Sparkles for the Holidays

We've been seeing accents of sparkles, sequins and glitters around, on pants, bags, shoes, almost anything you can think of, and many celebrities are also taking on the trend:

Taylor Swift

Amber Heard in Salvatore Ferragamo

Anne Hathaway in Valentino

Selena Gomez

These are our favourite picks that we hope will inspire you, just like it did for us, to shine this holiday. There's endless possibilities of how to wear sparkles and glitters,and these are just the few ways that you can wear them.

(from the Dolce collection)

And then, there's the shoes. These ones, I've been contemplating of getting but still haven't really made up my mind. They can be found in Topshop stores and even on the web site here.

Images from Tumblr.

Holiday Gift Idea: Daphne Guinness x M.A.C Cosmetics

If you're a fan of MAC Cosmetics or if you have a lusting obsession over one of the fashion industry favourites, Daphne Guinness, you'll be as thrilled as we are to know that she has collaborated with MAC Cosmetics to bring us a 24 piece line. Surprisingly, the colours and palettes looks extremely wearable and flattering even, supposedly coming from a very eccentric and unique style icon like Daphne Guinness herself. 

“When we first started working on colors, [Guinness] pulled a tiny watercolor case out of her handbag and, using her own saliva, began mixing colors immediately!” said James Gager, Creative Director of MAC Worldwide. “She created original colors and yet was also very conscientious about creating a collection that people could relate to.”

What's more, the line is said to be inspired by pigeon's blood, how the intricate wings of a butterfly resemble the images of deepest space and outer space but don't be skeptical and make a quick judgement till you see for yourself, the beautiful hues of deep plum and charcoal grey.

The collection features 4 shades of 'Longwear Lipcreme' lipstick, 4 'Cremesheen Glass' lip gloss, 4 'Interior Life Eyeshadow Quad', 3 pigments, 2 'Powerpoint Pencil' eye liner, 2 brow pencil, 2 'Blush Ombre' cheek blush, and 3 'Nail Lacquer' nail polishes.

 

The nail polishes have already made its way to my list of must-haves for this holiday season, especially the Blueblood Deep Eggplant shade (first in the picture).

Sadly for us who don't live in the US, the line will only be available internationally from January 2012, so we'll just have to hang in there till then. However, it will be launched on the 26th of December in the US. The line will also be available online at www.maccosmetics.com. Anyone else looking forward to seeing them in stores?
Images from Style.com.

Mackenzie Hamilton for Harper's Bazaar Vietnam

Woke up this afternoon to one of the best shots of Mackenzie Hamilton, in the December Issue of Harper's Bazaar, which literally took my breath away. Towering over a city, this shoot photographed by Rony Shram was taken atop a rooftop where she wears the most beautiful gowns from labels such as Valentino, Alexander McQueen and Elie Saab.

Absolutely love everything about this shoot, especially how her hair looks so naturally swept by the wind. It's like all elements including nature, working together to make her look stunning. And also, we love how she looks so powerful and dramatic in the shots, like there was a story to it.

This particular gown kind of makes her look like a mermaid brought to life. Simply stunning.

Images from FashionGoneRogue.

Lea. T: Cover of Elle Brazil

A big contrast from her cover on LOVE magazine, locking lips with Kate Moss. The transgender model, Lea. T makes a different kind of impression as she looks amazingly chic in a piece from Givenchy. Take a look at this video, shot for the December Issue of Elle Brazil and be prepared to be mesmerized by how her body moves:

Images from HuffingtonPost.com.

Celebrity Inspiration - British Fashion Award 2011

On the 28th of November, the ceremony saw the best of the fashion industry, in Britain and also internationally at the British Fashion Awards 2011 where celebrities and guests dons their most glamorous looks. These are the few narrowed down, that caught our attention:

Check out the editor of British Vogue and model, Alexa Chung in those adorable covetable cat pumps and in the stunning glitter white dress. Cute but in our opinion, not enough to win the title of best dressed that night.

 

Kate Moss in a full-body fishnet dress, what do you think of her outfit? It could probably be an upcoming trend, because what Kate Moss wears, the high streets follow.

This wool dress combined with sequins, feathers and beads, from the Matthew Williamson Fall 2011 collection, on Olivia Palermo is jaw-dropping. Most people wearing a dress with so much going on would have opted for a plain simple pair of shoes, but Olivia Palermo paired the dress with mesh booties from Topshop that definitely sealed the look. Her shoes are now available on the Topshop website here.
  

Victoria Beckham looking gorgeous in a long black number, with a low plunging back and in a pair of Christian Louboutin platforms. Absolutely stunning, in our opinion. She also clinched the 'Designer Brand' award that night.

Also, Sarah Burton, chief designer of Alexander McQueen, was named Designer of the Year. And she totally deserved it.

View more red carpet looks here.

Images from BritishFashionAwards.com.

Sneak Peek: Kurt Geiger Spring 2012 Collection

Think strong silhouettes, glitter soles, slender heels, statement-making designs, bright neon-coloured platforms, and you've got Kurt Geiger's Spring collection, where you could easily spot key trends that will be emerging on the runway. This collection was a mix of refined edgy undertone, paisley-esque prints and stunning platforms that comes in soft pastel colours, which simply reminds us of multicoloured cotton candy. Oh not to mention the added collection of beautiful sunglasses. Here's a little sneak peek into the collection:

Aren't they just mesmerizing? And we would really love to get our hands on a pair of sunglasses from this collection, some of these beauties definitely have that retro vibe to them, yet very ladylike.

Check the Kurt Geiger website for updates on new arrivals soon.
Images from different sources.

Kim Noorda by Naomi Yang for Vogue Mexico

Donned in ensembles from the works of Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Gucci and Gareth Pugh, in a classic but very feminine up-do, Kim Noorda is the roaring sensation for the November Issue of Vogue Mexico. The outfits put together for this editorial spread: Fetish Girl, was very much based on sexy, sheer and see-through, with different mix of textures. Also, we love the idea of her with minimal jewellery on, and when she was wearing any, they were definitely statement pieces to die for.

Absolutely love the zip detailing on this one, together with the combination of a mix of texture. Very sci-fi and futuristic no?

Photographed by Naomi Yang.
Images from The Luxe Heritage.

Kate Spade x Poppy King: Supercalifragilipstick

Can't believe how long it took for us to come across this interesting collaboration between Lipstick Queen, Poppy King and Kate Spade, but still just in time for the holidays as a little gift. 

The luxe collection comes in four shades: (from left to right) Adventurous Red, Fuchsia Fete, Pop Art Pink and Bashful Blush.

The lipstick is a combination of a lip colour, gloss and a balm all in one. The lipsticks have been described as elegant, effortless and super moisturising lip puckers. 
Poppy King on the texture: “Deborah and I wanted to create a product that had the glamour of lipstick without the commitment to a full pigment."

Doesn't this little collection makes you wonder what it would be like if they continued the collaboration to finish with a full entire line?

Now available on the Kate Spade website here and in store at Raffles City for $55 each.
Images from different sources.

Street Style: Milan Fashion Week SS2012

Where better to look for street fashion inspirations? No other place, than off the catwalks of Milan Fashion Week, the place dedicated to women's fashion.

 (Gala Gonzalez, blogger with River Island shoes, Theory bag, Monica Vinader jewels, and Topshop glasses)

 (Matilda Lutz, blogger with Jean Paul Gaultier jacket, Topshop dress, Ann Demeulemeester boots and Aristolasia bag)

Shoulder cut-outs are a way to look seductive and relaxed without showing too much skin, and this is definitely in trend as seen on the runways at Rodarte Spring 2012 and Cacharel Spring 2012. Love how Matilda Lutz paired a bright yellow jacket with a long maxi dress, really gives the look a pop of colour.

(Natalie Joos, casting agent and journalist with vintage top and skirt, and Prada bag)

Just like pleats, mixing prints with prints for a contrasting look has made its comeback from previous seasons. 

 (Simone Kitchens, editor with vintage dress and Acne boots)

(Valentina Dipinto, fashion editor with Numero 21 top, Moschino shorts, Gianvito Rossi shoes and Prada clutch) 

Honestly, I've always been in admiration of people who could pull off piling on a simple sweater over a shirt like that and looking so effortlessly chic.


Images from Vogue.

Juicy Couture Spring 2012 RTW

When people think of comfy yet chic loungewear, they usually associate it with Juicy Couture. In this Spring 2012 collection, Juicy Couture has updated its collection to produce these fun and vibrant pieces, but still staying close to what their known for - comfort.

 

This pair of Juicy Couture mini skirt looks in trend with the scallop tops and shorts that have been very popular recently, very sporty and also spices up a plain look.

 

 

 

LeAnn Nealz (President and Chief creative officer) on Juicy Couture's latest collection: “It had gotten too young. My focus is really to grow her up and elevate the brand in all aspects of design. Juicy needs to be more sophisticated and a bit sexier, but keep the kind of flirtiness that makes it fun.”

What really caught our eyes were the clutches in this collection and the rather fun and flirty accessories paired up to complete the looks.

Images from Style.com.
View the full collection here.