We have written recently about patchwork, but this new campaign from Burberry tells much more about it. Shot by Mario Testino and reimagined by British artist Luke Edward Hall makes it really worth seeing.  (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

All eyes on Brazil

Just after Chanel made a long-distance trip to Cuba (Cuba for Chanel), Louis Vuitton has chosen another Latin American city to unveil its Resort 2017 collection. This is probably the most twisted catwalk ever and the only one facing Rio. Literally. Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2017 Show took place last weekend in Rio de Janeiro, at the Niteròi Contemporary… Read More

Have you ever wondered how Gabrielle Chanel spent her vacation at an Austrian resort in 1954? Karl Lagerfeld did and he made a movie about it.  In a short film for Chanel “Reincarnation”, Karl Lagerfeld recounts a key episode in Gabrielle’s life. The time she spent her vacation at an Austrian resort in 1954, was… Read More

Focus on: Bags

When in 1670 the first trousers with pockets appeared, purses (”the panniers” and decorated sacks) lost their popularity. It did not last too long. Ladies in a moment realized, that a bag is not only for storing… In 13th century a single bag could say a lot about its owner. The most luxury purses were… Read More

Kendall Jenner has attracted a lot of haters, mostly for being rich, privileged and a member of the Kardashian family. What’s a girl to do with all that hate? In a short film for Dazed & Confused the model makes a major nod to the classic teen movie “Mean Girls”. How does her Burn Book… Read More

“handicrafts”

Cut, re-cut and sew back. Colourful patches, that we all remember from ‘90s are back! Funny phrases, cartoon characters or pop culture gadgets – anything you want. Colourful patches are easy to buy in haberdasheries, but if you are not a handicraft fan, don’t worry. This season many brands and designers felt in love with… Read More

It begins with a humble Postman. An ordinary man who slips into his extraordinary dreams whenever he gets the chance. The hum-drum fades away as he ushers a parade of colourful characters and wild places by PRADA. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

Cuba for Chanel

When Lagerfeld travels for 16 hours with his Chanel Cruise collection, you know something special is about to happen. Karl has proven many times that nothing would stop him. Neither the distance nor the time, and certainly not political issues. Havana, 35 degrees and 170 colourful vintage Cadillacs and Chevrolets passes through the city center. Chanel is… Read More

Everything is constructed, cast, hammered, sawed and finished in her studio. Artist Lane Walkup is our #art and around example of fashion-culture union. Inspired by the fluidity of minimal shapes and the chemistry behind metalwork, Lana pays special attention to detail, structure and fun. Her unique collection of hangers is so adorable, you wouldn’t like… Read More

São Paulo Fashion Week

Looking for Spring street style inspirations? Who not in Brasil, the fifth world’s largest country, full of sunny weather, passion for design, and hosting São Paulo Fashion Week (which kicked off this week). Cover photo Arthur Vahia Photos  Anupreet Bhui

3 Portuguese brands to know

Far, far away (and under the shadow of Big Four fashion weeks in New York, London, Milan and Paris) there is a great fashion market blooming. Portugal Fashion highlights the talents of local designers and for you it’s high time to know some of them. Welcome to AW16 in Lisbon and Porto. Portugal Fashion, that celebrated… Read More

The echo of other times and the hope for the bright future – that’s what Nicolas Ghesquière wanted to convey in Louis Vuitton’s Autumn-Winter collection. Don’t miss it. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

Be or not to be?

According to today’s rumours: Karl is considering to finish his fashion career. Chanel’s upcoming resort show in Cuba may be Lagerfeld’s last. Will he go on retirement? Definitely it’s not the easy step to make.  Photo www.chaos-mag.com

Undressed at V&A Museum

Undressed: A Brief History of Underwear Great chance to discover the fascinating and sometimes controversial story of underwear design opens today at Victoria and Albert Museum, London. From the 18th century to the present day, the exhibition discovers the evolution of underwear design. Undressed: A Brief History of Underwear features over 200 examples of underwear… Read More

Fashion and IKEA?

What does IKEA has in common with fashion designers? Fact, for years now Swedish company has been working with designers, however, never from the fashion business. When difficult social and economic times drag many designers down, she does not give up. London-based fashion designer Katie Eary is a young talent to explore, as is her… Read More

Seven shades of nude

Why nobody thought about it before, that there isn’t one nude colour?  Christian Louboutin, you are the best.  Christian Louboutin introduced his first collection in 1991. Shortly after that his red-lacquered soles became the most desired stilettos in the world. (Read more about the designer in our text from Paris). In 2013 the designer launched… Read More

Vena amoris

We still believe in vena amoris, the mythical vein in the fourth finger of the left hand directly connected to the heart. It’s the place to wear your beloved ring.  Find the unique Reserved Ring Set here and see our latest jewellery collection at www.reserved.com Photos Reserved

Decadent “puff”

Remember the Renaissance Kings and Queens? And their big, decadent sleeves? Now it’s your turn. What do we know about decadent “puffs”? The puff sleeve emerged in Renaissance, but its popularity lasted till the Edwardian era. It came back into fashion in 1930s, as a response to a decade full of shapeless silhouettes and masculine styles.… Read More

We do not miss any of Chanel shows, so obviously we couldn’t forget about A/W 16. See Karl Lagerfeld talking about Autumn/Winter collection, fashion democracy and 3,000-strong audience, all placed in first rows. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

Minimalism by Paul Jung

We love Saturdays for all those beautiful inspirations we find. However, Paul Jung is not particularly interested in traditional beauty. What do we know about him? Not much. Paul Jung is a young fashion photographer and art director, labelled by the biggest magazines as “the one to watch”. Born in Taiwan, Jung grew up in Australia, then… Read More