DESIGNERS TO KNOW
Anastasia Chatzka, a Chicago designer that has worked with the likes of Betsey Johnson and Anna Sui, is making a splash in the headband world with these crazy decorated bird and bow bands. A refreshing …
Hailing from Japan, designer Akira Naka puts an edgy twist on basic, tailored garments and knitwear, certainly deserving of praise. Best known for his deep European influences, Naka worked alongside a tailor in the United …
There is so much going on in Johanne Kappel’s magpie inspired collection, but somehow there is the perfect balance between the smaller digital prints, the larger pastel (almost Pucci like) prints, and the simpler speckled …
Allison Parris and Marissa Kim came together in the fall of 2008 to produce Allison Parris, ” a feminine and sophisticated line that combines luxurious fabrics, contrasting textures and vintage-inspired detail.” The line uses many …
Taking a hint from Stella McCartney’s chic wearable vegan-friendly style, Olsen Haus has created a another shoe line for all of you animal friendly fashionistas who want to avoid Birkenstock-style shoes. With her reasonable price …
Kingdom of Style found Dean Quinn on I Don’t Like Detours a site like Not Just A Label that features the collections of up-and-coming designers. Quinn’s stuff isn’t too wild, and seems versatile and ready for anyone to …
Put a little twist on the classics and you’ve basically got the aesthetic for designer Kai Kuhne. From pencil skirts to high waisted pants and Chanel’s “little black dress” to the trendy boyfriend blazer, Kuhne …
Bordelle is scoring major points with their fresh approach to lingerie, using satin elastic in place of a corset seems infinitely more comfortable and is certainly beautiful. Also delving into dresses and even hoodies, Bordelle keeps their signature elastic the …
With the bondage look as one of my newer obsessions, it seems to be a blessing that I stumbled upon the dark, prisoner-like designs of Lotta Volkova. Volkova’s concentration in menswear is apparent in her 2009 womenswear …
I think I’m in love. London based Neurotica is my new obsession, and after seeing this preview, I’m so excited for their A/W line to come out.
SOURCE: Stylelines
On May 25th Atlanta native Wes Gordon got the great privilege and honor to close the world famous Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design womenswear fashion show with an amazing and innovative collection.
The …
Great silhouettes and divine structure, American-born designer Keemia started her design journey in Paris working under designers, and established her own company in 2005. I had a chance to talk with Keemia about her designs, her …
The last time I saw a ring/watch combo was probably around the 6th grade when they were considered a cheap novelty, were most likely to be found in one of those grocery store bubble gum …
There is something dynamic about mixing different styles. Shows the world that you’re confident enough to blur the lines and create your own look.
It’s cool to have one cohesive look but that’s easy. How bout …
Move over Christian Louboutin, there’s a new shoe designer on the scene, and his third collection for Spring 2009 has completely stolen my heart! Welcome, one and all, to the architectural and geometric shoe and …
