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H&M ANNOUNCES GIAMBATTISTA VALLI COLLABORATION!!

5/23/2019

Photo Credit: H&M

H&M has announced its latest designer collection and it might be the most exciting yet!

Giambattista Valli, the Parisian Italian couturier has excitingly created a limited edition collection for high street store H&M made up of stunning evening dresses and has even extended the collection to menswear, a first for Valli. The first collection will go on sale online and at select H&M stores on May 25th with the main collection going on sale November 7th.

The collaboration was announced in the most glamorous of ways, at the AmfAR gala in Cannes. Valli along with H&M’s Creative Advisor Ann-Sofie Johansson were joined on the red carpet with a few of Valli’s celeberity fans made up of Chiara Ferragni, Kendall Jenner and Bianca Brandolini wearing the stunning dresses from the H&M collaboration. Representing the menswear collection was Chris Lee, H.E.R., and Ross Lynch (pictured above). Even more excitingly the pieces worn to the gala will even be available on the first collection drop on May 25th, so fans don't even have to wait to get their hands on the pieces. Just rush as they are sure to sell out in record time!

Photo Credit: H&M

Speaking of the collaboration Valli said, “I am excited about this collaboration: H&M gives me the opportunity to bring my vision of style and my celebration of beauty to a wider audience. The goal is to share my love for beauty and to be able to be part of everyone’s “happy moments", to help create love stories all around the world."

Johannson, Creative Advisor for H&M has said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Giambattista Valli. He is the undisputed master of haute couture with a knack for the memorable silhouette. To be able to bring his signature styles to our customers is a dream come true. We can’t wait to see their reactions to this beautiful collection.”

Photo Credit: H&M

ABOUT GIAMBATTISTA VALLI

Born and raised in Rome, Giambattista Valli launched his namesake line in Paris in 2005. His universe now encompasses ready-to-wear, haute couture and accessories. The collaboration with H&M is the first of its kind for Valli and also marks Valli’s first foray into menswear.
A limited pre-collection of the Giambattista Valli x H&M collaboration will be available in 12 selected H&M stores around the world and on hm.com on May 25th. The exquisite pieces give fashion fans a sneak peek of the exciting collaboration full of stylish twists and turns. The main collection launches worldwide on November 7, 2019. - H&M (Press release)

For more information visit:

hm.com
Giambattistavalli.com
@giambattistavalliparis
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RIHANNA'S NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH LVMH BREAKS RECORDS

5/11/2019

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Rihanna is breaking history this week with the launch of her partnership with Fenty Maison and LVMH. On Friday, May 10th 2019, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, made the announcement that this Spring they will be launching a new Maison and Robyn Rihanna Fenty would be taking helm as creative director. The launch will not only see Rihanna be the first new house created by LVMH since Christian Lacroix in 1987, it’s also the first time that a woman has created an original brand with the group and the first time a woman of color has been at the top of the LVMH Maison. A Maison is the way in which LVMH organize their brands, of which they have 70 and 6 different sectors.

Rihanna (Badgalriri Instagram)

Rihanna has already proven her success working with LVMH. She began her partnership with the luxury market leaders two years ago back in 2017, in their cosmetics and beauty sector with the launch of her Fenty Beauty Brand. The collection includes 40 shades of foundation in order to make the line an all inclusive one. It worked, Fenty Beauty saw a turnover of $562 Million USD in their first full year.

Fenty Maison will be based in France. Speaking about the new deal on her Instagram Rihanna said, “Big day for the culture. This is proof that nothing is impossible.”

Rihanna (Badgalriri Instagram)

This deal really is a huge feat for Rihanna and in fact a change to the fashion industry. LVMH and indeed many luxury design houses have been slow to diversify the creatives at the helm of brands. In 2018, when Virgil Abloh took over as menswear artistic director of LVMH’s Louis Vuitton he broke history by being the only black designer to be at the helm of a heritage fashion house and to this day still remains the only one.

This news is certainly a step in the right direction to changing this. With Rihanna’s massive social media following and her authenticity, this will hopefully help make the fashion industry more open to bringing in some diversity to their houses. Particularly as this new deal with Rihanna and LVMH is a true partnership. Not just being the face of a brand makes Rihanna’s partnership extremely different to any previous celebrity deals.

Fans will be able to see the first collection late Spring debuting in Paris.

Visit : www.fenty.com for more information

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ANNA WINTOUR PAYS TRIBUTE TO KARL LAGERFELD #THEMET

5/7/2019

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The theme of the Met Gala this year was ‘Camp: Notes on Fashion’. Inspired by the Susan Sontag's essay, in which Sontag defines it by saying, “Love of the unnatural: of artifice and exaggeration.”

For this years Met, Anna Wintour wore a feathered look, embellished with crystals, a creation made by Chanel. The dress was significant for several reasons. Not only was Wintour pulling the theme back to its original inspiration, Sontag, in which her essay states, “Camp is a woman walking around in a dress made of 3 million feathers" and thus Wintour's dress inception was born, she was also paying a beautiful tribute to Karl Lagerfeld in the process.

Lagerfeld had begun making the dress before he passed away, Wintour told reporters at the Met, “Karl made it for me, and Virginie finished.”

Wintour was referencing Virginie Viard, who has worked along side Lagerfeld for over thirty years and has now taken the helm as artistic director.

Wintour spoke earlier this year at the Women in the World Summit 2019 saying how devastated she had been to learn of the passing of Lagerfeld. The day Wintour found out she was taking an early morning flight from London to Milan. Finding out by reading the papers that day she said she just, "started to bawl" before continuing, "Karl was just this force. There was no one, there is no one like Karl; he was a completely exceptional person.” And there was no better way to pay tribute to him.

HERE ARE SOME OF THE OTHER BEST DRESSED FROM THE NIGHT!

Lady Gaga!

We can't talk about the Met Gala without talk about Lady Gaga's red carpet looks, yes, that was plural- four to be exact and her incredible entrance that lasted 16 minutes! She was one of the first to arrive (after Anna Winour) and spent 16 minutes on the red carpet in a choreographed routine that saw her shrouded by dancers and the designer who created her dresses, Brandon Maxwell, who helped her shed each look before revealing the next. Lady Gaga who is one of the co-chairs of the gala and who helped pick the theme, clearly nailed it. Posing up a storm up and down the pink carpet stairs in each look! She absolutely won the night.

Lady Gaga Instagram

Bee Shaffer in Alexander McQueen (Alexander McQueen Instagram)

Serena Williams Wearing Versace (Serena Williams Instagram)

Billy Porter wearing a custom made suit and Custom Giuseppe Zanotti shoes (Billy Porter Instagram)

Co-Chair Harry Styles and Alessandro Michele on their way to the Met wearing Gucci (Gucci Instagram)

Céline Dion in Oscar de la Renta dress weighing over 22 pounds.

Laverne Cox wearing Christian Siriano. (Christian Siriano Instagram)

Awkwafina wearing Altuzarra.

Katy Perry wearing Moschino (Moschino Instagram)

Gemma Chan wearing custom Tom Ford (Gemma Chan Instagram)

Yara Shahidi wearing custom Prada with David Webb jewels. (Yara Shahidi Instagram)

Florence Welch moment before going to the Met wearing custom Gucci (Gucci Instagram)

Saoirse Ronan wearing Gucci (Gucci Instagram)

Kris Jenner looking unrecongonizable in Tommy Hilfiger

Emily Blunt wearing Michael Kors

The Olsen Twins in Vintage Chanel

Irinya Shayk in head to toe Burberry

Naomi Campbell wearing Maison Valentino

Janelle Monáe wearing Christian Siriano (Christian Siriano Instagram)

Inspired by Jean Harlow, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wearing Oscar de la Renta

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STACY FAN IN UPCOMING (WARNER BROTHERS) STAGE 13 / YOMYOMF SHOW: FAMILY STYLE

5/2/2019

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Eurasian Vogue founder Stacy Fan in new show ‘Family Style’ a food and travel series with Stage 13 (Warner Brother’s Digital Platform) and Justin Lin’s YOMYOMF

Over here at Eurasian Vogue we’re excited to announce that Stacy Fan is one of the ‘foodie fam’ members / co-hosts in an upcoming Asian food and travel show. The show will be premiering May 13th, with its world premiere this Sunday, May 5th at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival L.A at 3pm.

The shows announcement exclusive went to:

Stacy Fan with Fresh Off The Boat actor Hudson Yang and fellow 'Foodie-Fam' member and co-host Lana McKissack

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Justin Lin’s YOMYOMF And Stage 13 Serve Up ‘Family Style’ Food And Travel Series

Food, travel, and Asian tradition — what is there not to like in the new short-form series Family Style from Justin Lin’s YOMYOMF and Stage 13? The new unscripted food and travel series is fronted by the “Foodie Fam” — eight friends bound together by their knowledge and love for culture, cuisine and sharing family moments around the table. The series will kick off on May 13 with two episodes.

The new trailer will make your mouth water as the Foodie Fam and special guests travel around the world including Vietnam, China, the Philippines as well as Hawaii and Los Angeles to explore all sorts of cuisine and the tradition behind it. The Foodie Fam consists of Stacy Fan (contributing editor for Harper’s Bazaar, China), Lana McKissack (Shameless, Criminal Minds), comedian and actor Gilbert Galon, Amanda Suk (The Runaways), Korean-American actor/filmmaker Arvin Lee, Anthony Ma (Dear White People, NCIS: Los Angeles); Chinese writer/director Oates Wu and Sujata Day(Insecure).
The series will include appearances by The Good Doctor star Daniel Dae Kim, Fresh off the Boat actor Hudson Yang and his father CNN journalist Jeff Yang, Crazy Rich Asians and Shadowhunters actor Harry Shum Jr. and Crazy Rich Asians director Jon M. Chu.

Family Style is produced by Stage 13 and YOMYOMF with Executive Producers Philip W. Chung, Marie Jamora and Jason McLagan. The series will premiere original episodes twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays with the season ending the week of June 17. The series will live on Stage 13/WB’s FB Watch, YouTube and Stage13.com platforms.

Watch the trailer below and be sure to tune in May 13th to check out the first episode!

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MOTHER'S DAY GIFTING GUIDE!

4/21/2019

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We all know being a Mother is one of, if not the hardest job out there. So take some time this Mother's Day to shower your mom with some love! Gifts certainly aren't everything, but if you are looking to indulge your mom this year, here are a few ideas of things she might just love!

JO MALONE

If you mother is a fan of candles, you cannot go wrong with Jo Malone, the best on the market with the most incredible scents and a burn time of 45 hours!

https://www.jomalone.com/

WILLOW PUMP

If you have a partner, wife or even a good friend who is about to have a baby and she plans on nursing, The Willow Pump is a gift that she will be in love with as The Willow Pump is revolutionising the pumping experience.

Naomi Kelman, president and CEO of Willow® was determined to solve one of the most common complaints by moms of nursing newborns, that of being tethered to a traditional pump and being unable to really do anything else whilst pumping as you are attached to a loud machine.

Therefore Kelman created The Willow. This unique pump has totally changed the pumping process, creating a seamless experience that allows moms to pump milk for their babies whilst moving throughout their day. The wearable breast pump system fits in a bra, using game-changing, award-winning technology making it a fast way to pump on the move. Simply put inside your bra and pump on the move and in any position.

A pump that allows you to be untethered to a machine and without spilling a drop of milk? A dream come true for any nursing mother. (Pictured: The Willow Pump and the milk bag that fits inside the pump for convenient on-the-go storage.)

Finally a pump the allows you to go about your life whilst pumping, from sitting at your office desk, having coffee with friends, or even catching a flight. Willow Pump is going to be the new best friend for nursing moms!

BENEFITS OF THE WILLOW 2.0

- Extremely quiet allowing you to confidently and discreetly pump in public
- Allows you to pump in any position without spilling a drop of milk
- It has only two parts to clean making it convenient to use and convenient to clean
- A peek through window allowing you to see how much you are pumping
- The milk bags inside the Willow Pump means you can pump on the go and easily transfer the milk into a cooler or fridge for later use no matter where you are (no need to transfer the milk to another container, making The Willow the only pump of its kind on the market.)

The Willow® Wearable Breast Pump has a clear Flange for visible alignment, peek-through window to see milk flow and quick-snap closure for instant assembly. The Willow 2.0 helps women get pumping faster and in the most efficient way. Additionally, Willow’s app now includes real-time tips and notifications that are customized to Mom’s own pumping experience!

A way to track your milk and go about your day? It's the best gift a new mother can receive!

www.willowpump.com

NOCTURNE JEWELLERY

The Georgina Necklace

Nocturne is a stunning jewellery company that are a beautiful mix of East meets West. I have long been a fan of the company for their incredible statement pieces. I always get complimented on my necklaces whenever I wear them (which is frequently!) and asked where they are from. The ideal unique gift for your mother this Mother's Day!

Looking for further information on the company? Check out my interview with creative director Catherine Howkins on Eurasian Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, China

http://nocturne.co.uk

The Kimie Necklace

Devon Blossom Earrings

DYSON SUPERSONIC HAIRDRYER

The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer is not your ordinary dryer! Engineered to protect your hair from extreme damage, the Dyson Supersonic Hair dryer allows you to dry your hair at an amazing speed with controlled styling. Measuring air temperature at 20 times a second whilst regulating heat. In doing so, this prevents any extreme heat damage to the hair and allows your hair to retain its beautiful natural shine!

What makes the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer even more unique is that most hair dryers tend to be very top-heavy, however the Dyson Supersonic hair dryers is engineered with the motor in the handle which means that the Dyson has shifted its center of gravity to allow the dryer to feel balanced in your hand. In addition, the Dyson Styling concentrator produces a high velocity blade of air that is perfect for styling, and due to the air being so focused, you can even style one section at a time without disturbing the rest of you hair!

If you have curly hair, or have styled your hair with curls, The Dyson Diffuser is engineered to dispense air evenly around your curls. Simulating natural drying, the result is reduced frizz and improved definition.

Want to control the temperature as you style? This hair dryer has 4 precise heat options:

212°F fast drying and styling
176°F regular drying
140°F gentle drying
Constant cold

The constant cold setting allows you to set your hair after styling, leaving you with the perfect blow out. A gift your mother that she can use everyday of the week and make them look incredible in the process? She's sure to love it!

https://www.dyson.com

TEA DROPS

Being a mom is one of the most tiring jobs out there, so take this day to give your mother a moment of luxury and time to relax with Tea Drops. These delicious organic teas are individually wrapped and dissolve in your cup. Made with delicate spices and lightly sweetened with organic cane sugar, they steep instantly and make the perfect cup of tea each time! Try their most popular sampler variety box so she can try a variety of flavors!

STRATHBERRY BAGS

Established in 2013, the company were propelled to success and hit headlines when Meghan Markle began using their bags. However their classic quality speaks for itself. With a wonderful selection of elegant, standout yet practical bags that will take you everywhere from work right through to evening.

EAST/ WEST WILD BIRDS PUFFIN BAG

EAST / WEST STYLIST

CRESCENT SHOULDER BAG

All bags are made in Spain using the finest calf leather and microfiber lining with a suede like finish.

www.strathberry.com

CAPSUL JEWELRY

Sound wave necklace by Capsul

A regular reader of Eurasian Vogue will know we are a huge fan of Capsul Jewellery! We simply can't put together a gifting guide, particularly a Mother's Day guide without including them! With all pieces available to be customized, from bracelets, necklaces to sound waves that can be imprinted on a necklace, or handwriting that is 3D printed on to your chosen piece, Capsul jewellery really is a unique company and makes for the perfect gift for Mother's Day.

The collection also includes ready-to-wear pieces with necklaces and bracelets available to spell out a message or a name in block letters, and rings that are stackable to create special initials.

The most unique and heartfelt gifts can all be found at Capsul Jewellery.

www.capsuljewelry.com

MANIFESTO JEWELRY

Martin Ortiz is the designer behind beautiful brand Manifesto Jewellery. With their original and iconic style, they are known for their simple geometric designs which are both chic and elegant. Manifesto Jewelry have a collection of rings and necklaces that can be paired with anything in your wardrobe to instantly give it a modern update. The perfect gift for a modern mom!

https://www.manifestojewelry.com

FLORENCE RING

ARMOR RING

YING YANG RING

Parker Smith JEANS

TWISTED SEAM SKINNY JEANS

Parker Smith jeans are the dream denim brand. With an array of both classic and contemporary styles, as well as their contoured waist band with a 10.5 inch rise, make Parker Smith jeans not only fashion forward but practical jeans for a mom on the go.

THE CROPPED TUXEDO

THE BOMBSHELL BELL

Indulge your mom this Mother's Day with their classic jeans or for a more modern mom, check out their funkier more trend focused pieces available in sizes 24-32 inch waist. Whatever you're looking for you'll find the perfect pair to suit your mom this Mother's Day (and maybe even snag a pair for yourself!)

www.parkersmith.com

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FIDM DEBUT 2019

4/8/2019

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On Saturday 6th April, I attended the FIDM Debut 2019 show at Barker Hangar, Los Angeles. It was the third year I've had the honour of attending and I love going to see the freshest talent that are about to embark on their careers in the fashion industry.

As always the students have been guided by the incredible program at FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles) who have nurtured the students and enabled their creativity to run so freely and beautifully with the results being displayed on stage last Saturday night. It was another breathtaking Debut.

Carrie Durrant attending with Stacy Fan / Eurasian Vogue

This year they had the inclusion of the Advanced Business of Denim, a wonderful new program designed to facilitate the education for students focusing on denim design and development which includes product application, industry sustainability and denim finishing as well as production.

This new program is armouring students with the knowledge that will enable them to succeed in the international world of denim from fibre origin, right through to product life. The program even includes study tours to agricultural sites, textile mills, production facilities and finishing labs that will advance students’ ability to apply their knowledge to the ever-changing denim industry.

With the West Coat being the head of the denim industry with 90% of premium denim brands being represented here, the program couldn't be more appropriate as the newest program available at FIDM. The industry based program includes trips to Amsterdam and Japan bringing students into the facilities and offices of such global brands as GUESS?, Inc., AG, 7 for All Mankind, G-Star, Scotch & Soda, and True Religion for a total hands-on experience.

Here are some of the designers from the night!

THE DESIGNERS

The Advanced Business of Fashion

Edith Baeza

Shannon Reddy

ADVANCED FASHION DESIGN STUDENTS

Sofia Elin

Jason Tirtorahardjo

Emi Ishizeki

Kyle Denman

Kai Erven

Anna Reinherz

Adam James

Heewon Moon

Mitchell Carr

Photo credits:

Alex J. Berliner/ABImages
Benjamin Shmikler/ABImages

With thanks as always to FIDM

http://fidm.edu

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CRAZY RICH ASIANS EXHIBITION

3/31/2019

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On Saturday 23rd March 2019, I had the honor of moderating a Crazy Rich Asians panel, Style On Screen at The FIDM Museum, featuring Costume designer, Mary Vogt, production designer, Nelson Coates and the films editor, Myron Kerstein.

With the panel giving incredible insights into everything from how they breakdown the script when they receive it, (Coates reads the last ten pages first to see how it ends..!) to finding the incredible locations (the movie was shot in multi cities spread over three countries) and just how Kerstein edited that goosebump inducing mahjong scene so beautifully despite not knowing how to play the game. Wrapping it instead around the powerful performance of Constance Wu and the battle that goes down between the characters, Eleanor Young and Rachel Chu.

As we close, Mary Vogt explains the costume choices for the scene. A switch in roles as Rachel wears a more traditional Chinese dress, whilst Eleanor wears a tailored suit much more western in style to the previous outfits she’s worn before. It's the first time we’ve see her step away from her home in the movie and she looks ready for battle in the power suit. It’s an “Avengers- Style” (Myron Kerstein) battle scene between these two women as we see a breakdown in cultural barriers as the confrontation takes place.

The Crazy Rich Asians costumes being exhibited at FIDM Museum.

From left to right, Nelson Coates (Production designer), Mary Vogt (Costume designer), Myron Kerstein (Editor) and Stacy Fan

The movie is truly incredible, both in narrative as well as being so visually breathtaking thanks to the awe inspiring talent of the people on the panel. Be sure to check out the Crazy Rich Asians exhibition at FIDM Museum, open now until April 12th 2019.

Visit: http://fidmmuseum.org for more information.

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THE NEW WAY TO WEAR YOUR DRESS...

3/11/2019

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Photo credit: Song of Style

As we wait for summer to approach and those maxi and midi dresses in your wardrobe are screaming to be worn, the latest fashion trend is bringing some good news as the latest way to wear your dress is over jeans and leggings!

It's a trend that was seen on the runway and is already being translated on to the streets with bloggers and editors showing us just how practical and fun the look can be!

Midi dresses work perfectly over a skinny, or a longer flared jean whilst maxi dresses work best when they have a front or side slit. For a more casual look, pair with faded cropped denim which work beautifully with an ankle boot. For a dressier look, wear with skinny jeans and a heel.

For day time ease, wear a colourful midi dress over boyfriend jeans and pair with sneakers or a flat pump.

The look can even work for the office, keep the dress a neutral tone, black or navy, and wear over leggings and wear with a simple black heel (ala Something Navy)

Check out some of the looks below for inspiration!

Photo credit: Instagram Eurasian Vogue / Stacy Fan

Photo Credit : Arielle Charnas / Something Navy

Photo credit: Instagram Eurasian Vogue / Stacy Fan

Photo Credit : Arielle Charnas / Something Navy

Photo credit: Want Get Repeat Instagram

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Photo: Anine Bing

Photo credit: Instagram Eurasian Vogue / Stacy Fan

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BEST EMERGING DESIGNERS 2019: FLYING SOLO

3/7/2019

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Elena Rudenko at Flying Solo NYFW Show

As a regular reader will know, I am such a fan of Flying Solo in New York. Every time I visit them, I always find the most incredible designers who are creating inspired collections that you really can’t find anywhere else.

I am so happy to bring you some of the latest designers from the store that you should be keeping an eye out for in 2019.

MONA ROMANI

Mona Romani is an incredibly unique designer and solving two big wardrobe problems many women are facing, that of not having enough space in their wardrobes at home and not having enough space in their luggage when they go away. So how is Romani solving this you might wonder? All of her stunning pieces are reversible! Therefore investing in her designs will always allow you to have two outfits in one, saving both room in your wardrobe and your luggage. The added bonus is that due to the reversibility of her pieces, every item is perfectly stitched. Romani tells me that the idea started simply because she didn’t like it when her pieces weren't finished perfectly and stitching was visible and from this the idea of duality on each piece was born.

Romani's long evening gowns are also reversible, making them such a great investment piece. In her collection she has even designed a ruffle dress, that once reversed completely hides the ruffles which results in creating an entirely new look for 'look two'.

Impeccably made, fashion forward pieces that look stunning from every angle. A two for one look and creating more room in your wardrobe? What is not to love about Mona Romani?!

AVEM

Avem shoes should be considered pieces of art. All are handmade in Italy, with three generations making shoes for the family business now with designer Nok taking the helm.

The latest fall / winter 19 collection is called, ‘Enchanted Land’ and is inspired by nature, with a wolf, fox and rabbit image featured on the collection.

Nok's name in Thai means bird and Avem means bird in Latin and this is where the designer drew her inspiration on for the latest collection. However the stunning collection below with their floral pattern is called 'Flowers of the Soul' perfect for stepping into spring / summer with!

Some of the shoes are vintage inspired with ruffles and featuring black and gold. The designer has even created an ankle cuff for the collection that can be worn with the shoe for added detail. Others feature embroidery that makes even the flats in her collection dressy enough to wear out in the evening, Nok tells me, “Each one has a different soul.” Check out Avem for simple, multi purpose stunning shoes that are timeless in design.

https://www.avemshoes.com

MIND OF KYE NUDE COLLECTION BY KYEMAH MCENTYRE

Designer of Mind of Kye, Kyemah McEntyre with Stacy Fan (wearing Elena Rudenko trousers)

The designer behind Mind of Kye, Kyemah McEntyre is simply stunning as is her vision for her latest collection, in which she has redefined the idea of what the colour ‘nude’ is. Usually deemed as a pale tone, everyones ‘nude’ is completely different and her line has made everyones colour inclusive of this, "Nude can be pale, but it can also be tan or dark brown", the designer says. With her collection, McEntyre has included fluid dresses but has redefined them as a symbol of strength. The collection explores dresses reflecting this fluidity, femininity and your true colour and the empowerment of all those elements.

McEntyre has also played around with tones, inspired by copper pennies. Something that many people will disregard as having no value, McEntyre is reinventing the idea of what we deem to be valuable or not. The Mind of Kye, a collection that is truly inspired and inspiring.

http://www.themindofkye.com

ELENA RUDENKO

A firm favorite designer of mine, Rudenko has created a stunning SS19 collection, this time using pastel colours and belle flowers as the source of her inspiration.

Dresses that can be worn two ways with the floral structure remaining the source of inspiration. Also in the collection is a crop top and detachable flowers and pieces that can become sleeveless. Rudenko has once again created a collection that is multi-functional, but always stunning and striking with all the lines of her dresses reminiscent of the flower that started the inspiration for the collection.

www.elenarudenko.com

Photo credits: Elena Rudenko Instagram

C_EST D BY DOYEON YONI YU

With over 67% of American women a size US 14 and above, Yu wanted to redefine the concept of body positivity and create a collection of clothes that weren’t focused on size, but fashion. “There is no body size” Yu tells me, “Only fashion”.

Unlike other companies catering to a customer of all sizes, Yoni Yu is big on color, not understanding why brands that have plus sizes only tend to focus on black and white palettes.

Even Yu's shoes are bright in color and ensure you don’t go unnoticed. Yoni Yu is a brand unlike anything out there, promoting a positive body image without limitation that allows her customer to express themselves and have fun with fashion, just the way it was intended.

www.yoniyu.com

GAVEA.NYC

Designer Paula Dias tells me that her fascination with identity is closely connected to her love of fashion, "The way we choose to dress after all is a huge indication of how we choose to present ourselves" says Dias.

Starting out with a 12 year long career in business, Dias made the brave leap to go and study at Parsons School of Design, to learn how to construct and design. After completing her studies, Dias made the official move to New York and began her life as a designer.

The Gavea collection is inspired by not just identity but construction around the city of New York. Everywhere Dias looked she saw road signs, ‘Caution’ and ‘Fire Hose Keep Clear’ as well as cones and as many signs giving out instructions.

Dias realized seeing all these signs, that her own construction was taking place. Having changed career and moved to another city she said she herself felt, "Dangerous, flammable and far from finished" In fact Dias was just starting and the pieces from her collection were born.

www.gavea.nyc

CHAE New York

A new contemporary womenswear designer who counts Cardi B amongst her fans, Chae focuses on classic clothes that aren’t designed in a classic way. Describing the brand as “New, youthful and wild classics" Chae uses both current trends and classic elements in her designs. With textiles that are sourced from Italy as well as England, the result is a collection of beautifully tailored pieces.

This particular collection was inspired by the concept that we are open 24/7, working so hard as we spend so much time at the office but yet we can’t express ourselves there. Therefore Chae has created a collection of suits that are classic in their structure but with an edge, allowing those who wear her pieces to express how they are feeling inside. For truly standout pieces and for those who love beautiful tailoring but don’t want to blend in, Chae might well be you new go-to designer!

www.chaeyoonyoo.com

JO KILDA

Jo Kilda has created a collection of all vegan pieces, however to feel and see the collection up close, you would never know they weren't real leather.

A beautiful faux fur coat in emerald green, a suede-esque double breasted jacket and a long stunning vegan dress with pleats. The collection even includes a vegan leather jumpsuit, the likes of which have not been seen before and took the designer numerous attempts to get the piece just right as no factory could complete the pleats in vegan leather the way the designer required it to be done.

Jo Kilda has created a beautiful, cruelty free collection that is influenced by her background of Australian style, with a reality in her designs for real people. I personally wore one of her pieces to the Candice Cuoco show in New York for NYFW and got so many compliments. The dress felt exactly like a leather piece and was stunning in look and structure. For a leather lover looking for a cruelty free brand, look no further than Jo Kilda.

www.jokilda.com

Stacy Fan wearing Jo Kilda

Jo Kilda's unique vegan leather jumpsuit

EZIE

After seeing the Ezie collection, it might shock you to know that Esther Ihezie, the designer behind the brand is by day a physician specializing in emergency services. However she had a huge love of fashion even prior to studying medicine and eventually realised she needed to launch her own line.

Even more shocking after seeing the collection is that Ihezie has had no formal training, only taking seminars and online classes to learn how to design and construct. After these virtual classes were taken, Ezie was born.

With a background such as hers you’d be forgiven for thinking that the Ezie collection would lean towards more classical tailoring and shy in color. Both couldn’t be further from what Ihezie has created. In fact, if you’re looking for a designer to transport you to a real life fairytale, you may have found the perfect collection for you!

After working in the stressful environment of the emergency room, Ihezie took herself and now us, on a fairytale as she has created a stunning collection inspired by Alice in Wonderland including the Anne Hathaway and Queen’s dress featured in the film. Drawing upon inspiration from the ‘Queen's Collar’ on many of her pieces including the Imogene dress and the Fiona Blouse.

The beautiful construction of the Cheshire jumpsuit is another knockout piece that accentuates the feminine neckline.

Seeing the collection up close, it’s truly remarkable to think the designer hasn’t taken a single professional in person class, but just goes to show that her talent is something she was born with.

Ihezie says of the Ezie woman, "She is timeless, not afraid to be different while looking effortlessly chic". I couldn’t agree more and cannot wait to see what the designer creates for her next collection. She is most definitely one to keep your eye on this year.

http://www.eziedesigns.com

https://flyingsolo.nyc

434 West Broadway, New York, NY 10012

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FENDI FEATURES THEIR FIRST HIJAB WEARING MUSLIM MODEL IN FW19 SHOW

3/2/2019

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Ugbad Abdi walking in Fendi's FW19 show (Photo credit: Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

It certainly has been a fashion month to remember. The world lost a true fashion hero, with Karl Lagerfeld’s sad passing on February 19th, 2019 leaving a massive hole in the fashion world.

Before his passing however, Lagerfeld ensured that his last Fendi show made history. After handing over the helm to Silvia Venturini, he saw that his final vision was carried out. Hoping to see more diversity in the fashion world, Fendi sent a Muslim model down their runway for the very first time, wearing a traditional hijab, for their F/W 19 collection.

Ugbad Abdi Photo credit: (Photo credit: Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

The model was Ugbad Abdi, a stunning model represented by Next / Evolve Models. The 18 year old who now resides in the U.S. is originally from Somalia. Abdi escaped to Kenya with her family after the civil war broke out. She spent time in a refugee camp before moving to the U.S at the age of 9.

Ugbad Abdi has become a true star this fashion month walking in some of the major shows in Milan, New York and London.

Ugbad Abdi (Photo credit: Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi walking in Simone Rocha (Photo credit Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi walking in Burberry (Photo credit Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi walking in MaxMara (Photo credit Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi walking in Roberto Cavalli (Photo credit Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi walking in Anna Sui (Photo credit Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi walking in Victoria Beckham (Photo credit Ugbad Abdi Instagram)

Ugbad Abdi's highlight of her fashion month, in her own words was the Fendi show, stating:

"I just don’t even know where to begin with this one. I’m literally speechless. The energy in this room was like none other. Walking for Fedi / Silvia Venturini and being the first hijab wearing woman to do so is just so incredibly unbelievable in itself but the fact that I walked in Karl Lagerfeld's last collection with Fendi is.... words could never describe how I felt being so fortunate enough to walk in Karl’s last creations alongside such strong and incredible women. The fact that so many people including those who’ve never met Karl like me were so touched and inspired by him tells you how much of an icon he is. You will be missed by many, Rest easy 🖤"

Karl’s presence was very much felt during the Fendi show. At the back of the runway featured in signature form, "Love KL” which could be seen as the models walked.

At the end of the show, it was time to pay a final tribute to Lagerfeld. Press were given a sketch from Lagerfeld's final collection, with the date of Lagerfeld's passing. After the show ended, a video of Lagerfeld drawing himself an incredible 54 years ago from memory on the first day of working at the Fendi house played as he was asked to draw what he wore that day back in 1965.

An incredible show, that appears to indicate Lagerfeld’s vision of being more inclusive and diverse going forward. As the irreplaceable couture designer once said, “Fashion is about going ahead, not about memory.” And it seems with this move, Lagerfeld was being true to his word. Looking to move ahead and evolve with the times. Karl, you will be sorely missed.

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