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  • Harrods £230,000 Swarovski Gown Display Unveiled

    06. November 2011

    Ralf & Russo tailors a Swarovski studded gown for Harrods Crystal Christmas display (Photo: luxurylaunches.com)

    Designed by Ralph & Russo, the £230,000 ($368,000) Swarovski gown will be featured as the centerpiece at the Harrods’ Crystal Christmas event. The dress is inspired by the twenties decadence and is embellished with over 150,000 Swarovski crystals.

    “We are really excited to be part of ‘A Crystal Christmas’ at Harrods. When I was asked to create my own ultimate Swarovski gown, I was instantly inspired by the Twenties. I wanted to create a show-stopping and intricate piece that oozed with glamour,” said Tamara Ralph; Ralph & Russo’s creative director.

    It took the joined effort of more than 25 people and hundreds of man hours to complete the Swarovski studded gown. The dress does reflect the hard work put into it, and it is truly a one-of-a-kind dress. Ralph said, “this is the first time we have ever used so many crystals on a single gown – a total of 152,000 to be precise! The gown took hundreds of hours to create and more than 25 couturiers to hand make, but we are extremely pleased with the finished gown and it really sets off the window nicely.” The gown was unveiled on the 5th of November 2011.

    The Harrods Swarovski studded gown took more than 25 people to complete the gown and hundreds of man hour (Photo: luxurylaunches.com)

    Ralph & Russo are known for their couture gowns, designed for the red carpet. Beyonce, Eva Longoria and Angelina Jolie are some of the celebrities who have walked down the red carpet wearing Ralph & Russo gowns.

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    The Sexiest Shoe Award Goes To Valentino

    05. November 2011

    Valentino shoe wins the 2011 Sexiest Shoe award. (Photo: delialicious.files.wordpress.com)

    Owning some of the stunning high-end shoes produced by renowned shoe designers tops the list of most fashion enthusiasts. The Valentino shoes are stunning and desirable high-end footwear, which recently worn the Sexiest Shoe Award.

    35,000 people voted in the Valentino shoe as the sexiest shoe, in an online poll. The shoe has minimal embellishments compared to the others that it was put up against, but it is the femininity of the shoe that saw it win the award.

    The peep-toe shoe which comes with lace trimmings on the side beat a Jimmy Choo shoe and Prada boots, coming in second and third respectively. The Valentino shoe retails at $695.

    The Valentino shoe beat a Jimmy Choo shoe and Prada boots for the sexiest shoe award. (Photo: blog.muchmusic.com)

    There were 25 finalists, which were all features in the 2011 edition of the Sexy Shoes magazine. The magazines were distributed at Saks Fifth Avenue.

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    Louis Vuitton Resort 2012 Shoes

    05. November 2011

    Get yourself prepared to add new stuffs on your wardrobe with modern flair of Louis Vuitton Collection. Re-consider your accessorizing rituals and embrace some of the catwalk-chic inspired trends, you can also nail down without any difficulties.

    Louis Vuitton fashion house is your best friend when the time for updating your old wardrobe season is coming. Switch things up a bit and opt or versatile looks that play with visual effect of bright and bold hues and intriguing shapes.

    Louis Vuitton Resort 2012 Shoes

    Louis Vuitton Resort 2012 Shoes.

    Feast your eyes on the Louis Vuitton Resort 2012 collection and explore the sight-pampering experience these style creations offer. The complete repertoire aims to fulfill the need of the fashion pack for a diverse and high street accessory parade. Rubber boots, stylish flats and gorgeous wedges make up the chore of this dazzling fashion fantasy.

    Louis Vuitton Resort 2012 Shoes

    Intricate detailing and artsy fabric use are only some of the secret weapons the LV brand uses to win the heart of fashionistas and style critics. We simply love the studs and chic bows that decorate the voguish footwear designs. Evoke your adventurer side and build up outfits that work with these unique and daring shoes. Depending on your walking skills and the event you're preparing for, select a shoe design that adds extra glamor to your apparel.

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    Campari Unveils Their 2012 Calendar

    04. November 2011

    The 2012 Campari calendar is exquisitely photographed by Dimitri Daniloff. (Photo: i.telegraph.co.uk)

    The Campari calendar holds a loyal fan base, because of the innovative presentation of the celebrities who grace the calendars each year. For 2012 the Campari calendar will present Milla Jokovich, Jessica Alba, Benico Del Toro, and Eva Mendes amongst others.

    The 2012 Campari Calendar is inspired by the concept of “raw power and fury of nature which leaves mankind powerless despite all its advancements.”

    The magazine will present the famous figures wearing some of the most luxurious jewelry found in the market and equally stunning dresses, designed by renowned designers. Yann Weber and Stephane Roland are the designers who dressed the famous figures for the calendar shoot.

    Milla Jokovich in a stunning Yann Weber dress depicting a tsunami in the 2012 Campari calendar. (Photo: media.photobucket.com)

    The calendar also features Rene Caovilla’s rhinestone sandals, Vhernier ornaments, Messika ornaments, Walter Steiger’s shoes, PAco Rabanne’s rhinestone necklace and a Swarovski bracelet.

    The celebrities/models bring out the best of the weather elements that they are portraying, with each model posing with a full glass or Campari bottle in the vicinity. Dimitri Daniloff provided the wonderful photographs for the Campari calendar.

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    Wives, Girlfriends Of Soldiers Unite To Do Charity Calendars For Injured Servicemen

    31. October 2011

    This sexy woman is doing this photo-shoot for a charity calendar that will help injured soldiers in United Kingdom. (Photo: dailymail.co.uk)

    In an effort to raised money for injured soldiers, a group of wives and girlfriends of soldiers in the United Kingdom has bonded together to act as pin-up girls for a charity calendar.

    The wives and girlfriends of soldiers in UK about 15 of them decided to to shed some of their clothes for the 1950s-style pin-up girls charity calendar. The daring calendar was shot with the aid of the Help For Heroes recovery center for injured service personnel at Tedworth House in Wiltshire.

    This lady is posing to the camera happily for a charity calendar that will benefit injured soldiers in the United Kingdom. (Photo: dailymail.co.uk)

    Lucy Jerwood, 31, whose husband Sergeant Philip Jerwood, 34, survived two bomb attacks in Iraq, was so with the safe return of her husband that she decided to participate in the charity calendars. The girls hoped many people will buy the calendar so that it can help a number of injured soldiers. Help for Heroes was founded by Bryn and Emma Parry in October 2007 out of a desire to help the wounded Servicemen and women returning from Afghanistan and Iraq.

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    Kim Kardashian Looks Sexy With Her Green Halloween Dress

    30. October 2011

    Kim Kardashian wearing a green Poison Ivy like dress at the Midori Green Halloween costume party. (Photo: theurbandaily.com)

    The Midori Green Halloween costume party was celebrated yesterday night at LAVO in New York with a star stunned celebration. The main attraction of the celebration is that all stars dressed up like we have never seen them before. The 31-year-old sexy reality star, Kim Kardashian, dressed up herself with an all-green dress and she was looked like the poisonous Batman Villain ‘Poison Ivy’.

    There is no doubt that Karadashian usually chooses sexy dresses and she also likes Halloween very much. For yesterday’s party, she wore a low-cut green dress decorated with leaves. She selected supper-high heels as shoes. Her hair was looked like ‘fire-red wig’.

    In her blog she wrote, “Tonight I’m dressed as Poison Ivy for Midori’s Halloween Party at Tao! What do you think? I love the red hair!! I’ve never tried a look like this before! Thanks to Rob and Joyce for working their magic!”

    “The party is obviously with Midori. So I wanted to wear something green and I thought, what really is there to wear green? There’s Tinkerbell or a mermaid — and I wanted to be Poison Ivy. I like the red hair idea,” said the stunning star to US Weekly.

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    Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2011-2012 Shoes

    30. October 2011

    Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2011-2012 shoes have become the most-sought-after accessories of the moment. Make a statement of your style with sophisticated and feminine shoe designs by Brian Atwood.

    Break the monotory of your style and start re-organizing your wardrobe with the latest accessories and gorgeous outfit elements.Put your fave wardrobe staples and look for footwear designs which can make everyone feels envy to have them too. You will really amazed if you know the way of how Brian Atwood managed the things to grab any woman’s attention with versatile accessories collection.

    Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2011-2012 shoes collection

    Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2011-2012 shoes collection.

    Leave your plain tones of accessories and make a move to the creative ideas from Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2011-2012 shoes collection. Brian Atwood is the wizard of footwear design. He knows how to sweep fashionistas off their feet with a versatile and colorful collection. The hottest pumps, ankle booties and peep-toe heels are decorated with the oh-so-popular animal prints and glittery glam studs. Choose the perfect combination of shades, shapes and fabrics to turn heads with your scene-stealing outfit. The fabulous fashion house works with leather, fur, suede, sating and also calfskin to envision footwear models that resist the harsh weather conditions and offer a comfy experience to the wearer.

    Brian Atwood Fall/Winter 2011-2012 shoes collection

    The signature heel decorations are also impressive and prove to be the best design option that turns these shoes into fashion creations with a cool edgy flair. Explore the diverse and voguish color palette that includes all the must have neutrals along with heart-warming brights. From chunky to metallic heels, you’ll find every design that offers you the opportunity to maintain the fashionable aura of your look. Remember the name of Brian Atwood to discover the amazing visual impact of statement accessories on your new season wardrobe.

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    The $1Million Human Slinky Halloween Costume

    30. October 2011

    The Human Slinky Halloween costume is priced at $1 million. (Photo: citypages.com)

    Halloween costumes are known to be scary, quirky and flamboyant. However there are a few people who go for laid-back or adorable Halloween costumes. The Human Slinky costume could be the most expensive adorable Halloween costume to be sold in recent times.

    The Human Slinky costume has appeared in America's Got Talent and the David Letterman shows. (Photo: blu.stb.s-msn.com)

    The costume is priced at $1,000,000 and is on sale on eBay; with the ‘Buy-It-Now’ tag attached to it, the previous owner of the costume is not willing to negotiate over the price. The person who buys the costume will be contributing to a good cause, because 10% of the proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.

    The costume already holds a celebrity status, having appeared on the David Letterman show and in America’s Got Talent. The new owner of the costume will have a 5 year permission to use the costume for world wide performances.

    The costume is currently in Florida, and the rainbow colored Slinky is said to fit adults of all sized. However, the new owner will be left to their own devises when it comes to mastering the tricks as showed off by the seller.

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    The Mullet Dress

    30. October 2011

    Mullet Dress

    The mullet dress is dominating the fashion scene this fall/winter 2011. (Photos:Asian Fashion)


    The mullet dress is dominating the fashion scene this fall/winter 2011.  Celebrities were spotted wearing the popular but hard to pull off dress.  From red carpet looks to cocktail parties celebrities dared to wear the mullet dress.  If you don’t know what a mullet dress is try to imagine the mullet haircut.  This dress has a shorter hemline at the front or side and features longer hemline at the back.

    Mullet dresses are glamorous and chic.  Some consider this dress a fashion suicide because of its unusual hemline.  This dress is really hard to pull off.  Some may look good wearing the mullet dress while others fail.

    Mullet Dress

    The mullet dress is dominating the fashion scene this fall/winter 2011. (Photos:Asian Fashion)


    How to Wear the Mullet Dress:

    Find out the right hemline for you.  Make sure the hemline complements your body type and height.  If you have long and slender legs go for the mini mullet dress.  Some mullet dresses have longer hemline which only shows your footwear.

    Choose the perfect length of the back hemline.  The train should complement the length of the front hemline.  For a formal event you can go for long train.

    Mullet Dress

    The mullet dress is dominating the fashion scene this fall/winter 2011. (Photos:Asian Fashion)

    Choose a design that flatters your body type.  You can go for the sculpted dress to enhance your curves.  Flowy and frilled designs are also perfect for those who want to look feminine.

    Pair your mullet dress with heels.  Stay away from flat shoes and leave it at home.  Dress shoes, pumps, strappy sandals, platform wedges these are just few of your shoe options.  If you can walk with sky high heels wear it.  Mullet dress looks great when paired with heels and nothing else.

    Take a peek on some mullet dresses for Fall/Winter 2011-2012 from these fashion designers: Marchesa, Mary Katrantzou, Michael Kors, Bebe and Emilio Pucci.

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    Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection

    28. October 2011

    Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection

    Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection.

    Jimmy Choo has launched its latest ICONS capsule collection. Jimmy has created the new modern style of significant old classics. Marlene, Greta, Rita, Brigitte, Anita or Ava will absolutely mesmerize you with their femininity and whimsical flair.

    The new line celebrates the brand’s 15-year anniversary as well as the release of JIMMY CHOO XV, a captivating coffee table book that a  Echronicles the company’s most significant shoes through fascinating imagery shot by Mario Testino and Terry Richardson. Moreover, the book includes paparazzi shots, sketches and behind the scenes images. One hundred percent of the sales from this deluxe snakeskin book will be donated to the Jimmy Choo Foundation, a non-profit charitable trust that helps women lead healthier and safer lives.

    Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection

    Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection.

    “I feel extremely lucky to have been born into a world where I had access to good healthcare, and was free from the threat of persecution. I want to help women to feel safe and healthy, so they can feel strong and confident,” Jimmy Choo founder and Chief Creative Officer Tamara Mellon said.

    Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection

    Featured with modern interpretations of the brand’s exquisite classics, Jimmy Choo ICONS Capsule Collection inspires women with new featured style of women’s shoes.

    “I wanted to create a modern capsule collection inspired by memorable styles from our history that represented milestone moments for the brand and embody the DNA of our house style,” Tamara Mellon said.

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    Buy a $300,000 T-Shirt For a Good Cause

    27. October 2011

    The The UNICEF $300,000 Cargo Flight Shirt Good-Shirt designed by Justin and Christine Gignac. (Photo: ecouterre.com)

    Branding firm BBH New York, T-shirt manufacturer Threadless and the U.S Fund for UNICEF have teamed up to come with a collection of T-shirts dubbed the “Good Shirts.” The T-shirts are meant to help raise funds in aid of drought and famine stricken African countries including Djibouti, Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia.

    The Good Shirts are designed by Justin and Christine Gignac, and they come with a unique pricing structure. The pricing structure is designed to match the aid item that the shirt depicts. For instance, a shirt designed to raise enough funds to buy 3 insecticide-treated mosquito nets costs $18.57, while the cargo flight shirts cost $300,000 per shirt.

    The Good Shirts have an interesting pricing structure with each shirt reflecting the aid item the funds will go towards. (Photo: psfk.com)

    The unique thing about the Good Shirts is that all the proceeds raised from the sell of the shirts will go into UNICEF’s relief work in the horn of Africa. There are different types of shirts in the Good Shirt collection, designed to raise funds towards different aid efforts. For $24.50 you can buy a shirt that will go towards providing enough vaccines, to vaccinate 81 children against measles.

    Buy the Good Shirts designed to raise funds towards the relief of drought stricken African countries. (Photo: media.hideyourarms.com)

    The $300,000 shirt might be way exorbitant for most people, but to aid a good cause it is definitely worth it. The other shirts in the collection are relatively affordable, and everyone should grab one of these shirts to help raise funds towards the relief aid.

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