by Gabrielle on September 30, 2010
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Research has come up with a range that acts to replace vital antioxidants in a concentrated formulae that also enhances the sun protection you get with a sunscreen. Ideal for the prevention of premature photoaging. Skinceuticals.co.uk
Aromatherapy Associates new Indulgence Candle will see you through the cool autumn evenings and dark winter months with its 30 hour burn time and beautiful, warming scent of jasmine and gardina. Made with 100% natural derived wax and pure essential oils, the stunning candle creates a sensual atmosphere as winter draws nearer.
New from Estee Lauder for Christmas is this fabulous collection by Tom Pecheux. This is lovely, deep reds and berry lipsticks, glistening metallics for party eyes in decadent gold packaging. Many are limited editions.
This will set hearts racing at Christmas. Clinique have launched this lovely gift set, all the make up you need in one glistening sparkly silver package. The colours are great for all those parties or take it with you on holiday. I love the fact it also has the pencil sharpener so often I have been in a hotel room with blunt eye pencils!
by Gabrielle on September 22, 2010
Jonathan Saunders was a beautiful show, I loved every minute. The venue was amazing, loads of light, the music was cool and the clothes were fabulous. The light was particularly impressive and really affected the quality of the press images. I felt like we were actually sitting outside as it flooded through the windows onto the spring fabrics, with just the right balance of down lighting provided by the venues facilities. Imagine wearing this next summer, lovely lovely lovely!!
This dress was gorgeous. Backstage, the model wearing it loved it, so did the stylists, on a spring day you would stop traffic. Feminine, floaty and utterly wearable.
I love beige and white together, very chic. This 50’s flirty striped little sundress is made for a fun sunny day. Although A line which widens the hips, the short skirt balances this out to give an elegant sexy outfit.
Wonderful oranges, lemons and bright blues to gladden the heart. Orange chiffon with a nude underbody fun to wear and stunning to see. The 50’s theme was shown with another A line skirt and minimal belt.
Black and white is another wonderful combination. How elegant is this dress? I love the bright blue shoes underneath as well. Superb.
Here is Olivia Palermo wearing DVF and Tibi shorts. At Christopher Kane last year I was the only person who recognised and photographed her. This time round she is the darling of London Fashion Week.
by Gabrielle on September 20, 2010
Here is Anna Wintour sitting in front of me at Christopher Kane.
Just for fun here is her back view!! Anna Wintour rocks!!
The show was jam packed. Christopher Kane featured neon colours, leather, silk, lace,50’s style with arygle twinsets for good measure.
Look at how bright these dresses are. Backstage Christopher Kane said he had been inspired by Norman Hartnell to create a retro 50’s look.
Jasmin Le Bon still hot in the sun.
Great minds think alike!! There was tons of fur as the fashionistas geared up for autumn winter 2010 trends. Here is me with a like minded stylist.
by Gabrielle on September 20, 2010
Model Jessica Stam backstage at Christopher Kane.
Showing heavy brows, swept off forehead hair and soft makeup.
Here is Mawd looking lovely about to go to makeup.
by Tracy Kawalik on September 20, 2010
This morning the fashion world paid tribute to the late great Lee Alexander McQueen. A year since McQueen’s passing and its still all too clear the effect that he has had on so many, as the glittering line of his A-list loved ones filed in to St.Paul’s Cathedral.
Above: Daphne Guinness & Sarah Jessica Parker
Long time friends Daphne Guinness, and Sarah Jessica Parker were in attendance among others close to McQueen’s heart such as Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, jewellery designer Shaun Leane and milinier Philip Treacy who contributed to the prayers.
Philip Treacy shared the loss of their great friend, and accomplished stylist Isabella Blow with McQueen, 3 years previous to his death. Isabella first discovered Lee Alexander McQueen, purchasing his first collection in its entirety.
Above: Anna Wintour & Hilary Alexander
Anna Wintour, famed Editor-in-Chief paid tribute this morning by sharing sentimental words with the congregation.
Speaking of his childhood not far from the cathedral she said “As a child he loved nothing more than sitting on the rooftop and watching birds fly by,” She went to say “He showed us everything was possible; dreams could become reality. But he has left us with an even more exceptional legacy, a talent that soared like the birds of his childhood above us all.”
Above: Pam Hogg and Naomi Campbell
Bjork gave an outstanding performance of the ethereal Gloomy Sunday dressed as an angel while the congregation recited Amazing Grace, I Vow To Thee My Country and Jerusalem.
Friend Annabelle Nielson said: “He kept true to who he was and where he came from. Lee made the impossible possible. He was the greatest designer this country has ever produced.” said friend Annabelle Nielson
Written by Tracy Kawalik
Tracy is a London based fashion and event stylist, and international freelance fashion journalist.
by Gabrielle on September 20, 2010
Anna Dello Russo is so stylish. Editor in Chief Vogue Japan knocking head and shoulders off all contenders at Julian Macdonald.
Also serious and chic was Kate Lanphear Editor of Elle France really great hair!
Olivia Palermo was unknown last season at Christopher Kane with the Paparazzi ignoring her. This time she is all over London Fashion Week looking fab.
Front Row was Elle MacPherson and Cat Deely wearing identikit outfits.
Model Amber Rose rocked with her ice blonde hair.
The clothes were delicate feminine with gauzy chiffon and billowing skirts.
Lovely long floating dresses for summer days.
by Gabrielle on September 18, 2010
London Fashion Week Last night Fashion TV rocked with awesome shows and a celebrity packed after party. Backstage model Rebecca Dorning showing curly bouncy full hair for Nichole De Carle lingerie.
BellaPierre MakeUp was used to perfection on the celebrity models. Here is Sara El- Khouly Miss Egypt World 2010.
This was a huge event with 5 separate shows here is Philippe Ashfield being made up by Caroline Chantler for the London Kilt Company.
Hosted by Amanda Rudin, Lara Accison and Emily Hobbs from Fashion TV and Andrea Abraham from Fashion Mode. Here is Amanda Rudin looking absolutely stunning in a dress from Arrogant Cat.
Here is model Brandy Brewer who was sitting behind me.
Here is Nichole De Carle who showed to rapturous applause.
Wonderful sexy sexy underwear.
Then they came out topless which had everyone screaming with delight.
Here is Phillipe modelling for The British Kite Company which was being watched by Oswald Boateng.
How amazing is this fabulous dress from LouLou Bontemps.
Presented by Andrea Abraham of Fashionmode was this beautifully cut suit. I loved this. Superb tailoring by Florian Jayet who trained with Alexander McQueen.
Funky with dramatic details this is a name we will hear again. I saw at least 3 outfits from Florian that I would buy for clients.
Here is Florian and Andrea who looked gorgeous in a wonderful Lanvin dress.
by Gabrielle on September 16, 2010
As a stylist I know that good underwear makes or breaks an outfit. Great dresses can be ruined if the line is wrong. It also makes me feel desirable, sexy and elegant. Looking at what is new I found this lovely bra at Lingerieplease.co.uk from Gossard. It is called the Georgiana Balconette and is in lovely black and gold.
La Lilouche is a very new designer label with Luxurious high quality lingerie in the boutique, where you can find beautiful hand finished silk lingerie pieces that are as sophisticated as they are erotic. from designer bras to the perfect babydoll for a Romantic night in!
They create only limited editions collections using 100% silk fabrics, satin silk, Chantilly laces, with exquisite details of ribbons, beads, swarovski crystals ,with each individual piece hand finished. Lalilouche.com
New at Selfridges exclusively is Pussy Glamore, featuring shades of pastel sea foam and truffle, with a delicate black lace detail and intricate edging, each bra is finished off with a back bow. Both colour ways include thongs, bras and suspender belts, with the sea foam collection including a sexy nightie, to keep you looking and feeling cool between the sheets.
Whilst my favourite for French Lingerie in the UK is Agent Provocateur. With hugely successful models like Kate Moss, Alice Delall, Helena Christianson and Recently Pixie Geldof showing how to sizzle in style.
Agent Provacateur was founded by Joseph Corre, the son of Vivienne Westwood and his now ex-wife Serena Rees in 1994. The first store was opened in Soho with aims of selling high-end lingerie.
