"Fashion anticipates, and elegance is a state of mind... a mirror of the time in which we live, a translation of the future, and should never be static" - Oleg Cassini







Thursday 25 November 2010

Valentino for Gap, did I hear that right?


First Lanvin for H&M, now Valentino for Gap, these luxury designers and high street fashion collaborations are just what we can't wait to get our mitts on.


After the huge success of Lanvin for H&M, I was concerned that all the attention might overshadow another interesting high end meets high street collaboration. But instead it couldn't have come at a better time.

The seven-piece Valentino for Gap collection launches this coming Saturday 27th November in London's flagship store from 9.30am and at Dover Street market from 11am. I will definetely be queing for this one so I better set my alarm clock nice and early.

Valentino's creative directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli regenerate Gap's traditional basics by taking pieces of quintessential utilitarian sportswear whilst introducing soft, feminine tailoring with a romantic twist. Although this collaboration consists of just seven pieces, attention to detail and a lot of time has gone into each piece which includes frill parkas, cargo pants, and tailored jackets with a Valentino finish, the signature bow.




"We love mixing different cultures and we have been excited to mix Gap's timeless essentials with our Roman culture of couture", said the two mastermind's behind the collection. "The collection brings together the iconic world of Valentino and Gap's fashion staples, synthesizing the current trend of combining luxury with basics."




With none of the style or quality lost and the clothing ranging between £89.99 and £149.99, it is exciting to know that the impossible has finally been made possible... having a bit of true Valentino to add to our wardrobes without having to worry about the bank balance!





Wednesday 24 November 2010

Nicki Minaj at the AMAs 2010 in a not so subtle dress




With the AMA's officially drawn to a close, there was one lady who really knew how to turn heads at this year's red carpet event, Miss Nicki Minaj.

Rocking a blonde straight wig with green tips, yes that's right I said green tips, Miss Minaj certainly stood out from the crowd, wearing a multicoloured leopard-print Manish Arora sleeveless dress which had 'help me i'm crazy' written all over it.

According to Minaj, the outfit was a representation of what to expect from her new debut album Pink Friday. I presume we should expect to hear a combination of drama, wildness and remotely bizarre tracks if her dress is anything to go by. But then that is what this lady does best.

The eccentric US lyricist told MTV News: "Its just a wierd thing. It looks like it could be a piece on the middle of your table and you picked it up, put some clothing on it, and now you can wear it. It's all about feeling like, 'Grrr."

Let's hope she doesn't pick out anything even more peculiar for next year's event but I guess thats what draws us to all want to write and talk about her.







Little Glitter Beauties


I have been scouring the high street looking for a pair of killer courts to wear for Christmas and I came across these beauties from Schuh (£69.99). The dimonte crystals on the toe cap and the back of these to-die-for heels, can glam up any look. I'll be teaming mine up with a pair of grey skinny jeans and a simple top as to take nothing away from the show stoppers on my feet.


Tuesday 23 November 2010

Introducing you to "What About Fashion" blog

Hey lovely readers,

Been filled with excitement about getting my blog page up and running. Now it has finally come to that day.

Coming from a fashion journalism background, I am a victim of skimming through hundreds of fashion magazines to become the most knowledgeable woman about trends, new designers, which celebrity wore what to that awards show... does this sound familiar.

Yes I'm sure you can agree with me that subconsiously we fashionistas really want to be clued up about everything that screams fashion.

Well to save you the time and money of going through pages and stacking up a large collection of Vogue, Marie Claire, Grazia, the list goes on... this blog page will overload you with everything you need to know about our guilty pleasures, shopping and of course fashion.

Hope you enjoy

Charmayne Bernard (freelance fashion writer)