Paris Vogue February 2010

Paris Vogue February 2010

I had been waiting with great anticipation for this issue to arrive in Australia.

I felt so inspired when I read this mag.

In this issue Daria Werbowy is on the cover and shot by dynamic, photographic duo, Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin. She is wearing Prada's plexiglass shift with a white bandeau hipster bikini underneath.

Inside the Zoom story, features Maryna Linchuk in Double Denim.She is sporting wild locks, like a lions mane and rocking denim cut offs, shirts, jackets, overalls and rolled up jeans.

Her jewellery included bold Navajo cuffs, bangles, rings and necklace in shades of brilliant turquoise. Definitely my kind of jewellery.

Anja Rubik modelled in the Bijoux shoot. Her main accessory was a diamond python wrapped around her neck and head. She looks so comfortable in front of the camera. This is an exotic shoot featuring python snakeskin, bangles and cuffs, bold, chunky, statement making tough necklaces.

The beauty section was all about the key make up trends of the Spring / Summer 2010 shows. Backstage looks included Chanel, Dior, Givenchy and Yves Saint Laurent.

The main focus of this issue was the Vogue Collections spread. There were some amazing shots of Daria Werbowy. Models in the shoot included: Raquel Zimmermann, Lara Stone, Isabeli Fontana, Naomi Campbell, Tanga Moreau, Freja Beha Erichsen, Dree Hemingway,Bridget Hall, Talisa Soto, Anna de Rijk and Daria.

Some of the standout designer's featured included Balmain, Miu Miu,Oscar De La Renta, Christian Dior,Celine, Louis Vuitton, Etro, Donna Karan,Fendi,Rick Owens,Isabel Marant,Loewe,Emilio Pucci and John Galliano. A lot of the shots taken had a Middle Eastern feel to them. The colours are magnificent, the azure water with the sandy plains and the different styles of clothing all work well with this environment.

Pick up a copy of this magazine. You'll love it, it's totally worth it, trust me.

Balmain Fall 2010 RTW

Balmain Fall 2010 RTW

Rock Royalty is what this collection was all about. Rich brocade suits, which look fit for a king, silver thread, pinstripe, skinny trousers worn with the Balmain staple, ankle boots and leather leggings.

There were sumptuous suedes and luxurious furs in leopard, snow and jewel purple. Worn underneath were sheer, pussycat chiffon blouses in black and white.Rich, regal fabrics were aplenty.

I have pictured some of my favourite looks off the catwalk. Sasha Pivovarova looks gorgeous in this purple and gold sequined, peak shouldered, mini dress. Magdalena Frackowiak shines in this gold, fringed ,plunging mini dress and Anna Selezneva sizzles in this purple, fur chubby complete with skinny, leather pants and low slung, hipster belt.

I want all of this collection in my wardrobe! So amazing!

D&G Spring / Summer 2010

Hello Sexy Westerner!......was the running theme in D&G's Spring/Summer 2010 collection.

The collection featured faded, bleached denim shirts worn with leopard neckerchiefs and bronze aviators.

Ultra short hemlines were a plenty, with lace mini shifts, petticoats and strapless, white, ruffled mini dresses. All these looks were paired with rustic leather, fringed boots and sandy desert suede boots.

There was also a strong theme of Dolce and Gabbana's love of lingerie. Looks on display included corsets, one with the word "rodeo" emblazoned across it and sandy broderie anglaise bras with matching ruffled skirts.

There was a lot of emphasis on the waist with lots of denim and taupe shirts drawn in with a tan buckle belt, or a stretch tassel belt.

A very wearable collection from Stefano Gabbana & Domenico Dolce with many of the garments ideal as separates for Summer.