Once upon a time, brands like H&M and Target brought big name designers into their folds for magical capsule collections, offering up designer-approved threads at a sliver of the cost. Shoppers rejoiced, and retailers jumped for joy when said capsule collections flew off the shelves in a frenzy (cough, cough, H&M x Balmain and Lily Pulitzer for … Read More →
1/8Still using old make-up products? Read this 1 ‘If you love something, let it go’- rightly said, especially when it comes to make-up. We have all been guilty of hoarding it, be it that red lipstick or your favourite mascara. Although there are a million reasons why we hoard make-up, there are two which are … Read More →
The recently concluded Lakme Fashion Week brought to the fore a new spectacle in the fashion world. Rather than keeping it strictly commercial, a few designers defied conventions by presenting admirable avant-gardism in their shows. Runways are usually flooded with tall and slim models clad in the best of couture with their high heels strutting … Read More →
Amid the ’90s nostalgia of 2017, no designer’s legacy is more pervasive than that of Martin Margiela. Considering that the Belgian nonconformist set out to challenge the fashion system—not just with his designs, but also with his way of conducting business—the industry’s current fixation on him is more than a little ironic. Flashback to the … Read More →
Sarah Jane Adams dubs it her “cleaning lady moment”. When the 62-year-old antique jewellery dealer and model arrived for her fittings before David Jones’ summer parade this month – Adams’ first catwalk appearance – someone mistook her as part of the cleaning crew. ut rather than get upset or angry, Adams poked fun at herself on Instagram. “Turned … Read More →
Are you one of those people who, every time you go to a duty-free store or a perfume shop, allows the sales assistant to take you hostage? “Sir, you must try this!” “Ma’am, what are you looking for?” “This is the very latest fragrance”. And so on. If so, then you are among the vast … Read More →
Do you like to dress for comfort? Are long, flowing outfits in natural fabrics and fun patterns your style statement? You are a natural boho if this is the case. Try these fashion tips to let out your inner gypsy and nail the bohemian look this season. * Avoid neon as much as you can. Bright … Read More →