S/S 2010 Campaign: Longchamp

Longchamp spring/summer 2010 campaign feature the one and only SASHA PIVOVAROVA (who just turned 25 on the 21st)

I’ll be the first to admit that the styling in these ads are not exactly eye candy, but they are definitely interesting. Gotta give Sasha a hand for being such a chameleon. How can you not love her?

Also, be sure to check out this “making of” video for the campaign!

Prada Spring/Summer 2010 Fantasy Lookbook

Photos courtesy of Prada. Click to view larger.

Every season Prada comes up with a lookbook, which is just a graphic wonderland. This season they decided to call it the “Fantasy Lookbook”. It’s really amazing!

S/S 2010 Campaign: Prada (Part 2)

Seriously… BEST SPRING SUMMER CAMPAIGN! I must admit, I was doubtful of Rasa… but she’s workin’ it!

I LOVE it! Do you?

Wishlist: Part 2: Simple Chic

BALENCIAGA | Black Trolley Bag

What better way for me to travel around the world than with this trolley bag? It’s so alluring, I could almost eat it.

£1,535 via www.matchesfashion.com

MARC BY MARC JACOBS | Leather Messenger Bag

A classic and simple bag that even looks great for school.

£310 via www.matchesfashion.com

BALENCIAGA | Leather Boot

I’m 100% sure no one can go wrong with this classic Chelsea boot.

£298 via www.matchesfashion.com

LANVIN | Suede Trainer

This pastel cream shoe is perfect for casual wear, with an elegant look. The thick thick sole and brown leather panel really call out to me!

£290 via www.matchesfashion.com

GUCCI | Leather Sandals

I must admit I’m not a big fan of sandals and slippers, but that’s because it is so hard to come across a really good pair, and this is perfect for me.

£275 via www.matchesfashion.com

CHRISTOPHER KANE | Atomic Tee

Christopher Kane always has the most iconic t-shirts, and this is no exception. Who wouldn’t have a blast in this?

£178 via www.matchesfashion.com

COMMONWEALTH UTILITIES | Jersey Wrap

This is super stylish and a little different to the usual boring stuff you see people wearing. I love it!

£178 via www.matchesfashion.com

S/S 2010 Campaign: Prada

Prada spring/summer 2010 campaign featuring Rasa Zukauskaite. Click for HQ.

I’m truly amazed by the simplicity exuded in these, and the clean, sleek and chic appeal they have. Focus was wasted neither on the background nor the model. Instead, this campaign is all about the clothes. Photographed by Steven Meisel, I love how these pictures portray the clothes. They seem to be suspended in motion, flowing on a silky stream of wind, with an ethereal texture. I really can’t wait to see more from Prada!

Ladytron – Seventeen

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Giambattista Valli Pre-Fall 2010

Designer: Giambattista Valli

Models: Jenny Sinkaberg, 

Giambattista Valli may have kept the working woman in mind when designing this collection, but when I see these clothes, I think of a different work. Sheer crepes and silks drape exquisite frocks and skirts, velvet is used as a base for the much loved animal prints and mink (sheared of course!) added elegance to tops. Chanel-like suit pieces and very sexy pencil skirts are suitable for… the working woman! In a dark palette of blacks and browns. greens and greys, a handful of well selected pieces dare to display an alluring maroon. With this collection Giambattista Valli proves that he knows how to please.

Balenciaga Pre-Fall 2010

Photos courtesy of Style.com. Editing by me.

Designer: Nicolas Ghesquière

Models: Kasia Struss, Johanna Kneppers, Mirte Maas, Patricia van der Vliet, Chanel Iman

Colour was a dominant theme this season at Balenciaga. Nicolas Ghesquière’s inspiration was in full force as he fused ordinary ideas (sports and menswear) into this thrilling collection. Fantastic cuts and shapes, dreamy Hawaiian prints and strong structures just scream chic. Keeping the classic Balenciaga look in mind (skirts and curved-back coats), new heights in pre-fall fashion were reached. Speaking of heights, Charlotte Perriand (a french industrial designer) was the inspiration behind this season’s shoes, patchworked together with swatches of leather, metal and wood. Also adding to the leggy look of this collection are the block coloured tights (some partially translucent), in black, yellow, green and red. They will be available at very affordable prices, so be sure to get some!

 

S/S 2010 Campaign: Miu Miu

First of the Miu Miu spring/summer 2010 campaign featuring Lindsey Wixson. Click for full size.

Versace Pre-Fall 2010

Photos courtesy of Versace. Editing by me.

Designer: Donatella Versace

Models: Charlotte di Calypso

Young, confident and sexy – this is what Versace has given us this Pre-Fall season. One of my favourite Pre-Fall collections actually. Japanese Techno was Donatella Versace’s inspiration, visible thought out this vibrant and tantalizingly tight collection. The economic situation has definitely had an impact on the fashion industry, but Donatella seems to be staying true to her designs, unshaken by recession. Traces of tackiness can be sensed, but really, it wouldn’t be Versace without it. 

Edgy coats and leggings worked preposterously well with traditional Japanese designs, that can be found on kimonos and silk paintings. What better way to showcase modern day Tokyo.

 

The zippers, bordered in tomato red, must be in complete shock from the electrifying patterns. A little jolt like this is needed in every collection. These pieces are just begging to be worn on the red carpet.

 

These contemporary pieces are just right for when it’s chilly outside, but not that freezing. With colour coordinated shoes and bags, you’ll be ready to take over the world.

 

Thigh-baring mini dresses, and perfectly matched accessories, fearlessly display the neon lights of Tokyo; blaring orange, electric blue and shocking green.

 

Long sleeves and shiny leggings just add even more chicness to these mini dresses with more traditional Japanese textile designs.

 

Unmistakably Versace, structured bodices and cascading skirts show a little softer, more delicate side to this collection. The piece in the centre is more wearable, fit for any socialite strutting down the streets of Hollywood.

All of the clothes seen here are only for editorial purposes. Actual outfits that will be sold in stores will be tailored in minor ways, for example longer dress lengths, so don’t feel intimidated by these blaring numbers. I wonder when Shakira will pick up one of these? She has been on a Versace roll lately.