new classics they say. Celebrities and socialites have been spotted around town with the new Chanel Boy bags which capture the simplistic and terribly chic essence of Coco Chanel.</div><br />
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The simple yet very elegant bags are made from luxurious glazed calfskin accented with strong hardware in a choice of silver or brass. The bags comes in an array of shapes from perfect daytime tote to a petite evening clutch. The bags come in subtle colors like white, black, green, red, and grey.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In a city like Delhi where logo flashing is a way of life the new Chanel range is made for those very few in the know. For more information visit, www.Chanel.com, Starting at $2500.</div></div>Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08773748170255678439noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-43240779927793202132012-01-04T09:53:00.000-08:002012-01-04T09:53:30.274-08:00Kalla Haute Couture à Pampilles From Vacheron Constantin<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-05CtbKWzA9A/TwSRn4pvE9I/AAAAAAAAGRE/Y8viFdRWfyA/s1600/Kalla_HC_a_Pampilles_3_4_FN.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="325" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-05CtbKWzA9A/TwSRn4pvE9I/AAAAAAAAGRE/Y8viFdRWfyA/s400/Kalla_HC_a_Pampilles_3_4_FN.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
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</div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zF-RO7FNajc/TwSRoZCHACI/AAAAAAAAGRM/j8zcJiPaHvY/s1600/Kalla_HC_a_Pampilles_soldat_ouverte_FN.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zF-RO7FNajc/TwSRoZCHACI/AAAAAAAAGRM/j8zcJiPaHvY/s320/Kalla_HC_a_Pampilles_soldat_ouverte_FN.jpg" width="169" /></a>The tradition of “secret” watches that enabled 19th century watch wearers to check time in an exquisitely discreet manner is revived with this couture timepiece. Over 156 carats of diamonds in a combination of brilliant, princess and flame-cut diamonds grace the watch. The precious stones conceal an entire diamond-paved dial. Perfect for the lady who is, "quick to blush but never short of a witty reply."<br />
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Vacheron Constantin unveiled an extremely unique diamond cut – the flame – which is the only one of its kind to feature a right and left cut for exceptional brilliance. The flame cut is now a signature and exclusive feature of the brand.<br />
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With the subtle motion of four delicate mobile strands, the Kalla Haute Couture à Pampilles literally comes to life on the wrist. In 2001, the elegant Lady Kalla won the title of “Montre Joaillerie du Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève” and again in 2009.<br />
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For more information please visit: www.vacheron-constantin.com<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ax73TrB3I1Y/TwH1wUN8NmI/AAAAAAAAGQI/Qp7uV6F9rkQ/s1600/Hermes-panda-bear-1-thumb-550x429.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="249" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ax73TrB3I1Y/TwH1wUN8NmI/AAAAAAAAGQI/Qp7uV6F9rkQ/s320/Hermes-panda-bear-1-thumb-550x429.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">M</span>ega-luxury houses like Hermès aren't exactly known for being sustainable but hermes is taking a step towards being more green with their latest collection, "Petit H", a collection of "unidentified poetic objects" made from factory scraps and defective materials. The initiative was the brainchild of great-great-granddaughter of Thierry Hermès, Pascale Mussard. <br />
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Hermès artisans refurbish imperfect Kelly handles and scraps from leather used to make Birkins to create one of a kind, kitsch yet chic items. There are charms for $40 to an oversized panda beanbag crafted from Clemence bull calf leather (the most expensive item of the lot) for $100,000. Hermès teapot spots are transformed into jewelry hangers while imperfect crystal is morphed into dumbbells are also in the mix. Talk about luxury recycling. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i>The Petit H collection is on view at the Hermès Rue de Sèvres.</i></div></div>Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08773748170255678439noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-85681674534104565332011-12-15T07:20:00.000-08:002011-12-15T07:21:46.592-08:00Fashionista's Prêt-à-Portea Via London's Berkeley Hotel<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-W2YDaEEV89k/TuaVQ_KYvNI/AAAAAAAAGNk/wV367wK4gbU/s1600/berkeley07_080159_741.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="216" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-W2YDaEEV89k/TuaVQ_KYvNI/AAAAAAAAGNk/wV367wK4gbU/s400/berkeley07_080159_741.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0uJ5e502lMw/TuaVJ8ppl5I/AAAAAAAAGNA/tdGACpD8N3g/s1600/pret-a-portea.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7vA8EtM1Fss/TuaVRFYTK9I/AAAAAAAAGNs/3FKqGyLFSB8/s1600/BerkeleyFashionTea_V_20Oct11_PR_b_320x480.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7vA8EtM1Fss/TuaVRFYTK9I/AAAAAAAAGNs/3FKqGyLFSB8/s320/BerkeleyFashionTea_V_20Oct11_PR_b_320x480.jpg" width="213" /></a>Yummy Miu Miu heels, delicious Lanvin dresses and scrumptious Burberry trenches are so good, you just want to eat them up. Well now The Berkeley, invites fashionistas to nibble on Christian Louboutins, Valentino gowns and Stella McCartney body con dresses. Prêt-à-Portea is the Berkeley's fashionable and modern take of the high tea tradition.<br />
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The iconic British hotel's Prêt-à-Portea is served in the Caramel Room daily from 1pm to 6pm and girls about town can't get enough. The service includes a selection of loose leaf teas from Assam tea to Pear Caramel & herbal infusions like Posh Pomelo & Melon, Gorgeous Ginger and Chocolate Mint Truffle. the teas are accompanied by a mouth-watering selection of <b style="font-weight: normal;">mini-skewers</b>, taster spoons, elegant canapés and tea sandwiches. The best bit is the collection of <b style="font-weight: normal;">cakes and fancies</b> mimicking the latest fashions from the world’s finest designers. For Fall 2011 the selection includes:<br />
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</div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li style="text-align: center;"><b>Valentino</b> orange and ginger clutch cake closed with oversized chocolate bow</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Bottega Veneta</b> colour blocking pink and gold pear mousse and clementine cremeux coat with matching macaroon button</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Dolce & Gabbana</b> signature gold starred chocolate éclair dress filled with hazelnut cream</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Stella McCartney</b> must-have polka dot sponge cake dress</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Burberry Prorsum</b> stylish black and white double breasted chocolate biscuit coat with snow white vanilla icing</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Miu Miu</b> winter spice glittery high-heeled shoe biscuit</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Jill Sander</b> pomegranate and grenadine mousse dress topped with colourful chocolate flower pattern</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Lanvin</b> show-stopping cassis bavarois dress with crème de mûre jelly topped with signature folded meringue</li>
<li style="text-align: center;"><b>Sonia Rykiel</b> striped chestnut cream and almond sponge cake dress complete with trendy metallic sparkles</li>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0Bf3Q3FDBVQ/Tt6-icWHgYI/AAAAAAAAGL0/bSvM5HiPqqw/s1600/chanelOB-QW789_lagerf_JV_20111206150406.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0Bf3Q3FDBVQ/Tt6-icWHgYI/AAAAAAAAGL0/bSvM5HiPqqw/s400/chanelOB-QW789_lagerf_JV_20111206150406.jpg" width="266" /></a></div>Karl Lagerfeld took a breathtaking passage to India for his latest Chanel Pre-Fall 2012 Metiers d'Art show, inspired by the effervescence and vibrancy of India. The collection rightly named "From Bombay to Paris" featured some of the most beloved Indian sartorial touches From Nehru collars, sari-like draping, supple white leather boots which mimicked the chudhidar to fabulous dresses painstakingly drenched in Indian-inspired embellishments with a Chanel touch. <br />
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The collection was a glamourous melange between Eastern and Western. Pink tweed met kurtas and immaculately tailored tuxedos jackets topped saris. Let's not forget the models, many of which were of Indian descent who were adorned in headdresses, tikkas and jingling anklets (Kind of sounds like a Bollywood song).<br />
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The Chanel Pre-Fall show was indeed a spectacle, with the runway snaking around a lavish dinner party adorned with crystal chandeliers. Attendees included the usual editors, socialites and special guests including The Princess of Jaipur. The collection will be available come May via Chanel boutiques worldwide. We are counting the days. <b><span style="font-size: xx-small;">-LX</span></b><br />
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</tbody></table>Each dress is accompanied by exclusives such as sketches, illustrations, advertising campaigns, editorials and red carpet as well as event photos which give life and context to each dress. Special events and exhibitions from Valentino’s history are celebrated with photos and video – from the 1968 White Collection to the 2011 White Fairy Tale Love Ball.<br />
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Oh and if that's not enough for you, the application features a media library which catalogues the over 5000 images including dresses, photos, drawings and 95 fashion show videos. <br />
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The e-museum is set to launch on December 5th via http://valentino-garavani-archives.org <b><span style="font-size: xx-small;">-LX</span></b></div>Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08773748170255678439noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-84731586881407062712011-11-15T09:17:00.000-08:002011-11-15T09:17:39.903-08:00Tarun Tahiliani Watch Collection<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qJA4_RzBwDE/TsKcFtb4ytI/AAAAAAAAGE0/0Ehy30ZhYRM/s1600/tt+205679_161379433921939_157298720996677_380861_5094745_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qJA4_RzBwDE/TsKcFtb4ytI/AAAAAAAAGE0/0Ehy30ZhYRM/s640/tt+205679_161379433921939_157298720996677_380861_5094745_n.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Each piece explores traditional Indian craftsmanship and history. The jewelled watches compliment and pair well with a variation of Indian fabrics from beautiful, vibrant bandhini to elegant chikankari.<br />
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The watches are reminiscent of the timepieces worn on the wrists of Nizams of old world India, the contemporary bride looking to complete her look or the individual searching for effortlessy chic timepiece which will be treasured for a lifetime. The beauty and glory of the Indian heritage are tastefully reflected through Tahiliani's watch collection.<br />
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</div>Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08773748170255678439noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-34851520021829332612011-11-10T06:06:00.000-08:002011-11-10T06:06:36.611-08:00Hermes “Winks” At Indian Customers With Limited Edition Saris<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TnOviu8bzkI/TrvaIl4yhOI/AAAAAAAAGEA/xVobvgcP6oE/s1600/hermes+sari+green_2024624a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TnOviu8bzkI/TrvaIl4yhOI/AAAAAAAAGEA/xVobvgcP6oE/s320/hermes+sari+green_2024624a.jpg" width="205" /></a></div>So how does one of the most renowned luxury brands (if not THE most recognized luxury brands in the world) Hermes “wink” at Indian customers? With limited edition Hermes saris, of course!<br />
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Hermes has launched an initiative to create a limited line of silk saris inspired by its famous silk scarves which are worn by some of the most glamourous women in the world. The saris range in price from $6,100 to $8,200 USD.<br />
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Hermes is looking towards the future by investing in India. It might be because India’s fashion market is estimated at over 2 billion dollars and is growing by 20% each year. Also, most Indian women still wear traditional Indian clothing while opting western luxury bands when choosing their shoes, handbags and accessories. Hermes is taking the next step by offering Indian women more than just accessories and rather a one stop shop for an entire outfit.<br />
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The brand launched their second boutique in Mumbai this year where the saris are now available. However, the brand is still unclear on whether this is going to be a long term venture. We’ll keep you posted.<br />
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</tbody></table><b><span style="font-size: large;">L</span></b>adies prepare to burn some plastic because FN (Footwear News) and Saks Fifth Avenue have announced this year's sexiest shoes! The 25 finalists chosen by FN editor's included alluring skyhigh heels from the likes of Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin, Dior, Givenchy, Gucci, Oscar de la Renta, and Stuart Weitzman.<br />
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</tbody></table>Shoe fanatics worldwide voted for their faves online throughout October via the FN (Footwear News) web site. The winning pair of shoes was selected by more than 35,000 votes.<br />
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This year Valentino's sultry lace-embroidered leather peep-toe pumps won the contest followed by Jimmy Choo's Swarovski crystal-encrusted sandals with double ankle straps in second place, Prada's knee-high leather boot with covered platforms coming in at third, and Chrissie Morris's Suede, mesh and stingray peep-toe ankle boots came in at fourth runner up. <br />
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To check out all of the stunning finalists click <a href="http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductArray.jsp?N=306577715">here</a>. </div>Mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08773748170255678439noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-47094664879828781992011-10-18T17:01:00.000-07:002011-10-18T17:04:32.087-07:00Vacheron Constantin Now Open On Madison Avenue<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-etk8rbiFHfw/Tp4S947xU6I/AAAAAAAAF-8/wIHCxl9jcOM/s1600/008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="210" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-etk8rbiFHfw/Tp4S947xU6I/AAAAAAAAF-8/wIHCxl9jcOM/s320/008.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-to7QjcHJlSE/Tp4S6W1U5AI/AAAAAAAAF-M/FKFcwsq6CZM/s1600/001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-to7QjcHJlSE/Tp4S6W1U5AI/AAAAAAAAF-M/FKFcwsq6CZM/s320/001.jpg" width="258" /></a></div>Every serious watch collector knows that no collection is complete without a timepiece from Vacheron Constantin. The iconic Swiss manufacturer of prestige watches (in the same league with likes of Jaeger-LeCoultre and Audemars Piguet) opened a lavish boutique last week on Madison Avenue, 180 years after Jean-Barthélémy Vacheron wrote a letter expressing his great desire to expand to the U.S.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Now New Yorkers can experience the rich history of Vacheron Constastin through the breathtaking boutique that offers shoppers a private world-class shopping experience. The boutique is reticent of a contemporary Paris parlor complete with modern luxe details.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">It's the 28th boutique for the brand with locations worldwide in Dubai, Moscow and its birthplace Geneva. Legendary historical figures from Napoleon Bonaparte to the Duke of Windsor have donned Vacheron and the tradition of immaculate craftsmanship lives on for a new generation of watch fanatics through the Madison Avenue boutique, the first Vacheron Constantin boutique in America.<br />
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</div>From the outside these dresses look like any other frock you would pass by at a high-end department store but little do you know that these dresses are made from something you can find in your fridge, milk!<br />
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The organic milk fiber is the first manmade fiber that is created entirely without chemicals. It is derived from the milk protein casein extracted from sour milk. The fabric is extremely green, antibacterial and can be created in less than an hour without using pesticides and chemicals.<br />
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Domaske claims the fabric has a lovely silky feel, is much cheaper than silk (no more anxiety over ruining a pure silk dress) and since it is made from protein it us extremely easy to care for, you can jus throw it into the washer. <br />
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</div>According to the designer QMilch fabric is environmentally friendly but also has a plethora of health benefits. The amino acids in the milk protein are proven to be antibacterial, anti ageing and can help regulate body temperature and circulation.<br />
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<i>For more information visit http://www.mademoisellechichi.com</i><br />
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Louboutin-clad fashionistas are getting around town in style to the shows all the way from Milk Studios to Lincoln Center and they’re not riding in glitzy town cars or even yellow cabs. They're beating traffic on designer bicycles by the Fashion Center which has recruited the hottest<span> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span">N.Y. fashion designers including Prabal Gurang, Isaac Mizrahi, Diane Von Furstenberg, Betsey Johnson and more to deck out and put their own spin on a fleet of 30 bikes for "Tour de Fashion" a bike sharing program in New York City from September 8-15.</span></span></div><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-enieV5_Psvg/TmmdqNrFuHI/AAAAAAAAAak/wytngj1xe10/s320/2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650220556063455346" style="float: right; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" >“During Fashion Week, all eyes are on New York City, and there is no more appropriate occasion to highlight the wealth of talent and history we have right here in this neighborhood," said Barbara Randall, president of the Fashion Center BID. “Tour de Fashion is a spectacular and innovative celebration of the Fashion District as the home of American fashion.”</span></p><div><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span">The bikes are free of charge and open to the public (with a security deposit of either a </span><span class="Apple-style-span">valid credit card or driver's license) to borrow for an hour. They're available at staffed plazas<span> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span">at tented bike stations located on the Broadway Plazas at 40th Street. Each bike comes with a map with bike routes along the city and of course all the fashion shows.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" >Those who fall in love with their bicycle can even buy it post-fashion week via the auction at theend of the event to benefit the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s {FASHION INCUBATOR}.</span></p><div> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" >We're taking dibs on the glamorous two-wheeler by Bibhu Mohapatra. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" >For More information visit http://tourdefashion.com</span></p><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uK3cISi9omg/TmmdHmPn55I/AAAAAAAAAaU/5OsxwL5lr2Y/s320/3.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650219961363720082" style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 306px; " /><div></div> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><span class="Apple-style-span" > </span></o:p></p></div><div><br /></div></div>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-46919873544818778132011-09-05T06:08:00.000-07:002011-09-05T06:16:20.876-07:00Luxemi<span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DIN8obagZ4Q/TmTLYASxscI/AAAAAAAAAaM/PIFPwuLf8u8/s1600/b3.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DIN8obagZ4Q/TmTLYASxscI/AAAAAAAAAaM/PIFPwuLf8u8/s320/b3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5648863445885497794" border="0" /></a><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;font-family:";font-size:100%;" >Luxemi: Luxury Indian Designer’s Now Only A Click Away</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >You adore</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" > the digital print saris by Satya Paul, swoon over the cool whimsical designs of Sabyasachi and covet the glitz and glam of TarunTahiliani’s latest collection. But alas, you’re in the U.S. where yourwondrousBollywood dreams are such a hassle to bring to life, what to do? Well, luckily for you a new sitecalled Luxemi(the first of its kind) that recently popped up lets you rent or buy the latest dazzling offerings (all scrupulously handpicked) from India’s hottest designers.</span></p><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >Most fashionable In</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >dian women in the U.S. travel to India itself to stock up on the latest Indian fashion every year but now they can save their frequent flier miles for a trip to Paris (Oui!,Oui!) instead because the team at Luxemi does all of the things that drive us nuts (17 hour flights, haggling with store keepers, sifting through thousands of dresses before finding “The One” and lugging it all back) for us and with a smile.</span></p><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >By signing up for a free membership o</span><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >n Luxemi.com, shoppers can gain access to Luxemi’s two collections,<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>“Buy” and “Borrow”.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>They can use Luxemi’s multiple filter options to browse through an eclectic assortment of saris, lehenghas, salwars, mix and match sari blouses and Indian-inspired jewelryby color, occasion, price, style, designer, date and also by collection (buy vs. borrow or both!). </span><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";font-size:100%;" ><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eVFjVWVMQnA/TmTLFpcfjkI/AAAAAAAAAaE/um0PPBAQsOA/s1600/b2.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 162px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eVFjVWVMQnA/TmTLFpcfjkI/AAAAAAAAAaE/um0PPBAQsOA/s320/b2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5648863130514591298" border="0" /></a></span></span></p><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >When borrowing, shopper</span><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";font-size:100%;" >s will select their reservation date, rental period (4 or 10 days) and their size. All sari blouses are adjustable and they also offer a second blouse size for free to ensure the perfect fit! Each dress comes freshly dry cleaned with a prepaid return envelope making your Bollywood transformation a snap!</span></p><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";font-size:100%;" >Luxemi also provides styling suggestions on each product page to complete the perfect look. As an added bonus, all shoppers receive a complimentary “Luxe Pack”, which includes bindis, safety pins and a cute sari bag. </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >So next time you get that invitation for your fri</span><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";font-size:100%;" >end’s big Indian wedding, don’t sweat it because Luxemi has you covered. Literally.</span></p> <p style="font-style: italic;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";font-size:100%;" >Join now: http://www.Luxemi.com</span><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";font-size:100%;" ><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--Hd5Et_gUtA/TmTK1hn9EPI/AAAAAAAAAZ8/X30azMCvxuw/s1600/b1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--Hd5Et_gUtA/TmTK1hn9EPI/AAAAAAAAAZ8/X30azMCvxuw/s320/b1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5648862853537272050" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></p>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-61726348074387537312011-08-15T22:42:00.000-07:002011-08-15T22:49:37.676-07:00ILORI An Optical Fantasia<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V2asMnUP0_4/TkoELudYvnI/AAAAAAAAAZ0/IwC5iOx1nxI/s1600/bulgari%2Bhomepage-new.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 253px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-V2asMnUP0_4/TkoELudYvnI/AAAAAAAAAZ0/IwC5iOx1nxI/s400/bulgari%2Bhomepage-new.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5641326082731327090" border="0" /></a>
<br /><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >A few weeks ago while leaving the Chanel boutique on West Broadway, extremely annoyed because I wasn’t able to find the perfect shades for my trip to Miami, I noticed a small optical boutique across the street called ILORI with the most beautiful sunglasses from the likes of Bulgari, Prada, Dior, you name it adorning the windows. Being a self-proclaimed sunglass connoisseur and a little desperate for the right pair of shades for my trip I just had to take a peek inside. </span> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >ILORI</span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-family:";color:black;" > </span></b><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >is derived from an African word meaning “special treasure”. The boutique is designed to resemble your favorite art gallery filled with exclusive collections and distinctive works showcased in easy-to-view displays. The poignant style consultants are like curators of fashion and can assist you in selecting your eyewear look, whether you’re shopping for eyeglasses, sunglasses or prescription sunglasses with expertise and panache.</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dPhrriRcFHA/TkoECWpZZKI/AAAAAAAAAZs/lp-krlSWb-w/s1600/ILORI%252BSoho%252BInterior%252BPiers.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dPhrriRcFHA/TkoECWpZZKI/AAAAAAAAAZs/lp-krlSWb-w/s320/ILORI%252BSoho%252BInterior%252BPiers.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5641325921720427682" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >From the moment I stepped in the door I was greeted with the outmost hospitality by Duane a handsome </span><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >ILORI</span><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" ><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"></b> sales rep with the most gracious smile who escorted me through the fantasia of sunglasses ranging from the very theatrical to the classically feminine. After asking me a few questions about my likes and dislikes he came back with a silver platter of sunglasses that were perfect for my face-shape (extremely heart-shaped) and my taste level (extremely glamorous).</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >It was wonderful having personalized service and being introduced to eyewear collections from the most coveted designers from around the globe. I ended up choosing a pair of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal">wayfarer</i> style glasses from the latest Chanel glitter collection (which by the way the Chanel boutique didn’t even carry).<b style=""> </b></span><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >ILORI</span><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" ><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"> </b>is sunglass shopping the way it’s meant to be: Personal, exclusive and perfect.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" >Book your ILORI experience today via: </span><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-family:";color:black;" ><a href="http://ilori.com/">http://Ilori.com</a></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.75pt 0in 1.5pt; font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:";color:black;" ><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></span><span style=";font-family:";" >ILORI</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.75pt 0in 1.5pt; font-style: italic;"><span style="Arial","sans-serif"font-family:";" >138 Spring Street
<br />New York, NY 10012-3854
<br />(212) 226-8276</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.75pt 0in 1.5pt; font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:";" >Open Mon-Thu 10am-7:30pm; Fri-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 11am-6pm</span><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-family:";color:black;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1bt9gUxoNkY/TkoD0EXn4WI/AAAAAAAAAZk/DKd_HQv-x5Y/s1600/ilori-s-soho-store-lrg.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 249px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1bt9gUxoNkY/TkoD0EXn4WI/AAAAAAAAAZk/DKd_HQv-x5Y/s320/ilori-s-soho-store-lrg.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5641325676295872866" border="0" /></a></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"> </span></p> Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-87993169358542347532011-08-01T05:53:00.000-07:002011-08-01T06:01:40.052-07:00Ladurée Arrives Stateside<span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xJCrKRuRL7I/TjajVe_71QI/AAAAAAAAAZc/jgHQJ5YM7bc/s1600/2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xJCrKRuRL7I/TjajVe_71QI/AAAAAAAAAZc/jgHQJ5YM7bc/s320/2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635871573194560770" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:";font-size:100%;color:#535353;" >Polish off your berets, slip into a pair of ballet flats and grab your favorite Chanel bag because it’s time to head off to the first outpost of the famed French bakery (and fashion obsession), Ladurée, set to open on August 22nd on 864 Madison Avenue.</span><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >Ladurée brings the finest authentic French macarons presented in the outmost beautiful boxes along with its collection of chocolates, candies, teas, ice-cream macaroons, perfumed candles and fragrances. All of which make delightful gifts and perfect self-indulgences.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >The Madison Avenue Location of Ladurée is decked out in the style of a private French home, offering customers a warm and welcoming yet glamourous atmosphere where the scent of pure sweetness and the most delectable confections can be purchased as well as enjoyed. <span style=";font-size:100%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8QeOqLFN7E4/TjaipaI9djI/AAAAAAAAAY8/fEv6RcgrrTE/s1600/3.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8QeOqLFN7E4/TjaipaI9djI/AAAAAAAAAY8/fEv6RcgrrTE/s320/3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635870815975994930" border="0" /></a></span></span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >The boutique is broken up into two distinct areas. One room is for sales and decorated with neoclassical touches such as paintings, Barbedienne lamps and plaster medallions featuring cameos. The second room is decorated in refined furniture including antique chairs upholstered in 19th century fabrics and is reserved for conversation and order taking. </span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" >According to David Holder, the chairman of Ladurée who purchased the brand in 1993, Ladurée will open an adjacent tearoom where patrons can indulge in the full range of Ladurée products.</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >Ladurée opened its doors in 1862, as a little bakery which was named after it's owner on 16 rue Royale. It was Pierre Desfontaines, the cousin of Louis Ernest Lad</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Upc1mN6J9DA/TjajEQQUC8I/AAAAAAAAAZM/bcKHnMuv4o0/s1600/1.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 133px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Upc1mN6J9DA/TjajEQQUC8I/AAAAAAAAAZM/bcKHnMuv4o0/s200/1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635871277178948546" border="0" /></a></span><span style=";font-size:100%;" >urée, who, in the mid 20th century, had the idea to stick macaron pieces together, and inject them with different flavors. "This small and pastry that is crunchy from the outside and melting from the inside, is prepared with extreme delicacy. Almonds, eggs, sugar, and a pinch of a unique know-how are necessary for their cooking, ensuring that every macaron reaches the delicate balance between flavors and textures," says a Ladurée spokesperson. </span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" >Every season, Ladurée creates a new flavor, in honor of<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Defontaines. More than a century later the fabulously French bakery will keep to this heritage and alive for millions of chic customers excited and anxious for the stateside launch. </span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" >Ladurée New York/ 864 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10021</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;"><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" >Monday to Friday 9 AM – 6 PM /Saturday 9.30 AM – 6 PM / Closed on Sunday</span></p><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"> </div><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);font-family:arial;" class="MsoNormal"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >Tentative Opening: August 22 2011</span><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" ><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" ><span style="Arial","sans-serif";font-size:100%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xzb4zrZrRLs/TjaizzNGdqI/AAAAAAAAAZE/-pPCMwQZz_I/s1600/4.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xzb4zrZrRLs/TjaizzNGdqI/AAAAAAAAAZE/-pPCMwQZz_I/s320/4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5635870994502940322" border="0" /></a></span></span></span></p>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-92183607447140216712011-07-25T05:38:00.000-07:002011-07-25T05:43:00.285-07:00Sole Searching With Christian Louboutin<div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uG1J3HWWftI/Ti1kQg3ofyI/AAAAAAAAAYk/vaL6Jeism-4/s1600/2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 152px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uG1J3HWWftI/Ti1kQg3ofyI/AAAAAAAAAYk/vaL6Jeism-4/s200/2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5633268943774318370" border="0" /></a>Every woman who has donned a sexy pair of Louboutin heels and every man who has admired her choice of footwear knows of the strong seductive power and passion a pair of red bottoms can induce. Christian Louboutin, the man who redefined shoes and transformed them into a symbol of glamour, status and eroticism has teamed up with publishing house Rizzoli to capture the world of Louboutin into a hardcover book, Christian Louboutin, which will be released this October.<br /><br />The extravagant volume that is just as heavenly as one of Louboutin’s creations, features a five piece fold-out cover, binding made out of faux pink leather, a magical interior pop-up and gilded pages. Five chapters —A Life; The Shoes; Fetish; The Places; and Twenty Years—chronicle the designer’s background, inspirations and fantasies through direct narrative from the designer, candid images as well as vivid still life photos of Louboutin’s most iconic heels by famed photographers David Lynch and Philippe Garcia.<br /><br />The reader gets a chance to learn the history and manifestation through anecdotes<br />on selected styles. From the classic Pigalle shoe from the Fall/Winter 2004<br />collection which was inspired by the arch of a dancers foot to the Maralena shoes<br />via the Fall/Winter 2010 collection, a transparent peep toe pump encrusted with<br />blue glitter and Swarovski crystals which was inspired by the transparent showgirl<br />costumes of Marlene Dietrich there is a story behind each coveted red lacquered<br />heel and it is a delight to uncover each tale.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gtnNCQuzzf8/Ti1kqpg0k2I/AAAAAAAAAYs/s8CX6T5pzFE/s1600/3.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 233px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gtnNCQuzzf8/Ti1kqpg0k2I/AAAAAAAAAYs/s8CX6T5pzFE/s400/3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5633269392771158882" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--UxJ_g5A_3Q/Ti1kG3F-8jI/AAAAAAAAAYc/WoktuYmVUQw/s1600/1.jpg"><br /></a><br />The pages are filled with candid photos of the designer, his shoes, the factory just<br />outside of Milan and photos of iconic women including Dita Von Teese and Diane<br />Von Furstenberg, posing next to the shoes that were created in their honor and<br />likeness.<br /><br />The last chapter concludes the volume with a catalogue of 20 years of Christian<br />Louboutin's collections. This book is a must have in your fashion library, a great gift<br />for a shoe lover and a great way to indulge in your in your shoe fetish.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--UxJ_g5A_3Q/Ti1kG3F-8jI/AAAAAAAAAYc/WoktuYmVUQw/s1600/1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--UxJ_g5A_3Q/Ti1kG3F-8jI/AAAAAAAAAYc/WoktuYmVUQw/s320/1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5633268777941398066" border="0" /></a></div>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-31835888828215307822011-07-20T00:31:00.000-07:002011-07-21T05:04:42.430-07:00Savage Beauty<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ao6u8tsjsb4/TiaE5qblxVI/AAAAAAAAAYE/dWuQaK-lZGA/s1600/2.jpg"><img 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A little more than a year later, the Metropolitan Museum of Art located in New York City is resurrecting the heart and soul of McQueen through a dramatic and spectacular exhibit, ”Savage Beauty” which captures the unparalleled world of McQueen. <p class="MsoNormal">The exclusive exhibition which will run through August 7th is curated by Andrew Bolton of The Costume Institute who expresses that "the title 'Savage Beauty" very much epitomizes the contrasting opposites in McQueen's work. Polarized opposites, whether it's to do with life or death, lightness or darkness, predator/prey, man/machine."<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cnet8Q44uXQ/TiaE5tCjKEI/AAAAAAAAAYM/gxiziGW-nSo/s1600/3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 186px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cnet8Q44uXQ/TiaE5tCjKEI/AAAAAAAAAYM/gxiziGW-nSo/s320/3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631334510951082050" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The chilling exhibit is broken up into six galleries each with its own theme inspired by the different reoccurring themes McQueen explored throughout his career in fashion from his deep interest in fine arts to exotic inspiration from India and Japan. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The exhibition begins with the "Romantic Gothic" gallery that was designed to reflect the raw concrete decor of McQueen's first Atelier in Hoxton Square, where McQueen established his house and ends with the Plato's Atlantis gallery which features the last collection McQueen designed before his death in February 2010.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oXLHUn5_3Yk/TiaE5TKqhQI/AAAAAAAAAX8/HOK4-VHvE60/s1600/1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oXLHUn5_3Yk/TiaE5TKqhQI/AAAAAAAAAX8/HOK4-VHvE60/s320/1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631334504005797122" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">McQueen's sartorial expertise and dark poetic mind is captured not only through his one-of-a-kind fashions but through haunting suspended videos, two-way mirrors, low-lighting and rotating mannequins and quotes from the designer himself. One feels as though they have stepped into the world of McQueen where viewers are able to not only explore the thought processes and ideas behind McQueen's creations but also do introspective on their own sartorial inspirations.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">For those of you who cannot make it to the groundbreaking exhibit can experience it through this exclusive video produced by The Met. (http://blog.metmuseum.org/alexandermcqueen/about/)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CTONWfe8rfg/TiaE56sdMPI/AAAAAAAAAYU/9o1Rc-MJ78I/s1600/4.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 218px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CTONWfe8rfg/TiaE56sdMPI/AAAAAAAAAYU/9o1Rc-MJ78I/s320/4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631334514616512754" border="0" /></a></p>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-3987108985054740992011-07-10T23:18:00.000-07:002011-07-10T23:48:05.531-07:00ELIE SAAB Le Parfum<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VgOxfSZcWe0/ThqbaDgw1lI/AAAAAAAAAX0/u21aSoqD6fU/s1600/eli%2Bsaab%2B50708-hi-Elie_Saab.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 58px; height: 88px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VgOxfSZcWe0/ThqbaDgw1lI/AAAAAAAAAX0/u21aSoqD6fU/s200/eli%2Bsaab%2B50708-hi-Elie_Saab.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627981556274484818" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;">The visionary Lebanese couturier Elie Saab has decided to put the splendor<br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;">and femininity of his stunning gowns into a bottle. ELIE SAAB Le Parfum,<br />is the designer's first foray into fragrances, created in partnership with Beauté<br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Prestige International, the Paris-based subsidiary of Shiseido Co. Ltd.<br /><br />Born in Beirut in 1964 to a family with absolutely no connections in the<br />fashion industry, Saab dreamt of escaping to fantastical faraway lands. He<br />was barely nine-years-old when he created his first dress for his younger<br />sister. At 18, the prodigious designer opened his own couture house which<br />employed more than a dozen seamstresses. Following his first Beirut fashion<br />show, the country's "golden boy" won over affluent Middle Eastern clientele<br />ranging from socialites to royalty who became his faithful followers. Today,<br />his eminence in fashion spreads from Beirut to Los Angeles via Paris’s<br />Golden Triangle where he is now based. He invites all women who dream of<br />wearing an Elie Saab creation to discover ELIE SAAB Le Parfum.<span style="font-size:100%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L9JRjA9lA9w/Thqa8haHCCI/AAAAAAAAAXs/xjnyO_DhHgQ/s1600/eli%2Bsaab%2B50708-hi-Parfum.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 371px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L9JRjA9lA9w/Thqa8haHCCI/AAAAAAAAAXs/xjnyO_DhHgQ/s400/eli%2Bsaab%2B50708-hi-Parfum.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627981048903567394" border="0" /></a></span>Created by world-renowned perfumer Francis Kurkdjian, ELIE SAAB<br />Le Parfum is based on a floral, solar, woody theme. Known for his deep<br />interest in design and architecture, Saab conceptualized a glass bottle with a<br />simple yet elegant shape that played on light, brilliance, and transparency. “I<br />wanted something simple. Straight lines, the rigor of a cube, and the<br />sensation of an object made to be held in the hand, but with the density<br />of beautiful objects.” says Saab. “And as always, light as the overarching<br />theme. For me, light is eternal strength.”<br /><br />The collection will be available this September at fine department stores<br />worldwide.</span>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-84047694829690376252011-05-09T04:19:00.000-07:002011-05-09T04:33:22.465-07:00Cantamessa Fifth Avenue Boutique Launch<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-v1RxjgJchQg/TcfQxhbu6RI/AAAAAAAAAXg/qwCMcFNByTc/s1600/Cantamessa.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 343px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-v1RxjgJchQg/TcfQxhbu6RI/AAAAAAAAAXg/qwCMcFNByTc/s400/Cantamessa.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604677810492729618" border="0" /></a><br /><p style="font-family: arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >Last Thursday, Cantamessa, the internationally renowned Italian high–end jewelry line with over 70 years of history hosted a lavish soiree to commemorate the opening of their Fifth Avenue Boutique in New York City. </span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >The event was attended by the likes of, supermodel Irina Shayk, actress Susan Sarandon, model Carol Alt, Miss USA Rima Fakih, music mogul Damon Dash, Miss Universe 2002 Oksana Fedorova, New England Patriot’s safety Brett Lockett, celebrity hairdresser Frédéric Fekkai, restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow, among other distinguished guests.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >The swank party took place at the Manhattan Motorcars Showroom in NYC and was sponsored by top luxury brand including Bentley, Lamborghini and Christie's auction house.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >Irina Shayk, Susan Sarandon and Carol Alt were decked out in over $5 million dollars of jewelry and in over 6,000 diamonds. They showed off the latest Cantamessa designs to the crowd as they walked the showroom’s floor and posed for photos.</span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >The brand already has a very strong foothold in Europe, Asia and Russia. The new boutique on Fifth Avenue will be the brand’s first venture in to the States. </span></p> <p style="font-family: arial;"><span style=";font-size:100%;" >Cantamessa features designs for both men and women. The company boasts over 100 elaborate, proprietary designs that are inspired by flora and fauna. The jewelry collections include necklaces, earrings, brooches, rings and bracelets; each piece is customizable with an array of precious stones set in gold or platinum.</span></p>Lx-Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003886930843308768noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-40982571846275625952010-12-08T23:12:00.000-08:002010-12-09T22:35:52.037-08:00Lord Of The ‘Rings’<span style="font-size:130%;"><a style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TQCCSWfy1JI/AAAAAAAAABY/qaSJJR-ejjA/s1600/Audi%2BA6%2B2011%2B2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TQCCSWfy1JI/AAAAAAAAABY/qaSJJR-ejjA/s320/Audi%2BA6%2B2011%2B2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5548577992708641938" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(192, 192, 192);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:times new roman;" >Audi has decided to up the ante and give its rivals a kick up the backside with launch of the new Audi A6! Set to make it’s debut in early 2011, the new A6 will definitely be an extremely smoochy sedan sporting a light body, agile chassis and packed with a wide array of new assistance and multimedia systems. The A6 will be a few millimeters shorter and lower than its previous model so you can expect an overall road-hugging sporty feel. Apart from this, the optional S line exterior package gives the car an even sportier look, with more prominently featured bumpers, grills on the air intakes, and diffuser insert. </span> <span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:times new roman;" >Audi is launching the A6 with a choice of powerful, sophisticated, and highly efficient four- and six-cylinder powerplants: two gasoline engines and three TDI units.The most powerful gasoline engine in the A6 family is the 3.0 TFSI V6 engine that produces 300hp at 310 pound-feet of torque and covers 0 to 60 in just 5.9 seconds with a top speed of 130 mph. Besides, it’s interiors get top notch luxury treatment with wood decorative inlays in the dash, center console and door panels, power-adjustable heated leather seats and a Bose Sound System with 13 high-performance speakers placed throughout to create a dynamic stereo experience.The base price for the 3.2FSI engine is $ 45, 200*. Perhaps, this is Audi’s way of kicking the butt! </span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-30094418923829165112010-12-01T22:35:00.000-08:002010-12-01T23:37:45.097-08:00Wish You Were Here!<span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TPdCUXBDXlI/AAAAAAAAABA/kn_AGnlJYXI/s1600/Zillertaller%2BHohenstrasse%25282%2529.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 159px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TPdCUXBDXlI/AAAAAAAAABA/kn_AGnlJYXI/s320/Zillertaller%2BHohenstrasse%25282%2529.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545974383673302610" border="0" /></a><br /></span><span style=";font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;" >Recently, a friend of mine busted his new Ferrari California while driving on the chock-a-block bandra roads. And all he got was a broken suspension and a bruised ego! But in Zillertaller Hohenstrasse, Austria the story plays out differently! Here you can wring the throttle to the hilt without breaking a suspension or rattling your guts. The interesting bit is that you can rent luxury cars like the Ferrari California, Maserati GranCabrio, Merc SLS AMG and a variety of Porsches and drive your way through the twisty Alps. The company that offers such power-packed holidays is Elite Rent and they source out not only roads but also customised driving itineraries. In short, you get to choose your kind of car as well as the roads you wish to drive your dream car on.<br /><br />This part of the stretch is about 40 km long and situated high up in the Austrian Alps in the Tyrol region. It starts at Ried im Zillertal, which is approximately around 50km east of Innsbruck. In fact, Hohenstrasse has long straight stretches coupled with some twists and turns to keep you dialing in a few steering corrections from time to time. This road is really not about cutting corners because just after a brief lull, there are other corners where you'd like to unleash some serious horsepower of the thoroughbred V8 of either the Ferrari, Maserati or Porsche. There's a particular section in Hohenstrasse which is quite similar to the road from Manali to Leh. But unlike the Manali-Leh road, most of the hairpin bends have good visibility so you know well in advance what's coming up from the other side. Frankly, this is the part where you have all the fun with late braking and hitting the gas pedal hard while exiting corners. But hey, try not aping Michael Schumacher at all times as even a Maserati or a Lamborghini can wiggle its rear owing to the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) working overtime! You might even come across the odd trucker. But barring these sporadic occurrences, you'll definitely get hell loads of adrenaline rush with icy wind blowing straight off the snow-capped peaks. </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-74786479701077813342010-11-28T22:24:00.000-08:002010-11-29T01:25:18.450-08:00Le'Xa on old Vs view<span style="font-size:130%;"><a style="font-family: times new roman;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TPNIApMhPeI/AAAAAAAAAA4/Iz3q1Q4kgpo/s1600/Drawing-Fashion-at-the-DesignMuseum-Francois-Berthoud-Loves-me-Loves-me-Not-Myla-UK-2001.png"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 261px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TPNIApMhPeI/AAAAAAAAAA4/Iz3q1Q4kgpo/s320/Drawing-Fashion-at-the-DesignMuseum-Francois-Berthoud-Loves-me-Loves-me-Not-Myla-UK-2001.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544854742118776290" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></span><span style=";font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;" >Poets, artists and single girls have a love-hate relationship with these winter months. Yes, it's that time of the year again! Winters have got the cortege of Sunday brunches, romantic operas, art shows and mid-life insecurities and all call for the best. The art scene is truly glistening almost everywhere in the world including here in New Delhi. But London caught my eye this season with its Drawing Fashion exhibits at the Design Museum London. Showcasing fashion illustrations by the likes of Coco Chanel, Alexander Mcqueen and Christian Lacroix, the collection, has turned London into fashion lover's Medina (Paris is still the Mecca!). Joelle Chariueu an illustrator himself took over 30 years to put this collection together, which has become a sort of historical testament to the beauties that walked the ramp. It is on till next year March, so do try and catch it when you are in London next time. Closer home, New Delhi, at Exhibit 320 an independent art gallery, hosted something rather contemporary and equally fun called Feminine Recitals. Six female artists through their works voice various global issues; this is feminism with a twist, where the artist is not merely concerned with the rights and wrongs of feminist ideologies, but paints a bigger picture around it. Using the stream-of-consciousness technique, the artists voice these concerns through simple acts of cooking and cutting vegetables, through the Hindu rite of ‘Kanyadan’, etc. That’s not all; The Museum of Modern Art New York is also displaying the works of five Indian artists alongside the works of Picasso, Hessee etc. Titled On Line the exhibition traces the evolution of drawing from being just lines on paper to the huge mix-media medium that it is has become today. Rajani Shettar caught my attention, in particular with her eccentric installations made from bees-wax and lights! Another Indian-born artist Alia Syed dealt with issues of identity through her documentaries – one was about a dancer called Priya. Expression of the dancers stunning moves in colour tones was simply mesmerizing. I also came across a few works by the late Pakistan-born artist Nasreen Mohamedi. Known for her minimalist abstract drawings inspired by ideas of modernity and geometry of Islamic architecture, her work spiritual. Looking forward to the ever expanding canvas of the modern artist. After engulfing time, space and motion wonder what will it take on next.<br /></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7102913087188059820.post-53245473480425787372010-09-15T22:17:00.000-07:002010-09-16T03:23:13.570-07:00Le'Xa relishing NY Fashion Week<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5II6SV9Hrus/TJHv_oVwlEI/AAAAAAAAAW8/-iUPc3kW73A/s1600/luca-luca-hair-ss2011.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 360px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_5II6SV9Hrus/TJHv_oVwlEI/AAAAAAAAAW8/-iUPc3kW73A/s400/luca-luca-hair-ss2011.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517454894945047618" border="0" /></a><br /><a style="font-family: times new roman;" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TJGrGgN2loI/AAAAAAAAAAw/IjIMDoctj4o/s1600/Opening%2BParty%2BCHANEL%2BMobile%2BArt%2BArrivals%2B7F_QxkdeuMIl.jpg"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 203px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_6ZLe8pA3MoQ/TJGrGgN2loI/AAAAAAAAAAw/IjIMDoctj4o/s320/Opening%2BParty%2BCHANEL%2BMobile%2BArt%2BArrivals%2B7F_QxkdeuMIl.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5517379146721171074" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-family:times new roman;">If Lady Gaga's meat stunt wasn't enough here's more for carnivores like us. And with 2 Grammies, 13 MTV Video Award Nominations 8 wins, she seems to get away with murderous fashion. Now she joins the elite club of Celine Dion, JLo, Gwen Stefani, and others by launching her fragrance with Coty Inc. Quite curious but must wait to smell it next Spring when it hits the stores. </span> <span style="font-family:times new roman;">Looking back in '95, there were just 10 Asian sounding names; now there are easily more than 30 designers of Asian Origin at the NY Fashion Week. Dad would've loved this…Asian- American week of fun. Capturing the Kill-Bill armor like fantasy Vera Wang gave us some Obi belts and interesting quilted mini-vests. Great layering ideas for workwear... Halston Heritage went scarlet with its absolutely ravishing President. The NY Sex Idol Sarah Jessica Parker, laughed around in a scarlet jersey dress. The line up so far had fresh and familiar sounding names...Elie Tahari had a laid back take on the 70s Retro sporty America. Loved the use of completely different natural fabrics…Denims with Paisely print silks.The studio Front Row dazzled for Luca Luca's show, with Beth Ostrsky, Debra Cox and the other Knowles (Solange). Greek Chignon's caught my eye!…the delicate ultra feminine fine silk and hair can be excellent for a special daywear look. Its like, you can't love animals and Dennis at the same time. Known for crazy fur ideas, Dennis Brasso played interesting looks with his Venus de Milo inspiration. Couldn't stop myself from asking for more. My hot pick, would still be the next big Holiday thing definitely, the 'weave' peek-a-boo Rosa Cha Swimwear in a Good morning colour pallet. To sum up, I'd quote the daddy of Fashion himself Lagerfeld who said, "You cant look to the past." People yet again bowed down to him at the Chanel Soho re-opening party…</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0