Archive for January, 2007
Try troxler’s toxic
By admin | January 31, 2007
Nearly forty years ago, Niklaus Troxler, a graphic designer and jazz fanatic invited a jazz group to play in Willisau, the small Swiss farming town which he considers as his hometown. Presently, Troxler enjoys the reputation of a designer to watch in Willisau. Today, his work is exhibited, published, and collected all over the world. Jazz Festival Willisau, which has hosted Keith Jarrett, Lester Bowie, Dewey Redman, McCoy Tyner, and Kronos Quartet, among many others, is about to celebrate its 37th year. Designed by Niklaus Troxler, the posters displays the passion of a single man who serves at once as designer and client.
Many young designers dream of a space and time when they can set their own agenda and create without boundaries. Troxler proves that it can be done. So you call can step into Lincoln Center on March 10 and pinch yourself to feel the reality. Lincoln Center will host an exhibition and presentation by Troxler himself, followed by a concert featuring pianist Cecil Taylor, saxophonist John Zorn, and trumpeter Dave Douglas.
Beyond sexy dresses resides sophisticated and cool dresses
By admin | January 31, 2007
Young French label Manoush has a diverse vintage style that is both sophisticated and cool. The brand’s name comes from the French word for gypsy, so it follows that these gorgeous pieces have a quirky and bohemian edge. Inspired by the eternally youthful spirit of Jane Birkin and the bohemian style of Vanessa Paradis, Manoush has come out with her pretty printed dresses, ruffle-front blouses and irresistibly cute cropped jackets.
Yoox cover can color your life
By admin | January 31, 2007
The 2006 Yoox cover is worth noticing as the different shades displayed for each month depicts the changing moods of an individual. It could be a clear answer to the early morning question asked in front of mirror viz. what shall I carry today? Water or fire? Since men and women enjoy the luxury of choice and this luxury can be fully enjoyed if yoox provides them with the color of the month and style that will be ruling beforehand so that their tensions are sidelined. The picture above belongs to yoox February 2006.
Design: Alberto Biagetti, Alessandro Guerriero, Mirko Ginepro,
Photo: Mirko Ginepro
Special effects: Mirko Ginepro & Davide Calvani
Model: Niki e Bea
Nothing better than the combo of Designers and Celebrities
By admin | January 31, 2007
For all those celebs who are thinking to attend Oscars next month, should log on to www.yoox.com. To your unawareness, the site is auctioning a collection of vintage gowns dating from the 1950s to the 1970s by the Milanese dressmaker Tizzoni. The auction includes silk dresses in eye-catching pale blues and pearl greys, tightly beaded and perfect outfit for petite guests at the Academy Awards.
For your window shopping, have a look at some dresses.
Graham & Spencer Cowl Neck Silk Jersey Dress
By admin | January 31, 2007
This dress itself talks a lot than one need not say anything. But even with tightlipped, I cant stop saying this is a really sexy one that makes you feel complete when you try it in any fun-going occasion. Draped cowl neck in front with only 1 ½ wide straps, side seams falling inwards at the hips helps in making its sex appeal go two-fold.
Graham & Spencer Cowl Neck Silk Jersey Dress is available in black, navy or a beautiful deep red and is 100 % silk jersey.
For the first time live fashion show on Internet
By admin | January 31, 2007
On last Wednesday Giorgio Armani gave a new definition to Paris couture by expanding its limited parameters, thereby displaying his elite and exclusive collection in Paris and broadcasting it live on web. Now the haute couture will not be restricted to the wealthy clientele only.
“Now through the democracy of the Internet, we can provide a front-row seat for everyone,” said 72-year-old Italian.
It can be seen as another feather in the chain of latest publicity coup for Armani. This includes the fashion show and concert held in September that drew the attention of stars like Bono, Leonardo DiCaprio and Beyonce Knowles. In sharp contrast to it, Armani’s latest broadcasted show though earned less than 500 people worldwide, images are worth generating sales.
7 IN 2007-TALENT AT PEACE
By admin | January 9, 2007
7 in 2007! Sounds Great…infact feels great. Boston Herald has talked beautifully about the design trends of 2007. This gave a platform to the seven talented masters from their niche industry viz.Alison Kelly, Designer; Erika Forster, Musician; Stephanie Deleau, Retailer; Samantha Moeller, Mag Maven; Chris Uphues, Artist; Marilyn Patrizio, Illustrator and Grace Bonney, Blogstar.
Below are direct links to everyone’s interviews
After Hand Bag it’s Hip-Bag
By admin | January 9, 2007
Now you don’t have to feel handicap for carrying all your belongings while shopping or attending trade fairs or being a part of dance parties. Don’t be on your nerves because what I am saying is very much possible. After Freedom of Speech, freimaid offers you Freedom of Movement.
The revolutionary hip-bag crafted in the finest leather combines innovative style and function. The bag is available in 5 colours viz. black, brown, red, silver, bronze and canna. Exceptionally designed for customers in German leather studio, the linings, seams and stitching are carefully finished and coordinated with the color of the leather.
The designer team Anja Grünewald and Christine Wilhelmi are the creators of the freimaid. Their idea behind the existence of the bag today is “Necessity was the mother of invention.”
Designer: Anja Grünewald
Made in: Germany
HATS and not CAPS
By admin | January 9, 2007
With the winter season on, it was expected that color red and black would again occupy Gen X mind. Claudia Schulz has set his bow towards the designer Hats. Mind you HATS and not CAPS. And he has gone beyond dark shades to lighter tones viz. light green and dirty light yellow.
These hats may be recognized as funky by many but I think they reflect one’s attitude. Designer: Claudia Schulz
Made in: Canada
Canopy in your bed room!!!
By admin | January 7, 2007
The next time when you think of buying a bed, respect the furniture store for more reasons. These days’ furniture ingredients are not restricted to mere wood or labour, but also the designed approach that is being followed is commendable.
And it becomes an obligation to buy a home product if Feng Shui factor is attached to it. Yes, this is what the designers today are engrossed in. Just imagine a bed being designed keeping in mind the Feng Shui impact. Mauro Bertame, a famous Italian designer has added life your imagination through its Mantra canopy bed.
This Asian inspired bed is a matchless blend of chic tradition and contemporary design. The base of the bed is very low (Feng Shui recommendation); and the canopy has soft round contours providing a warm embrace. It is covered in a special textile which mitigates the damaging effects of electromagnetic fields. The bed is available in wenge and teak to fit a 160 x 200cm mattress or in wenge to fit a 200 x 200cm mattress. Mattress not included.
If you are looking for wood platform beds, then without ay hiccups you can take home this masterpiece and enjoy the deep slumber in its beauty.