Nothing is more iconic than Audrey Hepburn stepping out of a golden New York taxi cab, before the hustle and bustle of the city. Arrayed in her long black evening gown with matching opera length gloves, dark shades and her strings of diamonds and pearls, walking up to the Tiffany & Company’s window display with a coffee and Danish in hand. While Reem Acra’s inspiration was the company’s magnificent jewelry, namely the Tiffany diamond, you get the sense that she was channeling Audrey’s black Hubert de Givenchy dress from the opening scene with her choice of creating some classic…
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Galia Lahav pays homage to the Victorian Era in her new Spring 2018 Couture Wedding Dress collection dubbed, ‘Victorian Affinity’. In this collection she has designed high collars, leg of mutton detachable sheer sleeves, embellished corsets, ornate belts used to highlight the waist, and voluminous skirts that give the look of layers of petticoats. All of these details give a nod to the Victorian Era but with a modern delicate touch. During the Victorian Era, it was dominated by the use of corsets along with shifts, layers of petticoats, and other undergarments. All worn under respectable women’s clothing. One Parisian…
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If you want a dress that will ensure that all eyes are on you for your big day then anything from Monique Lhuillier’s sultry Fall 2017 line will do the trick. The gaze that matter most to you is your soon-to-be husband’s and once he catches a glimpse of you walking down the aisle he will not be able to keep his eyes off of you. And, once all of the guests have said their goodbyes, he will not be able to keep his hands off of you either. This collection hints of the boudoir by softly whispering of the…
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For the fall collection from the brilliant mind of Ines Di Santo, imagine walking along Monmouth Street in London. You come upon such an alluring aroma that you must investigate further and you find yourself popping into a French patisserie. This is where Ines drew her inspiration, from different types of delectable confections, macarons to madeleines. Each uniquely delicate yet sensual, some are simple and charming, while others are bold and daring. You will find gowns that hint at the sweetness within, and ones that bloom to showcase every petal. Here she has let us display some of her finest…
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Bulgarian fashion designer Denitza Skorcheva has created a sensual palette for Fall/Winter 2017. Working with fashion houses such as Nine West to Diane von Furstenberg and Carolina Herrera, her goal has always remained the same, to ensure her client is draped in the luxury of comfort. We had the opportunity to meet with Skorcheva and explore the collection personally, where the finest silk charmeuse and Chantilly lace played against supple velvets and alpaca fleece in shades of deep jade. The catalyst of the entire collection is a perspective that each piece will become the favorite of your wardrobe, something you…
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World renown Chinese-born designer Lan Yu’s namesake brand LANYU charmed the New York Fashion Week crowds once again with her runway debut of the Fall/Winter 2017 collection. The beautiful, feminine creations were inspired by her mother’s hometown of Suzhou. The city’s architecture, natural beauty and serene canals were the source of her vision for the 40 looks presented. The color palette based on her childhood memories sashayed across the catwalk in shades of mint and jade, powder pinks and sky tones. Dressing a delicate silhouette the collection features oversized coats and fabulous statement trousers along with elegant dresses in LANYU’s trademark…