Beautiful and Airy Knits
W magazine's Editor's Blog posted this article about Gudrun & Gudrun. The designer's name is Gudrun Ludvig, and I was so happy to discover this team.
2/27/2008
2/22/2008
Eye Catching Outerwear at Pringle of Scotland
Pringle of Scotland Autumn 2008 Ready-to-Wear collectionClaire W. Keller is the mastermind behind this stuning set of warm and cozy outerwear designs. I love the fact that she stays true to what she loves, and one of these being knitwear. In this set, the sheen of the pants and skirt add extra character and texture, but leave you wanting more.
Vicuna Fiber
Vicuna wool coat designed by Norman Norell Vicuna is the finest and softest wool on earth. It is also the most expensive fiber you can find.
"Current prices for vicuña yarns and fabrics can range from $1,800 to $3,000 per yard. Vicuña fiber can be used for apparel (such as socks, sweaters, accessories, shawls, coats, and suits) and home fashion (such as blankets and throws). A scarf costs around $1500 while a man's coat can cost up to $20,000." - Wikipedia
2/20/2008
Green Girl Eco-dresses
Flowing green bamboo jersey top by Loyale
Sexy halter top dress in black soy at Greenloop.
Smooth hemp dress at GreenHome.
Organic cotton dress by Stewart + Brown.
Unique Lyocell top at GreenLoop.
All of these dresses are totally wearable and perfect for the environmentalist in you. Try a new fiber for your next ensemble.
Simone Shailes for Central Saint Martins - Autumn 2008
Central Saint Martins Fall 2008 Ready-to-Wear collection
In this exquisite collection, Simone Shailes show's off her talents with these unique knits to inspire us all. I love the depth and texture of all of these designs. The ankle length pants add a perfect feminine touch.
2/19/2008
Spring and Summer Knits - Pringle of Scotland
Pringle of Scotland Spring Summer Ready-t0-Wear 2008 CollectionClean, crisp and easy to wear chunky knits and openwork for a chic spring through summer.
2/15/2008
Menswear - Alexander McQueen
"Colourful ethnic prints came on skinny-fit trousers and chunky knits while shaggy red scarves and huge furry hats looked just right for a mountain adventure." - Vogue
Spool of Thread Jewelry
"Innovative jewellery maker, Ina Seifart plays with haberdashery and more traditional materials to create her unique style of witty, and ultimately chic jewellery. Here, a simple spool of thread is adapted with silver fittings to become a strikingly imaginative necklace." - Victora and Albert Museum Shop
2/14/2008
2/12/2008
The Future of Fashion
Louise Goldin has something going with her futuristic designs. I love her use of mosaic like graphic prints and stitchery. My love for sweater dressing has seen a new light! I am truly in awe with this designer.
Goldin's designs reminded me of Byblos Fall/Winter 07/08 pret-a-porter collections (which are so amazing, and one of my favorite fashion labels).
Here are a few quotes from the designer:
"I've freelanced in Brazil, so I know how knits can work for summer. I love it when I can put six colors into a machine and make something amazing come out," she said. "I want to push knitwear to a future vision." - Style.com
"Since the minute I finished the last collection," she explained, "I was researching Inuit culture and sci-fi, experimenting with computer programs so I could mix traditional pattern with the pixelation you'd see on a monitor screen." The result: a parade of "Space Eskimos" equipped with short multi-patterned dresses, some padded, others armorlike in the shoulder; thermal body-hugging catsuits; and fur-trimmed jersey parkas." - Style.com
I was shocked when I read this last quote because that is exactly what I think about when I start to try to come up with new and amazing ideas that I would love to see in high fashion labels and on the runway.
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