HORACE S/S 12

Horace S/S 12

Horace Clothing is always pushing the boundaries with their designs. And lets just say they never fail in my eyes. The design house can go on pushing the boundaries as far as I am concerned. 


Their S/S 12 is more to adhere for. This men's oversize top with an infusion of leather gives it a futuristic edgy look and the quirkiness is much to be desired.


View the rest of the collection on - www.horace.tv


I have so should you.


Pleasure is what I call it.

SOCIAL MONSTROSITIES - SUPERDOLL

These Are Not your Average Dolls For Ones Children.. Super Dolls!

'Social Monstrosities' was the theme of the night event organised by Forward PR. It was definitely a social night, with the Haute Couture collectable dolls on display. The goddesses in their statuesque poses bared it all for us to see.

 

Every individual doll had a story to tell. And the more I looked and scrutinized the more my empathy grew. From their facial expressions down to the Haute Couture pieces down to their poses, they were objects of desire.

The Sybarites, the term appropriately used for the dolls, are 17 inches tall, all resin, ball-jointed fashion dolls, bearing 19 points of articulation.

Talking to Charles H Fegen and Desmond Lingard, the creators, about the inspiration behind the Sybarites dolls, they attributed it to the modern-day controversy of human cloning, and the reason the dolls had the same features is because they had been cloned from the same genes.

 

The Sybarites have had a very strong underground collecting cult since they incepted in 2005. The dolls sell at an astounding rate which makes them really collectible.

We all know that the world of Haute Couture is a very private one - so is the world of Chalk White. Every individual doll, I was told, takes a maximum of 200 hours to create.

 

Bear in mind that in 2006, 30 devotees were picked to attend the first ever official exhibition of these white-complexioned goddesses known as 'Chalk White' - and since then, they have been exhibited in Tokyo, Paris, Moscow and London.

This is one exhibition I couldn't have enough of. The Super Dolls stole the night. They were the centre of attention as each invited guest lingered over their elegant beauty and stance.

I congratulate you, Desmond Lingard and Charles H. Fegan, on your exquisite work.

Pleasure! 

cK WATCHES AND JEWELRY 2012 FALL/WINTER COLLECTION LAUNCH

It's Not Only About The Time It Tells You, But Also The Status It Gives You.'Chasebonstyle.

www.calvinklein.com

'Tea parties are a such a delight, darling'...in my HUSKY voice and there is always some level of assurance and certainty of oneself during a Tea Party. Cup cakes and champagne springs to mind. You don't dare to disagree.

This tea party event was to introduce the new winter/fall 12 collection of cK watches and jewelry. The event took place at the most serene of all places - VANILLA PLACE on 131 Titchfield Street. The white clean walls of the basement of the Vanilla Place complement the CK watches and jewellery that were displayed on the tall white structured square pillars.

As an adorer and allurer of the finest things in life, watches and jewellery are definitely one of them. Upon arrival, no time was wasted in scrutinizing the displayed pieces.Pleasure they were to my eyes and I am sure it was to the rest of social media party group.

The tea party wasn't all about eating cup cakes, sandwiches and drinking of champagne, and admiring the immaculate display of the CK watches and jewellery, but also a lucky person was going to win a Ck SS12 watch.

Before then, we were given a set of 8 questions to answer about the cK brand. The questions were both past and present and very thought provoking it was. 

A winner was announced - Prince Cassius. Who just beat me by half a mark. Congratulation Mr Cassius. 
It was a such pleasure to meet Francoise Do-Linh-Xuan (Vice President Marketing) of Ck- Calvin Klein. Francoise had just flown in from Switzerland for the Calvin Klein CK social media event. Gracing the event with her presence did not go amiss. 

The Tea Party event showcasing CK Fall/Winter 12 watches and jewelry event was very educative on the product knowledge quiz. The watches and jewelry pieces are a testament to the quality and High standard of the brand Calvin Klein.

I will therefore go without saying, the launch of the Calvin klien Fall/Winter12 watches and jewelry was a jolly good success. 

MOTHER OF PEARLS AUTUMN/WINTER 11 IN COLLABORATION WITH KEITH TYSON - SHOW STUDIO

'When Fashion And Art Emerges True Style Is Assured' CHASEBONDSTYLE.

'Exciting news I have for you charles' said Beniamino Muroni - Account Manager of Talk Pr. The exciting news was about The Luxury fashion label Mother Of Pearl (MOP). Who have teamed up with the Showstudio shop - appropriately titled THE CAFE- to launch an exciting new exhibition - still running till 5th November 2011. 

Mother of Pearl under the creative direction of Maia Noman in collaboration the renowned artist Keith Tyson have designed the AW11 Mother of Pearl collection. This where art and fashion emerges to bear fruitful and timeless pieces of garment.

Mother of Pear AW11

Mother of Pearl AW11 collection has among fine silk shirt,Tshirts, silk dresses, leather Mac with it's matching castor leather hat, felt wool hat with fur lining, woolen sweaters and dress etc etc. Fresh and autumnal colours do not fall short with MoP AW11 collection. The colour mixture of orange, yellows, red, navy, greens brings out the art of design on prints into light.

However, the playing up to the subtle sporty chic nature MoP AW11 collection, has been well achieved.

Mother of Pearl AW11

Pieces like the wool pullover, the leather mac,the silk Tshirt and not forgetting the leather sneaker/trainers can be worn by both sexes. 

In the AW11 collection comes block colour towering wedge sandal, leather sneaker/ trainers rose print and leather sports bag.
 
Positioned along side the clothing collection at the SHOWstudio is a exclusive tableware designed by Mother of Pearl.
  The Mother of Pearl collection AW11 is available to purchase in store well as via the SHOWstudio website - www.showstudio.co.uk
 

Exclusive Tableware collection.

This is where I say, one has to pay the SHOWstudio on 1-9 Bruton Place W1j 6LT a visit and immerse yourself with beauty of art and fashion. And once you are there you can drink your coffee from the cups designed exclusively by Maia Noman. 

A CHILD OF THE JAGO SPRING/SUMMER 2012.

'Today is Boring.' by A Child Of The Jago. 

www.achildofthejago.com

Joseph Corre and Simon Armitage  have a been friends forever and they are the proud owners of A Child Of The Jago, which they founded in 2007. 

They started off making clothes for themselves as individuals using end of luxury wool cashmere and cotton, that grew and materialized into an idea of opening up their own flagship store on 10 Great Eastern Road, EC2 3NT, LONDON. A store you will never miss if you happen to be on Great Eastern Road.

A Child Of The Jago has a very strong and dedicated followers and this year's London Fashion Week they showcased 'A Child Of The Jago' Spring Summer 12 fashion with a Rock 'n Roll theme. The show was excitingly good and the collections were outstandingly crafted with full attitude and lease of freshness.

A Child Of The Jago SS12 Fashion show.

LAND'S END CALLING!

Land's End Angels Looking Up In The Heavenly West.

Polo Shirts /  Chino Shorts - By Land's End.
(Models)L-R Max,Andre,Michael.
Creative Director - ChasebondStyle
Photographer - Rusty

Among the hundred of Polaroid that laid before me on the day of selecting the best and appropriate picture to be featured in the 10th issue of HUF magazine - www.hufmagazine.com I came across this one and it just made think of 'looking up in the heavens and deciding to go west'. 


'Go West' the song title by Franklin Goes To HollyWood - a trip down the memory lane. And another Biblical trip is the Three Wise Men of which the above photograph can be attributed to. Not sure of laughing at this minute...


There are more of these exciting pictures to see in the 10th issue of HUF Magazine - which is NOW OUT in hard copy as well as digital and can be ordered online. How good is that? 


In addition, I have written a very interesting piece to go with the shoot. It's worth reading so don't miss it.


Now go get your HUf!


Pleasure!

RICHARD JAMES AUTUMN/WINTER 2011 DIMPLE TIE.

Dimples are retro.

Richard James AW11
www.richardjames.co.uk

The famous 'Windsor Knot' was nothing to do with tying technique, but the requisition of extra-thick silk-weave ties requisitioned by Edward VIII, which made a simple schoolboy knot appear dense.

There are only a certain number of ways to tie a tie, and the optimum is the 'Nicky',  a five-move twist that provides simplicity, comfort, and elegance.

Large knots and small knots are reflections of a man's personality. 

A simple, cool, small knot is the perfect complement to a coolly, comfortable personality. 

A large knot is assertive.

There is an eight-move knot that creates a similar effect, but it requires a much lighter silk.

The basic rules are: choose your weight, then your knot.

But dimples are in.

KUKA-ME FLAGSHIP STORE OPENS - 4TH OCTOCBER 2011

Kuka-Me Opens Its First Ever Flagship Store On 5 Elgin Crescent, London W11 2JA 


The wait is now over. Kuka-me opens its flagship store today, 4th October 2011 to the general public.


So with further ado, I will like to announce the opening to the four conners of this Island (UK) and the world for that matter.


I will also endeavor you to make a trip down to 5 Elgin Crescent W11 2JA and  make some investment purchases.


 A little history here...Kuka-me was launched in 2009 by Reema Pachachi. Reema creates the original designs in her Notting Hill workshop, drawing inspiration from nature, architecture and textiles.


She creates original and timeless pieces which are ready-to-wear for the independent woman with an individual sense of style.


Men are not left out of Kuka-me's creations. Pieces such as pure silver cufflinks and bracelets are there to be allured and attained.


Therefore, I say its is a store that should not be missed. Here are some of the pieces to whet your appetite.

www.kuka-me.com

PATAGONIA STORE LAUNCH - 6A LANGLEY ST - COVENT GARDEN

www.patagonia.com

The night began with Jonathan Petty the European Marketing Manager taking us back in time about Patagonia being founded by Yvone Chouinard and how it was proud to launch its first ever flagship store in London capital on Langley street Covent Garden.

Jonathan also made mention of how it is important to Patagonia in choosing a building for their store that has a rich history in the community hence this present Covent garden store which was once formally part of the Watney Combe & Reid brewery and founded in 1837.

The store stands on a 4,340 square foot and with that kind of spacious area will stock or showcase the full range of Patagonia core technical  alphine and ski/snowboard products, and renowned Patagonian Lifestyle pieces and a footwear collection. And not forgetting the enigmatic kids lifestyle range.

We were later entertained to a life music by an indie band The collected Few. They belted some amazing tunes which really got everyone moving their feet down the store's basement. 

The Patagonia flagship on 6A largely street, Covent Garden is opened now and its been opened since the 15th of September 2011.

It will be worth checking out the first Patagonia flagship store in Covent Garden and in the Uk for that matter. 

There so many pieces from the Patagonia AW11 from my styling point of view that could be put together give you the inner city and cosmopolitan look. 

Pleasure!

MY WINTER SENSES

Does It Really Winter for You?

I am a fan of the winter season in London, the random rain, occasional sunshine and the fast approach of darkness. It is a nonstalgia feeling. Yes, it does really winter for me.


The cold weather is just a cold weather and like me I love to wear the right clothing and footwear to keep warm.


The best description for london weather is three season in one - autumn, winter, summer - so it always good to strike a balance with you clothing. 


Wearing layers is something one should opt for. You can always take a layer off if the temperature goes up vice versa.

My other favorite wear is the winter coat with a bit fur affair. This is where you wear light clothing underneath the heavy winter coat. This look is comfortable, it keeps warm and stylish, and there is assurance of movement.

Land's End Winter 2011 Parka

The parka jacket is another of my lovelies. Everyone needs to have a parka in their wardrobe. It is one of the winter protective clothing you can just put on and be ready to go. It might sound outrageous, but teaming up a parka jacket with shorts with boots is a combo of mine. Get this look.


One needs a footwear that could withstand all the winter adversaries. There is nothing worse that to have a cold feet.


There are a few new names of footwear I can suggest which for me can rock the winter season trend.


First on my list is the Martine Rose CAT AW11. It is very exclusive, tough, trendy and has a distinctive colour features.

Vane Winter 2011
(Sebago)

>> The whole of the Sebago AW11 collection - which I have talked about in my previous blog. 

 The winter season is a season of fun the way I see. Immense yourself with your clothing and right footwear. 


For men, I would say invest in a good long winter coat or jacket, good woolen soaks, silk scarf and durable footwear be it for work or lesiure.


The key trend for me this autumn winter is keeping it simple and clean cut. 

Less is more!

LONDON FASHION WEEK SPRING/SUMMER 2012 - ASHLEY ISHAM,BERNARD CHANDRAN, CRISTINA SABAIDUC, SPIJKERS EN SPIJKERS, ZIAD GHANEM.

The various shows you are about to see - Ashley Isham S/S12, Bernard Chandran S/S12, Cristina Sabaiduc S/S12, Spijkers En Spijkers S/S12 and Ziad Ghanem S/S12 - is mystical and the androgyny feel to it makes the hair on your back stand up.


Dubbed by me as the fashion couture of the century. There were no boundaries set. Fashion was at its rebel best.


The shows organized by the Pop PR were a all stand out. Love you to watch the catwalk shows for yourself. Epic!


Starting off with Ashley Isham spring/summer 2012 show

Ashley Isham S/S 12

Bernard Chandran S/S 12

Bernard Chandran S/S 12

Cristina Sabaiduc Spring/Summer 2012

Click on the link below and watch the show.

http://vimeo.com/29377841

Spijkers En Spijkers Spring/Summer 2012

Spijkers En Spijkers S/S12 Catwalk

Ziad Ghanem Spring/summer 2012

Ziad Ghanem S/S 12

MARTINE ROSE CUSTOMISED CAT FOOTWEAR WORK BOOT FOR MAN SPRING/SUMMER 2012 - LONDON FASHION WEEK.

Martine Rose presented at this season MAN spring/summer 2012 featuring her customized CAT Footwear.


Martine adorned the laces with bright coloured enamel painted jewels instantly transforming and yet still maintaining the heritage of the CAT Footwear.


Individuality in style and fashion forward has successfully been achieved by Martine Rose. It is the epitome of cutting edge style.


Focus on the customization of the CAT Footwear by Martine Rose in this MAN S/S 12 show and let me know what you think.

Enjoy!

INBAR SPECTOR SPRING/SUMMER 2012 - LONDON FASHION WEEK

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Inbar Spector S/S 12.
The Show Stopper Piece.

'The Heavens were Opened and Peace and Tranquility Were Assured Leaving Everyone Gasping For Some More Inbar Spector'

Israeli designer Inbar Spector's S/S12 collection brews up a dark and sophisticated delight, despite taking its inspiration from the deepest regions.

Inbar has converted violence and fire, via goth, to lace, silks and perforated faux leather. Zippers and chains darken the collection.

Inbar reflects the incipient latent violence of the Middle East, mixing joy and fear.

As a vegetarian, Inbar Spector uses no animal products, and is about to launch her first online store in October.

The whole collection one after the other was a show stopper and leaving me gasping for some more. Can't say I shan't be looking forward to her next season's collection. 

Inbar Spector is the one to watch.


Epic!

HOUSE OF EVOLUTION - DAS, MATH, ROHMIR - SPRING/SUMMER 2012

It was the FASHION SHOW we had all been waiting for - House of Evolution at Vauxhall Fashion Scout.


 And to calm our anxiety before the actual show begun, Katch Pr the hostess of the show treated the multi-platform fashion press, media, buyers and VIPs to a champagne reception.


House Of Evolution is made up of three design houses - DAS, MATH and ROHMIR.


Finally the shows starts and the first to come on the runway is the DAS collection.


The Emirati sisters, Reem and Hind Beljafla known for their eclectic and cutting edge designs, took their spring/summer 2012 collection from ancient Greek and Roman goddess. Hence the theme 'Goddess'

Here are some photos of DAS S/S 12 collection straight from the runway...

DAS S/S12

DAS S/S12

DAS S/S12



MATH S/S 12 COLLECTION

The next on to show was the MATH S/S 2012 collection. Creative director Shaz is also known for her mixing of textures to create an accessible and ready-to-wear garment for the chic woman of this century.


The collection is a mixture of over size luxury pieces and easy to wear silhouettes in silk, chiffon and georgette.


'The collection is about understated elegance, with focus on being fashion forward in a pared back way' Says Shaz.

MATH S/S 12

MATH S/S 12

MATH S/S 12


ROHMIR S/S 12 COLLECTION

ROHMIR,  was the last to show on the runway. Glamour to the ultimate most. 


The Russian creative designer got her inspiration for spring/summer 2012 from rain in the exotic garden. 'Rain brings joy, rain brings sorrow' says Olga Roh.


The models with flattering long curved colourful eyebrows walked the runway in sun-kissed yellow, shimmer/glimmer orange and black, rainy blue, sweet peach and mermaid turquoise.

ROHMIR S/S 12

ROHMIR S/S 12

ROHMIR S/S 12

After a very successful and entertaining show we were all escorted to the House of Evolution after party at the CIRQUE DU SOIR on 15-21 Canton street, Carniby Street.


Time had come for the fashion crowd to party in style. The funky sounds with our funky resident DJ did let us down with his beats. I was just busting loose with my pose dance and pleasure it was.


There was also a good performance put up by the  Cirque Du Soir dancers. The performance was really something else.


It was a night of fun and merry. Did I enjoy it? Oh yes, no doubt about that.


 Hip! Hip! to katch PR for throwing a jolly good party. Good work!