As you may already know, we, at Notorious, are fans of Scandinavian fashion and we love jewellery, hence every time I see a new piece by the Danish brand Pearl Octopuss.y, I’m absolutely delighted. The bold, statement baubles unite the Nordic coolness and the opulence of sparkling crystals and oversized pearls. And, besides being fabulous, … Read more
After Gucciaga and Balengucci, it’s time for Fendace, the cool collab between the two Italian luxury fashion houses, Fendi and Versace.Donatella Versace and Fendi’s Kim Jones and Silvia Venturini have literally interchanged roles, calling their collaboration “The Swap”. In other words, Jones created pieces based on Versace for the first part of the collaboration collection. … Read more
We’re always happy to navigate the worldwide jewellery world and present brands and designers creating fantastic jewels to you. The Greek Nikos Koulis is one of these names worth knowing, and we’re in love with his beautiful Art Deco jewellery pieces. So, keep reading to learn more about the Athens-based jeweller and his eye-catching work … Read more
As Ukraine is more and more on the news, sadly, because of the Russia-Ukraine crisis, we would like to present to you its thriving fashion scene that gets, each day, more visibility. Despite the national dramatic events, the country is making its mark worldwide through fashion, with designers at the forefront of cultural diplomacy. We … Read more
If you think TikTok is only for teenagers, think again; we see more and more designers and fashion houses on TikTok. Their presence on the app proves that the video social network is becoming an essential tool for the fashion world. TikTok is a mix between Vine and Snapchat and has similarities to Musical.ly, which … Read more
Although the year has just begun, luxury fashion houses are ready to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Tiger 2022 along with some 2 billion people in Asia and beyond on the 1st of February. Brands like Gucci, Prada, Miu Miu, and Balenciaga have launched zodiac campaigns and tiger-themed collections for the occasion. … Read more
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, AKA Olsen twins, celebrate 15 years of their high luxury fashion brand The Row, the must-have label for women who like couture-like quality and chic minimalism. The former kid stars who began their acting career at only nine months old and sky-rocketed to fame in the mid-’80s with the TV show … Read more
The sustainable fashion brand Pangaia has been on the must-have list of fashion-savvy celebs and influencers recently for several reasons, and when you finish reading this article, I’m sure the new label from Russian fashionista Miroslava Duma will make your wish-list too. So, discover why Bella Hadid, Jaden Smith, Leonardo di Caprio, Pharrell Williams, Jennifer … Read more
With fashion in their DNA, Lucinda Chambers, the former fashion director of British Vogue and creator of Collagerie, and Molly Molloy, previously design director at Marni, launched in 2018 the brand Colville. One of the reasons they decided to create Colville was because the duo wanted to make clothes for themselves. Above all, they said … Read more
Inexpensive high-street brands are life saviours. There was a time when you could either buy good quality clothes that were pricey or affordable pieces with low-quality; and nothing in between. Then Zara came and we all fell in love with the fast-fashion label. However, it turned out we weren’t the only ones who enjoyed finding … Read more
We’re still in awe at the beauty of the wonderful Valentino Fall 21 Couture collection and how Pierpaolo Piccioli mastered with grace his audacious mix of colours. The creative director of Maison Valentino asked his guests to come in white to the runway show, a striking contrast to the models wearing such sublime, colourful looks. … Read more
Wearing costume jewellery today is a pretty normal thing, but it hasn’t always been like that. The accessory world was very different before Coco Chanel started wearing her iconic faux-pearl necklaces and bold earrings, thus making costume jewellery not only acceptable but also chic. As a result, elegant women who only wore fine jewellery began … Read more
Old Celine fans, rejoice! After a three-year hiatus (2017), Phoebe Philo finally returns to fashion. She will launch her new eponymous luxury fashion brand backed by LVMH. The iconic British fashion designer who started her career at Chloé changed the face of luxury fashion. During her 10 years heading Celine, she created chic easy-to-wear clothes … Read more
Summer 2021 is all about dreamy escapism, and the new chic boho fashion is all we want to wear, whether in Greece or in the city. Among the fashion brands setting the bohemian style trend, a new French brand is taking over Europe. In fact, Ba&sh is already the fastest-growing UK fashion retailer in 2021, … Read more
Who doesn’t love to have a one-of-a-kind piece that nobody else has? Or to be among the first ones to wear a brand that flies under the radar? If you’re looking for unique, handmade bags that combine modern design, craftsmanship, heritage techniques, and sustainable materials, Sy&Vie is the label for you. Carved out of various … Read more
This summer, all I want is to lay by the poolside or at a beach club wearing a retro towel fabric piece by Terry, the Australian brand that makes luxury towelling garments inspired by the ‘70s glamorous resort wear. This classic fabric was a must not only in Europe but also in America’s poolside fashion. … Read more
Fashionistas, rejoice, there are new TV shows about fashion to binge-watch! And the Netflix series and Amazon Prime documentary about the American fashion designer Halston will take you to the glamorous world of the fashion legend in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Ewan McGregor plays the Iowa-born, Indiana-raised Roy Halston Frowick in the 5-episode Netflix series … Read more
Just like everybody else, I’m dreaming of a much-needed sea vacation. And the first destination that comes to mind is Spain. Stone castles, a laid-back lifestyle, and excellent food. So, while planning my next adventure, I had a chat with a good friend who is based in Madrid. As per usual we ended up talking … Read more
One of the most popular fashion staples in the world is also one of the most difficult to get right. We are talking, of course, about the ubiquitous jeans. Although there are countless fashion brands making denim trousers, finding the perfect pair of jeans seems almost impossible. So, we selected the top 10 brands that … Read more
More and more online made-to-order fashion brands are making the headlines, offering custom-made items as an antidote to fast fashion. Find out why they are sweeping the internet and get to know our fav made-to-order fashion labels. Unique look Custom fashion allows you to wear looks that are unique or come in very limited editions. … Read more
Fashion designer Alber Elbaz became known for his work at the luxury house Lanvin, where he spent 14 years as creative director. Born in Morocco and educated in Israel, Alber Elbaz died on April 24, aged 59, due to complications caused by Covid-19. In January 2021, Elbaz made a triumphant return to the fashion world, … Read more
Classic, elegant and made of natural materials – the Rue De Verneuil bag is our editors’ latest fashion obsession. The French Riviera style brand offers one of the chicest pieces this season. And well, it’s absolutely worth the investment! Especially now that the Covid-19 pandemic has changed our ways of buying fashion. As you already … Read more
Hermès’ Birkin bag is A-listers’ absolute favourite symbol of having ‘made it’. Celebrities like Lady Gaga, J Lo, Victoria Beckham, and Kim Kardashian have worn the Birkin throughout the years, making it the most desirable and rarest bag in history. However, the Birkin bag is not just a bag, it’s the ‘It’ accessory that we … Read more