ECO WARRIORS TAKE THE SPOTLIGHT IN REPLAY’S LASERBLAST L.I.F.E. CAMPAIGN

For the unveiling of the innovative Laserblast L.I.F.E. collection, fashion brand Replay champions real-life activists as models.

Replay Laserblast L.I.F.E. capsule collection combines the innovative and eco-friendly Laserblast technology, which dramatically reduces water consumption, and the use of coloured mineral pigments of natural origin. The result? One of the most sustainable denim ranges.
To bring to life the eco-credentials of this distinctive range, Replay has cast models with a world-leading ethical stance – the real-life activists transforming the way we live today.

For women the eco warrior is Norwegian born model and actress Aleksandra Orbeck-Nilssen who has her own wildlife conservation trust,  Nanofasa  and is a leading spokesperson for African environmental issues around the world www.nanofasa.com

Replay’s outstanding feature is the dyeing process using natural pigments of mineral origin. The pulverized rock imbues the fabric with a distinctive faux vintage appeal thanks to the fine variegation of hues.

The women’s styles are the skinny Luz and the boy fit Pilar jeans in three different types of wash .

http://shop.replay.it/en/Replay/FW14/Woman?myf=life

Celebs love Colors of California at Glastonbury

Launching August 2014

Colors of California @ www.amazon.co.uk

TONIC Clothing Event

TONIC Clothing in Chelsea, London  teamed up with Street Hub last week and held a party to celebrate summer.

With a DJ on the decks, the drinks were flowing with a choice of Van Bulck beer and/or Blue Nun Sparkling Gold Wine (containing  actual 22 carat gold leaf flecks). Nail wraps were offered by iZ Beauty and all guests were given 20% discount on the clothing during the event.

Founded in 2013 TONIC Clothing is a multi-brand Fashion Shop with over ten different European brands coming from Italy, France and Denmark.

Address is

309 Fulham Road

London

SW10 9QH

Tel: 020 7351 7182

Omar Mansoor - Wimbledon Inspired Collection

With the attendees ranging from royals to aristocrats and tennis lovers from all walks of life, Wimbledon has its own unique space in summery comfortable fashion.

 Omar Mansoor – the London based couturier – is known for his intricate couture featuring his signature embellishments and classic cuts. He's been creating event-themed collections for Royal Ascot for five years and this season he came up with an exclusive collection for Wimbledon 2014.

The dresses are made in tennis-dress cuts with Scottish Tartan in six different colour schemes.
 The style is cut from structured tartan, This sleek design is fitted through the bodice and tailored n a classic sheath silhouette that skims the figure. Wears yours with heeled sandals and a clutch or toughen it up with ankle boots.

For more information email via the http://www.omarmansoor.com/

Photographer: Sahid Malik
Models: Amandeep and Anu Hair
Make up: Ayesha Mubarak

Courtside style, FitFlop have got it covered for Wimbledon with cool, classic whites.

FitFlop Sunny in Bright White £60

FitFlop Bon Easy in Urban White £80

FitFlop Flora in Urban White £65

www.fitflop.co.uk

Skincare for Wimbledon

Ultrasun:

http://www.debenhams.com/beauty/ultrasun

Grace Cole

http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/on/demandware.store/Sites-hof-Site/default/Search-Show?q=Grace%20Cole%20Strawberry

Tanya Burr

http://www.superdrug.com/a-z-brands/tanya-burr/icat/tanyaburr

Ormonde Jayne's new fragrance – Black Gold

Top notes: bergamot, lemon, mandarin, clary sage and juniper berry

Heart: orchids, rose, water lilies, jasmine and carnation absolute

Base: Oudh, schinus molle, sandalwood, patchouli, vetiver, vanilla, labdanum, moss, musk, cedar, ambrette seed and amber.

Price £420 for 120ml EDP

Black Gold is exclusive to Harrods store 

and Harrods online

Asia's Finest Fashion Parade 2014 Held in London

Asia's Finest Fashion Parade 2014 held in  Kensington Palace's elegant Orangery showcased some of Pakistani's finest designers.

The glamorous event was organised by Mustang Productions & Encyclomedia’s and celebrated Asian fashion and Culture.










First on the catwalk was a relaxed chic collection by Faiza Samee, a multi-award winning design house from Pakistan.

Here we saw an eclectic mix of prints worn together creating a sophisticated bohemian look. Prints ranged from the intricate Asian patterns to the bold French Breton stripe and an English rose print.

Karachi based label AFH by Ayesha F. Hashwani fused east and west glamour for her evening wear collection.

Rich bold colours juxtaposed with the more understated creamy golds but all shone brightly with a touch of sparkling embellishments.

Art met Fashion with Studio S as designer Seher Tareen took inspiration from the Art Nouveau movement, especially Gustav Klimt's much loved The Kiss.

 Seher's glittery version blazoned the front of a sunshine yellow tunic and more subtly on the side of a yellow evening gown. Headpieces by Lisa Jayne Millinery.

Fashion designer Anamika Khanna hails from Kolkata, India.

The collection featured intricate lace and embroidery on tops and the voluminous bottom half of the skin tight bell bottom trousers.

Graduating from National College of Arts (NCA) in Lahore, Zara Shahjahan opened her flagship store in 2012.  Her latest collection featured a modern print of rows of large red insects looking very much like cockroaches.

 Somehow Zara has made this usually undesirable insect into a fashionable bug most fashionistas will be 'scurrying'  to the shops to wear. Lisa Jayne Millinery went for the more aesthetically pleasing butterfly for her headpieces.

It wasn't all clothes on display as Nazneen Tariq Khan showed off her sparkling fine jewellery.

Last but not least was Nomi Ansari who graduated from the Pakistan Institute of Fashion Design.

The collection had a masked ball theme, with a colour palette of black, white and gold. Gowns and dresses were adorned with the traditional sparkly sequins but also with the more edgy gold spiky studs.

Elaborate headpieces by Hertfordshire based Lisa Jayne Millinery.

www.lisajaynemillinery.com

Hailed The TV Ad Of The Summer from F&F‏

It’s been hailed the ‘TV ad of the summer’. The F&F Summer TV ad, which launched earlier this month, has taken the nation by storm with its fresh, vibrant visuals and of-the-moment soundtrack. 

Directed by London based filmmaker and director Adam Mufti, who has previously worked with Karl Lagerfeld and Bjork, the clip brings the spirit of the collection to life with the vibrancy and textures of Rio. 

The soundtrack is provided by huge house act FCL, two DJs and producers from Belgium, and their remake of ESP’s Chicago house hit ‘It’s You’. 

The kaleidoscopic film features highlights from the F&F Womenswear collection, modelled by Cris Urena whose previous works include Victoria Secret, Ralph Lauren and DKNY, and sees summer staples mixed with bold and bright pieces, high-shine metallic sandals and playful printed tops. Highlights from the Menswear summer collection are modelled by Arthur Kulkov, who has worked with the likes of Dolce & Gabanna and Tommy Hilfiger, and showcases graphic print tees, bold colour chinos and cool accessories.

See the full collection: 

www.f-f.com

NEW SUMMER '14 SANDAL COLLECTION FROM SEVEN BOOT LANE

http://sevenbootlane.com/collections/all/flats

Katja Nuutinen Couture creates The "Ball"- Gown‏ inspired by Wimbledon

Katja Nuutinen Couture specializes in designing fabulous ball gowns but never before quite so literally!
Based in Wimbledon she decided to celebrate tennis fortnight by creating something fun and unique, a show stopping "Ball"- gown that is sure to catch the attention of bypassers on her shop window, tennis lovers or not.

The "Ball"-gown, made of tennis ball material, will be auctioned for children's charity after the tennis fortnight. Children's wellbeing is near to Katja's heart. "Seeing a little one helpless and suffering just breaks my heart. That's why it is so important that we protect them when they are vulnerable whether due to illness, abuse or any other reason.", Katja says.

http://www.kncouture.com/

Dress shown in

7 Leopold Road

Wimbledon

London SW19 7BB

Celebrate Bike Week with HotSquash Smarty Pants

www.hotsquash.com

Smarty pants price £135:

http://www.hotsquash.com/products/trousers?mc=13&sc=21

Worn with tailored jacket price £195

http://www.hotsquash.com/products/jacket?mc=13&sc=22

Omar Mansoor's Royal Ascot Collection

Following the strict dress code for the Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot, couturier Omar Mansoor has created two key looks for the occasion:

Royal Enclosure: Formal daywear required.  Think well groomed glamour and sophistication

Both of Omar's dresses are glamorous and sophisticated. 

Lace is THE on trend fabric to wear this season and so will be a firm fashion favourite at the races. Omar uses vintage lace over the classic shift dress. Colour palette navy and white.

Another fashion favourite is the wearing of all white. Omar marries the romantic lace and the cool white trends together to create a fresh crisp lady like look. 

Hot to Trot is this dramatic red structured dress with statement shoulder detailing - definitely a winner at the fashion races. 

Both dress styles fit the neckline and skirt length rule for the Royal Enclosure:

Neckline Rules:  No halter necks, strapless gowns, off the shoulder or spaghetti straps. Dress straps must be at least one inch wide. And wearing a jacket or matching bolero over a dress does not count – the actual dress has to follow the guidelines.

Skirt length Rule:  No minis or shorts, dress length should be no shorter than just above the knee

Model Lisa Grace

Hair and Make up Vee MUA

Stylist Tomas Mihalik

Photographers Robert Lapworth with Tomek Dyczewski www.edison.uk.com

Designer Collaboration Charity Tees - Save The Sea‏

Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) announces the opening of a pop-­‐up shop in the heart of London where you can buy affordable designer fashion, all sustainably and ethically made and it's for charity.

Caroline Ford in Serge DeNimes design

 Just For... EJF newest collection 'Save The Sea' ocean inspired t-shirts are available and were created by British designers Emma Cook, Patternity and Ollie Proudlock's Serge DeNimes.

Diana Vickers in the Patternity design

 The Just For…EJF pop-up shop will be raising vital funds in support of the Environmental Justice Foundation’s campaigns to end illegal pirate fishing, ensuring recognition and protection for climate refugees, protect habitats for bees and end the use of some of the world's most toxic pesticides.

Zara Martin in Emma Cook design 

Just For…EJF pop up shop is open until 22nd June at 13 Newburgh Street, London W1 just off Carnaby Street
Or shop online at http://www.just-for.co.uk/coming-soon-save-the-sea-designer-collab-t-shirts/

HOUSE OF HOLLAND X HATTIE STEWART

For Pre Fall 2014 House of Holland has collaborated with celebrated illustrator Hattie Stewart. Stewart is a young London based illustrator with a vibrant & cheeky style.

A self - professed 'professional doodler' her unique and playful illustration extends itself through art and fashion having worked with designers as well as exhibiting in L.A, Miami, New York, Berlin and London. For this exclusive capsule with House of Holland, Hattie worked her signature doodling style on some iconic movie posters and Boyband album artworks.

The collection comprises of 3 jersey dress shapes, 3 tees and 2 body-con miniskirts.

http://www.houseofholland.co.uk/collections/prefall14

VERSACE RESORT 2015‏

Urban, bold, luxurious:  Geometric markings in graphic black and white, with a vibrant mix of beige, lilac, strawberry and lime.

A new take on tailoring, with jackets cut fluid in matt jersey are mixed with the essential new jacket in a boxy shape made modern in silk cotton.
Sportswear becomes luxe with relaxed parkas in technical fabric that shimmers, or a vivid color bomber jacket embroidered with a Medusa on the back.

Color-blocked dresses have asymmetric panels.
Pants are a key focus for tuxedo high-waist and tight leg, for day and sportswear low waist and loose.
Details are like accessories themselves, with large press studs, double gold rings with Medusa heads, and zips that are like tribal jewellery.

“This is a Versace collection for the way women live their lives today, mixing sportswear with tailoring to create a new form of luxury” Donatella Versace.