Last year saw the launch of Liam Gallagher’s clothing range Pretty Green and it seem that a year on thee brand is going from strength to strength because the label is now opening its first shop, from 11am on Friday 30 July you can visit London’s famous Carnaby Street where the stand alone store is.
The 2,000 sq. ft pop-up shop that covers two storeys with the basement area will offer items from the spring/summer 2010 range, which includes polo shirts, oversized parkas, knits and skinny scarves in the Mancunian’s signature style as well as a selection of exclusive Pretty Green pieces.
The store which is decorated with ‘60s Mod influences features a giant image of the former Oasis front man perched on a Lambretta scooter on Brighton beach. The brand which was after a song by The Jam, is available online via their website as well as been stocked in Selfridges department stores.
Why should guys have all the fun with slogan t-shirts and football orientated t-shirts, there are loads of women’s t-shirts out there that are just as good, in fact I would say better because they are for women!
This summer you can say what you feel with a slogan t-shirt, and one popular brand with the ‘it’ celebrities is Local Celebrity, their t-shirts take inspiration from retro images and cheeky slogans and come in a wide variety of cool colours, perfect for summer.
Local Celebrity
Large print t-shirts are also big this season, with big graphics and funky patterns, these fancy designs can do all the talking so don’t over accessories when wearing loud patterns of complicated designs, otherwise you could look a bit ott!
Prints
If you want to stand out from the crowd then opt for some bold and bright t-shirts, in neon colours or bright logo’s, great to add a bit of colour to your wardrobe this summer. T-shirts look great for daywear with denim jeans, shorts or light linen trousers.
Bright t-shirts
Chanel is a French fashion house that was launched in the 1920’s by Coco Chanel, the famous couturier. The label is still privately owned by the great-grandsons of one of Coco Chanel’s partners from that era.
Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel opened her first millinery shop in 1912 and went on from there to become one of the world’s leading fashion designers. She popularised trousers for women, and the label became synonymous with comfort and elegance, producing classic pieces that do not date. The ‘little black dress’ was launched in 1926 and became so popular that it is still a staple item in the wardrobes of many women.
The label specialises in haute couture and luxury items such as handbags, cosmetics and perfume. Some of the most sought-after Chanel handbags can retail for several thousand pounds. One of the most famous perfumes in the world is Chanel No. 5, which Marilyn Monroe once declared was all she wore in bed. Chanel No. 5 was launched in 1922, and has since been joined by other fragrances such as Coco.
A number of the most famous actresses in the world have been the ‘face’ of the label, including Catherine Deneuve, Keira Knightly, Nicole Kidman and Audrey Tautou. They have appeared in countless photo shoots and commercials for the label and promote the name around the world.
Chanel has over 200 boutiques across the world, located in some of the most fashionable shopping districts in cities such as London, Paris and New York.
Chanel
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Music and fashion once again are joined with Pixie Lott collaborating with fashion brand Lipsy, the pop songstress has created a collection inspired by her style. Her collection features two different looks: Pixie Festival which showcases a vintage vibe with fringing and distressed denim and the second is Pixie Party which has lots of animal prints, chiffon and sparkly embellishment making for a funky style.
The collection was recently launch at a party in London and is available from the Lipsy online store just in time for summer festivals and parties!
The latest Fashion Targets Breast Cancer campaign has Kylie Minogue, Sienna Miller and Claudia Schiffer all stripped off for a series of seductive photographs, snapped by Mario Testino. The black and white images show the three women posing naked but for a strategically placed black and white silk sheet emblazoned with the charity’s famous bullseye logo.
For Kylie Minogue, who fought breast cancer in 2005 and had the all clear she said “It means so much to me to be part of this year’s campaign for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. I wholeheartedly support their efforts to raise funds for the vital work undertaken by Breakthrough Breast Cancer.”
The campaign which hopes to raise £1million this year for the charity also has a range of fashion items sold through a variety of high street shops and online stores, including Topshop, Warehouse, Whistles, River Island, Marks & Spencer and my-wardrobe.com. A third of the proceeds will go to the charity.
Each of the fashion brands have chosen items to sell such as cocktail dresses, snug cardigans and accessories, to be sold especially for the cause.
Since its inception in 1996 Fashion Targets Breast Cancer has raised over £10.5m in the UK or Breakthrough Breast Cancer. Set up by American designer Ralph Lauren following the loss of his friend, Washington Post fashion Editor Nina Hyde, to the disease.
Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Logo
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Think celebrity fashion and the Beckhams immediately spring to mind. Not only is the fragrant Mrs B a fashion icon across the globe with her fellow celeb BFF’s copying her look, she’s brought her innate sense of style to the privileged few with her gorgeous range of couture dresses (the absolutely stunning ‘Cloud Dress’ is to die for and at the very top of my wish list).
Now, copied by practically every high-street store, you too can walk the Posh walk with copies of her exclusive creations (A-listers: you can keep your designer clothing!) It’s all in the detail; look for a subtly puffed sleeve or ultra-flattering pleating to experience the glamour and women’s fashion genius of our very own Vicky Adams. Move over Katie Holmes and Eva Longoria-Parker and make room for us glamorous high-street honeys!
Look for fitted dresses with beautiful bell-shaped skirts and asymmetrical necklines with longer length knuckle-skimming cuffs. Full-length zips are another key detail, particularly at the back. Or choose a cute cap-sleeve with a full, flared 1950’s style skirt. Jewelled embellishments, particularly around the neck, are a striking feature bringing a chic, vintage feel.
Of course, black is the classic colour but ecru, beige, taupe and eggshell are gorgeous nude tones that flatter the body-con silhouette of these delicious frocks. Try a vibrant teal or petrol blue for a complete colour change, which looks fabulous with olive skin.
When shopping for the essential dress, look for soft draping, pin-tuck pleats and unusually shaped necklines. For daywear, choose soft neutral colours; for evening, select sparkle or metallic for a touch of sophistication. The perfect gown is out there with your name on it – now it’s just up to you to find it!
Controversial singer and fashion icon Amy Winehouse who has not always been known for her sense of style has teamed up with the British clothing brand Fred Perry to create a 17-piece apparel and accessories collection launching in autumn. Normally seen in her uniform of hair, ballet pumps and capri pants, it seems that Amy’s quirky style has impressed bosses at Fred Perry.
Winehouse who has in the past favored Fred Perry’s mod style seems a good choice really for the brand and she has said ‘I’m really excited about doing this line with Fred Perry. We’ve been working on it for a while and it’s great to see it finally come to fruition.’
The company has said that the line, which will be retailing between £22 and £100, embodies the singer’s signature style while remaining true to the Perry aesthetic. The line which takes inspiration from the Fifties includes sweater dresses, polo shirts and pencil skirts with colours predominantly black and pink with tomboy tailoring juxtaposed with a feminine twist. The line will be sold at Fred Perry stores and some concessions and the company insists the Back to Black singer has been heavily involved in designing and that classic pieces are given the full Winehouse treatment but still remain instantly recognisable.
Other artists to work with the label and turn their hand at the designer menswear include Paul Weller and Damon Albarn, Fred Perry managing director John Flynn said: ‘We are excited that Amy is working with us on this quite unique project. We have had a great relationship with her over the years as she has been a loyal fan and supporter. ‘Amy‘s sense of style and attitude to music and fashion pervades through this collaboration. We hope her fans and our fans will feel the same way.’
Amy Winehouse
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For those who do not fancy following the pretty pastel shade trend or the girly floral trend that have been big hits in stores there is something for the more edgy trend followers, Gothic and Grunge. Celebrities such as Taylor Momsen and Alexa Chung frequently sport this fashion style, with a glamorous edge with funky oversized graphic t shirts and distressed denim in grey murky shades.
Cut off shorts and cropped t-shirts are a great way to mix this seasons trends with a darker rocker look its great mixing this style with messy rock hair smoky eyes, lots of heavy jewellery and an attitude to match.
Gothic & Grunge
There is nothing more glamorous than a sleek curly ‘do as many an A-lister will testify, a firm favourite for any red carpet affair matched gloriously with some divine designer gown. If you want to take the celebrity style and work it yourself, it’s not as hard as you may think, for a polished style use your ghd hair straighteners to create perfect spiral curls. You need to make sure that you don’t break up the curls either your fingers and don’t brush your hair otherwise you will lose the effect.
Other glamorous looks also include the up do, which is another celebrity red carpet favourite, an ideal look to create with slightly tousled hair which you can create with ghd straighteners with slight curls in the tips of your hair. All you need to do is gently scoop the hair back into a low bun and softly pin into place leaving the odd wispy bit of hair out.
Portia De Rossi on the Oscar's Red Carpet
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The iconic British fashion label Burberry made history as it broadcasted the first catwalk show in 3D at this year’s London fashion Week, streaming its show to five simultaneous private events in New York, Paris, Dubai, Tokyo and Los Angeles, for those who could not attend. The front rows of the show was made up of a collection of A-list stars and industry insiders waiting in expectation for the show designer by Christopher Bailey who is creative head at Burberry.
The collection was a look back to Burberrys English heritage and history with coats in leather and sheepskin adorned with leather buckles and brass trimmings, as well as thigh high leather boots and textured dresses in old English colours of deep berry and moss green.
Christopher Bailer said of the show. “This unprecedented event will enable people to experience the energy and atmosphere of this show from around the world. 3D technology will bring our global audience into the London show space allowing them to see the colours and fabrics, to hear the music and to be a part of that moment when it all finally comes together.”