Balmain and H&M are two very distinguished fashion companies, in terms of their pricing, customer profile, product quality and company size. Thus, it seemed unnatural that the two collaborate on a collection. After identifying itself as a high-fashion brand, wouldn’t a collaboration with H&M ruin Balmain’s reputation? Some argued the collaboration stained the brand’s credibility whereas others rejoiced to the fact they could finally afford an item associated to the Balmain name. And both reactions are completely understandable. Previous owners of Balmain pieces should be annoyed that others are getting Balmain products for cheaper, and that the luxury value of Balmain clothing decreases.
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Style Icons: Yelawolf.
Yelawolf (real name: Michael Wayne Atha) is absolutely one of the most followed artists of the moment. Born in Gadsden – Alabama – in 1979, he’s a real style icon with his tattoos, biker jackets, skinny jeans and leather boots.
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The Met Gala: The Good, The Bad and The RIHANNA!
On Monday night, our favorite fashionistas gathered to attend the coveted annual Met Ball in NYC. This year’s theme was China: Through the Looking Glass and people definitely did not disappoint. Here are a few of my picks for looks to be remembered. Some are amazing and others are extremely boring. I would like to add that in the spirit of positivity, there will not be a worst dressed. For individuals whose style was a little challenged this year, I shall simply wish them better luck next year. Without further ado, the gowns!
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S/S 2015 Colors: yellow
Yellow, the color of the sun and warmth, in other words, all that recalls summer! Designers have included yellow in a number of their designs for next season, so get ready to brighten up your outfits with this vivid color!
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S/S 2015 Colors: Olive
The gradient “Olive” has always been linked to mild autumn hues, but this season major fashion designers have reinterpreted it in a new fresh way and have inserted it into the spring/summer 2015 color scheme. Sonia Rykiel Chanel
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Grammy Awards 2015 Best and Worst Dressed
So the Oscars of music happened last night and we were nose-glued to our televisions to catch all the fashion on the red carpet and this year we weren’t disappointed. There were stars and shooting stars, and today we present to you our personal Fab or Drab compilation of the Grammy Awards 2015. Just for funsies. Here we go! One can say Rihanna looks like a macaroons pile and I could argue that she is Bad Gal Riri and she can do whatever she wants! Even pull of a puffy dress in that color, because she looks absolutely, insanely gorgeous in this gown! Style Level: America’s Next Disney Princess. I don’t know about you, but…
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10 Chicest Restaurants in Milan
1. Ceresio 7, Pools & Restaurant Where it is: 10, Via Ceresio, 2, Milano Why we like it: a beautiful and glamorous terrace with pool on the breath-taking view of Porta Nuova’s skyline. Just looking at the pictures makes you fall in love. 2. Maison Moschino Restaurant Where it is: Viale Monte Grappa, 12b, 20124 Milano Why we like it: the chicest place to have a continental breakfast and feel a-la-page with a sprinkle of Moschino’s very one style. 3. Ristorante Cracco Where it is: Via Victor Hugo, 4, 20123 Milano Why we like it: the sexiest and most famous chef in town, evil judge of Masterchef Italia with an heavenly touch. Ristorante Cracco combines unique tastes and…
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S/S Trends: Colorful is the new Black
As announced on a tank top on the opening look of French designer Maxime Simoens’ fashion show, “colorful is the new black”! Looks like many designers this season followed his provocation and gave life to vibrant multicolored outfits perfect to embrace spring! Chanel Dries Van Noten Maxime Simoens
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Suit 101: Tailoring
Note: Suit 101 is a weekly series that discusses on the finer side of menswear. Last week, we talked about Vitale Barberis Canonico, one of the oldest and largest mills in Italy. But the mill is one part of the suit game. Tailoring is, in my opinion, what makes or breaks a suit. Thus, a post must be dedicated to the science and art of tailoring – in edible chunks of course. 1. Anatomy of a suit Like body parts, there are parts to a suit. Parts of a suit: I shall not go on a lengthy tirade on each parts of the suit but the image above is self-explanatory. If…
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Suit 101: Vitale Barberis Canonico
When I hang out with my guy friends, the first thing I always — always — observe in a guy is the shoes, followed by the watch and belt. If they have a formal wear on, the white shirt, the suit, the way their trousers drape around their ankles, socks (it matters!), cufflinks (if any) and the choice of adornment (pocket squares, ties, bows etc). Yes, I am that anal despite growing up in a country that does not have a strong suit culture. It did not help that I lived in Milan for almost six months, and have a strong interest towards menswear, particularly the suit. When it comes to the suit, the…
