Fall 2011 Accessories: Miu Miu

Let's have a look at Miu Miu accessories collection for next season: beautiful frame bags or clutches and sparkly booties will add the right touch to our Winter outfits.

Dolce & Gabbana: Fall 2011 Collection

 

Ho deciso di selezionare parecchie foto dalla sfilata della collezione Dolce & Gabbana per il prossimo autunno-inverno, perché tanti sono gli spunti. La collezione propone  il tema del maschile-femminile alternando tubini e abiti-corsetto a gilet, giacche e pantaloni. L'ispirazione va dagli anni '20 di "C'era una volta in America", al rockabilly anni '50, fino al glam rock anni '70, fra stelle, pailletes, pizzo, pellicce, note musicali, bianco-nero e flash di colori acidi.

Le scarpe sono piatte, stringate oppure classici stiletto indossati con calze da uomo.

I decided to select an extensive number of shots from the Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2011 collection show, because so many are the ideas. The collection is based on the theme of masculine-feminine, alternating sheath and corset dresses to vests, jackets and trousers. The inspiration runs through the 20's of "Once upon a time in America", the rockabilly of the 50's up to the glam rock of the 70's, among stars, sequins, lace, furs, musical notes, black-white and flashes of acid colors. Shoes are flat with laces or classic stilettos worn with socks. 

A New Italian Designer: Elena Leone Winner of "Next Generation" Contest

 

Elena Leone is the winner of the contest "Next Generation", by the Italian Fashion Chamber (Camera Nazionale della Moda). Here are some shots of her collection for next Fall, dedicated to a woman who seems to embody the spirit of a brave but still romantic warrior. The collection name is "the last Winter" and it has been inspired by the Mayan prophecy on the end of the world on December 2012.  I think the collection is remarkable, with some pieces that I would definitely wear, what do you think? Is a new star born?

Elena Leone è la vincitrice del concorso "Next Generation", indetto dalla Camera Nazionale della Moda. Questi sono alcuni scatti della sua collezione per il prossimo Autunno, dedicato ad una donna che sembra incarnare lo spirito di una guerriera coraggiosa ma romantica. Il nome della collezione, "L'ultimo Inverno", è stato ispirato dalla profezia Maya sulla fine del mondo del Dicembre 2012. Credo che la collezione sia notevole, con alcuni pezzi che senz'altro indosserei. Cosa ne pensate? E' nata una stella?

Miu Miu New Face: Hailee Steinfeld

14-year-old actress Hailee Steinfeld will be the new face of one of my favorite brands, Miu Miu. This young artist was nominated for an Academy Award as best supporting actress for the role she played in 2010 film "True Grit". After Katie Holmes, Vanessa Paradis, Lindsay Lohan and Kirsten Dunst, this rising star is now called to be the next muse for Miuccia Prada most modern and avant-garde label.

L'attrice quattordicenne Hailee Steinfeld sarà il nuovo volto di uno dei miei brand preferiti, Miu Miu. Questa giovane artista era stata nominata all'Oscar come miglior attrice non protagonista, per il ruolo interpretato nel film "Il Grinta" del 2010. Dopo Katie Holmes, Vanessa Paradis, Lindsay Lohan e Kirsten Dunst, questa stella nascente è ora chiamata ad essere la prossima musa per l'etichetta più moderna e avant-garde di Miuccia Prada.

HAILEE STEINFELD

Valentino Fall 2011: A Bon Ton Lady

Another gallery from one of my favourite designers' collections for next Winter, Valentino.

I love the proportions of the coats and I think the lenghts are just perfect, exactly what I love to wear.

Python boots are a recurring theme of the season, and it is just perfect here to add some twist.

 

I Need these Shoes... Resolution for next Fall :)

Yves Saint Laurent patent wedges... j'adore... I just hope to find my size...

Chanel Cruise Collection 2012: Pictures

Chanel Cruise 2012 collection was presented at the Hotel du Cap, Eden Roc in Cap d'Antibes today. I already wrote on Chanel here, by reporting about Karl Lagerfeld's new project "The Tale of a Fairy" short film that was also presented today.

Here to follow a gallery from the catwalk. Enjoy :)

Time For Beach in Italy: Beachwear I love

Finally a sunny Sunday today, so while I am getting ready to go to the beach I wish you all a relaxing time by posting some pieces of beautiful beachwear by french brand Eres, that is probably my favourite one for bikinis (yes I love the "basic" on the beach...!)

I already talked of this subject here by suggesting the perfect choices for the honeymoon beach wardrobe for Kate Duchess of Cambridge, which included italian labels Missoni Mare and La Perla.
So have a good time and happy Sunday everybody. Ciao

 

Karl Lagerfeld Film "The Tale of a Fairy" Shock: the Trailer

Karl Lagerfeld unveiled his last project "The Tale of a Fairy", a 30'minutes film in black and white. 

The film will be shown next Monday 9th May at Hotel du Cap Eden Roc in Cap d'Antibes, for the presentation of Chanel Croisière 2012 collection.

The film is about money abuse, violence and love and, as Karl Lagerfeld stated, could be shocking for someone.

Alexander McQueen: Fall-Winter 2011 Collection

The runaway theme of the brand of the year Alexander McQueen was "The Ice Queen and her court". The outfits were nothing easy wearable in our everyday life, they were pure dreams, fascinating dreams where we would love to loose ourselves... As far as the trend introduced by the brand for next season, that is fur, fur and fur...

More images and full video of the show:

Prada Fall Winter 2011: Introducing Next Season Trends

While we are struggling for the Summer to start, let's have a look at the Prada runaway for next winter, where some of the most recurring themes of the season are introduced: snakeskin and furs for materials and clutches for accessories.

More pics and the video of the whole runaway...

IT Bag: Proenza Schouler PS1

It seems now clear that next Summer "it bag" is the PS1 by Proenza Schouler.

I know I got a new Givenchy Nightingale last week, but PS1 could be my next obsession! Let's have a look at the best colours available and at the stars wearing it...

Fashion and Fitness?

I am not only a fashion maniac, I am also a great fan of fitness and specifically I am a freaky enthusiast of  Les Mills programs.

Fitness and fashion can go together, why not? My very best friend always tells me I like Les Mills because it is a kind of “signature” fitness, I like this explanation but I must say that the reason why I love it, lies all in its effectiveness combined with the amazing degree of fun and energy you are into every time you attend one of the classes.

Today I am so happy I have received the delivery of my first on-line order @Les Mills boutique.

I was a bit concerned about the sizing, but both tops are perfectly fitting and I just love them, especially the yellow one with the BodyAttack logo (Body Attack is the class I love most, I am literally addicted to it…).

I also love the “for a fitter planet” bracelets… I am going to the gym now… Hugs

If you want to learn more on Les Mills here is the link:Les Mills Site

Prada Windows in Milan Store: Another Look at SS11 Runway Collection

Here is one of the windows now at Prada in Milan, a vintage-style fan installed over the striped bags, the iconic pieces of this season.

Do you all remember the quite astonished feeling after the first view of SS11 Prada runway images? "Minimal Baroque" was how she defined it and well, that was it: jungle prints, bananas and monkeys, solid blocks of primary colours, then the theme of stripes in bright colours combination or smokey hues, flashes of electric orange, green, blue, and radioactive violet all accessorized with pop coloured stoles and striped satchels or clutches. Have a look at the gallery of the numbers I have selected among the pieces I liked best: excessive but sophisticated...

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty - Exhibition in NYC May4-Jul31

A tribute to Alexander McQueen will be dedicated by the Costume Institute in New York with a retrospective to be opened from next 4th May until 31st July.

'Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty'; The Costume Institute, 1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street, 
New York, May 4 - July 31, 2011

Royal Honeymoon: Which Beachwear Brands for Duchess Kate?

The Royal honeymoon has been delayed for a while, but accordingly to rumours going on before the wedding, Catherine Duchess of Cambridge had already visited the beachwear department at Harrods time ago.

I really hope she chose some of my favourite brands there available such as Pucci, La Perla and Missoni Mare. Here to follow a gallery of some lovely pieces of the labels, that would suit beautifully on her.

Gucci for Japan Charity Bracelet

Since last week, a charity bracelet has debuted at Gucci stores throughout Japan.

From May on, the bracelet will be available in Gucci flagship stores across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The donation of all sales will support the recovery efforts in Japan. 

Dalla scorsa settimana, il bracciale a sostegno del Giappone ha fatto il suo debutto in quel paese.

Dal mese di maggio, il bracciale diventa disponibile negli stores Gucci di Stati Uniti, Europa e resto dell'Asia. 

Il ricavato di tutte le vendite sarà destinato a supportare l'impegno per la ricostruzione dopo il terremoto.

My New Givenchy Bag: Three Different Styles

Yesterday, I bought a Nightingale Givenchy Bag, this purchase has inspired me for the creation of three new Polyvore sets for three different ways to wear the bag.I love them all...

Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen on the Wedding Dress she Designed



Sarah Burton, Creative Director at Alexander McQueen

Finally, Sarah Burton comments on how it was working on the stunning white gown she designed for Kate Middleton. Here is the official statement she has just released:

"Inspiration Dior" Exhibition in Moscow: Preview

The exhibition was inaugurated a couple of days ago at the Museum of Fine Arts in Moscow.