, 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.
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I'm not typically into diaries. In fact, it's been ages since I acquired one, preferring to write my appointments in my phone and the planning of the blog on my computer.
But now I think it’s time to motivate me with the new Lorna Jane MNB Diary for...
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Big bunny backpack is crafted from 100% recycled polyester printed with flowers and stars. Adaptable padded straps guarantee a good, relaxed fit. Designed by Stella McCartney for LeSportsac.
Jimmy Choo’s satin sandals are an excellent model, perfect for a chic party. This is the traditional sandal design that Jimmy Choo and other brands habituated us. Perhaps what I liked most is his precious jewels as decoration...
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Saab said: “Pre-collections are becoming increasingly important for the...
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Halloween is coming: we celebrate the night of witches. If you do not know what to wear in that night and do not want to be so classic, here's Miss Sixty comes to your rescue with a exceptional collection of accessories for Halloween.
