Written by Melanie Lim on 17 Jun 2013
The 1960s are all over the runways this year and we’re not complaining. Bold colors, graphic prints and that signature mod look are a common trend in a lot of runway shows. Different designers and brands have used the 60s inspiration in varying ways but for the Rag and Bone’s fall 2013 show at New York fashion week, this fabulous decade was present in the…
Written by Tania Braukämper on 14 Jun 2013
With a name like Dolores Doll, how could this French-born beauty be anything but that – a beauty? Sebastian Cviq‘s new shoot for REVS magazine is singular in its aim of making every shot all about the model; coming together to form a captivating portrait of Dolores Doll. Styling by Monika Kandefer is kept similarly minimal, limited to bronzed bare skin and gauzy white blouses,…
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Written by Melanie Lim on 13 Jun 2013
Strong eyes are a huge trend this year and nothing gives your eyes that striking impression quite like kohl eyeliner. A trend in itself this year, the use of kohl eyeliner has been seen in many different runway shows and jumping on the bandwagon is Kenzo. Fall / winter 2013 for Kenzo meant strong silhouettes and bold prints. Taking cue from this, MAC make up…
Written by Nicoleta Parascan on 12 Jun 2013
Carly Cushnie and Michelle Ochs have long been known as “the body girls” but their evolving from creating gracious evening wear, to designing exquisitely tailored styles in such a short amount of time has forced the fashion industry to pay closer attention. Saying that Cushnie et Ochs’ collection for resort 2014 is sexy in a kind of sophisticated way would be an understatement, but the…
Written by Khaiyajc Bucarile on 11 Jun 2013
All pretty and nude is model/actress Léa Seydoux on the cover of the July 2013 issue of French Marie Claire. Léa looks so fresh yet so shy with her sexy tousled bed hair as she covers her breasts with just her bare hands.
Written by Nicoleta Parascan on 10 Jun 2013
Suffice to get lost in the pages of “The Great Gatsby” or to have at least watched Baz Lurhmann’s vibrant adaptation of the same book to become instantly fascinated with the Roaring Twenties. Unlike any other decade, the 1920s have a fantasy quality to them that ended up turning the flapper into a romantic notion every woman wants a taste of. The years of 2007…
Written by Nicoleta Parascan on 9 Jun 2013
There’s something particularly absorbing about a photo shoot that explores movement, unveiling before your eyes much like a beautiful display of delicate dance moves. Photographer Goncalo M. Catarino manages to freeze moments in time for a black and white editorial that speaks through dramatic gestures, contrasting textures and a divine rhythm that sets your soul on fire.
Written by Tania Braukämper on 5 Jun 2013
It's a timeless fantasy: the woman washed up on shore turned fierce jungle queen, the sexy surviver with dishevelled beach hair and primitive fur pelts. It may be far removed from any reality, but isn't that the point? This summer, getting into the jungle queen spirit with arm cuffs and tusk necklaces, tribal rings and bold talon earrings never felt fiercer. After the break:
these are the tribal-inspired jewellery pieces you need in order to be crowned queen of the jungle.
Written by Nicoleta Parascan on 3 Jun 2013
Perceived as the epitome of femininity, a lace garment should definitely not be missing from a woman’s wardrobe, especially this summer when the romantic lace trend became even more of a statement on and off the runway. Delicate, pretty, sexy or edgy, the lace dresses embrace a myriad of silhouettes, cuts and colours this season, which can only mean that the one complementing your aesthetic…
Written by Tania Braukämper on 1 Jun 2013
Sprawled across what looks to be a bed of raw meat is a naked Lara Stone, in a painting by artist Marc Quinn. The portrait of Stone (who gave birth on May 6) is on display a the 55th Venice Biennale. Quinn also created the solid gold statue of Kate Moss that got plenty of media attention. You can see the full Lara Stone portrait…