Alexandra avgitidis's Blog – June 2012 Archive (39)

Feline Blush's Wonderland Couture

Who is this Feline Blush?

"Her charm will take you away from your own truth her alluring energy may not alter reality

but surely will change your perspective of it.

She belongs neither in the past nor in the future

Her passion fuels her ability to create a world of…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 16, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Touch Concept Store:Yestadt Millinery

YESTADT Millnery is an exclusive line of handmade millinery based out of New York City. All of their hats are produced locally in downtown Manhattan, keeping in line with the tradition of the manufacturing process that originally made the city so great. In essence they are evolving the state of millinery today with the return of artisan craftsmanship.…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 16, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Vionnet Jewellery

When Madeleine Vionnet founded her Parisian label in 1912, few could have predicted the revolutionary impact it would have. Vionnet eschewed conventional corsetry in favour of fluid draping, thereby creating a ground-breaking feminine aesthetic. Revived in 2009 by creative director Rodolfo Paglialunga, formerly of Prada, the label's inimitable style is reinvigorated with…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 15, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Stella's Sephardic Table

Centuries of the captivating cultural heritage of Sephardic cooking have been portrayed in Stella Cohen’s magnificent new cookbook, Stella’s Sephardic Table. This exquisitely photographed and presented cookbook is likely to become the must-have cookbook for anyone interested in the rich tradition and customs of the Sephardic table.

Deeply inspired by her…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 15, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Spinnathon at The Mall

This sounds like fun for all the exercise fanatics!

A spinnathon with the Bar-One Manhunt contestants on Saturday 16 June 2012.

"Bar-One Manhunt is taking SA by storm, we challenge you to take part in…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 15, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Giorgio Armani Fall Winter Campaign 2012/13

The one and only Giorgio Armani Fall/Winter 2012 ad campaign features Simon Nessman & Aymeline Valade shot by Mert & Marcus, it shows their class, sensuality and vintage style as usual! …

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 14, 2012 at 6:00 — 1 Comment

Miu Miu's Crystallized Cameos

Miu Miu has created her cameos in a crystallized version for summer 2012. Even though hand engraving and investment casting techniques were used to create these outstanding jewels, these cameos are anything but old school. Adorned with crystals, brass and pearls, each silhouetted face comes in a jumbo size and are surrounded in eye popping hues (marigold, red, pink or even…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 14, 2012 at 6:00 — 1 Comment

Masha Reva- Merging

Masha Reva, artist and designer makes use of fashion as her medium. Her recent collection is homage to pattern on pattern, nature vs. nature.  She has gone into the realm of shoes as well, which in my books are quite amazing. They are handmade by local artisans, using cotton as the main medium. This designer is well on her way to greatness, and I would love to see her…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 12, 2012 at 6:00 — 2 Comments

Peplums: The Trend And How To Make It Flatter Your Figure

Tania Braukämper gives us her tips on the Peplum trend, which I think is feminine and sexy when worn and combined correctly.

1947 was the year that the craze of the…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 11, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Tree House “King of Frogs”

Created by Greman brand Baumraum, “King of Frogs” is no ordinary tree house. It doesn’t rely on living trees for its structural support. This 92 square foot contemporary tree house is elevated on stilts that overlook a pond and its almost 100 square foot terrace is located in a small private backyard in Munister, a city North Rhine-Westphalia,…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 11, 2012 at 6:00 — 1 Comment

Moki's Paintings on Wood

I find it fascinating how German artist Moki delivers a solid piece of art through the use of integrating paintings with textured grains of wood. She graduated from the Academy of fine arts in Hamburg taking away the skills of photography, animation, sculpture, comics and illustration. She also runs the independent art space…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 8, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Worst and Best Celebrity Gowns

The Spirit of Cannes

Every May, at the Cannes Film Festival the stars becomes more and more glamorous, the actors dress to the nines in the best that they can find. But they do not always look glamorous. I have picked the best and worst for you.

Best…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 7, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

TRENDT F/W 2012-13

TRENDT is a Brazilian clothing line that is all about exploring new possibilities for the t-shirt. Featuring fabrication in neoprene, fleece wool and moulages silk, this collection presents geometric forms as well as the deconstruction of tissues through laser cuts. The idea behind the brand is that each collection is a gradual evolution from the one before.…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 6, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

8 Styles of Shoes That Will Make a Statement Out of Summer

It is said that a girl can never have enough shoes and I absolutely agree. 

Each season styles change, heels evolve and become more and more neck breaking, Colour palettes have gone wilder and summer is perfect for bringing out these babies but these days’ shoes are not defined by the length of the heel or the type of shoe, but more about…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 6, 2012 at 6:00 — 1 Comment

Burberry Reveals Fall 2012 Ad Campaign

Gabriella Wilde and Roo Panes star in Burberry’s ad campaign for Fall 2012, with its rain soaked streets and fog-smudged backgrounds-it is a homage to Britain’s gloomy weather. Bailey stated that "We wanted to play with everything that's at the heart of the Burberry world – celebrating our brand and London through…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 5, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

The 10 Most Powerful Women In Fashion

CNN has just put out a list of the “10 Women Who Rule Your Wardrobe” as part of their ongoing “Leading Women” series.

Anna Wintour

She needs no introduction at all! Wintour’s power…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 4, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Caviar Manicure

A new trend that has surfaced on the horizon, and it's known as the caviar manicure. It was first spotted on the runways at the Cushnie et Ochs' fall '11 show, but now most are ready to commit to this idea, and it’s all thanks to Ciaté's new DIY kits, available at Sephora.

I think this trend is cute, fun and if applied…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 3, 2012 at 6:00 — 1 Comment

Loft Living

When I think of loft living I think of living in an open space with an industiral look in a vibey city. Many people think of Europe when they think of lofts, but the truth is they can be found in nearly any urbanized area. So what, exactly, is a loft? As far as most people are concerned, the exterior walls of lofts are constructed of either brick or…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 2, 2012 at 6:00 — No Comments

Rock Encrusted Eyebrows

The Chanel Autumn/Winter 2012 show was all about crystals: ensembles covered in amethyst, runways strewn with sparkling sand and a set made of enormous stalagmites................................…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on June 1, 2012 at 6:00 — 2 Comments


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