Posted 17 days ago. on May 9, 2012 by Joanna

The Faces – Matthew James Arthur Payne shares behind the scenes portraits of some of the industry’s leading models. Karlie Kloss, Jourdan Dunn, Joan Smalls, Cara Delevingne, Alima Fofana and Herieth Paul show off their striking features as they pose in the black and white images.
Posted 1 month, 29 days ago. on March 28, 2012 by Joanna

Falling in Love Again – Joan Smalls nabs her second Vogue cover with the May issue of Vogue Australia. The Puerto Rican beauty shows off her timeless appeal in strictly elegant spring fashions selected by fashion editor Naomi Smith. In front of Kai Z Feng’s lens, Joan hits the streets in retro inspired pieces from the likes of Proenza Schouler, Tom Ford, Jil Sander and Nina Ricci. A plum lip by makeup artist Jessica Nedza and a slicked back coif by hair stylist Roberto Di Cuia complete the sophisticated looks. / Art direction by Paul Meany, Manicure by Roseann Singleton
Posted 2 months, 25 days ago. on March 2, 2012 by Joanna

Isabel Marant’s Western Fall – Not a label known for following trends, the fall 2012 collection from Isabel Marant let its carefree spirit fly with the designer’s latest presentation shown during Paris Fashion Week. Inspired by southwestern style and cowgirls, autumn embraced feminine ruffles, floral detailing, casual denim and leather. Fringe and metallic accents brought an authentic touch to the well-tread theme. A muted color palette with pops of scarlet, electric blue and pink grounded the new season with a modern take on old west style.
Posted 2 months, 25 days ago. on March 2, 2012 by Joanna

Dior’s Classic Fall – Bill Gaytten looked towards the archives for inspiration with his second mainline collection for Dior’s fall 2012 presentation. With still no official word on a permanent creative director, the new season showcased demure forties and fifties inspired silhouettes in a muted color palette of taupe, black and burgundy. Despite the lack of Galliano opulence, Gaytten offered a lovely refinement for the autumn season with ballerina inspired shapes. Cinched jackets, pleated skirts and jewelry style embellishments dominate the Dior woman’s wardrobe for autumn.
Posted 2 months, 26 days ago. on March 1, 2012 by Joanna

Balmain’s Bejeweled Fall – Marking his second season as creative director of Balmain, French designer Olivier Rousteing look towards Fabergé eggs gave to Elizabeth Taylor as inspiration for the label’s fall 2012 collection. Balmain’s signature military inspired jackets took an elegant turn in the form of pearl and gem adorned skin-tight dresses, outerwear and velvet pants. Strong shoulders brought an androgynous edge to the ultra-sexy silhouettes in neutral hues of black, nude and mint green. Despite the classic reference, Rousteing still kept Balmain’s modern edge for the upcoming autumn with razor sharp precision.
Posted 2 months, 27 days ago. on February 29, 2012 by Joanna

Black on Black – Gareth Pugh delivered his signature gothic style for his namesake label’s fall 2012 collection presented during Paris Fashion Week. Pugh ditched last season’s bondage inspired shapes for more tribal designs complete with fringe dresses, leather outerwear and fur embellishments. High necklines, some of which that even cover the face, were matched with thin headbands, clunky boots and winged shoulders in all black and grey for the new season. Whether donning zipped up capes or shaggy coats, the Pugh woman knows how to bundle up for the upcoming winter.