Poca and Poca Winter 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In order for me to get to Poland, I would have to pay over 600 Euros to fly 11 hours, covering a distance of 8720km. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">But I think all that may just be worth it to shop <i>Poca and Poca's</i> Winter 2011-12 Collection. Designer Karolina Gniewek brings her unique vision to this enchanting brand, creating gorgeous and girly clothes with a retro twist. Each delightful piece is handmade in Poland, ensuring that special care and the highest quality is maintained. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For this season, <i>Poca and Poca </i>have brought together a delectable range of outfits in sugary sweet shades and ladylike looser-fit shapes. Ruffles and bows are a salient feature, adding an extra dose of prettiness to each piece. Key looks include frilly jumpsuits, high-waisted trousers, a sequined ape, flirty cotton dresses, silk blouses and alluring puffed shorts. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's refreshing to see single toned fabrics, and an absence of prints. It makes these ensembles all the more timeless and versatile. A mini black bow tie and large hair bows enhance the charming, feminine theme. If Alice in Wonderland fell down a rabbit hole into 2012 and ever got tired of wearing that blue dress, she could always try on one of these endearing outfits.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx0_bSS7WMxslaZlooG6mzjR-YSr5m5DAgHjPLWu5OCjUuuYP3fl9uooGsfH6EY2UNVlVp0W9W199zk4cVygsu96mcOuwsu25s5qO9HTG1urTavBUs13Bm3AzfxKNs3ivuYMQKSfBN83Dz/s1600/poca3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx0_bSS7WMxslaZlooG6mzjR-YSr5m5DAgHjPLWu5OCjUuuYP3fl9uooGsfH6EY2UNVlVp0W9W199zk4cVygsu96mcOuwsu25s5qO9HTG1urTavBUs13Bm3AzfxKNs3ivuYMQKSfBN83Dz/s640/poca3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt-vrhcs13ZB1VTkSf82-JE6z9XHtHAW48BJl9x3dMj4K4tJ-rEYKkqzI8fF4op56R5IfCqltFpy0iZ8obPA3PP7qBz1cpAYrGDz9A8rb4wTRdmWIWgczoQZCiJgEmWEsqeknb5OgppCzD/s1600/poca2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt-vrhcs13ZB1VTkSf82-JE6z9XHtHAW48BJl9x3dMj4K4tJ-rEYKkqzI8fF4op56R5IfCqltFpy0iZ8obPA3PP7qBz1cpAYrGDz9A8rb4wTRdmWIWgczoQZCiJgEmWEsqeknb5OgppCzD/s640/poca2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyqcWv8BYouwcWWXlmRPbNX7EMrWTy8j2gpGOwddttncZSpZZVoS3cjeOQrXa8bTMg9o8sIPGGCMWbyyblwRc4cIyJJsP558in6w0SptmQkCQ5LM14Ph27bPNL5L_4ECvxtKf4vU8hK_ww/s1600/poca1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyqcWv8BYouwcWWXlmRPbNX7EMrWTy8j2gpGOwddttncZSpZZVoS3cjeOQrXa8bTMg9o8sIPGGCMWbyyblwRc4cIyJJsP558in6w0SptmQkCQ5LM14Ph27bPNL5L_4ECvxtKf4vU8hK_ww/s640/poca1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Poca and Poca Winter 2012

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Temperley London Pre-Fall 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Alice Temperley's</i> Pre-Fall 2012 collection embraces all that is feminine and luxurious. Grand tailoring of the 19th century is modified to suit the 21st century girl. It begins with extravagant sequined dresses in multi-tonal golds, and ladylike lace frocks, elegantly paired with gloves, tasseled minauderie cases and pearl necklaces. It's the kind of collection that any Manhattan maiden and <i>Gossip Girl</i> groupie would revel in.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Temperley chose an understated colour palette, in a blend of rich fabrics, conveying the notion of graceful glamour. The only form of colour comes from pistachio green & the boldest shade of pink, printed on brocade dresses. Leather skinny pants are paired with embroidered longer-length tops. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Chunky cardigans and trench coats are a sophisticated way to keep warm while wearing a lavish gown underneath. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Black & white frocks are belted with large floral brooches. I have a feeling that those opaque black spotted stockings are going to catch on easily. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The range concludes with vintage inspired evening gowns, more flowy than fitted and accentuated at the waist. Make-up is focused on a strong red lip and bejeweled headbands adorn a chic updo. I feel like some of these outfits were made with <i>Blair</i> <i>Waldorf</i> in mind, don't you think?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX08YS8Wp9NncQD4VGbcDs5ZhEQOUm9_vnU0aMq3HPBr2ipN3O30YMsSSnI9LxSItJhXXhHS9v-t8Rz4PMF06mGmxj4BU9Ir7ymc5c3QxUEtRzVUCS_lH7BHpN_TTupIwGERtEmZdRkpAW/s1600/temp1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX08YS8Wp9NncQD4VGbcDs5ZhEQOUm9_vnU0aMq3HPBr2ipN3O30YMsSSnI9LxSItJhXXhHS9v-t8Rz4PMF06mGmxj4BU9Ir7ymc5c3QxUEtRzVUCS_lH7BHpN_TTupIwGERtEmZdRkpAW/s640/temp1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPZCi3Ui1LAB1K2ky5ociIJTc_aXJo1dLCFI0zlRWV7nEC_qsugNvbI4VRbPj5fRuWG1j2uq82Ru_MHhC4Q9_5t0H0VpiB0-kQD7nUPmtcFwQ15kigld2HlSpei1Mr6n169qRd_nDjGO1W/s1600/temp2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPZCi3Ui1LAB1K2ky5ociIJTc_aXJo1dLCFI0zlRWV7nEC_qsugNvbI4VRbPj5fRuWG1j2uq82Ru_MHhC4Q9_5t0H0VpiB0-kQD7nUPmtcFwQ15kigld2HlSpei1Mr6n169qRd_nDjGO1W/s640/temp2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-DIxaSjBJadYCSvwaVIBpKA-Nt1U2IrzCBAbIn0p3zCAzyY_Bf6IjGt7fQtKVVUeNFy6iWs_L6_IeYv9abwj4lzylMw6ymo-NPc2bq5qk16SleEnM8EaEnCMCI4W-vKcTupFLs9_6NdiS/s1600/temp3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-DIxaSjBJadYCSvwaVIBpKA-Nt1U2IrzCBAbIn0p3zCAzyY_Bf6IjGt7fQtKVVUeNFy6iWs_L6_IeYv9abwj4lzylMw6ymo-NPc2bq5qk16SleEnM8EaEnCMCI4W-vKcTupFLs9_6NdiS/s640/temp3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghn3GrB3Dd40QCA8TaBC36UIleqJRSoru_egzG7BgaLefrV6kMqnyAnJbbGVLiVzj4ut9QBeg0qwJ-ma_Ol-QDjpMx7YSfIp784p4hNzr1khDh2_SdE0ELlZcYj8uXjJ_pPrRiIcar70hy/s1600/temp5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghn3GrB3Dd40QCA8TaBC36UIleqJRSoru_egzG7BgaLefrV6kMqnyAnJbbGVLiVzj4ut9QBeg0qwJ-ma_Ol-QDjpMx7YSfIp784p4hNzr1khDh2_SdE0ELlZcYj8uXjJ_pPrRiIcar70hy/s640/temp5.jpg" width="640" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghn3GrB3Dd40QCA8TaBC36UIleqJRSoru_egzG7BgaLefrV6kMqnyAnJbbGVLiVzj4ut9QBeg0qwJ-ma_Ol-QDjpMx7YSfIp784p4hNzr1khDh2_SdE0ELlZcYj8uXjJ_pPrRiIcar70hy/s1600/temp5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /><br /></a></div>

Temperley London Pre-Fall 2012

Alice Temperley's Pre-Fall 2012 collection embraces all that is feminine and luxurious. Grand tailoring of the 19th century is modified...

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Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Monique Lhuillier</i> fine tunes uptown elegance for her Pre-Fall 2012 collection. With minimal use of colour and an abundance of ideas, she has created day and evening wear that personifies femininity in it's most favorable form.</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Lace covered dresses that are fit for a high tea at the palace, or for the fashion-conscious bridesmaid. Then there are extravagant evening gowns that beg to be shown off at prime red carpet events.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Besides for innovative black and white prints, Monique has used blue as a primary colour choice. From cobalt to sapphire, indigo and navy, to shades of midnight, this collection gives new meaning to the term 'feeling blue'. We are presented with jubilant blue creations, in draped chiffon, full tulle skirts, satin ruffles and impeccably placed lace. Silhouettes are kept full and billowy, suited for any type of figure. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The one dress that I'd really like to see worn on the red carpet is the second last one at the end - which has royal blue lace gently adorning a nude tulle gown. Perhaps on someone regal like </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Kate Middleton or even</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Keira Knightly.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq5gvPFrkFhT5AjOfuW53IXTdVX_9Rb4CIpSFZHqaDIhilSDK0GwlVwisqTWjUVwXeepZLyotNHEfkux_nwi-VlMjtwPwd_cOx0y-AmiWsZSxGdTglWjWmJ5bSR_r220GVk4rsv0VM0fg0/s1600/ml1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq5gvPFrkFhT5AjOfuW53IXTdVX_9Rb4CIpSFZHqaDIhilSDK0GwlVwisqTWjUVwXeepZLyotNHEfkux_nwi-VlMjtwPwd_cOx0y-AmiWsZSxGdTglWjWmJ5bSR_r220GVk4rsv0VM0fg0/s640/ml1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi9KpUwZ32DEIE_1GGFp8zVTCGW8wprGZPbdkxQxLQTGwlg83-30pR8KCgEkvuJLkolbGG6gsvkWYpJ8-CinbA3Ky7ZddB2PcHPAwTa7_fjQcBD-T5Ud3rnapC1066YvTtDlgg8YUV_Q7h/s1600/ml3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi9KpUwZ32DEIE_1GGFp8zVTCGW8wprGZPbdkxQxLQTGwlg83-30pR8KCgEkvuJLkolbGG6gsvkWYpJ8-CinbA3Ky7ZddB2PcHPAwTa7_fjQcBD-T5Ud3rnapC1066YvTtDlgg8YUV_Q7h/s640/ml3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-QC_D4_fy7NcG3lbpS2ti6xlKZStSLDblyvnoflC9blD5fQfpzJEHc_xI7ArvTrYq-72cKSZyrU3OIlms3EM7r9jSJ_MOrzowQ882kQLodCu7JHjcr7WVWHzoGFMS4JwjTMD-qn7e1NJh/s1600/ml4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-QC_D4_fy7NcG3lbpS2ti6xlKZStSLDblyvnoflC9blD5fQfpzJEHc_xI7ArvTrYq-72cKSZyrU3OIlms3EM7r9jSJ_MOrzowQ882kQLodCu7JHjcr7WVWHzoGFMS4JwjTMD-qn7e1NJh/s640/ml4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNoKrsPUNypQgQrgyxJDrdNNIz16ztnAROLjjT-S08Pe4LYcYVrHDNSRQPM7B6Naa2r0XVBbIM6dIJPTTKxWMSoB-V44VNAK2ZxiUCfT3rpaaNb2lCttwmjTDXRw7z7xRpPApIPuNuwkYh/s1600/ml5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNoKrsPUNypQgQrgyxJDrdNNIz16ztnAROLjjT-S08Pe4LYcYVrHDNSRQPM7B6Naa2r0XVBbIM6dIJPTTKxWMSoB-V44VNAK2ZxiUCfT3rpaaNb2lCttwmjTDXRw7z7xRpPApIPuNuwkYh/s640/ml5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>

Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2012

Monique Lhuillier fine tunes uptown elegance for her Pre-Fall 2012 collection. With minimal use of colour and an abundance of ideas, she ha...

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Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Naeem Khan has been gaining fame with a slew of celebrity clients such as Florence Welch, Julianne Hough, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and even Michelle Obama. He masterly crafts elegant and feminine gowns with interesting shapes, and in sumptuous fabrics. He applied this same aesthetic to his Pre-Fall 2012 collection, in which sequins were the order of the day, delicately layered upon slinky silk and chiffon gowns.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The colour palette began with sugary pink and creamy white shades, then blazed into amazing brights like cerise, lime and daffodil. Khan added a dash of animal print, for a more dressed down evening look, showing that he isn't only about glitzy embellishments. The range concludes with a few black feathered frocks and an outstanding ivory gown with beaded bodice and voluminous skirt, which would make for an opulent wedding dress. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Khan experimented with different types of necklines, which keeps the collection from being monotonous. What I appreciate about this range is that each look is unique, and not a continuation of the one before. My favourite piece is the first dusky rose tulle dress below. Which is yours?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhTdc2bFVczgA4ik3N8wV3xjZts6A5AySZGR4FLEcs7Y2WxyB5uYmxLezHCjDeY3ZQ4H0dtDf9MxOH2kcMOYdYR9EhtgkL_N9-TjiR-Zkf4QgllTfSZe4_e4uibtClGIJw6OrkZL5teIco/s1600/nk1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhTdc2bFVczgA4ik3N8wV3xjZts6A5AySZGR4FLEcs7Y2WxyB5uYmxLezHCjDeY3ZQ4H0dtDf9MxOH2kcMOYdYR9EhtgkL_N9-TjiR-Zkf4QgllTfSZe4_e4uibtClGIJw6OrkZL5teIco/s640/nk1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG271jZUKgshntzzSRvih8UxLzZSriis3snR1UsZPqddO1PRuaV9lheeNGPtdbN5zGJfry6OrjMdt45lpGGuiWE9gqIFUM_yKQ065HMEdo3uv1hnhFfqG2FLtQYZnRBLxgrM4mfE5pnqcY/s1600/nk2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG271jZUKgshntzzSRvih8UxLzZSriis3snR1UsZPqddO1PRuaV9lheeNGPtdbN5zGJfry6OrjMdt45lpGGuiWE9gqIFUM_yKQ065HMEdo3uv1hnhFfqG2FLtQYZnRBLxgrM4mfE5pnqcY/s640/nk2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK3QFu5hqwaKKQmI1yKx77rxWB0lwgU-XVq-dU01XBQCI1w3fRWLImoDo8GPQbI37_7TWvyEmZ65Cw_dP9HTgFoLCDzxn1aThOxJZ08zhvAVOcWXT81SWL2E8kbAu1_4WohZ6ZuVG0MnyU/s1600/nk4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK3QFu5hqwaKKQmI1yKx77rxWB0lwgU-XVq-dU01XBQCI1w3fRWLImoDo8GPQbI37_7TWvyEmZ65Cw_dP9HTgFoLCDzxn1aThOxJZ08zhvAVOcWXT81SWL2E8kbAu1_4WohZ6ZuVG0MnyU/s640/nk4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div>

Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2012

Naeem Khan has been gaining fame with a slew of celebrity clients such as Florence Welch, Julianne Hough, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and even...

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An Essentiel Winter 2012

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Essentiel</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fall/Winter 2011-12</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Who says that winter fashion has to be about dull greys and lifeless shades of beige.</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Essentiel</i> revitalizes your Winter wardrobe this season with bold brights and fearless colour-block combinations. The Belgian fashion label has become a favourite of mine, as all their pieces retain that comfort factor while being youthful and trendy. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi00LUmh0Rt_cqENjQAqJgjs60yV59_DyKEE7HHZuTh-dM1_2jAfUEeWHw8MR5ABT88MsaW0ADP-YtMM257IckX2QPsW7ctrblKDQz75iGr3CB31bLmTVErjmNcTodHaxVjIdI5cQv1EdMj/s1600/ess2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi00LUmh0Rt_cqENjQAqJgjs60yV59_DyKEE7HHZuTh-dM1_2jAfUEeWHw8MR5ABT88MsaW0ADP-YtMM257IckX2QPsW7ctrblKDQz75iGr3CB31bLmTVErjmNcTodHaxVjIdI5cQv1EdMj/s640/ess2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For Winter 2011-12, <i>Essentiel</i> offers chunky knits in optimistic shades like sunflower yellow, cerise pink and tangerine. Their classically fit jackets </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">in varying lengths </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">are suitable for work-to-weekend wear. Stripes are seen on jerseys, woolly scarves, skirts and bags. Keeping up with worldwide trends, there is also a fair amount of coloured demin in this range. Trousers are high-waisted, tapered or cropped at the ankle. <i>Essentiel</i> pushes the boundaries of colour-blocking, teeming shades like red, yellow and purple together.</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigFFrASmGw6NeR0JBYe1gKbm-X_5jv46ESb7bvGZw1RxYpA7pORiSZ69YD51UOQKf-AMZ0_agjfBK0o3ARe5Q7pdgEgc8rHIjHQY3Heq_RIyMYISsdVlMKntoGFxly6fSEHIX0LJz1s3Fn/s1600/ess1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigFFrASmGw6NeR0JBYe1gKbm-X_5jv46ESb7bvGZw1RxYpA7pORiSZ69YD51UOQKf-AMZ0_agjfBK0o3ARe5Q7pdgEgc8rHIjHQY3Heq_RIyMYISsdVlMKntoGFxly6fSEHIX0LJz1s3Fn/s640/ess1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The collection wavers between masculine and feminine tailoring. Elegant blouses in saturated shades of coral and green are tied up with pussy-cat bows. Besides for the typical black leather jacket, try your hand at one in exotic emerald green. Basic shift dresses are belted and paired with contrasting coloured clutch bags. All the charming accessories you see are also part of the <i>Essentiel </i>range, including the mammoth furry bags, high-heeled moccasins, jewel-toned shoes, cute banded socks and gloves. This collection proves that being stylish and discernible does not require having any</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> fanciful airs. It focuses on fashion that is more wearable and relaxed, with an update on basics and experimenting with playful pigments. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

An Essentiel Winter 2012

Essentiel Fall/Winter 2011-12 Who says that winter fashion has to be about dull greys and lifeless shades of beige. Essentiel  revitalizes ...

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French Indian Flair, Done The Chanel Way

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Chanel </b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Pre-Fall Collection 2012</b></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">From the chic streets of Paris to exotic India, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Karl Lagerfeld takes us on an intercontinental voyage for<i> </i>Pre-Fall 2012. His Paris-Bombay inspired collection is a collision of French tailoring and Indian intricacies. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The result? Pure, over-the-top opulence.</span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX60YdiwG1DqN21cu9FjjBHdyAA89gXkoVJF1PsvZVdNbWUb6EECjLlqjJJO-CvMCtBQl_M9xDYWeuvYkt2KtKVrEY6basc8b-cET9wrSmvgIciKKESnZ3oJLWp5vpm0XeJRidvlvaOOyL/s1600/chanel+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX60YdiwG1DqN21cu9FjjBHdyAA89gXkoVJF1PsvZVdNbWUb6EECjLlqjJJO-CvMCtBQl_M9xDYWeuvYkt2KtKVrEY6basc8b-cET9wrSmvgIciKKESnZ3oJLWp5vpm0XeJRidvlvaOOyL/s640/chanel+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The quintessential <i>Chanel</i> emblems are all there, albeit not as conspicuous as we're used to seeing. The impeccably fit pants, traces of tweed, boxy shapes, braided trims, the black and ivory palette, rows of pearls and the classic skirt and coat combination. Lagerfeld has an ingenious way to breathing new life into the established Chanel prototype.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipT5xXW3ya6PdK0wNHZb4ry1ONfitL0FfxZ6dqgRJ_bKoaB1nLgEPyQPB4YYexLaDrPgCvjFGEMrilLr0EAz-TN2twdK7s76nL1PI5dE-2O2SjCK0iGm06m5voOwKaNuGmekyNwnaz9sD5/s1600/chanel+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipT5xXW3ya6PdK0wNHZb4ry1ONfitL0FfxZ6dqgRJ_bKoaB1nLgEPyQPB4YYexLaDrPgCvjFGEMrilLr0EAz-TN2twdK7s76nL1PI5dE-2O2SjCK0iGm06m5voOwKaNuGmekyNwnaz9sD5/s640/chanel+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fur-edged coats in rich brocade are sumptuously paired with velvet and lamé. Indian-styled <i>churidar</i> (narrow) pants are a prominent feature in this collection. Flat footwear and bejeweled <i>chappals </i>(sandals) kept within character of the Eastern theme.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_HPkj0oxBpbHL-pleNRtvsJ6R69QXR53v26rA67Bb-F3ltrQ4znteZl_8QeKPVOZg_NHmk07GdjTM_00jwxANRgF4YtKu6ytrthyphenhyphenhc246VUkNl1Rphwnd9zkMeYFAPEwgZnk63Ubl64x/s1600/chanel+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq_HPkj0oxBpbHL-pleNRtvsJ6R69QXR53v26rA67Bb-F3ltrQ4znteZl_8QeKPVOZg_NHmk07GdjTM_00jwxANRgF4YtKu6ytrthyphenhyphenhc246VUkNl1Rphwnd9zkMeYFAPEwgZnk63Ubl64x/s640/chanel+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The colour scheme varied slightly from it's neutral foundation, pigmented by shades of ruby red, deep burgundy, magenta and neon pink. Lagerfeld didn't stray too far from the fundamentals of Indian fashion; which are intricate embellishings and traditional silhouettes. He's used the layering of dresses over narrow pants to his full advantage. It's a concept he's used, (perhaps <i>over</i>used) throughout this collection.</span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeKFWS29g1Z5aboR3HkTwx6SymQvuJB5kZPk8hkIkKmOAg1pJmQ_cp5iJIKAPB8n0hRmRpqQTZtd-eQqN7ocoR0Rsl0shNRmCp2zwbuh_iAqE4d4L5NujqiFACTZ3g7KwIFT9iYmz9Ln0A/s1600/chanel+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeKFWS29g1Z5aboR3HkTwx6SymQvuJB5kZPk8hkIkKmOAg1pJmQ_cp5iJIKAPB8n0hRmRpqQTZtd-eQqN7ocoR0Rsl0shNRmCp2zwbuh_iAqE4d4L5NujqiFACTZ3g7KwIFT9iYmz9Ln0A/s640/chanel+4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Lagerfeld puts a modern spin on imperial Indian designs with Eurocentric flair. He chose metallics tones such as bronze, pewter, platinum, silver and gold to convey the luxury element of the range. The models wore their hair in pinned-up dreadlocks, adorned with bejeweled <i>tikka</i> headpieces.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgddcejTd4GgTEQF3IpPfSaCbZqZIJ8e08v55nmqrNYJiTnmwR6tFGhiJ0ubT6hHdOuN6pK7rBD_CRxxuvOSjevYjOfuZk2OoKj98D2ug6c9p0x1G7gqX4zQdDTMJL1UHDF_RL32hD3icos/s1600/chanel+6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgddcejTd4GgTEQF3IpPfSaCbZqZIJ8e08v55nmqrNYJiTnmwR6tFGhiJ0ubT6hHdOuN6pK7rBD_CRxxuvOSjevYjOfuZk2OoKj98D2ug6c9p0x1G7gqX4zQdDTMJL1UHDF_RL32hD3icos/s640/chanel+6.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This range of evening wear shows Lagerfeld's ability to reinterpret the worn-out idea of a 'glamorous gown'. Instead of the expected strapless, mermaid or ballgown styles, he gives us modest designs elevated by rich embroidery & crystal beading, all laid upon exquisite fabrics. </span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr0X4vmYKZNIMlx8fEADhuqZDF4hmLHE4nZKXmaMkhkiumuxBJQuNY6QXHoRMg2xRLw-KX2gdZhHYzebdItwsdjdyhULGKIPEweqCXDjQxelbxYfiwDXpIyzIUE6FgCq5nEq57l-8HKQhK/s1600/chanel+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr0X4vmYKZNIMlx8fEADhuqZDF4hmLHE4nZKXmaMkhkiumuxBJQuNY6QXHoRMg2xRLw-KX2gdZhHYzebdItwsdjdyhULGKIPEweqCXDjQxelbxYfiwDXpIyzIUE6FgCq5nEq57l-8HKQhK/s640/chanel+5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Polished ivory silk proved its adaptability, being</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> draped into tulip skirts, & then molded to form sleek <i>Nehru</i> coats. I found this section to be the calm after the lavish storm of looks shown before. The second last dress & the blue one above are my favourites from the range.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With a collection that exudes this much grandeur, it's saving grace lies in the individual pieces. Most of them can be worn as separates. Otherwise, I could only imagine these elaborate ensembles being suited for a high tea at the Taj Mahal, in 1658.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> But take away the excessive styling, Medusa-like hairstyles and ornate jewellery, and you would have some red-carpet worthy looks. I get that these outfits are not to everyone's taste, but hats off to Mr Lagerfeld for transporting us to a world where Indian custom meets French couture, the Chanel way.  </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

French Indian Flair, Done The Chanel Way

Chanel  Pre-Fall Collection 2012 From the chic streets of Paris to exotic India,  Karl Lagerfeld takes us on an intercontinental voyage for ...

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Hoss Intropia Winter 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spain has given us some remarkable fashion brands; <i>Zara</i>, <i>Bershka</i>, <i>Pull & Bear</i> and <i>Mango</i>, each with their own massive cult following. <i>Hoss Intropia</i> is another one of those inspiring brands, but unlike the contemporary feel of the others, this fashion franchise marches to the beat of it's own folkloric drum.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For Fall/Winter 2011, <i>Hoss Intropia</i> paints a bohemian picture in earthy shades of brown, cream, tan, khaki and black. The attention to unconventional detailing is what distinguishes the brand from its counterparts. They </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">create their own unique prints and focus on</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">innovative cuts, hand-beading and embroidery and mixing textures, using quality fabrics. The collection has the charm of a romantic countryside, with military-inspired masculine tailoring. Each eclectic ensemble tells a story of sophisticated style and laid-back elegance.  </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9CJbc2mqwBmtB4kKFjhb0nWdbELIjw33afqGqthCLNMWPPm_UMXMAOkDK4KvVVu1DYsgvT3EmQ513P6EEwND0XevbneKGpi9BYooTGhAplO99T4IVTCQ8VZq43tK_u9kX5yGMnZ481Nm5/s1600/hoss+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9CJbc2mqwBmtB4kKFjhb0nWdbELIjw33afqGqthCLNMWPPm_UMXMAOkDK4KvVVu1DYsgvT3EmQ513P6EEwND0XevbneKGpi9BYooTGhAplO99T4IVTCQ8VZq43tK_u9kX5yGMnZ481Nm5/s640/hoss+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6WBwEP57yxjg5AOHyv7Z2q4AKCcTSP2GfdpKpaP1M1cjOxK2kRZmrL8BJEJCRGTXIAoLp8JrPvsa4mz3Q9k02CE9mDeC8Qpv7CdhJ9RWC-5R24dYmBayMAPDiykW3ubMrXx1W81pg8srL/s1600/hoss+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; 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text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> could easily go into a <i>Hoss Intropia</i> store and purchase my entire Winter wardrobe all in one go. I particularly love how each outfit is styled in this photo shoot. It shows off the versatility of the individual pieces, and how creatively it can be worn. All the shoes, bags, gloves, hats and accessories are also part of this incredible collection. The range is so extensive, their shapes are flattering, their fabrics luxurious, and their style refined. <i>Hoss Intropia's </i>Winter collection is kindled with originality, and a beauty that is honest and endearing.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div>

Hoss Intropia Winter 2011

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Gucci Fall/Winter 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Winter in the Northern Hemisphere has just warmed up with the release of Gucci's inspiring Fall/Winter range. The luxury Italian brand interprets the latest fashion trends with high class glamour and relaxed sophistication. The central 70's theme is depicted through suave masculine suits and ladylike dresses. Every piece is an example of refined style and elegance, setting the tone for the season to come. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The collection begins with trendy and versatile weekend wear, dabbles in stylish office wear, and ends with classic cocktail dresses. </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Black and slate grey lay down a neutral foundation, built up by terracotta, magenta and steel blue. Simple shorts and denim jeans are paired with texturally interesting tops and jackets; featuring fur trims, fringing and chunky knits. Long trench coats are slung over smooth, streamlined velvet suits. Evening gowns are modern and understated, column silhouettes enhanced by delicate draping. Fedoras, skinny belts, knee-high boots, luxe leather bags and clutches - these accessories are the perfect accompaniment to this polished collection.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5BL2L-QC_nGK0oV2lFPMdTJJLU62fut5UFg8bOnKjPxvozzGtzng66vqzDk0TJVxrobuAU2OS9po7jGdQAyphRbpf3xAM_V7YwCy7Zdfgvu6D9kHJ1iwqZn56-KTtfzk-m2p2V-QaUwKC/s1600/gucci+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5BL2L-QC_nGK0oV2lFPMdTJJLU62fut5UFg8bOnKjPxvozzGtzng66vqzDk0TJVxrobuAU2OS9po7jGdQAyphRbpf3xAM_V7YwCy7Zdfgvu6D9kHJ1iwqZn56-KTtfzk-m2p2V-QaUwKC/s640/gucci+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwVN0ShILO_MXPjLpIJRS4pxrTIzUQ6haIGVULEFiSTlEIYyGtSBaivtcQ5640eFF9MtMwPCp40f8TvWQlfALMq4waQKeCOhw8MajlFlocYWHKD3VP2I1gUKo4gJSpRWrPRvfoXUg2N-U/s1600/gucci+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFwVN0ShILO_MXPjLpIJRS4pxrTIzUQ6haIGVULEFiSTlEIYyGtSBaivtcQ5640eFF9MtMwPCp40f8TvWQlfALMq4waQKeCOhw8MajlFlocYWHKD3VP2I1gUKo4gJSpRWrPRvfoXUg2N-U/s640/gucci+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJuHyGvCjjhjhRbHXhsvVpiuJEtVilQ5GeBUA5IsSc4X19ktoFNaf_s8ylbIaWUjjBSSMuiLChS1aeU3E0IcMHVlh4jhL4tfwcnjYUHzVbPrseAZ_uSeAHX1jfly4VDUEcRusprjwGjvF8/s1600/gucci+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJuHyGvCjjhjhRbHXhsvVpiuJEtVilQ5GeBUA5IsSc4X19ktoFNaf_s8ylbIaWUjjBSSMuiLChS1aeU3E0IcMHVlh4jhL4tfwcnjYUHzVbPrseAZ_uSeAHX1jfly4VDUEcRusprjwGjvF8/s640/gucci+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisR-uFHp1jmX1DfqsdMrJtRPu-4CQGdS8c8kHrn0EciTTEcjhqegh1JXsmrUcykOlZ4rpV_txUwULn4Lunh-tQldY1pYWTFOjmpJkAcDsodpTeddGefmW7dUPyfvpiq3S2yQcTdy5JE-rk/s1600/gucci+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisR-uFHp1jmX1DfqsdMrJtRPu-4CQGdS8c8kHrn0EciTTEcjhqegh1JXsmrUcykOlZ4rpV_txUwULn4Lunh-tQldY1pYWTFOjmpJkAcDsodpTeddGefmW7dUPyfvpiq3S2yQcTdy5JE-rk/s640/gucci+4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>

Gucci Fall/Winter 2011

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Atelier Versace Fall 2011

<span id="goog_1124993912"></span><span id="goog_1124993913"></span><br /><br /><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Atelier <i>Versace</i> have released a magnificent range of couture gowns for Fall 2011. The collection finds its roots in Asian and baroque influences. Floor-sweeping gowns are lavishly adorned with crystal and sequin embellishments, while others bear the vintage <i>Versace</i> print. The different silhouettes are draped, cut-out, architectural and flowing.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the lack of cohesion in Atelier <i>Versace</i> collections. Each piece isn't a continuation of the next, but instead is a unique depiction of the brand's originality and ingenuity. Polish model Kasia Struss beautifully exhibits these looks; donning a blond beehive, dark smokey eyes and nude lips.</span></span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0eP-GaEQHV2udXsdM6LjkXBD9wANP_ZghW2KGsum4uR8nl3lq-C2hQMrA6uTU5TiLHHrCkY6unUN1nz7cw5TtzZacV8OANYS29AEoyGvdF49u3OtmBi8bB5FVyNvw2Ane30vVtfvKpqHu/s1600/versace+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0eP-GaEQHV2udXsdM6LjkXBD9wANP_ZghW2KGsum4uR8nl3lq-C2hQMrA6uTU5TiLHHrCkY6unUN1nz7cw5TtzZacV8OANYS29AEoyGvdF49u3OtmBi8bB5FVyNvw2Ane30vVtfvKpqHu/s640/versace+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the pairing of teal and purple. The surprise element of this gown is the embellished detail upon the triangular cut-out on the back.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgZJ6Jh-zwciBvAzyqcs6L_vBKb0t5Rc0ehFBHKQBkvou0WYrpuYCn8QV1g04Iz3wI1h_P4t58jrPsf2j_DlIYk7kkMogoioqjPYt4uXsLCqP3lcLQxvVw-DicUuEsz09g548cFFc7w1gH/s1600/versace+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgZJ6Jh-zwciBvAzyqcs6L_vBKb0t5Rc0ehFBHKQBkvou0WYrpuYCn8QV1g04Iz3wI1h_P4t58jrPsf2j_DlIYk7kkMogoioqjPYt4uXsLCqP3lcLQxvVw-DicUuEsz09g548cFFc7w1gH/s640/versace+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Unique and distinctive patterns are imprinted on dresses. The first one boldly shows off the Versace emblem, while the second one has an oriental-inspired dragon design.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJpw8WJ8n7gZ_cCOt5Ax1ZfCJOctAGjA3pOyhpAu4O6-wqND3Ca95QMV_W1KZ2OCSDT04kL0HTKE00aYqRUA1mekG_6ctlvwMhetTPzcgG8PKE57Bjq1DqeCKC4qZ_YaigX8Y3eIbR2gE6/s1600/versace+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJpw8WJ8n7gZ_cCOt5Ax1ZfCJOctAGjA3pOyhpAu4O6-wqND3Ca95QMV_W1KZ2OCSDT04kL0HTKE00aYqRUA1mekG_6ctlvwMhetTPzcgG8PKE57Bjq1DqeCKC4qZ_YaigX8Y3eIbR2gE6/s640/versace+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You will recognize the light blue Mandarin-collared dress as the one <a href="http://icydk.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/FP_7798178_RIJ_2011_VMA_SET1_86_152.jpg">Katy Perry</a> wore to the MTV Movie Awards. The intricate beading seen on the close-up photo is exquisite.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS4VkF9fdeoQTGgQLARBkoVSc2TQqyeW_NgjE54jNoQZNowLKVk7p5cIXwR2KH_nAmjGJZSvKCpQRdA8JRR4N8DtoCCVJ_C42sAcPBD7-9-jSUFDEUffRKvMzh5nVALodqvldEwCaLxk4a/s1600/versace+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS4VkF9fdeoQTGgQLARBkoVSc2TQqyeW_NgjE54jNoQZNowLKVk7p5cIXwR2KH_nAmjGJZSvKCpQRdA8JRR4N8DtoCCVJ_C42sAcPBD7-9-jSUFDEUffRKvMzh5nVALodqvldEwCaLxk4a/s640/versace+4.jpg" width="640" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Silk satin, chiffon and silk mousseline form the basis for these glamourous gowns.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_PK4MDhQN3__WF1lTd88x6icKNjNayzf55xssO7ritcdudrcRi5abhgEe9fPKT2jkp3glKi1SWHlJx10z6R_FfIA5eJGfGOukmy3x7-4fH-dFSog6W4SdWjCWN9sLTddnu_0pr2YGUvM6/s1600/versace+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_PK4MDhQN3__WF1lTd88x6icKNjNayzf55xssO7ritcdudrcRi5abhgEe9fPKT2jkp3glKi1SWHlJx10z6R_FfIA5eJGfGOukmy3x7-4fH-dFSog6W4SdWjCWN9sLTddnu_0pr2YGUvM6/s640/versace+5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These structured gowns amaze with their complexity and intricate leather engraving.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div></div>

Atelier Versace Fall 2011

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Manolo Blahnik Winter Shoes 2011

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Manolo Blahnik</span></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;">Autumn/Winter Collection 2011-12</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /><div style="text-align: auto;">The<i> Manolo Blahnik </i>Winter 2011-12 range is a mix of unusual, classic and slightly outlandish pairs of shoes. The collection is inspired by various themes, including the literary works of Leo Tolstoy and Miguel de Cervantes, the surrealism of Salvador Dali paintings and also, Moorish architecture. Each shoe is like a piece of art, diligently sculpted and painted to perfection.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span>Blahnik makes use of exotic fabrics and interesting textures like velvets, fur, animal prints, tweed, metallic leather, fringing and suede. The colour scheme starts out with neutrals like black, brown and grey, then surges into a circus of bright colours like cerise, lime, red & yellow. The silhouettes are streamlined, with steep angles, pencil heels and pointed tips. Basic designs are furnished with zigzags & scallops, geometric shapes, ankle-cuffs and tie-up bows. </div><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: auto;">The Spanish shoe maestro is always one step ahead with his ambitious and imaginative designs. Putting a pair of Manolo's on is a sure-fire way of getting noticed. I can picture a few of these in Carrie Bradshaw's closet.</div></span></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4QlGhzA5i9DJuOQlSGF91nF7njIoDEcMMGDC1IYl1xw2t0BoALzN878YatTTkKTxSxeg6VZ-_Ly4S9Bqn5M690AY_Ecd5wz38aNk4kSpV9ftOJxhZUF1ba2SIWYf29lIqiVCs5XiePnc/s1600/manolo+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4QlGhzA5i9DJuOQlSGF91nF7njIoDEcMMGDC1IYl1xw2t0BoALzN878YatTTkKTxSxeg6VZ-_Ly4S9Bqn5M690AY_Ecd5wz38aNk4kSpV9ftOJxhZUF1ba2SIWYf29lIqiVCs5XiePnc/s640/manolo+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglh0P2Rk-nRdvtwsO1ZAPZVKv-D4lJqN5YA4W9HTtVuNNQo8XAKBqVzOV8M0e6KLtaPCHnYFbazQtx4acD26kPRpqyq12uvgxd-RXlaUZR1cOHm4nFJXPR66z57OSPe3sjmvfX8U2C58I/s1600/manolo+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglh0P2Rk-nRdvtwsO1ZAPZVKv-D4lJqN5YA4W9HTtVuNNQo8XAKBqVzOV8M0e6KLtaPCHnYFbazQtx4acD26kPRpqyq12uvgxd-RXlaUZR1cOHm4nFJXPR66z57OSPe3sjmvfX8U2C58I/s640/manolo+2.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbKD8gUzSUhjXlvOyEcwBYE3JE7TnkpkEOWAfhjxwaPvCvH7PVB-OqhOsz1HQKgO0nJbrFrNjQxYUnDgqM7xgV3uQBGX9_UgTf6mIecgYcgoLCWDJjkhT8ZzNqfow_2nYpjacEsdAB-KE/s1600/manolo+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="462" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbKD8gUzSUhjXlvOyEcwBYE3JE7TnkpkEOWAfhjxwaPvCvH7PVB-OqhOsz1HQKgO0nJbrFrNjQxYUnDgqM7xgV3uQBGX9_UgTf6mIecgYcgoLCWDJjkhT8ZzNqfow_2nYpjacEsdAB-KE/s640/manolo+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU_RdHC_0PwuuW9hJAbIqdEmZXc3ll8E552j1uMH8ZXUTtowStLUNblHjB3IKVNR9fOFBpViYdsC4vZc_7uzMRbDfTCI4Hv01mJMtcdLlNBT74bV0UYS5JWD9KYJv1SIUey1Le__Pk-5M/s1600/manolo+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU_RdHC_0PwuuW9hJAbIqdEmZXc3ll8E552j1uMH8ZXUTtowStLUNblHjB3IKVNR9fOFBpViYdsC4vZc_7uzMRbDfTCI4Hv01mJMtcdLlNBT74bV0UYS5JWD9KYJv1SIUey1Le__Pk-5M/s640/manolo+5.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: left;">While I do appreciate the beauty of the conventional pieces, I haven't embraced the unique charm of the quirkier pairs. What are your thoughts on this collection?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div>

Manolo Blahnik Winter Shoes 2011

Manolo Blahnik Autumn/Winter Collection 2011-12 The Manolo Blahnik  Winter 2011-12 range is a mix of unusual, classic and slightly outlandi...

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Lauren Conrad's Fashion Line for Kohl's

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: auto;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;">Lauren Conrad has proved that she is much more than just a Reality TV star. She's written three bestselling books, runs her own beauty website and is the design diva behind two fashion lines - her own called <i>Paper Crown</i>, and one for US retailer, <i>Kohl's, </i>called the <i>LC Lauren Conra</i><i>d</i> <i>Collection. </i>For Fall 2011 Lauren collaborated with <i>Kohl's</i> on a clothing range that's both pretty and affordable.</div></span></div></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><div style="text-align: auto;"><br /><br />Lauren's personal style is conveyed by the flirty florals, pleated skirts, 70's style blouses, boyfriend blazers, girly dresses and dainty jewellery. Ballet flats, wedges and platform loafers also form part of the range. I like that this collection is cohesive throughout, with a touch of vintage elegance melded into the peach toned palette. Every piece costs just under $100 / R700, with sale items under $50 / R350. See more at <a href="http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/ourbrands/lclaurenconrad.jsp">Kohls.com</a></div></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizLRc1SiRS50-OSiWU7JORqsQsXeZF47xOPAO6Pg5ijakWnlDdNw-YgApMdRdi-7LbaFDwSTfICZ2PRmeIV1xsP4B8TPzjBZnm_-mdcvv1YVT6C1vdpBXswf8lrUCq4u_h9uQZAbtbyl_2/s1600/lc+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizLRc1SiRS50-OSiWU7JORqsQsXeZF47xOPAO6Pg5ijakWnlDdNw-YgApMdRdi-7LbaFDwSTfICZ2PRmeIV1xsP4B8TPzjBZnm_-mdcvv1YVT6C1vdpBXswf8lrUCq4u_h9uQZAbtbyl_2/s640/lc+1.jpg" width="640" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4P4Fcj610AeJbLG6CcDyFdpLq2fsdJ4LQsO5eD5qYwRrE2GY27vvTLV5oY_DQ7xYyFzyyNy4qY8MQkgA0PXYQBEt6UY_9Y9VKKv78elPKiREZYvGN9XUzn1s6U1oVzMmOS3qddwKxN2-I/s1600/lc+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4P4Fcj610AeJbLG6CcDyFdpLq2fsdJ4LQsO5eD5qYwRrE2GY27vvTLV5oY_DQ7xYyFzyyNy4qY8MQkgA0PXYQBEt6UY_9Y9VKKv78elPKiREZYvGN9XUzn1s6U1oVzMmOS3qddwKxN2-I/s640/lc+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz3vu5PhdFesibrpZrJ_bf6qT1kuPRJDx_WtfY7xvpRfsTrqXiYDjDFRowOW5-tdZeFPlR-9B3qbSv5xOZbk6ps8x7F8k_27_PB7pxSKQOywgMh3e39w5aonQ8RKd13sLoGYde2IIEdCJb/s1600/lc+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz3vu5PhdFesibrpZrJ_bf6qT1kuPRJDx_WtfY7xvpRfsTrqXiYDjDFRowOW5-tdZeFPlR-9B3qbSv5xOZbk6ps8x7F8k_27_PB7pxSKQOywgMh3e39w5aonQ8RKd13sLoGYde2IIEdCJb/s640/lc+3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>

Lauren Conrad's Fashion Line for Kohl's

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Mango Fall/Winter 2011

<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><b>Mango Fashion Campaign</b></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999;">featuring Isabeli Fontana<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></b></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Gorgeous Brazilian supermodel, Isabeli Fontana is the newest brand ambassador for <i>Mango</i>. The well-known Spanish clothing brand chose the <i>Victoria's Secret </i>model for "her extraordinary beauty and naturalness." Isabeli represents the two sides of their Winter 2011 collection; ultra sexy femme fatale and masculine elegance. Each side is differentiated by the styling - tousled waves with smokey eyes, and slicked back locks with striking red lips.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A primarily black colour scheme runs throughout the range, with dashes of leopard print and polka dots. The collection is a mix of glitzy cocktail dresses, leather and faux fur, classic coats, luxe knits, mini skirts and impeccably tailored suits. I love the gold-tipped black shoes and embellished clutch bags. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"><br /><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times;"></span></span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With their Winter 2011 range, Mango seeks to style the modern, dynamic and independent woman. While the rest of you dress for success in one of these polished looks, us in South Africa will only be receiving the range next year. </span><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEickiPgIpTXpMo_KluWI0cvK2VxGXg5p6cBZpKFO_F7F6u6zbmrZQnRTlWB7-FylFXmSF3jApdWDbf5AvK9B8Ryec7Cb5BTMSSdVFT3QZYdZBjJgC8zlYlE46hKPxlb6yggnYgbW-HBK7u3/s1600/mango+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEickiPgIpTXpMo_KluWI0cvK2VxGXg5p6cBZpKFO_F7F6u6zbmrZQnRTlWB7-FylFXmSF3jApdWDbf5AvK9B8Ryec7Cb5BTMSSdVFT3QZYdZBjJgC8zlYlE46hKPxlb6yggnYgbW-HBK7u3/s640/mango+1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0deSlkPWzr1lRNL_1QlbGvwxuMQ7SfvO3jLxUbxgsEDt_HnD1S6sFP4aeav3ONm81aVrsYYAMFpLiPXtfdgw7ykxebCX-qlMLRifVgqekNqEJSylJKKN2iWZVG_vQkjwHGXClufQ-t_L-/s1600/mango+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0deSlkPWzr1lRNL_1QlbGvwxuMQ7SfvO3jLxUbxgsEDt_HnD1S6sFP4aeav3ONm81aVrsYYAMFpLiPXtfdgw7ykxebCX-qlMLRifVgqekNqEJSylJKKN2iWZVG_vQkjwHGXClufQ-t_L-/s640/mango+2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7oQWt-1LQEzsAHbTG8e3Hhvwm1hGKX9kdvHGaCSw3hNT1uuy54UGErJq44T-EBTCOVuyR1vMF5m7u9fQna_qPZFL5n5jofvGlO1uSxqbkHV6aGcFIz_tLfkNbsE3OARtLz-sO9m9aoplc/s1600/mango3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7oQWt-1LQEzsAHbTG8e3Hhvwm1hGKX9kdvHGaCSw3hNT1uuy54UGErJq44T-EBTCOVuyR1vMF5m7u9fQna_qPZFL5n5jofvGlO1uSxqbkHV6aGcFIz_tLfkNbsE3OARtLz-sO9m9aoplc/s640/mango3.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-wfefUoigd8NVZaxVDCd-chYwnTQPYO3azv88zi4Loss0BodmOLdCKGX34_rBqrognHsOzUpOwEiJ7t1xpRrEO1idicJTYGuxPzMK-wbNji-mJyX_CYtMMq6WcWFb6jlq2DnRCgEiaweQ/s1600/mango+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="512" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-wfefUoigd8NVZaxVDCd-chYwnTQPYO3azv88zi4Loss0BodmOLdCKGX34_rBqrognHsOzUpOwEiJ7t1xpRrEO1idicJTYGuxPzMK-wbNji-mJyX_CYtMMq6WcWFb6jlq2DnRCgEiaweQ/s640/mango+4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #999999; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><br /><br /></b></span>

Mango Fall/Winter 2011

Mango Fashion Campaign featuring Isabeli Fontana Gorgeous Brazilian supermodel, Isabeli Fontana is the newest brand ambassador for  Mango . ...

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