, destined for resort 2009, evokes a luxury trip down the Nile alongside Cleopatra. Antique Egyptian style is the main inspiration with golden embroideries adorning stunning gowns and dresses, all skillfully pleated and draped. The color palette is kept simple (ivory, blush and black) to let the embellishments shine.
Vintage and Asian influenced elegant eveningwear define
Marchesa style
that combines high fashion with an eclectic aesthetic. The label, co-founded by
Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig
, was named after company's muse Marchesa Luisa Casati, a well-known eccentric European style icon.
The two designers met at
Chelsea College of Art and Design in London
and established the Marchesa label in 2004, by pairing their expertise in draping, design, print and embroidery.
The
Marchesa collections
(based in London and New York) are currently available in Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores in the United States, Selfridges in London, and special boutiques around the world.
Hi folks! It's good to be back. I hope you had a happy holiday. I spent mine abroad and wandered a couple of days around Vienna. It is such a wonderful city with a lot of places worth visiting. I only wish I had more time to spend there.
While in Vienna I did a little window shopping among other 'special agent' Stylish Girl duties. I'm really interested how fashion retailers can capture the brand essence; I mean the store's window plays a big part in the whole marketing strategy. I now...
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Ultra-lightweight and breathable, the Nike Roshe Run Women's Shoe features a full mesh upper and EVA foam outsole. The shoe is intended to be versatile, worn with or without socks, dressed up or down, for walking or just taking it easy....
Vans has defined the footwear street style of southern California for many years. J.Crew and Vans partnered to recreate the famous lace-up sneaker. Sneakers are washed for a vintage look.
Vans was founded by Paul Van Doren in 1966. [via jcrew.com...
Weave a tale of whimsical wonder. This cheerfully fun necklace adds a real magical touch to any outfit. Enamel-coated link chains with resin and gold-plated charms.
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Om Pendant from the Yoga Collection. "Aum" or Om, is assumed to be the basic sound of the world. When chanted, it resonates all through the body, and penetrates to the center of your soul.
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Top fashion model Sasha Luss stars in the “Out Of Office” fashion editorial taken for the December 2014 issue of Vogue China by German fashion photographer Katja Rahlwes.
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There are many things super/extra/mega chic these days. But nothing compares to a nice purple acoustic guitar, especially for girls. It doesn't matter you don't know how to play the guitar, I bet you'll learn in no time, when you'll see these jewel from...
