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PARIS MEN'S FASHION WEEK FW'2015 - DIOR HOMME

 

DIOR, A brand very dear to most Parisian hearts and fashion lovers. The house famous with its classic-modern touch in each of their designs and its latest men fragrance starred by Robert Pattinson. I feel blessed that I managed to watch Dior Homme show via live stream and I believe most die-hard menswear fashion lovers has watched it too. This season Kris Van Assche has presented Dior collection for Fall/Winter with 40 plus strong looks on Day 4 at Paris Men's Fashion Week. I feel amazed and loved the opening show, one row  of orchestra players serenade on the runway stage.  It was a dramatic and theatrical show. Based on what I've observed, Dior giving us a balance mixture of classic and modern for this season collection. From Dior's dashing tailored tuxedos & suits, long overcoats, denim double breasted, cardigans & sweaters, shearling denim parkas, leather duffel coat to Dior's classic-modern tailcoats with high quality fabrics cashmere, wool, shearling, tweed, denim and leather some in plaid & numbers prints or dap smudge prints. Not forget, Dior unique accessories like decorative pins,  badges, cool sneakers and Dior backpack bags. Simply marvellous! The whole look were amazingly fresh and stylish. The Dior Homme show ended with big applause by the invited guests that evening.

[Images credit : WWD & PMFW Photographers]

PARIS MEN'S FASHION WEEK FW'2015 - LOUIS VUITTON

Kim Jones of Louis Vuitton this season paid tribute to the late British designer Christopher Nemeth, whose handmade clothes established planted the trend of deconstruction in the early '80s. Jones has presented his LV fall/winter collection on Day 2 of Paris Men's Fashion Week very artistic and dynamic 38 looks. Jones chose few Nemeth's original artwork prints onto his collection this season like rope and windowpane. From Louis Vuitton's utility parkas, fold-up tailored trousers, Crombie coat, knits sweaters, skinny jeans, duffle & peacoats, trucker jackets, tailored suits, bomber & biker jacket, matching suit to Louis Vuitton's shearling coats in beautiful high quality fabrics like nylon, wool, shearling, cotton, denim, leather and cashmere. Not forget Louis Vuitton's gorgeous camera bags, dashing briefcases & keepalls, versatile messenger & shopper bags, leather boots & lace up derbies and unique pins as this season accessories. Based what I've observed, the whole collection was fresh and stylish. A collection that succeed to catches my attention. I loved Jones creations from the gorgeous jackets, coats to Vuitton's beautiful bags.

[Images credit : Style.com & PMFW Photographers]

PARIS MEN'S FASHION WEEK FW'2015 - CHRISTOPHE LEMAIRE (LEMAIRE)

As we know the label formerly known as Christophe Lemaire the designer name and now the label renamed to Lemaire. It was to reflect the collaborative with his partner Sarah-Linh Tran and team for men's collection. This season Lemaire has presented its 30 looks for fall/winter collection on Day 1 of Paris Men's Fashion Week with timeless touch. Based what I've observed, most of Lemaire collection were tailored beautifully and modern with a pinch of '80s macho. Something that I normally wear and pick for my wardrobe. Lemaire fans will love their double-breasted wool coat, tailored cropped trousers ankle length, boxy jackets, crisp shirts, collarless blazers, cape & poncho, comfy cardigan, draped knits, overcoats, raincoats, turtleneck shirt, utility parkas to Lemaire's caban coat with various type of high quality fabrics like wool, denim and cotton. Not forget, to get the polish look this season Lemaire; partner it with classic ankle boots. Overall, it was an outstanding collection. Simply classy and fresh. If you like something classic yet fresh Lemaire is the one.

[Images credit ; Style.com & PMFW Photographers]

Métiers d’Art; Paris-Salzburg CHANEL Show

December is a month of holiday but not yet for the fashion lovers.First week of the month all fashionistas around the world will busy gather new updates on their blogs or article columns focusing on British Fashion Awards, Chanel Métiers d'Art Show and Victoria's Secret Fashion Show before hit for a holiday feast. As Fashion blogger and style observer, Chanel show will always be my top pick. I personally feel that Chanel, Métiers d'Art Show are special. Here, we're not only to love FASHION but also able to learn appreciate excellent skills and workmanship of a craftsman.

 

Under Karl Lagerfeld's wings this season Chanel took its annual Métiers d'Art show to the beautiful Salzburg, Austria. Karl Lagerfeld choose Schloss Leopoldskron Chateau as the venue of the event, it captures the history that linked to Gabrielle Chanel past and Austria was dear to Gabrielle Chanel's heart. The beautiful hotel was previously a 18th-century baroque palace surrounded with mesmerising views and big open lake as its backdrop. Not only that, Salzburg was birthplace of the great Mozart and setting for The Sound of Music. Simply an amazing venue for an extraordinary celebration.

As we all know, Karl Lagerfeld is a person with great passion for fashion; now he's so onto new direction of today's style. I, myself an observer barely hard to predict and can't detect Karl's mind every season; what he feel or things he inspired. Not only that, Karl Lagerfeld had drawn lookalike scenery of Schloss Leopoldskron as Chanel invitation. Karl Lagerfeld also pick the iconic Chanel Jacket as his main inspiration this season in his collection and short film for Chanel. That's why I adore so much Karl Lagerfeld work; full of passion. 

Oh yeah..mentioning about Chanel's latest short film, everyone was thrilled after Chanel posted the house new trailer short film on Chanel website. Pharrell Williams, Cara Delevingne and Geraldine Chaplin stars in Chanel's latest short film "Reincarnation". Pharrell Williams portrayed as young elevator attendant and Emperor of Austria, King Franz Joseph, Cara Delevingne plays as naughty waitress and Empress of Austria, Queen Elisabeth also known as "Sissi" and Geraldine Chaplin as Gabrielle Chanel. Pharrell Williams also composed and wrote the lyrics of "CC The World", the original soundtrack for "Reincarnation" and he sings along with the beautiful Cara Delevingne.

I feel happy that I've managed to watch the full length of "Reincarnation" on the evening of 2nd December, Malaysia Time through chanel.com . The film screened a night before the show at the Chanel's dinner party. In my opinion, Karl Lagerfeld did a great job and I liked it. The storyline was not overly done nor too cliché. It's fun and unique yet very Chanel. Based what I've heard, Karl Lagerfeld successfully attracted nearly 1.2 Million viewers watched "Reincarnation".

 

2nd December 2014. All the invited guests of Chanel from VVIP, Magazine Editors, Bloggers and Columnists, Media and Photographers also Celebrities Alice Dellal, Rooney Mara, Lily Allen, Geraldine Chaplin, Zhou Xun and Anne Berest were among attending the show. Schloss Leopoldskron become a fantasy extravaganza special for Chanel, there few circular tables brimming with candlelit buffets of fruits and Austrian mouth watering delicacies. All the guests were divided into various rooms like Schloss Leopoldskron's warm woody Library, classic touch of Venetian Room, beautiful Marble Hall, the bright Chinese Room and White Room.
 

This season Karl Lagerfeld presented his pre-fall - Métiers d'Art collection with over 80 looks. Most of his collection this season beautifully crafted, regal and less complicated. I'm glad that in this season collection elements shifted perfectly from classic to modern. Based what I've observed, The Classic Chanel Jacket, Austrian Tapestry and Military were the inspiration and key elements in each of the collection. From Chanel beautiful buttoned soft ruffled blouses, beautifully cut capelets, long wool-tweed jackets with embroidery detailing, over the knee pants, classic Chanel jackets lookalike tweed-knits with wide-legged tuxedo trousers or matching skirts, long knitted sweater dress with crochet detailing, beautiful oversized cardigan, oversized jacket with embellishment, knitted legging with prints, Rococo frock coats, long cape with feathers detailing, cardigan with shimmery-sequins match it with hot pants, beautiful sheer blue cropped top with small beautiful applique - nature motif detailing and matching full skirt with pleated ribbons trim, sheer blouse with feathery short skirt, beautiful capelet with applique detailing, applique blouses with butterflies details match with feathery dress, Ladies leather jacket with Chanel batches at the back, Men leather biker jacket, long sweater dress with detailing on neckline, beautiful Chanel strap dress with applique detailing, Chanel over the shoulder sheer dress with frills and applique - snowflakes detailing, cropped cape jacket, frilly blouse with matching full skirt, Chanel belted buckle dress and the grand finale look worn by Cara Delevingne in a pure white layered voluminous full skirt with beautiful Chanel bowed cape. Simply amazing! Not only that, accessories like hair ribbons, pearl necklaces, choker necklaces, cute braided earmuffs, beautiful big pearl cuffs to the feather hats, amazing various Chanel bags and shoes like leather boots, ankle lace boots to flats...everything look superb and very alluring. It compliment the whole collection perfectly. I loved the combination of art, heritage and luxury into one beautiful collection.

 

 

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Métiers d’Art 2014/15 Paris-Salzburg CHANEL Show

 

 

 

 

 

[Images credit : Chanel.com & Style.com]

CHANEL Short Film "Reincarnation" by Karl Lagerfeld

CHANEL Métiers d'Art to Salzburg, Austria

 

From the lavish-exotic Bombay to icy cold of Edinburgh, Scotland and exploring the rodeo world of Dallas, Chanel never failed in presenting Métiers d'Art shows successfully. This 2nd of December, Karl Lagerfeld will be presenting his collection at the majestic enchanting Hotel Schloss Leopoldskron in Salzburg, Austria. The hotel was previously a 18th-century baroque palace; it is a national historic monument in Leopoldskron, a southern district of the city of Salzburg, Austria. The beautiful rococo palace is one of Austria's finest national treasures and was confiscated by the Nazis in World War II.

 

It's a beautiful tradition since 2002 for Chanel celebrates craftsmanship through its Métiers d'Art collection. It is an interesting path that Karl Lagerfeld when comes creating a spectacular event, He always putting the spotlight on cities which are linked to Chanel's history. I, myself amazed and mesmerized with Karl Lagerfeld imagination turns into reality. After Bombay to Edinburgh and Dallas, this year Karl Lagerfeld's inspiration turns to Salzburg as his new project. Honestly, I feel excited and can't wait to see Chanel's latest Métiers d'Art collection and "Reincarnation" short film directed by our beloved maestro, Karl Lagerfeld. I'm sure everyone watched the trailer and knows the stars in the film.

What is Métiers d'Art? I know some of you wondering and questioning what is it means. Métiers d'Art in French means craftsmanship. The collection is all about appreciation in luxury and dedication of an artisan in an excellent craftsmanship. It's another Chanel's Ready-To-Wear collection and it will be shown every year in December every year. Here you can observe up close the work of great artisans into one exclusive collection. Chanel were the only House to have dedicated an entirely separate collection to the Métiers d'Art in order to continue its legacy and extraordinary expertise.

Since 2002, The great maestro Karl Lagerfeld captures the history of Gabrielle Chanel by designating a city that’s linked to the past or present of the owner to the powerful fashion house and making it as the theme of his collection. Nearly 12 years this collection has been consistently developed and now  standing strong on its own identity. Chanel will remain one of the powerful House until to the next generation. I've read biography about Gabrielle Chanel and her amazing journey around Europe after the dead of Boy Capel. Simply inspiring and mind-blowing, I feel motivated and taught me not only to be strong physically but also in mind and soul. She's indeed an Icon and Queen of Style.

[Images credit: Chanel.com & hotels.com]

PHARRELL & CARA STARS IN CHANEL'S NEW SHORT FILM "REINCARNATION"

Latest news from Chanel that Karl Lagerfeld will be showing the brand's latest Métiers d’art collection in Salzburg, Austria. When comes to Chanel, there's always something exciting and special await their loyal fans. For those passionate with Chanel latest collection; Don't forget to stay tune.

House of Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld has choose Pharrell Williams and Cara Delevingne as the face of  Métiers d'Art campaign Paris‑Salzburg and a short film directed by Karl Lagerfeld titled "Reincarnation" also will be unveiled in Salzburg on December 1st next week, the night before the Paris-Salzburg 2014/15 Métiers d'Art show. Chanel lovers will preview the premiering short film via its official website chanel.com. Meanwhile, the Métiers d'Art advertising campaign that shot by Karl Lagerfeld will be released in May next year.

 

What special in this short film? Pharrell Williams composed and wrote the lyrics of "CC The World", the original soundtrack for "Reincarnation" and he play one of the lead roles in the short film and sings along with the beautiful Cara Delevingne, the face of the upcoming campaign of the Paris‑Salzburg 2014/15 Métiers d'Art collection.
 

The enchanting short film "Reincarnation" were re-enacts episode from the life of Gabrielle Chanel; while vacationing at Austria in 1954, Gabrielle becomes enamoured by the jacket worn the young elevator attendant in a hotel near Salzburg, portrayed by Pharrell . "Reincarnation" is a story of a elevator attendant’s jacket with contrasting trim and pockets being reincarnated as a timeless piece Chanel jacket. It's also evocation of different era, that of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which Karl Lagerfeld brings to life for one night in the heart of the 1950's.
 

 

 

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Teaser of "Reincarnation", The New Chanel's Short Film by Karl Lagerfeld

 

[Images credit: Karl Lagerfeld, chanel.com and tumblr.com]

Good Bye Christophe, Welcome Nadège

Yes, I heard about the rumours about Christophe Lemaire of  Hermès will leaving the fashion house. Various speculations hovering in the gossip blogs but none is logic. I, myself didn't know what's the concrete reasons or clear view why he will leave. It was a pleasure to see all his artwork while he still working for Hermès . Mr. Lemaire famous with minimalism in opulence. I love the flow silhouette , bold colours on silk, artistic prints and a pinch of exotic textures. That is the true essence of Hermès .

 

On the 21 of July 2014, Hermès has announced that Mr. Lemaire officially departing and will no longer be its designer for its women’s wear collection. Quote: *In a statement released by Hermès , Mr. Lemaire said: "Working for Hermès has been a great pleasure: a profoundly enriching experience on both a human and professional level. I am proud of what we have built together. My own label is growing in an important way and I now really want and need to dedicate myself to it fully."

 

 

On the 24 of July 2014, been reported that Hermès  officially named Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski as their Artistic Director of Women’s Wear. The former "The Row" design director previously worked with Céline and Maison Martin Margiela team before working with the Olsen sisters. Congratulation and all the best. I'm glad that Nadège were now with Hermès after replacing Christophe. With passion and hope, as a fashion lover I would like to see something different from your designs. To Christophe, all the best in your label and up coming designs. Can't wait to see more your collection.

B for Birkin

Last week, a friend of mine showed me her new Birkin bag size 35 in exotic leather. Yes, the queen of all bags. Yes, the devious neon orange box. Yes, it worth more than my car. It's a pleasure to see my friend in her happiest mood. I had the opportunity to observe up close and touch the texture of the exotic leather. It's more structured and majestically glossy. I still remember the moment I saw this bag in a tabloid magazine back in my middle school days. It always become my top favourite until today. Let's talk about Birkin Bag by Hermes.

Top celebrities like Victoria Beckham, Kim Kardashian, Kimora Lee, Naomi Campbell, Rachel Zoe, Lady Gaga, Miranda Kerr are among who are have been spotted fashionably with Birkin Bag.

 

 

The history behind this bag was it named after an actress and singer, Jane Birkin. Jean-Louis Dumas was seated next to Jane on the flight from Paris to London. He was the Chief Executive of Hermes. Ms. Birkin's straw bag contents fell to the deck. She explained to Monsieur Dumas that it had been difficult to find  a weekend bag in leather that she liked. Monsieur Dumas created a bag special for Ms. Birkin based on an 1892 Hermes's design. She quotes "What's the use of having a second one?" She laughs. "You only need one and it busts your arm; they're bloody heavy. I'm going to have an operation for tendonitis in the shoulder" Since then, this devious bag has become an icon around the world.

Hermes a brand from France is famous with their handmade creations and well-expert artisans. Saddle stitching was Hermes's signature. An average a Birkin is created in 48 hours or more depends on the customer demands. Each Birkin bag is hand-sewn, buffed, painted and polished. It takes days to finish it beautifully by Hermes's craftsman.

The Birkin bag prices range approx. from MYR 60K up to MYR 500K depending to colour, hides material and hardware selection. It comes in range of sizes with variety of leathers. A Birkin is in 25, 30, 35, 40 centimeters. You can choose your bag hides in calf leather, ostrich, lizard or the expensive saltwater crocodile skin.

For those who don't know, Birkin bag that has Shooting Star stamp are Paris Made in France and Horse Shoe stamp represent a Birkin with tri-colours combination. In year of 2010, Hermes announced that waiting list are no longer exist. Now, every Birkin admirer or regular customer can purchase their Birkin bag little bit easier. Maybe in future I own it too in exotic skin, fingers crossed. I would like to see Birkin in White Fox Fur in size 25 for next Hermes Winter Collection.

What I love about Hermes that they really taking care their quality and exclusivity. The simplicity with classy touch on each of their designs really catches my attention. The codes on the strap lock are representing year the bag made and your own personal craftsman that create your bag. If it needs repair or maybe reconditioning; bring your bag to your nearest Hermes Boutique. The codes will help you to identify your craftsman. That little details makes Hermes very special from other brands. The heritage on their timeless designs proves that simplicity always win and Hermes will stay strong until to the next generation.

* Photos source from Curated Editions KL. For further information how to purchase, visit Curated Editions KL website www.curatededitions.com

 

Snow Illusion by Dior

Recently, I managed to watch Dior Homme Winter 2014 show through DiorTV. Although, I'm late at least I managed to update myself rather not knowing a thing what's latest in fashion world. It was an excellent collection and I love the polka dot elements on the bags, suits and shoes. It really give a pinch of reminder "get ready" Christmas is nearly approaching. Dior never failed to impress me with their simplicity yet modern style. I wish my body thin like a Dior's Model I will gladly to purchase or wear a complete suits from Dior. The only thing I really hope that Dior will able to create more accessories and bags selection. I'm sure the "hardcore" collector will love it.

 

As we knew, Dior bag famous with their iconic quilted Lady Dior bag for the ladies. I still remember in my age of 8 or 9, Christian Dior were one of my favourite brands and I admire the femininity in each of Dior's design especially Lady D wore it. Dior and Lady Diana equal beautiful combo. The beautiful midnight blue dress with black lace detailing and Lady D carry her favourite Dior bag at The MET Gala. Since then the bag become an iconic bag for Dior and remembrance about The Late Princess Diana.

 

In this particular blog, I pick Dior bag as my topic and share thoughts to you. After I watched the Dior Homme show there two bag that catch my attention. The Briefcase or Document Holder and The Clutch or Portfolio in black leather with polka dots. Quite funny I thought that Dior come out with printed polka dots on their bag collection. I do my homework to confirm that part and I found out the leather were embroidered white polka dots. From far, it looks like small dots of snow. Beautiful illusion. That small details really makes it unique.

 

The Briefcase suitable for those who love simplicity and something different. The bag beautiful in black calfskin leather with white embroidered polka dots. The structure of the bag practical for daily use or business trip. It come with inner zipped pocket and flag pocket for personal your things. It has two flat outer compartments and adjustable leather shoulder strap. Simply a great carrier for young and stylish executive or businessman. The Portfolio in the same material with an inside zipped pocket and inside compartment. It has own three pockets for your personal things and add it with card compartment. Simply an excellent carrier for blogger and fashionisto. I'm thinking to get this beautiful masterpiece from Dior for my Christmas look. For further information about the bags; Do visit Dior website at www.dior.com or your nearest Dior Boutique.