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This week sees the famous Chelsea Flower show taking place in London. In honour of the occasion, Vicky Kavanagh examines where the term “Chelsea Girl” came from and it’s lasting appeal. While the London borough on the northern bank of the Thames is the geographical origin of the “Chelsea Girl”, the concept is not one that can be tied to a singular area. We can however, pin point a … [Read more...]
It’s safe to say that J.W. Anderson is something of an enfant terrible in the fashion world. Not yet 30 the Belfast born, London based designer has won huge acclaim in the fashion world for his fresh and quirky designs. He won the 2012 British Fashion Award for Emerging Talent: Ready to Wear and in a huge nod to his abilities he was appointed as the successor to Christopher Kane at Versace’s … [Read more...]
Making The Great Gatsby Magical Catherine Martin is no stranger to creating extraordinary costumes. Being one half of Hollywood’s most creative duo (she’s married to director Baz Lurhmann), she’s previously designed the material storyline of Romeo and Juliet, Moulin Rouge and Australia. Now, as the long-awaited release of The Great Gatsby dawns, it’s surprising to hear that Martin … [Read more...]
In 1994, Diesel Jeans opened the Pelican Hotel in Miami. Very different to the opulent, flashy and often over-the-top designer hotels we’ve featured in this section in the past, the Pelican boasts recycled furniture, recycled oak floors and all-natural toiletries. A truly laid-back hotel, each of the 30 Magnus Ehrlan-designed rooms is completely different from the next. Swedish interior … [Read more...]
Last Monday night, the fashion community came together in New York for the much-hyped Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute to celebrate the latest exhibition Punk: Chaos to Couture. And this morning we bring you exclusive images from inside the exhibition; which opened to the public today. Commenting on the exhibition, curator Andrew Bolton said: “Since its origins, … [Read more...]
There was lots of speculation leading up to Monday night’s Met Gala about how the VIP guests would interpret the event’s punk theme, Punk: Chaos to Couture. Many celebs simply opted for glamorous gowns and attempted to add a bit of a rebel edge with extreme make-up and/or over-the-top hairstyles. A few stars were a little edgier, incorporating some punk staples like plaid and safety pins … [Read more...]
Not just a result of the tough economy, vintage shopping has enjoyed a significant rise in popularity in recent years. From second hand and charity shops to several new online vintage stores, the options are endless. High street shopping is simple, you browse the collections, find things you like and then search for your size. With vintage shopping however, things are quite different. Read on … [Read more...]
Love them or hate them there is no denying the influence that music festivals have had on summer fashions for the past several seasons, and this year is no exception. Aztec prints, floaty floral playsuits, military inspired pieces and structured denim all sit alongside leather and lace to ensure that even if you have no intention of attending one of the many music gigs happening this summer you … [Read more...]
Following on from the popular David Bowie exhibition at the V&A Museum in London, Selfridges yesterday opened its new ‘David Bowie is all yours’ installation at their Concept Store. The pop-up shop showcases bespoke David Bowie products including T-shirts, limited edition prints and collectors items, which have been lent by the V&A, alongside a Bowie tribute capsule collection … [Read more...]
To celebrate their 40th anniversary, Pepe Jeans London recruited ‘It’ girl of the moment Cara Delevingne as the face of their birthday collection. The campaign was photographed by Josh Olins in London's Notting Hill, where the label was first born, having originated as a Portobello Road market stall in 1973. Check out an exclusive Q&A with the model and personality below. What are … [Read more...]