November 2009

TREND REPORTS SPRING SUMMER 10 : GO ORANGE FOR NIGHT AND DAY

by Giorgia Musci on November 29, 2009

: Bottega Veneta SS10

It is never to early to look forward, especially to next season hottest color trend.

Designers already gave us a hint this A/ W 09/10, and if you’ re still undecided about your Christmas Party dress and tiring of looking safe in black or traditional in red, go ORANGE!

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Orange is a fun, bold fashion color, flattering pale skin. Cheerful in daytime, a catalyst in the night.

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From S/S’ 10 fashion shows:

Long & Dramatic for John Galliano.

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Modern draped for Byblos.

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It can be fun as seen at Sonia Rykiel

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Futuristic for Jean Paul Gaultier.

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Casual for Vanessa Bruno.

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Embroidered sexy tulle for Christian Dior.

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Leather playsuit at Karl Lagerfield.

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Or choose an investment coat from Derek Lam.

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Italian Fashion Stylist and Trend Researcher Giorgia Musci.

D&G XMAS PARTY DRESSES OF DESIRE

by Gabrielle on November 22, 2009

Want a party dress that rocks without breaking the bank? Go to D&G. As a professional wardrobe editor I decided it was time to edit my own. After Roland Mouret the most dresses I have are by D&G. Here is why.. This dress is in the shops without the overblown bow and the skirt is a gorgeous bronzy gold much brighter than the catwalk version. The top is a constructed corset giving a wonderful cleavage. If you are tall and slim this is a winner and both the top and the bottom bell skirt gives added curves.

Here is another winner for the tall and slim. This is beautiful burgundy silk combined with rich navy velvet. No belt on the stores version.

Or combine a corset with skinny jeans. The store version is low cut- cleavage enhancing.

Have a ball………in this for all out glamour.

Hourglass women love D&G because the dresses have structure and show curves to perfection. This silk and cotton dress also has a gold zip running from base to neck, adding extra Pzazzzzz.

Check out this luxurious midnight blue velvet blazer, so much more interesting than black.

For the petite or those with a tummy this baby doll dress in chiffon looks amazing.

Christmas rocks in a sexy lace mini dress.

Scarlett Johansson sizzles sexily in a corset. Structure, glamour, lace, velvet, silk, brocade make D&G clothes sexy, stylish and affordable!

LOUIS VUITTON CRUISE 2010

by Gabrielle on November 17, 2009

Marc Jacobs excels again! After Saturdays all day rain we all need cheering up look at these fantastic clothes. Grecian drapery in soft cobalt blue. Gilded gold sandals.

Sophisticated sundresses with sex appeal in canary yellow to match the searing sun. Look at that gorgeous must have clutch.

Isabeli Fontana was photographed by Patrick Demarchelier. Look how Marc Jacobs pulls off the French flirty coquette look with polka dots and red, white and blue the nautical colours.

This is a spirited collection. I want these amazing glasses and the bikini as well chic, elegant and sexy.

French chic shown in Grecian drapery and polka dot bondage shoes- lovely.

Exquisite soft white to set off your tan, draped halterneck with split thighs. Another fantastic little bag. The demise of the monster unflattering “IT” big bag at last?? I have always thought small petite women looked ridiculous. See the latest Chanel Ad the bag is almost bigger than the woman!

This is a collection I want to go out and buy straight away. Wearable chic. In cold London I long to be on a beach- preferably St Tropez in these clothes!!

Achingly chic the bag, dress, great shoe boots, and bag. Maybe boots too hot but not for London!

Gabrielle Teare the Leading London Personal Stylist.

NEWS ALERT -DAILY MAIL GABRIELLE TEARE ON TKMAXX CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

by Gabrielle on November 14, 2009

You’d think that a husband’s top priority at Christmas would be finding the perfect present for his loving wife.

But he’s probably far too busy wondering about what Mum would like.

A survey has found that half of men put more effort into thinking of a present for their mother than for anyone else – including a wife or girlfriend.

As if that wasn’t bad enough, one in five admitted that they persuaded their partner buy their mother’s Christmas present.

Gabrielle Teare, a personal shopping consultant and advisor to the film Confessions of a Shopaholic, said: ‘It is like they want the meant-well factor but don’t want to put in the effort to go and get the present.

‘And if they do go shopping, it tends to be on Christmas Eve.’

The poll of 2,000 adults for TK Maxx found that Newcastle and Glasgow are home to the most mummy’s boys.

Almost 60 per cent of Geordie men said their mother’s gift was the most important, followed by 53 per cent of Glaswegian males.

The national average is 49 per cent. The report on Christmas shopping also confirmed that many of us are unhappy with the gifts we receive.

Eighteen per cent didn’t like anything they were given last year and 42 per cent have braced themselves for disappointment this year.

Fourteen per cent admitted they have politely assumed expressions of fake delight, so as not to give their real feelings away on opening a dud gift.

Visit http://www.tkmaxx.com Check out the Emporio Armani jewellery!!

BEAUTY BUZZ : BIONOVA SKINCARE

by Gabrielle on November 11, 2009

Dr Danielov discovered that if the body’s own active ingredients could be delivered successfully to damaged cells, they would be able to self repair. The result is BIONOVA a new skincare range exclusive to Harrods and Peter Jones.

For dry and ageing skin, BIONOVA is the only system able to actually reactivate dormant sebaceous glands to stimulate production of sebum to prevent premature ageing, maintain elasticity and firmness, nourish the cells, reduce capillary permeability and increase oxygen to the cells. For the first time specific areas of the face can be treated i.e nose to mouth, upper lip etc. I have tried this and my skin looks amazing it has plumped up the areas where I had lost volume.

As BIONOVA contains only bioactive ingredients that are naturally occurring in the body, they therefore work quickly to be recognised and assimilated to aid the body’s own self healing process.

KATE MOSS AT TOPSHOP FOR CHRISTMAS

by Gabrielle on November 7, 2009

Also on the high street for Xmas is Kate Moss’s superb collection for Topshop.

Chinese inspired silk dresses much cheaper than Shanghai Tang.

The 79-piece collection is as glamorous as you would expect and features luxurious lingerie and Chinese-inspired silk pajama sets, as well as embellished party dresses and vintage-inspired beaded belts. Of course, several key fall/winter trends make an appearance, such as sequins, velvet and faux fur.

Jaquard coat and Knitted china dress/ Lace V bodycon dress

“I love beautiful nightwear, it makes you feel great,” said Kate, when asked what inspired her to create a nightwear collection. “Over the years, I’ve collected millions of vintage slips, nighties, camis and bed jackets. Who doesn’t want fab nightwear for Christmas!?”

JIMMY CHOO AT H&M PREVIEW

by Gabrielle on November 7, 2009

Jimmy Choo at H & M here is a sneak preview of what you can expect on the 14^th November. Rules are one pair only each style but after that is fair game!

Gorgeous shoes, belts and bags yours for the taking. Animal prints, stars, metallics and brazen crystals everywhere.

The electric blue dress, worn with low rise belt and electric blue shoes is sure to be a sell out.

Also check out the menswear, great leather jackets, nice ankle boots and electric blue jumpers.

WHAT TO WEAR NOW-PERSONAL STYLIST CHOICE AW09

by Gabrielle on November 5, 2009

Dolce and Gabbana aw09

When Personal Shopping all my clients want a dream dress. One, that makes your heart sing. One that makes you look thinner, taller, more beautiful…… This is it. The instore version has no belt and is sleeveless. It comes in rippling black silk, dusky rose with burgundy, or fuschia pink. Dolce and Gabbana dresses are a big favourite of mine lots of structure makes everyone look amazing!!

Pierre Cardin for Paul and Joe

The fashion pack at London Fashion Week were all wearing sequin jackets. Alexander Shulman Editor of Vogue wore silver over a blue T Shirt. This is the nicest version I have seen. Midnight blue and fitted- really gorgeous.

DKNY

For Xmas at DKNY a spectacular sizzling red number. This is so easy to wear, skims over the tummy, cut slim at the sides for maximum flattery, slims, elongates and its fun!!

Balmain AW09

This is my personal favourite of the Balmain dresses. Sensational cut, sensational colour and pricey!! Lots of copies around but this is undoubtably the best.

Burberry Prorsum AW09

Yesterday I was walking down Sloane Street with a friend who was taking photos for Vogue. I have lost count of the number of people I have seen wearing this dress……or the snood with black jeans and black top……. or the boots which I personally hate!! Add it together=maximum chic. Also often spotted the mac with the pie crust collar in soft grey.

Victoria Beckham AW09

We should all support our own and Brit Victoria Beckham has created an instant sell out collection. Everyone bought dull grey but look at the burgundy, much more interesting!