Archive for the 'Fashion' Category

The British fashion world was recently shocked by the sudden death of its top designer. The subversive nature of Lee Alexander McQueen’s creations meant that this frequently difficult, stubborn and awkward man was considered notorious rather than merely famous.

Born on 17th March 1969 in the London suburb of Lewisham, McQueen’s ambition to become a top designer was a childhood dream but his failure to shine at school meant that his path to creative greatness was never going to be straightforward.Continue reading…Alexander McQueen – British fashion’s favourite bad boy…

Like a velvet revolution, a seamless new movement is making its presence felt in the upper echelons of men’s couture. Savile Row, the bastion of tailored quality, is being challenged by a new generation of couturiers that revive old-fashioned skills whilst creating exciting new designs. Oscar Udeshi is one of the leading lights of this new direction in men’s fashion.

The former banker had a career that involved travel, money and great perks, yet he gave it all up to commit himself to an entirely new calling. Rather than simply join the legions of designer wannabes, this economics and philosophy graduate really had something to say, and it’s a message that is helping to revitalise London’s luxury men’s fashion sector.

Continue reading…The tailored revolution…

The name Fabergé forever connects Russia with sublime works of jewellery. For many decades the famous maker of those iconic imperial Easter eggs and other exquisite works of art seemed destined for the annals of history. Now, as Russia regains its confidence and dynamism it is only fitting that the long absence has come to an end…

Continue reading…Fabergé, the return of a famous name…

For many women – and a growing number of men – fashion is so much more than just clothing. It amounts to more than simply choosing the right outfit. As with many of the things we desire and aspire to, fashion – like fast cars and dream homes – is all about making us feel good.

But there’s a difference: clothes maketh the man, or rather, the woman, for few things affect the way the world sees us and the way we feel about ourselves as what we wear and how we wear it. To look great in a stylish new outfit is to feel comfortable, trendy, attractive and confident. Without wanting to read too much into it, this is the sense of wellbeing that feeling good in your (second) skin can give you.

Continue reading…Begoña Buqué, a question of taste…

If you would like your big day to be just a bit, well, bigger there is a solution. For a cool million US dollars Rome’s grand luxe Hotel Rome Cavalieri will take care of the day for you – and we can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

First of all the bride and groom will be flown to Rome by private jet, then travel to the hotel in a chauffeur-driven vintage car. They will then be checked in to the Penthouse Suite, which is 250m2 of top quality accommodation, characterised by some truly unique touches that include four Warhol originals, a panoramic roof terrace with private whirlpool and a king-sized bed made up with the finest monogrammed Italian linen, which will be shipped to the bride and groom’s home after the wedding.

Continue reading…Million dollar wedding…

Most of us love to show our pets a good time – a relaxing walk on the beach, a lively game of catch with a Frisbee, the finest dog food money can buy, maybe even a diamante-encrusted collar. However, those ingenious people at Philly & Moe have raised the bar with their new line of canine couture.Continue reading…For the dog who has everything – a tutu?…

The Dior new jewellery collection is not something that one would normally associate with an upmarket label. Designed by Victoire de Castellane, official designer for Dior since 1998, this provocative collection consists of four mementos mori fashioned from jade, obsidian, opal and quartz. The crystal skulls are accessorised with white gold and diamonds.

Continue reading…A King for your Queen…