I’m always a little jealous of the countries that are enlightened enough to allow women to legally engage in the oldest profession on earth. That is until I see the women and what they are wearing.

Brazilian born designer Paula Hermanny is having a sale on swimsuits and coverups from her brand ViX, letting you save up to 55% off!  If you’re not familiar with Hautelook, you are really missing out! Hautelook provides its members with limited time designer sales everyday.  Today it’s ViX, the cool swimsuit brand that’s made with the best lycra, reinvented every year!  The suits have great detailing and there’s tons of bold prints and colors, head over to Hautelook and join to participate in this sale!

Only someone as cultured as Jeeyun Ha could create such exquisite accessories reflecting Native Amazonian ornamentation. With a concentration in sculpture as well as travel experience in Brazil and Korea, it’s no wonder Ha’s jewelry, hair adornments and other accessories successfully combine the beauty of natural elements with contemporary bite. Ha uses materials ranging from rare hand-dyed and trimmed feathers, to precious metals, stones, pearls and other organic pieces. Don’t worry boys, Ha even has jewelry for you! Spice up any outfit with these exotic, yet tasteful, accessories! 

Thanks for the photos Jeeyun Ha!

Alexandre Herchovitch’s Spring 09 collection hit the runway during Sao Paulo fashion week in style. As models stole the runway sunglasses were the constant that completed each look. Jackets doned intricate design detail both with color and fabric choice as pants were selected to match. Skirts in this collection are never lonesome, they seem to make an abundant appearance alongside well-paired pants. Alexandre seems to know the importance of an accessory on the runway; it can make or break a look. Herchovitch noted about his collection, “It is a warning collection, a way of wearing fashion design as a protest, for freedom, compassion, love and equal rights for every human being.” Across the board, I think Alexandre delivered his point. There is no doubt that he made a statement.

After it came to a close earlier this week, the final word on São Paulo Fashion Week was “eclectic”—the urban personalities on display ranged from straight-up feminine to warrior spirit to sexed-up icons to cosplay-inspired collections that could have easily been transplanted to the streets of Tokyo. This last was especially appropriate as this SPFW marked the centennial of the Japanese migration to Brazil, and Kenzo starred as a special guest.

There were, of course, some common themes for the forthcoming Brazilian summer: washed-out hues, delicate fabrics and voluminous silhouettes. Aside from Maria Bonita’s roomy overalls and Alexandre Herchcovitch’s military/flower garden collage, emerging label Maria Garcia also made an impression with its girlish mini dresses with a twist. Femininity is in Isabela Capeto’s blood, and this season she integrated Mexican iconography into her super-delicate embroideries and hand-crafted details. A nod should also be given to Reinaldo Lourenço’s pretty dolls dressed on delicate latticework dresses.

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