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NEW @ CAFÉ ROYAL + COMP CHAMPAGNECelebrate Chelsea Flower Show in the Ten Room at Café Royal hotel from Tuesday 21 May – Sunday 26 May 2013
Enjoy a floral installation created by renowned florist, Jamie Aston, while dining on a delectable menu featuring edible flowers.
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Topic: Fashion
Claw and marble skull cufflinks
Just released silver-plated metal cufflinks with a white marble skull and logo engraved ball. Finer details set style-savvy men apart; these macabre cufflinks from Alexander McQueen make for a dramatic finish.
Blown Away
She famously wore couture to breakfast, was a muse to milliner Philip Treacy and championed the late, great Alexander McQueen – breaking and redefining the fashion rules with her eccentric style. So, it comes as no surprise that six years after her tragic suicide, Isabella Blow’s maverick style should be honoured for all to enjoy in a major exhibition.
‘Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore!’ at London’s Somerset House...
Launches 20th November 2013
Let’s Make Time For The Ladies
Basel World 2013 is just around the corner and all accessory brands are launching their Pre-Basel watch collections in preparation. Blancpain has joined the luxury launches with two exquisitely designed rose gold watches.
Launching: TBC
Summer is On the Way
Springtime has so far seen rain, grey skies and snowy days. But summer is on its way and Louis Vuitton is embracing the warmth of the Mediterranean by splashing sunshine hues onto its latest bag collection...
Launching: Some currently, some imminently
PARIS FASHION WEEK HIGHLIGHTS
While most of us long for summer to grace us, AW13/14 Paris Fashion Week came to an end earlier this month. As expected, the big-name luxury fashion houses did not disappoint. Key looks included: curved hems, voluminous tops, and narrow bottoms. Lanvin revisited the thirties showcasing feminine prom-style dresses and flared skirts worn with flat masculine footwear. From Chanel to Valentino and Alexandra McQueen, the breathtaking clothes showed all the essential looks of the season. From regal themed bold pieces to PVC polo necks, designers frequently displayed a versatile and intriguing French touch...
Launching: Autumn 2013
INNOVATIVE ACCESSORY
Pushing beyond the boundaries where function meets high fashion, the recently released watch from Karl Lagerfeld Watches is strictly for style innovators making an investment in statement style. Made in polished stainless steel with a black sunray dial and eye-catching hardware accents, it elegantly captures the spirit of the legendary designer.
Switch back from Ballet Pumps to Balmorals
British footwear designer, Nicholas Kirkwood’s most recent designs turned many a head at the Victoria’s Secret catwalk show earlier this year. Now the 32-year-old British designer has returned his attention to men’s fashion, extending his range with architecturally inspired pieces.
Nicholas Kirkwood shoes are 100% handcrafted in Italy and made from the highest-grade materials available, often utilising innovative techniques to develop custom-made leathers and fabrics. The new collection comprises of 6 main styles, which will be released in 21 variations.
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Timepieces of the Year
2013 is a big year for Cartier, but the most talked about upcoming launch from the luxury jeweller and watchmakers is the Crash Limited Edition Watch Series. Timepieces in the series will feature 18-carat white or rose gold cases, set in a weird and wonderful shaped face. The unusual characteristic created quite a buzz at this year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva...
Launching: Late 2013
Knightsbridge to Welcome Tom Ford
Tom Ford, fashion mogul and now Oscar-nominated film director, has announced plans to open the UK's first Tom Ford flagship store. The former Gucci designer and creative director at Yves Saint Laurent is taking his own self-titled label to new heights after confirming the boutique’s opening only a year after the launch of his womenswear shop in Harrods.
The opening of the London flagship is a milestone in the growth and expansion of the Tom Ford brand and it’s not hard to see why. Tom Ford, London will occupy 201-206 Sloane Street in the heart of Knightsbridge, London’s home of luxury and big name fashion brands. Ford joins Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and Alberta Ferretti to name a few at the notoriously lavish shopping destination.
Most importantly, the boutique will stock the designer’s full product range including menswear, which is currently only available at Selfridges...
Opening: Autumn 2013
Versace Collaboration Rumours
Alternative British singer/songwriter Mathangi Arulpragasam, better known as M.I.A, has reportedly confirmed she has been working with Italian fashion house Versace for its 2013 spring/summer collection. The unorthodox musician’s famous ‘out there’ style makes this a perfect fashion-meets-music collaboration for the popular fashion house. Versace has yet to confirm these rumours.
Launching: Spring 2013
Louboutin Beauty
French shoemaker Christian Louboutin built his empire on a bottle of red nail polish after painting his first pair of iconic red soles back in 1992. Now in 2013, he plans to expand that empire with the launch of Christian Louboutin Beatué, a new cosmetic line and designer make up range.
After beauty sector success from the likes of Tom Ford and Marc Jacobs, it seems this is the bandwagon to jump on to. Unfortunately not much information has been released about the luxury products themselves, however we do know Louboutin is in partnership with New York based beauty salon Batallure Beauty LLC and is set to launch in late 2013.
Launching: Late 2013
The New Spiritual Home For Jimmy Choo Men
Jimmy Choo is deemed as one of the most influential footwear brands in the fashion industry. Starting out as a solo shoemaker hand making intricately designed women’s shoes, the designer enjoyed exposure through Vogue magazine and his designs were famously favoured by Princess Diana herself. The prominent fashion label has since become the leading British shoe and accessories brand. Now it has been confirmed that Jimmy Choo is to launch a new menswear flagship store this spring.
Set in London’s luxury district, Mayfair’s Dover Street is to be the new home of the men’s standalone store. The new store will span two floors and house men’s shoes and accessories including designer bags, belts, scarves and other leather goods. With the store in the good company of esteemed fashion houses such as Christian Louboutin, Gazelli Art House and Alexander McQueen, the 1,200 square-foot space will stand in one of London’s key shopping destinations for luxury fashion and cutting-edge designers...
Opening: Spring 2013
Finest Seven and Felder Felder
Although the midst of the Christmas season may not seem like the time to talk about sunglasses, it appears never too soon for the fashion world. The new range of sunglasses in British design duo, Felder Felder’s mainline spring/summer collection 2013, show a unique collaboration with Finest Seven, a luxury eyewear brand...
Launching: Spring 2013
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The Lockit Collection
Louis Vuitton is synonymous with high fashion; over the decades it has earned its status as an iconic global brand. Some who have reached this status might rest on their laurels, but not Louis Vuitton, which continues to create effortless objects of desire...
Launching: January 2013
Price: TBC
Definitely not a weeping Willow
First there was the Bayswater, then the Alexa, followed by the Del Rey, these names are synonymous with luxury fashion brand Mulberry, now it’s the ‘Willow’s turn to create a buzz. As one of the many highlights at Mulberry’s 2013 Spring/Summer show, the updated bag design has been described as ‘timeless’, ‘elegant’ and ‘practical’. The Willow in its new form, with a detachable clutch, reaffirms Mulberry’s standing as the go-to brand for coveted accessories...
Launching: Spring 2013
Price: TBC
Hermes and COMME des GARÇONS Collaboration
When two distinguished brands announce a collaborative project, the fashion world takes note. Japanese designer Rei Kawakubo from COMME des GARÇONS and Hermès are to release two exclusive limited-edition collections of mythical silk scarves...
Launch: February 2013
Price: TBC
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Hublot makes a Bang with the ‘Zebra Bang’
Luxury watch brand Hublot has been known for its classic style since the 1980s. However when Jean Claude Biver joined the company in 2004, and created the definitive Big Bang Series, he took the company to new realms of success. Now these Hublot creations are amongst the most sought after fashionable accessories for men and women.
Their 2013 collection has added another inspirational design to the stylish collection; The Big Bang Zebra Bang...
Launching: 2013
Price: TBC
Lagerfeld does Lego
Chanel, known for its distinct fashion and timeless handbag designs, has never failed to produce new twists on classic items, and its Spring/ Summer 2013 collection did not disappoint...
Launching: Spring 2013
Price: TBC
The latest Chanel beach accessory
The hula-hoop bag was the most talked about item on the Chanel spring/summer 2013 catwalk, and it’s now set to go on sale. The handbag in an extremely oversized hoop was strutted down the catwalk at Paris Fashion Week creating the buzz of the season. Unfortunately the only version that will go on sale will be smaller and probably a little more practical...
Launch: Spring 2013
Price: From £1500
Valentino Men’s collection to show in Paris
For the first time luxury fashion label Valentino will show its men’s A/W13 -14 collection at Paris Fashion Week. Now designed under the creative direction of Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli, the move from showing the collection in Milan to Paris could mark an interesting change in direction. Location and time are still to be confirmed; however the 16th January 2013 is the date to remember
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Luxury Eco Fashion
Luxury Italian fashion house Bottega Veneta is famous for its legendary leather craftsmanship, however, concerned with its carbon footprint, the brand has launched an eco-friendly handbag line. Produced using sustainable vegan materials and environmentally sensitive dyeing and finishing, the bags are shaped out of tightly woven washi, a delicate paper based material obtained from the bark of a kozo tree...
Launching: January 2013
Price: TBC
Thierry Mugler's handbag debut
As of late, more and more designers are placing emphasis on their accessory collections, especially handbags. So it comes as no surprise that the French fashion house Mugler debuted its first ever handbag collection at Paris Fashion Week.
Under the direction of Creative Director Nichola Formichetti and designer Sebastian Peigner, Mugler’s first ever handbag collection was a critically acclaimed success.
The collection, which launches next year, highlighted the fabric of choice, vinyl and this was translated into metallic animal-skin clutches as well as an elongated vanity case. Formichetti’ signature black panda graffiti also made an appearance in the shape of a black purse...
Launching: January 2013
Price: TBC
Burberry Reigns On
Crowned the ‘social media winner’ of London Fashion Week, British heritage label Burberry continued to impress with its accessory collection for Spring/Summer 2013.
Watched by an impressive audience, which included Anna Wintour, Olivia Palermo and Dita Von Teese, a ticket to view Christopher Bailey’s highly anticipated collection was amongst the hottest in town.
Launching: Spring 2013
The Givenchy Allure
Paris Fashion Week SS13 was a showcase for many standout collections, Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci being one. His offering of soft fluid shapes juxtaposed against sharp tailored pieces stick in the mind long after the show’s end. Alas these will not be available until SS13, but if you cant wait until then, Givenchy’s A/W12 collection presents an equally delectable offering.
Price: £1435
Flower Power
Prada has never shied away from making a statement, be it minimalist chic or a bold revisit to the 60s. The luxury brand’s latest offering is no different. Showcased at Milan Fashion Week, Prada’s SS13 ‘Flower Power’ spectacles turned many a head.
Whether they’ll find their way into stores is yet to be confirmed, but for those wishing to make an eye-catching style statement, take note.
Launching: TBC
Louboutin creations in store for men
Luxury shoe designer Christian Louboutin has announced that he will open his first London men's boutique in November.
Following the footsteps of Christopher Bailey and Gucci, Louboutin is set to capitalise on the growing menswear market in the UK, by opening a standalone menswear store.
Until recently, the self-proclaimed prodigal son of luxury footwear, catered solely for the female form, however with high-end shoe connoisseurs like Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik debuting their own men’s lines, Louboutin was sure to follow suit.
Located in stylish Dover Street, situated in-between the APC and Acne stores and just along from Dover Street Market the 1,290-square-foot space will offer the widest selection of Louboutin's men's shoes and bags available in the UK. Expect to see a vast array of styles, from loafers to boots, all capped with Louboutin’s signature embellishments of spikes, studs and tassels.
The London store follows the success of the standalone menswear stores opened by Louboutin in Paris and in New York’s trendy meatpacking district earlier this year.
Opening: November 2012
Bright times ahead - Louis Vuitton SS13 bags
The British Summer may not have brought much sun, but brighter times are ahead. Louis Vuitton’s spring-summer 2013 men’s accessories offer a citrus array of colour. Man-bags are bigger and brighter than ever. Those to keep an eye out for include lemon structured holdalls and drawstring duffle bags.
Launching: Early 2013
Price: TBC
Read more about Bright times ahead - Louis Vuitton SS13 bags ›
Style icon in pictures - Kate: The Kate Moss Book
A few months ago rumours were abound that a new book about model Kate Moss was in the pipeline, well, it’s official. The latest book aptly titled ‘Kate: The Kate Moss Book’ will be released in the not to distant future.
The coffee table book, will celebrate Kate Moss’ 20 years in the modelling industry, chronicling the supermodel's prolific career through the decades from a young teenager, to the influential style icon that she is today.
Launching: November 2012
Price: £50
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