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Chanel Métiers d’Art Paris-London 2008 Collection

carrdora — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 05:28:08 -0600

The ad campaign for Chanel Paris-London Métiers d'Art collection features model Coco Rocha posing against a black background. Karl Lagerfeld is the photographer.

Valentino Couture Spring 2008

carrdora — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 04:52:02 -0600

Valentino Garavani said goodbye to fashion world with his last couture show. And what a farewell it was! The collection was an impressive array of over seventy outfits celebrating a long and successful career.

Alessandro Dell'Acqua Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 16:11:59 -0600

Alessandro Dell'Acqua spring 2008 ad campaign features lovely Magdelena Fracowiak and a beautiful hand-painted paravent. Photographer: Terry Tsiolis

Christian Lacroix Couture Spring 2008

carrdora — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:15:57 -0600

"An Angel Passing By", Christian Lacroix spring 2008 couture collection is a delightful mix of exuberant designs, all accessorized with ombre-tinted tights.

Blumarine Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:53:09 -0600

Blumarine's spring 2008 ad campaign features 'budoir' beauty Suvi Koponen with teased hair, sheer, candy-colored clothes and a dizzy expression. Oh..and distorted mirrors. Photographer: Craig McDean.

Anne Valérie Hash Couture Spring 2008

carrdora — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:55:44 -0600

A.V. Hash's couture spring 2008 collections is best described by sheer fabrics cleverly cut into viable clothes using layering and pleating techniques as well as strategically placed beading.

Jill Stuart Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:27:21 -0600

Candy colors, flimsy layers of organza and a red-headed siren in the middle of a colorful shipwreck prop replica describe the latest ad campaign for Jill Stuart. Model: Irina Kulikova.

The Lesson

carrdora — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 16:03:24 -0600

"The Lesson", a photo shoot featuring in this month's issue of Elle Romania, focuses on a post-modern Lolita look, inspired by one very well known absurd play. Photographer: Jesus Alonso.

Givenchy Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 14:22:22 -0600

Riccardo Tisci's pal, Mariacarla Boscono, and it-model of the moment, Lara Stone, feature in spring 2008 ad campaign for Givenchy's ready-to wear line. Photographers: Inez & Vinoodh.

Givenchy Couture Spring 2008

carrdora — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 03:28:33 -0600

Givenchy Spring 2008 Couture show, held on the 22nd of January, 2008, in Paris, pursues a new line. "Gothic Ballerina" is how Riccardo Tisci describes his latest couture collection for the notorious Parisian House.

Dolce&Gabbana Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 13:27:08 -0600

Dolce&Gabbana spring/summer 2008 ad campaign features an artist's loft and three taunting muses. Photographer: Steven Klein. Models: Gemma Ward, Jessica Stam, Lily Donaldson

Miroïke Spring/Summer 2008

carrdora — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:03:37 -0600

The Berlin label's unconventional aesthetics is partly inspired by Vivienne Westwood, and in part by the 1950s French New Wave cinema. Design philosophy: rebellious sophistication with highest craftsmanship techniques and premium natural materials.

Gucci Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:20:35 -0600

The latest ad campaign for Gucci features a smiling Natasha Poly and a cheeky landscape. Models: Natasha Poly and Mat Gordon. Photographer: Ines van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.

Atelier Versace Spring 2008

carrdora — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:36:55 -0600

Latest Atelier Versace collection showed some gorgeous long gowns, fit for the red carpet: draping, pleats, long mermaid-y tails in white, black and striking shades of red, copper, turquoise or midnight blue.

IKEA goes fashionable

carrdora — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 05:52:14 -0600

IKEA gets a stylish new look for its latest ad campaign. Advertising Agency: DDB Oslo, Norway. Art Director: Morten Foss. Copywriter: Espen Dysvik Hagen. Designer: Peter Løchstøer. Photographer: Massimo Leardini

Fashion's Frontal Assault

carrdora — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 10:29:50 -0600

The military look is still in trend and gets updated by mixing it with lingerie pieces, states this photo shoot featured in the February 2008 issue of Elle Romania. Lace, tulle, precious appliqué make a stylish team with "army" clothes. Model: Madalina Pavel. Photos by Jesus Alonso.

Mongrels In Common

carrdora — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:55:42 -0600

With this year nomination for the Karstadt New Generation Award presented during Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin (27-31 January, 2008), the young Berlin-based label ad another success on their already impressive bio.

Iceberg Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:05:10 -0600

Mischa Barton continues to be the face of Iceberg for the new Spring 2008 ad campaign, looking astonishing. Pretty teenage girl blossoms into a very attractive woman.

Accessories trends spring 2008

carrdora — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:41:15 -0600

This spring you will definite need a statement necklace. Five pointed stars, chunky crystals and gems, large link chains; just take your pick. And a belt, no matter the style: one inch thin, men's style or wide obi belts. Left: Fendi

Giorgio Armani Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:24:16 -0600

Agyness Deyn went brunette for Giorgio Armani spring 2008 Ad Campaign. The sepia toned pictures, evoking a modern "Roman Holiday", are taken by photographers Mert & Marcus.

Shoe trends for spring 2008

carrdora — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:15:56 -0600

Along with last seasons' highlights, patent, metallics, exotic leather, platforms, cone heels and ballerina flats, spring 2008 will bring some new goodies. Among which, the peep-toe bootie, set to be this season's must have.

Moschino Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:10:02 -0600

Spring 2008 Ad Campaign for Moschino shows how white-and-black photography looks avant-garde in such a colorful season. With the brilliant contribution of notorious photographer Patrick Demarchelier. Model: Alana Zimmer.

Thirty Pairs of Hands

carrdora — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 12:42:39 -0600

30 Paar Haende, the fashion label of the University of Applied Sciences FHTW Berlin, presented its Fall/Winter 2008 collection at Mercedes-Benz Berlin fashion week.

Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:07:25 -0600

Roberto Cavalli SS08 Ad Campaign is as sensual and effervescent as ever. But with a lot more class. Models: Daria Werbowy, Eva Herzigova and Kate Moss. Photographers: Ines van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.

February's sophisticated LBD

carrdora — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 17:02:02 -0600

Pleating, frills and ruffles, sheer layers of chiffon, tulle and lace, pearl, jeweled or beaded trim: this month's little black dress is glamorous, sophisticated, with couture worthy details.

Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:42:13 -0600

Actress Kirsten Dunst is the new Miu Miu girl. The label's spring 2008 ad campaign makes good use of her unique mix of angelic charm and "devilish" playfulness. Photographers: Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.

The Mad Hat

carrdora — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 07:29:57 -0600

The hat is once again in designers favor. Expect to see this spring crazy hat styles remembering the restless forties, the futuristic sixties as well as the empowering eighties.

Lanvin Spring Summer 2008 Ad Campaign

carrdora — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 15:35:56 -0600

It's a fairies world at Lanvin. The spring/summer 2008 ad campaign features model Olga Sherer as the queen of elves. Photographer: Steven Meisel

Jewelry Trend: Watch Necklaces

carrdora — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 18:19:33 -0600

Both practical and chic, watch necklaces are the latest scoop in fashion accessories. What a modish way to always keep track of time! Left: Marc by Marc Jacobs Watch Charm Necklace, $150.00, available at ELuxury.

Pirelli Calendar 2008

carrdora — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 11:07:10 -0600

"Pearls of the Orient" is the title given to the 35th edition of Pirelli Calendar, shot for the first time ever in Asia (Shanghai, China). Photographer: Patrick Demarchelier. Left: Coco Rocha - July 2008