Have you ever wondered what children think when they look at fashion advertisements? Imagine a 8-year-old child looking at the world of fashion created in the advertising campaigns of the most famous brands. The models are photographed in strange positions, most of the time looking bored and many of the situations shown are controversial. Remember … Read more
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
The new must-see exhibition “Women in Balance” in Florence honours Wanda Ferragamo. Discover the powerful woman who helped turn her husband’s shoe workshop into the iconic Italian luxury fashion house Salvatore Ferragamo.
It has been a busy month for Kate Middleton. Certainly, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations and other royal engagements gave the Duchess of Cambridge plenty of occasions to amaze us with fantastic looks in June. So get inspired by the best fashion moments of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and get her recent looks. Indeed, the … Read more
Among all the social media platforms, TikTok is the most downloaded application, and indeed, where we see new trends like #royalcore and #cottagecore appear and spread at the speed of light. So, it’s no wonder luxury fashion houses are already on the mobile video platform. The latest trend that’s gone viral and become the must-have … Read more
What do Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Queen Letizia of Spain, and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden have in common? The three royals often wear clothes that look expensive but are the best example of affordable fashion. They show up at official events and trips looking gorgeous in clothes from high street labels, proving that you … Read more
If you were a teen in the ‘80s, you probably remember the mood rings that changed colour according to your feelings. Now, in our high-tech world, a new ring is making waves. Gucci has partnered with a Finland-based company and launched the Gucci x Oura Ring, a jewellery piece that can track fitness and monitor … Read more
There are two things we do love at Notorious Mag; fashion and binge-watching. So why not combine them, we ask—nothing like wearing your most fashionable home attire while watching the incredible looks of Killing Eve. So get comfy make yourself popcorn, and let’s discover the best looks in TV series. We love Netflix, Amazon Prime, … Read more
As summer approaches, bringing us sunny days, it also brings all sorts of outdoor events like garden parties, tennis tournaments, regattas, and horse races, not to mention street parties. At the Platinum Jubilee Street Party in Vienna last week, sipping a delicious Pimm’s brought me memories of the colourful outfits and fabulous OTT hats at … Read more
So, you’re ready to travel. Your suitcase is packed; you have your ticket and passport. Now, you just need to pick the right outfit for the trip. First, of course, comfort is a must, especially on long flights. But you don’t want to look like you are in your pyjamas. So, get inspired by these … Read more
The highly-anticipated Baz Luhmann movie Elvis about the life of Elvis Presley and his wife, Priscilla, was presented at Cannes Film Festival, and you can have a sneak peek at Prada’s fantastic costumes for the biopic here. The Italian fashion house Prada collaborated with Oscar-winning costume designer Catherine Martin to recreate Elvis and Priscilla’s colourful … Read more
We always look forward to Cannes, the chicest film festival on the French Riviera, where stars inspire us with luxurious gowns and fabulous jewellery. And this year was no different. However, a French actress stepped up her Red Carpet game by choosing an outfit that made her stand out from the crowd of long evening … Read more
The world of watches will never be the same after the brilliant Omega X Swatch collaboration with the MoonSwatch collection. The launch’s response was so colossal that besides the lines in front of Swatch stores worldwide, the watch literally disappeared completely from the shelves. The MoonSwatch sells for €250, but you’ll find it already on … Read more
Being a jewellery designer, I witness first-hand the ever-changing trends and new styling tricks, including the layering craze that has taken over the fashion world, Instagram, and TikTok. But, although seemingly simple, the layering trend requires much more than just pilling up several necklaces. When styling your favourite jewellery pieces, you must pay attention to … Read more
Buying a new luxury designer bag is always a treat, but more than that, we love taking good care of the ones we already have to give handbags a longer life. And the good thing about luxury totes, like Chanel, is that they can last a lifetime and even be passed down to the next … Read more
Knowing how to travel light is an art that very few master. And, whenever I spot a woman leaving for a summer vacation trip with a small suitcase, I’m certain she knows how to have a capsule wardrobe. Moreover, I assure you she’ll be the one sporting great looks during her vacation instead of those … Read more
This article A Rare Peek at Queen Elizabeth’s Jewellery Box was updated with new information on September 14, 2022 Attention, tiara and diamond lovers, this is for you. Queen Elizabeth II has opened her private jewellery box for her Jubilee. And, let me tell you, what a treat this rare peek at her breathtaking pieces … Read more
As expected, the Eurovision Song Contest showcased what should be the best music from 40 countries and, most importantly, some pretty questionable looks. In other words, with over 180 million viewers, Eurovision is possibly the most colourful show on earth, yet, we love to hate the glitzy and over-the-top outfits musicians wear to the competition. … Read more
The style icon Sienna Miller is back on the small screen with the Netflix series Anatomy of a Scandal, and we’re obsessed with her character’s fantastic outfits that make the perfect capsule wardrobe. Miller plays Sophie Whitehouse, entangled in a scandal as her husband, a British politician, ends up on trial after cheating on her. … Read more
Around May and June, several young people will take a gap year and travel before starting university. Additionally, there’s a new phenomenon that’s been growing, a micro-trend, if you will, called the grey gap year. In short, retired couples are taking long-haul trips for extended periods. This is because their children have already left the … Read more
The Blazer has become one of the most well known and timeless garments worldwide. So much so, that the term is used nowadays to describe almost any kind of jacket, which is not at all correct. The Blazer is a very specific Jacket with a particular purpose. Therefore let’s do a little history of fashion … Read more
Buying vintage jewellery is like going on a treasure hunt. Indeed, finding a unique designer piece from the ’80s, for example, is a tremendous joy for costume jewellery enthusiasts. If you, too, love retro accessories and want to wear unique necklaces, rings or brooches that you don’t see around, there are a few points you … 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