It seems appropriate that in his final collection, Alexander McQueen - a master craftsman of fashion design - paid tribute to the Old Masters of fine art. His inspirations ranged from ranged from Byzantine art to the carvings of Grinling Gibbons, and each piece was as breathtaking as the one before it. Intricate brocades, billowing capes, ornate gold leaves, and religious symbolism all featured in what was an emotional moment for many. Presentation of his post-humorous Autumn/Winter 2010-11 collection was held in private showings in Paris out of respect for the late designer, who took his own life last month. "Each piece is unique, as was he," said the show notes, in what was a sad yet also fitting finale for McQueen. Click play on video above to watch a slide show of images from the collection.
Since revealing that she'd like to try her hand at acting, Agyness Deyn is clocking up a string of admirable on-screen appearances. For her latest project, the British model stars in a 1930s-style short film, Mean to Me, directed by Peter McGough. In the film noir piece, Agy plays a woman living with an older man, played by Law & Order's Linus Roache, of whom she has been tearfully rejected by. So, what are the critics saying? Click on to find out...
Sex kitten was the theme of Versace's latest autumn/winter 2010-11 with an array of super-slick, metallic sci-fi pieces. Strong tailoring appeared in suede coats, biker jackets and asymmetric cut dresses and patchwork trousers. Bold colours in bright blue, orange, yellow, and aqua. Click play on the video above to watch the show.
Victoria's Secret Angels stormed the runway at yesterday's Prada show in Milan. Miranda Kerr, Doutzen Kroes, Alessandra Ambrosio, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Bianca Balti were surprise additions to the show, which presented a Mad Men-inspired collection that seemed focused on the boob-age area.
That's right, Miuccia Prada is all about the breasts for autumn/winter 2010-11, much to the delight of many menfolk I'm sure. According to Miuccia, sexiness is in the covering up, and not baring all.
Her collection consisted of '50s style long-sleeved wool dresses featuring bell skirts, high necks and A-line hems. These were matched with lady-like cropped jackets, cable knits, patterned tights, and library-chic glasses. Click through to watch two videos of the show...
Snow bunnies this one is for you! The boys at D&G have created an Alpine treat for their autumn/winter 2010 collection, sending down the runway a knitwear fest full of one piece jumpsuits, cable sweaters, and reindeer jumpers that Bridget Jones herself wouldn't turn down if given half a chance. Oversized furry boots and ski goggles included, there were also flashes of silk in baggy bloomers, and floral prints in long skirts. Adding a feminine touch were chiffon blouses with pussy bow neck ties. Very cute!
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Taking their cues from modern architecture, Peter Pilotto and his partner Christopher De Vos, presented a collection of their signature prints and geometric shapes. Blurry graphic prints were constructed around the body with panels of metallic material, coloured leather and fur. Tailoring was strong in cropped tweed jackets and high waist trousers which were finished off with a fox stole. Watch a video of the collection above.
Marios Schwab's Austrian heritage was clearly the inspiration behind his A/W 2010-11 collection. Reworking the classic pinafore, Schwab unveiled a series of mute-coloured pieces comprising of white collarless shirts, knit dresses, cropped jackets and bib dresses laced in front with eyelets. Rich colours in plum, dark raspberry, teal and purple gave warmth to his collection, while Schwab once again succeeded at adding a modern twist to the most simplest of items. Watch a video of the show above.
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Victoria's Secret Angels stormed the runway at yesterday's Prada show in Milan. Miranda Kerr, Doutzen Kroes, Alessandra Ambrosio, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Bianca Balti were surprise additions to the show, which presented a Mad Men-inspired collection that seemed focused on the boob-age area.
