Misha Wallpaper recently showcased their new collection of hand painted wallpaper, called Tour des Voyages during the Maison & Objet International Fair. Their incredible attention to detail, artistic talent, and an eye for setting the scene create an intoxicating atmosphere where the provocative seeds of wanderlust are sure to take place as they turn empty walls into the magical pages of a story book, inspired by the greatest explorers in history, Marco Polo and Matteo Ricci. They also showcased The Spice Route, which travels the path of the Portuguese from Latin America to South Africa and onward to India and Indonesia. The design,…
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Demisch Danant opens the year with a view to explore more than the visual aspect of art and goes deeper into the meaning and importance of each unique piece. 2018 is the year of ‘Narratives’, an exploration of the stories behind the art and why they have been chosen. Whether the work is a turning point for the designer’s career, represents new innovation in technology and material – or is just a beautiful object, there is a singular begging to be told. Narratives 1. a spoken or written account of connected events; a story. 2. the practice or art…
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You’ve seen the ads, all romantic and covered in lace. You’ve seen a gorgeous gown in person at a friend’s wedding, dripping crystals and delicate bead work that shimmered in the candle light at the evening ceremony. And, yes, you’ve even taken a look for yourself at the boutique, trying to decide between ivory or a soft blush tone for your own big day. Maybe it was the Signature Collection with the couture detailing, or maybe it was the Lillian West Collection with it’s free spirited Bohemian nature that spoke to you instead. Either way, there is one man who…
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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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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…
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The incredible fashion design Jenny Packham, most notably known for her bridal and Oscar Awards gowns, has a stunning and luxurious Spring and Summer collection.
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TATCHA Founder and CEO, Victoria Tsai, emphasizes the importance of the ingredients used on the skin, and formalized the product line to be simple and efficient