H&M x Versace
So this happens to be the best news since H&M‘s collaboration with Roberto Cavalli! Donnatella Versace has been working with H&M Creative Advisor Margareta Van Dan Bosch on a brilliant Fall collaboration that will debut November 17th 2011. The Fall collection designed by, Donnatella herself, will include Men and Womenswear along with home interior. Margereta Van Dan Bosch released a statement about the collaboration: ”Versace is one of the most important brands of recent times, and their collection for H&M will be glamorous and flamboyant – everything Versace stands for Donnatella Versace is sharing with us iconic designs from the archives. This is such a celebratory collaboration and it is perfect for the party season. ” Be sure to count the days before the greatly anticipated release.
Alice + Olivia Resort 2011
You can’t go wrong with a collection that perpetuates a stunning rendition of the 50′s with a retro attitude. Alice+Olivia‘s resort collection brings us a great amount of bold colors and pieces that are perfect for mixing & matching. Pencil and maxi skirts with flirty tops galore, these retro prints will go lovely with the hot weather ahead of us this season. See for yourself.
The gorgeous Victoria’s Secret Runway goddess Jessica Stam stars in this Mercedes-Benz commercial which is short and suspenseful; Highly respected and edgy photographer Terry Richardson was the videographer- enjoy.
The next issue of Vogue Italia will be featuring three plus size models on the cover with the title “Belle Vere” which means Truly Beautiful Women. This cover along with its title is both controversial and refreshing with a spread of vintage, topless shots which accentuates the plus size beauties. Legendary photographer Steven Meisel captured each model in a way you can only be mesmerised instead of criticizing. View the rest of the shoot here.
Marchesa for Playboy
If the life of a Playboy bunny wasn’t bouncy enough, its gotten even better. Recently at the new The Cottontail Lounge-Playboy Club London a runway of Bunnies modeled the latest bunny looks with the one very special lace, beaded, black corset outfit by the finest designer duo Marchesa. The opening of the new lounge was very live and reminiscent of Playboy‘s golden days. Check out photos of the celebration, including Marchesa‘s very own Bunny design.
Jennifer Lopez for Tous Summer 2011
Its quite fitting for jewelry brand Tous to use Jennifer Lopez’ beauty to showcase their Summer2011 jewelry with an Far East vibe. It seems the comeback of drop earrings were in the cards in time for the release of The 1920 established Jewelry brand Tous vacation time 2011 collection; be sure to view the rest of The campaign after the jump.
Bugaboo x Missoni 2011
The fashion Gods have answered every fashionable mother’s prayers everywhere with this collaboration. The mecca brand of all things baby Bugaboo have joined forces with the great Missoni & have created strollers for babies who can’t jut stroll in a Graco stroller. Take a look at the video for yourself.
Salasai AW 2011 Campaign
You can call designer Kirsha Whitcher one of the most innovative designers with abstract pieces that display more than great style, but a great eye for art. The brand was established in 2006 and is making its way to being in everyone’s mouths and how not? Here is Salasai Autumn/Winter 2011 campaign video, enjoy.
History of 50 Years – Dr. Martens
Each decade of Dr. Martens has been an upgrade to the next years to come. Dr. Martens has celebrated their half a century of business by utilizing music industry artists to cover iconic Rock and Roll songs; you can view The Noisettes’ cover to “Ever Fallen in Love with Someone You Shouldn’t’ve” here . In addition to celebrating their decades of rubber soles, Dr. Martens has created a video in ode to their remarkable brand, check it out.
Blake Lively for Chanel- Ad Campaign 2011
You can call Gossip Girl‘s Blake Lively a Gossip “Woman” with the current release of Chanel‘s latest ad campaign starring the actress. Blake Lively has been seen everywhere with the designer Karl Lagerfield including in his recent Resort show and The Met Gala in New York City, so it was about time we saw the duo was all about. View more of the campaign here.
