We all know Caroline Flack as prime time TV presenter of The Xtra Factor, who is used to being surrounded by rising stars. Only now we catch a glimpse of the host star in her own light - in a unique 'Illuminate' themed fashion shoot. Caroline shows her sultry side, looking radiant as she models in sparkling embellishments, such as a crystal headpiece, bejewelled mask, and (as seen above) wearing nothing more than a crown. As her stylist, I could really let loose creatively in selecting outfits for Caroline. From a Markus Lupfer jewel encrusted t-shirt dress to Chalayan glitter harem pants ...
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Celebrating the new wave of Italian creativity, The House of Peroni invited guests to a final event to mark the end of a month-long celebration of fashion, music, art, design, food and drink; commemorating the 50th birthday of lager brand Peroni Nastro Azzuro. Held at the grand grade II listed terrace, 41 Portland Place, the evening showcased the best of July's residence and provided an exclusive preview ahead of The House re-opening in November. Highlights included the first room which was a psychedelic space decorated with neon shreds of patterned paper, by artist Ludovica Giosca. The in...
Read more →Striking and conceptual, designer Ivana Pilja presents her AW13 collection, making her debut to London audiences, hailing originally from Belgrade, Serbia. SEMI SONG is the designer's second collection, inspired by the Japanese cicada, locally named Semi. Intriguing and intense, these captivating creatures are a direct representation of Ivana Pilja's collection as she experiments in embracing new forms of costume. The diverse range of colours and prints bear a strong connection to the uniqueness of the Semi cicada, the diversity of life, and evolution. Accolades for the collection include ...
Read more →One of the perks of being a fashion stylist is being invited to some memorable parties, and Sunday evening's Summer Soiree at Sanderson was no exception! Having been friends for many years, top fashion figures, Francesca Burns, Victoria Young and Julia Sarr-Jamois held a summer soiree last night for all their fashion focused friends at Sanderson hotel London. Francesca Burns is Fashion Editor of British Vogue, whilst Victoria Young is the former Fashion Editor of POP and Fashion Director of LOVE magazine. Julia Sarr-Jamois began her styling career at i-D magazine assisting Francesca Burns. ...
Read more →Marking Mercedes-Benz first fashion collaboration, the brand teamed up with luxury menswear fashion house - Spencer Hart, to create the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake, recently 'wow-ing' the fashion set at London Collections: Men. The two brands, whose shared creative ethos draws from understated elegance, style and glamour, have partnered to bring together design philosophies from the worlds of fashion and automotive engineering. Unveiled as the finale to the Spencer Hart London Collections: Men show, the CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake by Spencer Hart has been styled by Nick Hart, the brand's Cre...
Read more →Climbing to the top of staggeringly high buildings without any form of safety device, roofing shows off the city from an impressive perspective. This new trend was born as a form of escapism among young Russians on their quest for fifteen seconds of Internet fame. The photographers Vadim Mahorov and Vitaliy Yakhnenko are central to the new ‘Challenge the Obvious’ documentary for the HUB Footwear’s spring campaign, Roofer’s Point of View. The documentary follows the two photographers on their journey to terrifying heights, to record the city from a new angle that ordinarily remains la...
Read more →Having missed the last Asparagasm event, I was looking forward to 'The Rites of May', with much anticipation - and it did not disappoint! One thing you'll notice is the 5-star service when you walk through its doors, being attended to by friendly staff at every turn, at venue Studio Gi, Hackney. The contrast of this East London studio space with elegant fine-dining table settings, where we enjoyed our meals by candlelight - made it warm and inviting. Guests were treated to a welcome cocktail - for this occasion, a 'Maiden's Blush', containing fresh raspberries, lemon juice, Absinthe and Gi...
Read more →One of my favourite Autumn/Winter '13 collections viewed at the recent press days - Barbara Boner presents eye-catching handbags perfect for evening or festival chic! Inspired by the iridescent, enigmatic world of stones and crystals; this season sees the Barbara Boner woman re-imagined as a precious stone: beautiful, strong and complex. Barbara says, "I particularly love Pyrite - the collection's namesake gemstone - for its gold and silver tones. Its texture is remarkably multifaceted - much like the woman I imagine wears my bags". Fool'$ Gold has a rich colour palate of inky caviar...
Read more →Dizzying patterns, bold colours, metallics that dazzle the eye - this season will be like stepping into a chic carnival ride! One of my favourite Spring/Summer '13 shows was Burberry Prorsum, and their parade of metallics down the catwalk! So for the March/April '13 edition of Essential Homme Magazine, I couldn't resist featuring this standout collection in my editorial. This shoot was one of my most fun - photographed in the surreal location which is Callooh Callay Shoreditch. Our model walked through its secret wardrobe doors and into a colourful fantasy... we hope you enjoy this visual...
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