USA:Steven Tyler launches new clothing line for Macy’s

 

Andrew Charles, a new designer clothing line for men and women, has been launched by Steven Tyler along with two of his daughters, Mia and Chelsea.

The Aerosmith lead singer and American Idol judge, best known for his flamboyant style, has teamed up with Andy Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger’s brother, to launch the rock-inspired collection ‘Andrew Charles’ for Macy’s .

The 63-year-old rock and style icon even features along with his 22-year-old daughter Chelsea in the advertising for the new line.

The new collection resembles the outfits worn by Aerosmith – America’s greatest Rock and Roll band – and their fans in the 1970s. It includes faux leopard jackets, baby doll T-shirts and flared jeans.

 

USA:Red Carpet trends in House of Brides’ gowns

 

The bridal industry often looks to the red carpets and celebrity fashion for inspiration in creating new, dynamic fashions. The recent 2011 Emmy’s red carpet is an example of such a source. House of Brides’ 6 salons are showcasing many wedding dresses with these popular trends. Industry Consultant Dale Buziecki states, "House of Brides watches red carpet events and celebrity fashion to be on que with what our customers want."

Designer Mon Cheri exemplifies Lace in its style Dakota. The Tulle and Lace gown has a curved neckline and ruched bodice with hand-beaded Swarovski crystal Lace appliqués and flower detail. More recent Lace styles have taken a more modern interpretation with Lace appliqués and accents coupled with more structured fabrics like Taffeta, Tulle and Silk Satins.

Designer Mon Cheri Bridals highlights the ruching trend in style Leighton. The wedding gown has a ruched midriff that is lightly draped through the dropped waistline. Ruching has dominated red carpets over the past few fashion seasons. The 2011 take is asymmetrical ruching, which amplifies ruching’s figure-flattering character.

Designer Mon Cheri Bridals accentuates metallic embellishments with style Cambria. With hand-beaded jeweled detail and sheen Taffeta, this bridal gown has been in demand at the salons. Metallic embellishments are a more recent trend that has carried over from red carpets to bridal gown collections. Heavy beading, rhinestones and sequins are emphasized in many 2011 bridal gowns.

Designer Sophia Tolli Bridals features a one shoulder wedding dress in style Sukey. This red carpet trend lends from Grecian styling and adds to its sophisticated flare.

The salon’s buyers noted these trends are continuing into Spring 2012 collections and predict their ongoing popularity in next year’s Fall season.

Samples and their availability vary online and at the salons.

House of Brides established its first brick-and-mortar store in 1929 and has since grown to 10 Chicagoland stores and global E-Commerce website. Millions of Brides and their wedding parties visit our salons and global website for over 30,000 wedding and special event products.  

Pakistan:Pakistan’s Al Karam launches winter collection

 

Al Karam has launched its winter collection at its studio in Lahore city of Pakistan. The Al Karam Winter Collection in bold colours, exquisite designs and colour combinations, is actually a total of five collections.

‘Khaddhar prints’ give a feel of the sixties and consist of casual clothing. ‘Khaddhar embroidery’ is a glamorous collection that is mainly meant for the evening wear. It includes both hand and machine made embroideries.

‘Linen casual’ collection is for fun and casual wear, while ‘Linen embroidery’ is an attractive collection. ‘Jhaama whaar’ is made from long lasting banarasi fabric, which is fashionable and trendy.

 

Poland:Three best designers at Fashion Week Poland

 

Spring/Summer 2012 trends are going to be the centrepiece of the oncoming edition of FashionPhilosophy Fashion Week Poland. Most events will be housed in Ksiezy Mlyn between the 26th and the 30th of October. All DESIGNER AVENUE and OFF OUT OF SCHEDULE shows, Designer and Brand Showroom exhibition area, YOUNG FASHION PHOTOGRAPHERS NOW and FASHION FILM FESTIVAL screenings will be held at a joint location on-site of Lodz Special Economic Zone (22/24 Tymienieckiego Street.

CUSTO BARCELONA special show will open the Autumn edition of Fashion Week Poland (27.10.2011, Thursday). The brand was established 31 years ago by brothers Custo and David Dalmau. CUSTO BARCELONA creates leading pieces regularly showcased on international catwalk shows and featured on the covers of the most prestigious fashion magazines. Spring/Summer 2012 TRIPOLAR collection comprises 2 clothing lines: casual and evening wear. Silhouettes are generally dominated by modern graphic patterns, kaleidoscopic compositions and 3D techniques. Custo Barcelona has over 3000 points of sale in 40 countries.

JEREMY SCOTT special fashion show we'll see on Friday (28.10.2011, Friday). Scott will present his collection which he designed for ADIDAS ORIGINALS. To quote the designer himself, the collection is a ”quintessence of quirky and colourful street style. It is full of jungle rapacity and military design.”

The Autumn edition of Designer Avenue will be closed by a special show of DAWID TOMASZEWSKI (30.10.2011, Sunday), who has now become a regular guest of FashionPhilosophy. His regular presence at Fashion Week Poland proves that the event is now a truly prestigious one. Tomaszewski's VANITAS FLOWERS collection has been inspired by XVII century painting and the passing of time theme it often touches upon. Transparent floral motifs are an allegory of both vitality and mortality. The subject matter is related to Tomaszewski's own beliefs that passing away is a positive aspect of life.  

USA:Angela Dean of Deanzign introduces ‘The Ensembles’

 

Angela Dean Introduce's Her New Collection "The Ensembles". This Collection is a Innovative, Timeless and Seasonless Collection of 10 Basic Reversible Jersey Pieces that interchange to create multiple looks. This collection is a Modern System of Dressing that has the Ability to go from Day to Evening, and is created for
"Real Women with Real Bodies"

Message From The Designer "I was inspired to create this collection that would establish a new Modern System of Dressing. Due to the vast need of having great styles in your wardrobe that can be multi-functional. Women's lifestyles today are very diverse and multifaceted.

"The Ensembles" Collection travels well, has easy care and excellent fit. There is a need for items that can be worn from day to evening that are fashion forward, innovative and modern. This contemporary collection of 10 Reversible Pieces has the ability to worn in over 30 different ways."

Celebrity Designer Angela Dean is taking the world by storm. With critically-acclaimed designs and a loyal following of Hollywood Celebrities, Angela Dean is one of the most sought after fashion designers in the music and entertainment industry. For more than two decades, she has created a brand portfolio of Iconic Superstars, Oprah Winfrey, Madonna, Katy Perry, Paris Hilton, Halle Berry, Wendy Williams and Queen Latifah, just to name a few.

Angela Dean is continuously growing her fashion empire into an international lifestyle brand and further establishing a diversified fashion house as a worldwide powerhouse of style.  

Poland:Autumn edition of Fashionphilosophy Fashion Week Poland

 

FashionPhilosophy Fashion Week Poland will take place between the 26th -30th of October 2011.

Spring/Summer 2012 trends are going to be the centrepiece of the oncoming edition of FashionPhilosophy Fashion Week Poland. Most events will be housed in Ksiezy Mlyn between the 26th and the 30th of October. All DESIGNER AVENUE and OFF OUT OF SCHEDULE shows, Designer and Brand Showroom exhibition area, YOUNG FASHION PHOTOGRAPHERS NOW and FASHION FILM FESTIVAL screenings will be held at a joint location on-site of Lodz Special Economic Zone (22/24 Tymienieckiego Street.

DESIGNER AVENUE
DESIGNER AVENUE is the most important and most spectacular of all Fashion Week Poland modules. This edition, DA shows will take place between the 27th and the 30th of October. The module allows to discover most interesting projects of leading designers, and witness the emergence of new brands selected by the Programme Board.

This time, FW visitors will have a chance to see the collections of the following designers: Agata Wojtkiewicz, Agnieszka Maciejak, Aleksandra Kmiecik, Bohoboco, Blessus, Joanna Klimas, Lucja Wojtala, Lukasz Jemiol, Michal Szulc, MMC Studio, Monika Ptaszek, Natalia Jaroszewska, Natasha Pavluchenko, Nenukko, Paprocki&Brzozowski duo, Piotr Drzala, Polygon, Shumik 100%, Wiola Wolczynska and Zuo Corp. Three special catwalk shows are also going to take place within this section of FWP. All together DESIGNER AVENUE module is a three-day long celebration of fashion with 23 catwalk shows of leading designers.

OFF OUT OF SCHEDULE
It has now become a tradition that avant-garde and debuting designer showcase their collections as a part of the OFF Out Of Schedule project. Between the 27th and 30th of October, Spring/Summer 2012 collections will be presented by the following designers: Alisa Bieniek, AL, Dominika Naziebly, Jacek Klosinski-Hyakinth, Jaroslaw Ewert, Joanna Paradecka, Karolina Gerlich, Katarzyna Górecka, Lukasz Stachowicz, Magdalena Kubalanca, Maldoror, Marcin Podsiadlo, Martyna Czerwinska, Olga Szynkarczuk, Paulina Plizga, Paulina Poloz and Sylwia Rochala.

Traditionally, the OFF module of Fashion Week Poland will be accompanied by YOUNG FASHION PHOTOGRAPHERS NOW exhibition presenting the works of young photographers, who see fashion with fresh eyes and oldly experiment with individual non-standard means of expression.

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Denmark:Launch of WRAPHABILLEMENT at RDB

 

Fashion designer and entrepreneur Elizabeth Roberts has launched WRAPHABILLEMENT, a new outerwear brand created by the designer for today's woman-on-the-go. Synthesizing Pacific Northwest technology and chic outerwear infused with international aesthetics combining career and art, WRAPHABILLEMENT is proud to debut its inaugural collection with The Royal Danish Ballet (RDB) and has been selected as the official outerwear provider for this world-class company.

WRAPHABILLEMENT is pleased to partner with the American Friends of The Royal Danish Ballet in this creative endeavor. Starting this month, this inspired line of jackets and coats will be introduced to the U.S. retail market through Trunk shows in Seattle, Chicago and San Francisco and online.

Drawing upon the best fabric inputs, and utilizing an innovative, patent-pending SMARTSHIELD pocket system, which decreases Cell Phone Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) by more than 95%, WRAPHABILLEMENT creates the essential balance between vogue and function.

The SMARTSHIELD pocket system, which protects the wearer from the invisible but real dangers of the electromagnetic frequencies and microwaves of her cell phone, allows the wearer to stay connected worry free while carrying her cell phone in her pocket. Offering style and performance, Roberts' designs are practical enough for walking the kids to school yet elegant enough for a glittering evening in any world capital.

"I was inspired to fuse fashion and function in outerwear to protect against both natural elements and those amplified by man and technology as I continually read reports documenting the very real dangers of having cell phones so close to your body," says designer Roberts. "With the SMARTSHIELD pocket system I developed, the wearer can be continuously connected while protected from her cellular phone's electromagnetic frequency and microwaves."

"Great ties of invention and inspiration have united Denmark and the U.S. throughout the 20th century. Design and dance are two areas where we have always excelled and been forward-looking. Working together we have touched the world in wonderful ways," says Nikolaj Hubbe, Artistic Director of The Royal Danish Ballet.

"In this century, Seattle is the international crossroads where technological breakthroughs, original thinking, and far-reaching solutions emerge almost daily. America and Denmark are focused on how we can preserve the environment and keep the earth and mankind safe.

"Beauty, form and performance standards are intrinsic to ballet. Good design in every aspect of life elevates and brings out the best in all of us. I am amazed and thrilled at how working with WRAPHABILLEMENT builds on these interests. I look forward to working with Elizabeth and seeing the dancers in her designs."

Key Features of WRAPHABILLEMENT include:
• SMARTSHIELD - an embedded patent-pending pocket system reduces cell phone EMF & microwaves, without limiting transmission or receipt of data and phone calls.