The Dior Gardens: one of the most spell-binding rooms of the Dior exhibition. Dedicated to the designer’s love for all things floral Yves Saint Laurent was Dior’s former assistant and took over when Dior died at the age of 52 in 1957..he was only 21 then-seemed light and unprepared for ...
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Stripes: vertically they add height to any silhouette and diagonally can be powerful and expressive..to ensure that they don’t overwhelm you opt for neutral  colours and bring a new depth of perspective to your outfits Ruffles : it’s all about playful dresses with a touch of 60’s made of thick material..a ...
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Here we are again to the strongest comeback of the season and remember those type of trousers that make your legs look longer and leaner.. Similar to leggings  this is the  type of pants that tapers at the ankle except that the material extends to a band that is worn ...
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  Why is image so important..because in every walk of life we are judged by our appearance.When you feel good, you are more confident, you stand straighter, you smile more and you speak with more conviction. The colour that you are  wearing makes the initial impact so by understanding how colour ...
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Muguet - Haute Couture, Spring- Summer 1957 - Organdy dress embroidered by Barbier Haute Couture ,  Spring- Summer 2017 by Maria Grazia Chiuri Haute Couture 1951- Tulle & organza evening gown designed for Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret  The first Spring- Summer collection is presented on February 12. Carmel Snow, editor in ...
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While browsing through numerous pictures of fashion bloggers and editors is something that gives you tremendous happiness and satisfaction, finding the look that will work for you instead of wanting to dress exactly like someone else will always be the right option. There are a few simple steps that can ...
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Evening dress and cape-silk gazar 1961 Bold colours, abstract architectural shapes & the clever manipulation of fabrics are typical of Balenciaga  Evening dress -1950, embroidered silk-satin, rhinestones, pearls & beads    Top & trousers silk 1966-8  Cotton poplin, linen and leather/Spring-Summer 2017  from Delpozo Reproduced dress of 1957 from Hussein Chalayan -laser cut tulle designed ...
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  Inspired by the themes and colors of the fashion world, the Berkeley legendary designer afternoon tea, is a delightful experience. The name of the tea is a clever play on the phrase pret-a-porter which refers to ready to wear clothing within the fashion industry. A creative twist to the traditional ...
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Diana, Princess of Wales - a style inspiration Beautiful ceiling artwork at the entrance of the exhibition Rule:Block colour - Evening dress, silk crepe Catherine Walker, 1992 worn by Princess Diana Rule:Block colour - Cocktail dress and jacket, silk chiffon Christian Dior,1952 worn by Princess Margaret Attention to Detail- As the twentieth century progressed, developments in news ...
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  Cocktail hours call for a stunningly glittery and boldly sequined attire, and you need a head-turning piece that ravishes your figure with an edgily sparkly fit. Sequins and glitter have created quite the glamour frenzy at the trend radar this season, and we spotted an abundance of sparkly jackets ...
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