Versace for H&M

Introducing Versace for H&M! Fashionista! Get ready, Versace for H&M is almost here. The collection will hit store November 17. Their collection ranges for women, men and home. Donatella delivers many choices of Versace iconic dresses — think famous prints like Greek motifs and palm and optical prints, patent leather details, Grecian button embellishment. To complete your Versace-girl look, H&M brings accessories that include a high-heeled lace boot and studded suede high-heeled sandals along with studded leather bags and velvet bags.

Winter 2011

So what’s in store for the seasons for men and women? Seventies fashion remains high on the list of carry-over trends, taking with it the likes of flares and wide-leg pants; while on the tough side, biker and punk follow through to the new season.Relaxed tailoring
For so long it’s been all about slim and skinny cuts for men. When fall 2011′s fashions roll along, that won’t be the case. Skinny won’t be out, but something else is certainly in.

valentino opens new mens store in asia

Valentino unveiled its first standalone men’s boutique in Asia in Hong Kong last week. The 2,116-square-foot store, with floors of black and white marble and wood, occupies a space in the basement. The Grand Opening celebration was held on 22 September with special guest Huang Xiao Ming, joint by Ms Fala Chen, Mr Him Law, Jocelyn Luko, Anthony Sandstrom and other socialites at the opening ceremony. It is the first boutique of its kind in Asia.

GAP closings

So I have just been informed that GAP stores worldwide have reported very low sales and the company has not doe well this year at all. As a result there have been about 200 Gap stores closed and will be opening new stores in china in hopes of regaining business.

A new plus size line!

We all remember the Tom boyish and painfully funny role new actress Melissa McCarthy played in bridesmaids right? I know I do but it turns out that she couldn't be farther from her character on bridesmaids. Melissa McCarthy 41, has plans to launch a us size line soon. The mother of two co designed her Emmy gown actually studied fashion in college. She says in US weekly "it's hard when your fuller figured and want to look cool."

Beyonces baby bump style

The recently pregnant beyonce has looked radiant as usual and seems very happy as a mother to be. Although she is sporting a baby bump you will not catch this diva in maternity jeans. Her appearances have been dazzling and beautiful to say the least. On the red carpet at the MTV VMA's in august, where she debuted the news she wore an elegant red Lanvin gown flowing and floor length. Then in September in NYC, she wore a khaki sequence J.Crew dress, mid length and minimal makeup. Among some of her other styles have been a Roberto Cavalli mini blue sequence, a nude Vera Wang mini, and another beautiful full length white Lanvin gown.

Top designers & discount stores

Top designers an discount stores have recently created a very lucrative relationship. In the most recent news Missoni released a line for Target and shoppers not only cleared the shelves but crashed the website. It has become in such demand that even secondary networks like eBay are reselling the product pieces from these exclusive discount store lines at a 25% to 400% higher price range! products are brought at these prices because of the limited availability and time window. Social media and media in general have changed the retail game lately. Top designers have been creating bridge brands for a while now but since 2004, when H&M started the trend of carrying top designer fashions for a limited time and limited pieces the discount store relationship changed. Some stores you can find this type of deal on exclusive lines made for just these stores are Target, kmart, H&M, TJ maxx, and kohl's.

Ferragamo launches first jewelry line

Italian luxury designer Salvatore Ferragamo has launched their first jewelry line in calla oration with bulgari. “I think this collection will be successful, especially among Chinese clients”, Chief Executive Michele Norsa told Reuters at the presentation during Milan fashion week. It was said that the watches and gems will not lose value over time making it a better long time investment than most accessories. Check it out online for pics and more commentary

Designers and photographers

Being in the The fashion industry whether it be working, watching, or aspiring there are alot of things to learn. I was recently asked who my favorite designers and photographers were and no one was really shocked by my answers. The reason was because when you can identify you favorite designers photographers or brands you can somewhat identify your personal style. It is important to do so, and to know where your inspiration comes from. Here is a list of my favorite designers, photographers and brands:

G star raw by Marc Newson
Dolce & Gabbana by Deminico Dolce and Stefanno Gabbana
Armani by georgio Armani
Calvin Klein
Richard Warren
Alexander McQueen
James hickey
Marc jacob
Louis Vutton

What are some of your favorites?

Fashion outlook this season

This seasons colors are inspiring, I still have my staples in my wardrobe but when I get home I'm going to add some heavier pieces and some new pops of color. Burgundy burnt reds deep blues and charcoal are the seasons colors right now go in! White and shades of tan, cream and khaki too; Of Course the styles depend on u all. Kate moss closed the show in a beautiful white louis vutton dress for the louis vutton show in Paris this year and the carousel runway for Paris fashion week is extremely gorgeousThis season also permits fingerless gloves And I love it because they are another staple in my wardrobe right now until it gets too cold. Enjoy and be beautiful! I will post some pictures of these colors on the runway.