by cecylia on February 7, 2010
“Sometimes our fate resembles a fruit tree in winter. Who would think that those branches would turn green again and blossom, but we hope it, we know it. “ -Johann Wolfgang on Goethe
I only became a fan of green a few years ago. I grew up without anything green in my wardrobe as it was my mother’s least favourite colour. Over the years however, jade and emerald have lured me into becoming their friends, especially after Karl Lagerfeld brought the colour back into the fashion spotlight through his jade jewelry. The stylish ladies below bring ”it’s chic to be green’ to a whole new level.
The quilted Balenciaga bag aside, that green cardigan is very catchy, but so is her fluffy leather jacket.
I would be laughing too if I carried a Birkin and had her dress! How amazing is the geometric print! Her dress reminds me of the funky label Antik Batik and her sandals reflect the orange lines of her dress beautifully.
OK, her sandals are probably the best feature, but her floral skirt is stunning too. Simple and chic.
So achingly elegant in this emerald silk dress, plus her red lips-a match made in heaven.
I think Karla (Karla’s Closet) is wearing Animalia Alexander McQueen heels, but it is her turquoise blazer that caught my eye.
Now here is a lady I would love to meet one day – Natalie Massnet, the founder and director of the ultimate online designer destination Net-A-Porter. I love the olive cardigan and Fendi belt her friend is wearing!
Who would have thought that a frumpy green cardigan with a cape attached to it would be so hip on. Together with those two-toned heels, she looks like she could take on the world!
This post is dedicated to Jo (it’s her favourite colour), who is making me green with envy as she is travelling around Europe.
by cecylia on August 23, 2009
Everyone loves Irina Lazareneau. The Romanian- born Irina is a gorgeous model with porcelain skin, twiggy limbs and international stardom. She is a very popular runway model, breaking the record for the most runway shows in one season and was rivaling Kate Moss in beauty/popularity stakes in terms of the fashion industry as well as the social scene. Apparently, she ‘stole’ Pete Doherty right under Kate’s button-nose and was even engaged to him for a while. She has been the face of major campaigns such as Chanel ( see below), Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Lanvin and Versace, and has been the muse and first face for Philip Lim. Lucky girl. A singing model definitely has her appeal.
These photographs of Irina in the oriental dresses and jewels are just amazing. Don’t you love the chiffon Chanel dress above and the elaborate neck adnorments below?
Because of her quirky nature, her outfits are an eclectic mix of tomboy and rock-star style. I saw her on Fashion TV once and when asked about her views on the heavily made-up looks of a John Galliano for Dior show, she said with a straight ( and colourfully painted) face in her cute Canadian accent: ‘I think we’re going for the natural look here. This is what I look like when I wake up…’ I was shocked to see a model with a sense of humour.
I love the man-style outfit in black and white. I think that is a Pauric Sweeney bag she is carrying. She looks a little like Daisy Lowe in this photo.
Here is Irina wearing a straw fedora with a pal, must be a model friend.
Such a social butterfly. There really is no dull moment when Irina is around. I love her flowing dress with her gladiators- such a modern take on the classics. Is that Leigh Lezark laughing in the background?
by cecylia on July 16, 2009
Waiting in the 10 minute queue to have a 3 course dinner at the oldest restaurant in Paris, Le Procope, I’m fresh from the shower, makeup-free. I am wearing an outfit from Switerland. The sunny jumpsuit is acquired from the Salvos and patent leather gladiators from Bern, mother-of-pearl bangle from Zurich flea market, vintage belt from Melbourne and cardigan from Country Road.
by cecylia on July 12, 2009
I know what you bought last summer. Every girl bought a pair of the It-shoes- gladiator sandals. They came in all different colours and heights, strappy or studded. I bought 4 pairs! A black patent leather number from Switzerland, a chocolate leather lace-up pair from Witchery, a light brown strappy number from Greece and a golden leather pair from Country Road. All of which are flats. A very clever and fashion-savvy lady has invested in some gladiator pumps. Usually I would not approve since gladiators obviously did not fight in heels but these studded sandals are so gorgeous I would use them as paper weights too.
It is difficult to believe how Alber Elbaz is able to create the most enchanting and feminine clothes and accessories. He continues to impress the Lanvin audience season after season and to produce elegant garments for his celebrity clients . These mouth-watering neck pieces are so stunning and classic. The top two are on a fine piece of sheer silk, ready to be hand-stitched onto the neckline of garments. Bejewelled, anyone?
There is a sneak peak at designer Alice Temperley’s personal collection of rings. Obviously a lover of costume jewelry and one who looks after her assets. How shiny is her aquamarine ring! They are yummy enough to eat! I love the finger adornments with eye-catching designs. Just add a cocktail dress and some frivolous shoes, and you’re good to go.
If I had to pick a favourite, it would be the coral rose ring. It is exquisitely sculpted. I can see how it could have been her inspiration for her goddess gowns in her 2007 Fall collection…
