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Buy my Wardrobe

When you think of recycling, you may not immediately think of glamorous designer fashion, but with the launch of Buy My Wardrobe Events this is set to change.

Buy My Wardrobe is a new initiative which sees a number of carefully selected uber-fashionistas gathering for one day events to sell the contents of their fabulous designer wardrobes to discerning members of the public. With indulgent treats and pampering also on offer Buy My Wardrobe aims to put glamour into recycling. The launch event took place in Feb 2007 followed by a second event in May 2008.

The line up of fashionistas selling their wardrobes included former publishing director of Elle Magazine Elaine Foran, Gucci Group Executive Mimma Viglezio and TV Presenter/writer Giselle Morley.

Time & Venue: Saturday 31st Jan 09 12 noon- 5pm @ Adam St Members Club, London WC2

Source: http://www.buymywardrobe.com/

 

Naomi Campbell launches collection for '284' in Sao Paolo

This week Naomi Campbell unveiled her new collection at Brazilian label '284'.  The high end capsule collection  is based on pieces from Naomi's personal wardrobe. On the 25th  Naomi flew into Sao Paolo to promote the line. Naomi adds to a long list of celebrities, designers and models that have brought out collaborative lines. Peaches Geldof , Kate Moss, Comme des Garcons  and Alexander McQueen  have all done collaborations with High street stores.

 

 

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Alexander McQueen for Target

Capsule collections are a big Trend at the moment.Roberto Cavalli and  Rei Kawakubo’s Comme des Garçons were unveiled  by H&M and Kate Moss and Peaches Geldof  have both designed collections for Topshop and PPQ respectively. Well from March 1st 2009 you can add  Alexander Mcqueen to that list as he will be desinging a collection available only at Target.

McQueen will design a collection called McQ Alexander McQueen for Target. Below are some Images from the collection.

   

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British Fashion Awards 2008 - The Winners

Jourdan Dunn won the title  of 'Model of the Year' at the British Fashion Awards. She was chosen over Agyness Deyn and Lily Donaldson. Most people had Agyness tipped to win but Jourdan took home the award.

Full details about the  winners are below

MODEL
Agyness Deyn, Jourdan Dunn (winner), Lily Donaldson

DESIGNER BRAND
Jimmy Choo (winner), Agent Provocateur, Paul Smith

ISABELLA BLOW AWARD FOR FASHION CREATOR
Pat McGrath, Terry Jones, Tim Walker (winner)

RED CARPET DESIGNER
Matthew Williamson (winner), Giles Deacon, Stella McCartney

MENSWEAR DESIGNER
Christopher Bailey for Burberry (winner), Paul Smith, Richard James

ACCESSORY DESIGNER
Jonathan Kelsey, Rupert Sanderson (winner), Lara Bohinc

SWAROVSKI EMERGING TALENT AWARD - READY-TO-WEAR
Danielle Scutt, Louise Goldin (winner), Felder Felder

SWAROVSKI EMERGING TALENT AWARD - ACCESSORIES
Nicholas Kirkwood (winner), Charlotte Olympia, Anna Vince

BFC AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEEMENT IN FASHION DESIGN: Stephen Jones (winner)

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Vogue Paris Calendar 2009

British ubermodel, Jourdan Dunn has August in the Vogue Paris 2009 Calendar. The calendar was shot by Terry Richardson and is available in the current issue of Vogue Paris. The models are styled to look like 50's style pin-ups. Jourdan Dunn is a sexy nurse  while other models are styled as kittens, cheerleaders and french maids.

Some of the models in the calendar include - Alana Kuznetsova, Ali Michael, Aline Weber, Anna Maria Jagodzinska, Anna Selezneva, Arlenis Sosa Pena, Eniko Mihalik, Erin Heatherton, Georgina Stojiljkovic, Hanne Gaby Odiele, Jourdan Dunn, Lakshmi Menon and Taryn Davidson.

The lingerie and shoes were designed  by Louis Vuitton and the shoot was styled by Vogue Paris Editor, Carine Roitfeld.

Below are some shots from  the Vogue Calendar. I can only post a few as some arent appropriate for this blog.

   

Beyonce's Car Wash Shades - Fashion Trend Alert!

Kanye West popularised  the  Shutter Shades in his music video for 'Stronger'. After that everyone was wearing shutter shades. Last weekend  NYmag spotted Beyonce wearing a pair of carwash shades in the new  music video for her single "Diva".  I wonder if Sasha Fierce/ Beyonce will have the same effect as Kanye and  rocket Car wash shades into the fashion mainstream . Only the  future will tell if these sunglasses will become the new  popular  fashion accessory.

What do you think, are theses sunglasses HOT or NOT? Would you wear this fashion trend?

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Naomi Campbell covers Russian Vogue

 

British Supermodel, Naomi Campbell  is on the cover of the December issue of Vogue Russia. The cover was shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. Its a great shot, It looks very vintage and sophisticated. Vogue Russia has really risen in prominence recently. Apparently the fashion industry in Moscow is booming. Its commonplace to see wealthy ladies wearing the latest trends and most expensive brands.

The editorial inside the mag features a superstylish Naomi dressed as catwoman.

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Lily Allen is the cover girl for Nylon's December 2008/ January 2009 Cover

Lily Allen is the cover girl for Nylon's December 2008/ January 2009 issue. I'm not a big fan of Lily Allen, she is always in the news for something or the other. I just get tired  of her "fighting knife crime", mouthing off about  other celebrities or stottering around drunk. In short, I just think she is a celebrity that is overexposed.

With respect to the cover I actually think Lily looks great (I just find her a bit annoying).  Now is it just me or does Lily Allen look just like Katy Perry in this picture.   Here are some shots of Lily from inside the issue.

Below the jump is a very funny video where comedian Katy Brand does a an impression of Lily Allen as a fashion designer

Kate Moss covers British Vogue and Vogue China in the same month!!!!

 

Kate Moss truly is a supermodel. Kate Moss’ cover for the December issue of British Vogue has been floating around online for a while now.  Well now she has truly cemented her supermodel status by also being on the new issue of Vogue China . Two Vogue  covers in 1 month. I dont think any other model has ever had two Vogue covers in one month.

In Vogue China she also appears in a photoshoot  by Mario Sorrenti about “Unconventional Rock Style”. Some of the images from that shoot are after the jump.

Rihanna and Gucci's Unicef Video

Youtube user, rodrigofenty  has uploaded  a new commercial  with Rihanna promoting Gucci 's Tattoo Heart Collection. As reported earlier the grammy award winning  popstar and the fashion house are colaborating together to help raise funds for Unicef. Gucci is donating 25% from all of the bags sold to  Unicef's fund for Orphans affected by Hiv/Aids in Africa.

Earlier this month , I posted one of the print ads from the campaign. Click play to see Rihanna's Gucci  video above.

After jump is a behind the scenes video where Rihanna discusses why she got involved with Gucci's Tattoo Heart and also some  footage of the making of the ad campaign. Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini  also discusses why Gucci chose Rihanna  for the campaign and their involvement with UNICEF