The Girl with the Pearl Earring

For the AW 2013-14 collection, Maria and Pier, the creative directors of Valentino, drew their inspiration from Vermeer's painting Girl with the Pearl Earring. I absolutely adored their collection, and I highlighted these (photos from Vogue, of course):

 

I also loved the models' hair and the fact that the only piece of jewelry that could be seen was a kind of pearl necklace. But I would go and combine the clothes with long Amoronia quote necklaces, for sure :)

Overall, an amazing collection!
 

Dolce Gabbana AW13-14: Byzantine inspiration

I must confess it had been a while since I was overwhelmed by a fashion show. Dolce & Gabbana unveiled their Fall-Winter 2013-14 collection, part of the Milan Fashion Week, in Milan, Italy, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013.

These photos are from backstage, you will find many more at their Facebook page.

 

What do you think of the collection? The Byzantine inspiration is obvious, this is amazing art we see here. The religious inspiration I would say looks more like an element of fashion, as the elements that are stressed are those of wealth and luxury, quite the opposite of what religion teaches. Well, I guess people in Byzantium were a lot more secular than we thought!

MALAM Paris - Collection Poupées Perdues 2013

The ABSOLUTE Cinderella of our times... I so loved the iPad in a book idea, the styling, the photography, and above all, the clothes by Malam!!! How about you?

Gold fever

Metallics are definitely in fashion at the moment, but what amazed me was the presentation of totally gold outfits from Fall 2012. As I look through these images, I can't help but think of Thorin's last words, from Tolkien's The Hobbit: 'If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world'. If fashion values gold, doesn't that mean that the human race is once more confused about what brings happiness? Food for thought...

 

Elie Saab (photo: IMAXtree)

 Prabal Gurung (photo: IMAXtree)

 Michael Kors (photo: IMAXtree)

 Paco Rabanne (photo: IMAXtree)

 Giambattista Valli (photo: IMAXtree)

Feel like your eyes hurt? I know... And yes, I am pretty much obsessed with The Hobbit these days... Prepare for the next post... Kisses!

AW12-13 Fashion Trend Report: Military Aristocracy

The military trend is not something new on the catwalks; this time it's all about the military aristocracy, a camouflaged 'utility' style that comes with rich and luxurious fabrics like velvet, leather and very defined, tailored, stiff shapes. Salvatore Ferragamo's collection may well be the epitome of this.

Salvatore Ferragamo

Especially look for details like belts, several styles of military collars, military style buttons and also epaulettes. Victoria Beckham did a great job of adding these without being over the top.

Victoria Beckham

Still, this trend may look like utility, but let us not fool ourselves: It is definitely very rich and luxurious, like a high rank statement in itself. See the alligator and the double faced cashmere in Max Mara, for instance:

Max Mara

You may even consider combining elements of this trend with ethnic references, just like Joseph Altuzarra did. I especially noted his cargo pants, his military coats, and the practical, pleated military skirts, with some actual room for legs to walk, all these combined with amazing sweaters and luxurious, python over the knee, leather boots.

Altuzarra

Whether you like this trend or not, always keep in mind that it's not only about what we wear, but also how we wear it. Having a look at the items of the EGST shops might help. Until next time, I salute you!

Brokequeens: Objects of Desire

I've known the girls behind Brokequeens for some years now, and I follow their work, check new collections, crave for certain pieces... You know how it goes. These are the pieces I currently lust for...

Girls, if you are reading this, I stole the pics from your Facebook page. I hope you don't mind :) x

Casual foxy

Casual foxy by amoronia featuring a purple nail polish

Nike Victorious

Nike Victorious by amoronia featuring a hard case clutch

School Rebels

School Rebels by amoronia featuring skinny leg jeans

SS12 Fashion Trend Report: All White

White is a must have classic, especially for summer, and the current season was no exception. Total white simply had to be there, either in crisp, almost sterilised, clean looks that favored precision-cut tailoring, or in frivolous, girly ensembles where broderie anglaise, lace and sheer fabrics were absolute stars.

Το λευκό είναι κλασικό χρώμα για την γκαρνταρόμπα, ειδικά το καλοκαίρι, και η φετινή σεζόν δεν αποτέλεσε εξαίρεση. Οι ολόλευκες εμφανίσεις ήταν εκεί, είτε με 'αυστηρά', σχεδόν αποστειρωμένα, καθαρά λουκ, με σαφή προτίμηση στα κοψίματα ακριβείας, είτε με ανάλαφρα, κοριτσίστικα σύνολα όπου η μπροντερί ανγκλαίζ, η δαντέλα και οι διαφάνειες ήταν οι απόλυτες σταρ.

 Diane von Furstenberg - Celine- Jil Sander - Stella McCartney

Dolce & Gabbana - Chloe - Giambattista Valli - Louis Vuitton

Doesn't white look so cool now with the weather being so melting hot? It just looks like the sea foam, calling you to dive in... So let's all empty our heads from worries and dive into majestic, brilliant, classic summer white!

Δε δείχνει τόσο δροσερό το λευκό τώρα που ο υδράργυρος έχει χτυπήσει κόκκινο; Φαίνεται σαν τον αφρό της θάλασσας, που μας καλεί να βουτήξουμε... Ας αδειάσουμε λοιπόν τα κεφάλια μας από τις έννοιες και ας βουτήξουμε στο μεγαλειώδες, λαμπερό, κλασικό καλοκαιρινό λευκό!

White and cinnamon statement necklace, by superlittlecute

Oyster pearl fine silver stud earrings, by SilverLinesJewelry

High waist five pockets white pants, by Gorgones

White flower silver ring, by Olympias

White leather clutch, by Mosaiko

These and more beauties are waiting to be discovered, if you click here. Have fun at the beach!

Αυτά και περισσότερα πανέμορφα πράγματα περιμένουν να τα ανακαλύψετε εδώ. Καλές βουτιές!

SS12 Fashion Trend Report: Sea World

I am convinced you are going to love the trend I have chosen to present to you today! Designers this season seem to be inspired by what lies below sea level. And they have done an amazing job showing us magical clothes that imitate creatures like sea anemones and sponges, or even sea foam, or include concrete shapes like starfish, seahorses and sea shells. Mermaids, as well as all the colours of the creatures (mythical or real)  that live inside the sea are also in fashion. The runway shows of Alexander McQueen, Chanel and Versace were simply a feast for the eyes.

Είμαι πεπεισμένη ότι θα αγαπήσετε την τάσηπου έχω επιλέξει να σας παρουσιάσω σήμερα! Οι σχεδιαστές αυτήν τη σεζόν φαίνεται πως εμπνέονται από ό,τι υπάρχει κάτω από το επίπεδο της θάλασσας. Και έχουν κάνει μια καταπληκτική δουλειά, δείχνοντάς μας μαγευτικά ρούχα που μιμούνται πλάσματα όπως οι θαλάσσιες ανεμώνες και τα σφουγγάρια, ή ακόμη και τον αφρό της θάλασσας, ή περιλαμβάνουν σχήματα όπως οι αστερίες, οι ιππόκαμποι και τα όστρακα. Οι γοργόνες, καθώς επίσης και όλα τα χρώματα των πλασμάτων (μυθικών ή πραγματικών) που ζουν μέσα στη θάλασσα είναι επίσης στη μόδα. Οι πασαρέλες των Alexander McQueen, Chanel και Versace ήταν απλά μια πανδαισία.

 

Alexander McQueen

 

Alexander McQueen

Chanel

Chanel

Versace

Versace

I have no words... All I can add to that beauty is the fact that, here in Greece, this theme touches us deeply. So it goes without saying that our artists, designers and makers love working on it. Enjoy!

Δεν έχω λόγια... Το μόνο που μπορώ να προσθέσω σε αυτήν την ομορφιά είναι το γεγονός ότι, εδώ στην Ελλάδα, αυτό το θέμα μας αγγίζει βαθιά. Επομένως είναι αυτονόητο ότι οι καλλιτέχνες μας, οι σχεδιαστές και οι δημιουργοί, λατρεύουν να δουλεύουν πάνω σε αυτό. Απολαύστε!

Sea glass brooch with pearls and beading, by AgapiSeaGlass

Plastic and chains summer necklace, by psarokokalo

Mermaid style flared skirt pattern, by Gorgones

Sea shell stud earrings, by Nafsika

Sea waves purse, by creationsbyeve

 Treasure of the sea, by AnnukCreations

Crystal starfish t-shirt, by grnkouk

Those are of course just a sample. Many many more are waiting for you here.

Αυτά είναι φυσικά μόνο ένα δείγμα. Πολλά πολλά περισσότερα σας περιμένουν εδώ.