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Aminika Wilmont AW12 At London Fashion Week

Miss Alexandra — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19:43:26 +0000

Design duo Aminaka Löfvander and Marcus Wilmont have enjoyed commercial success, their SS12 currently being stocked in luxury online boutique Net-A-Porter among other boutiques internationally.

For the designers’ AW12 collection the emphasis was an amalgamation of simple ladylike, modest shapes and nipped in waists which provided a perfect base for the variety of prints the pair had experimented with.

A monochrome story of various textures – fur, silk, paisley printed satin – introduced the collection, and rainbow colour splashed prints in digital floral burst onto the silhouettes, which was toned down when layered against longline merino and cashmere knits was the theme of the latter half of the show. You can be sure that Aminika Wilmont disciples will have iPads at the ready to order the silk pieces and leather accessories the moment the line hits the ground.

Written by Alexandra Richards

Paris Fashion Week Round-up

Monica Cummings BA Hons MA — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:02:56 +0000

Paris never ceases to amaze us with its kaleidoscope of sophisticated, chic, heavenly wears. The couture –esq affair had an array of designers ranging from Dior and Chakra to the très cool Commuun collection. It ended last weekend so let’s check out some of dazzling treats and wanders sur le catwalk.

In the midst of the Commuun displays there were palettes of light greys, charcoal and dusky teal. This outfit caught my eye. It is feminine, minimalist and subtle with asymmetric lapels made from satin… great for the office with the onset of Autumn season.
The matching gloves dress it up distinctively making it wearable as an elegant ensemble; I’m thinking a quick appearance at a cocktail party in Notting Hill or an exhibition launch in Hoxton. This sharp outfit is clearly for the modern, urban woman.

Moving on check out this exquisite strong two-tier teal coloured number with blends of muslin, satin and chiffon. The shape of the dress encapsulates the many facets of the urban lady; it’s a stunning dimension with its rectangular, square integration. The long sleeve, dusky gloves give character to the outfit – ideal for an evening at the Opera, the Proms in the park after party.

The late Alexander McQueen’s (RIP) collection was also displayed and reflected a mixture of bright creams to strong gold and maroons. Layers, corsets and embroidery bestow a feel of royalty – think Chateau de Versailles!

Lebanese haute couture designer Elie Saab’s creations were full on floral, lacy, romanticism. Pearls, chiffon, layers, ruffles echo an English Spring garden, it was fresh, feminine, innocent and elegant. Halle Berry often wears his designs.
To recapitulate Paris fashion week gave us a smooth edge, femininity and the chic polished finish that we always anticipate c’était magnifique.

By Fashion Thirst’s resident Fashion editor – Monica Cummings, BA Hons. , MA

Kamola Shows the Ladies How It’s Done AW10

Miss Alexandra — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:29:43 +0000

Kamola’s designs graced the AW10 Fashion Mavericks London Fashion Week show with sleek lines and romantic, feminine shapes. Inspired by Film Noir and pre-19th Century art movements, Kamola’s collection gave us a serious dose of Femme Fatale.
The jewel toned palettes complemented by the fitted shapes in opulent ‘second-skin’ fabrics and detailed necklines with clever touches such as a high-neck one-shoulder sheer lace gown (left) showed us a new, daring twist to formal dressing.
Ruffled shoulders and velvet cocktail dresses accessorised with long gloves and pulled-back chignons were other looks that emphasised the lady-like chic that has been spotted across various runways this season; and we’re so glad it’s back.

Miss Alexandra

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Beyonce Knowles Performs At The Lighting Of The Rockefeller Christmas Tree

Administrator — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 23:35:59 +0000

Beyonce gave a lovely performance at the Lighting of the Rockefeller Christmas tree in New York on the 3 December 2008 She did not only woo the crowds with her breathtaking she also bought a little glamour to the stage wearing a Donna Karan Resort metallic sequin cold shoulder gown.

Ebony Fashion Fair Show 2008

Administrator — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 12:28:25 +0000

Ebony Fashion fair Fashion show hosted at York Collage Performing Arts, Queens New York in September 2008. The show brought crowds of people, it was a spectacular event. Fashion fair displayed the latest couture collection, Swarovski crystals cocktail dresses, Coats, boots, Jackets etc for 2009. See more photos