Dolce & Gabbana Catwalk Fashion Show Milan FW2012

Domenico and Stefano’s ultimate male muse David Gandy didn’t walk in Dolce & Gabbana’s menswear show. He attended the show as one of the special guests, next to Beyoncé’s sister Solange (who has just signed with Next Models) and a few Italian stars.

It was a classic and very Italian show, which had the brand’s masculine tailoring tradition as it’s starting point.

The collection was all about coats (and capes). They were thick and heavy and looked rich due to the many golden embroideries added. They formed quite a contrast next to few the shirtless guys in their camel colored Long Johns and boxers. Yet it seemed bodywear was a big part of the show, since multiple silk pajama’s (we think: Chuck Bass from Gossip Girl) were presented along the way.

Pinstriped, burgundy, velvet or gold and shiny; there were more than enough evening looks to choose from, topped off by a playful ribbon bow tie and a Sicilian cap every now and then.

The full looks, as they were presented on the runway, maybe were a bit too luxurious for most men. Yet there were enough sole pieces to mix and match into a man’s everyday wardrobe.

Prabal Gurung Catwalk Fashion Show New York SS2012

For his sumer collection Prabal Gurung brought sweetness and bondage together. Inspired by Japanese photographer Nobuyoshi Araki he came up with a gorgeous sensual flower print that he used in most of his designs. It was there on his dresses, shorts, skirts and pants finished off by dark lines and edges.

Apart from the vivid print there was a lot of sheerness too. Dresses had cut-outs in all imaginable places and transparent fabrics were used to cover up arms and legs. Gurung used sequins, lace, latex in shades like turquoise, purple, white and black.

His models looked confident, sexy and tough, just like he intended to. Yet it felt like there was a little too much going on at once. He might have pushed the boundaries a little too far with the dark edges, the sheer fabric ánd the cutouts.

But that surely won’t stop front row Nicki Minaj from wearing his designs; she is all about taking her outfits to the next level and not giving a damn.

 

Trend Report FW2011: Let’s Get Crazy! – Beauty

Ladies, don’t try this at home! Unless you’re up for some kind of theme party, of course. ‘Cause these crazy beauty looks are best worn only on the runway.

Golden bags under your eyes (Gareth Pugh), highlighted strong brows (Frankie Morello), the nose of a Dalmation dog (Unique), some colorful confetti (Gray) or just  a big splash of red paint (Viktor & Rolf), these were the craziest make-up looks we spotted for fall/winter 2011/2012.

Check out the gallery & get inspired!

Trend Report FW2011: Chunky Chokers

It can look kinda extreme, but if you mix a choker with the right kind of outfit, it will look stunning.

Now there are a couple of rules when wearing this neckpiece.
Unless you’re name is Anna dello Russo keep it subtle! A choker is already a strong statement piece so don’t choose the biggest one in the bunch.
Also, let the choker speak and don’t overshadow it by wearing an edgy outfit.
Wear a strapless top/dress or opt for a round neckline.
Leave your earrings and hairaccessories at home.
Never wear it too tight. You don’t wanna get out of breath.

Just look at some of the amazing examples Balmain, Bottega Veneta, Michael Kors, Yves Saint Laurent and Ungaro set. You gotta love it!

Trend Report FW2011: Amazing Coats

In winter time a good coat can be your very best friend. Rain, storm, snow or freezing cold; these comfy examples will get you through any kind of weather.

And it seems long and hairy is the way to go. Camel coats are over, it’s all about (fake) fur right now.

Also search for a jacket in which different textures are combined. Wool and leather, nylon and fur; it’s the mixture of fabrics that will make you(r coat) stand out.

Finally, if you bump into a structural coat, buy it! Accentuated shoulders, wide sleeves; this autumn it’s all about extreme forms and shapes.

Just look at the amazing coats Burberry, Versace, Louis Vuitton and Dries van Noten presented on the runway.

Trend Report FW2011: Minimalism 2.0

The Blumarine show was all about two of last season’s trends: color blocking and minimalism. And lucky for the Italian brand both trends are still a hit this fall.

Though slightly different, the minimalism trend is again very popular.

Chloé and Celine, who started the trend at first, have headed into a new direction, yet Calvin Klein and Jil Sander continue on with the minimalism.

The trend is shown in a slightly different way with more combinations of fabrics and even a print every now and then. Shapes however are staying very plain and simple, like we saw this summer.

Check the minimalism interpretations of Lanvin, Valentino, Rick Owens and Costume National in the gallery below.

 

Trend Report FW2011: Hat Woman

As of this season hats are officially back in fashion! After seeing some amazing hats at Kenzo (last season) and Gucci (fall/winter) we cannot help but want to get our hands on one of our own.

The seventies revival made floppy hats all the rage again, yet there were plenty more hats to be seen on the international runways.

Furry (Issa), Boyish (Dolce & Gabbana), Animal shaped (Givenchy), Peter Pan-ish (Pucci) or colored (Blugirl & Gucci), just pick your favorite.

And if those designer pieces are a little too expensive you’ll find the coolest hats at H&M, Asos and Zara as well.

Who needs sunglasses anymore after a short night of sleep? Just hide under your fedora…

Trend Report FW2011: Ruby (Ruby, Ruby, Ruby!)

It was not just any red we saw on the runway last season. It was a shiny, simmering, rich kind of red, inspired by ruby jewels.

Although known for this rich kind of red Valentino wasn’t joining in on this trend. It was Diane von Furstenberg, Sonia Rykiel and Prabal Gurung and Gucci who did.

A great shade to combine with some of the other jewel tones (citrine, amethyst, sapphire). But just as great on it’s own.

Check our gallery below for some inspiration.

Trend Report FW2011: Beyond Bondage

Although the bondage look seems quite extreme, it can in fact be very wearable.

You just need to look past the dramatic capes (Mark Fast), crazy hats (Givenchy) and strategically placed sexual leather pieces (Mugler, Ungaro).

Then you’ll definitely find some cute leather dresses (Michael Kors, Lanvin, Etro, G-Star), some decent black jackets (Givenchy) and some pretty wearable tops (Emporio Armani).

And in case you do have an extreme fetish fashion party comin’ up, just feel inspired by some of the greatest designers who worked the bondage theme like there’s no tomorrow (see below).

 

Trend Report FW2011: Light as.. Fur!

Defying the cold was never this glamorous. These fabulous furs will keep you warm in any kind of winter weather.

And instead of black or brown, light colored fur is the way the go. Go for white like Burberry, Oscar de la Renta and Alexander McQueen. Match your white fur coat with an all white look (incl. accessories).

If you think a complete fur coat is too much, try fur details (on the cuffs, collar and shoulders) to start with.

Snow white and the ice queen have got nothing on you girl, ’cause you’ll sure look Winter Wonderful!

 

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