Tag Archives: Paris Fashion Week

PFW: Valentino Autumn/Winter 2013

Posted on March 11, 2013 by fallonista

As a Dutch girl, Valentino’s latest collection certainly struck a chord with me. Inspired by the Old Dutch masters, particularly Johannes Vermeer (the painter of Girl with a Pearl Earring), it was nice to see Maria Grazia and Pier Paolo’s … Continue reading →

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Happy Women’s Day

Posted on March 8, 2013 by fallonista

There’s much to love about being a woman – high heels which can be painful, make-up, the cause of many a breakout, pretty clothes that I’m constantly starving myself to fit into and of course our hair. Oh, hair, a … Continue reading →

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PFW: Alexander McQueen AW13

Posted on March 6, 2013 by fallonista

I’m guessing that Sarah Burton must be enjoying reruns of The Tudors during her pregnancy, because this latest collection certainly seems inspired! More fitting for the haute couture week, I don’t quite see how this master pieces will transition to … Continue reading →

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Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter 2012 Close-up: Shoes

Posted on March 9, 2012 by fallonista

The shoes were heel-less, buckled, black-and-white pony skin and mink shoes, complete with silver horse-shoe details, shouted horse’s hooves. Some might say bizarre, but no one could deny they were show-stopping footwear creations. In scarlet, grey and pink, the heel-less creations … Continue reading →

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Picture of the day: All aboard the Louis Vuitton Express

Posted on March 8, 2012 by fallonista

The train at the Louis Vuitton Autumn/Winter 2012 Fashion Show in Paris

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Paris Fashion Week: Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter 2012

Posted on March 8, 2012 by fallonista

Fantastical feather and fur creations… The inspiration behind the frothy, fantastical designs for the autumn/winter 2012 collection was said to be the ‘rippling underbellies of mushrooms’ – and the costumes certainly echoed the organic life of a damp wood, teeming … Continue reading →

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Paris Fashion Week: Chanel Autumn/Winter 2012

Posted on March 7, 2012 by fallonista

I am usually a huge fan of Karl’s Chanel productions when it comes to their fashion shows. However, this year, I found the clothes so disappointing, no matter how amazing the backdrop was, the collection totally let it down. The … Continue reading →

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Elie Saab Spring Summer 2012

Posted on October 5, 2011 by O for Olimpia

    “Color Shock” was the theme behind Elie Saab’s latest collection,  and in the designers speaking terms (where soft shades usually reign) a surprise it was.  I have always adored his designs, they are utterly stunning. I spoke about … Continue reading →

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Alexander McQueen Shoe Sculptures

Posted on October 5, 2011 by O for Olimpia

Sarah Burton’s interpretation of  sea world for Alexander McQueen SS12 collection created some amazing shoe sculptures. Now wear these babies with the Chanel hair styling and you will look like the mythical half human sea creature, in a good way … Continue reading →

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Chanel’s Beauty Details

Posted on October 5, 2011 by O for Olimpia

Karl Lagerfeld’s beauty team didn’t hold back after hearing the theme of the Chanel show: Underwater World. The  models were transformed into modern mermaids, the pearl detailing is absolutely stunning, and really elegant. In one word: Esquisite   I do … Continue reading →

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