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NEON BAROQUE CHANEL 2010 SPRING SUMMER HAUTE COUTURE
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2/28/2010
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An aluminum and colored light décor announces the “Neon Baroque” tone of Chanel’s
Spring Summer 2010 Haute Couture collection. Seated in deep couches upholstered in silver fabric, Chanel’s clients can be spotted amongst other devoted admirers, including Chanel ambassadress Anna Mouglalis, French actresses Amira Casar, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Clémence Poésy and Elisa Sednaoui, TV presenter Alexa Chung, Ukrainian
actress Olga Kurylenko, supermodel Claudia Schiffer, rapper and producer Kanye West, and contemporary Chinese artist Yi Zhou.
“Pastel and silver”, explains Karl Lagerfeld, “It’s a sort of flash that I had one morning, that I then brought to reality in the décor and in the collection.” Thus, for Spring Summer 2010, we are greeted by a festival of soft colors that the designer sends out one by one, with a notable absence of black. Watercolor yellows, pinks, cloud grays, and pistachio greens dominate, but are contrasted by some more acid tones. Furthermore, a silvery touch snakes in and out, on trims with sculpted buttons, mercury-effect embroideries, leather mittens and camellias in hammered pewter. It is picked up again on short boots with sculpted heels and imposing heart-shaped, streaked hair.
Lace, satin, tulle and chiffon are brought into the mix with both audacity and restraint, combining artful draping, refined embroideries and precious accessories.
Dresses play with asymmetry, lightness and sensuality. Strapless, sleeved, collared or finished with wide straps, they are decorated with pearls, crystals or bright silver sequins. Sheath dresses that reach the ankle are also revealing, either at the back or with a plunging neckline, and long crystal necklaces caress the body from the neck to the small of the back. 1300 pleated, waffled and ruffled flowers make garlands of tulle and pale or peachy pink chiffon, that, assembled one by one, make balloon-shaped ensembles and capes. And finally, with her bodice and sleeves entirely embroidered with foliated scrolls and silver coils, the fairy-like bride floats in. Light as a breath, she glides in a whirl of chiffon, satin and tulle ruffles in ever-deepening tones of pink.
With this “neon baroque” collection, Karl Lagerfeld breathes energy and modernity.
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NEON BAROQUE CHANEL 2010 SPRING SUMMER HAUTE COUTURE
Posted On:
2/28/2010
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Important facts of the collection:
Fabrics - satin, tweed, lace, chiffon and tulle
Colors - pastel and acid tones, silver lamé
Buttons - mercury color, shiny chrome
Finishing - “Hidden” seams. It takes 3 hours to hand-stitch these seams along one meter of fabric.Some pieces took 35 hours of work in the atelier with
Silver threads or silver paint on embroidered satin and a
Silver stucco effect for the baroque touch.
Certain dresses are adorned with 80 buttons.
Sleeves and hems trimmed with tulle.
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NEON BAROQUE CHANEL 2010 SPRING SUMMER HAUTE COUTURE
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2/28/2010
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Massaro/Shoemaker
70 pairs of short platform boots in mercury/bright silver color we part of this collection. More than 30 hours of work for certain pairs.
The materials: leather, lizard, python and eel skin. The Heels: “sculpted” or “rock-work” look.
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Ines Di Santo this weekend in NY
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2/19/2010
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Toronto based Haute Couture designer Ines Di Santo is presenting her new Fall 2010 Couture Evening Collection this February 20th-22nd at the Jumeirah Essex House in NY. Stay tuned!
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Be a Glam Princess!
Posted On:
2/19/2010
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The new Vera Wang Glam Princess Eau de Toilette Spray sets you at the centre for the eyes of all. Sparkling and shiny, a fantasy scent with top notes of crushed red berries, juicy guava and vibrant pear reveling sweet notes of orange blossom and vanilla orchid, departing on the air notes of warm Ambrette, sugary marshmallow and cashmere wood.
The scent is contained in a faceted heart bottle glammed up with a rich gold shimmer and bright pink stars. The signature gold crown is embellished with crystals of amethyst, aquamarine and ruby. Set below the crown is the iconic golden ring, giving to this spotlight bottle a fabulous glam look.
The fragrance is available now in 50 ml and 100 ml sizes.
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Style with a dose of COLOUR for your GROOM
Posted On:
2/18/2010
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This Spring British fashion designer Paul Smith offers a vibrant collection of accessories that your groom can’t miss!
From polka-dot, his signature stripes to heart motifs, there is a design for every guy who is looking for a cool accent to his wardrobe.
Available at www.paulsmithusa.com
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HAPPY BRILLIANT VALENTINE’S DAY
Posted On:
2/14/2010
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Tiffany & Co., long associated with love, offers perfect gifts for a day of celebrating romance with designs that express both timelessness and an ultimate contemporary taste.
The Tiffany Hearts® collection offers the most emblematic of all Valentines with an elegant pendant and drop earrings set in platinum with exquisite round brilliant diamonds. The sparkling jewels highlight the spirit of romance and emotions that come straight from the heart.
Elsa Peretti® Open Heart diamond pendant in platinum.
Tiffany Filigree Hearts, from left: 18 karat rose gold pendant (large), with 24-inch chain; sterling silver pendant (medium), with 18-inch chain; and sterling silver and 18 karat rose gold pendant (large), with 24-inch chain.
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DRESSED FOR A GRAND NIGHT
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2/13/2010
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DSQUARED2 had the honor of dressing Nikky Yanofsky, Nelly Furtado, Bryan Adams, Sarah McLachlan, Garou & Measha Brueggergosman at the opening ceremony for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
NIKKI YANOFSKY wore a silk crepe cocktail dress with soft drapes and folds. A fine black satin belt accented the waist. The red satin T-bar dance shoes, embellished with ruby stones and crystals complemented her look.
NELLY FURTADO radiated in an electric blue shot silk cocktail dress with an asymmetrical neckline that highlighted her feminine curves. The distinctive design of her draped shoulder was mirrored by the dramatic height of her 16 centimeters studded heels.
BRYAN ADAMS looked sharp and enhanced his lean proportions in a slim classic black tailored three-button stretch cady suit over white poplin shirt with PVC covered collar and cuff giving this neo-classic look a modern twist. Teamed with a skinny 60s black tie, worn loose and relaxed and finished with black Vernice pointed shoes.
SARAH MCLACHLAN ethereal look reflected in her dream-lie performance with a black silk floor-length column dress. Black python boning and draped tulle accentuated the corset that softened into a free-flowing silhouette. The refined genteel shape of her dress was complimented by an astonishing DSQUARED2 necklace made of crystals.
GAROU in a powerful look with a dark cashmere double-breasted coat with astrakhan collar detail. Teamed with a slim, tailored black trouser and a classic fitted white shirt and black thin tie.
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Bravo Canada! We just experienced the opening ceremony for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games. All I can say is WOW - Well Done!
Posted On:
2/13/2010
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Bravo Canada! We just experienced the opening ceremony for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games. All I can say is WOW - Well Done!
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LOVE Is All Around
Posted On:
2/12/2010
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Celebrate the one you love this Valentine’s Day with the ultimate ring—a Tiffany Celebration® ring—in dazzling variations that rival red for fire and passion. The platinum bands are studded with vibrant, color-saturated pink sapphires and sparkling diamonds that are exquisitely faceted and hand set. Whatever the bliss: celebrating a new romance or honoring love’s longevity, Tiffany & Co. builds a ring around it. Each glitters with legendary style and stacks up the memories one brilliant touchstone at a time.
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“Saint Valentine Velours Rouge”
Posted On:
2/5/2010
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Vancouver, BC – Ganache Pâtisserie is pleased to announce its newest creation for this upcoming Valentine’s Day. Saint Valentine Velours Rouge ($21.95) takes the simple Red Velvet cake to another stratosphere. Layers of moist red velvet cake are entwined with a dark chocolate passionfruit mousse studded with fresh strawberries and encased with a tangy cream cheese buttercream, and then coated entirely in a red chocolate velvet. Saint Valentine Velours Rouge will be available starting February 6th and pre-orders are strongly recommended for pickups on Sunday February 14th.
Ganache Pâtisserie’s entire menu and all contact information can be found online at www.ganacheyaletown.com or just visit Ganache at 1262 Homer Street in Yaletown.
For more information, please contact: Peter Fong, Ganache Pâtisserie
Phone: 604-899-1098 E-mail: ganache@ganacheyaletown.com
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Reverie & Vineyard Trunk Show at BLUSH
Posted On:
2/5/2010
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Blush Bridal in West Vancouver, British Columbia, invites you to an exclusive Reverie & Vineyard Trunk Show from February 12th to 14th, 2010.
Make sure to schedule a visit to this chic Bridal salon located at 1403 Bellevue Ave. in West Vancouver, where their knowledgeable Bridal Fashion staff will be happy to assist you. For appointments call 604-925-3218 or you can email Blush - bridal@blushoccasions.com
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A Historic Olympic Event
Posted On:
2/5/2010
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If you are heading to Whistler this weekend, make sure to visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre on Friday February, 5th from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm to celebrate the historic hand-off the Olympic flame between the Squamish to Lil’wat First Nation torch bearers. The two neighbouring First Nations tribes will share the Olympic Flame in front of the building, symbolizing the spirit of this unique partnership. During the 2010 Winter Games the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre will celebrate Canadian athletes and the Canadian Aboriginal Culture and Heritage with cultural performances, storytelling, artists demonstrations and tours of the museum and exhibits.
Remember that this spectacular building is also available for hosting your wedding!
Visit www.slcc.ca for more information.
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