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Grammy Fashions 2008

February 12th 2008 05:20

Grammy's Fashion Rocks

Images courtesy of Instyle.com

Miley Cyrus goes short

It’s the U.S marketing Awards season again and this year the 50th Grammy Awards went all out to make sure that style ruled over substance. (Maybe a bit harsh, this years line up wasn’t as bad as some previous years.) “A salute to Fashion” within the show added extra glamour, glitz and shebang to the red carpet.

The pop star set got to exhibit there own labels with contributions from Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, Sean Combs, Jay-Z and Jessica Simpson. The rest of the image conscious set went all out to attract attention there way with name brand designers draping or wrapping them in cloth.

Nelly Furtardo blends comfort with style

Donning some beautiful, appalling and appealing wardrobe choices the first thing I noticed was the bright, bright colours and playful cuts. Sunglass demanding Yellow was Fergie’s choice, somehow I take her even less seriously now if that’s possible.

Blue was as in like lip synching a music video and Corinne Bailey Ray opted for sequins on royal blue, may look good on stage but not up close. A Blonde Nelly Furtardo also went blue sans shiny things, but wore it well in a flowing drape gown. Rihanna was a different kind of bold blue.

Rihanna

Alicia Keyes struck the heart chord in a deep, deep, dark blue gown.

Alicia Keyes wins best dressed here

Bai Ling went for an Irish casino kind of vibe, somehow it worked with the strong eye make up. On the Men’s side, looking smooth was John Legend in a tailored suit that sits like we all wish a classic style would.

Bai Ling stays with individual taste

These are just a few highs and low from the show for more info and images visit news.com.au or instyle.com

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New York Fashion Week Peaks

February 5th 2008 00:00

NYC Fashion Week 2008

The Red Dress Opening Salute

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Ode to an Italian Dress

October 1st 2007 01:52

DOlce and Gabbana Summer 08 PAINTED BLACK DRESS

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Flamboyant and theatrical, Dolce and Gabbana’s Summer 2008 collection is indeed replete with works of art. From the hand-painted fabrics, the obsession with intricate embellishments and details to the matte velvet lips, D & G invoke a Keats-ian realm - instead of a Grecian urn, this is my ode to an Italian dress

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Posted By: Fashion - Category: Accessories, Summer, Clothes, Dresses, Handbags, Models, Photos, Shoes, Shows, Trends

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The size of the size zero debate

September 27th 2007 07:25

The size zero debate is the new black, the latest fashion trend, which, like all fads, is probably not wise to buy (into) too much. I am not saying that the emaciated idealisation of the female body is not a problem, but that the media and public response is on the side of hysteria. For some perspective on my perspective, it should be known that I am not a size zero. I am not six foot tall, and I do not know anyone that has come under the attack of this new moralizing discourse.

A skinny model, quick! Where's the bandwagon?! Image from dancewithshadows.com

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Posted By: the-mothball-cardigan - Category: Clothes, History, Models, Random, Shows, Trends

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Autumn Trends (LINK)

September 26th 2007 16:33

Its the holy grail for every high street fashion chain boss - take the cream of the best catwalk designs from London, Paris, Milan and New York and turn them into speed chic, affordable fashion that flies off the shelves.

In the golden years of Haute Couture (1947-1957) Dior, Fath and Balenciaga had a one month publication ban on all images of their runway, as the exclusive sale of one calico toille to a Ready to Wear house was often enough to fund the beginnings of their next collection; Those caught sketching in public faced public prosecution. Today copying is rife, and it seems that not an Australian Fashion Week goes by without another young designer being accused by the media of copying

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Posted By: Leesa - Category: Accessories, Autumn, Fashion Tips, Models, Shows, Street Chic, Trends

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Part 1 - Exclusive Interview with Iconic Designer Gloria Smythe (Mrtimer Dunn)

September 18th 2007 16:24

Gloria Smythe – an Iconic Australian Designer, Author, Illustrator and Design Teacher.

Part 1 – Trade Patternmaker to the Royal Family

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Style Wars (Part 2)

September 17th 2007 02:05

Kate Hurst and Friedrich Gray designs at MMSFW Style Wars

Johnny Cash's smooth tones provided the soundtrack to the Claude Maus range which was next to hit the catwalk at MMSFW Style Wars. A chic and stylish range in monochrome, the pieces catered for women as well as men who have a retro-Euro look in mind.
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Posted By: Chic Critique - Category: Spring, Summer, Clothes, Shows, Trends

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Queens of Bling (LINK)

September 15th 2007 15:17

Designing a crown fit for a Queen is no simple feat but Jewellery Designers Ana and Contessa Nicolaou of Tessarella House have become quite the experts since being announced as the Exclusive Designers for Miss World Australia two years ago.

Miss World Australia 2006 wears Tessarella House

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Posted By: Leesa - Category: Accessories, Celebrities, Autumn, Spring, Summer, Winter, Fashion Tips, History, Shows, Street Chic, Trends

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Ultra thin is not 'in' (LINK)

September 15th 2007 15:16

There was a time when a woman's wealth was recognized by her rubenesque figure. Today Paris Hilton lookalikes are revered and every womens magazine don't print without them. Governments around the world are now taking action to address the unrealistic body image expectations placed upon the worlds modelling industry. The Australian Fashion Council hosted a forum in March to discuss and debate whether or not industry guidelines are necessary to discourage the use of extraordinarily thin models on Australian runways and to ensure the health and wellbeing of Young Australians working as fashion models.

More importantly it raises the discussion that Designers and media have an ethical obligation to set the right role models for the youth of today

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In the Swim Summer 2008 from Paris (LINK)

September 14th 2007 15:02

The Spring/Summer 08 Swimwear Collections are european influences tempting
us with unusual associations. Silk, leather, velvet, metal fibers and for
others, gauze(!) enhancing more classical materials. Nostalgic figures are

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Posted By: Leesa - Category: Celebrities, Summer, Fashion Tips, Shows, Trends

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Tristan Blair - What Else! (LINK)

September 11th 2007 17:56

It's fair to say after trawling boutique after fabulous boutique in this beautiful city, there is noone aside from Massarro of course, who quite puts the same shine on a pair of shoes than Australian Designer Tristan Blair.

He is elusive, demure and completely humble about his creativity. I once attempted to help him source a shoe manufacturer in Brazil. He had become great friends with a man and his chicken in Bali and was loathe to change. Given my experiences in working with Brazilian timeframes I can understand why. Nothing quite happens fast enough in that country. Needless to say in a Summer that sports cotton candy and casual style you cant go past his new collection "Wonderful Armour

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International Hat Designer of the Year Finalist 2007 (LINK)

September 10th 2007 16:06

He may not have won the International Hat Designer of the Year 2007 competition but this is one Finalist whose pure talent already rates number 1 in his own country.

Steve Harrison is a Brisbane based milliner who only began his craft last year. He was announced a top finalist in the International Hat Designer of the Year 2007 - a prestigous international competition being held in the world's fashion capital of Paris. 47 year old, Steve Harrison has been recognised for his three extraordinary millinery entries all aptly entitled, Fashion Burqa, Question Mark Cocktail Hat and Japan - Then and Now. These creations have been showcased in an installation at the world's most exclusive accesories trade show - Premiere in Paris. An event that attracts more than 45,000 visitors from all over the world

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Posted By: Leesa - Category: Accessories, Spring, Fashion Tips, Shoes, Shows, Street Chic, Trends

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Melbourne Cup Carnival Fever 2008 (LINK)

September 10th 2007 15:35

Whilst Sydney's spring carnival racing may have been bought to a standstill, the Stylist whose Celebrity was voted one 1 of 9 best dressed at the Melbourne Cup, this very blogger shares her tips as she prepares the 2008 VRC Ambassadors wardrobes for this years Melbourne Cup Racing Carnival...

What’s In

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