Summer to Fall

Hey everyone! Apologies for the summer close.. After a busy few months of travelling and working, time zoomed by like a bullet. Though days are getting darker and frostier, the warm season remains tucked into cosy oversized-coats and woven jumpers. And though light gradually veils itself, it is the shine soaked up that provides energy to withstand the freezing winter. Fall, which yields to blackness hence can be electrified from the past season!

Los Angeles
Walking Above Stars on Hollywood Boulevard

The Famous Rodeo Drive, Designer Fashion Haven 

The Two Santa's, California USA
Santa Monica

Santa Barbara

Provence & Côte D'Azur
Gorges du Verdon & Le Colorado Provencal de Rustrel

Urban/Street Style

Here is a look I was wearing on a day out in Leiden. My friend and I had come by a graffiti wall on our way to Centraal Station and thought would be nice to take a few shots. Was not really dressed for an occasion, but I guess one can say this is an interpretation of my own towards street/urban style.

Dress According to Destination

Today, going to the beach with a friend and her sister's dogs I decided to dress according to the seas blue colour. Since we were not planning to swim since it is still chilly, especially near the shore with the current and winds, light colours for less heat absorption with long sleeves were practical, especially for looking after the dogs. Therefore a blue button-up denim top and my white jeans with a pair of white converse with blue/red line details were perfect! I had considered sandals but walking in the dunes, especially in the fields would have not been appropriate nor comfortable. Having the colours, I blend just enough in the scenery without being obscured by the environment. Dressing for the occasion according to your destination hence is a great way to look fabulous, even more so in pictures!

Florals - Bring Nature in You!

Alexander McQueen

Kenzo

Exposed!

Ann Demeulemeester

Thierry Mugler

Walter van Beirendonck

For a cheaper alternative whilst my stay in London I had gone to COS (believe it is British design) which have great classic and up to date trends for affordable prices. I had tried on a light transparent shirt which works well for the beach but sadly did not look great on me (since I am more slim). However it could look great on another! (see image below)

Shirt NO.4 by COS

Inspiration Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2011

Esquire Magazine: The Blue Portfolio

Two-button cotton wool and silk Suit
($1,395) by Boss Selection

Cotton Shirt
($525) by Giorgio Armani
Can be found @ armani.com

Silk Tie
($275) by E. Marinella
Can be found @ decoratoboutiques.com

Canvas Shoes
($575) by Salvatore Ferragamo
Can be found @ ferragamo.com

Crocodile Belt
($475) by Santiago Gonzalez
Can be found @ bergdorfgoodman.com

Source: http://www.esquire.com/style/fashion-story/blue-suits-for-men?click=mid#slide-9

Two-button cotton and nylon suit
($1,075) by Calvin Klein Collection

Cotton Shirt
($495) by Piodo Roma

Silk Tie
($60) by J. Crew
Can be found @ jcrew.com

Leather Shoes
($670) by Fratelli Rossetti

Sunglasses
($95) by Warby Parker
Can be found @ warbyparker.com


Source: http://www.esquire.com/style/fashion-story/blue-suits-for-men?click=mid#slide-2

Cotton Trench Coat
($795) by Allegri
Can be found @ neimanmarcus.com

One-button silk Jacket
($2,195) by Caruso
Can be found @ raffaelecaruso.it

Cotton Shirt
($525) by Cesare Attolini
Can be found @ cesareattolini.com

Silk Tie
($225) by Ermenegildo Zegna Couture
Can be found @ zegna.com

Cotton Trousers
($495) by Belvest

Suede Loafers
($595) by Tods
Can be found @ tods.com

Crocodile Belt
($475) by Santiago Gonzalez

Source: http://www.esquire.com/style/fashion-story/blue-suits-for-men?click=mid#slide-11

Color Blocking

Carlos Campos S/S 2012

Agnes B. S/S 2012

Dior Homme S/S 2012

Iceberg S/S 2012

Thierry Mugler S/S 2012

Perry Ellis S/S 2012

Festival de Cannes 2012

The famous Cannes Festival from 16-27 May is not just known for its films, but also for its fashion. Just like the Oscars, many celebrities from around the world come to Cote D'Azure France in the latest top notch dresses or tuxedos from the Spring/Summer and Haute Couture 2012 collections. Pictures below are from the opening of Cannes Festival 65th Anniversary and the premiere of 'Moonrise Kingdom' directed by Wes Anderson.

From Left: Tilda Swinton, Kara Hayward, Jared Gilman, Roman Coppola, Jason Schwartzman, Bruce Willis, Bob Balaban, Alexandre Desplat, Wes Anderson, Edward Norton, and Bill Murray

Berenice Bejo in Louis Vuitton

Diane Kruger in Giambattista Valli Couture

From Left: Fan Bingbing, Diane Kruger, Zoe Saldana, Angelina Jolie, & Salma Hayek

Eva Longoria in Marchesa

Bill Murray, Bruce Willis,
& Wes Anderson

The red dress worn by Berenice Bejo could easily be mistaken for a Valentino but in homage of the red carpet as host of the Cannes Festival, French fashion house Louis Vuitton could not have produced a better dress for the opening!

British Designs

Today was a great day to explore past British fashions from the mid-1900s onwards at the Victoria & Albert Museum in South Kenningston, London. Famous works produced by Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood were to be observed. Being very sneaky, I was able to take pictures of the displays though I got told twice that cameras were not allowed. Many idols of the time included The Beatles, David Bowie and Bon Jovi of whom played a role in changing fashion with their patch leather jackets, fringe, and even make-up..! A great exhibition to visit for all interested in 'British Design - 1948-2012'!

Exhibition: http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/exhibitions/exhibition-british-design

Carol McNicoll 1943 for Brian Eno

Gold Lame worn by Marc Bolan 1970s

Vivienne Westwood & Malcolm McLaren

Queen Elizabeth II Dress, Paris 1957

Harris Tweed & Tartan, Vivienne Westwood 

Antony Price 1946 for Bryan Ferry

John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2000

Hussein Chalayan Tulle Dress 2011

Alexander McQueen Fall 2009

Hussein Chalayan Video Dress 2007

British Tailoring

Dresses 1980s & 90s