Patuna AW18 at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week

As always,  Georgian designer Patuna shows the power with her femininity, not for defending it, but for asserting its values.

 In evening dresses with drapings of light pink chiffons and beige tulles, the shapes are fluid, the transparencies made of laces are sublimated with Swarovski crystals and semi precious stones

.In the movement, the architectural structures contrast with the vanishing trains and silks, as some tremendous golden and silver vessels making curls and turbulences on their way…

 An AW season made for intimate evenings at the Medicis Villa, or for climbing the steps of the Palais des Festivals… Or for laying the cards at Deauville!

Frederique Constant launch New Ladies Automatic in London with Gwyneth Paltrow

London – Thursday, 21st of June 2018, Frederique Constant unveiled its new classic and feminine Ladies Automatic models. Around 150 guests participated in the event including the brand’s Global Charity Ambassador Gwyneth Paltrow.

Gwyneth wore a floral midi by Emila Wickstead.
The event was held at the European museum of the year: the exclusive Design Museum in London.

Guests included the media (including yours truly) , retailers, and VIPs of the brand. My dress (by couturier Omar Mansoor) even matched the pink carpet!! How hot (pink ) is that!

 CEO Peter Stas, COO Aletta Stas and Charity Brand ambassador Gwyneth Paltrow revealed to guests a refined and delicately colored collection in a flowery and summery atmosphere.

 The founders of the brand announced the brand’s donation of 50.000 US$ to Gwyneth Paltrow’s charity of choice: DonorsChoose.org. For each Ladies Automatic sold, $50 is donated to this foundation. This action enables the DonorsChoose.org to support education and sports for underprivileged children in the USA.

 To celebrate this launch, guests enjoyed a gala dinner,

Surrounded by the emblematic couture masterpieces created by the legendary fashion designer: Azzedine Alaïa. The presented creations at the exhibition are symbols of the empowerment of women and mirror perfectly the passion, creativity and craftmanship invested into our Ladies Automatic watches. Overall, a perfect match for this unique event.

The brand’s iconic “Heart Beat” signature opening at 12 o’clock stands proudly on the decorated sunray dials. The four new colored Heart Beat dials are further enhanced by applied diamonds and Roman numeral indexes.

This emblematic “Heart Beat” aperture has been a renowned success for Frederique Constant over the years. It is a true expression of the brand’s interpretation of time. Thanks to this embellished opening, protected by a convex sapphire crystal, the beating automatic movement can be admired. The six new watches come either with polished stainless steel or rose gold plated 36mm diameter cases with an open case-back. Two models are powered by the FC-303 automatic movement displaying the hours, minutes and date at 3 o’clock. Four models are powered by the FC-310 automatic movement displaying the Heart Beat aperture at 12 o’clock, the hours and minutes. Both calibers are Swiss made with 26 jewels, beating at 28’000 alt per hour, offer a 38-hour power reserve and a water resistance of 5 meters. Modern and stylish, the alligator straps matching the dial colors are available in shiny grey, light blue, navy and burgundy.

Get the Look - Sophie Countess of Wessex's outfit to the Royal Wedding

Sophie, Countess of Wessex wore British Couture and ready-to-wear designer Suzannah for the Royal Wedding. Suzannah designed a bespoke bodice top for Sophie and it has been paired with the Suzannah Curve Midi Skirt. Please see below the Suzannah Threadwork Bodice Top, similar the top Suzannah designed for Sophie, and the Curve Midi Skirt.

Curve midi skirt £995.00

https://www.suzannah.com/ready-to-wear/skirts/alice-blue-curve-midi-skirt.aspx

Sequin Daisy bodice top £695.00

https://www.suzannah.com/ready-to-wear/skirts/sequin-daisy-bodice-top.aspx

Pippa Middleton wears The Fold & Robinson Pelham to the Royal Wedding

Sister to the Duchess of Cambridge, Pippa Middleton wears the elegant Hepburn dress by British brand The Fold to the wedding of Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

The Hepburn dress is made in pure Italian silk, patterned with a delicate floral print inspired by chinoiserie. The artwork was exclusively painted in Italy for The Fold.
 The close-fit bodice gently falls into a softly pleated skirt, which creates beautiful movement.

 Price £495 / $695
 Available now at the Fold Chelsea store (28 Cadogan Place, SW1X) and online

https://thefoldlondon.com/product/hepburn-dress-bloom-print-silk/

Pippa also wore earrings by British fine jewellers Robinson Pelham to the Royal Wedding. The Tsar Star Earrings in 14ct white gold are set with diamonds. Price £3660.00

http://robinsonpelham.com/product/oxygen-tsar-star-earrings/

Gwyneth Paltrow, Global Charity Ambassador for Frederique Constant

Actress and philanthropist Gwyneth Paltrow is the Global Charity Ambassador to Frederique Constant for the 3rd year running.

Regent's University of London Graduate Fashion Show 2018

Regent's University of London held their graduate fashion show where the fashion students were able to present their own signature style designs.

Alison De Meirsman
Tilted 'The Warp Parade', Alison De Meirsman's collection incorprates random stone washed, bleached and dyed denim, a 1950's print and transparent asymmetric layers of silk and organdie.

Nouras Obeid
Titled 'Misplaced Digits', Noura Obeid was inspired by Surrealism and a temporary escape from reality. Colour palette inspired by photography of Sanja Marusic.

Takwa Dalbani 
Ttitled 'Drifter 1967', Takwa Dalbani was inspired by the 'make love not war' peace movement in San Franciso during the summer of love 1967. Flowing silhouettes, colourful palette and transparent textures to celebrate the vibrancy of that era.

Rojia Hatami
Titled 'Chaotic Splendour', Rojia Hatami's collection is of exaggerated, voluminous pieces gathered with the use of leather straps, Inspired by the tranquility that exists after a storm. 

Unnati Shah
Titled 'A Proper Woman', Unnati Shah explores details from saris such as layering, pleating, gathering and the asymmetrical silhouette to create a contemporary collection

Laura Gadza Cermak 
Titled 'Where's F***ing Wonderland?',Laura Gadza Cermak was inspired by Alice in Wonderland and the idea of hell - things not always as they seem 

Kripali Rajwani 
Titled 'G-Cube2', Kripali Rajwani was inspired by Tetris, a primary game introduced in 1984. Kripali translated its simplicity and minimalism into a collection of cuboid shapes, bright colours and blocks 

Ilyes Ouali 
Titled 'Frozen Trash'. It tells a story of a rich couple's life in a French ski station in the 80's. the clash of evening wear and technical ski wear shows the underlying reality of their happy times. Climbing accessories refers to the final chapter when they decide to throw themselves from the top of a mountain.

Celine Klein
Titled 'Creatures des Bois' , Celine Klein was inspired by the mythological spirit of nature- the Nymph. Ruffles grow sporadically out of the seams as though nature is blossoming out of this mythical recreation in order to adorn the wearer.

Srimah Khan 
Titled ' Ardour: The Heat of Passion' , Srimah Khan was Inspired by organic forms and the texture of fungi using oversized silhouettes. Masculine shirts with feminine elements show the woman as strong & confident yet beautiful & delicate

Ziyu Wu
Titled 'The Abandoned Doll in the Corner', Ziyu Wu's collection represents vunerable women in society by emulating the form of a broken doll. Design elements are various differing simulations of body parts and joints.