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Project Future: SYFB 2012
Published on 2012-05-21 12:31:00
As I am pretty much stressed out due to work and university, I just gonna anounce what my next post will be about so you can already catch a glimpse of it. Today, the jury of "Project Future: SYFB 2012" announced their top 12 conncerning the contest "Start your own Fashion Business" in Berlin:Achtland, > read more
If there is no sun
Published on 2012-05-17 12:03:00
Today was one of those days to go and get some fresh air > read more
Win some Patriot Spinnakers worth $185
Published on 2012-05-14 11:47:00
Since my last > read more
Gold rush
Published on 2012-05-05 11:45:00
In addition to what I posted on Monday, I stumbled upon some stunning cuffs which I don't want to withhold from you. It's been years now that I bought my first statement jewelry - it was a studded armlet by Mango - but this purchase was the trigger for my weakness for outsized jewelry I guess. I mean, it's so easy to throw on a bold bangle giving any basic ensemble that effortless touch of edge in a jiffy. I regret to say that > read more
A braided blaze of colors
Published on 2012-05-01 12:39:00
In case you didn't notice, I have a major love affair with color-soaked arm parties since I posted that Missoni braided chain bracelet. I am totally obsessed with wrist candy which is why I want to you to have a share in my passion. But instead of focussing on prohibitive pieces of jewelry, I thought that's time for some disregarded adornments: friendship trinkets. I mean, they are ever so in vogue, so let's give childhood nostalgia > read more
Salute the summer with colored denims
Published on 2012-04-28 12:01:00
As today is the first sunny day for ages, it's about time to dig out my colored denims. I bought them at Zara a while back but they didn't come into the open yet. I like the idea of mixing them with a plain white tee, some bright silver accessories and some flatties. If you go for more daring looks, resort to complementary colors: Pair a lavender top with buttercup yellow jeans and a cotton candy pink blouse with your mint green jeans. The last option is to go monochromatic. Wear your denim with [..] > read more
Uber-Covetable Collection: Mango S/S '12
Published on 2012-04-17 12:47:00
It's been two years now that I quitted working for Mango so as to study political economics and journalism here in Cologne. Nevertheless, I still set my heart to the Spanish brand, their straightforward designs and their demure looks. Unsurprisingly, my wardrobe is bulging at the seams with Mango clothes as they have enduring beauty. The same holds true for the latest Mango collection, so get ready to embrace all-things white and fresh oozing femininity and a special understated elegance. The Ru [..] > read more
Vintage looks by Pepe Jeans London
Published on 2012-04-13 13:34:00
It's been a while that Pepe Jeans London released their new S/S 2012 collection. Nonetheless, theirlooks are more topical than ever - precisely because summer is just around the corner. And although > read more
The flavor of summer: Missoni S/S 2012
Published on 2012-04-08 05:59:00
Since the sun finds its way into the city, our sleeves are ready at last to get rolled up. So, > read more
Have you seen Pepe?
Published on 2012-04-03 12:33:00
The international denim brand Pepe Jeans London is set to unveil a new global ad campaign for Spring/Summer 2012. As customary, the label mixes basic styles with Londonish edgy streetwear. So, to give you a foretaste of what the summery collection is going to be like, I have dig out that preview above. If you want to sneak a peak at the entire looks, stay tuned as I gonna upload the S/S 2010 lookbook in a few days. Be curious. > read more
Planet Blue Coachella Lookbook
Published on 2012-03-30 04:05:00
In these days, the sun is treacherous: It displaces the clouds in the morning and it makes us squinting towards the sky. But then, a refreshing breeze brings us back down to earth signalising us that it's just the beginning of spring. Hence we wear > read more
Zara sets sail for spring
Published on 2012-03-23 08:10:00
Zara's April lookbook is definitely what I am striving after this summer. I totally back the clean designs and the fresh-faced collection. Featuring model Liu Wen, the line exudes sophistication and an undeniable peachiness. Nevertheless, I have to admit that I favor the stunning hues more than the digital print trends but that's due to my general aversion for patterns I think. All in all, the collection goes back to the concept of "less is more", a timeless motto which strikes the balance betwe [..] > read more
Get over it
Published on 2012-03-18 06:57:00
After more than two weeks of blogging abstinence, it's high time to recover lost time. I had lots to do in the past days, as for instance training in video shooting and editing at a German TV broadcaster and a journey to Brussels where we visited the European Commission. To alleviate all that stress, I rewarded myself with shopping. Fortunately, I got hold of some real highlights although my wardrobe is already bulging. But I created some space for this stunning Zara leather jacket and this slee [..] > read more
Free People's Picturesque Lookbook
Published on 2012-03-02 11:49:00
Apparently, my sympathy for Free People is an open secret. And as I haven't posted about them for ages, the new 2012's March lookbook comes to answer my call. This time, Free People went on a jouney to Vietnam where they enlisted Martha Hunt, Michele Ouellet and the photographers Joshua Allen and Thomas Northcut. And as anticipated, the shots turned out to be amazing: colourful flowing dresses, the picturesque locations of Halong Bay and Hanoi and this wonderful spring feeling which emanates fro [..] > read more
It's time for spring fever
Published on 2012-02-29 13:42:00
When spring announces itself and the first crocuses poke through the earth, I start to feel frisky. Days are getting longer now, the first rays of dawn caress my face and the birds' twittering make my day. And as winter disappears, I desire for blue sky, a flowery meadow and the first day when I can leave the house without zipping up my jacket. But the frosting on the cake is Current/Elliott's new S/S 2012 lookbook with its dreamy shots in front of those magnificent backdrops. Launched in 2008 b [..] > read more
Oscar's best dressed 2012
Published on 2012-02-27 04:14:00
Considering that Jennifer Lopez was not nominated at all, she wore one of the most stunning dresses of the evening. I mean, J.Lo always has a flair for the dramatic. Wearing her long-sleeve, silvery Zuhair Murad gown, she attracted a lot of attention on the red carpet and on stage - mostly because everybody speculated about her wardrobe malfunction. "What Not to Wear" host Stacy London shared her anxiety over the décolletage-baring dress, tweeting, "I'm worried J LO might have a peek-a-boo [..] > read more
Size doesn't matter. Right?
Published on 2012-02-26 08:44:00
Yesterday, I got hold of these awesome Zara wedges. At first, I was reluctant to buy them as I am six feet tall even without them. But after a moment's hesitation, I thought "Who cares?" - so I greedily grabbed them. Thus I am taller by a head than nearly everyone but that's what I am used to. And as I got them on the cheap, I really made a snatch. But besides that, I was hesitant to buy these candy floss coloured jeans. Although, they nearly begged me to buy them, I decided against doing so. Gu [..] > read more
McGinley’s Beautiful Rebels
Published on 2012-02-23 06:54:00
It's kinda magic how these African butterflies flutter about the tattooed torso of Bradley Soileau and the candy floss-colored hair of Charlotte Free: Set to the soulful gospel of “If I Had A Little Love” by the Majestic Arrows, this short movie instantly drags me into the scene. Admittedly, it doesn't reveal its purpose at first sight - but it's Ryan McGinley's interpretion of Edun's Spring/Summer 2012 campaign. Founded by U2's lead singer Bono and his wife Ali Hewson in 2005, the fashion h [..] > read more
Marni's budding designs for H&M
Published on 2012-02-18 11:09:00
It's been almost three weeks now that I announced H&M's collaboration with Marni. Back then, I posted this video by Sofia Coppola about what was going on behind the scenes while making the new H&M commercial. Now things get a little bit more concrete: The "Marni for H&M" images have finally been released - including womenswear, menswear and accessories. It was clear from the beginning that this will be one of H&M's most coveted high street collections ever: The designs ooze Consuelo Castiglioni' [..] > read more
Crystal Renn for Sports Illustrated
Published on 2012-02-15 11:04:00
Admittedly, I took to Crystal Renn straightaway. As a plus-size model she was an example of the industry’s changing attitudes towards beauty and she raised hope for so many overweight individuals. But last year, Renn came under criticism due to her massive weight loss. In return, the former plus-size model blasted back on an interview with Ford Models where she explained herself:"A lot of people wanted to point their finger at somebody. They wanted to find a conspiracy when there actually was [..] > read more
Happy Valentine's Day with V Magazine
Published on 2012-02-14 13:00:00
As today is Valentine's Day, the Parisian fashion stylist Simon Gensowski asked me to do a post on his latest collab with Justin Wu and V Magazine. And since he is a Cologne born guy, we just have to stick together, so, of course I support his doing. But nevertheless, the video turned out to be amazing. And although James' music and the poses are quite indecent, I do love its flippancy. Unsurprisingly, Wu did a great job yet again [rememeber his fashion week lip-dub clips??]. All in all, the du [..] > read more
Marni X H&M - Behind the scences
Published on 2012-02-03 14:36:00
Admittedly, I am less than thrilled when it comes to collabs between H&M and the prestigious fashion houses. But what I am quite excited about is the new design collaboration with Marni which will launch March 6 in selected stores. Bold & beautiful prints, to-die-for accessories and feminine cuts restore hope for a chic success. I mean after Versace, things can only get better, right?? > read more
A night full of frenzy and excess
Published on 2012-01-29 14:36:00
When August Castell-Castell enters the dance floor, he always keeps his camera handy. The Munich trainee is obsessed by partying which is why he regularly pulls an all-nighter. With his snapshots he captures the nightly delirious moments full of sweat and frenzy. And he preserves the fleeting night for eternity.Undaunted by his modest beginnings, the 32-year-old gained attention with his website lately. On http://www.augustcc.com/ he regularly publishes his snapshots - not only for friends, but [..] > read more
"Karlify" your wardrobe
Published on 2012-01-26 14:09:00
Finally, the waiting came to an end. And, as the saying goes, good things come to those wo wait. Yesterday, Karl Lagerfeld launched his new masstige line "KARL" at net-a-porter.com. As expected, Karl's trademark fingerless leather gloves (already sold out) are part of the accessible collection as well as his famous stiff shirt collars. They guarantee to instantly "Karlify" even the most demodé stylings. But beyond the tongue-in-cheek homages, you should really throw a glance at this wonderful 1 [..] > read more
Knitwear and duck tape by juliaandben
Published on 2012-01-25 12:03:00
Yep, I know I should better do some macroeconomics, bury myself in my studies and pore on statistics - but the hustle and bustle at Berlin Fashion Week last week still keeps me on my toes. The massive spectacle at Brandenburger Tor makes every fashionista's heart leaping for joy, doesn't it? And due to the fact that it has already come to an end, I wanna draw a final stroke by way of a very last review.I decided on JULIAANDBEN'S runway show so as to duly celebrate the end of Berlin's MBFW. Grant [..] > read more
MBFWB: Berlin's street styles
Published on 2012-01-22 14:48:00
As Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin has come to an end, I wanna top it off with some inspiring street styles. Unforunately, the bad wheater conditions thwarted my plans to present you nice shots, which is why the fabric wall had to pay for it. Nevertheless, the snapshots turned out to be amazing and I think they pretty much captured the last impressions in Berlin. Photos by Sarah Ungan > read more
MBFWB: Hien Le - The Laotian Genuis Kid
Published on 2012-01-21 14:40:00
At the moment, he is one of the most likeable and admired up-and-coming designers at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin: Yesterday, Hien Le presented his new collection for FW 2012/2013. The Lao designer exhibited a truly puristic combination of balmy colors like camel and off-white for women and blue shades for men. As always, Le persuaded the audience of his discreet cuts. Besides concentrating on clean cuts and the subtle application of details, he consequently maintains his claim to manufactu [..] > read more
MBFWB: Odeur's unisex fashion
Published on 2012-01-21 12:00:00
This photos are one of the last impressions of Berlin Fashion Week: The two models present Odeur's latest collection for FW 2012/2013. The label Odeur was founded in Stockholm in 2006 by Petter Höllström and Gorjan Lauseger and it has rapidly spread to 17 countries with its range of jeans, outerwear, accessoires and fashion clothing. This time, Odeur focusses on unisex cuts with muted colors in grey, wine red and black & draperies which break the straight cuts. To me, it would fit easily among [..] > read more
MBFWB: Kaviar Gauche's vicious virgins
Published on 2012-01-20 13:12:00
It was a harmonious blend of avant-garde and wearability: Yesternoon, Kaviar Gauche's models tottered over the catwalk in visions of white, chiffon and lace. And as I saw the first looks, I instantly locked them in my heart. True to the motto "Vicious Virgins", Alexandra Fischer-Roehler and Johanna Kühl staged a wonderful show with variations of light and shade and mystical seeming models. As yet, Kaviar Gauche is my personal favorite at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Berlin. If Kaviar Gauche have [..] > read more