All the hyped of Giambattista Valli teaming up with H&M is almost at fever pitch with their new collaboration dropping in stores in early November. The diverse range of Valli is apparent in this season’s couture collection… well-designed tulle ballgowns cut in a variety of gorgeous ways. Maybe Valli should …
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If Holly Hobbie had a secret double life as a witch, she may wear Ryan Lo’s latest collection. It was a pretty collection of whites and pastels in girly babydoll dresses in soft fabrics. The tailoring is on-mark with perfect, dainty sleeves and delicate ruffles that hit the perfect height. …
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Marc Jacobs gave us looks reminiscent of a 1980’s snooty saleswoman from the film, “Pretty Woman”. And if you’re too young to remember that film, just picture an insufferable Lady Gaga judging a prostitute hoowah relentlessly. Anywho (wa), these looks all spoke to me! It was pink! It was poufy! …
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Any collection with ruffles and lace is A-ok in my book. I mean, who doesn’t want to look like a hooker clown?? But seriously, I actually like this collection because Rodarte always seems to balance edgey fashion with femininity without looking too doll-like and costumey…. Hurray for Rodarte! photos: Vogue
Read More »I just discovered a brand called YEASHIN that designs fun girly, Bollywood, woodland outfits. A BIG YAY for me because I love that look, especially the girly, woodland part. Faux bois fabrics paired with ruffles and satin- yes, pleeeeeeaase! London based Yeashin is designed by a South Korean with a …
Read More »Designer Vika Gazinskaya‘s Spring 2013 was based on clouds, rain and idyllic country scenes. I love the extra Dynasty ruffles on the shoulders and arms. It’s kinda like one of those frilled dragon animals. They puff up their collar ruffles when sh*t gets real. I guess sort of like Alexis and Linda …
Read More »Here are my favorite looks from the latest Chanel Resort Collection. I always wondered what the purpose of a ‘resort’ collection is, I mean, it’s in between Spring and Fall so why not just call it the ‘Summer’ collection? Discuss. Anywho, the show took place at Versailles , which is …
Read More »It was the usual gaudy Dolce & Gabbana show, except this time they laid on the gaudiness real thick. There were lots of gilded, gold embroidery upon black for a most dramatic impact. Seriously, it was like Liberace going to a Transylvanian funeral. In other words, I liked it. Anywho, …
Read More »Check out these Victorian-style necklaces from Mama’s Little Babies. My fave is, of course, the fishing kitty and kitty trio and the ‘pussy white’- awww, heck, I love them ALL! I have to say the reason why I love the Victorian era is the profuse use of BOWS! Seriously, even straight …
Read More »The Central Saint Martins BA Graduate Fashion Show always has a few gems emerging that Teacups & Couture can count on for entertainment! And Israeli designer, Ziv Gil Kazenstein, is one of those twinkly gems! Check out his silk prints accented with ruffles and ruffles of Bobby Trendy’s scraps after decorating my …
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