, 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.
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Oversized round resin frame sunglasses from Karen Walker. Features metal arms dipped in resin, metal nose rest, signature arrow detail on the arms and retro styling.
Every fashion girl needs a pair of fail-safe party pumps and Brian Atwood's quilted patent-leather style tick all the right boxes. Wear them with your favorite cocktail dress and a statement necklace for instant glamor.
Burberry Alligator leather bag is decorated with armour inspired metallic studs, which create a geometric design edged with delicate tonal topstitching. Burberry bag strap with twisted branded brass buckle at the front. One rolled leather...
Tiered pleats shape a python-embossed leather hobo fronted with zip and buckled-flap pockets. A removable and adjustable shoulder strap is included, providing a convenient carrying option.
Add a relaxed sense of style to any day with this chic shirt. Women's top features twist front and plunging neckline with underlying camisole. Feminine shirt is a classy addition to any chic wardrobe.
Acne Jeans is a Swedish denim company and part of the Stockholm-based design firm Acne. Started in 1997 when the company designed 100 pairs of jeans distributed to friends, family and clients-- it has now expanded to fit your entire wardrobe desires.
