Pringle of Scotland
December 7, 2011 – 8:35 am | No Comment

For Alistair Carr’s third collection at Pringle , the Balenciaga-trained designer took things literally: “I looked at the classic knit pieces in the archives and wanted to twist things up a bit—so I did: I just twisted it.” Twisted collar and seam details pepper the collection alongside other modern interpretations of the heritage company’s archives. Instead of a twinset, Carr gives us the “triple set”: a coat, sweater, and trousers, the latter two whipped up from the same butter-soft cashmere knit. There was a refit of the iconic Pringle argyle pattern, too, with each argyle amplified and sewn on a sweater in acid-colored crystals, throwing off a 3-D effect.

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Alexander McQueen release affordable Pippa Middleton inspired Bridesmaid gown
December 7, 2011 – 12:57 am | No Comment
Alexander McQueen release affordable Pippa Middleton inspired Bridesmaid gown

When Kate and William married in April this year, of course all eyes were on the magnificent wedding dress, but eyes briefly swayed onto Bridesmaid Pippa Middleton who was also sporting a gorgeous Alexander McQueen creation. Alexander McQueen release affordable Pippa Middleton inspired Bridesmaid gown is a post from: Celebrity Style Tips, Fashion Advice, Gossip and Shopping

Lady Gaga launches ‘Twelve Days of Gaga’ wearing custom Chanel gown
December 7, 2011 – 12:57 am | No Comment
Lady Gaga launches ‘Twelve Days of Gaga’ wearing custom Chanel gown

Last week we brought you the news that Department Store Barney’s was to launch a ‘Twelve Days of Gaga’ workshop as part of their Christmas celebrations. Lady Gaga launches ‘Twelve Days of Gaga’ wearing custom Chanel gown is a post from: Celebrity Style Tips, Fashion Advice, Gossip and Shopping

Rihanna becomes designer for Armani
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Rihanna becomes designer for Armani

Rihanna was the new face of Armani Jeans and Underwear , replacing actress Megan Fox. She fronted the advertising campaign sporting a short blonde look and wearing the label’s latest creations of jumper and jeans against an old-school car backdrop

Fashion Blogger Emily Johnston designs one-off handbag for Coach
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Fashion Blogger Emily Johnston designs one-off handbag for Coach

Over the past few years bloggers have really infiltrated the fashion industry. Fashion insiders have welcomed them with open arms while others have wrinkled their noses up at them, but you can’t deny that they’ve made one hell of an impression. This is no longer girls in their bedrooms writing for fun, blogging has now turned into a fully fledged career for some and many fashion blogs receive thousands, even millions of hits per month

Alexa Chung Beats Kate Middleton To The British Fashion Awards’s Style Icon Crown
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Alexa Chung Beats Kate Middleton To The British Fashion Awards’s Style Icon Crown

Kate Middleton may be at the top of Harper’s Bazaar Best Dressed List and People Magazine’s Best Dressed List but it seems that she can’t top them all and has been beaten from the top spot by none other than fashion Royalty, Alexa Chung. Alexa Chung Beats Kate Middleton To The British Fashion Awards’s Style Icon Crown is a post from: Celebrity Style Tips, Fashion Advice, Gossip and Shopping

H&M Announce Spring Collaboration with Marni
December 7, 2011 – 12:56 am | No Comment
H&M Announce Spring Collaboration with Marni

It’s barely been two weeks since the Versace for H&M Collection launched on both sides of the pond, and already the High Street giant, H&M, has announced their next collaboration.

Victoria Beckham Wins ‘Designer Brand Of The Year’ at British Fashion Awards 2011
December 7, 2011 – 12:56 am | No Comment
Victoria Beckham Wins ‘Designer Brand Of The Year’ at British Fashion Awards 2011

She’s come a long way since her Spice Girls days. These days, Victoria Beckham is one of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities and over the past few years, she has worked tirelessly to build a designer brand in her name. Her collections have repeatedly received positive reactions and she has been honoured with the title of ‘Designer Brand Of The Year’ at this year’s British Fashion Awards.

Sarah Burton Wins ‘Designer Of The Year’ at British Fashion Awards 2011
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Sarah Burton Wins ‘Designer Of The Year’ at British Fashion Awards 2011

Alexander McQueen successor, Sarah Burton, has two dresses in particular to thank for her brilliant year at the helm of the British designer label. Yes, you’ve guessed right, those Royal Wedding dresses worn by Kate and Pippa Middleton

Bella Swan’s Carolina Herrera Wedding Dress To Be Reproduced
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Bella Swan’s Carolina Herrera Wedding Dress To Be Reproduced

Kate Middleton’s Wedding may have been the most anticipated day of the year in real life, but Bella Swan’s was the most looked forward to wedding in the fictional world. Finally, fans all over the world have been given what they’ve been waiting for, a glimpse of Bella’s $35,000 Carolina Herrera Wedding dress. Bella Swan’s Carolina Herrera Wedding Dress To Be Reproduced is a post from: Celebrity Style Tips, Fashion Advice, Gossip and Shopping

Sir Paul Smith to receive BFC’s outstanding achievement award
December 6, 2011 – 10:55 pm | No Comment

According to a recent press release of the British Fashion Council (BFC), Sir Paul Smith will receive the Outstanding Achievement Award at this year’s British Fashion Awards on November 28. This special award celebrates the achievement of a designer whose work has had an exceptional impact on global fashion.Four times previous British Fashion Awards winner, Paul Smith has been the recipient of Menswear Designer (1997/1999), Classic Designer (2001) and Contemporary Designer (2003). This award for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion Design was voted for by a panel of leading internationally acclaimed journalists and retailers to recognize Sir Smith’s career and contribution to the British fashion industry.Sir Smith is revered for his designs which are described as “classics with a twist” and for his signature idiosyncratic take on traditional British styling in both his fashion collections and shops.Within 20 years Sir Smith had established himself as a pre-eminent British designer.