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Monday, November 2nd, 2009
After winning the Young Designer of the Year Award at the Scottish Fashion Awards, and showing a triumphant collection at London Fashion Week’s Fashion East, Holly Fulton is grateful. ”I am very proud to be Scottish, and flattered to be alongside Christopher Kane and Jonathan Saunders. Their level of success is good to aim for,” said the designer. Armed with Art Deco graphics and taking cues from haute couture, Fulton’s design viewpoint is gathering her much respect in the fashion world. Keep an eye on this one.
For more information go to: Â www.hollyfulton.com
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Images via: hollyfulton.com
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Saturday, October 24th, 2009
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
 Italian brand Daggs presents its Summer 2010 Men’s Collection. Described as vintage-chic, the collection embodies sophistication and style in a very relaxed and casual way. “A clean silhouette, vaguely retro and super slim with colors robbed from the winter. Bordeaux, green and brown pulverize to create indefinite and warm shades,” says Marco Risaliti, from Daggs. Enjoy this exclusive!
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
A jewelry line focused on masterpieces you can wear.
by MELISSA ALVARADO SIERRA for FTV | tFS
Sisters Aimeé and Katia Suero are not new to the fashion scene, especially after holding a repertoire that contains stints at Óscar de la Renta, Donna Karan, Simón Alcántara and Edmundo Castillo. But back in 2006, the duo decided to branch out and spring anew to invent jewelry on their own. Milla Concepts was then born out of sisterly love and a background that proves to be a perfect fit. Aimeé Suero studied at the Altos de Chavón School of Design, a well-known institution in the Dominican Republic affiliated with Parsons. Aimeé handcrafts the pieces, while Katia Suero bestows her marketing expertise to promote the brand.

The result of their collaboration consists of three collections aptly named Princess, Chains and One of a Kind. Their seemingly bricolage approach to conceiving their impressive necklaces for the One of a Kind collection, for example, is in reality a meticulously orchestrated design. Each necklace features a distinct color palette, varying slightly in form, but all echoing an almost Fulani tribal aesthetic. Their other collections include über-cool plastic chain necklaces and delicate designs - all with a defiantly feminine mystique. The pieces are made of luxurious materials such as silk, nylon, semi-precious stones and Argentinean silver.
Milla Concepts centralizes on handcrafted creations that are truly masterpieces for your neck. The Suero’s believe in timeless, wearable art. That’s what drives their design process, culminating in intricate pieces that are meant for today, tomorrow, and forever.
Browse all collections at millaconcepts.com
Interview:
  Sister, Sister | Katia and Aimeé Suero
tFS: How did you girls came up with the name, Milla Concepts?
MC: Milla is a nickname that uncle Edmundo Castillo put Aimeé when she was little. It made sense because it’s a family business.
tFS: How do you get inspired when designing?
MC: From traveling and living…
tFS: What other jewelry designers do you admire?
MC: JAR
tFS: How would you describe your personal style?
MC: Our style is a little mix of everything. Depends on the mood!
tFS: What trend do you love right now?
MC: A mix of Graphic + Organic.
tFS: What trend do you hate?
MC: Fashion victims.
tFS: What’s something every woman needs?
MC: A beautiful necklace!
Photo Credit:Â Andrea Barbiroli
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Sunday, September 20th, 2009
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Now, amidst a financial crisis rage, seems to be the perfect moment for fashion devotees to be fêted by a fashion publication that sets itself apart from celebrity and commercially-charged print giants. In fashion, when times get tough, innovation goes a long way.Â
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The name of said publication might puzzle you a tad though; The Last Magazine, first published about a year ago. One of its creators, Magnus Berger, says of the name, “it might sound cocky, but it’s a play on that whole discussion that print journalism is in its final throws, which we don’t agree with.”
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The magazine’s expose is a big chunk of the allure, published in an oversize newspaper format similar to that of French magazine Egoiste and 80s British magazine Ritz. The Last is enveloped in a paper wrap and includes poster-size editorials that are sure to blow your mind.Â
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The brainchildren behind The Last are design royalty Magnus Berger and Tenzin Wild. Berger, also known as Julia Restoin’s ex-boyfriend and Baron Baron’s former art director, commented on the importance of the glossy, “I feel like at a lot of magazines it was always the same people working and it was really hard for the younger guys to get into it and get their work published. Not just with fashion, a lot of new artists, new music, new designers. The whole idea now is to promote a new generation.”
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With brand new faces, including plenty of up and coming stylists, photographers and writers, the prospect of fresh blood is simply exciting. Appointed by a non-jaundiced mix of inspirations, marked by iffy personalities, and inspired by an “all things new” philosophy, The Last Magazine proves to be a lot more than just another fashion rag.
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Wednesday, September 9th, 2009
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Summer is over and all we’ve got are the memories of pretty darn good times. All over the globe crowds congregated at diverse summer music festivals to dance, celebrate and liberate. Every festival has its own style tempo depending on the music genre, fashion is then an undeniable part of the festival charm.
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After giving it serious thought, I preferred to compile only the looks that are authentically stylish and not so trend-obsessed. Believe me, I bumped into some infectiously tiring get-ups, from Glastonbury’s Kate Moss wannabes to Electric Daisy’s neon queens, I saw and then moaned.
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But scouring for the truly stylish has its perks, so I scratched the surface to unearth only the unique. After attending and researching countless of festivals, carnivals and street events, I now uncover a combination of exclusively the best of what festival goers wore; including performers, celebrities, fellow journalists, and of course the always eye-filling attendees.Â
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Thursday, August 27th, 2009
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‘In a global initiative to promote retail, restore consumer confidence, and celebrate fashion, U.S. and international editions of Vogue are coordinating evening extravaganzas in their respective world fashion capitals.’
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From London to New York to Milan to Mumbai, the international editions of VOGUE invite readers to a night of fashion creativity and amazement. “It seems important to mobilise and celebrate fashion, and show that despite the difficult times we more than ever need the enchantment and pleasure fashion brings,” said French Vogue editor Carine Roitfeld.
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As part of a global initiative, VOGUE has partenered with flagships, tiny boutiques, massive department stores, young designers, mainstream chains, and niche luxury names alike to open late the night of September 10th and let anyone and everyone in and meet Vogue writers, models and designers who will also be offering lessons in style.
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In London, VOGUE has designed a limited-edition T-shirt for sale on the night, with 100 per cent of money raised going to Crisis, the UK charity for the homeless. This unprecedented event will take place simultaneosly in 13 countries around the world; France, United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Brazil, China, Taiwan, Germany, Greece, India, Russia and Japan. Â
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Wednesday, June 24th, 2009
  A trip to the Caribbean may be on most people’s dream list this season, but a paradise-energized wardrobe can spice up your summer no matter where you’re at. Take note as we visit the Caribbean in search of the latest summer trends, the island way.Â
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Walks on the beach, enjoying exotic drinks and an year-round tan is only the beginning when it comes to describing a Caribbean lifestyle. What you wear in these tropical locations is as influential as the scenery. In the alluring island of Puerto Rico, fashion designers go above and beyond to invent colorful, breezy and sexy ensembles that are true to the Caribbean aesthetic. We attended the San Juan Summer Fest which recently showcased some of the best fashion designers on the island, and they filled the runway with dreamy sun dresses, flaunty bikinis and blazing brights galore. Here’s a taste of the Resort Collection from top designers David Antonio, Eddie Guerrero and Nico&Adrian.    Â
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David Antonio’s sunny frocks were refreshing, light and sexy. The designer described his collection as a fresh take on the traditional summer dress, making his pieces ideal garbs for a resort escapade.   Â
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Nico&Adrian wowed the audience with their impeccable color palette and fashion-forward style. We had a chance to talk to Adrian Alicea and learned about his impressive resume that includes stints with Gaultier, Armani and Westwood to name a few. Since starting Nico&Adrian, the designers’ creations have been featured on the cover of Italian Vogue, Men’s Vogue, Jalouse, Número and more.  Alicea is originally from Puerto Rico and currently resides in New York.   Â
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Eddie Guerrero’s creativity always goes the extra mile. This time the designer’s inspiration came from colorful tattoos and Asian motifs. The figure-flattering mini dresses and skirts were remarkable along with some seriously slinky bikinis.   The San Juan Summer Fest also featured jewelry from local designers as well as the opportunity for savvy fashionistas to mingle and enjoy the night with local electronic music as a backdrop. Here are some images of the stylish attendees we found at the event.Â
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Sunday, October 19th, 2008
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 Lisbon Fashion Week translated itself into a multi-day event where rich embroidered textiles, fusing prosperous designs and well-off patterns made heads shake and mouths drop with the imagery exposed on the catwalk.Â
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Fashion designers profiled their spring-summer collections with bright, strong colors. Low cuts, flowing textiles and breezy materials suggested this was a summer festival. Besides models and couture fusionists, Portugal’s fashion week has raised its children well. All who made an appearance this season have defiantly obtained their success through past presences.
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After a very dark winter with black as king, the next season pronounced itself lighter. Most collections showed palettes of white and pastels, mixed with strong colours like fuchsia, yellow, green and red. More than shape, the fabrics were the main focus and most designers played up the contrast of patterns and on detailed garments.Â
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Saturday, October 4th, 2008
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The economy’s status didn’t seem to worry designers for Milan Fashion Week, as they invested in enough gold to “restock the Bank of England.” Lustrous metallics defined spring’s wardrobe. Miuccia Prada said that gold was “one’s of womens earliest obsessions,” and her collection was true to that premise. Jackets, waist skirts and bras in cotton and silk were embellished with antique golden threads that folded the body.
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The shows in Milan resembled some of the trends found on the London catwalks, especially with all the jumpsuits, all-in-ones and dungarees. Thankfully, the unflattering harem pants seen at all other fashion weeks were not spotted in Milan. Transparency made a comeback, again, with knees showing under skirts made of tulle, and chiffon trousers.
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If you want to get ahead of the season, invest in gold. Mix several necklaces together for an atonishing oversized piece of jewelry, as seen at Dolce & Gabbana, wear your boyfriend’s pyjama shirt with a waisted skirt, and you’re ready to go. Oh, and don’t forget your heels!
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Ten top trends: from The Telegraph UK
• Transparency Tasteful, never tacky; a hint, as at Fendi, Marni, Pucci.
• Heavy metal Bring on the bling. Gold, bronze, silver, pewter, platinum at Prada, Versace, Armani, Burberry
• Geometry The “Box” skirt at Versace; circle, pentagonal and rectangle sleeves and skirts at D&G
• Cut-out effects Lattice, diamond and circular “peep-holes”
• Spot, stripe and graphic prints Time to prune - flowers out, maths in at Marni, Pollini and Missoni.
• Fringing The new embellishment
• All white Dungarees and singlets at MaxMara, dresses/suits at Versace
• Colour me Orange, yellow and all the greens, earth and terracotta hues
• 1970s/1980s Jumpsuits, batwing sleeves, flared trousers, blousons, kaftans, micros at Moschino, Dsquared2 and Cavalli
• Neckpieces Huge, chunky, jewelled collars and pendantsÂ
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